Maria Theresa – the only female to rule the Habsburg Empire – became queen following her father’s death.
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The Lancet published a study that found pollution contributes to 1 in 6 deaths worldwide.
The British newspaper The Sunday Times was first published.
American pioneer aviator Noel Wien founded Alaska's first airline, Wien Alaska Airlines Inc.
The US Supreme Court ruled to allow teachers to spank students even against their parent's wishes.
The United States ratified the Louisiana Purchase.
