The modern state of Qatar was founded with Jassim Bin Mohammad Al Thani as its leader.
The Treaty of Berlin was signed, granting Serbia, Montenegro, and Romania independence from Turkey.
The first motion picture was filmed using several cameras to capture galloping horses.
American Congress eliminated the twenty-cent coin.
The first telephone directory was issued, which consisted of a single card with 50 names and addresses in Connecticut, USA.
Thomas Edison received a patent for his new invention, the phonograph.
The Boston Bicycle Club was formed, becoming the first cycling club in the United States.
Segregation of races on public transport became illegal as ruled by US Supreme Court.
