Ol' Blue Eyes is born, Boys Town is founded, the first motel opens, "The Godfather: Part II" premieres, and the U.S. Supreme Court decides the 2000 presidential election, all on this day.
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1961: The drama "A Man for All Seasons," starring Paul Scofield as Sir Thomas More, premieres in New York City. The movie would win six Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Scofield.