Historical Events
- "Apple Tree" opens at Shubert Theater NYC for 463 performances
Persona
"Persona", Swedish film directed by Ingmar Bergman, starring Bibi Andersson and Liv Ullmann, is released
Famous Birthdays
- Alan Mills, pitcher (Baltimore Orioles), born in Lakeland, Florida
- Angela Visser, Neth, Miss Universe (1989)
- Jerod Swallow, American ice skater (1997 Nationals), born in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Famous Deaths
- Bill Nestell, American actor (Dangerous Venture, Buckskin Frontier), dies of a heart attack at 73
- Sebastian S. Kresge, American merchant and philanthropist (Kmart), dies at 99
About October 18, 1966
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Reach Out I'll Be There - Four Tops
#1 Song: Distant Drums - Jim Reeves
