Historical Events
- "Long Haired Lover From Liverpool" single by Little Jimmy Osmond peaks at #38
- 9 firefighters are killed in the Hotel Vendome fire in Boston
Event of Interest
Chilean President Salvador Allende forms a new socialist government
- Five men arrested after trying to bug Democratic National Committee office in Watergate Complex, Washington
Famous Birthdays
- James McKnight, American NFL wide receiver (Seattle Seahawks), born in Orlando, Florida
About June 17, 1972
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 10 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Candy Man - Sammy Davis, Jr. with The Mike Curb Congregation
#1 Song: Vincent - Don Mclean
