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- Dow Jones drops 192.25 pts
- In the Central African Republic, soldiers fire on foreign peacekeepers in the third major rebellion since May
Famous Deaths
- "Wino" Willie Forkner, American biker (Wild One), dies of a heart attack at 77
Betty Shabazz (1940-1997)
American educator and civil rights activist who was the widow of Malcolm X, dies from burns suffered in a fire started by her young grandson at 63
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About June 23, 1997
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer
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#1 Song: I'll Be Missing You - Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112
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