Historical Events
- "Smith" opens at Eden Theater, NYC: runs for 17 performances
Preakness Stakes
98th Preakness: Ron Turcotte aboard Secretariat wins in 1:54 - fastest Preakness race ever (recognized 2012)
- Sentimental ballad "Daisy A Day" by Jud Strunk hits #14
Famous Birthdays
- Andreas Johansson, Hofors SWE, NHL forward (Pitts, NY Islanders)
About May 19, 1973
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 11 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Are The Sunshine Of My Life - Stevie Wonder
#1 Song: See My Baby Jive - Wizzard
