Famous Birthdays
- Ahron Soloveichik, Orthodox Jewish rabbi, born in Khislavichi, Russia (d. 2001)
- Danielle Darrieux, French actress (Alexander the Great, Mayerling), born in Bordeaux, France (d. 2017)
- Giovanni "John" Beradino, American MLB infielder (St. Louis Browns, Cleveland Indians) and actor (General Hospital), born in Los Angeles, California (d. 1996)
Famous Weddings
Jimmie Rodgers
Country singer Jimmie Rodgers (19) weds Stella Kelley
Famous Deaths
- Jose E Rodo, Uruguayan writer (Motivos de proteo), dies
Died in 1917 1917 Highlights
About May 1, 1917
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 11 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus
