Historical Events
- "Sergeant Preston" debuts on CBS
- Ali Sastroamidjojo's PNI wins elections in Indonesia
Famous Birthdays
- BenoƮt Ferreux, French actor (Murmur of the Heart), born in Bordeaux, France
- Gwen Ifill, American journalist and writer, 1st African American woman to host US public affairs program, born in New York City (d. 2016)
- Ken Weatherwax, American actor (Pugsley-Addams Family), born in Los Angeles, California
- Mark Mitchell, Australian actor (Larger than Life, Con the Fruiterer), born in Melbourne Australia
- Vicki Fergon, American golfer (first woman to win on all 3 LPGA-affiliated tours), born in Palo Alto, California
About September 29, 1955
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 7 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Rose Marie - Slim Whitman