Milestones, Feb. 12, 1951

Born. To Robert J. Allen, 41, $59-a-week Boston policeman, and Helen Mc-Leod Allen, 31, former secretary: their third, fourth, fifth and sixth children-quadruplets; in Boston. Names: Karen Elizabeth (1 lb. 4 oz.; 7:11 a.m.); Robert Jr. (3 lbs. 3 oz.; 7:15 a.m.); Timothy (2 lbs. 3 oz.; 7:20 a.m.), and Kathleen (2 lbs. 8 oz.; 7:25 a.m.). Two days later, Karen died of prematurity. Three days later, Timothy, who was given only a 50-50 chance to live, was being fed glucose intravenously.

Married. Nancy Walker, 28, rowdy comedienne of stage (Look, Ma, I'm Dancin!)...

Want the full story?

Subscribe Now

Subscribe
Subscribe

Learn more about the benefits of being a TIME subscriber

If you are already a subscriber sign up — registration is free!