Historical Events
- 1st fully automated railroad freight yard (Gary, Indiana)
- WEAU TV channel 13 in Eau Claire, WI (NBC) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Kenneth Frazier, American executive (1st African American to head major pharmaceutical company - Merck), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
About December 17, 1954
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 4 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Let's Have Another Party - Winifred Atwell
