What Happened on October 8, 1951

Historical Events

Music in the Air

Revival of Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II's musical "Music in the Air" opens at Ziegfeld Theater, NYC ; runs for 56 performances

Famous Birthdays

  • Jack O'Connell, American politician (Member of the California State Senate), born in Glen Cove, New York

About October 8, 1951

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 6 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Libra