births
May 17, 1912
Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner, American inventor (died 2006)

Mary Kenner
Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner was an American inventor most noted for her development of the adjustable sanitary belt. Kenner received five patents, which includes a carrier attachment for invalid walker and bathroom tissue dispenser.
May 17
May 17 is the 137th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 228 days remain until the end of the year.