Pope Alexander VI, born Rodrigo de Borja became Pope.
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Legendary baseballer Babe Ruth became the first member of the 500 home run club.
Inventor Harvey Hubbell patented the popular light bulb with a pull chain.
Henry S. Parmalee patented the fire sprinkler system.
The last total solar eclipse of the 20th century occurred and was visible from Europe and Asia.
Airbedandbreakfast.com was launched by its three founders, which is now known as Airbnb.
