25 years ago: A new bridge was put in place over the Leeds-Liverpool canal near Five Rise Locks in Bingley. The bridge was paid for by Airedale Boat Club to make it easier for members to access the clubhouse.
50 years ago: Airline Aer Lingus revealed plans to fly from Leeds-Bradford Airport to New York, via Dublin.
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1882: Jesse James, the legendary American outlaw, was shot in the back by one of his own gang.
1987: The late Duchess of Windsor's jewels fetched £31 million at auction.
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