Thursday October 15, 1953: on this day

October 15, 1953 was the 288th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Libra and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is October 15, 1953 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 15, 1953, who was born and died on October 15, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 15, 1953, which were the most popular songs (ex. Istanbul (Not Constantinople) by Four Lads), movies (e.g. Thunder Over the Plains, directed by André De Toth), TV series (e.g. Westward Ho!) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 15th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 15, 1953?


October 15, 1953 was a Thursday and it was the 288th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 15, 1953 can also be written as 10/15/1953 in the US and as 15/10/1953 in UK and Europe.

October 15, 1953 in October 1953 calendar

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October 15, 1953: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 15, 1953:

  • Koin tv channel 6 in portland, or (cbs) begins broadcasting
  • Wjnl (now wfat) tv channel 19 in johnstown, pa (ind) begins
  • British nuclear test totem 1 detonated at emu field, south australia.

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October 15, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 15th 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 15, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 15, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on October 15th, 1953 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 15, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 15, 1953 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 15, 1953 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 15, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 52% full, rising at 01:12 pm and setting at 10:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 23, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Oct 22, 1953.

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Who was born on October 15, 1953?


Famous people born on October 15, 1953:

  • Tito Jackson
    Tito Jackson

    Tito jackson is a guitarist best known as a member of the famous jackson 5 band.

  • Larry Miller
    Larry Miller

    Nyc, new york -- comedian/actor (larry pursuit of happiness).

  • Betsy Clifford

    Canadian alpine skier.

  • Peter Phillips

    The tallis scholars was founded by the tallis scholars, an english musicologist and conductor.

  • Walter Williams

    American author.

  • Greg Evigan

    Actor.

  • Larry Miller (comedian)
  • Günther Oettinger
  • Joe Klecko
  • Bernard Dacorogna
  • Takīs Antōniou
  • Toriano Adaryll «Tito» Jackson
  • Enrique Morán

Whose famous birthday is on October 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 15th:

  • Kiko Mizuhara
    Kiko Mizuhara

    Kiko mizuhara is a japanese model known for her work in the fashion industry and her appearances in various magazines and fashion shows.

  • Penny Marshall
    Penny Marshall

    Penny marshall was an american actress, director, and producer, best known for her role as laverne defazio on the television sitcom laverne...

  • Keyshia Cole
    Keyshia Cole

    Keyshia cole is an american r&b singer known for her soulful voice and emotional lyrics.

  • Lee Iacocca
    Lee Iacocca

    American self-made man who rose to the top of the ford motor co.

  • Mira Nair
    Mira Nair

    Indian-american actress and producer.

  • Jean Peters
    Jean Peters

    American actress.

  • Jaci Velasquez
    Jaci Velasquez

    Rock singer.

  • Dominic West
    Dominic West

    Dominic west is a british actor known for his roles in the wire and the affair.

  • John Kenneth Galbraith
    John Kenneth Galbraith

    Economist (affluent society-58 hillman award).

  • Bailee Madison
    Bailee Madison

    Bailee Madison is an actress known for her roles in various films and TV shows.

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October 15, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 70 years 6 months old,

or 846 months and 11 days old,

or 3680 weeks and 1 day old,

or 25761 days old,

if you were born on October 15, 1953.

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 15, 1953?

There are 172 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 15, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 15, 1953.

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October 15, 1953: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 15, 1953:

  • Helene Mayer

What famous deaths happened on October 15th?

Famous deaths on October 15th:

  • Pat O'Brien
    Pat O'Brien

    American actor.

  • Betty Driver
    Betty Driver

    English actress, singer, and author (b. 1920).

  • Edie Adams
    Edie Adams

    American actress and singer (born 1927).

  • Henny Porten
    Henny Porten

    German actress and one of the first silent film stars in germany.

  • Trestan Hart

    Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to be performed worldwide.

  • Dmonte Coleman

    Celebrated playwright known for his thought-provoking plays.

  • Govind Desai

    Renowned Indian novelist and Sahitya Akademi Award winner.

  • Jaree Al-Sabah

    Jaree Al-Sabah was a prominent Kuwaiti politician who served as the Prime Minister of Kuwait from 1978 to 1991.

  • Silvie Townsend

    Renowned British author known for her captivating novels.

  • Thaddeaus Koscuiszko

    Famous for his role in the American Revolutionary War and Polish independence efforts.

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October 15, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 15, 1953:

  • United States - White Cane Safety Day, National Grouch Day, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Teresa of Avila
  • Roman festivals - the Equirria or October equus: sacrifice of a horse to Mars
  • French Republican Calendar - Amaryllis (Amaryllis) Day, twenty-fourth day in the Month of VendTmiaire

Observances on October 15, 1953:

  • International Day of Rural Women
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October 15, 1953: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 15, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 12th and October 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 15, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 15, 1953 was Istanbul (Not Constantinople) by Four Lads, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

October 15, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 15, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Istanbul (Not Constantinople)
  2. - Ebb Tide

October 15, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 15, 1953 was Look At That Girl by Guy Mitchell, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

October 15, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 15, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 12th and October 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Look At That Girl
  2. - Where The Winds Blow
  3. - I Believe
  4. - Hey Joe
  5. - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')

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October 15, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 15, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Thunder Over the Plains

Thunder Over the Plains

Release year: 1953

Directed by: André De Toth

Starring: Randolph Scott, Lex Barker, Phyllis Kirk, Charles McGraw

Take the High Ground!

Take the High Ground!

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Richard Brooks

Starring: Richard Widmark, Karl Malden, Elaine Stewart, Carleton Carpenter

Crime Wave

Crime Wave

Release year: 1953

Directed by: André De Toth

Starring: Gene Nelson, Sterling Hayden, Phyllis Kirk, Ted de Corsia

So Big

So Big

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Robert Wise

Starring: Jane Wyman, Sterling Hayden, Nancy Olson, Steve Forrest

Aida

Aida

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Clemente Fracassi

Starring: Sophia Loren, Renata Tebaldi, Lois Maxwell, Ebe Stignani

October 15, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 15, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Westward Ho!

Westward Ho!

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Warwick Gilbert

Topper

Topper

Release year: 1953

Starring: Anne Jeffreys, Robert Sterling, Leo G. Carroll, Buck

Country: United States of America

Make Room for Daddy

Make Room for Daddy

Release year: 1953

Directed by: William Asher

Starring: Danny Thomas, Rusty Hamer, Marjorie Lord, Angela Cartwright

Country: United States of America

The Loretta Young Show

The Loretta Young Show

Release year: 1953

Starring: Loretta Young

Country: United States of America

Excursion

Excursion

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Martin Grof

October 15, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 15, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Deep Six by Martin Dibner

The Deep Six

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Garden City, New York, Doubleday & Company. 1953. Hardbound. Approximately 8.5 inches tall. 321 pages. The author also illustrated the endpapers and dust jacket art.

The Silent World by Jacques Yves Cousteau and Frederic Dumas

The Silent World

By:

Jacque Cousteau's underwater adventures and photographs

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.

Father, Dear Father by Ludwig Bemelmans

Father, Dear Father

By:

Bemelmans' thirteen-year-old daughter Barbara and Little Bit, his poodle, shared a European vacation. Bemelmans goes on more than "take a vacation": he explores the world.

Sexual Behavior In The Human Female by Paul Kinsey

Sexual Behavior In The Human Female

By:

The first edition of Sexual Behavior in the Female Female was published in 1953, five year after the male volume.

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Who was the US President on October 15, 1953?

On October 15, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 15, 1953?

On October 15, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 15, 1953?

On October 15, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about October 15th?

October 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 cologne attack: three people are hurt when a man sets fire to a fast-food outlet in cologne's main station and then takes a woman hostage. later, german counter-terrorism units rescue the woman.
  • 2017 - 2017 iraqi-kurdish conflict: battle of kirkuk (2017): iraqi troops advance on kurdish-held territory surrounding the city of kirkuk. in the vicinity of cities, there have been reports of clashes.
  • 2016 - At least 55 people were killed in the iraqi civil war (2014-2017), 2016 oct baghdad attacks: an attack on a shi'ite mosque, a check-point at the police station and the family of an anti islamic state sunni paramilitary leader have resulted in the deaths of at least 55 iraqis. (reuters)isil claims responsibility for the takeback of iraqi forces' launching of mosul, its stronghold.

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What happened in 1953?

1953 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
  • WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
  • NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak

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What was the calendar for October 1953?

October 1953 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 1953 calendar looked like.

Thursday October 15, 1953