Historical Events
Discovery of the Electron
English physicist and head of the Cavendish laboratory J. J. Thomson announces his discovery of the electron in a lecture to the Royal Institution
Famous Birthdays
- Humberto Mauro, Brazilian film director (Ganga Bruta), born in Volta Grande, Minas Gerais (d. 1983)
About April 30, 1897
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 127 years and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus
