Elisha Otis installed his first commercial elevator at 488 Broadway in New York City, US.
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New York's district attorney returned 58 stolen pieces of art to Italy, worth $19 million.
The New York Eye Infirmary opened, and it was the first specialty hospital of its kind in the western hemisphere.
Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City, USA.
An attack was made at the UN General Assembly in New York City.
Barbie was presented to the public for the first time.