Historical Events
- 60th Kentucky Derby: Mack Garner aboard Cavalcade wins in 2:04
Famous Birthdays
- Campbell Forsyth, Scottish soccer goalkeeper (4 caps; St Mirren, Kilmarnock, Southampton), born in Plean, Scotland (d. 2020)
- John "Ace" Cannon, American pop, rock and country music saxophonist (Tuff Sax), born in Grenada, Mississippi (d. 2018)
1934 Highlights
About May 5, 1934
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 89 years, 4 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus
