Historical Events
- Indian parliament accepts Hindu divorce
- Richard Adler and Jerry Ross' musical "Damn Yankees", starring Gwen Verdon and Ray Walston, opens at 46th St Theater, NYC; runs for 1022 performances, winning 7 Tony Awards
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada test Site
- West Germany is granted full sovereignty by its three occupying powers
Famous Birthdays
- Melinda Culea, American actress (A-Team, Brotherly Love), born in Western Springs, Illinois
- Robert Feld, National Scrabble Champion (1990), born in Nashville, Tennessee
- Roddy Radiation [Byers], British ska and rockabilly guitarist, singer, and songwriter (The Specials - "Hey' Little Rich Girl"; The Skabillys), born in Keresley, Coventry, England
About May 5, 1955
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 11 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White - Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra, The King of the Mambo
