What Happened on November 5, 1958

Historical Events

  • Gian Carlo Menotti's musical drama "Maria Golovin" opens at Martin Beck Theater, NYC; runs for 5 performances
  • KGLD (now KSNG) TV channel 11 in Garden City, KS (NBC) 1st broadcast

Famous Birthdays

  • Don Falcone, American progressive rock keyboardist and producer (Spirits Burning; Thessalonians), born in Pennsylvania
  • Robert Patrick, American actor (Terminator 2: Judgment Day), born in Marietta, Georgia

About November 5, 1958

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 5 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: It's Only Make Believe - Conway Twitty
  • UK #1 Song: It's All In The Game - Tommy Edwards