Historical Events
F1 World Champion
Italian Ferrari driver Alberto Ascari retains Formula 1 World Drivers Championship although forced to retire (engine trouble) in season ending Italian Grand Prix at Monza; wins title by 6.5 points from Juan Manuel Fangio
- KGTV TV channel 10 in San Diego, CA (ABC/NBC) begins broadcasting
- Pitcher Bob Trice becomes the first black player for Philadelphia Athletics
Famous Birthdays
- Taryn Power, American actress (Maria); youngest daughter of Tyrone Power Mexican actress Linda Christian, born in Los Angeles, California (d. 2020)
About September 13, 1953
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 7 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Look At That Girl - Guy Mitchell
