Historical Events
- Soviet Red Army Team edges NY Islanders, 3-2 at Nassau Coliseum
- Toronto’s Ed Olczyk and Gary Leeman score goals just 4 seconds apart in the 3rd period, tying the NHL record for fastest 2 goals by one team; Leafs beat the Quebec Nordiques, 6-5.
- Victorian Post Office Museum in Australia closes
Famous Birthdays
- Agnes Szavay, Hungarian tennis player, born in Kiskunhalas, Hungary
Famous Deaths
- Mike Beuttler, British racing driver, dies at 48
Died in 1988 1988 Highlights
About December 29, 1988
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 3 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Every Rose Has Its Thorn - Poison
#1 Song: Mistletoe And Wine - Cliff Richard
