Historical Events
- "Detectives" TV Crime Drama; moves to NBC-TV
Dylan's 1st Recording Session
Bob Dylan's 1st recording session, playing harmonica for Caroline Hester
- Mamum Kuzbari becomes premier of Syria
Famous Birthdays
- Julia Gillard, Australian politician, 1st Australian female Prime Minister (2010-2013), born in Barry, Wales
Famous Deaths
- Reinhard Herbig, German archaeologist (Etruscan, Ancient Greece and Rome), dies at 63
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About September 29, 1961
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 6 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Take Good Care Of My Baby - Bobby Vee
#1 Song: Kon-Tiki - The Shadows
