Historical Events
- Conference of foreign ministers in Moscow
- Streptomycin, the first antibiotic remedy for tuberculosis, is isolated by researchers at Rutgers University
- Theater Guild presentation of "Othello" opens at Shubert
- Yankee 2nd baseman Joe Gordon announces his retirement
Famous Birthdays
- Michael Findlay, cricket wicket-keeper (WI early 70's)
- Robert Morris, American composer, born in Cheltenham, England
- Robin Greville Holloway, British composer (Seascape And Harvest), born in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, England
- Robin Holloway, British composer, and academic born in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, England
- Takis Ikonomopoulos, Greek footballer
1943 Highlights
About October 19, 1943
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 9 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
