Historical Events
- 40th Belmont: Lucien Lyne aboard Burgomaster wins in 2:20
Hersheypark Opens
Hersheypark, founded by Milton S. Hershey for the exclusive use of his employees, is opened
Famous Birthdays
- Bruno Gröning, German faith healer (d. 1959)
Famous Deaths
- William Hurlstone, English composer, dies of bronchial asthma at 30
Died in 1906 1906 Highlights
About May 30, 1906
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 117 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Gemini