Historical Events
- Canada's House of Commons votes 163 to 78 to approve the red Maple Leaf Flag
- Jack Lawrence and Stan Freeman's musical "I Had a BaIl", starring Buddy Hackett, opens at Martin Beck Theater, NYC; runs for 199 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Jerry Ball, American football defensive tackle (Pro Bowl 1989, 90, 91; First Team All Pro 1991; Detroit Lions; LA/Oakland Raiders), born in Beaumont, Texas
About December 15, 1964
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 4 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Come See About Me - The Supremes
- #1 Song: I Feel Fine - The Beatles