Historical Events
- Cleveland Indians pitcher Jose Mesa is acquitted of rape
- Major League Soccer announces Miami & Chicago expansion
- NFL announces it will give $3M to CFL & possible "World Classic Bowl"
Famous Deaths
- Helene Hanff, author (84 Charing Cross Road), dies at 80
- Mae Boren Axton, American songwriter, known as the"Queen Mother of Nashville" ("Heartbreak Hotel"), drowns in her hot tub during a heart attack at 82
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About April 9, 1997
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 27 years and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Can't Nobody Hold Me Down - Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)
#1 Song: I Believe I Can Fly - R. Kelly
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