Historical Events
Music Awards
3rd Country Music Association Award: Johnny Cash and Tammy Wynette win
Sports History
Baltimore's Earl Weaver becomes first manager since 1935 to be ejected World Series game as his Orioles slump to a 2-1 Game 4 defeat to NY Mets at Shea Stadium
- Bank of America World Headquarters (555 California) dedicated
- Madison Square Garden TV Network begins (Rangers vs North Stars)
- Vietnam Moratorium Day; millions nationwide protest the war
Famous Birthdays
- Dominic West, British actor (The Wire), born in Sheffield, England
- Vítor Baía, Portuguese football goalkeeper, born in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Famous Deaths
- Abdirashid Shermake, President of Somali Republic, shot by one of his bodyguards at 50
- Rod La Rocque, American actor (Mystery Woman), dies at 70
1969 Highlights
About October 15, 1969
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 3 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Libra
