Jim “Catfish” Hunter of the Oakland Athletics pitched the ninth perfect game, defeating the Minnesota Twins (4-0).
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NASA's Atlas-Centaur rocket exploded mid-air during its first test flight.
Dr. John Pemberton sold the first Coca-Cola at Jacobs' Pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia.
Smallpox eradication was certified.
Mohandas Gandhi started a 21-day fast.
The Communist Party of Romania was founded.
