Historical Events
Maurice Richards Fastest to 100
Montreal right wing Maurice Richard scores twice in Canadiens' 5-4 loss to Chicago Black Hawks to record his 100th NHL career goal; reaches mark in 145 games, then fastest in history; since broken by Mike Bossy, 100 goals in 129 games
Famous Birthdays
- Adje Roland, Dutch radio disc jockey, born in Rhenen, Netherlands
About December 29, 1945
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 78 years and 4 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Capricorn
