The Bank of Savings in New York City became the first bank in the US.
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The last slaves in New York were freed.
Foundations were placed on Bedloe's Island, New York City, to become home of the Statue of Liberty.
The first power plant in the US, 'Pearl Street Station,' in Manhattan, New York, started generating electricity.
The Sun newspaper was published for the first time in New York City.
The first cafeteria in the US opened in New York City.
