What Happened on October 28, 1958

Historical Events

Papal Inauguration

Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli elected Pope, taking name John XXIII

  • Pete Runnels wins Comeback Player of Year (avg went from .230 to .322)

Famous Birthdays

  • Manzoor Hussain, Pakistani field hockey striker (Olympic gold 1986; World Cup gold 1978, 82; 175 caps, 86 goals), born in Sialkot, Pakistan (d. 2022)

About October 28, 1958

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 6 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: It's All In The Game - Tommy Edwards
  • UK #1 Song: Carolina Moon/Stupid Cupid - Connie Francis