The world’s first adhesive postage stamp, the Penny Black, was used in a public postal system in the United Kingdom.
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The final episode of 'Friends' aired.
Bobcat Goldthwait was charged with two misdemeanors after setting a chair on fire during his appearance on 'The Tonight Show.'
The Sack of Rome occurred.
Bob Hope performed his first United Service Organization show at California's March Field for service members and their families.
The Hindenburg zeppelin caught fire and was destroyed while attempting to dock in New Jersey.
