The Venera 3 space probe became the first human-made object to land on another planet.
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The Death Penalty was abolished in the state of Michigan, except for treason.
The first United States Census was authorized.
The first woman won the Life Achievement Award and was claimed by Bette Davis.
Rebecca Lee Crumpler became the first African American female physician.
MAC Cosmetics makeup brand was founded in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.