Historical Events
- "Daddy What If" by Bobby Bare peaks at #41
- "The Americans (A Canadian's Opinion)" by Gordon Sinclair peaks at #24
British Miners' Strike
British miners begin a strike in reaction to a wage dispute, prompting Prime Minister Edward Heath to declare a state of emergency and call for a special election
Hamill US Champion
US female Figure Skating championship won by Dorothy Hamill
- US male Figure Skating championship won by Gordon McKellen Jr
Famous Birthdays
- Amber Valletta, American actress and model (Hitch, Revenge), born in Phoenix, Arizona
- Brad Maynard, punter (NY Giants)
- Orlando Bobo, guard (Minnesota Vikings)
Famous Deaths
- Cees de Lange, Dutch conferencier, dies at 60
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About February 9, 1974
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 2 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Love's Theme - Love Unlimited Orchestra
#1 Song: Tiger Feet - Mud
