Historical Events
- "Vagabond King" opens in London
Mae West Guilty of Obscenity
Actress Mae West found guilty of “obscenity and corrupting the morals of youth” in a New York stage play entitled "Sex". She is sentenced to 10 days in prison and fined $500, the resulting publicity launches her Hollywood career.
Famous Birthdays
- Don Barbour, American singer (The Four Freshmen), born in Columbus, Bartholomew County, Indiana (d. 1961)
About April 19, 1927
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 97 years and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries