Historical Events
- Conference of foreign ministers in Moscow
- New York Yankee 2nd baseman Joe Gordon announces his retirement
- Streptomycin, the first antibiotic remedy for tuberculosis, is isolated by researchers at Rutgers University in Pistcaway, New Jersey
Music History
Theater Guild presentation of Shakespeare's "Othello", starring Paul Robeson, opens at the Shubert Theater, NYC; runs for 296 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Michael Findlay, cricket wicket-keeper (WI early 70's)
- Robert Morris, American composer, born in Cheltenham, England
- Robin Holloway, British composer (Seascape And Harvest), and educator (University of Cambridge, 1974-2011), born in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, England
- Takis Ikonomopoulos, Greek footballer
About October 19, 1943
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 6 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
