Historical Events
- Chile becomes a member of the Berne Convention copyright treaty
- KPAX TV channel 8 in Missoula, Montana (CBS) begins broadcasting
- The Falls Road curfew in North Ireland, imposed by the British Army while searching for IRA weapons, is lifted after a march by women breaches the British Army cordon
Famous Birthdays
- Claus Norreen, Danish songwriter and record producer (Aqua - "Barbie Girl"), born in Charlottenlund, Denmark
- Izabella Scorupco, Polish Swedish actress (Golden Eye), born in Bialystok, Poland
- Martin Gelinas, Canadian NHL left wing (Vancouver Canucks), born in Shawinigan, Quebec
Famous Deaths
- "Jopie" Pengel [Johan A], Premier of Suriname (1963-69), dies at 54
- Jay Irving, American cartoonist (Draw Me a Laugh), dies at 69
About June 5, 1970
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Everything Is Beautiful - Ray Stevens
#1 Song: Yellow River - Christie
