Friday 16 October 1942
It was Friday, under the sign of Libra (see planets position on October 16, 1942). The US president was Franklin D. Roosevelt (Democratic).
Famous people born on this day include Ronald Paquin and Jim Leach.
George Washington Slept Here, directed by William Keighley, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1942
But much more happened that day: find out below..
You can also have a look at the whole 1942 or at October 16 across the years.
Old Newspapers
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Historical Events
Which were the important events of 16 October 1942 ?
Famous Birthdays:
- Ronald Paquin: American ecclesiastic, a Reverend father in the Roman Catholic church.
- Penny Marshall: Actress.
- Jim Leach: Politician.
- James A. Leach: Politician.
- Dave Lovelady: Rocker.
- Kerry Kelly: American noted family, the daughter of dancer Gene Kelly and his wife, Betsy Boyer ]..
Famous Deaths:
Facts:
- Aaron Copland / de Milles ballet Rodeo, premieres in New York City
- National Boxing Association freezes titles of those serving in armed services.
- Cyclone in Bay of Bengal kills some 40,000 south of Calcutta, India.
- A hurricane and flood in Bombay kill 40,000.
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Planetary positions on this day
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Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in October 1942?
- LIFE: War work
- Time: Chairman, Democratic National Committee
- Beano: Your personalised Beano Book from 1942
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Music Charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of October 1942 ?
Top #2 songs in the USA
- Manhattan Serenade - Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra
- Kay Kyser & His Orchestra - Praise The Lord And Pass The Ammunition
