What happened on Thursday October 31, 1963?

Here's what happened on October 31, 1963:

• Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum Gas Explosion A catastrophic gas explosion occurred at the Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum in Indianapolis during an ice show, resulting in 81 fatalities and approximately 400 injuries. The tragedy was caused by a faulty propane tank connection in a concession stand, leading to a massive and deadly blast that shocked the local community.
• J. Edgar Hoover's Final Meeting with President Kennedy FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover had his last recorded meeting with President John F. Kennedy, a significant interaction between two powerful figures in American government during a pivotal period of the Cold War and civil rights era.
• Ed Sullivan Witnesses Beatles at London Airport Entertainment icon Ed Sullivan observed the emerging phenomenon of Beatlemania firsthand at London Airport, witnessing the immense fan excitement surrounding the Beatles as they returned from a performance in Sweden. This moment captured the rising global popularity of the band.

Events in 1963

October 31, 1963: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 31, 1963

Newspapers from Oct. 31, 1963

October 31, 1963 was a Thursday and it was the 304th day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 31, 1963 can also be written as 10/31/1963 in the US and as 31/10/1963 in UK and Europe.

October 31, 1963 in October 1963 calendar

Famous people born on October 31, 1963:

• Dermot Mulroney

  Versatile American actor known for roles in romantic comedies and dramas like 'My Best Friend's Wedding' and 'Young Guns'.

• Rob Schneider

  Comedic actor and filmmaker known for his roles in Adam Sandler movies and Saturday Night Live.

• Johnny Marr

  Influential guitarist and songwriter, founding member of legendary alternative rock band The Smiths.

• Fred McGriff

  Professional baseball first baseman who played for multiple MLB teams, including the Atlanta Braves.

• Rick Allen

  Def Leppard drummer famous for continuing to play after losing his arm in a car accident.

• Dunga

  Former Brazilian national football team captain and manager, known for his defensive midfield skills.

• Sarah Brown
• Dmitri Meskhiyev
• Mikkey Dee

Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on October 31st

Famous people died on October 31, 1963:

• Mesut Cemil

  Turkish cellist and composer (b. 1902).

• Henry Daniell

Famous people who died in 1963

Famous people who died on October 31st

October 31, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 31, 1963 was Sugar Shack by Jimmy Gilmer, according to the music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.

1. Jimmy Gilmer - Sugar Shack
2. Nino Tempo & April Stevens - Deep Purple
3. The Village Stompers - Washington Square
4. Ray Charles - Busted
5. Roy Orbison - Mean Woman Blues

October 31, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 31, 1963 was Do You Love Me? by Brian Poole & The Tremeloes, according to the music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.

1. Brian Poole & The Tremeloes - Do You Love Me?
2. The Beatles - She Loves You
3. The Crystals - Then He Kissed Me
4. Gerry & The Pacemakers - You'll Never Walk Alone
5. Roy Orbison - Blue Bayou / Mean Woman Blues

October 31, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 31, 1963 was Cry Baby by Garnet Mimms & The Enchanters, according to the music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.

1. Garnet Mimms & The Enchanters - Cry Baby
2. The Impressions - It's All Right
3. Little Johnny Taylor - Part Time Love
4. Jimmy Gilmer And The Fireballs - Sugar Shack
5. The Miracles - Mickey's Monkey

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 31st is Scorpio.

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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 31, 1963: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 31, 1963 is Rabbit and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 31, 1963 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 31, 1963 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 31, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 04:48 pm and setting at 06:11 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 03, 1963 while the next full moon would come on Nov 01, 1963.

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Someone born on October 31, 1963 is:

61 years 5 months old,

or 737 months and 23 days old,

or 3207 weeks and 6 days old,

or 22455 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 31, 1963?

There are 191 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 31, 1963?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 31, 1963.

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