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On July 29 , 1905 , US Secretary of War William Howard Taft made a secret agreement with Japanese Prime Minister Katsura , giving Japan free rein in Korea in exchange for non - interference by the United States in the Philippines . In 1920 , the construction of the Link River Dam began as part of the Klamath Reclamation Project in Oregon . The following year , in 1927 , the first iron lung was installed at Bellevue Hospital in New York , marking a significant advancement in medical technology . Additionally , in 1944 , the Allied air force conducted a six - hour bombing raid on Germany during World War II.
In the world of sports , on July 29 , 1950 , Pee Wee Reese hit the 3,000th Brooklyn Dodgers home run , marking a milestone in baseball history . In 1990 , the Boston Red Sox set a major league record with 12 doubles in a single game , showcasing their offensive prowess on the field . Additionally , in 2009 , Seattle , Washington , experienced record - breaking temperatures , with the mercury reaching a scorching 103 degrees.
On a darker note , on July 29 , 1976 , David Berkowitz , also known as the " Son of Sam , " fatally shot two people in the Bronx , marking the beginning of a series of shootings that would terrorize New York City . In 1999 , President Bill Clinton was fined 9,000 for lying about his relationship with Monica Lewinsky in a deposition for the Paula Jones sexual harassment case , a scandal that captured national attention . Additionally , in 2008 , US Senator Ted Stevens was indicted on seven felony counts for failing to disclose gifts from an oil services company , leading to a legal battle that would tarnish his reputation .
In conclusion , July 29 has been a date marked by significant historical events , notable achievements , tragic incidents , and legal matters that have left a lasting impact on society.
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