Jim “Catfish” Hunter of the Oakland Athletics pitched the ninth perfect game, defeating the Minnesota Twins (4-0).
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The New Revolution at Six Flags Magic Mountain was the world's first modern roller coaster to include a vertical loop.
Singapore passed anti-fake news laws.
The first Westminster dog show took place.
The film and television production and distribution studio Paramount Pictures was founded.
Smallpox eradication was certified.
