Historical Events
- Abbas Ali Baig scores 112 for India v England on debut
- Baseball's new Continental League is formally announced by attorney William Shea; teams in Denver, Colorado; Houston, Texas; Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota; New York City; and Toronto, Ontario are confirmed, with three more to be named later
- William Shea announces plans to have a baseball team in NYC in 1961
Famous Birthdays
- David East, English cricketer, born in London
About July 27, 1959
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Lonely Boy - Paul Anka
- #1 Song: Living Doll - Cliff Richard & The Shadows