The English transport ship Duke William sank in the North Atlantic, killing over 360 people.
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The first European explorer discovered New Zealand.
The online dictionary, Merriam-Webster, stated their most searched word of the year was 'Feminism.'
The Beatles signed on with their first formal manager, Brian Epstein.
The first music store in America was opened in Philadelphia by Michael Hillegas.
The clip-on tie was designed.
