Historical Events
- "Little Egypt (Ying-Yang)" by The Coasters peaks at #23
Sports History
Charlie Finley, changes A's manager Joe Gordon (26-33) for Hank Bauer
- Kuwait declares independence from the United Kingdom
Baseball Record
NY Yankee Roger Maris hits his 25th of 61 HRs
- US Supreme Court struck down a provision in Maryland's constitution requiring state office holders to believe in God
About June 19, 1961
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 10 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Quarter To Three - U.S. Bonds
#1 Song: Surrender - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
