· THAT DAY · MAY 11, 1959 · NO. 67 ·
May 11, 1959
Monday · 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
82°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 82°F
- Low
- 57°F
- Humidity
- 72%
- Wind
- 16 km/h
Music
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The Happy Organ
Dave "Baby" Cortez
The Happy Organ
Dave "Baby" Cortez
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Movies
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Ben-Hur
Academy Award (1959)
Antonia's Line
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Sleeping Beauty
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Some Like It Hot
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House on Haunted Hill
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May 11, 1959
Mon · 82°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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