Historical Events
Opening of the Bosphorus Bridge
The Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul, Turkey is completed, connecting the continents of Europe and Asia over the Bosporus for the first time
Sports History
Tom Seaver becomes 1st non-20-game winner to win Cy Young award
Famous Birthdays
- Edge [Adam Copeland], Canadian professional wrestler, born in Orangeville, Ontario
- Michael Oakes, English footballer, born in Northwich, England
- Silvia Corzo, Colombian newscaster, born in Bucaramanga, Santander, Colombia
Famous Deaths
- Ernst-Lothar von Knorr, German composer, and music educator, dies at 77
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About October 30, 1973
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 5 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Midnight Train To Georgia - Gladys Knight And The Pips
#1 Song: Daydreamer/The Puppy Song - David Cassidy
