1980/1985 News
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- [May 13th, 1985] 7:28 PM EDT: Police carry out two children alive from the scene. Four MOVE members escape to alley; police capture one, spokeswoman Ramona Africa. #history #OTD #1980s
- [May 13th, 1985] 6:45 PM EDT: The fire spreads uncontrollably, destroying 61 homes and leaving around 250 people homeless. Firefighters are instructed to focus on protecting neighboring properties rather than extinguishing the MOVE house fire. #history #OTD #1980s
- [May 11th, 1985] 3:40 PM BST: Television commentator John Helm notes a small fire in the main stand, describing it as a "glowing light" three rows from the back of block G. #history #OTD #1980s
- [May 11th, 1985] 3:04 PM BST: The match between Bradford City and Lincoln City kicks off at Valley Parade stadium. #history #OTD #1980s
- [May 11th, 1985] Manchester City beat Charlton 5-1, easing their way to a potential First Division promotion. City scored three goals in four minutes in the second half, securing their lead. Young players Paul Simpson and David Phillips played key roles in the win. #history #OTD #1980s
- [May 11th, 1985] Chester Gould, creator of Dick Tracy, died at 84 from congestive heart failure at his home in Woodstock, Illinois. He created the comic strip in 1931, featuring futuristic gadgets and crime-solving heroics. #history #OTD #1980s
- [May 11th, 1985] Night Ranger releases their single "Sentimental Street" www.youtube.com/watch?v=has6... #history #OTD #1980s
