United States civilians received ration books for the first time.
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NASA's Atlantis Space Shuttle ferried the Magellan space probe into orbit.
American Academy of Arts & Science was established in Boston with James Bowdoin, John, and Samuel Adams as founding members.
The Italian film 'Seven Beauties' became the first film directed by a woman to be nominated for an Academy Award.
An armed man attacked Comedian Dave Chappelle while performing at LA's Hollywood Bowl arena.
Pope Alexander VI divided the New World between Spain and Portugal.
