Historical Events
- Belgium Catholic socialist/liberal parliamentary election
- John Masefields "Tragedy of Nan" premieres in London
Famous Birthdays
- Krešimir Fribec, Croatian composer, born in Daruvar, Croatia (d. 1996)
- Michael Roberts, English historian ("The Military Revolution: 1560-1660"), born in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire (d. 1996)
Famous Deaths
- Old Tom Morris, Scottish golfer (British Open 1861-62, 64, 67), dies as result of a fall at 86
Died in 1908 1908 Highlights
About May 24, 1908
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 115 years, 11 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Gemini