Historical Events
British Golf Open
British Open Men's Golf, Carnoustie: American based Scotsman Tommy Armour outlasts José Jurado of Argentina by 1 stroke to win his only Open title and his 3rd and final major championship
- Jules Renkin becomes premier of Belgium
Famous Birthdays
- Jacques Demy, French director (Lola, Magic Donkey), born in Pontchâteau, France (d. 1990)
- Jerzy Prokopiuk, Polish philosopher and anthroposopist, born in Warsaw (d. 2021)
- John Dellow, British law enforcement officer (Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner, 1982-87; Deputy Commissioner, 1987-91), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- John Lawson Stoddard, American lecturer, photographer, and author, considered the father of travelogue, dies at 81
Died in 1931 1931 Highlights
About June 5, 1931
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 92 years, 10 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
