What happened on June 11, 1972?

Headlines from June 11, 1972

• 🐎 Riva Ridge Wins – Riva Ridge won the $155,900 Belmont Stakes by seven lengths, captivating 54,635 spectators at Belmont Park.
• 🏆 Texas Nine Triumphs – The Texas Longhorns rallied from 8-0 down to defeat Ole Miss 9-8 in the College World Series.
• 🌍 U.N. Grants Aid – The United Nations announced a $250 million assistance package over five years to support 16 countries' economic growth.
• 🏅 Harvard Fundraising Success – Harvard Business School raised a record $1,085,000 in its annual fundraising campaign.
• 🎨 Panda Attraction – Two giant pandas, LingLing and Hsing-Hsing, became top tourist attractions in Washington, outdrawing major landmarks.
• 🎓 Barbara Jordan's Milestone – State Senator Barbara Jordan became the first black woman to serve as Acting Governor of Texas.
• 🏛️ Kissinger in Japan – Henry Kissinger began talks with Japanese leaders to address U.S.-Japan relations following Nixon's recent visit.
• 📚 Book Wholesalers Unite – Book wholesalers formed a group to gain a voice in the publishing industry, seeking better representation.
• 🌱 Nature Preserve Planned – Woodmere Lake is expected to be designated as a nature preserve by the Hempstead Town Board.
• 📈 Higher Wholesale Prices – Rising wholesale meat prices have led to fewer supermarket specials, increasing food costs for households.