Birthdays occurring on May, 24

1794

William Whewell was born on May 24, 1794 Every failure is a step to success. More quotations from William Whewell

1819

Queen Victoria was born on May 24, 1819 Queen of the United Kingdom and Ireland (1837-1901), 1819-1901 Do not to let your feelings (very natural and usual ones) of momentary irritation and discomfort be seen by others; don't (as you so often did and do) let every little feeling be read in your face and seen in your manner . . . More quotations from Queen Victoria

1855

Arthur Wing Pinero was born on May 24, 1855 There are two sorts of affection - the love of a woman you respect, and the love for the woman you love More quotations from Arthur Wing Pinero

1878

Harry Emerson Fosdick was born on May 24, 1878 American clergyman 1878-1969 Liberty is always dangerous, but it is the safest thing we have. More quotations from Harry Emerson Fosdick

Deaths occurring on May, 24

1987

Hermione Gingold died on May 24, 1987 Canadian actress, 1897-1987 Really, sex and laughter do go very well together, and I wondered - and I still do - which is more important. More quotations from Hermione Gingold

1995

Harold Wilson died on May 24, 1995 British politician and prime minister. 1916-1995 Everybody should have an equal chance -- but they shouldn't have a flying start. More quotations from Harold Wilson

1996

John Abbott died on May 24, 1996 'How do you know so much about everything?' was asked of a very wise and intelligent man; and the answer was 'By never being afraid or ashamed to ask questions as to anything of which I was ignorant More quotations from John Abbott