What happened on Thursday May 18, 1911?

Here's what happened on May 18, 1911:

• End of José Porfirio Díaz's Presidential Term in Mexico President and long-time dictator José Porfirio Díaz's term ends, marking a significant moment in Mexican political history. Díaz had ruled Mexico for over 30 years, and his departure would soon lead to the Mexican Revolution.
• Death of Gustav Mahler, Renowned Austrian Composer Gustav Mahler, a prominent Austrian composer known for his emotionally profound symphonies and song cycles, including the haunting 'Kindertotenlieder' (Children's Death Songs), passed away at the age of 50. His innovative musical style bridged late Romantic and early Modern classical music.
• China-UK Agreement to Phase Out Opium Production China and the United Kingdom signed a landmark agreement to mutually phase out opium production and trade over a 7-year period. This treaty aimed to address the devastating social and economic impacts of the opium trade that had long plagued China.
• China Establishes First Constitutional Cabinet China abolished the traditional Grand Council and established a modern ten-member constitutional cabinet, with Prince Yikuang (Prince Qing) becoming the first Premier in China's history. This marked a significant step towards constitutional governance in the late Qing Dynasty.
• Big Joe Turner, Pioneering Blues Singer, Born Big Joe Turner, a legendary blues singer from Kansas City, Missouri, known for iconic songs like 'Corrine Corrina' and 'Shake Rattle and Roll', was recognized on this date. Turner was a key figure in the development of rhythm and blues and rock and roll.
• Germany Warns France Over Moroccan Occupation Germany issued a diplomatic warning to France, stating that any attempted occupation of the Moroccan city of Fes would be considered a violation of existing treaties. This tension was part of the complex pre-World War I geopolitical landscape.
• Illinois Senate Reopens Lorimer Election Investigation The Illinois State Senate voted to reopen an investigation into the controversial election of U.S. Senator William Lorimer, signaling potential electoral misconduct and highlighting the political integrity challenges of the era.

Events in 1911

May 18, 1911: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 18, 1911

Newspapers from May. 18, 1911

May 18, 1911 was a Thursday and it was the 138th day of the year 1911 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 18, 1911 can also be written as 5/18/1911 in the US and as 18/5/1911 in UK and Europe.

May 18, 1911 in May 1911 calendar

Famous people born on May 18, 1911:

• Sigrid Gurie

  Norwegian-American actress known for her roles in classic films like 'Algiers' during Hollywood's golden age, with a notable career in the...

• Big Joe Turner

  Legendary blues and rhythm & blues singer, known as the 'Boss of the Blues', who significantly influenced rock and roll music.

• Maureen O'Sullivan

  Irish actress best known for her role as Jane in the Tarzan film series, a prominent Hollywood star of the 1930s and 1940s.

• André Gravier

Famous people born in 1911

Famous people born on May 18th

Famous people died on May 18, 1911:

• Gustav Mahler

  Austrian composer and one the most prominent conductors of his time, who is best known as the author of nine great symphonies.

Famous people who died in 1911

Famous people who died on May 18th

May 18, 1911: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 18, 1911 was Gems from Babes in Toyland by Victor Light Opera Co., according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

1. Victor Light Opera Co. - Gems from Babes in Toyland
2. American Quartet - I Love It
3. Enrico Caruso - Aida - Duet, Act IV: Aida a Me Togliesti (Aida Thou Hast Taken)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 18th is Taurus.

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May 18, 1911: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 18, 1911 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 18, 1911 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 18, 1911 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 18, 1911 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 67% full, rising at 11:29 pm and setting at 09:25 am.

The previous full moon was on May 13, 1911 while the next full moon would come on Jun 11, 1911.

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Someone born on May 18, 1911 is:

113 years 11 months old,

or 1367 months and 15 days old,

or 5946 weeks and 2 days old,

or 41624 days old,

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