What happened on Sunday September 08, 1974?

Here's what happened on September 08, 1974:

• Nixon Presidential Pardon President Gerald Ford grants a full pardon to former President Richard Nixon for all federal crimes potentially committed during his presidency, effectively ending the legal proceedings related to the Watergate Scandal.
• Gerald Ford Assumes Presidency Vice President Gerald R. Ford is sworn in as the 38th President of the United States at noon in the East Room of the White House, following Richard Nixon's resignation, marking a significant transition in American political leadership.
• TWA Flight 841 Terrorist Bombing A tragic terrorist incident where TWA Flight 841 was destroyed by a bomb explosion in the cargo hold, causing the aircraft to crash into the Ionian Sea 18 minutes after takeoff from Athens, resulting in the deaths of 88 passengers and crew.
• Evel Knievel's Snake River Canyon Jump Failure Legendary daredevil Evel Knievel's ambitious attempt to jump the Snake River Canyon in a steam-powered rocket cycle dramatically fails when his parachute prematurely deploys, preventing the planned spectacular stunt.
• US Women's Tennis Championship Billie Jean King defeats Evonne Goolagong in the 88th US Women's Tennis Championship, showcasing the competitive spirit of women's tennis in the mid-1970s.
• US Men's Tennis Championship Jimmy Connors triumphs over Ken Rosewall in the 94th US Men's Tennis Championship, adding to his legendary tennis career.
• Marathon Victory Ian Thompson wins a significant marathon event, demonstrating exceptional athletic endurance and skill.
• LPGA Golf Tournament Joanne Carner secures victory in the Dallas Civitan Golf Open, highlighting her prowess in professional women's golf.

Events in 1974

September 08, 1974: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 08, 1974

Newspapers from Sep. 08, 1974

September 08, 1974 was a Sunday and it was the 251st day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 08, 1974 can also be written as 9/8/1974 in the US and as 8/9/1974 in UK and Europe.

September 08, 1974 in September 1974 calendar

Famous people born on September 08, 1974:

• Amani Toomer

  Accomplished NFL wide receiver who spent his entire professional career with the New York Giants, making significant contributions to the...

• Susanna Bonfiglio

  Professional Italian basketball player who was a key member of the national women's team that won a silver medal at the European...

Famous people born in 1974

Famous people born on September 8th

Famous people died on September 08, 1974:

• Wolfgang Windgassen

  Renowned German-French operatic tenor who was a leading interpreter of Wagner's operas during the 1950s and 1960s, performing extensively in...

Famous people who died in 1974

Famous people who died on September 8th

September 08, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 08, 1974 was (You're) Having My Baby by Paul Anka, according to the music chart for the week September 2nd and September 8th.

1. Paul Anka - (You're) Having My Baby
2. Eric Clapton - I Shot The Sheriff
3. Rufus - Tell Me Something Good
4. Andy Kim - Rock Me Gently
5. Donny and Marie Osmond - I'm Leaving It (All) Up To You

September 08, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 08, 1974 was Kung Fu Fighting by Carl Douglas, according to the music chart for the week September 2nd and September 8th.

1. Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
2. The Osmonds - Love Me For A Reason
3. John Denver - Annie's Song
4. Johnny Bristol - Hang On In There Baby
5. Donny & Marie Osmond - I'm Leaving It All Up To You

September 08, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 08, 1974 was Can't Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe by Barry White, according to the music chart for the week September 2nd and September 8th.

1. Barry White - Can't Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe
2. Dionne Warwicke & Spinners - Then Came You
3. Roberta Flack - Feel Like Makin' Love
4. The Isley Brothers - Live It Up Part 1
5. Stevie Wonder - You Haven't Done Nothin'

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 8th is Virgo.

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September 08, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 08, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 08, 1974 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 08, 1974 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on September 08, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 10:11 pm and setting at 02:22 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 01, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Oct 01, 1974.

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Your place in the Universe on September 08, 1974

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Someone born on September 08, 1974 is:

50 years 7 months old,

or 607 months and 15 days old,

or 2641 weeks and 3 days old,

or 18490 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 08, 1974?

There are 138 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday September 8th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 08, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on September 08, 1974.

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