· THAT DAY · MARCH 4, 1959 · NO. 67 ·
March 4, 1959
Wednesday · 67 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
The New York Times
All The News That's Fit to Print
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
48°F
Rainy
- High
- 48°F
- Low
- 34°F
- Humidity
- 70%
- Wind
- 27 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
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
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Bernd Leno
German footballer (born 1992)
Erik Lamela
Argentine footballer (born 1992)
Draymond Green
American basketball player (born 1990)
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1959
1959
A day worth remembering ✦
March 4, 1959
Wed · 48°F Rainy · New York
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