Newark Liberty International Airport opened, becoming the first airport in the New York City metropolitan area.
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New York City elected its first African American Mayor, David Dinkins.
The American drama movie 'Now, Voyager' premiered in New York City, US.
The musical 'Yip! Yip! Yaphank!' by Irving Berlin premiered at the Century Theatre in New York City.
The plans to construct the World Trade Center in New York City were announced to the public.
The adventure comedy movie 'Around the World in 80 Days' premiered in New York, US.