The iconic Eiffel Tower officially opened and was the tallest man-made tower for 41 years.
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The first Golden Raspberry Awards took place in John Wilson's living room.
Bellevue Hospital opened the NYC Almshouse, the first public hospital in the US.
Luna 10 was launched by the USSR and became the first satellite to orbit the moon.
The British Parliament offered Oliver Cromwell the British throne.
The first dance marathon took place in New York City, US.
