Historical Events
Sports History
First Tim Horton's coffee and donut shop opens in Hamilton, Ontario by NHL player Tim Horton
- Phillies triple play Houston Colt .45s
Famous Birthdays
- Menno Oosting, Dutch tennis player (d. 1999)
Famous Deaths
- Otto V. Kuusinen, Finnish politician (founder of the Finnish Communist Party), dies at 82
- Steve Owen, American Pro Football Hall of Fame tackle (NY Giants) and coach (NFL C'ship 1927, 34, 38; NY Giants), dies at 66
About May 17, 1964
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 4 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: My Guy - Mary Wells
#1 Song: Juliet - Four Pennies
