Paul Layendecker’s “WAY BACK WHEN” for Weds., Oct 15, 2025
1917 – The world’s most famous spy, Mata Hari was executed. She had been convicted of spying for Germany during World War I and executed by firing squad in France. She refused a blindfold and blew a kiss to the firing squad before her execution.
1940 – Charlie Chaplin released the film The Great Dictator starring himself.
1952 – Children’s author E.B. White published Charlotte’s Web about a relationship between a spider and a pig.
Music History:
1968 The New Yardbirds made their first appearance under their new name, Led Zeppelin at a gig at Surrey University in England.
Notable Birthdays today:
Dutchess of York, Sarah Ferguson 66
Tito Jackson of the Jackson 5 is 71
Richard Carpenter of the Carpenters is 79
