New York City modernized its subway by starting its first unmanned trains.
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A 7.1 magnitude Earthquake in Tonghai, China, claimed over 10,000 lives.
The famous elephant called Topsy was executed at Luna Park, Coney Island, in New York.
King Charles I attacked the House of Commons.
Utah became the 45th state to join the United States of America.
Elvis Presley recorded his first demo for 'It Wouldn't Be The Same Without You' and 'I'll Never Stand In Your Way.'