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November 8, 1977

Today In History

Ed Koch defeats Mario Cuomo to become NYC Mayor

Edward Koch was born on December 12, 1924, in the Bronx, New York. He served in World War II and worked as a lawyer before entering New York City politics, eventually getting elected to Congress. He won the New York City mayoral election in 1977 and served for three terms. His administration was credited with rescuing the city from the edge of financial ruin while also facing much controversy due partially to racial unrest and rampant governmental corruption. Koch became a media figure and commentator. He died on February 1, 2013, at age 88.

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Heading west in the late 1800s
Relive the 1970 NBA Finals, when Willis Reed's comeback inspired the Knicks to the championship
Knicks Win NBA Championship in 1970 - With Bill Russell retiring after the 1969 season, the NBA Eastern Division was finally open to all contenders, and the New York Knickerbockers took full advantage and finished in first place with 60 wins. They were led by MVP Willis Reed, First team All-Star Guard Walt Frazier, Forwards Dave DeBusschere and Bill Bradley, and guard Dick Barnett. Coach Red Holzman emphasized team defense, a cohesive team offense and a deep bench led by Mike Riordan, Dave Stallworth, and Cazzie Russell. In a devastating moment to the team, Willis Reed was injured in the finals, and almost everyone thought the Knicks championship run was over. In one of the most inspirational and memorable sports moments of all time, just before Game 7 of the NBA Finals an injured Willis Reed emerged onto the Madison Square Garden floor shortly before tip-off. He dragged his injured leg on to the floor playing just a few minutes before retiring to the bench for the rest of the game. The emotionally rejuvenated Knicks beat the Lakers that night 113–99 to win the championship.
Memorable Moments in College Football History
Song of the Day
The Beatles | Want To Hold Your Hand | Performed Live On The Ed Sullivan Show 2/9/64
TOP MUSICAL HITS FROM 1964 1. I Want To Hold Your Hand, Beatles 2. She Loves You, Beatles 3. Where Did Our Love Go, Supremes 4. Oh, Pretty Woman, Roy Orbison 5. I Get Around, Beach Boys 6. Everybody Loves Somebody, Dean Martin 7. My Guy, Mary Wells 8. People, Barbara Streissand 9. Last Kiss, J. Frank Wilson & The Cavaliers 10. Hello, Dolly!, Louis Armstrong
Here is an intro from the popular 1970s TV series of Wonder Woman starring Lynda Carter
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Yellowstone National Park

Who is your favorite female movie star?

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Which show won Best Director in a film series at the 1956 Emmy Awards?

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Nicknamed Sudden Sam, Who am I ?

Pitcher Sam McDowell of the Cleveland Indians

The most common invention of the 19th century was the washing machine.

Name the world's largest ocean.  Pacific.

Audrey Hepburn

TV Show of the Day
The Rolling Stones appear on The Mike Douglas Show in 1964
Audrey Hepburn Interview - 1991
The Final Out - Rico Petrocelli cathes the final out - The "Impossible Dream" – the 1967 Boston Red Sox Win the AL pennant
Interview of the Day
Lucille Ball & Barbara Walters: An Interview of a LifeTime
Carnegie Deli Opens on Seventh Avenue in New York City on March 11, 1937
The Orgel family has just opened their deli for the neighborhood. The Pastrami and Corned Beef sandwiches are larger than any deli I have ever been to in the city. The sandwich prices are fair; 50 cents. The pickles are crisp and sour, the coleslaw is fresh, and the chopped liver is delicious. Carnegie Deli is featuring recipes from Eastern Europe. There are 40 seats and a small counter.

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Lucille Ball

Voices with a very special message to deliver

Billie Holiday

Bob Dylan and Joan Baez

Carole King

Don Mclean

Bruce Springsteen

Billie Holiday

Bob Dylan and Joan Baez

Carole King

Don Mclean

Bruce Springsteen

Classic Sports Moments

Carlton Fisk’s 12th Inning Home Run in Game 6 – 1975 World Series

Dwight Clark – Simply known as THE CATCH

On October 8, 1956, in Game 5 of the 1956 World Series, Don Larsen of the New York Yankees threw a perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers

Pete Rose bowls over Ray Fosse in the 1970 All-Star Game

Hank Aaron Hits # 715 in Atlanta to break Babe Ruth’s HR record

Carlton Fisk’s 12th Inning Home Run in Game 6 – 1975 World Series

Dwight Clark – Simply known as THE CATCH

On October 8, 1956, in Game 5 of the 1956 World Series, Don Larsen of the New York Yankees threw a perfect game against the Brooklyn Dodgers

Pete Rose bowls over Ray Fosse in the 1970 All-Star Game

Hank Aaron Hits # 715 in Atlanta to break Babe Ruth’s HR record

Collectible Editions

You have a choice of three versions of our collectible edition to select from. 52-pages, 100-pages (special oversized edition) and our 104-page version (hard cover). Enjoy your stroll down memory lane!



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With this unique kick, Who was this star pitcher ?

Juan Marichal

Which state is the most thickly forested, with 89.8 percent of its land area classified as wooded by the U.S. Forest Service? Maine. It's followed by New Hampshire, at 88.1 percent, and West Virginia, with 77.5 percent.

Oscar the Grouch used to be orange. Jim Henson decided to make him green before the second season of Sesame Street. How did Oscar explain the color change? He said he went on vacation to the very damp Swamp Mushy Muddy and turned green overnight.

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