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Electric Arc Light
The very first electric arc light was used in a theater during a performance in California. -
Postage Stamps
In the United Kingdgom, Pennny Red replaced Penny Black postage stamps. -
A Famous Marriage
The world-famous dwarfs named General Tom Thumb and Lavinia Warren got married on a stage in New York City. -
Ink Paste
Ink paste was manufactured for the first time by the Standard Ink Company. -
Telegrams
Singing telegrams were introduced to the United States by the Postal Telegraph Company based in New York City. -
Tom & Jerry
The TV show, Tom & Jerry, was created by Hanna and Barbera debut by MGM. -
Niagra Falls
A hydroelectric project begins to produce power. -
Spies Swapped
American spy pilot, Francis Gary Powers, is released by the Soviets in exchange for one of their own. -
Silver
The cost of silver hit a world record for price increase in London at $4.81 an ounce. -
Gay Rights
Voters in Maine repeal a gay rights law that was originally passed in 1977, becoming the first state in the United States to abandon that law.