· THAT DAY · DECEMBER 3, 1979 · NO. 46 ·
December 3, 1979
Monday · 46 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 — DECEMBER 3, 1979
Mount Marapi located in West Sumatra, Indonesia begins a sporadic series of eruptions. 23 people were killed, and 12 were injured.2023
Weather in New York
39°F
Clear
- High
- 39°F
- Low
- 26°F
- Humidity
- 61%
- Wind
- 16 km/h
Music
Billboard #1 (This Week)
No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)
Barbra Streisand/Donna Summer
No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)
Barbra Streisand/Donna Summer
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Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Alien
Academy Award (1979)
Soylent Green
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Apocalypse Now
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Caligula
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Mad Max
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