Historical Events
- First ballpoint pen goes on sale, manufactured by Reynolds in the US (just beating biro)
Getulio Vargas Resigns
Getulio Vargas, President of Brazil, resigns
- Happy Chandler resigns as US Senator, remains as baseball commissioner
Famous Birthdays
- Melba Moore [Beatrice], American singer and actress (Ellis Island), born in New York City
Famous Deaths
- Hans Erich Blaich [Dr. Owlglass], German writer (Simplicissimus), dies at 72
Died in 1945 1945 Highlights
About October 29, 1945
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 78 years and 6 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Scorpio
