The Treaty of Berlin was signed, granting Serbia, Montenegro, and Romania independence from Turkey.
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The Northwest Ordinance was enacted; it is considered one of the most important legislative acts that the Confederation Congress of the US passed.
Legend Frank Sinatra recorded his debut single with the Harry James band.
John F. Kennedy was nominated as a presidential candidate by the US Democrats.
New York City experienced a 25-hour blackout when a substation on the Hudson River was struck by lightning, causing two circuit breakers to trip.
The Live Aid concert raised funds and awareness for famine relief efforts in Africa.
