Historical Events
- 11th NHL All-Star Game, Montreal Forum, Montreal, QC: All-Stars beat Montreal Canadiens, 5-3
- Ryder Cup Golf, Lindrick GC: Great Britain-Ireland win, 7½-4½; Dai Rees captains home team to first Cup victory since 1933
- Yugoslav dissident Milovan Djilos sentenced to 7 years
Famous Birthdays
- Bernie Mac, American comedian (d. 2008)
- Jeanne Evert, tennis player, Chris' sister
- Larry Saumell, American jockey (d. 2011)
- Lee "Kix" Thompson, saxophonist (Madness - "Baggy Trousers", "Our House"), born in St Pancras, London, England
- Mark Geragos, American attorney
About October 5, 1957
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 6 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Diana - Paul Anka
