Paul Layendecker’s “WAY BACK WHEN” for Weds., May 28, 2025
1738 French physician Joseph Guillotine was born. His campaign for the use of a machine to provide humane executions led to the invention of “the guillotine.”
1959 The U.S. launched two monkeys, Able and Baker into space. They were both recovered alive; however, Able died four days later during surgery to remove a test probe.
1951 Baseball legend Willie Mays hit his first major-league home run.
Music History:
1968 Creedence Clearwater Revival released their debut album. The band had played for years under the name of “The Golliwogs” but to get the record deal, had to agree to change their name.
Notable Birthdays today:
Actor Lukas Gage (The White Lotus) 30
Actress Ashley Laurence 59
Former NBA Great Jerry West 87
Credit to:
Thisdayinmusic.com and Thisdaytrivia.com
