Historical Events
- Martin Canine, cartoon character, spoofs Martin Kane
Sports History
MLB Cleveland Indians start 12-17, owner Bill Veeck arranges a "Second Opening Day"
Famous Weddings
Rita Hayworth
American "Gilda" actress Rita Hayworth (31) weds Pakistani race horse owner Prince Aly Khan (37); separate in 1951, divorce finalized in 1953
Famous Deaths
- Ropert L Ripley, cartoonist (Believe It or Not), dies at 55 in NY
Died in 1949 1949 Highlights
About May 27, 1949
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
