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It happened on a… January 2

Find out about the main events that have taken place on this day over the years.

1988

Brian Mulroney signs free trade accord with Ronald Reagan.

1986

NY Islander, Mike Bossy, scores his 500th goal.

1983

The musical “Annie” closed on Broadway at the Uris Theatre after 2,377 performances.

1960

Senator John F. Kennedy, announces his candidacy for the US Presidency.

1918

Montreal Wanderers’ hockey arena burns down.

1917

Royal Bank of Canada takes over the Quebec Bank, founded in 1882.

1906

Willis Carrier receives a US patent for the world’s first air conditioner.