Today in History and Celebrity Birthdays

Today in Music History for Oct. 14: In 1904, the McGill Conservatorium of Music was officially opened at the Montreal university.

Today in History for Oct. 14: In 1066, William of Normandy became the Conqueror with his victory over King Harold at the Battle of Hastings. During the fighting, Harold was hit by an arrow and then mowed down by the sword of a mounted knight.

Celebrity Birthdays for Oct. 13: Singer Nana Mouskouri is 90. Gospel singer Shirley Caesar is 86. Rock and Roll Hall-of-Famer Paul Simon is 83. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is 82. Keyboardist Robert Lamm of Chicago is 80. Country singer Lacy J.

Today in Music History for Oct. 13: In 1941, singer Paul Simon was born in Newark, N.J. Between 1962 and 1970, he and partner Art Garfunkel were the most popular duo in rock music. "Simon and Garfunkel's" No.

Today in History for Oct. 13: In A.D. 54, Roman Emperor Claudius I died after being poisoned, apparently at the behest of his wife, Agrippina. In 1399, King Henry IV of England was crowned.

Celebrity Birthdays for Oct. 12: Singer Sam Moore of Sam and Dave is 89. Actress-singer Susan Anton is 74. Donnie Dacus, guitarist with Chicago, is 73. Pop/rock singer/songwriter Jane Siberry is 69. Jazz musician Chris Botti is 62.

Today in Music History for Oct. 12: In 1609, "Three Blind Mice," believed to be the earliest printed secular song, was published in London.

Today in History for Oct. 12: On this date: In 451, nearly 600 bishops of the Christian church began meeting at the Second Ecumenical Council.

Celebrity Birthdays for Oct. 15: Singer Barry McGuire is 89. Canadian Willie O'Ree, the first black player in the N.H.L, is 89. Actress Linda Lavin ("Alice") is 87. Drummer Don Stevenson of Moby Grape is 83.

Celebrity Birthdays for Oct. 18: Pro Football Hall-of-Famer Mike Ditka is 85. Singer Russ Giguere of The Association is 81. Award-winning Canadian film composer Howard Shore is 78. Actor Joe Morton is 77. Actress Pam Dawber is 73.