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What Happened on May 7, 1885

Historical Events

  • John E. W. Thompson named US minister to Haiti

Famous Birthdays

  • George "Gabby" Hayes, American actor (In Old Santa Fe, El Paso), born in Wellesvile, New York (d. 1969)

About May 7, 1885

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 139 years, 2 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus