Historical Events
- Philadelphia A's pitcher Albert Bender is deployed to left field in 6th inning and responds with 2 HRs in A's 11-4 win over Boston Americans at Huntington Avenue Grounds, Boston
Famous Birthdays
- David Van Vactor, American classical composer (Chaconne), born in Plymouth, Indiana (d. 1994)
Roberto Rossellini (1906-1977)
Italian film director (General della Rovere, Open City), born in Rome, Italy
About May 8, 1906
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 117 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Taurus
