JANUARY 2, 1973

TUESDAY
$1,000 INVESTED IN COKE STOCK (KO) IN 1973
WOULD HAVE MADE YOU $195,416 IN 2025
Min_Wage_Hourly: $2.05
Median_Home_Price: $30,680.00
Gas_Price_Avg: $0.62
Bread_Price_Avg: $0.32
Movie_Ticket_Avg: $1.92
First_Class_Stamp: $0.09
Milk_Price_Avg: $1.53
Top Movies By January 2, 1973
1 Dirty Harry
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Dirty Harry
2 Duel
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Duel
3 Fiddler on the Roof
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Fiddler on the Roof
4 Harold and Maude
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Harold and Maude
5 Straw Dogs
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Straw Dogs
6 The Godfather
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The Godfather
7 Fritz the Cat
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Fritz the Cat
8 The Poseidon Adventure
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The Poseidon Adventure
9 What's Up, Doc?
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What's Up, Doc?
10 Deliverance
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Deliverance
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean
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The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean
The Heartbreak Kid
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The Heartbreak Kid
Avanti!
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Avanti!
The Getaway
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The Getaway
Sleuth
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Sleuth
Pete 'n' Tillie
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Pete 'n' Tillie
Images
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Images
1776
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1776
Man of La Mancha
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Man of La Mancha
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Television On January 2, 1973
Columbo poster
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Columbo
Sesame Street poster
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Sesame Street
Bonanza poster
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Bonanza
M*A*S*H poster
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M*A*S*H
Barnaby Jones poster
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Barnaby Jones
Adam-12 poster
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Adam-12
The Waltons poster
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The Waltons
Lassie poster
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Lassie
The Story of January 2, 1973

On January 2, 1973, four American citizens who had recently visited Hanoi provided harrowing accounts of the destruction they witnessed in Vietnam.

🧠 Inventions of 1973

Breakthroughs and everyday innovations from the year.

1 Cellular Telephone System
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Cellular Telephone System
2 Global Positioning System Concept
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Global Positioning System Concept
3 Ethernet
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Ethernet
4 Magnetic Resonance Imaging Theory
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging Theory
5 Electronic Fuel Injection Mass Adoption
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Electronic Fuel Injection Mass Adoption
6 Word Processing Software
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Word Processing Software
7 Portable Video Camera
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Portable Video Camera
8 Microwave Oven Popularization
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Microwave Oven Popularization
9 Automated Warehouse Systems
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Automated Warehouse Systems
10 Computer Mouse Refinement
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Computer Mouse Refinement

The Sounds of

The biggest hits of the year — Top 10 Pop & Country chart toppers

HEADLINES ON January 2, 1973

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  • Headline: Witness Accounts of Hanoi Destruction. Impact: This visit led to increased public awareness regarding the Vietnam War, changing perceptions and sparking protests that would influence U.S. policies for decades to come. It's a tragic reminder that sometimes, seeing destruction firsthand is the only way to spark change.. Fact: In a twist of fate, one of the visitors later became a renowned peace activist, proving that sometimes a trip to a war-torn country can change your life outlook... and your vacation plans..
  • Headline: Britain Celebrates EEC Membership Ceremony. Impact: Britain's entry into the EEC marked the beginning of a convoluted relationship with Europe that would lead to everything from regulatory debates to a little something called Brexit. History, just can't resist a plot twist, can it?. Fact: Fun fact: Westminster Abbey has seen more dramatic ceremonies than your average soap opera. Who knew a bunch of politicians could rival the drama of a wedding gone wrong?.
  • Headline: Researchers Are Studying Ear Wax for Genetic Clues on Diseases and Body Conditions. Impact: This groundbreaking research on ear wax could lead to breakthroughs in understanding diseases, which could result in a future where your ear wax is as valuable as gold. Talk about a sticky situation!. Fact: Fun fact: If ear wax ever becomes currency, we’re all going to be millionaires! Time to start collecting!.
  • Headline: 14 Haitians and 3 Jamaicans Seized by Police in Florida. Impact: The incident highlighted issues surrounding immigration and led to ongoing discussions about border policies that would ripple through decades of U.S. legislation. A reminder that borders can be as contentious as a family dinner argument.. Fact: Did you know that Florida has a rich history of boat arrivals? It's like a never-ending reality show called 'Survivor: Immigration Edition'!.
  • Headline: 50 Skiers Injured in Idaho. Impact: This skiing accident drew attention to safety regulations at ski resorts, leading to improved safety measures and causing countless ski enthusiasts to reconsider their life choices. Because nothing screams 'fun' like a chairlift malfunction.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more dangerous than skiing is trying to explain to your friends how you got injured while skiing?.
  • Headline: One of the Jets Hijacked to Cuba Reportedly Had Nuclear Cargo. Impact: This incident raised alarms about aviation security and nuclear safety, forever altering the protocols of air travel. Imagine flying with a nuclear bomb – now that’s a flight you wouldn't want to miss!. Fact: Fun fact: If you thought the in-flight safety video was boring, imagine if they had to cover what to do in case of a nuclear cargo hijacking. That would definitely spice things up!.
  • Headline: 70 HURT IN A RIOT ON FLORIDA BEACH. Impact: This beach riot highlighted tensions during a time of social upheaval, reflecting the struggles of a nation grappling with change. A little reminder that sometimes, even beaches can become battlegrounds.. Fact: Did you know that Florida beaches are known for their beauty but also for their wild parties? Apparently, the ocean isn't the only thing that can get heated!.

Wall Street Time Machine

The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1973, here's what it would be worth in 2025.
Rank #1
PG
Procter & Gamble
Price in 1973
$0.78
Value in 2025
$185,625

Procter & Gamble - If you invested $1,000 in 1973, it would be worth $185,625 today (185.6x return)

Rank #2
CVX
Chevron
Price in 1973
$0.74
Value in 2025
$200,926

Chevron - If you invested $1,000 in 1973, it would be worth $200,926 today (200.9x return)

Rank #3
MO
Philip Morris
Price in 1973
$0.02
Value in 2025
$2,433,689

Philip Morris - If you invested $1,000 in 1973, it would be worth $2,433,689 today (2433.7x return)

🦸 Top 5 Comics
The Incredible Hulk #181
The Incredible Hulk #181
$39,000
Amazing Spider-Man #121
Amazing Spider-Man #121
$1,200
Amazing Spider-Man #122
Amazing Spider-Man #122
$700
House of Secrets #92
House of Secrets #92
$1,200
Avengers #112
Avengers #112
$175
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Shrinky Dinks
Shrinky Dinks
$75.00
Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle
Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle
$1,050.00
Spirograph
Spirograph
$150.00
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Trolley
Mister Rogers' Neighborhood Trolley
$150.00
Big Wheel
Big Wheel
$30.00
🎮 Top 5 Video Games
Pong
Pong
$50.00
Gotcha
Gotcha
$350.00
Space Race
Space Race
$200.00
Lemans
Lemans
$1,000.00
Brunswick Europlay
Brunswick Europlay
Unknown
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
Marvel Value Stamps Series A
Marvel Value Stamps Series A
$10,000
Topps Wacky Packages Series 4
Topps Wacky Packages Series 4
$1,937.50
Topps Baseball Insert: Action Emblems '73
Topps Baseball Insert: Action Emblems '73
$100
1973 Kellogg's Tony the Tiger 3-D Card
1973 Kellogg's Tony the Tiger 3-D Card
$1,500
1973 & 1974 Matchbox Auto Show
1973 & 1974 Matchbox Auto Show
$250,000