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May 4 historical notes and events list
On this day in history 1855 the first women only hospital opened in New York City. In 1932 Al Capone began serving time in Atlanta for tax evasion and was released seven years later. In 1942 the Battle of the Coral Sea began with Japanese losses. In 1970 Kent State University four students were killed by National Guard fire. Phrases note a Taurus birthday for Frederick Church born 1826. A thought for the day quotes Publilius Syrus.
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United Press International
Frederick Church
New York City
Chicago
al Capone
Atlanta Federal Penitentiary
United States
Kent State University
Ohio