Historical Events
- Empire State Building opens in New York City - world's tallest building until the World Trade Center in 1970
- Norway claims uninhabited Peter I Island in the Bellingshausen Sea near Antarctica
- Singer Kate Smith begins her long-running association with CBS radio, various programs continue until 1945
Famous Birthdays
- Victor Davies, Canadian composer, pianist, and conductor (Transit of Venus; The Mennonite Piano Concerto), born in Winnipeg, Manitoba
About May 1, 1931
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 93 years, 3 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
