United States civilians received ration books for the first time.
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Madonna ended her 'Celebration' world tour with a free concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
An armed man attacked Comedian Dave Chappelle while performing at LA's Hollywood Bowl arena.
Latvia declared its independence from the Soviet Union.
The Italian film 'Seven Beauties' became the first film directed by a woman to be nominated for an Academy Award.
Emmy Award winner Julia Louis-Dreyfus, star of 'Seinfeld,' received the 2,407th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
