The UK government recognized British Sign Language (BSL) as an official language.
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A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck Western Turkey, killing 1,070 people.
The first public Bat Mitzvah was held in New York City. It was for a girl named Judith Kaplan.
Wayne Rooney apologized to a 9-year-old fan after accidentally breaking his wrist.
Donna Summer received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The Lake Merritt Wild Duck Refuge became the first US wildlife sanctuary.
