Historical Events
- "Dude" opens at Broadway Theater, NYC; runs for 16 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Maurice Kelly, American CFL linebacker (BC Lions), born in Orangeburg, South Carolina
- Roman Oben, American football tackle (NY Giants), born in Cameroon
- Sarah Vandenbergh, Australian actor (Neighbours), born in Sydney, Australia
Famous Deaths
- Dave Bancroft, American Baseball HOF shortstop (World Series 1921, 22 NY Giants) and manager (Boston Braves), dies at 81
- Giuseppe Capogrossi, Italian painter (Roman School), dies at 72
- Miriam Hopkins, actress (Carrie, Barbary Coast), dies at 69
Died in 1972 1972 Highlights
About October 9, 1972
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
Holidays: Columbus Day (United States), Thanksgiving (Canada)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Ben - Michael Jackson
#1 Song: Mouldy Old Dough - Lieutenant Pigeon
