Historical Events
- Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco opens to pedestrians
Hubbell's Record Win
New York Giants pitcher Carl Hubbell wins his MLB record 24th consecutive game in a 3-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds at Crosley Field; streak starts July 17, 1936
Famous Birthdays
- Allan Carr, American producer and director (Grease, Happiest Millionaire), born in Chicago, Illinois (d. 1999)
- Andrei Bitov, Russian writer (Pushkin House), born in Leningrad, Russia (d. 2018)
Famous Deaths
- Frank Grant, American Baseball HOF 2nd baseman (International League; pioneer early Negro leagues; considered greatest African-American player of 19th century), dies at 71
Died in 1937 1937 Highlights
About May 27, 1937
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
