What Happened on January 9, 1954

Historical Events

  • -87°F (-66°C), Northice Station, Greenland (Greenland record)
  • Bert Olmstead of the Montreal Canadiens, ties NHL record of 8 points in game
  • Bollingen Prize for poetry awarded to Louise Bogan & Leonie Adams

Famous Birthdays

  • Lance Hoppens, American rock bassist (Orleans - "Still the One"; "Dance With Me"), born in Bay Shore, Long Island, New York

About January 9, 1954

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 3 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Oh Mein Papa - Eddie Calvert