Historical Events
High Society
MGM releases film "High Society", a musical re-working of "The Philadelphia Story" set in Newport, Rhode Island; starring Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly, and Frank Sinatra, with songs by Cole Porter
Famous Birthdays
Bryan Trottier (67 years old)
American NHL Center (NY Islanders), born in Val Marie, Saskatchewan
- Julie Bishop, Australian Liberal Party politician and Minister for Foreign Affairs (2013-present), born in Lobethal, South Australia
- Robert Romanus, American actor, born in West Hartford, Connecticut
Famous Deaths
- Jozef de Voght, Flemish priest and songwriter (Under the Snow), dies at 78
Died in 1956 1956 Highlights
About July 17, 1956
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 9 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Why Do Fools Fall In Love - Teenagers Featuring Frankie Lymon
