Historical Events
Sports History
New York Islanders and NHL high scorer, Mike Bossy (31) retires
- Typhoon Ruby sinks Philippine ferry; hundreds drown
Famous Birthdays
- Daniel Shalikar, American actor (Honey I Blew Up the Kid), born in East Brunswick, New Jersey
- Joshua Shalikar, American actor (Honey I Blew Up the Kid), born in East Brunswick, New Jersey
Famous Deaths
- Henry Armstrong, American boxer (world featherweight, lightweight, welterweight [19 x title defences] champion), dies at 75
- Sumner White, American sailor (Olympic gold 1952), dies at 58
Died in 1988 1988 Highlights
About October 24, 1988
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 6 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Scorpio
Holidays: Labour Day (New Zealand)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Groovy Kind Of Love - Phil Collins
#1 Song: Orinoco Flow - Enya
