The first public Bat Mitzvah was held in New York City. It was for a girl named Judith Kaplan.
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American actress Katherine Hepburn had her first stage performance in New York City, where she played in 'Night Hostess.'
New York City experienced a 25-hour blackout when a substation on the Hudson River was struck by lightning, causing two circuit breakers to trip.
Planet of the Apes hit the theatres in New York City.
Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City, USA.
New York City's Twin Tower World Trade Center was officially opened.