The quickest boxing match in history took place.
Tommy Burns defeated Jem Roche in just 88 seconds.
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Albert Einstein wrote his first paper on the Quantum Theory of Light.
The 'Night Stalker' serial killer, Richard Ramirez, committed his second and third murders in LA, USA.
London Bridge, designed by Lord Holford, was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II.
The FDA approved the first chickenpox vaccine.
The Bee Gees made their first appearance on TV, performing 'Words' and 'To Love Somebody' on the Ed Sullivan Show.
