Night of the Living Dead was released in US cinemas.
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The first volume of 'Little Women' by Louisa May Alcott was published in the US.
Edgar the Peaceful, noted for his peacekeeping, became King of England.
American rock band, The Beach Boys released their first album, 'Surfin' Safari.'
Sony released the world's first CD player in Japan.
A large explosion above the Pacific Ocean turned out to be a meteorite.