Historical Events
- Willie Thrower becomes 1st black NFL quarterback in modern times
- WLJT TV channel 11 in Lexington, TN (PBS) begins broadcasting
- WTVK TV channel 26 in Knoxville, TN (NBC) begins broadcasting
Famous Deaths
- Douwe Kalma, Dutch literary writer and leader (Young Frisian Movement), dies at 57
- Federico Gerdes, composer, dies at 80
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About October 18, 1953
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 6 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hey Joe - Frankie Laine
