Historical Events
- 42nd Boston Marathon won by Leslie Pawson in 2:35:34.8; his second victory in the event
- Headless Mad Butcher victim found in Cleveland
Famous Birthdays
- Andreas Liebenberg, South African military commander, born in Upington, Cape Province, South Africa (d. 1998)
Famous Deaths
- Richard Terry, English organist and musicologist, dies at 73
Died in 1938 1938 Highlights
About April 18, 1938
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 86 years and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aries
