· THAT DAY · JANUARY 22, 1972 · NO. 54 ·
January 22, 1972
Saturday · 54 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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The New York Times — JANUARY 22, 1972
U.S. President Barack Obama signs an executive order to close the Guantanamo Bay detention camp; congressional opposition will prevent it being implemented.2009
Weather in New York
45°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 45°F
- Low
- 29°F
- Humidity
- 86%
- Wind
- 16 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
American Pie (Parts I & II)
Don McLean
American Pie (Parts I & II)
Don McLean
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Godfather
Academy Award (1972)
The Sting
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Last Tango in Paris
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Fist of Fury
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The Way of the Dragon
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