What Happened on September 8, 1958

Historical Events

  • Oman turns over Gwadur (on Baluchistan coast) to Pakistan

Music History

Paul Anka opens Asian tour in Tokyo

Baseball Record

Pirate Roberto Clemente ties modern record of 3 triples in a game


Famous Birthdays

  • David Lewis, American R&B-pop guitarist and singer (Atlantic Starr - "Touch A Four Leaf Clover"; "Always"), born in White Plains, New York
  • Michael Lardie, American rock keyboard player, guitarist and producer (Great White; Night Ranger), born in Anchorage, Alaska
  • Mitsuru Miyamoto, Japanese voice actor (Ougai Mori-Bungo Stray Dogs), born in Osaka, Japan

About September 8, 1958

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré) - Domenico Modugno
  • UK #1 Song: When - Kalin Twins