Famous Birthdays
- Leonard Hoffmann, South African-British high court judge, born in Cape Town, South Africa
- Maurice Norman, English soccer centre half (23 caps; Norwich City, Tottenham Hotspur), born in Mulbarton, England (d. 2022)
- Roger Kendrick, British governor (Dartmoor Prison) (d. 2009)
About May 8, 1934
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 89 years, 11 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus
