What Happened on May 4, 1943

Historical Events

  • NL Ford Frick demonstrates revised balata ball to reporters by bouncing it on his office carpet ball proves to be 50% livelier

Famous Birthdays

  • Mihail Chemiakin, Russian painter, born in Moscow
  • Stella Parton, American singer ("A Woman's Touch"), sister of Dolly Parton, born in Sevierville, Tennessee

About May 4, 1943

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 11 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus