Milton S. Hershey founded Hershey’s Chocolate Company in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, US.
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The Simpsons aired its 167th episode, making it the longest-running animation in TV history.
Halley's Comet was last seen from Earth. It only orbits the Earth once every 75 to 76 years.
The Beatles made their first appearance on the ''Ed Sullivan Show" and pulled in a record-breaking 73.7 million viewers.
Five Pharaoh sculptures were discovered in the temple of Luxor.
A record low temperature was recorded and reached a bone-chilling -15°F in Central Park, New York City.