What happened on Saturday January 10, 1976?

Here's what happened on January 10, 1976:

• Minnesota Senate Seat Appointment Drama Governor Wendell R. Anderson made a surprising political move by resigning from his gubernatorial position to fill the US Senate seat vacated by newly elected Vice President Walter Mondale. Lieutenant Governor Rudy Perpich succeeded Anderson as governor and subsequently appointed Anderson to complete Mondale's Senate term, creating a unique political transition in Minnesota.
• Death of Blues Legend Howlin' Wolf Chester Burnett, known professionally as Howlin' Wolf, a pioneering blues singer and guitarist, passed away following brain surgery at the age of 65. A significant figure in Chicago blues and influential in rock music development, his death marked the end of an era for blues music.
• Massive Minneapolis Freeway Pileup During a severe winter snowstorm, a catastrophic multi-vehicle accident occurred on a Minneapolis freeway, resulting in extensive damage to 325 cars. The incident highlighted the dangerous driving conditions and potential risks of winter weather in the Midwestern United States.

Events in 1976

January 10, 1976: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 10, 1976

Newspapers from Jan. 10, 1976

January 10, 1976 was a Saturday and it was the 10th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 10, 1976 can also be written as 1/10/1976 in the US and as 10/1/1976 in UK and Europe.

January 10, 1976 in January 1976 calendar

Famous people born on January 10, 1976:

• Emma Bunton

  Iconic pop singer known as 'Baby Spice' from the globally famous girl group Spice Girls, who achieved massive international success in the...

• Ian Poulter

  Renowned English professional golfer famous for his exceptional Ryder Cup performances and passionate play, particularly known for his...

• Choi Won-young
• Liu Guoliang
• Remy Bonjasky
• David Muñoz

Famous people born in 1976

Famous people born on January 10th

Famous people died on January 10, 1976:

• Howlin' Wolf

  Legendary blues musician who significantly influenced rock and roll, known for his powerful voice and innovative guitar style.

• Michael Valente

Famous people who died in 1976

Famous people who died on January 10th

January 10, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 10, 1976 was Convoy by C. W. McCall, according to the music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

1. C. W. McCall - Convoy
2. Barry Manilow - I Write The Songs
3. Diana Ross - Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To)
4. Ohio Players - Love Rollercoaster
5. Bay City Rollers - Saturday Night

January 10, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 10, 1976 was Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen, according to the music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

1. Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody
2. Sailor - Glass Of Champagne
3. Abba - Mamma Mia
4. Laurel & Hardy With The Avalon Boys featuring Chill Wills - The Trail Of The Lonesome Pine
5. Mike Oldfield - In Dulce Jubilo / On Horseback

January 10, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 10, 1976 was Sing A Song by Earth, Wind & Fire, according to the music chart for the week January 5th and January 11th.

1. Earth, Wind & Fire - Sing A Song
2. Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes - Wake Up Everybody (Part 1)
3. David Ruffin - Walk Away From Love
4. Ohio Players - Love Rollercoaster
5. Donna Summer - Love To Love You Baby

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 10th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 10, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 10, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 10, 1976 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 10, 1976 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 January 10, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 66% full, rising at 11:48 am and setting at 01:57 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 18, 1975 while the next full moon would come on Jan 17, 1976.

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Your place in the Universe on January 10, 1976

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Someone born on January 10, 1976 is:

49 years 4 months old,

or 592 months and 4 days old,

or 2574 weeks and 4 days old,

or 18022 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 10, 1976?

There are 242 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday January 10th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 10, 1976?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on January 10, 1976.

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