Morning Express – May 1

Photo by April Jokelainen

We should clear up somewhat today and see some partial sun however there’s still a chance of a few lingering, passing showers into early afternoon. Temperatures are fairly comfortable for today but there will be a gradual warming into the weekend – but also another threat of rain developing until Saturday.

1840 “Penny Black”, the world’s first adhesive postage stamp issued by Great Britain

1931 Empire State Building opens in New York City – world’s tallest building until the World Trade Center in 1970

1941 “Citizen Kane”, directed by Orson Welles and starring himself, Joseph Cotten and Dorothy Corningore, premieres at the Palace Theater in New York City

“Les Fauves” was a name given to a group of artists that also included Matisse. What is its literal meaning of “Les Fauves”?
Answer: The Wild Beasts

In which branch of the arts is Katherine Dunham famous?
Answer: Ballet

At which hospital did the first heart transplant take place?
Answer: Groote Schuur Hospital

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Happy May Day!

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