September 15, 1981 – The John Bull becomes oldest operating locomotive
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August 11, 1980 – Frank Sinatra drives the first 1981 Chrysler Imperial off assembly line
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May 22, 1969 – Racing movie “Winning,” starring Paul Newman, debuts
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