Historical Events
- 22nd Belmont: Jim McLaughlin aboard Sir Dixon wins in 2:40.25
Famous Birthdays
- Adrian Shaposhnikov, Russian composer, born in St Peterberg (d. 1967)
- Hugo Kauder, Austrian composer, born in Tovačov (d. 1972)
About June 9, 1888
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 135 years, 10 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Gemini
