What happened on Thursday December 31, 1959?

Here's what happened on December 31, 1959:

• Breakthrough in Plastic Manufacturing Technology Charles Maillefer patented the barrier screw, a significant innovation in injection molding technology. This invention dramatically improved the quality and precision of plastic product manufacturing by enhancing the mixing and heating processes during injection molding.
• Birth of Paul Westerberg, Alternative Rock Pioneer Paul Westerberg was born on December 31, 1959, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He would later become the lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist of the influential alternative rock band The Replacements, known for their raw, punk-influenced sound and significant impact on the indie rock scene of the 1980s.

Events in 1959

December 31, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 31, 1959

Newspapers from Dec. 31, 1959

December 31, 1959 was a Thursday and it was the 365th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 1959 can also be written as 12/31/1959 in the US and as 31/12/1959 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 1959 in December 1959 calendar

Famous people born on December 31, 1959:

• Val Kilmer

  Renowned American actor famous for iconic roles in 'The Doors', 'Top Gun', and 'Batman Forever'.

• Tracey Ullman

  British-American comedian, actress, and writer known for her sketch comedy and variety shows.

• Bebe Neuwirth in Princeton

  Accomplished American actress known for her roles in 'Cheers' as Lilith and Broadway performances.

• Al Giordano

  American freelance journalist who writes for various magazines, covering diverse topics and stories.

• Paul Westerberg

  Influential American musician, founding member of the post-punk band The Replacements.

Famous people born in 1959

Famous people born on December 31st

December 31, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1959 was Why by Frankie Avalon, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. Frankie Avalon - Why
2. Marty Robbins - El Paso
3. Miss Toni Fisher - The Big Hurt
4. Paul Anka - It's Time To Cry
5. Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans

December 31, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1959 was What Do You Want? by Adam Faith, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. Adam Faith - What Do You Want?
2. Emile Ford & The Checkmates - What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For?
3. Neil Sedaka - Oh Carol
4. Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Travellin' Light
5. Michael Holliday - Starry Eyed

December 31, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1959 was The Clouds by The Spacemen, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. The Spacemen - The Clouds
2. The Drifters - Dance With Me
3. Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Come Into My Heart
4. Marv Johnson - You Got What It Takes
5. Bill Black's Combo - Smokie - Part 2

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 31, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 31, 1959 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 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 December 31, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 14% full, rising at 08:34 am and setting at 08:22 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 15, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jan 13, 1960.

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Your place in the Universe on December 31, 1959

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Someone born on December 31, 1959 is:

65 years 4 months old,

or 784 months and 14 days old,

or 3410 weeks and 6 days old,

or 23876 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 1959?

There are 231 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 31, 1959.

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