Historical Events
- 1st practical sea water conversion plant-Freeport, Texas
Alan Shepard Honored by NASA
Alan Shepard receives NASA Distinguished Service Medal, Washington
Famous Birthdays
- Akira Taue, Japanese professional wrestler
- Bill de Blasio, American politician and NYC Mayor (2014-21), born in Manhattan, New York
- David Winning, Canadian film director
1961 Highlights
About May 8, 1961
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 10 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Runaway - Del Shannon
- #1 Song: Blue Moon - Marcels