Famous Birthdays
- Herta Ryder, literary agent
- Lou Harrison, American composer (La Koro Sutro), born in Portland, Oregon (d. 2003)
1917 Highlights
About May 14, 1917
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 105 years, 8 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus