What happened on Saturday May 30, 1959?

Here's what happened on May 30, 1959:

• World's First Hovercraft Tested in England The SR-N1, the world's first practical hovercraft, was successfully tested at Cowes, England, marking a significant milestone in transportation technology. This innovative vehicle, developed by Sir Christopher Cockerell, demonstrated the potential of a craft that could travel over both water and land using a cushion of air.
• Auckland Harbour Bridge Opening The Auckland Harbour Bridge is officially inaugurated by Governor-General Charles Lyttelton, 10th Viscount Cobham. This critical infrastructure project connects Auckland's North Shore with the city's central areas, significantly improving transportation and urban connectivity in New Zealand.
• Paraguayan Political Upheaval President Alfredo Stroessner disbands Paraguay's parliament, further consolidating his authoritarian control over the country. This action represents another step in Stroessner's long-standing regime, which would continue to suppress democratic institutions for decades.
• Iraq Ends Military Cooperation with US Iraq terminates its military assistance pact with the United States, signaling a shift in its geopolitical alignment and reflecting the complex Cold War dynamics in the Middle East during this period.
• Broadway Production Closes The theatrical production 'First Impressions' concludes its run at the Alvin Theater in New York City after 84 performances. The play, likely based on Jane Austen's work, did not achieve long-term commercial success.

Events in 1959

May 30, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 30, 1959

Newspapers from May. 30, 1959

May 30, 1959 was a Saturday and it was the 150th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 30, 1959 can also be written as 5/30/1959 in the US and as 30/5/1959 in UK and Europe.

May 30, 1959 in May 1959 calendar

Famous people born on May 30, 1959:

• Rupert Everett

  Prominent English actor known for his roles in films, television, and theater with international recognition.

• Blaz Slisković
• Alessandra Appiano

Famous people born in 1959

Famous people born on May 30th

Famous people died on May 30, 1959:

• Hesperia

Famous people who died in 1959

Famous people who died on May 30th

May 30, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 30, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
2. Johnny Horton - The Battle Of New Orleans
3. Bobby Darin - Dream Lover
4. The Impalas - Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)
5. Edward Byrnes - Kookie, Kookie (Lend Me Your Comb)

May 30, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 30, 1959 was A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. Elvis Presley - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
2. Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
3. Russ Conway - Side Saddle
4. Marty Wilde - Donna
5. Ricky Nelson - It's Late

May 30, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 30, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
2. Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Personality
3. Brook Benton - Endlessly
4. The Fiestas - So Fine
5. Jackie Wilson - That's Why (I Love You So)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 30th is Gemini.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 30, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 30, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 30, 1959 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 30, 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 May 30, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 01:51 am and setting at 02:59 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 22, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jun 20, 1959.

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Someone born on May 30, 1959 is:

66 years and 7 days old,

or 792 months and 7 days old,

or 3444 weeks and 6 days old,

or 24114 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 30, 1959?

There are 358 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 30th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 30, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 30, 1959.

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