Historical Events
Sports History
Future Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame guard Oscar Robertson retires; leaves NBA with 26,710 points, 9,887 assists & 7,804 rebounds in 1,040 games
- SF Giants' pitcher John Montefusco in his MLB debut, homers in his first at bat and pitches 9 innings in relief to earn a 9 - 5 victory over the Dodgers
- US & German Democratic Republic establish diplomatic relations
Famous Birthdays
- Clare Kramer, American actress (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), born in Atlanta, Georgia
Famous Deaths
- Harry Partch, American composer (Revelations in the Courthouse Park; Delusion Of The Fury), dies at 73
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About September 3, 1974
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 7 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: (You're) Having My Baby - Paul Anka with Odia Coates
#1 Song: Love Me For A Reason - Osmonds
