· THAT DAY · MAY 9, 1959 · NO. 67 ·
May 9, 1959
Saturday · 67 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
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The alliance announced new restrictions on aid to refugees streaming across the borders. Officials cautioned that humanitarian assistance.
Microsoft trial enters second week as prosecutors detail evidence of monopolistic practices.
Local officials report broad consensus on appropriations measure; committee meets later this week to reconcile differences.
Technology shares led the broader market higher as investors poured cash into Internet stocks. Analysts predict continued growth.
Wall Street closes at record highs for seventh consecutive trading session.
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Weather in New York
64°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 64°F
- Low
- 45°F
- Humidity
- 51%
- Wind
- 17 km/h
Music
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Come Softly To Me
The Fleetwoods
Come Softly To Me
The Fleetwoods
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Movies
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Sleeping Beauty
Academy Award (1959)
Antonia's Line
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Ben-Hur
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Some Like It Hot
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North by Northwest
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Sat · 64°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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