Historical Events
- Iceland gunboats shoot at British fishing vessels
Famous Birthdays
- Charles Hendry, British Conservative Party politician, born in Cuckfield, England
- Eric D. Fingerhut, American businessman and politician (Rep-D-Ohio 1993-95), born in Cleveland, Ohio
- Kate Collins, actress (Natalie Hunter-All My Children), born in Boston, Massachusetts
1959 Highlights
About May 6, 1959
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Happy Organ - Dave "Baby" Cortez
#1 Song: It Doesn't Matter Anymore - Buddy Holly
