· THAT DAY · MAY 16, 1965 · NO. 61 ·
May 16, 1965
Sunday · 61 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
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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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- 2005: Kuwait permits women's suffrage in a 35–23 National Assembly vote.
The New York Times — MAY 16, 1965
A devastating EF4 tornado kills nineteen people in Southeast Kentucky, hitting the towns of Somerset and London.2025
Weather in New York
81°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 81°F
- Low
- 54°F
- Humidity
- 65%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter
Herman's Hermits
Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter
Herman's Hermits
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Movies
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The Sound of Music
Academy Award (1965)
The Missing Juror
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For a Few Dollars More
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Thunderball
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Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors
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Sun · 81°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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