· THAT DAY · MARCH 24, 1960 · NO. 66 ·
March 24, 1960
Thursday · 66 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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The New York Times — MARCH 24, 1960
An EF4 tornado strikes the towns of Rolling Fork and Silver City, Mississippi, causing mass destruction.2023
Weather in New York
44°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 44°F
- Low
- 17°F
- Humidity
- 71%
- Wind
- 19 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
The Theme From "A Summer Place"
Percy Faith And His Orchestra
The Theme From "A Summer Place"
Percy Faith And His Orchestra
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Movies
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Psycho
Academy Award (1960)
Secondhand Lions
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The Magnificent Seven
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Spartacus
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Le Trou
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Thu · 44°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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