The Statue of Liberty arrived in New York City.
The statue was a gift given from France as a sign of friendship.
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The musical 'Dreamgirls' was performed for the first time at the Ambassador Theatre, New York City.
The Bank of Savings in New York City became the first bank in the US.
New York City held the world's first St Patrick's Day Parade.
New York and New Jersey were struck by the strongest earthquake in over one hundred years.
The Statue of Liberty celebrated its 100th birthday.