Historical Events
- 4,000 attend National Emergency Civil Rights Conference in Washington, D.C.
Sawchuk's 1st Shutout
Red Wings' rookie goalie Terry Sawchuk records his first of 115 career NHL shutouts, as Detroit beats the New York Rangers, 1-0 at Madison Square Garden
Famous Birthdays
- David Lynn Jones, American country singer ("Bonnie Jean"), born in Bexar, Arkansas
- Marius Trésor, French footballer, born in Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe
Famous Deaths
- Henry "Hap" Arnold, American commanding general, US Army Air Force (WWII), dies at 63
Died in 1950 1950 Highlights
About January 15, 1950
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 3 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
