Mercedes and Benz merged to form the brand name Mercedes-Benz.
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The first private research atomic reactor opened in Chicago, Illinois, US.
Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie were assassinated, ultimately causing World War I.
The first Hughes Communications Galaxy satellite was launched into orbit.
The musical ''Dreamgirls" was performed for the first time at the Ambassador Theatre, New York City.
The Nutty Professor with Eddie Murphy premiered in the US.
