On this day in 1863, three days of rioting began in New York City by opponents of new laws used to draft men to fight in the ongoing American Civil War.
On this day in 1923, the Hollywood Sign was officially dedicated in the hills above Hollywood, Los Angeles. It originally read "Hollywoodland", but the four last letters were dropped after renovation in 1949.
On this day in 1923, the British parliament passed a law banning the sale of alcohol to people under the age of 18.
On this day in 1930, the first World Cup soccer tournament was held in Montevideo, Uruguay, with 13 countries participating. It was won by the host nation, who beat Argentina 4-2 in the final.
On this day in 1965, the British House of Commons abolished the death penalty.
On this day in 1999, Taiwan placed fourth among the world's most competitive economies, up from sixth place in 1998, according to the World Economic Forum.
On this day in 2013, Typhoon Soulik killed at least nine people.