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What Happened on May 12, 1894

Historical Events

  • Ludwig Englander's musical "Passing Show" premieres in NYC

Famous Birthdays

  • Cleo Ridgely, American silent screen actress (I Remember Mama), born in New York City (d. 1962)
  • Donald Knight, English cricket batsman (2 Tests; Surrey CCC, Oxford University CC), born in Sutton, England (d. 1960)

About May 12, 1894

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 130 years, 2 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus