Historical Events
- KTHI TV channel 11 in Fargo-Grand Forks, ND (NBC) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Bob Inglis, American politician (Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina), born in Savannah, Georgia
- Michiel Schapers, Dutch tennis star, born in Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Bert Bell, American Pro Football HOF executive (NFL Commissioner 1946-59; owner Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers), dies from a heart attack at 64
1959 Highlights
About October 11, 1959
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 5 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin