What Happened on May 2, 1903

Historical Events

  • 29th Kentucky Derby: Hal Booker riding Judge Himes wins in 2:09

Famous Birthdays

Benjamin Spock (1903-1998)

American pediatrician and writer (Common Sense Book of Baby Care), born in New Haven, Connecticut

  • Øivin Fjeldstad, Norwegian conductor and composer, born in Oslo, Norway (d. 1983)

About May 2, 1903

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 120 years, 11 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Taurus