Historical Events
Catholic Encyclical
Pope Pius XI publishes encyclical Quadragesimo anno
Famous Birthdays
- F Korthals Altes, Dutch minister of Justice (VVD)
- James Mitchell, American session baritone saxophone (The Memphis Horns; Stax Records), born in Memphis, Tennesee (d. 2000)
- Ken Venturi, American golfer, broadcaster (US Open 1964), born in San Francisco, California (d. 2013)
1931 Highlights
About May 15, 1931
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 92 years and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
