Historical Events
- Nellie T. Ross takes office as the first female director of the US Mint
Famous Birthdays
- Alex Cord [Alexander Viespi], American actor (Brotherhood; Fire; Street Asylum; Airwolf), born in New York City (d. 2021)
James Brown (1933-2006)
American R&B, gospel, soul and funk singer-songwriter known as 'The Godfather of Soul' ("Sex Machine"; "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag"; "Hot Pants"), born in Barnwell, South Carolina
About May 3, 1933
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 2 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
