Historical Events
Neutrality Act Signed
US President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the Neutrality Act, banning travel on belligerent ships and imposes an arms embargo on warring nations
Famous Birthdays
- Bo Nilsson, Swedish composer (Doppelspiel), born in Skellefteå, Sweden (d. 2018)
- Roger Brown, College Football Hall of Fame defensive tackle (Maryland Eastern Shore; 6 x Pro-Bowl; Detroit Lions, LA Rams), born in Surry County, Virginia (d. 2021)
- Una Stubbs, English actress (Till Death Us Do Part; Sherlock - "Mrs. Hudson"), born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (d. 2021)
Famous Deaths
- Snitz Edwards [Edward Neumann], Hungarian-American stage and silent film actor ("Phantom of the Opera"; "College"), dies at 69
Died in 1937 1937 Highlights
About May 1, 1937
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 11 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
