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2016

Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs becomes the first player in NHL history to score four goals in his very first game.

Basketball superstar Magic Johnson plays his first game with the Los Angeles Lakers against the San Diego Clippers. The Lakers win 103–102.

The musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” premieres at the Mark Hellinger Theatre in New York. It will run for 711 performances.

Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau sends Canadian soldiers to Ottawa to protect political figures and federal buildings.

The XIX Olympic Games open in Mexico City, Mexico.

The Jimi Hendrix Experience is formed, featuring Jimi Hendrix, Noel Redding, and Mitch Mitchell.

Lester B. Pearson is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in resolving the Suez Canal crisis.

Filming begins on “The Wizard of Oz,” starring Judy Garland.

The U.S. Department of Justice purchases Alcatraz Island.

The statue of Christ the Redeemer is unveiled. Standing 30 meters tall, it is located on Corcovado Mountain, which overlooks Rio de Janeiro.

Theodore Roosevelt renames the Executive Mansion the White House.

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