Abercrombie & Fitch opened their first store in Manhattan, New York City, US.
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Elisha Otis installed his first commercial elevator at 488 Broadway in New York City, US.
A record low temperature was recorded and reached a bone-chilling -15°F in Central Park, New York City.
The Wall Street Journal issued its first paper.
The original 'Dracula' movie premiered in New York City, starring Bela Lugosi.
The New York Horticultural Society was founded.