What happened on December 22, 1985?

Headlines from December 22, 1985

• 🏛️ Winslow Homer Show Set – The National Gallery of Art will celebrate Winslow Homer's 150th birthday with an exhibition of 100 watercolors next spring.
• 🇺🇸 Japanese Trade Concessions – Japan agrees to $260 million in trade concessions to address U.S. concerns over unfair trade practices, announced by the Reagan Administration.
• ⚖️ Philippine Voting Approved – The Philippine Supreme Court allows presidential elections on February 7, easing concerns over the continuation of Marcos' rule.
• 🏆 Georgia Southern Wins – Georgia Southern clinches the NCAA Division I-AA championship with a thrilling 44-42 victory over Furman.
• 🎨 Ailey Dance Tradition – The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater presents 'In the Black Tradition,' showcasing works derived from black American history.
• 🏅 Olympic Medalists Win – Four American boxing medalists from the 1984 Olympics achieve victories in their professional bouts, continuing their successful careers.
• 📚 Museum's Religious Exhibit – The Suffolk County Historical Society Museum opens a new exhibition tracing religious awakenings on Long Island.
• 💼 New Jersey's Tech Push – New Jersey's Commission on Science and Technology aims to enhance economic development through advanced technology.
• 🌍 Uganda's Recovery Efforts – Uganda seeks to recover from its troubled past, highlighting its fertile land and potential for a brighter future.
• 📈 REITs Show Growth – Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) see a rise in assets, indicating a recovery in the real estate market.