Historical Events
Conference of Interest
Industrialist Cyrus Eaton first offers to host a conference on dangers of nuclear weapons in Pugwash, Nova Scotia
- The last execution of a woman in Britain, Ruth Ellis, takes place at Holloway Prison, London
Famous Birthdays
- Chris White, British jazz-rock saxophonist (Dire Straits), born in Bristol, England
Famous Deaths
- Beulah Ecton Woodard, African-American sculptor, dies at 59
- Ruth Ellis, last English woman (murderess), executed by hanging
1955 Highlights
About July 13, 1955
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Dreamboat - Alma Cogan
#1 Song: Dreamboat - Alma Cogan
