Karl Benz patented the gasoline-operated motor car.
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Dr. Zabdiel Boylston of Harvard University gave the first smallpox inoculations in Boston following America's biggest outbreak.
The first Harry Potter book, 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone,' hit the shelves in the UK.
The emperor of China patented the toothbrush using coarse boar bristles.
Richard III was crowned King of England.
Elvis Presley performed his final performance in Indianapolis, Indiana, US.
