Historical Events
- 77th Kentucky Derby: Conn McCreary aboard Count Turf wins in 2:02.6
Musical Finale
Cole Porter's musical "Out of This World" an adaptation of Titus Plautus's mythological comedy Amphitryon, starring George Gaynes, closes at New Century Theater, NYC, after 157 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Rex Goh, Singaporean-Australian rock guitarist (Air Supply -"The One That You Love"), born in Singapore
Famous Deaths
- Eddie Dunn, comedian (Face to Face, Spin the Picture), dies at 54
Leo Diegel (1899-1951)
American golfer (PGA C'ship 1928-29), dies of throat and lung cancer at 52
About May 5, 1951
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 4 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Taurus
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