Historical Events
- "Bonanza" by Al Caiola Orchestra hits #19
- 36 Unification church couples wed in Korea
Catholic Encyclical
Pope John XXIII publishes encyclical Mater et Magistra
1961 History
Famous Birthdays
- Katrin Cartlidge, British actress (d. 2002)
- Melle Mel [Melvin Glover], American rapper (Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five), born in The Bronx, New York
- Nichaud Fitzgibbon, Australian jazz singer, born in Wycheproof, Australia
About May 15, 1961
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 10 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mother-In-Law - Ernie K-Doe
#1 Song: On The Rebound - Floyd Cramer
