The world famous escape artist performed for the last time at the Garrick Theater in Detroit, Michigan.
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Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin was laid to rest in Detroit as thousands turned up to pay tributes.
Henry Ford and 12 investors incorporated the Ford Motor Company in Detroit, Michigan.
The Death Penalty was abolished in the state of Michigan, except for treason.
Eminem's album The Slim Shady LP went on sale.
Robert Williams became the first recorded person to be killed by a robot in the US.
