Historical Events
Event of Interest
1st debate of major-ticket US Vice President nominees, Walter Mondale (D) vs Bob Dole (R)
Music Single
Ringo Starr releases single "A Dose of Rock 'n' Roll"; peaks at 26 in US, fails to chart in UK
Famous Birthdays
- Yoon Son-ha, South Korean actress and singer (Fighting Girl), born in Jeonju, South Korea
Famous Deaths
Carlo Gambino (1902-1976)
Italian-born American mafioso (Gambino family), dies of a heart attack at 74
About October 15, 1976
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Disco Duck (Part I) - Rick Dees & His Cast Of Idiots
#1 Song: Mississippi - Pussycat
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