Historical Events
- 100th Belmont: Gus Gustines aboard Stage Door Johnny wins in 2:27.2
- Simon & Garfunkel's single "Mrs Robinson" from "The Graduate" hits #1 (first rock song to win Grammy for Record of the Year)
- St. Louis Cardinals side-arming left-hander Joe Hoerner ties NL record for most consecutive strikeouts by a relief pitcher, fanning the final 6 batters to earn a 6-5 victory over the New York Mets
Famous Birthdays
- Jason Donovan, Australian actor (Neighbours) and pop singer ("Too Many Broken Hearts"; "Waiting for a Star To Fall"), born in Malvern, Victoria, Australia
- Larry Centers, American NFL fullback (Pro Bowl 1995, 96, 2001; All-Pro 1996; Super Bowl 2003; Arizona Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, NE Patriots), born in Tyler, Texas
Famous Deaths
Helen Keller (1880-1968)
American political activist, author (The Story of My Life) and lecturer, who was the 1st deaf-blind person to earn a BA, dies at 87
- [Johan] Erik Lindegren, Swedish poet/interpreter, dies at 57
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights
About June 1, 1968
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 10 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mrs. Robinson - Simon & Garfunkel
#1 Song: Young Girl - Union Gap Featuring Gary Puckett
