What happened on Wednesday April 08, 1959?

Here's what happened on April 08, 1959:

• COBOL Programming Language Initial Meeting A pivotal meeting of computer manufacturers, users, and academic professionals led by renowned computer scientist Grace Hopper convened to discuss the creation of COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language), a groundbreaking programming language that would revolutionize business computing.
• Inter-American Development Bank Establishment The Inter-American Development Bank (IADB) was officially established, marking a significant milestone in economic cooperation and development among nations in the Americas, aimed at promoting social and economic progress in the region.
• Annular Solar Eclipse An annular solar eclipse occurred on Wednesday, April 8, 1959, at the Moon's descending node of orbit, with a notable magnitude of 0.9401, presenting a rare astronomical phenomenon.
• Franklyn Stephenson: Cricket All-Rounder Franklyn Stephenson, a distinguished cricket player renowned for his exceptional all-round capabilities, emerged as a notable sports figure in this period.
• Martin John Weston: Cricket Player Martin John Weston, a cricket player from Worcester, England, was recognized in the professional cricket landscape during this time.

Events in 1959

April 08, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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Newspapers from Apr. 08, 1959

April 08, 1959 was a Wednesday and it was the 98th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 08, 1959 can also be written as 4/8/1959 in the US and as 8/4/1959 in UK and Europe.

April 08, 1959 in April 1959 calendar

Famous people born on April 08, 1959:

• Alain Bondue

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Famous people born in 1959

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April 08, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 08, 1959 was Venus by Frankie Avalon, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

1. Frankie Avalon - Venus
2. The Fleetwoods - Come Softly To Me
3. Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
4. Dodie Stevens - Pink Shoe Laces
5. Thomas Wayne - Tragedy

April 08, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 08, 1959 was Side Saddle by Russ Conway, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

1. Russ Conway - Side Saddle
2. Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
3. The Platters - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
4. Chris Barber's Jazz Band - Petite Fleur
5. Shirley Bassey - As I Love You

April 08, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 08, 1959 was It's Just A Matter Of Time by Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

1. Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
2. The Coasters - Charlie Brown
3. Sam Cooke - Everybody Likes To Cha Cha Cha
4. Lloyd Price - Where Were You (On Our Wedding Day)?
5. LaVern Baker - I Cried A Tear

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 8th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 08, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 08, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 08, 1959 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 08, 1959 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on April 08, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:45 am and setting at 08:03 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 24, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1959.

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Your place in the Universe on April 08, 1959

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Someone born on April 08, 1959 is:

66 years 1 month old,

or 793 months and 6 days old,

or 3449 weeks

or 24143 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 08, 1959?

There are 329 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 8th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 08, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 08, 1959.

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