May 1906 calendar
Learn the most interesting events and historical facts that happened in May 1906.
The US president was Theodore Roosevelt (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman (Liberal), Pope Pius X was leading the Catholic Church.
But much more happened on May 1906: find out below
Historical Events
Which were the important events of May 1906?
Events
- 02 May 1906 32nd Kentucky Derby: Roscoe Troxler aboard Sir Huon wins in 2:08.8.
- 03 May 1906 British-controlled Egypt takes Sinai peninsula from Turkey.
- 08 May 1906 Philadelphia Athletics pitcher Chief Benders plays outfield and hits two homeruns.
- 13 May 1906 Bezalel Art School opens in Jerusalem.
- 14 May 1906 Flagpole at the Chicago White Sox ballpark breaks during pennant-raising.
- 19 May 1906 Italian King Victor Emmanuel and Swiss President open Simplon tunnel
- 21 May 1906 Louis H Perlman patents a demountable tire carrying rim for cars.
- 22 May 1906 10th anniversary of Olympics, celebration held in Athens, Greece.
- 25 May 1906 After 20 straight wins, Boston Pilgrims lose to Chicago White Sox 3-0.
- 26 May 1906 Archaeological Institute of America forms.
- 28 May 1906 Shields / Cobbs musical His honor, the Mayor, premieres in New York City
- 30 May 1906 40th Belmont Stakes: Lucien Lyne aboard Burgomaster wins in 2:20.
- 31 May 1906 Attack on King Alfonso XIII and Victoria von Battenberg in Madrid.
- 06 May 1906 The Russian Constitution of 1906 is adopted (on April 23 by the Julian calendar).
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Music charts
Which were the top hits in May 1906?
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Top #5 songs in the USA
- Billy Murray - The Grand Old Rag
- Ada Jones - So Long, Mary
- Vess Ossman - St. Louis Tickle
- Frank Stanley - Good-Bye, Sweetheart, Good-Bye
- Arthur Collins & Byron Harlan - Paddle Your Own Canoe
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in that month?
