Bess Myerson first Jewish contestant crowned Miss America 80 years ago tonight (Sep 8 1945)


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(Saturday, September 8, 1945, late evening Eastern War Time)Bess Myerson of New York was crowned Miss America tonight in Atlantic City, New Jersey, becoming the first Jewish contestant to win the title.


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