Historical Events
- WXYZ TV channel 7 in Detroit, MI (ABC) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Caleb Quaye, British session and touring rock guitarist (Elton John; Hall & Oates), born in London, England
- Dave Samuels, American vibraphonist (Spyro Gyra - "Morning Dance"), born in Waukegan, Illinois (d. 2019)
Jackson Browne (75 years old)
American rock singer-songwriter ("Running On Empty"; "The Pretender"), born in Heidelberg, Germany
- Luiza Trajano, Brazilian businessperson (Magazine Luiza), born in Franco, Brazil
About October 9, 1948
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 6 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
