What happened on Friday September 18, 1959?

Here's what happened on September 18, 1959:

• Memphis State University Desegregates Memphis State University (now the University of Memphis) admitted its first eight African American students, known as the 'Memphis State 8'. While they began classes without incident, they faced significant campus segregation and restrictions, marking an important moment in the Civil Rights Movement.
• Khrushchev Addresses UN on Disarmament Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev delivered a landmark speech at the United Nations, proposing an ambitious four-year global disarmament plan during the height of Cold War tensions, signaling potential diplomatic efforts towards reducing international military escalation.
• First Jetway Introduced at Atlanta Airport The revolutionary 'jetway' was first implemented at Atlanta airport, providing a direct, enclosed walkway connecting airport terminals to aircraft, significantly improving passenger boarding convenience and airport infrastructure.
• Vanguard 3 Satellite Launch NASA launched the Vanguard 3 satellite into Earth's orbit to conduct scientific measurements and gather critical data about atmospheric phenomena, contributing to early space research efforts during the Cold War space race.
• Harvey Glatman Executed Serial killer Harvey Murray Glatman was executed in a California gas chamber after being convicted of murdering three young women in Los Angeles. Glatman, who infamously lured victims through classified advertisements by posing as a photographer, was put to death for his heinous crimes.
• Barbara Blakeley Marries Zeppo Marx Barbara Joanna Blakeley entered into matrimony with Zeppo Marx, a member of the famous Marx Brothers comedy troupe, marking a notable personal event in Hollywood social circles.

Events in 1959

September 18, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 18, 1959

Newspapers from Sep. 18, 1959

September 18, 1959 was a Friday and it was the 261st day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 18, 1959 can also be written as 9/18/1959 in the US and as 18/9/1959 in UK and Europe.

September 18, 1959 in September 1959 calendar

Famous people born on September 18, 1959:

• Ryne Sandberg

  Hall of Fame baseball player who spent most of his career with the Chicago Cubs, widely considered one of the best second basemen in MLB...

• Mark Romanek

  Acclaimed American film director and music video director known for innovative visual storytelling and critically acclaimed works.

• Gilles Veissière

  Prominent French soccer referee who officiated at the 2002 FIFA World Cup and multiple UEFA Champions League matches, recognized for his...

Famous people born in 1959

Famous people born on September 18th

Famous people died on September 18, 1959:

• Benjamin Péret

  French poet and parisian dadaist, he was also a founding member and central figure of the french surrealist movement.

• Adolf Ziegler

Famous people who died in 1959

Famous people who died on September 18th

September 18, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 18, 1959 was The Three Bells by The Browns, according to the music chart for the week September 14th and September 20th.

1. The Browns - The Three Bells
2. Santo and Johnny - Sleep Walk
3. Lloyd Price - I'm Gonna Get Married
4. Phil Phillips - Sea Of Love
5. The Everly Brothers - ('Til) I Kissed You

September 18, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 18, 1959 was Only Sixteen by Craig Douglas, according to the music chart for the week September 14th and September 20th.

1. Craig Douglas - Only Sixteen
2. Cliff Richard & The Drifters - Living Doll
3. Jerry Keller - Here Comes Summer
4. Paul Anka - Lonely Boy
5. Russ Conway - China Tea

September 18, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 18, 1959 was I'm Gonna Get Married by Lloyd Price, according to the music chart for the week September 14th and September 20th.

1. Lloyd Price - I'm Gonna Get Married
2. Fats Domino - I Want To Walk You Home
3. Brook Benton - Thank You Pretty Baby
4. Ray Charles and his Orchestra - What'd I Say (Part I & II)
5. Santo & Johnny - Sleep Walk

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 18th is Virgo.

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Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 18, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 18, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 18, 1959 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 18, 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 September 18, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 07:55 pm and setting at 09:07 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 17, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Oct 16, 1959.

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Someone born on September 18, 1959 is:

65 years 7 months old,

or 787 months and 26 days old,

or 3425 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23980 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 18, 1959?

There are 127 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday September 18th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 18, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 18, 1959.

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