Historical Events
- Michael Gazzo's "Hatful of Rain" premieres in NYC
- NZ all out for 70 v Pakistan at Dacca
- UN disapproves of South Africa's apartheid politics
Famous Birthdays
- Bob Nault, French Canadian politician (Member of the Canadian Parliament for Kenora—Rainy River), born in Ste. Anne, Manitoba
- Don Schiff, American session and touring rock and progressive rock bassist and Chapman Stick player, born in Wilmington, Delaware
- Fernando Meirelles, Brazilian film director (The Constant Gardener), born in São Paulo, Brazil
- Karen Dotrice, British actress (Mary Poppins), born in Guernsey, Channel Islands
Famous Weddings
Rock Hudson
Actor Rock Hudson marries Phyllis Gates (divorced 1958)
Famous Deaths
- Tom Powers, American actor (Station West, Destination Moon), dies at 65
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights
About November 9, 1955
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 5 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Hernando's Hideaway - Johnston Brothers