In 1885, Wibsey Park, Bradford, was opened.
In 1961, the Ku Klux Klan fought with civil rights marchers in Montgomery, USA.
In 1969, Norwegian adventurer Thor Heyerdahl and a crew of seven set sail to cross the Atlantic in a reed boat named "Ra".
From the Telegraph & Argus of May 25th, 1976...
Richard Dunn's dreams of winning the world heavyweight boxing title were shattered as dawn broke over Munich today. Muhammad Ali, back to his brilliant best, beat the Bradford heavyweight on a technical knockout during the fifth round of the scheduled 15 round title fight in the Bavarian capital's futuristically styled Olympiahalle.
From the Telegraph & Argus of May 25th, 1951...
Agreement between Bingley Urban Council and the Ministry of Transport on the type of lantern construction and lighting control is all that is necessary to enable a start being made on the new lighting scheme from Crossflatts to the Keighley boundary. Park Road, Mornington Road, Chapel Lane, and Dubb Lane are to be lit by electricity at a total cost of £4,814.
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