Isaac Pitman introduced his shorthand system, “Stenographic Shorthand,” for writing.
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The first Wendy's restaurant opened in Columbus, Ohio, US.
The first-ever licensed kosher butcher opened in New York City.
Christopher Columbus wrote about tobacco use by the natives of New England.
Sony released their PlayStation 4 in North America and sold one million units within 24 hours.
Ubisoft released Rayman Origins worldwide for PlayStation 3, PC, and Xbox 360.