The Communist Party of Romania was founded.
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Smallpox eradication was certified.
Richard Nixon was harassed in Peru.
George Selden filed for the first patent for a gasoline-driven automobile.
Dr. John Pemberton sold the first Coca-Cola at Jacobs' Pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia.
Jim ''Catfish" Hunter of the Oakland Athletics pitched the ninth perfect game, defeating the Minnesota Twins (4-0).
