Historical Events
- Dodger Don Newcombe hits NL pitcher record 7th HR of season
- Dutch magician Fred Kaps wins his 2nd FISM World Championship
- WKRG TV channel 5 in Mobile, AL (CBS) begins broadcasting
- WTTW TV channel 11 in Chicago, IL (PBS) begins broadcasting
About September 5, 1955
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 7 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rose Marie - Slim Whitman
