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Tears Are Falling (Live In San Antonio, Texas - December 3, 1985)
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KISS Off The Soundboard: Live in San Antonio
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[December 3rd, 1985] KISS performed a concert as part of their Asylum Tour at the HemisFair Arena in San Antonio, Texas www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfXA...
[September 6th, 1980] This week's music charts. Diana Ross' "Upside Down" hits #1 on the Hot 100, and The Jam's "Start" hits #1 in the UK Singles chart
December 9, 2025 at 9:04 AM
[September 6th, 1980] This week's music charts. Diana Ross' "Upside Down" hits #1 on the Hot 100, and The Jam's "Start" hits #1 in the UK Singles chart
[September 6th, 1980] Colorful covers of today's magazines
December 9, 2025 at 9:03 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Colorful covers of today's magazines
[September 6th, 1980] Colorful covers of today's comic book issues
December 9, 2025 at 9:02 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Colorful covers of today's comic book issues
[September 6th, 1980] Today's Nancy comic by Ernie Bushmiller
December 9, 2025 at 8:05 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Today's Nancy comic by Ernie Bushmiller
[September 6th, 1980] Iran's new Foreign Minister, Hossdein Musavi, has dashed hopes of a quick decision on the fate of 52 American hostages. He stated that the new Cabinet's priority is to eliminate Western values, not resolve the hostage issue. The hostages have been held for 307 days.
December 9, 2025 at 8:04 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Iran's new Foreign Minister, Hossdein Musavi, has dashed hopes of a quick decision on the fate of 52 American hostages. He stated that the new Cabinet's priority is to eliminate Western values, not resolve the hostage issue. The hostages have been held for 307 days.
[September 6th, 1980] The San Francisco Giants were crushed 9-0 by the Montreal Expos, marking their third straight loss without scoring a run. Giants pitcher Ed Whitson took the loss, while center fielder Larry Herndon set a dubious National League record with three errors in one inning.
December 9, 2025 at 8:03 AM
[September 6th, 1980] The San Francisco Giants were crushed 9-0 by the Montreal Expos, marking their third straight loss without scoring a run. Giants pitcher Ed Whitson took the loss, while center fielder Larry Herndon set a dubious National League record with three errors in one inning.
[September 6th, 1980] The town of Amherst, Massachusetts experienced a severe water shortage that forced the University of Massachusetts to close for three days, sending 10,000 resident students home. The water crisis has been building for over 20 years as the university has expanded rapidly, now
December 9, 2025 at 8:02 AM
[September 6th, 1980] The town of Amherst, Massachusetts experienced a severe water shortage that forced the University of Massachusetts to close for three days, sending 10,000 resident students home. The water crisis has been building for over 20 years as the university has expanded rapidly, now
[September 6th, 1980] After falling behind 9-0 at halftime, the University of Illinois football team rallied in the second half to defeat Northwestern 35-9. New head coach Mike White praised his team's resilience, noting that he used 62 of the 64 players dressed for the game.
December 9, 2025 at 8:01 AM
[September 6th, 1980] After falling behind 9-0 at halftime, the University of Illinois football team rallied in the second half to defeat Northwestern 35-9. New head coach Mike White praised his team's resilience, noting that he used 62 of the 64 players dressed for the game.
[September 6th, 1980] Coventry City defeated Crystal Palace 3-1, with new signing Gerry Daly scoring two goals in five minutes to inspire the victory. Crystal Palace had taken the lead through Clive Allen, but Daly equalized and then put Coventry ahead. Coventry's third goal came from Blair.
1980/81 - Match Of The Day (Coventry v Crystal Palace, Sheff Utd v Swindon - 6.9.80)
Full 'Match Of The Day' programme with Jimmy Hill.
Coventry v Crystal Palace - Commentary by John Motson (Includes that infamous Clive Allen Goal, that never was!!)
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December 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Coventry City defeated Crystal Palace 3-1, with new signing Gerry Daly scoring two goals in five minutes to inspire the victory. Crystal Palace had taken the lead through Clive Allen, but Daly equalized and then put Coventry ahead. Coventry's third goal came from Blair.
[September 6th, 1980] Firing Line with William F. Buckley Jr.
Firing Line with William F. Buckley Jr.: Do We Need Religion or Religious Institutions?
Episode S0433, Recorded on September 6, 1980
Guest: Malcolm Muggeridge
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December 9, 2025 at 7:04 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Firing Line with William F. Buckley Jr.
[September 6th, 1980] Two Canadians, Garry Sowerby and Ken Langley, have set out on a 77-day, 26,514-mile drive around the world in an attempt to break the previous record of 102 days.
December 9, 2025 at 7:03 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Two Canadians, Garry Sowerby and Ken Langley, have set out on a 77-day, 26,514-mile drive around the world in an attempt to break the previous record of 102 days.
[September 6th, 1980] Advertisement: Sound Warehouse Records Tapes Video offers a wide selection of Beta & VHS films. Get $5 off the Mr. Bill Show with this coupon through September 13, 1980. Multiple locations available.
December 9, 2025 at 7:02 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Advertisement: Sound Warehouse Records Tapes Video offers a wide selection of Beta & VHS films. Get $5 off the Mr. Bill Show with this coupon through September 13, 1980. Multiple locations available.
[September 6th, 1980] Dick Clark interviews Billy Preston and Syreeta on American Bandstand. The artists talk about how they met, and about the process of partnering after being solo artists. Finally, Preston and Syreeta announce they are recording a duet album soon.
December 9, 2025 at 7:01 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Dick Clark interviews Billy Preston and Syreeta on American Bandstand. The artists talk about how they met, and about the process of partnering after being solo artists. Finally, Preston and Syreeta announce they are recording a duet album soon.
[September 6th, 1980] Penn State crushed Colgate 54-10 in their opening game, with quarterback Curt Warner scoring two touchdowns and running for 169 yards. The Penn State defense was strong, holding Colgate to just 10 points.
December 9, 2025 at 7:01 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Penn State crushed Colgate 54-10 in their opening game, with quarterback Curt Warner scoring two touchdowns and running for 169 yards. The Penn State defense was strong, holding Colgate to just 10 points.
[September 6th, 1980] Richmond's Kevin Bartlett will break the record for most VFL games played when he takes the field against the Blues today, but the team plans no special ceremony. Bartlett is focused on playing well and helping his team win, rather than seeking personal recognition.
December 9, 2025 at 6:04 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Richmond's Kevin Bartlett will break the record for most VFL games played when he takes the field against the Blues today, but the team plans no special ceremony. Bartlett is focused on playing well and helping his team win, rather than seeking personal recognition.
[September 6th, 1980] Don Imus, Dan Ingram, and Robert W. Morgan shared tips on building a successful deejay career during a lunch at the NAB conference. Ingram emphasized self-promotion and warned against imitating top deejays, while also advising caution with comedy or joke services.
December 9, 2025 at 6:03 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Don Imus, Dan Ingram, and Robert W. Morgan shared tips on building a successful deejay career during a lunch at the NAB conference. Ingram emphasized self-promotion and warned against imitating top deejays, while also advising caution with comedy or joke services.
[September 6th, 1980] Gary Bettenhausen won the Hoosier Hundred dirt-track race after moving up when a competitor's engine failed. He passed Steve Chassey and finished first, ending his dirt racing career with a major victory. Bettenhausen now leads the USAC dirt-track points championship.
December 9, 2025 at 6:02 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Gary Bettenhausen won the Hoosier Hundred dirt-track race after moving up when a competitor's engine failed. He passed Steve Chassey and finished first, ending his dirt racing career with a major victory. Bettenhausen now leads the USAC dirt-track points championship.
[September 6th, 1980] José Mari Bakero made his senior professional debut for Real Sociedad. He entered the match as a substitute at the age of 17 and played in 27 games during his first season.
December 9, 2025 at 6:01 AM
[September 6th, 1980] José Mari Bakero made his senior professional debut for Real Sociedad. He entered the match as a substitute at the age of 17 and played in 27 games during his first season.
[September 6th, 1980] Macalester University, which had lost 50 consecutive games, defeated Mount Senario College 17-14. Freshman Bob Kaye kicked a 23-yard field goal with 11 seconds left to secure the win, which marks the team's first victory since October 11, 1974.
December 9, 2025 at 6:00 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Macalester University, which had lost 50 consecutive games, defeated Mount Senario College 17-14. Freshman Bob Kaye kicked a 23-yard field goal with 11 seconds left to secure the win, which marks the team's first victory since October 11, 1974.
[September 6th, 1980] A freight train and a coal train collided in West Virginia, causing a massive explosion and killing three crew members. The crash involved Norfolk and Western trains, with debris and flames spreading into the Tug River.
December 9, 2025 at 5:04 AM
[September 6th, 1980] A freight train and a coal train collided in West Virginia, causing a massive explosion and killing three crew members. The crash involved Norfolk and Western trains, with debris and flames spreading into the Tug River.
[September 6th, 1980] Georgia Championship Wrestling
GCW August 30-September 6, 1980
This video right here!!!!!!! First we start with Dusty Rhodes wondering who Uvalde Slim was then we get the ICONIC Mr. Wrestling II/Assassin #1 importance of the mask promo which brings on the return…
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December 9, 2025 at 5:03 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Georgia Championship Wrestling
[September 6th, 1980] Susan Powell, a 21-year-old Oklahoma native, was crowned Miss America 1981. She won the title with her impressive operatic performance of "Lucy's Aria" and a $20,000 scholarship. Powell hopes to pursue a career in opera and musical theater.
December 9, 2025 at 5:02 AM
[September 6th, 1980] Susan Powell, a 21-year-old Oklahoma native, was crowned Miss America 1981. She won the title with her impressive operatic performance of "Lucy's Aria" and a $20,000 scholarship. Powell hopes to pursue a career in opera and musical theater.
[September 6th, 1980] A recent Associated Press survey found that grocery bills are rising due to the heat wave in the US. Prices of eggs increased by up to 61% in some cities, while the overall market basket bill rose 7% from July to August.
December 9, 2025 at 5:01 AM
[September 6th, 1980] A recent Associated Press survey found that grocery bills are rising due to the heat wave in the US. Prices of eggs increased by up to 61% in some cities, while the overall market basket bill rose 7% from July to August.
[September 6th, 1980] "Metal Mickey", a new TV show produced by London Weekend Television, premieres on ITV.
December 9, 2025 at 5:00 AM
[September 6th, 1980] "Metal Mickey", a new TV show produced by London Weekend Television, premieres on ITV.
[September 6th, 1980] South Korea's Martial Law Command has indicted 175 people on charges related to the Kwangju uprising last May, including opposition leader Kim Dae Jung. The indictments follow President Chun Doe Hwan's warning that politicians must cease to incite disorder, and may lead to the
December 9, 2025 at 4:04 AM
[September 6th, 1980] South Korea's Martial Law Command has indicted 175 people on charges related to the Kwangju uprising last May, including opposition leader Kim Dae Jung. The indictments follow President Chun Doe Hwan's warning that politicians must cease to incite disorder, and may lead to the