Historical Events
- Belgium government of Leburton falls
- China and South Vietnam clash over the Paracel Islands, resulting in a Chinese victory
- Notre Dame beats UCLA, 71-70 in South Bend, Indiana to end Bruins' NCAA-record 88-game basketball win streak
Famous Birthdays
- Amaury Telemaco, Dominican baseball pitcher (Chicago Cubs), born in Higüey, Dominican Republic
- Frank Caliendo, American comedian and impressionist, born in Chicago, Illinois
- Gregory Playfair, Dutch football player (PSV), born in Paramaribo, Suriname
- Jaime Moreno, Bolivian footballer, born in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
- Tarik Oulida, Dutch football player (Ajax/Seville), born in Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Walter Jones, American football offensive tackle (Seattle Seahawks), born in Aliceville, Alabama
1974 Highlights
About January 19, 1974
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 2 months and 30 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
