The first US telecast was made from an airplane flying over New York City.
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The musical 'Yip! Yip! Yaphank!' by Irving Berlin premiered at the Century Theatre in New York City.
The first-ever licensed kosher butcher opened in New York City.
The Gay Rights Anti-Discrimination Bill was passed in New York City, US.
The epic Western drama movie 'Giant' premiered in New York City, US.
The first public Bat Mitzvah was held in New York City. It was for a girl named Judith Kaplan.