Historical Events
- Baseball World Series: NY Yankees repeat as champions; beat LA, 7-2 at Dodger Stadium for 4-2 series victory; MVP: NY shortstop Bucky Dent
- NY Islanders start a streak of 23 undefeated games at home (15-0-8)
Event of Interest
President Jimmy Carter signs bill restoring US citizenship to Jefferson Davis
Music History
US President Jimmy Carter presents Congressional Medal to singer Marian Anderson
- USSR performs underground nuclear test
- Yanks win 22nd World Championship capping their great comeback year
About October 17, 1978
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Kiss You All Over - Exile
#1 Song: Summer Nights - John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
