Historical Events
- 1st NBA game at Market Square Arena - Pacers beat Spurs 129-121
- Andre van de Louw appointed Mayor of Rotterdam
Sports History
Chicago Bull Nate Thurmond becomes 1st in NBA to complete a quadruple double-22 pts, 14 rebounds, 13 assists & 12 blocks
- Wings (Country Hams) release "Walking in the Park with Eloise"
Famous Birthdays
- Peter Svensson, Swedish musician and songwriter (The Cardigans - "Lovefool"), born in Huskvarna, Sweden
- Robbie Savage, Welsh footballer
- Zhou Xun, Quzhou, Zhejiang, Chinese actress and singer (Suzhou River, Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress)
About October 18, 1974
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 7 months and 22 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
