Famous Birthdays
- Marshall Applewhite, American cult leader (Heaven's Gate), born in Spur, Texas (d. 1997)
- Stan Albeck, American basketball coach (Cleveland Cavaliers, San Antonio Spurs, New Jersey Nets, Chicago Bulls), born in Chenoa, Illinois (d. 2021)
- [Walter] Dewey Redman, American jazz saxophonist, born in Fort Worth, Texas (d. 2006)
Famous Deaths
- Johan [Eliza J] de Master, art critic/writer, dies
- Timothy Cole, American wood engraver, dies at about 71
Died in 1931 1931 Highlights
About May 17, 1931
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 92 years, 11 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
