Historical Events
- Eddie Mathews elected to Baseball Hall of Fame
Webster FBI Director
Judge William H. Webster is appointed Director of the FBI
Volkswagen Beetle
The last Volkswagen Beetle made in Germany leaves VW's plant in Emden. Beetle production in Latin America would continue until 2003.
About January 19, 1978
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 3 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Baby Come Back - Player
- #1 Song: Mull Of Kintyre/Girls' School - Wings