Historical Events
Oilers Beat Chargers
AFL Championship, Balboa Stadium, San Diego: Houston Oilers beat San Diego Chargers 10-3; Billy Cannon scores game's only TD
Famous Birthdays
- Darren Wharton, British musician (Dare; Thin Lizzy), born in Failsworth, DEngland
- Ilham Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan Republic, born in Baku, Azerbaijan
- Jay Wright, American basketball coach, born in Churchville, Pennsylvania
- Mary Barra, American CEO of General Motors (1st woman to head a global automotive company), born in Waterford, Michigan
Famous Deaths
- Guy de Lioncourt, French composer, dies at 76
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About December 24, 1961
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 4 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Lion Sleeps Tonight - The Tokens
#1 Song: Moon River - Danny Williams
