Historical Events
- "110 in the Shade" opens at Broadhurst Theater NYC for 330 performances
- KRO shows first episode of Bonanza
Event of Interest
Sandy Koufax is unanimous winner of Cy Young Award

Sandy Koufax
Famous Birthdays
- John Hendrie, Scottish footballer, born in Lennoxtown, Scotland
Famous Deaths
- Beverly Wills, actress (Beverly-I Married Joan), dies at 29
1963 Highlights
About October 24, 1963
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Scorpio