Historical Events
- 43rd Belmont: Eddie Dugan riding Joe Madden wins in 2:21.6
Alfred Deakin Prime Minister
Alfred Deakin becomes Prime Minister of Australia for the third time
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- Robin Orr, Scottish organist, composer, and educator (St. John's College; Glasgow University), born in Brechin, Scotland (d. 2006)
About June 2, 1909
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 114 years, 10 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Gemini
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