Texas became the 28th state to join the United States of America.
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The Supremes released 'My World Is Empty Without You.'
Thunderball, the fourth James Bond film, premiered in Tokyo.
The worst German air raid of the Blitz occurred.
China's Shenzhou spacecraft launched on its fourth and final uncrewed flight.
Lou Thesz beat Everett Marshall in St Louis, making him the youngest to win the National Wrestling Association World heavyweight title.