Historical Events
- An earthquake in Lima, Peru, kills six people, and damages hundreds of houses
Raul Julia on Bob Newhart Show
Raul Julia appears on "The Bob Newhart Show" in the episode "Oh, Brother"
Famous Deaths
- Lev Oborin, Russian-Soviet pianist (winner of 1st International Chopin Competition, 1927), composer and pedagogue, dies at 66
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About January 5, 1974
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 3 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Time In A Bottle - Jim Croce
#1 Song: Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade
