Historical Events
- 52,564 fans attend first MLB game at LA's Dodger Stadium at Chavez Ravine, a 6-3 loss to the Cincinnati Reds
- Houston Colt .45s make their MLB debut with an 11-2 win over the Chicago Cubs at Colt Stadium; outfielder Román Mejías hits a pair of 3-run homers
Famous Birthdays
- Cathy Turner, American short track skater (Olympic gold 1994), born in Rochester, New York
- Jukka Tammi, Finnish hockey goaltender (Team Finland Olympic bronze 1998), born in Tampere, Finland
- Steve Tasker, American NFL wide receiver, broadcaster (Buffalo Bills, 7-time Pro Bowl), born in Smith Center, Kansas
Famous Deaths
- Michael Curtiz, Hungarian-born director (b. 1886)
- Stuart Sutcliffe, Scottish visual artist and rock bassist (The Beatles, 1960-61), dies of a brain hemorrhage at 21
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights
About April 10, 1962
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 62 years and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Johnny Angel - Shelley Fabares
#1 Song: Wonderful Land - The Shadows
