The Transcontinental Railroad linking up the East and West halves of the US was completed in Colorado.
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Richard Branson's attempt at obtaining the fastest Atlantic crossing ended when his speed boat crashed.
Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope detected a deep-space radio signal.
New Zealand's All Blacks played their first international test against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground.
Mainz Psalter was published, making it the first book with a printed publication date on it.
Cave monastery Vardzia was blessed by Queen Tamar of Georgia.
