Alec Baldwin accidentally used a live firearm during a movie rehearsal, during which he shot and killed a cinematographer.
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English chemist John Dalton read his first atomic theory paper to the Manchester Literary and Philosophical society.
Apple Day started in Covent Garden, London.
Following the women's march on Versailles, The National Assembly declared martial law in France to prevent future uprisings.
The catastrophic Tragedy of Aberfan occurred in South Wales, killing many who were in a local school, mostly children.
The American musical comedy ''My Fair Lady,” starring Audrey Hepburn, was released in the US.