Famous Birthdays
- Gene Wolfe, American sci-fi author (Soldier of Arete), born in New York City
- Nel Ginjaar-Maas, Dutch under-secretary of Education (VVD), born in Rotterdam, Netherlands (d. 2012)
- Teresa Brewer, American pop and jazz singer ("Put Another Nickel In"), born in Toledo, Ohio (d. 2007)
About May 7, 1931
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 92 years, 11 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus