Historical Events
- German Federal Republic (West Germany) joins NATO
Famous Birthdays
- Anne-Sofie von Otter, Swedish opera, lieder, and rock mezzo-soprano (For The Stars, with Elvis Costello), born in Stockholm, Sweden
- Kevin Peter Hall, American actor (Misfits of Science), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Meles Zenawi, Ethiopian politician (President, 1991-95; Prime Minister, 1995-2012), born in Adwa, Ethiopian Empire (d. 2012)
- Myra Blackwelder, American golfer (LPGA Rookie of the Year 1980), born in Lexington, Kemtucky
Famous Deaths
- Kate Booth, English Salvationist & evangelist, dies at 97
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights
About May 9, 1955
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 11 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Stranger In Paradise - Tony Bennett
