Historical Events
- The first games of the Italian Football League are played
Famous Birthdays
- Vera Chapman, English writer and Tolkien Society founder, born in Bournemouth, England (d. 1996)
About May 8, 1898
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 11 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus
