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1928
January 20 - The first full length talking picture filmed outdoors, In Old Arizona, is released by
Fox.
May 19 - The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is created to develop the areas resources.
July 30 - George Eastman gives the first demonstration of the first motion pictures in color in Rochester, New York.
September 16 - Ray Boggs of the Boston Braves becomes the only pitcher to hit three batters in his first inning in the major league.
September 19 - Mickey Mouse's first appearance is in the cartoon feature "Steamboat Willie" by Walt Disney.
October 1 - Air service begins between the U.S and Mexico.
October 14 - The first televised wedding occurs between Cora Dennison and James Fowlkes in Des Plaines, Illinois.
November 6 - Herbert Hoover is elected to be the 31st U.S. President.
December 23 - The National Broadcasting Company establishes the first permanent coast-to-coast radio network.