Historical Events
- Matthew Shepard, a gay student at the University of Wyoming, is found tied to a fence after being savagely beaten by two young adults in Laramie, Wyoming.
Famous Deaths
- Arnold Jacobs, American symphonic tuba player (Chicago Symphony, 1944-83), and pedagogue, dies at 83
Died in 1998 1998 Highlights
About October 7, 1998
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 6 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: The First Night - Monica
#1 Song: Rollercoaster - B*Witched
