Historical Events
- A Bolivian Boeing 707 cargo jet crashes in Santa Cruz, Bolivia killing 100 (97, mostly children, killed on the ground)
- First electron micrograph of an Ebola viral particle obtained by Dr. F.A. Murphy, working at the C.D.C.
Famous Birthdays
- Ed Ellis, American football tackle (New England Patriots), born in Hamden, Connecticut
About October 13, 1976
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 6 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Disco Duck (Part I) - Rick Dees & His Cast Of Idiots
#1 Song: Mississippi - Pussycat
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