Historical Events
- Despite Johnny Mize 2,000th hit, NY Yankees lose ending an 18 game winning streak and also ending St Louis Brown 14 game losing streak
Famous Birthdays
- Ian Mosley, British drummer (Marillion - "Clutching At Straws"), born in Paddington, London, England
Famous Deaths
- John Scott Lidgett, English theologist, dies at 98
- Margaret Bondfield, English politician and 1st British female cabinet minister (Labour), dies at 80
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights
About June 16, 1953
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 10 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Believe - Frankie Laine
