Historical Events
"Jaws"
"Jaws" by Peter Benchley is published by Doubleday
- Landslide kills 9 in Canyonville, Oregon
Famous Birthdays
Kate Moss (50 years old)
English model, born in Croydon, England
Famous Deaths
- Roy Bargy, American pianist and composer (Jimmy Durante Show), dies at 79
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About January 16, 1974
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Show And Tell - Al Wilson
#1 Song: You Won't Find Another Fool Like Me - New Seekers
