The first-ever licensed kosher butcher opened in New York City.
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Tchaikovsky conducted the first public concert at the newly-built Music Hall in New York City.
New York City passed a law prohibiting women from smoking in public places.
The original 'Dracula' movie premiered in New York City, starring Bela Lugosi.
The psychological crime thriller movie 'Se7en,' starring Morgan Freeman, premiered in New York.
The Titanic departed Southampton for its first and only journey.
