In 1884, U.S. President Harry S. Truman was born.

In 1909, foundation stones were laid for the Central Avenue Wesleyan Reform Church.

In 1961, Russian spy George Blake was jailed for 41 years for espionage.

From the Telegraph & Argus of May 8th, 1976...

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From the Telegraph & Argus of May 8th, 1951...

Odsal speedway management today made an offer for Lloyd Goffe, the experienced West Ham rider (writes Boomerang). If he is signed, Goffe will make his first appearance at Odsal next Saturday. Recently West Ham asked £1,000 for Goffe, but if Odsal are successful the fee involved will be much less than that. Last season Goffe scored 97 National League points.