Historical Events
- "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" horror film premieres in director Tobe Hooper's hometown, Austin, Texas in the US
Event of Interest
US Computer scientist Gary Kildall presents the prototype of his CP/M operating system in his backyard toolshed
- Watergate cover-up trial opens in Washington, D.C.
Famous Birthdays
- Christian Borle, American actor (play Peter and the Starcatcher), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Keith Duffy, Irish pop singer (Boyzone), born in Dublin, Ireland
Famous Deaths
- Spyridon Marinatos, Greek archaeologist who rediscovered the site of an ancient port city on the island of Thera, in the southern Aegean Sea, dies at 72
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About October 1, 1974
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 7 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Honestly Love You - Olivia Newton-John
#1 Song: Kung Fu Fighting - Carl Douglas
