What happened on Wednesday May 01, 1935?

Here's what happened on May 01, 1935:

• Boulder Dam Completed The massive Boulder Dam (later renamed Hoover Dam) was completed on May 1st, 1935, representing a monumental engineering achievement during the Great Depression. Located on the Colorado River between Arizona and Nevada, the dam would provide critical hydroelectric power, flood control, and water management for the southwestern United States.
• U.S. Senate Extends National Recovery Administration The U.S. Senate voted to extend the National Recovery Administration (NRA) for an additional 10 months on May 1st, 1935. This decision was part of the ongoing New Deal efforts to stimulate economic recovery and regulate business practices during the Great Depression.
• Canada's First Silver Dollar Commemorates King George V On May 1st, 1935, Canada released its first silver dollar coin, struck in 0.8 fine silver to commemorate the 25th anniversary of King George V's accession to the throne. This milestone represented a significant moment in Canadian numismatic history, marking the country's growing monetary independence and royal connection.
• Federal Music Project Launched The Federal Music Project was enacted in the United States on May 1st, 1935, as part of the Works Progress Administration's cultural initiatives. The project aimed to promote music education, support musicians, and provide cultural enrichment during the economic challenges of the Great Depression.
• Digor Earthquake in Eastern Turkey A devastating earthquake struck the Digor region of eastern Turkey on May 1st, 1935, resulting in 200 fatalities. This seismic event highlighted the geological vulnerability of the region and the significant human cost of natural disasters.

Events in 1935

May 01, 1935: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 01, 1935

Newspapers from May. 01, 1935

May 01, 1935 was a Wednesday and it was the 121st day of the year 1935 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 1935 can also be written as 5/1/1935 in the US and as 1/5/1935 in UK and Europe.

May 01, 1935 in May 1935 calendar

Famous people born on May 01, 1935:

• Ann Robinson

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• Julian Mitchell

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• Ian Curteis

  Ian Curteis is an English playwright and director who has made significant contributions to British television drama and stage productions.

• Jacqueline Saint-Jean

Famous people born in 1935

Famous people born on May 1st

Famous people died on May 01, 1935:

• Henri Pélissier

  French cyclist (d. 1935).

• Filippo Pellizzoni
• Agostino Recalcati

Famous people who died in 1935

Famous people who died on May 1st

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 1st is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 01, 1935: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 1935 is Pig and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 01, 1935 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 1935 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on May 01, 1935 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:44 am and setting at 08:05 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 18, 1935 while the next full moon would come on May 18, 1935.

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Your place in the Universe on May 01, 1935

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Someone born on May 01, 1935 is:

90 years and 13 days old,

or 1080 months and 13 days old,

or 4698 weeks

or 32886 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 01, 1935?

There are 352 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 01, 1935?

You belong to the Silent Generation if you were born on May 01, 1935.

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