Historical Events
Music Premiere
Jules Styne, Betty Comdem & Adolph Green's musical "Lorelei", starring Carol Channing, opens at the Palace Theatre, NYC; runs for 320 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Ole Einar Bjørndalen, Norwegian biathlete and coach, born in Drammen, Norway
Famous Deaths
- Georgios Grivas, Cypriot leader and patriot (fought guerilla war for independence against British), dies at 75
- Paula Ludwig, Austrian German poet, dies at 74
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About January 27, 1974
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 3 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Way We Were - Barbra Streisand
#1 Song: Tiger Feet - Mud
