What Happened on October 31, 1955

Historical Events

  • Bernardus Johannes Alfrink installed as Archbishop of Utrecht

Famous Deaths

  • Alban Collignon, Belgian sport journalist, dies at 74
  • William Woodward Jr., American businessman and horse breeder (Hanover National Bank), is shot by his wife after being mistaken for an intruder at 35
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights

About October 31, 1955

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: The Man From Laramie - Jimmy Young