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This Day in History: Jan. 2

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Also on this day: The first classes begin at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. U.S. Secretary of State John Hay announces an "Open Door Policy" to facilitate trade with China.The United States and Canada reach an agreement on joint action to preserve Niagara Falls.The Philippines capital of Manila is captured by Japanese forces during World War II.

Sen. John F. Kennedy, D-Mass., launches his presidential campaign. Ronald Reagan takes the oath of office as the new governor of California in a ceremony that takes place in Sacramento shortly after midnight.

President Richard Nixon signs legislation requiring states to limit highway speeds to 55 miles per hour as a way of conserving gasoline in the face of an OPEC oil embargo.

This Day in History: Jan. 2

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