Historical Events
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase Md
Famous Deaths
- Frederik van Heek, Dutch sociologist, dies at 79
- Jack Martin, cricketer (Eng pace bowler, 1-111 & 0-18 in Test), dies
- Peggy Bacon, American author and illustrator (Off With Their Heads), dies at 91
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About January 4, 1987
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 37 years and 4 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Walk Like An Egyptian - The Bangles
- #1 Song: Reet Petite (The Sweetest Girl in Town) - Jackie Wilson