Historical Events
- "Oh! Susanna" debuts on CBS-TV
I Love Mickey
Music single "I Love Mickey" by Mickey Mantle & Teresa Brewer peaks at #87
- Yanks Mickey Mantle hits his 52nd HR of season
Famous Birthdays
- James Donald Halsell Jr, American retired USAF officer and astronaut (STS 65, 74, 83, 94), born in West Monroe, Louisiana
Sebastian Coe (67 years old)
British 1500m runner (Olympic gold 1980, 84), born in London, England
- Suzzy Roche, American singer (The Roches), writer and actress, born in Park Ridge, New Jersey
About September 29, 1956
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 67 years and 7 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Lay Down Your Arms - Anne Shelton