The Soviet R-7 Semyorka, the world’s first Intercontinental ballistic missile, became operational.
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The Simpsons aired its 167th episode, making it the longest-running animation in TV history.
Martial Law was declared in Seattle by President Grover Cleveland due to anti-Chinese unrest.
Daylight Saving started in the US.
President Ulysses S. authorized the establishment of the United States National Weather Service (NWS).
Halley's Comet was last seen from Earth. It only orbits the Earth once every 75 to 76 years.
