Historical Events
- Jean Kerr's "Mary, Mary" premieres in NYC
Event of Interest
US nuclear submarine Patrick Henry arrives at Scottish naval base of Holy Loch from South Carolina in a record underseas journey of 66 days 22 hrs
Famous Birthdays
- Camryn Manheim, American actress (The Practice), born in Caldwell, New Jersey
- Larry Murphy, Scarborough, NHL defenseman (Toronto Maple Leafs)
Famous Deaths
- Thomas Beecham, English conductor (co-founded and led London Philharmonic, 1932-39; Royal Philharmonic, 1946-60), dies of heart failure at 81
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About March 8, 1961
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 1 month and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Pony Time - Chubby Checker
- #1 Song: Walk Right Back/Ebony Eyes - Everly Brothers