Historical Events
- Egyptian munition ship "Star of Alexandria" explodes at dockside in Bone, Algeria. 100 die, 160 injured, $20 million damage
Baseball Record
Kansas City A's Bert Campaneris HRs on 1st pitch he sees from Twins' Jim Kaat, adds a 2nd HR later, also off of Kaat (in Minnesota)
Famous Birthdays
- Ed Forchion, American marijuana activist (NJWeedman), born in Camden, New Jersey
- Greg Best, American equestrian athlete (Olympic silver 1988, 92), born in Lynchburg, Virginia
Famous Deaths
- Jan de Vries, Dutch scholar of Germanic linguistics and Germanic mythology, dies at 74
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights
About July 23, 1964
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rag Doll - The 4 Seasons Featuring the "Sound of Frankie Valli"
#1 Song: A Hard Day's Night - The Beatles
