Historical Events
Sports History
Montreal Canadien Maurice "Rocket" Richard, becomes the 1st NHLer to score 500 goals
- Richard Adler and Jerry Ross' musical "Damn Yankees" closes at 46th St Theater, NYCl after 1022 performances and 7 Tony Award wins
Famous Birthdays
- Doug Kirby, American travel guide writer (Roadside America), born in Holmdel, New Jersey
- Karl Wallinger, Welsh rocker and songwriter (The Waterboys, 1983-85; World Party - "Give It All Away"; "Ship Of Fools"), born in Prestatyn, Wales (d. 2024)
- Ray Richmond, American columnist and media critic (Hollywood Reporter; Deadline Hollywood), born in Whittier, California
Famous Deaths
- V. Gordon Childe, British archaeologist and prehistorian, dies at 65
1957 Highlights
About October 19, 1957
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 66 years and 6 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Diana - Paul Anka
