In 1944, the German siege of Leningrad ended. It began in September 1941.
In 1967, the Boston Strangler, Albert DeSalvo, who said he murdered 13 women, was given a life sentence for assault and armed robbery.
25 years ago
Taken from the Telegraph & Argus of January 18, 1983...
Teenager Naomi Atherton will fulfil a dream by taking part in the Proms in August.
Last week Naomi, of Heaton Grove, Heaton, Bradford, successfully auditioned for the National Youth Orchestra playing the French horn.
50 years ago
Taken from the Telegraph & Argus of January 18, 1958...
Bradford Baths Committee plans for new swimming baths in Harrogate Road, which have been under discussion for more than a year, have again been deferred. The committee had put off the decision after they had examined an alternative scheme which would save £125,000.
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