Historical Events
- Recording Industry Association of American created
- RIAA certifies 1st gold record - Perry Como's single "Catch A Falling Star"
- South Africa's government prohibits the African National Congress
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
- USSR performs atmospheric nuclear test
Famous Birthdays
- Albert II, Prince of Monaco (bobsledder at 1988 Olympics), born in Monaco
Danny Meyer (65 years old)
American restaurateur (Shake Shack, Union Square Cafe), born in St. Louis, Missouri
- Zbigniew Karkowski, Polish composer and experimental musician (Sensorband), born in Krakow, Poland (d. 2013)
Famous Deaths
- Eugeen Van de Velde, Flemish musicologist and composer (In Tempore Belli), dies at 64
About March 14, 1958
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 65 years and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Magic Moments - Perry Como