Historical Events
Event of Interest
Allen Ginsberg writes his poem "Lysergic Acid", San Francisco

Allen Ginsberg
Famous Birthdays
- Charlie Huddy, Oshawa, NHL defenseman (Buffalo Sabres)
- Lydia Lunch, American singer/poetess (Teenage Jesus, Jerks)
Famous Deaths
- Max RousiƩ, French rugby footballer, dies in a car crash at 46
1959 Highlights
About June 2, 1959
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini