Historical Events
- After acquiring MLB's Oakland A's for $12.7m, Walter Haas Jr. appoints himself CEO; leads team to 4 AL West Divisional titles and 1989 World Series Championship
- Ianford Wilson's "5th of July" premieres in NYC
- Walter Hass Jr becomes CEO of Oakland A's
Famous Birthdays
- Hans Andersen, Danish speedway rider (captain Denmark Speedway World Cup gold 2006, 08), born in Odense, Denmark
Famous Deaths
- Ludwig Hohl, writer, dies
About November 3, 1980
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 4 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Woman In Love - Barbra Streisand
#1 Song: Woman In Love - Barbra Streisand
