1898 - Hannibal Williston Goodwin patented celluloid photographic film, which is used to make movies.
1943 - Chiang Kai-shek became the leader of China.
1949 - The Ladies Professional Golf Association of America was formed.
1960 - The U.S. Federal Communications Commission banned payola.
1970 - The first New York City Marathon took place. Fireman Gary Muhrucke won the race.
1977 - General Motors introduced the first diesel automobiles.
Daily Quote Wars come because not enough people are sufficiently afraid. - Hugh Schonfield
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