Historical Events
- 1st NBA game at Market Square Arena - Pacers beat Spurs 129-121
Music History
Al Green's girlfriend, Mary Woodson, dies by suicide at his Memphis home, after assaulting him with a pot of boiling grits
- Andre van de Louw appointed Mayor of Rotterdam
Sports History
Chicago Bull Nate Thurmond becomes 1st in NBA to complete a quadruple double-22 pts, 14 rebounds, 13 assists & 12 blocks
- Wings (Country Hams) release "Walking in the Park with Eloise"
Famous Birthdays
- Peter Svensson, Swedish musician and songwriter (The Cardigans - "Lovefool"), born in Huskvarna, Sweden
- Robbie Savage, Welsh footballer
- Zhou Xun, Chinese actress and singer ("Suzhou River"; "Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress"), born in Quzhou, Zhejiang, China
About October 18, 1974
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 6 months and 8 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
