Historical Events
Sports History
Future Baseball Hall of Famer Ted Williams manages his final game as Texas Rangers lose to KC Royals, 4-0 in the last game played at Municipal Stadium; Williams replaced by Whitey Herzog
Famous Birthdays
- Cut Chemist [Lucas MacFadden], American hip-hop DJ and record producer (Jurassic 5; Ozomatli), born in New York City
Famous Deaths
- Colin Gordon, British actor (The Pink Panther, Casino Royale), dies at 61
1972 Highlights
About October 4, 1972
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 5 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me - Mac Davis
#1 Song: How Can I Be Sure - David Cassidy
