Historical Events
British Golf Open
British Open Men's Golf, Royal Lytham & St Annes GC: Bob Charles of New Zealand wins his only major championship in a 36-hole playoff, 8 strokes ahead of runner-up Phil Rodgers; becomes first left-hander to win a major title
- Future Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Early Wynn, wins his 300th and last MLB game at 43
- Indian government announces it will cut last remaining links with South Africa by refusing landing facilities to South African aircraft
Famous Birthdays
- Anthony "Spud" Webb, American NBA guard (5f 7inch slam dunk champion), born in Dallas, Texas
- Bobby Rock [Brock], rock drummer (Nelson - "Love & Affection"), born in Houston, Texas
About July 13, 1963
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Easier Said Than Done - The Essex
#1 Song: Confessin' (That I Love You) - Frank Ifield
