Historical Events
- 9th Preakness: T Costello aboard Saunterer wins in 2:40.5
Famous Birthdays
- Rudolf Pannwitz, German writer and philosopher (Urblik), born in Crossen/Oder, Province of Brandenburg, Prussia (now in Poland) (d. 1969)
1881 Highlights
About May 27, 1881
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 142 years, 10 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
