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1983 - José Luis Sert, Spanish-US architect/urban developer, dies at age 80.

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1983 - Karnataka beats Bombay on first innings to win cricket Ranji Trophy.

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1983 - Death of Rebecca West, English-born writer (born 1892).

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1984 - John Lennon's single "I'm Stepping Out" is released (four years after his death).

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1984 - Tanzania adopts constitution.

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1984 - Tommy Cooper, comedian, collapses and dies on stage.

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1984 - 10th People's Choice Awards: Brooke Shields wins.

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1985 - Birth of Antti Autti; Finnish snowboarder.

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1985 - Larry Holmes TKOs David Bey in ten rounds for heavyweight boxing title.

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1985 - US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site.

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