Historical Events
- Donald Campbell (UK) sets world water speed record (276.33 mph)
- Indonesia proclaims expelled from the UN
Famous Birthdays
- Lowri Turner, British TV presenter, born in London
- Michael McDonald, American actor-comedian, born in St. Louis, Missouri
- Winston Benjamin, West Indian cricket fast bowler (21 Tests, 61 wickets, 2 x 50; Leeward Islands, Leicestershire CCC, Hampshire CCC), born in All Saints, Antigua and Barbuda
Famous Deaths
- Gertrude Michael, American actress (Cleopatra, Menace, Club Havana, caged), dies from undisclosed causes at 53
- Ólafur Thors, Icelandic Prime Minister (5 times between 1942-63), dies at 72
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights
About December 31, 1964
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 3 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Feel Fine - The Beatles
