Historical Events
- Rockline premieres on KLOS FM in Los Angeles
- Silvana Cruciata runs 15k female world record (49:44.0)
- Yankee Ron Davis strikes out 8 consecutive Angels, ran record of 13 strikeouts of last 14 faced, also saved Gene Nelsons 1st win, 4-2
Famous Birthdays
- Eric Djemba-Djemba, Cameroonian soccer midfielder (34 caps; FC Nantes, Manchester United, Aston Villa), born in Douala, Cameroon
Famous Deaths
- Paul Green, American novelist and playwright (In Abraham's Bosom), dies at 87
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About May 4, 1981
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 11 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Holidays: May Day (Ireland, United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Morning Train (Nine To Five) - Sheena Easton
#1 Song: Stand And Deliver - Adam & The Ants
