Historical Events
- US Open first Grand Slam tournament tiebreak is used to decide a set at 6-6; first player to reach 5 points with sudden death at 4-4
Famous Deaths
- Kees van Baaren, Dutch composer (Hollow Men), dies at 63
Died in 1970 1970 Highlights
About September 2, 1970
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 7 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: War - Edwin Starr
#1 Song: The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley
