Historical Events
Event of Interest
Allen Ginsberg writes his poem "Lysergic Acid", San Francisco
Famous Birthdays
- Charlie Huddy, Oshawa, NHL defenseman (Buffalo Sabres)
- Lydia Lunch [Koch], American punk rock guitarist, singer (Teenage Jesus and the Jerks), actress, and poet, born in Rochester, New York
Famous Deaths
- Max Rousié, French rugby footballer, dies in a car crash at 46
1959 Highlights
About June 2, 1959
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 3 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Battle Of New Orleans - Johnny Horton
#1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley
