Newark Liberty International Airport opened, becoming the first airport in the New York City metropolitan area.
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O. J. Simpson was released from prison.
A large explosion above the Pacific Ocean turned out to be a meteorite.
Nigeria, Africa, gained its independence from British rule.
American rock band, The Beach Boys released their first album, 'Surfin' Safari.'
Claudia Sheinbaum was sworn in as Mexico's first female president.
