Historical Events
- KOOL (now KTSP) TV channel 10 in Phoenix, AZ (CBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Billy Thomas, American singer (McBride & Ride - "I Count on You"), born in Fort Meyers, Florida
- James di Donato, open water swimmer, one of the Tiger Twins (world record for swimming the butterfly in 40.6 miles)
- Jonathan di Donato, open water swimmer, one of the Tiger Twins (world record for swimming the butterfly in 40.6 miles)
Famous Deaths
- Ernest Irving, English composer, dies at 74
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About October 24, 1953
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 6 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hey Joe - Frankie Laine
