Historical Events
Event of Interest
US President Richard Nixon refuses to hand over tapes subpoenaed by Watergate Committee
Famous Birthdays
- Ian Moor, English pop singer, born in North Ferriby, East Riding of Yorkshire, England
Famous Deaths
- Karel Janeček, Czech composer, dies at 70
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About January 4, 1974
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 3 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Time In A Bottle - Jim Croce
- #1 Song: Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade