Historical Events
- A dike along the flooding Columbia River breaks, obliterating Vanport, Oregon within minutes. Fifteen people die and tens of thousands are left homeless.
Baseball Record
Schenectady Blue Jays Tommy Lasorda strikes out 25 in 15-inning game
Famous Birthdays
- Michael Piller, American screenwriter (d. 2005)
About May 30, 1948
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 10 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
