Historical Events
- Ralph Vaughan Williams' opera "Poisoned Kiss" premieres in London
Famous Birthdays
- David Snell, British jazz harpist and conductor, born in Grantham, Lincolnshire, England
- Frank Stella, American artist, born in Malden, Massachusetts
- Guillermo Endara, President of Panama (1989-94), born in Panama City, Panama (d. 2009)
- Klaus Doldinger, German jazz saxophonist (Passport) and composer for film, born in Berlin, Germany
- Tom Snyder, American television and radio interviewer (The Tomorrow Show, 1973-82), and news anchor (NBC Weekend News), born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (d. 2007)
1936 Highlights
About May 12, 1936
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 10 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
