Historical Events
- 2 killed in Memphis racial disturbances
TV Show Appearance
John Lennon and Yoko Ono appear on "Dick Cavett Show"
Famous Birthdays
- Frank Wycheck, American football tight end (Pro Bowl 1998, 99, 2000; Washington Redskins, Houston/Tennessee Oilers-Titans), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 2023)
- Jorge Costa, Portuguese soccer defender and manager (50 caps; FC Porto), born in Porto, Portugal
Famous Deaths
- Norman Steenrod, American mathematician (algebraic topology), dies at 61
1971 Highlights
About October 14, 1971
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 5 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Maggie May/Reason To Believe - Rod Stewart
- #1 Song: Reason To Believe/Maggie May - Rod Stewart