· THAT DAY · APRIL 12, 1971 · NO. 55 ·
April 12, 1971
Monday · 55 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
The New York Times
All The News That's Fit to Print
The alliance announced new restrictions on aid to refugees streaming across the borders. Officials cautioned that humanitarian assistance.
Microsoft trial enters second week as prosecutors detail evidence of monopolistic practices.
Local officials report broad consensus on appropriations measure; committee meets later this week to reconcile differences.
Technology shares led the broader market higher as investors poured cash into Internet stocks. Analysts predict continued growth.
Wall Street closes at record highs for seventh consecutive trading session.
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Weather in New York
57°F
Partly Cloudy
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- 57°F
- Low
- 35°F
- Humidity
- 79%
- Wind
- 13 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
The Temptations
Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
The Temptations
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Movies
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A Clockwork Orange
Academy Award (1971)
The Godfather
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Dirty Harry
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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
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Duel
Born on This Day
You share your birthday with
Saoirse Ronan
American-born Irish actress (born 1994)
Hiroki Sakai
Japanese footballer (born 1990)
Eric Bailly
Ivorian footballer (born 1994)
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1971
1971
A day worth remembering ✦
April 12, 1971
Mon · 57°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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