What Happened on September 3, 1967

Historical Events

  • Final episode of "What's My Line?" hosted by John Charles Daly on CBS TV

Election of Interest

Nguyễn Văn Thiệu elected President of South Vietnam under a new constitution

  • WJPM TV channel 33 in Florence, SC (PBS) begins broadcasting

Famous Birthdays

  • Chris Gatling, American basketball forward (NBA All-Star 1997; Golden State Warriors, New Jersey Nets, Miami Heat), born in Elizabeth, New Jersey
  • Luis Gonzalez, American baseball outfielder (MLB All Star 1999, 2001-03, 05; World Series 2001 Arizona Diamondbacks; Houston Astros), born in Tampa, Florida

Famous Deaths

  • David Cohen, historian and chairman of the Jewish Council, dies at 84
Died in 1967 1967 Highlights

About September 3, 1967

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Ode To Billie Joe - Bobbie Gentry
  • UK #1 Song: The Last Waltz - Engelbert Humperdinck