Daily Calendar for October 1st, 2019
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The Old Farmer's Almanac daily calendar gives you quick reference for the significant events on any day throughout the year.
In the ancient Roman calendar, October was the name of the eighth month of the year. Its name comes from octo, the Latin word for "eight." When the Romans converted to a 12-month calendar, they tried to rename this month after various Roman emperors, but the name October stuck. In Old England, the month was called Winmonath, which means "wine month," for this was the time of year when wine was made. The English also called it Winterfylleth, or "Winter Full Moon." They considered this full Moon to be the start of winter. In weather lore, we note, "If October brings heavy frosts and winds, then will January and February be mild."
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1903: Game 1 in the first World Series played. Boston's Cy Young threw the first pitch.
1908: Henry Ford's Model T automobile was introduced at a price of $850
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1971: Walt Disney World opened in Orlando, Florida50 Years Ago
1979: Panama gained sovereignty over Canal, in adherence to treaty provisions
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Died 2002: Walter Annenberg (launched TV Guide magazine and ambassador to Britain)
Died 2008: House Peters Jr. (actor; the original "Mr. Clean")
Died 2008: Nick Reynolds (founding member of the Kingston Trio)