Balvano, Basilicata
A freight train carrying stowaway passengers stalls in a tunnel shortly after departing from Balvano, Basilicata, Italy just after midnight, with 517 dying from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Brussels
The Brussels-Mechelen line became the first steam passenger railway in continental Europe, marking a pivotal step in European rail expansion by connecting key cities and facilitating trade and travel.
Japanese Government Railways
Tokyo
Japan launched its first electric multiple-unit train service on the Yamanote Line, revolutionizing urban transport in Tokyo with faster, cleaner electric power over steam.
Grand Trunk Railway
Toronto
The Grand Trunk Railway was incorporated in Canada, establishing a vital east-west link that connected major cities and supported national expansion through improved trade and passenger services.
Washington, D.C.
The U.S. Interstate Commerce Act was signed into law, creating the first federal regulatory body for railroads to combat monopolistic practices and ensure fair pricing and operations.
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