Historical Events
The Robe
1st movie in Cinemascope "The Robe" based on the book by Lloyd C. Douglas, directed by Henry Koster and starring Richard Burton and Jean Simmons premieres
- AL approves St Louis Browns move to become Baltimore Orioles
Famous Birthdays
- Alan Barton, English musician (Black Lace, Smokie), born in Barnsley, Yorkshire, England (d. 1995)
- Earl Klugh, American jazz pianist and guitarist, born in Detroit, Michigan
- Gene Taylor, American politician (Rep-D-Mississippi), born in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Jerry Pate, American golfer (US Open 1976; 8 PGA Tour titles), born in Macon, Georgia
- Lenny Clarke, American actor (Officer Hampton-John Larroquette Show), born in Boston, Massachusetts
- Michael Rhodes, American country, rock, and jazz session and touring bass player, born in Monroe, Louisiana (d. 2023)
- Nancy Huston, Canadian novelist (Cantique des plaines) and essayist, born in Calgary, Alberta
Famous Deaths
- Colin G. Fink, American chemist (electro chemistry), dies at 71 [1]
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About September 16, 1953
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 7 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Look At That Girl - Guy Mitchell
