Famous Birthdays
- Fred Perry, English tennis player and broadcaster (8-time Grand Slam singles winner), born in Stockport, England (d. 1995)
Famous Deaths
- George Meredith, English poet & writer (Diana of Crossways), dies at 81
- Isaac Albéniz, Spanish pianist & composer (Suite española; Tango in D), dies from nephritis at 48
1909 Highlights
About May 18, 1909
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 112 years, 2 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus