· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 8, 1974 · NO. 51 ·
December 8, 1974
Sunday · 51 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
54°F
Rainy
- High
- 54°F
- Low
- 50°F
- Humidity
- 92%
- Wind
- 35 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
Kung Fu Fighting
Carl Douglas
Kung Fu Fighting
Carl Douglas
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Godfather Part II
Academy Award (1974)
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Top Box Office (This Week)
Emmanuelle
Top Box Office (This Week)
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
Top Box Office (This Week)
Chinatown
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December 8, 1974
Sun · 54°F Rainy · New York
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