Famous Birthdays
- Per Kristoffersen, Norwegian soccer forward (25 caps; Fredrikstad FC 194 games, 147 goals), born in Fredrikstad, Norway (d. 2023)
- Robert Mangold, American minimalist artist (Yellow/Gray Looped Line Zone), born in North Tonawanda, New York
About October 12, 1937
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 6 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra