· THAT DAY · OCTOBER 19, 1962 · NO. 63 ·
October 19, 1962
Friday · 63 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
64°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 64°F
- Low
- 45°F
- Humidity
- 73%
- Wind
- 9 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Harakiri
Academy Award (1962)
Quest for Camelot
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Dr. No
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Lawrence of Arabia
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Lolita
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Rebecca Ferguson
Swedish actress (born 1983)
Miroslav Stoch
Slovak professional footballer
Danka Barteková
Slovak sport shooter (born 1984)
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A day worth remembering ✦
October 19, 1962
Fri · 64°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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