What Happened on May 9, 1937

Historical Events

  • Reds beat Phillies 21-10 (Ernie Lombardi goes 6 for 6)

Famous Birthdays

  • Dave Prater, American soul singer (Sam & Dave - "Soul Man"), born in Ocilla, Georgia (d. 1988)
  • José Rafael Moneo, Spanish architect
  • Sonny Curtis, American guitarist and singer-songwriter (The Crickets - " I Fought The Law"; solo - "Love Is All Around"), born in Meadow, Texas
Born in 1937

Famous Deaths

Walter Mittelholzer (1894-1937)

Swiss aviation pioneer (Swiss Air) and aerial photographer, dies in a climbing accident on an expedition in Styria at 43 [1]

1937 Highlights

About May 9, 1937

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 86 years, 10 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus