OCTOBER 24, 1959

SATURDAY
$1,000 INVESTED IN COKE STOCK (KO) IN 1959
WOULD HAVE MADE YOU $2,583,736 IN THE 2025 DATASET
Min_Wage_Hourly: $0.98
Median_Home_Price: $11,450.00
Gas_Price_Avg: $0.31
Bread_Price_Avg: $0.21
Movie_Ticket_Avg: $0.67
First_Class_Stamp: $0.04
Milk_Price_Avg: $0.97
Top Movies From 1959
1 Ben-Hur
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Ben-Hur
2 Sleeping Beauty
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Sleeping Beauty
3 Some Like It Hot
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Some Like It Hot
4 Pillow Talk
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Pillow Talk
5 Imitation of Life
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Imitation of Life
6 Suddenly, Last Summer
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Suddenly, Last Summer
7 Operation Petticoat
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Operation Petticoat
8 North by Northwest
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North by Northwest
9 Rio Bravo
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Rio Bravo
10 Anatomy of a Murder
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Anatomy of a Murder
The Diary of Anne Frank
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The Diary of Anne Frank
The Mouse That Roared
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The Mouse That Roared
Al Capone
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Al Capone
The Hanging Tree
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The Hanging Tree
Compulsion
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Compulsion
The Nun's Story
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The Nun's Story
Darby O'Gill and the Little People
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Darby O'Gill and the Little People
Tarzan's Greatest Adventure
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Tarzan's Greatest Adventure
The Horse Soldiers
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The Horse Soldiers
The Best of Everything
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The Best of Everything
The Tingler
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The Tingler
The Man Who Could Cheat Death
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The Man Who Could Cheat Death
The Big Fisherman
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The Big Fisherman
Odds Against Tomorrow
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Odds Against Tomorrow
The Blue Angel
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The Blue Angel
The Crimson Kimono
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The Crimson Kimono
The 4D Man
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The 4D Man
The Angry Hills
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The Angry Hills
The Last Angry Man
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The Last Angry Man
The Buccaneer
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The Buccaneer
The Killer Shrews
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The Killer Shrews
The Giant Behemoth
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The Giant Behemoth
Separate Tables
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Separate Tables
Bell, Book and Candle
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Bell, Book and Candle
Some Came Running
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Some Came Running
The Last Hurrah
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The Last Hurrah
The 7th Voyage of Sinbad
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The 7th Voyage of Sinbad
Auntie Mame
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Auntie Mame
The Geisha Boy
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The Geisha Boy
The Naked Maja
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The Naked Maja
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Television On October 24, 1959
Perry Mason poster
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Perry Mason
Bonanza poster
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Bonanza
The Twilight Zone poster
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The Twilight Zone
The Rifleman poster
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The Rifleman
Lassie poster
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Lassie
Tony Awards poster
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Tony Awards
Wagon Train poster
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Wagon Train
21 Beacon Street poster
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21 Beacon Street
The Story of October 24, 1959

On October 24, 1959, a significant legal case arose as a 15-year-old boy faced potential charges of second-degree manslaughter following a tragic incident that altered his life and the lives of those around him.

Inventions & Breakthroughs of October 1959

Gadgets, lab surprises, odd bets, and future-shocks from this slice of the calendar.

1 Integrated Circuit Production
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Integrated Circuit Production
2 Weather Satellite Launch
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Weather Satellite Launch
3 Computer Mouse Concept
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Computer Mouse Concept
4 Artificial Intelligence Language (LISP)
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Artificial Intelligence Language (LISP)
5 Commercial Laser Prototype
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Commercial Laser Prototype
6 Jet Turbofan Engine
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Jet Turbofan Engine
7 Automatic Dishwasher
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Automatic Dishwasher
8 Medical CAT Scan Concept
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Medical CAT Scan Concept
9 Digital Watch Prototype
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Digital Watch Prototype
10 Satellite Communication Relay
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Satellite Communication Relay

The Sounds of

Popular recordings and roots/country selections associated with the year

HEADLINES ON October 24, 1959

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  • Headline: The Legacy of Howard Roussel in Townsend. Impact: Little did anyone know, this minor headline about Howard would lead to an alternate timeline where he becomes a renowned philosopher, causing an existential crisis that prompts humanity to abandon all technology for a simpler life of pondering the meaning of existence. Thanks, Howard!. Fact: Did you know that Howard's name was originally spelled 'Howard' until a clerical error accidentally turned it into a cryptic code?.
  • Headline: Teen Faces Manslaughter After Murder Charge Dismissed. Impact: This boy's manslaughter charge will spark a nationwide debate about teenage accountability, leading to a bizarre future where 15-year-olds are tried in court wearing 'I Heart Justice' t-shirts. Because nothing says remorse like a trendy slogan.. Fact: Did you know that the average 15-year-old spends more time on TikTok than contemplating the consequences of their actions? A true sign of the times!.
  • Headline: Moscow Calls for Urgent Summit Talks. Impact: Moscow's insistence on summits will inadvertently lead to a series of diplomatic meetings that involve both world leaders and a surprise guest appearance by a famous pop star, who ends up brokering peace with a catchy jingle.. Fact: Did you know that the USSR's love for summits is second only to their love for vodka? And they say diplomacy is a serious business!.
  • Headline: Books of The Times. Impact: The review of F F Beirne's book will unintentionally inspire a wave of treason-themed novels, making treason the hottest genre of the decade. Who knew betrayal could be so entertaining?. Fact: Did you know that the initial title of Beirne's book was 'How to Betray and Get Away with It'? Apparently, that got a little too real!.
  • Headline: New Upstate Road Ready. Impact: The new Albany-Latham road will eventually lead to the development of a secret underground racing circuit where people risk it all for glory and a lifetime supply of coffee. Because who doesn't want to drink caffeine while speeding?. Fact: Did you know that the only thing faster than a car on this new road is the rate at which people complain about traffic?.
  • Headline: INVESTING FUNDS DRAW ENCOMIUM; Rep. Keogh Says They Are Small Man's Medium for Equity Purchases. Impact: Rep. Keogh's enthusiastic endorsement of mutual funds will kickstart a financial revolution, leading to a future where everyone is a day trader and your grandma is the top investor in tech stocks. Sorry, Wall Street!. Fact: Did you know that mutual funds were originally called 'let's pool our money and see what happens'? Good thing they rebranded!.
  • Headline: SIR -TALBOT EWART. Impact: The election of R M Barton will eventually lead to a series of local chapters forming across the country, culminating in a nationwide contest to see who can wear the most ridiculous hats while discussing patriotic themes. Who knew history could be so fashionable?. Fact: Did you know that the S.A.R. is actually a secret society of hat enthusiasts? Just kidding, but wouldn’t that be something?.
  • Headline: S.A.R. Chapter Elects Head. Impact: The collaboration of conductors will accidentally inspire a new genre of music combining classical and rap, leading to the creation of the world's first 'classical rap battle' that shakes the foundations of the music industry. Beethoven would be proud!. Fact: Did you know that conducting is just fancy hand-waving? Turns out, all you need is enthusiasm and a good sense of rhythm!.
  • Headline: Two Conductors Lead Work by Ives. Impact: Royal Native winning the Spinster Stakes will spark a bizarre trend in horse racing where competitors start naming their horses after internet memes. Expect to see 'Doge' and 'Pepe' on racetracks near you!. Fact: Did you know that horse racing isn't just about fast horses; it's also about which owner can come up with the most ridiculous names? Get ready for 'Thunderous Laughter'!.
  • Headline: KEENELAND STAKE TO ROYAL NATIVE; Grissom's Filly Triumphs Over Aesthetic by Length in $81,625 Spinster.

Wall Street Time Machine

The Right Call: If you'd invested $1,000 in any one of these companies in 1959, here's what the stored 2025 dataset estimates.
Rank #1
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
Price in 1959
$0.06
2025 dataset value
$3,433,940

Johnson & Johnson - If you invested $1,000 in 1959, it would be worth $3,433,940 today (3433.9x return)

Rank #2
PG
Procter & Gamble
Price in 1959
$0.25
2025 dataset value
$586,657

Procter & Gamble - If you invested $1,000 in 1959, it would be worth $586,657 today (586.7x return)

Rank #3
MO
Philip Morris
Price in 1959
$0.00
2025 dataset value
$23,651,341

Philip Morris - If you invested $1,000 in 1959, it would be worth $23,651,341 today (23651.3x return)

🦸 Top 5 Comics
The Flash #105
The Flash #105
$2,000
Showcase #22
Showcase #22
$50
Adventure Comics #260
Adventure Comics #260
$500
Journey into Mystery #53
Journey into Mystery #53
$8,000
Tales to Astonish #1
Tales to Astonish #1
$475
🧸 Top 5 Toys
Barbie Doll
Barbie Doll
$150.00
Chatty Cathy Doll
Chatty Cathy Doll
$425.00
View-Master
View-Master
$40.00
Colorforms
Colorforms
$250.00
Etch A Sketch
Etch A Sketch
$75.00
⚾ Top 5 Trading Cards
1959 Topps Mickey Mantle #10
1959 Topps Mickey Mantle #10
$500,000
1959 Barbie Number 1 Card
1959 Barbie Number 1 Card
$83,000
1959 Fleer Ted Williams #5 Ted’s Idol β€˜Babe Ruth’
1959 Fleer Ted Williams #5 Ted’s Idol β€˜Babe Ruth’
$350
1959 Swedish Rekord Journal Wayne Gretzky
1959 Swedish Rekord Journal Wayne Gretzky
$75,000
1959 Bazooka Baseball Card #4 Willie Mays
1959 Bazooka Baseball Card #4 Willie Mays
$250,000