Historical Events
- Baseball World Series: Chicago Cubs beat Detroit Tigers, 2-0 at Bennett Park, Detroit to clinch 4-1 series win; 6,210 fans is smallest crowd in WS history; Cubs retain title
- Upset over seating arrangements at the Baseball World Series, sports reporters form a professional group that will become Baseball Writers Association of America
Famous Birthdays
- Ruth Hale, American playwright and actress, born in Granger, Utah (d. 2003)
About October 14, 1908
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 114 years, 5 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra