Famous Birthdays
- Alfred Kurella, German author and functionary of the Socialist Unity Party of Germany in East Germany, born in Brieg, Silesia (d. 1975)
Lorenz Hart (1895-1943)
American lyricist ("I Could Write A Book"; "My Funny Valentine") and half of the Broadway musical team Rodgers and Hart, born in Harlem, New York
- Peggy Bacon, American author and illustrator (Off With Their Heads), born in Ridgefield, Connecticut (d. 1987)
About May 2, 1895
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 128 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus
