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1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 12h

[October 12th, 1985] Colorful covers of today's comic book issues

1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 12h

[October 12th, 1985] Colorful covers of today's magazines

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1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 12h

[October 12th, 1985] This week's music charts. Ready for the World's "Oh Sheila" hits #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 13h

[October 12th, 1985] Six Man Tag Titles The Russians vs Garvin, Kernodle, & Whatley

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The Russians v Don Kernodle, Pez Whatley, and Ron Garvin (WCW, 10/12/1985) W/ Commercials

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1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 13h

Founded by Dr. Bernard Lown (U.S.) and Dr. Yevgeny Chazov (Soviet Union), the group aims to prevent nuclear war and promote a global ban on nuclear testing.

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[October 12th, 1985] The International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War won the 1985 Nobel Peace Prize for advocating nuclear disarmament.

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[October 12th, 1985] Residents of east Fort Bend County fear rising violence after 10 shootings in under a year. Two men face trial for multiple murders, and crime prevention efforts are increasing as the area grows.

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[October 12th, 1985] Interview with Ric Flair Worldwide

Interview with Ric Flair Worldwide Oct 12th, 1985

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1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 13h

[October 12th, 1985] US Title Tully Blanchard vs Sam Houston Worldwide

US Title Tully Blanchard vs Sam Houston Worldwide Oct 12th, 1985

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1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 13h

[October 12th, 1985] An estimated 500,000 people watched the Blue Angels perform during San Francisco's Fleet Week. The event included a 14-ship flotilla entering the bay and a 17-gun salute to honor Rear Admiral James Lyons.

1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 13h

[October 12th, 1985] Penn State defeated Alabama 19-17 in a thrilling game. A dramatic final play and a key fourth-quarter touchdown sealed the win for Penn State.

Oct 12, 1985 - ABC's College Football Today Scores & Highlights (Alabama at Penn St)

From October 12, 1985 - ABC's College Football Today pregame and halftime scores and highlights as presented during their coverage of the huge Top Ten battle featuring Alabama at Penn State. Jim…

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1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 14h

[October 12th, 1985] The renowned Indian sitarist Pandit Nikhil Banerjee performed a live concert in San Rafael, California, with Pandit Swapan Chaudhuri on the tabla.

Sitar Samrat Nikhil Banerjee: Raga Marwa, Puriya Kalyan, Mishra Khamaj: Swapan Chaudhuri. Oct 1985.

Live full sitar performances in video of Nikhil Banerjee are very rare, even as his performances of all aspects of Hindustani Classical Ragas are available in sound only, some with great audiophile…

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[October 12th, 1985] The Chicago Black Hawks lost 6-3 to the Montreal Canadiens in their second game of the 1985-86 season, continuing a 0-2 start. The team struggled with injuries and poor performance, marking a difficult start to the season.

Chicago Blackhawks Montreal Canadiens Oct. 12, 1985

Last three or so minutes missing.

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1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 14h

[October 12th, 1985] Rock Hudson's ashes were scattered in the Pacific Ocean shortly after his death from AIDS. A mortuary spokeswoman confirmed the scattering occurred within the last few days.

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1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 15h

[October 12th, 1985] New Chessie System/Chesapeake & Ohio SD50's, #8626 and #8633, await their next assignment at Connellsville, Pennsylvania to shove another eastbound coal drag up the western slope of Sand Patch grade

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[October 12th, 1985] Arewehavingfunyet won the $200,000 Oak Leaf Stakes at Santa Anita by a nose, defeating fillies in a 11/16-mile race. The 2-year-old filly, trained by Wayne Lukas, remains undefeated against fillies and is considered a top contender for an Eclipse Award.

1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 15h

[October 12th, 1985] John Anderson scored early for the Quebec Nordiques, helping them defeat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-0. The goal, on a power play, disrupted Toronto's momentum and marked Anderson's strong debut with his new team.

1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 15h

[October 12th, 1985] Saint Vincent and the Grenadines officially adopted its current flag, nicknamed "The Gems". This flag was formally hoisted on October 21, 1985, to replace the previous design from 1979.

Old flag (right) and new flag (left):

1980/1985 News @40yearsago.bsky.social · 15h

Nelson's dominant performance sparked talk of a potential Barry McGuigan vs. Nelson title fight.