Historical Events
- Baltimore Orioles pitcher Pat Dobson no-hits the Yomiuri Giants, 2 - 0; first no-hitter in history of exhibition play between American and Japanese teams
The Grass Harp
Claibe Richardson and Kenward Elmslie's musical "The Grass Harp", based on the novel by Truman Capote, opens at Martin Beck Theater, NYC; runs for 7 performances
Election of Interest
Retired boxer Jersey Joe Walcott KO's William Strang in election for Sheriff of Camden County, New Jersey; first African-American to be elected to the position
1971 History
Famous Deaths
- Martha Vickers [MacVicker], American actress (Alimony; The Man I Love; Ruthless), dies of esophageal cancer at 46
1971 Highlights
About November 2, 1971
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves - Cher
- #1 Song: Reason To Believe/Maggie May - Rod Stewart