What happened on Friday February 09, 1973?

Here's what happened on February 09, 1973:

• Biju Patnaik Becomes Opposition Leader in Orissa Assembly On February 9, 1973, Biju Patnaik, a prominent political leader of the Pragati Legislature Party, was elected as the leader of the opposition in the Orissa (now Odisha) state assembly. Patnaik was a significant figure in Indian politics, known for his roles during the independence movement and later as a prominent regional leader.
• Oscar L. Chapman Oral History Interview A significant historical documentation project took place on February 9, 1973, when an oral history interview was conducted with Oscar L. Chapman at the Harry S. Truman Library. Chapman, who served in multiple capacities including Assistant Secretary, Under Secretary, and Secretary of the Interior, provided valuable insights into the administrative and political landscape of his era.

Events in 1973

February 09, 1973: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 09, 1973

Newspapers from Feb. 09, 1973

February 09, 1973 was a Friday and it was the 40th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 09, 1973 can also be written as 2/9/1973 in the US and as 9/2/1973 in UK and Europe.

February 09, 1973 in February 1973 calendar

Famous people born on February 09, 1973:

• Colin Egglesfield

  American actor known for roles in television series like 'All My Children' and romantic comedy films.

• Makoto Shinkai

  Acclaimed Japanese animator, director, and screenwriter famous for anime films like 'Your Name' and 'Weathering with You'.

• David Grimal

Famous people born in 1973

Famous people born on February 9th

Famous people died on February 09, 1973:

• Max Yasgur

  American dairy farmer who became famous for hosting the legendary Woodstock Music & Art Fair in 1969.

Famous people who died in 1973

Famous people who died on February 9th

February 09, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 09, 1973 was Crocodile Rock by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. Elton John - Crocodile Rock
2. Carly Simon - You're So Vain
3. Timmy Thomas - Why Can't We Live Together
4. Hurricane Smith - Oh, Babe, What Would You Say?
5. Stevie Wonder - Superstition

February 09, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 09, 1973 was Blockbuster by The Sweet, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. The Sweet - Blockbuster
2. The Strawbs - Part Of The Union
3. Gary Glitter - Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah)
4. Elton John - Daniel
5. Focus - Sylvia

February 09, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 09, 1973 was Could It Be I'm Falling In Love by Spinners, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. Spinners - Could It Be I'm Falling In Love
2. The O'Jays - Love Train
3. Brighter Side Of Darkness - Love Jones
4. Timmy Thomas - Why Can't We Live Together
5. Stevie Wonder - Superstition

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 9th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 09, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 09, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 09, 1973 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 09, 1973 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 February 09, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 46% full, rising at 09:46 am and setting at 12:44 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 18, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Feb 17, 1973.

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Your place in the Universe on February 09, 1973

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Someone born on February 09, 1973 is:

52 years 3 months old,

or 627 months and 5 days old,

or 2726 weeks and 5 days old,

or 19087 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 09, 1973?

There are 271 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 9th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 09, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 09, 1973.

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