It happenned on a… 17 September

Brian Mulroney sworn in as Canada’s 18th Prime Minister, succeeding John Turner.

Vanessa Williams (NY), 20, crowned 56th Miss America 1984, 1st black.

Fleetwood Mac’s “Rumors” is #1 for 19th straight week.

“M*A*S*H” premiered on CBS-TV, ended February 28, 1983.

Guy Lafleur plays his first NHL game with the Canadiens.

“Mission Impossible” premiered on CBS-TV.

“Bewitched” premieres on ABC TV.

1st successful separation of Siamese (conjoined) twins (Carolyn and Catherine Mouton).

National Football League is born in Canton, Ohio; 12 teams pay $100 each to join American Professional Football Association; re-named the NFL in 1922.

Phillip W. Pratt patented a version of the sprinkler system.

Opening of the Montreal Municipal Library, with 2,000 volumes.