The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, guaranteeing women the right to vote, is passed by Congress and sent to the states for ratification.

Fast food giant, McDonald's, announced the recall of over twelve million Shrek-themed glasses. The company claimed that the paint used to decorate the glasses was tainted with cadmium, a toxic metal that could cause severe damage after long-term exposure. The company was worried that prolonged use could harm children.