Historical Events
- 13th General Conference on Weights and Measures in Paris ends after redefining the second using a cesium-beam atomic clock [1]
- Joean Baez and 123 other anti-draft protesters are arrested in Oakland, California
- WETK TV channel 33 in Burlington, VT (PBS) begins broadcasting
- WGNO TV channel 26 in New Orleans, LA (ABC) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Davina McCall, British television presenter
- Joe Murphy, NHL right wing (Chicago Blackhawks), born in London, England
- Michael York, Australian field hockey fullback (Olympic silver 1992, 96)
About October 16, 1967
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 6 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: To Sir With Love - Lulu
#1 Song: Massachusetts - Bee Gees
