Historical Events
- -50°F (-45.6°C), San Jacinto, Nevada (state record)
Famous Birthdays
- Robert Moran, American composer (Trinity Requiem), born in Denver, Colorado
Shirley Bassey (87 years old)
Welsh singer (Goldfinger; Diamonds Are Forever; Moonraker), born in Tiger Bay, Cardiff, Wales
Famous Deaths
- Felix Körling, Swedish sacred and children's music composer, dies at 72
Died in 1937 1937 Highlights
About January 8, 1937
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 87 years, 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Capricorn
