On this day in US History, 1787 Congress adopts the Northwest Ordinance, providing for the government of the region north of the Ohio River and west of Pennsylvania. 1863 Rioting against a Civil War military draft erupts in New York City, leaving more than 100 people dead. 186 In a New York Tribune editorial, Horace Greeley advises, “Go west, young man, and grow up with the country.” 1923 The famous Hollywood Sign (originally reading “Hollywoodland” to advertise a real estate development) is dedicated on the hills above Hollywood.
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