Famous Birthdays
- Edd Roush, American Baseball HOF outfielder (World Series 1919; NL batting champion 1917, 19; Cincinnati Reds), born in Oakland City, Indiana (d. 1988)
- Francis Ouimet, American golfer (US Open 1913, US Amateur 1914, 31), born in Brookline, Massachusetts (d. 1967)
- Teddy Wakelam, English sports broadcaster (BBC) and rugby union player (captain Harlequin RFC), born in Herefordshire, England (d. 1963)
About May 8, 1893
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 130 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus
