What Happened on June 3, 1918

Historical Events

  • Boston Red Sox pitcher Dutch Leonard throws his 2nd no-hitter; beats Detroit Tigers, 5-0 at Navin Field
  • US Supreme Court in Hammer v. Dagenhart rules child labor laws unconstitutional

Famous Birthdays

  • Carl Pruitt, American jazz and blues session double-bassist, born in Birmingham, Alabama (d. 1977)
  • Lili St. Cyr [Marie Van Schaack], American striptease performer, born in Minneapolis, Minnesota (d. 1999)
  • Patrick Cargill, British actor (Help!, No Wreath for the General, Hammerhead), born in London, England (d. 1996)

About June 3, 1918

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 105 years, 10 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Gemini