Historical Events
- Datu Abdul Rozak inaugurated as premier of Malaysia federation
- MLB Philadelphia Phillies' Dave Philley gets a major league record 9th straight pinch hit, having ended the previous season with a streak of 8
Music History
Musical revue "A Party with Betty Comden and Adolph Green" return engagement opens at John Golden Theatre, NYC; runs for 44 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Anne Kursinski, American equestrian show jumper (Olympic silver 1996), born in Pasadena, California
- Carlos Moreno, French-Colombian urbanist (15-Minute City), born in Tunja, Colombia
- Scott McKinsey, American television director, born in California
Famous Deaths
- Charles Halton, British stage actor (Dr Cyclops, Tugboat Annie Sails Again), dies at 83
1959 Highlights
About April 16, 1959
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 65 years
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Come Softly To Me - The Fleetwoods
#1 Song: Side Saddle - Russ Conway
