Famous Birthdays
- (Adolphe) Paul Barbarinan American jazz drummer (King Oliver; Red Allen Sextet; Onward Brass Band), born in New Orleans, Louisiana (d. 1969)
- Freeman Gosden, American writer and actor (The Amos 'n' Andy Show, Calvin and the Colonel), born in Richmond, Virginia (d. 1982)
About May 5, 1899
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 125 years
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus