What happened on Tuesday May 31, 1949?

Here's what happened on May 31, 1949:

• Alger Hiss Perjury Trial Begins The first trial of Alger Hiss for perjury commences in New York City, with Whittaker Chambers serving as the principal witness for the prosecution. This high-profile case would become a significant moment in Cold War-era American political history, involving allegations of communist espionage.
• Argentina-Britain Commercial Treaty Argentina and Britain sign a comprehensive five-year commercial treaty, establishing a robust trade agreement with a commitment to bilateral trade of at least £80 million annually in each direction, signaling post-World War II economic recovery and diplomatic relations.
• 31st PGA Championship Sam Snead wins the 31st PGA Championship at Hermitage Country Club in Richmond, Virginia, USA, further solidifying his reputation as one of golf's most accomplished players.
• Unique Baseball Fan Protest Charley Lupica begins an extraordinary protest by staying on a 4-foot-square platform atop a 60-foot pole, vowing to remain until the Cleveland Indians clinch the pennant. His dedicated but ultimately futile vigil lasts 117 days, demonstrating passionate fan commitment.

Events in 1949

May 31, 1949: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 31, 1949

Newspapers from May. 31, 1949

May 31, 1949 was a Tuesday and it was the 151st day of the year 1949 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 31, 1949 can also be written as 5/31/1949 in the US and as 31/5/1949 in UK and Europe.

May 31, 1949 in May 1949 calendar

Famous people born on May 31, 1949:

• Tom Berenger

  Renowned American actor known for his roles in films like 'Platoon' and 'Major League', with a significant career in Hollywood spanning...

• Rosamond McKitterick

Famous people born in 1949

Famous people born on May 31st

Famous people died on May 31, 1949:

• Fernando de los Ríos
• Maria Scarpetta

Famous people who died in 1949

Famous people who died on May 31st

May 31, 1949: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 31, 1949 was Again by Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

1. Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra - Again
2. Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra - The Hucklebuck

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 31st 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 31, 1949: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 31, 1949 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 31, 1949 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 31, 1949 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 31, 1949 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 08:23 am and setting at 12:13 am.

The previous full moon was on May 12, 1949 while the next full moon would come on Jun 10, 1949.

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Your place in the Universe on May 31, 1949

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Someone born on May 31, 1949 is:

75 years 11 months old,

or 911 months and 23 days old,

or 3964 weeks and 3 days old,

or 27751 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 31, 1949?

There are 8 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 31, 1949?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 31, 1949.

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