Famous Birthdays
- Hawick Lau, Hong Kong Chinese actor (Sealed with a Kiss) and singer, born in Hong Kong
Famous Deaths
Ed Sullivan (1901-1974)
American newspaper columnist, and television host (The Ed Sullivan Show), dies of esophageal cancer at 73
- Josef Krips, Austrian conductor (London Symphony, 1950-54; Buffalo Philharmonic, 1954-63; San Francisco Symphony, 1964-70), dies of lung cancer at 72
- Sam Rice, American Baseball HOF outfielder (World Series 1924; AL stolen base leader 1920; Washington Senators 1915-33), dies from cancer at 84
1974 Highlights
About October 13, 1974
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 5 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Nothing From Nothing - Billy Preston
#1 Song: Sad Sweet Dreamer - Sweet Sensation
