Historical Events
- 108°F (42°C) in Blitzen, Oregon
Famous Birthdays
- Dawda Kairaba Jawara, Gambian Prime Minister (1962-70) and 1st President of the Gambia (1970-94), born in Barajally, British Gambia (d. 2019)
- Frank Mankiewicz, American journalist, president of National Public Radio and Democratic political adviser, born in New York City (d. 2014) [1]
Famous Deaths
- William "Candy" Cummings, American Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher (credited with creating the curveball), dies at 75
Died in 1924 1924 Highlights
About May 16, 1924
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
