Friday October 14, 1955: on this day

October 14, 1955 was the 287th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Friday.

Is October 14, 1955 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 14, 1955, who was born and died on October 14, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 14, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Yellow Rose Of Texas by Mitch Miller Orchestra & Chorus), movies (e.g. A Man Alone, directed by Ray Milland), TV series (e.g. Wanted) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 14th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 14, 1955?


October 14, 1955 was a Friday and it was the 287th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 14, 1955 can also be written as 10/14/1955 in the US and as 14/10/1955 in UK and Europe.

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October 14, 1955: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 14, 1955:

  • Odeca secretariat inaugurated.
  • The first footage of elvis presley is filmed as part of a film short about the cleveland, ohio, disc jockey bill randle.
  • Cardiff is announced as the capital city of the principality of wales, within the united kingdom.
  • After the last allied troops have left the country and following the provisions of the austrian independence treaty, austria declares its permanent neutrality.
  • Ngo dinh diem proclaims vietnam to be a republic with himself as its president and forms the army of the republic of vietnam.

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October 14, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 14th is Libra.

Libra is the 7th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between September 23rd and October 22nd belong to the Libra sign: discover Libra personality and who should a Libra marry.

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 14, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 14, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on October 14th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 14, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 14, 1955 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 14, 1955 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 14, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:53 am and setting at 05:53 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 01, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Oct 31, 1955.

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Who was born on October 14, 1955?


Famous people born on October 14, 1955:

  • Rowe Ivey

    Rowe Ivey is a respected politician who has served in various government positions.

  • Arleen Sorkin

    American actress, producer, and screenwriter (d. 2023).

  • Iwona Blazwick

    English critic and curator.

  • Angelo Zucchi
  • Federico Ghizzoni
  • Gustavo Montesano
  • Anton Pichler
  • Sergio Dompè
  • Thomas Keller
  • Juan Carlos Loaiza

Whose famous birthday is on October 14th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 14th:

  • Lillian Gish
    Lillian Gish

    Pioneering American actress of the silent film era, known for her roles in classic films such as 'The Birth of a Nation' and 'Orphans of the...

  • Roger Moore
    Roger Moore

    British actor.

  • Cliff Richard
    Cliff Richard

    British singer, musician, performer and actor.

  • Lori Petty
    Lori Petty

    American screenwriter and actress.

  • Skyler Shaye
    Skyler Shaye

    American actress.

  • Udo Kier
    Udo Kier

    Germany -- actress (warhol frankenstein, warhol dracula).

  • Bernie Siegel
    Bernie Siegel

    American surgeon, renowned authority in advanced cancer, and yale university medical school teacher.

  • Karyn White
    Karyn White

    American singer-songwriter.

  • Rowan Blanchard
    Rowan Blanchard

    American actress best known for her role in the TV series 'Girl Meets World.

  • Steve Coogan
    Steve Coogan

    Steve coogan is an english actor, comedian, and producer known for his work in the comedy series 'alan partridge' and films such as...

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October 14, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 5 months old,

or 821 months and 14 days old,

or 3571 weeks and 6 days old,

or 25003 days old,

if you were born on October 14, 1955.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 14, 1955?

There are 200 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday October 14th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 14, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 14, 1955.

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October 14, 1955: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 14, 1955:

  • Charles Frey

What famous deaths happened on October 14th?

Famous deaths on October 14th:

  • Errol Flynn
    Errol Flynn

    Australian-american actor.

  • Robbie Coltrane
    Robbie Coltrane

    Robbie coltrane is a scottish actor and comedian best known for his role as rubeus hagrid in the harry potter film series.

  • Bing Crosby
    Bing Crosby

    American singer, who was known for his smooth baritone and world-famous crooning.

  • Elizabeth Peña
    Elizabeth Peña

    American actress and director (d. 2014.

  • Simon MacCorkindale
    Simon MacCorkindale

    British actor, screenwriter, and producer.

  • Keenan Wynn
    Keenan Wynn

    American actor playing the role of character actor.

  • Raymond Pellegrin
    Raymond Pellegrin

    Raymond pellegrin was a french actor known for his roles in french cinema, including in films like the cousins and the sicilian clan.

  • John Clive
    John Clive

    English actor and author (d. 2012).

  • Laura La Plante
    Laura La Plante

    Screen actress (show boat and scandal) dies at 91.

  • Isaly Bernstein

    Isaly Bernstein was an American composer, conductor, and pianist, known for his iconic musical compositions, including the score for the...

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October 14, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 14, 1955:

  • Also see October 14 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • French Republican Calendar - Navet (Turnip) Day, twenty-third day in the Month of VendTmiaire
  • Teachers' Day, or National Education Day in Poland
  • World Standards Day (from ISO, IEC, ITU)
  • RC Saints - Pope Callistus I
  • World Organ Donation Day
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October 14, 1955: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 14, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 10th and October 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 14, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 14, 1955 was The Yellow Rose Of Texas by Mitch Miller Orchestra & Chorus, according to the music chart for the week October 10th and October 16th.

October 14, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 14, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 10th and October 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Yellow Rose Of Texas
  2. - Ain't That A Shame
  3. - Autumn Leaves
  4. - Seventeen
  5. - The Bible Tells Me So

October 14, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 14, 1955 was The Man From Laramie by Jimmy Young, according to the music chart for the week October 10th and October 16th.

October 14, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 14, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 10th and October 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Man From Laramie
  2. - Rose Marie
  3. - Blue Star (The Medic Theme)
  4. - Cool Water
  5. - The Yellow Rose Of Texas

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October 14, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 14, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

A Man Alone

A Man Alone

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Ray Milland

Starring: Ray Milland, Mary Murphy, Ward Bond, Raymond Burr

Oklahoma!

Oklahoma!

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Fred Zinnemann

Starring: Gordon MacRae, Gloria Grahame, Gene Nelson, Charlotte Greenwood

Country: United States of America

The Twinkle in God's Eye

The Twinkle in God's Eye

Release year: 1955

Directed by: George Blair

Starring: Mickey Rooney, Coleen Gray, Hugh O'Brian, Joey Forman

The Desperate Hours

The Desperate Hours

Release year: 1955

Directed by: William Wyler

Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Fredric March, Arthur Kennedy, Martha Scott

Country: United States of America

Touch and Go

Touch and Go

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Michael Truman

Starring: Jack Hawkins, Margaret Johnston, June Thorburn, John Fraser

October 14, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 14, 1955 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Wanted

Wanted

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Vitaliy Versace

Fury

Fury

Release year: 1955

Directed by: David Ayer

Crossroads

Crossroads

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Walter Hill

Jungle Jim

Jungle Jim

Release year: 1955

Starring: Johnny Weissmuller, Martin Huston, Dean Fredericks, Tamba

Country: United States of America

Sergeant Preston of the Yukon

Sergeant Preston of the Yukon

Release year: 1955

Written by:

Starring: Dick Simmons, Yukon King, Vic Perrin

Country: United States of America

October 14, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 14, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Onions In The Stew by Betty MacDonald

Onions In The Stew

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Betty MacDonald's books have taught me much about tolerance and friendship, even though I am an adult in my 20's.

The Great Man by Al Morgan

The Great Man

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Binding tight. Second printing. X library. Some may need a dust jacket. Excellent reading copy

The Power Of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale

The Power Of Positive Thinking

By:

With more than five million copies printed, The Power of Positive Thinking is an international bestseller. It has helped millions of people around the globe to find fulfillment through Dr.

Why Johnny Can'T Read by Rudolf Franz Flesch

Why Johnny Can'T Read

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The U.S. Department of Education recommends this classic book on phonics. This book contains complete instructions and materials for teaching children how to read at home.

Grandfather Stories by Samuel Hopkins Adams

Grandfather Stories

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Book by Samuel Hopkins, Adams

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Who was the US President on October 14, 1955?

On October 14, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 14, 1955?

On October 14, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 14, 1955?

On October 14, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about October 14th?

October 14th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 14th day of the month of October. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on October 14th, such as:

  • 2018 - Pope francis canonizes oscar romero (the roman catholic archbishop san salvador who was assassinated during mass in 1980). six additional canonizations are also announced, including the one of pope paul vi.
  • 2017 - 14 october 2017, mogadishu bombings. at least 276 people were killed in the explosion of an explosive-laden lorry outside a mogadishu hotel. this is the worst terrorist attack in somalia’s history.
  • 2016 - Sinai insurgency: an isil attack on north sinai governorate security checkpoint, egypt leaves at least 12 egyptian military personnel dead and 15 terrorists injured. (reuters),

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What happened in 1955?

1955 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • WBBJ TV channel 7 in Jackson, TN (ABC) begins broadcasting
  • Catch a Star opens at Plymouth Theater NYC for 23 performances
  • J van Tilburg appointed Governor of Suriname

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What was the calendar for October 1955?

October 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how October 1955 calendar looked like.

Friday October 14, 1955