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for November 7 1876 - The cigarette manufacturing machine was patented by Albert H. Hook. 1929 - The Museum of Modern Art in New York City opened to the public. 1963 - Elston Howard, of the New York Yankees, became the first black player to be named the American League's Most Valuable Player. 1965 - The "Pillsbury Dough Boy" debuted in television commercials. 1973 - New Jersey became the first U.S. state to permit girls to play on Little League baseball teams. 1986 - Willie Nelson made a guest appearance the series "Miami Vice" as a corrupt policeman. Other History Topics: (Links will open in new window) Famous Birthdays Misc. History Music History © 2009 http://www.On-This-Day.com |