Famous Birthdays
- Gerry Darby, British jazz-soul drummer (Carmel - "Bad Day"), born in England
- Marie Osmond, American pop singer ("Paper Roses"), and actress (Goin' Coconuts), born in Ogden, Utah
Famous Deaths
- Rudolf Mengelberg, Dutch composer and musicologist (Concert Amsterdam), dies at 67
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About October 13, 1959
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 6 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin
