New York Daily News – January 30, 1980 – Iran Hostages Escaped, Jimmy Durante Dies (SOLD)

Description

Status: Previously sold. This original newspaper is no longer available.

This listing documents an original New York Daily News newspaper from Wednesday, January 30, 1980.
The front page covers several major national and international stories, including developments in the Iran Hostage Crisis,
changes to New York City police patrol policies, and the death of legendary entertainer Jimmy Durante.

Front-page headlines include:
“Canadians Slip 6 Yanks Out of Iran”
“City Suspends One-Cop Cars”
“Jimmy Durante Dies at 86”

The front page features a photograph of a suspect connected to the killing of a New York City police officer, alongside
additional coverage of international diplomacy and American cultural milestones.

Publication details:
Volume 61, Number 188.
Complete 64-page issue.

Notable contents include:

• Iran Hostage Crisis Escape – Coverage of six Americans secretly sheltered at the Canadian Embassy in Tehran
  and safely smuggled out of Iran using Canadian passports.
• NYPD Patrol Policy Change – Reporting on the suspension of one‑officer patrol cars following the killing of
  Officer Cecil Sledge, requiring officers to patrol in pairs.
• Death of Jimmy Durante – Obituary coverage and centerfold photo tribute celebrating the life and career of
  the beloved comedian and entertainer.
• Energy & Infrastructure – Announcement that New York State approved coal‑fired power generation plans
  on Long Island instead of nuclear development.
• Sports Coverage – Back‑page boxing photography featuring Frank D’Anna landing a punch on Juan Canacho.
• Period Advertising & Culture – Movie ads including Star Trek: The Motion Picture,
  The Jerk, Breaking Away, and Silent Scream, along with automotive ads for 1980 model vehicles and
  television listings such as Bob Newhart and Charlie’s Angels.

Together, these articles provide a detailed snapshot of life in the early 1980s, spanning global politics, policing,
entertainment, and everyday American culture.

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Condition at time of sale:
Excellent used condition for a newspaper more than 40 years old. Minor discoloration and light edge wear consistent with
original newsprint were present. All 64 pages were included at the time of sale.
Please review listing photos for exact condition details.

Learn more about the publication:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Daily_News

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