A painting called “Abstraktes” by Gerhard Richter sold for a record $34 million.
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The cornerstone of the White House was laid, marking the first day of construction.
The citizens of Texas accepted the new constitution and approved the annexation ordinance.
Nero began his reign as Roman Emperor at the age of 16, as his predecessor Claudius died from suspicious circumstances.
The American singer and songwriter Bob Dylan posthumously won a Nobel prize in literature.
The US government began its trade embargo against Cuba.
