1993
Andrea Bocelli makes his classical debut singing at a concert at Teatro Romolo Valli in Reggio Emilia.
1981
Warner-Elektra-Atlantic raises price of 45 records from $1.68 to $1.98.
1975
“The Hail Mary”, with 32 seconds left in the NFC Divisional Playoff Game, Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach throws a legendary 50-yard winning touchdown pass to Drew Pearson to defeat the Minnesota Vikings, and the “Hail Mary” play is born.
1968
Beatles’ “White Album” goes #1 & stays #1 for 9 weeks.
1944
Canadiens’ right winger Maurice Richard the first player in NHL history to score eight points in one game.
1918
Montreal’s Georges Vezina becomes the first NHL goalie to record an assist during the Canadiens’ 6-3 win over the Toronto Arenas.
1895
The Lumière brothers perform for their first paying audience at the Grand Cafe in Boulevard des Capucines, marking the debut of the cinema.
1836
Mexico’s independence was recognized by Spain.
