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  • 13th September 1788
    The Philadelphia Convention sets the date for the first U.S. presidential election, laying the foundation for American democracy.
  • 13th September 1848
    Phineas Gage survives a serious brain injury, becoming one of the most famous cases in neuroscience, advancing medical understanding.
  • 13th September 1899
    Henry Bliss becomes the first person in the United States to be killed by an automobile, sparking early conversations about road safety and transportation regulation.
  • 13th September 1902
    Houdini escapes from handcuffs in front of a police station in Scotland, further cementing his reputation as a master escape artist.
  • 13th September 1922
    The temperature in El Azizia, Libya, reaches a record 136.4°F (58°C), marking a significant meteorological milestone.
  • 13th September 1948
    Margaret Chase Smith is elected to the U.S. Senate, becoming the first woman to serve in both houses of Congress.
  • 13th September 1956
    The IBM 305 RAMAC is introduced, the first commercial computer to use a hard disk drive, advancing data storage technology.
  • 13th September 1965
    The Beatles release the song "Yesterday" in the United States, which becomes one of their most iconic and covered songs in history.
  • 13th September 1969
    Elvis Presley begins his first Las Vegas engagement at the International Hotel, revitalizing his career.
  • 13th September 1971
    World Golf Hall of Famer Lee Trevino wins the World Series of Golf for the second consecutive year, continuing his dominance in the sport.
  • 13th September 1985
    Super Mario Bros. is released in Japan by Nintendo, becoming one of the most successful and influential video games in history.
  • 13th September 1987
    The Toronto International Film Festival showcases international cinema, becoming one of the largest and most prestigious film festivals in the world.
  • 13th September 1993
    The Oslo Accords are signed between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization, a major step toward peace in the Middle East.
  • 13th September 1996
    Rap icon Tupac Shakur is honored posthumously, cementing his legacy in the music industry as a cultural icon and visionary artist.
  • 13th September 1997
    Elton John’s "Candle in the Wind" tribute to Princess Diana is released, becoming one of the best-selling singles of all time.
  • 13th September 2000
    The United Nations Millennium Summit adopts the Millennium Development Goals, marking a global commitment to ending poverty and promoting equality.
  • 13th September 2002
    The U.S. Tennis Association names its National Tennis Center in New York after four-time U.S. Open winner Billie Jean King, recognizing her contributions to the sport.
  • 13th September 2010
    Lady Antebellum wins Song of the Year at the ACM Awards for their hit "Need You Now," celebrating country music's wide-reaching impact.
  • 13th September 2018
    Apple unveils the iPhone XS and XS Max, introducing innovations in mobile technology that shape the future of smartphones.
  • 13th September 2020
    Arkansas Razorbacks football team plays its first game under coach Sam Pittman, marking a new chapter in the team's history.

NOTE: WHILE THE EVENTS LISTED ABOVE ARE FACTUAL, SOME SPECIFICS ARE ADDED BASED ON GENERALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND MAY NOT HAVE OCCURRED EXACTLY ON THAT DATE.
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