Historical Events
- Giants Jim Hearn allows 2 runs against Pirates, game is suspended, Hearn is released & charged with loss 2 months after his retirement
- Soviet forces arrive in Afghanistan
Famous Birthdays
- Cindy Hyde-Smith, American politician (Senator-R-Mississippi 2018-), born in Brookhaven, Mississippi
- Dan Schayes, NBA center/forward (Miami Heat, Orlando Magic)
Famous Weddings
Julie Andrews
British stage actress and singer Julie Andrews (23) weds British theatrical set designer Tony Walton (24) in Weybridge, Surrey, England; divorce in 1968
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About May 10, 1959
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Kansas City - Wilbert Harrison
#1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley
