The first volume of “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott was published in the US.
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Claudia Sheinbaum was sworn in as Mexico's first female president.
Rudolf I became king of Germany and reigned until he died in 1291.
Nigeria, Africa, gained its independence from British rule.
Night of the Living Dead was released in US cinemas.
The Ford Motor Company shipped the first Ford Model T to a customer.