1974:
- Richard Nixon became the first President to resign before being impeached.
- President Ford unconditionally pardoned Nixon, with barely a peep from anyone.
- Muhammad Ali became only the second heavyweight to regain the Championship over George Foreman in the "Rumble in the Jungle".
- Stephen King published his first novel, "Carrie".
- Inflation was >11%.
- Average income was $13,900.
- National Speed limit reduced to 55mph.
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