The last total solar eclipse of the 20th century occurred and was visible from Europe and Asia.
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Joseph Pulitzer wrote an article in New York World to ask the public to donate towards constructing the pedestal for the Statue of Liberty.
Argentinian soccer legend Lionel Messi officially announced his transfer to Paris Saint-Germain.
Airbedandbreakfast.com was launched by its three founders, which is now known as Airbnb.
Bishop William of St. Calais demolished the old Saxon church in Durham and laid the foundation for the new Norman Durham cathedral.
Henry S. Parmalee patented the fire sprinkler system.
