What Happened on October 4, 1952

Historical Events

Top Banana

Johnny Mercer's musical "Top Banana", starring Phil Silvers, closes at Winter Garden Theater, NYC. after 356 performances and a Tony Award win

Famous Birthdays

  • Anita Luceete Defrantz, American rower (Olympic bronze 1976; first female vice-president IOC executive committee), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Jody Stephens, American rock drummer (Big Star), born in Memphis, Tennesee
  • Nina Carter, vocalist (Blonde on Blonde), born in London, England

About October 4, 1952

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 71 years, 6 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra