Historical Events
- 92°F highest temperature ever recorded in Cleveland in May
- An F4 tornado strikes Irving, Kansas, killing 18 and injuring 60.
- Gilmore Garden (NYC) renamed Madison Square Garden
Famous Birthdays
- Colin Blythe, English cricketer (outstanding slow lefty pre-WWI), born in Deptford (d. 1917)
1879 Highlights
About May 30, 1879
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 144 years, 10 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
