Historical Events
- Michael Gazzo's "Hatful of Rain" premieres in NYC
- NZ all out for 70 v Pakistan at Dacca
- UN disapproves of South Africa's apartheid politics
Famous Birthdays
- Bob Nault, French Canadian politician (Member of the Canadian Parliament for Kenora—Rainy River), born in Ste. Anne, Manitoba
- Don Schiff, American guitarist, born in Wilmington, Delaware
- Fernando Meirelles, Brazilian film director (The Constant Gardener), born in São Paulo, Brazil
- Karen Dotrice, British actress (Mary Poppins), born in Guernsey, Channel Islands
Famous Deaths
- Tom Powers, actor (Station West, Destination Moon), dies at 65
1955 Highlights
About November 9, 1955
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 6 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hernando's Hideaway - Johnston Brothers