Historical Events
The Flintstones
"The Flintstones" the first animated sitcom created by Hanna-Barbera premieres on ABC in the US
- On Howdy Doody's last show Clarabelle finally talks "Goodbye Kids"
- West Germany signs trade agreement with East Germany
Famous Birthdays
- Bill Rieflin, American rock drummer (Nine Inch Nails; R.E.M.; King Crimson, 2013-20), born in Seattle, Washington (d. 2020)
- Blanche Lincoln, American politician (Senator-Arkansas 1999-2011, youngest person elected to the Senate at 38), born in Helena, Arkansas
Famous Deaths
- St John Philby, British explorer and Arabist, dies at 75
Died in 1960 1960 Highlights
About September 30, 1960
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 7 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: My Heart Has A Mind Of Its Own - Connie Francis
#1 Song: Tell Laura I Love Her - Ricky Valance
