Historical Events
- 106th Belmont: Miguel Rivera aboard Little Current wins in 2:29.2
- Keyboardist Rick Wakeman quits rock group "Yes" (for the first time)
- US and Saudi Arabia sign military-economic contract
Famous Weddings
Jerry Lucas
NBA forward Jerry Lucas (34) weds second wife Sharalee Beard
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About June 8, 1974
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 10 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Band On The Run - Paul McCartney And Wings
#1 Song: Sugar Baby Love - The Rubettes
