What happened on Friday April 19, 1974?

Here's what happened on April 19, 1974:

• Sri Lankan Government Suppresses Press Freedom Under Prime Minister Sirimavo Bandaranaike's leadership, the Sri Lankan government closed down 13 newspapers using the Press Council Act, significantly restricting media freedom and freedom of expression.
• Death of Ayub Khan, Former Pakistani President Ayub Khan, a prominent Pakistani military and political leader who served as the second President of Pakistan from 1958 to 1969, passed away at the age of 67.
• Al Bumbry's Inside-the-Park Home Run Baltimore Orioles player Al Bumbry achieved a rare feat by hitting an inside-the-park home run against the New York Yankees, showcasing his exceptional speed and batting skill.

Events in 1974

April 19, 1974: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 19, 1974

Newspapers from Apr. 19, 1974

April 19, 1974 was a Friday and it was the 109th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 19, 1974 can also be written as 4/19/1974 in the US and as 19/4/1974 in UK and Europe.

April 19, 1974 in April 1974 calendar

Famous people born on April 19, 1974:

• Edgar Wright

  Renowned British film director known for his distinctive visual style and comedic genre films like 'Shaun of the Dead', 'Hot Fuzz', and...

• Christelle Reboul

Famous people born in 1974

Famous people born on April 19th

April 19, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 19, 1974 was TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia) by MFSB, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

1. MFSB - TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)
2. Elton John - Bennie And The Jets
3. Blue Swede - Hooked On A Feeling
4. Gladys Knight and the Pips - Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me
5. Redbone - Come And Get Your Love

April 19, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 19, 1974 was Seasons In The Sun by Terry Jacks, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

1. Terry Jacks - Seasons In The Sun
2. Mud - The Cat Crept In
3. Paper Lace - Billy, Don't Be A Hero
4. The Glitter Band - Angel Face
5. Slade - Everyday

April 19, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 19, 1974 was TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia) by MFSB Featuring The Three Degrees, according to the music chart for the week April 15th and April 21st.

1. MFSB Featuring The Three Degrees - TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)
2. Bloodstone - Outside Woman
3. The Staple Singers - Touch A Hand, Make A Friend
4. James Brown - The Payback
5. Earth, Wind & Fire - Mighty Mighty

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 19th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 19, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 19, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 19, 1974 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 19, 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 April 19, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 04:24 am and setting at 06:08 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 06, 1974 while the next full moon would come on May 06, 1974.

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Your place in the Universe on April 19, 1974

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Someone born on April 19, 1974 is:

51 years and 4 days old,

or 612 months and 4 days old,

or 2661 weeks and 5 days old,

or 18632 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 19, 1974?

There are 361 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 19th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 19, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 19, 1974.

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