Historical Events
Sports History
MLB Oakland As' pitcher Ken Holtzman, in his 1st at bat of the season, belts 3rd inning home run in Game 4 of the World Series, and gets the win, 5-2
Famous Birthdays
- Deo Grech, Maltese television presenter and songwriter, born in Kalkara, Malta
- Jermaine Lewis, American football wide receiver (Super Bowl XXXV; First-team All-Pro 1998; Pro Bowl 1998, 2001; Baltimore Ravens), born in Lanham, Maryland
- Paul Kariya, NHL left wing (Anaheim Mighty Ducks, Olympics 1998), born in Vancouver, British Columbia
- Roman Mars, American radio producer, host and podcaster (99% Invisible), born in Somerville, New Jersey
Famous Deaths
- Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavatar, noted Carnatic musician (b. 1895)
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About October 16, 1974
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 6 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Nothing From Nothing - Billy Preston
#1 Song: Sad Sweet Dreamer - Sweet Sensation
