Historical Events
Event of Interest
Former US President Richard Nixon makes 1st public speech since resigning in 1974
Music History
John Kander and Fred Ebb's musical "The Act", starring Liza Minnelli and directed by Martin Scorsese closes at Majestic Theater, NYC, after 233 performances
- Northern Territory of Australia becomes self-governing
Famous Deaths
- Kurt Student, German Luftwaffe general (b. 1890)
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About July 1, 1978
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 9 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer
Holidays: Dominion Day (Canada)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Shadow Dancing - Andy Gibb
#1 Song: You're The One That I Want - John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
