What happened on Friday October 02, 1953?

Here's what happened on October 02, 1953:

• US-South Korea Mutual Defense Treaty The United States and South Korea signed a pivotal mutual defense treaty in Washington, D.C., establishing a formal military alliance during the Cold War era and solidifying strategic cooperation in the context of ongoing tensions in East Asia.
• Creation of Andhra State in India The Andhra State Act was passed, officially creating Andhra State by separating Telugu-speaking regions from the state of Madras. Sir Chandulal Madhavlal Trivedi was appointed as the inaugural governor of this newly formed state, marking a significant moment in India's linguistic state reorganization.
• Carl Erskine's World Series Pitching Performance In the 50th World Series, Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher Carl Erskine delivered a remarkable performance, striking out 14 New York Yankees batters, showcasing exceptional pitching skill and becoming a memorable moment in baseball history.
• Victor Borge's Comedy in Music Opens Victor Borge's acclaimed comedy musical show 'Comedy in Music' premiered at the John Golden Theatre in New York City, launching a successful run that would continue for 849 performances and solidifying Borge's reputation as a comedic musical genius.
• Death of John Marin John Marin, a prominent US modernist artist known for his innovative watercolors and paintings, passed away at the age of 82, leaving behind a significant legacy in American art.

Events in 1953

October 02, 1953: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 02, 1953

Newspapers from Oct. 02, 1953

October 02, 1953: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Washington Redskins - Philadelphia Eagles : 21 - 21

October 02, 1953 was a Friday and it was the 275th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 02, 1953 can also be written as 10/2/1953 in the US and as 2/10/1953 in UK and Europe.

October 02, 1953 in October 1953 calendar

Famous people born on October 02, 1953:

• Grete Waitz

  Legendary Norwegian marathon runner who won nine New York City Marathons and was a pioneering figure in women's long-distance running.

• Italo Rota

Famous people born in 1953

Famous people born on October 2nd

Famous people died on October 02, 1953:

• John Marin

  American painter and architect (d. 1953).

• IV barone Templemore Arthur Chichester

Famous people who died in 1953

Famous people who died on October 2nd

October 02, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 02, 1953 was The Velvet Glove by Hugo Winterhalter & His Orchestra (Henri Rene - accordion), according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.

1. Hugo Winterhalter & His Orchestra (Henri Rene - accordion) - The Velvet Glove
2. Teresa Brewer - Ricochet (Rick-O-Shay)
3. Stan Freberg - St. George and the Dragonet

October 02, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 02, 1953 was Look At That Girl by Guy Mitchell, according to the music chart for the week September 28th and October 4th.

1. Guy Mitchell - Look At That Girl
2. Frankie Laine - I Believe
3. Mantovani - The Song From The Moulin Rouge
4. Frank Chacksfield - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')
5. Doris Day & Johnnie Ray - Let's Walk That-A-Way

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 2nd is Libra.

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October 02, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 02, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 02, 1953 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 02, 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 02, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 12:37 am and setting at 03:32 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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Your place in the Universe on October 02, 1953

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Someone born on October 02, 1953 is:

71 years 7 months old,

or 859 months and 5 days old,

or 3735 weeks and 5 days old,

or 26150 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 02, 1953?

There are 148 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 2nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 02, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 02, 1953.

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