Solymon Merrick patented the wrench tool.
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King Charles IX of France became an adult on his 13th birthday.
The Clermont steamboat by Robert Fulton made its maiden trip up the Hudson River.
William B. Purvis patented the electric switch on railways that would shut off the electric supply after carriages pass the contact device.
Balloonist John Wise started the world's first airmail service by balloon from Lafayette to Crawfordsville, Indiana.
American swimmer Michael Phelps became the first person to win eight gold medals at one Olympic Games.
