Historical Events
Carner Wins Colgate Triple Crown
Joanne Carner wins Colgate Triple Crown Match-Play Golf Championship
Famous Birthdays
- Martin Schmitt, German ski jumper (Olympic gold team 2002, silver 1998, 2010; World C'ship gold x 4), born in Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany
- Rob Bironas, American football placekicker (First-team All-Pro, Pro Bowl, PFW Golden Toe Award 2007; Tennessee Titans), born in Louisville, Kentucky (d. 2014)
Famous Deaths
- Tim McCoy, American actor (Arizona Bound) and soldier, dies at 86
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About January 29, 1978
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 2 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Stayin' Alive - Bee Gees
#1 Song: Up Town Top Ranking - Althia & Donna
