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June 29th In NYC History

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1899...Automobiles are banned in Central Park to prevent the new-fangled contraptions from scaring horses.

1941...Yankee outfielder Joe DiMaggio hits in his 42nd consecutive game, breaking George Sisler's Major League record. Joltin' Joe's streak continues for 56 games, a record that stands to this day.