Images: a #TBT look back at January 1972
January of 1972 was a time to remember for many reasons nationally and locally.
According to Wikipedia, the first scientific hand-held calculator (HP-35) was introduced (price $395). Iberia Airlines Flight 602 crashed into a 1,515-foot peak on the island of Ibiza; 104 are killed. U.S. President Richard Nixon ordered the development of a Space Shuttle program.
Locally, The coldest day of 1972 was Jan. 15, with a low of -15.
A new Dominick's Grocery store was in the works, and local children were learning the foundation of science and math.
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The Dominick food store construction in Wheeling was big news back then.
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The Fred Rebechini Sculpture in Park Ridge.
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The Annual food and clothes drive in Elk Grove brought in lots of good stuff.
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The kids dance program in Des Plaines was a popular class.
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A man and his miniature homes in Des Plaines was a big story.
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The practical math class at Holmes Jr high in Wheeling was a big hit with the kids.
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New Chrysler building in Elk Grove was a site to see in 1972.
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Nom D'Amour Beauty Shop in January of 1972.
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The Olympic Trials in Wisconsin attracted visitors from all over.
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An open classroom in Rolling Meadows High School.
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Pre-Fab house construction in Des Plaines was a big thing.
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Fiddlers restaurant in Mount Prospect was a good place to eat.
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Science Class in Schaumburg was a great place to be.
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Bingo in Rolling Meadows looked like fun.
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A truck loading salt in Des Plaines.
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Vandalism at Harper Community College in Palatine in January 1972.
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