Famous Birthdays
- Joseph Whitaker, British publisher (Whitaker's Almanack), born in London (d. 1895)
- Julia Gardiner Tyler, 2nd wife of President John Tyler (1841-45), born in Gardiners Island, New York (d. 1889)
About May 4, 1820
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 204 years and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus