Historical Events
- As' Ken Holtzman, who hasn't batted all season, belts 3rd inning home run in Game 4 & gets the win, 5-2
Famous Birthdays
- Deo Grech, Maltese television presenter and songwriter, born in Kalkara, Malta
- Jermaine Lewis, wide receiver (Baltimore Ravens)
- Paul Kariya, NHL left wing (Anaheim Mighty Ducks, Olympics 1998), born in Vancouver, British Columbia
Famous Deaths
- Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavatar, noted Carnatic musician (b. 1895)
1974 Highlights
About October 16, 1974
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 7 months and 13 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
