The six billionth living human being was born.
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The state of California became the first to ban fur products.
President Theodore Roosevelt changed the name of the 'Executive Mansion' to 'The White House.'
The world's strongest storm ever was recorded.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, unveiled its iconic Christ The Redeemer statue.
Organized by the Columbian Order, the first recorded 'Columbus Day' was celebrated on this day.
