The Soviet R-7 Semyorka, the world’s first Intercontinental ballistic missile, became operational.
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A record low temperature was recorded and reached a bone-chilling -15°F in Central Park, New York City.
Halley's Comet was last seen from Earth. It only orbits the Earth once every 75 to 76 years.
Martial Law was declared in Seattle by President Grover Cleveland due to anti-Chinese unrest.
Irina Privalova ran the world record female indoor 50-meter run in just 5.96 seconds.
Daylight Saving started in the US.
