Historical Events
- China performs nuclear test at Lop Nor, PRC
- First regular season NHL game is played in New Jersey (Newark; NJ Devils play a 3-3 tie against Pittsburgh Penguins at Brendan Byrne Arena; Don Lever scores first Devils' goal
- Hernan Siles Zuazo appointed president of Bolivia
Cricket History
Pakistan cricket leg-spin bowler Abdul Qadir takes 7-142 as Australia is dismissed for 330 in 2nd Test in Faisalabad; Greg Ritchie scores maiden Test century (106 no) but home side prevails by an innings & 3 runs
- Unmanned rocket sled reaches 9,851 kph at White Sands, NM
Famous Birthdays
- Natalie Vlandis, American pairs skater (with partner Jered Guzman), born in Los Angeles, California
About October 5, 1982
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 11 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Jack & Diane - John Cougar
#1 Song: Pass The Dutchie - Musical Youth
