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In 1959 of July 1st, specific values for the international yard, avoirdupois pound and derived units (e.g. inch, mile and ounce) are adopted after an agreement between the U.S.A., the United Kingdom, and other Commonwealth countries. On July 1st, Canada Day is celebrated. On July 1st in 1874 the 1st US kidnapping for ransom occurred, with 4 year old Charles Ross being taken. A ransom of $20,000 was demanded.
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