The first power plant in the US, “Pearl Street Station,” in Manhattan, New York, started generating electricity.
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Arkansas' Governor used the National Guard to prevent nine Black students from entering school.
Mother Teresa was declared a saint by Pope Francis during a ceremony at the Vatican.
The first cafeteria in the US opened in New York City.
International TV game show 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' was shown for the first time in the UK, with Chris Tarrant as the host.
Peter III of Aragon became the King of Sicily.
