Historical Events
- Egypt recognizes People's Republic of China
- England cricket spin bowler Jim Laker takes 10-88 for Surrey v Australia in tour match at The Oval, London
- Great Britain performs nuclear Test at Monte Bello Is Australia
- Kraft Theater presents an act from "Profiles in Courage"
Famous Deaths
- H. B. Reese, American inventor of Reese's, dies at 76
About May 16, 1956
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 67 years and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: No Other Love - Ronnie Hilton
