What happened on Friday October 03, 1947?

Here's what happened on October 03, 1947:

• Major Scientific Achievement: First 200-Inch Telescope Lens Completed A groundbreaking moment in astronomical technology occurred with the completion of the first telescope lens measuring 200 inches (508 cm) in diameter. This massive lens represented a significant advancement in optical engineering and astronomical observation capabilities, potentially enabling scientists to peer deeper into the cosmos with unprecedented clarity.
• Birth of John Perry Barlow John Perry Barlow, an influential American musician, poet, and internet pioneer, was born. He would later become known for his work with the Grateful Dead and as a co-founder of the Electronic Frontier Foundation, advocating for digital rights and internet freedom.
• Dramatic World Series Baseball Moment In the 44th World Series, New York Yankees pitcher Floyd Beven's potential no-hitter was dramatically broken with just one out remaining. A double scored two runs, resulting in a loss for Beven and ending his bid for a historic no-hit game.
• Television Broadcasting Milestone WMAL (later known as WJLA), an ABC affiliate television channel 7 in Washington, DC, began broadcasting, contributing to the expansion of television media in the post-World War II era.
• Broadway Theater Premiere The theatrical production 'Under the Counter' opened at the Shubert Theater in New York City, running for a limited engagement of 27 performances.

Events in 1947

October 03, 1947: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 03, 1947

Newspapers from Oct. 03, 1947

October 03, 1947 was a Friday and it was the 276th day of the year 1947 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 03, 1947 can also be written as 10/3/1947 in the US and as 3/10/1947 in UK and Europe.

October 03, 1947 in October 1947 calendar

Famous people born on October 03, 1947:

• Michele Profeta

  Italian serial killer who murdered a taxi driver and a real estate agent in early 2001, arrested on February 15th and sentenced to life...

• Fred DeLuca

  Co-founder of Subway, the global fast-food sandwich restaurant chain that revolutionized quick-service dining.

• John Perry Barlow
• Hopeton Lewis
• Anne Dorte of Rosenborg (d. 2014)

Famous people born in 1947

Famous people born on October 3rd

Famous people died on October 03, 1947:

• Davide Mele
• Henrik Schück

Famous people who died in 1947

Famous people who died on October 3rd

October 03, 1947: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 03, 1947 was An Apple Blossom Wedding by Sammy Kaye & His Orchestra (Vocal Don Cornell), according to the music chart for the week September 29th and October 5th.

1. Sammy Kaye & His Orchestra (Vocal Don Cornell) - An Apple Blossom Wedding
2. Elliot Lawrence & His Orchestra - Near You

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 3rd is Libra.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 03, 1947: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 03, 1947 is Pig and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 03, 1947 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 03, 1947 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on October 03, 1947 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 79% full, rising at 07:32 pm and setting at 10:35 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 30, 1947 while the next full moon would come on Oct 29, 1947.

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Your place in the Universe on October 03, 1947

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Someone born on October 03, 1947 is:

77 years 7 months old,

or 931 months and 11 days old,

or 4049 weeks and 5 days old,

or 28348 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 03, 1947?

There are 142 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 3rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 03, 1947?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 03, 1947.

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