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History: May 1 (#4)

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History: May 1 (#4)
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May 1, 1885

The original Chicago Board of Trade Building opens for business.

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On May 1, in the year 1885: The original Chicago Board of Trade Building opens for business. The Chicago Board of Trade Building is a 44-story, 604-foot (184 m) Art Deco skyscraper located in the Chicago Loop, standing at the foot of the LaSalle Street "canyon".

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Why May 1, 1885 matters: The original Chicago Board of Trade Building opens for business. What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards.

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Historical context: May 1, 1885 The 19th century transformed daily life through industrial tools, transport, urban infrastructure, and expanding education. The event on this day: The original Chicago Board of Trade Building opens for business. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago_Board_of_Trade_Building (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)