Famous Birthdays
- Ernest Albert Waterlow, English water-color painter, born in London (d. 1919)
Famous Deaths
- Jane Porter, novelist (Scottish Chiefs), dies at 74
1850 Highlights
About May 24, 1850
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 173 years, 4 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
