Historical Events
Pacifica 231
Arthur Honegger's orchestral tribute to steam locomotives "Pacifica 231" premieres
- Memel territories given to Lithuania
- Workers at Werkspoor in Amsterdam strike against 3rd wage cut
Famous Birthdays
- Tristan Jones, British sailor and author, born off Tristan da Cunha (d. 1995)
Famous Deaths
- Lev Lunts, Russian writer (Outside the Law, City of Truth), dies at 23
Died in 1924 1924 Highlights
About May 8, 1924
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
