British forces retaliated against the United States and burned Buffalo, New York, to the ground.
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Astronomer Edwin Hubble formally announced the existence of other galactic systems at a meeting of the American Astronomical Society.
The founding of the Soviet Union was announced.
Frank Steunenberg, the former governor of Idaho, was assassinated outside his home.
Johannes Brahms Symphony No. 2 in D Major premiered in Vienna.
Stevie Wonder released 'That Girl,' which went on to win Billboard Song of the Year.
