Historical Events
- Westchester conference of American Library Association proclaims "Freedom to Read"
- WTVO TV channel 17 in Rockford, IL (NBC) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Bruce Hall, American rock bassist (Reo Speedwagon), born in Champaign, Illinois
- Gary Young, American rock drummer (Pavement), born in Mamaroneck, New York (d. 2023)
About May 3, 1953
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 11 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Believe - Frankie Laine