Famous Birthdays
- Daniel Frank Gerber, American manufacturer of baby food, born in Fremont, Michigan (d. 1974)
- Jascha Horenstein, Russian-born American conductor, born in Kiev, Russian Empire (d. 1973)
1898 Highlights
About May 6, 1898
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 122 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus