What Happened on October 15, 1974

Historical Events

Album Release

Asylum Records releases "The Heart of Saturday Night", the second studio album by singer-songwriter Tom Waits

  • National Guard mobilizes to restore order in Boston school busing
  • Nobel prize for chemistry awarded to Paul J. Flory for work on macro molecules
  • Washington Capitals 1st NHL tie, playing LA Kings to 1-1 tie
1974 History
1974 Highlights

About October 15, 1974

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 5 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Nothing From Nothing - Billy Preston
  • UK #1 Song: Sad Sweet Dreamer - Sweet Sensation