The first official Church of Scientology opened in Los Angeles, California, USA.
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President James K. Polk confirmed a gold discovery.
Naturalists Chris Atkins and Michael Taylor discovered the world's tallest tree in Redwood National Park, California.
The Hands Across America charity event was held.
The state of California became the first to ban fur products.
A charity auction in Los Angeles saw the lyrics to 'Candle in the Wind' sell to the highest bidder at a staggering $442,500.
