Historical Events
- MLB Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Rennie Stennett is second to hit 7-for-7 in a 9-inning MLB game in a 22-0 rout of Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field in Chicago
- Papua New Guinea gains independence from Australia (National Day)
- The first prototype of the MiG-31 interceptor makes its maiden flight.
Famous Birthdays
- Kip Harkrider, American baseball infielder (Olympic bronze 1996), born in Carthage, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Irene Hayes, Ziegfeld girl and businesswoman (b. 1896)
Died in 1975 1975 Highlights
About September 16, 1975
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 9 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Fame - David Bowie
#1 Song: Sailing - Rod Stewart
