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Bruce Jenner gold medal... Olympics decathlon...
Item #596731
July 31, 1976
THE NEW YORK TIMES, July 31, 1976
* Bruce Jenner
* Decathlon gold medal
* Summer Olympics
In the sport's section (page 15) has a six column headline: "Jenner Triumphs in Decathlon, Breaks World Mark" with 3 related photo. (see photos) 1st report coverage on Bruce Jenner winning the gold medal in the decathlon at the Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics. This ... See More
Dorothy Hamill wins Olympic gold...
Item #596794
February 14, 1976
THE NEW YORK TIMES, February 14, 1976
* Dorothy Hamill wins Olympic gold medal
* Figure Skating - Ice Capades fame
The front page has a two column photo of Dorothy Hamill in action with caption: "Triumph At Innsbruck"
Page 13 has a six column headline: "Miss Hamill Skates to Gold Medal in Olympics". This is 1st report coverage on Dorothy Hamill winning the ... See More
Death of Sal Mineo, from the city where he lived & died...
Item #644980
February 13, 1976
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 13, 1976
* Sal Mineo death (1st report)
* "Rebel Without A Cause" movie film actor
* John "Plato" Crawford opposite James Dean
Page 3 has a one column heading: "Sal Mineo Knifed to Death in West Hollywood" with a photo of him. (see) Great to have this report in a newspaper from the capital of the entertainment industry as well as ... See More
Patty Hearst is captured and found guilty...
Item #631940
September 18, 1975
PHOENIX GAZETTE, Sept. 18, 1975 and the ARIZONA REPUBLIC, Phoenix, March 21, 1976.
* Patty Hearst, convicted bank robber, captured
* Newspaper heiress, socialite, actress & kidnap victim
* Simbonese Liberation Army SLA - Sentencing
A nice pair of issues almost 3 years apart with headlines: "PATTY HEARST CAPTURED!" and: "PATTY HEARST GUILTY" respectively. Fron... See More
Death of Jack Benny...
Item #619947
December 27, 1974
HERALD EXAMINER, Los Angeles, December 27, 1974
* Jack Benny death
* American entertainer
The banner headline announces the death of one of the more famous actor/comedians of the day: "JACK BENNY DIES" with: "Comedian Victim of Stomach Cancer" A front page photo of him as well. Nice to have this report in a newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry.
I... See More
President Richard Nixon resigns...
Item #606682
August 9, 1974
DAILY NEWS--EXTRA, New York City, August 9, 1974
* President Richard Nixon
Bold two line headline on the front page: "NIXON QUITS" and a one sentence report from Washington: "President Nixon announced his resignation tonight in a TV address to the nation. Vice President Gerald R. Ford will become 38th President tomorrow." (see)
Complete in 28 pages, tabloid-size, very n... See More
O.J. Simpson passes 2,000 yards...
Item #575591
December 17, 1973
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, December 17, 1973
* O. J. Simpson breaks season rushing record... 1st to go over 2,000 yard mark
* Buffalo Bills - NFL football
This 28 page newspaper has a six column headline on page 13: "O.J.'s Odyssey Ends at 2003" with nice photo of Simpson running off the field after the game.
A historic NFL record that is still unmatc... See More
Nixon chooses Ford...
Item #550548
October 13, 1973
DAILY NEWS, New York, New York, October 13, 1973 The front page of this tabloid issue carries the headline "NIXON'S CHOICE IS GERALD FORD" with the subhead "Congress Chiefs Applaud Pick". The article within the issue has "President Names Gerald Ford" "Nixon Reveals Veep in TV Address" "Fight Looms Over New VP". Other news of the day is al... See More
Miracle in the Andes... Flight 571 rescue...
Item #631667
December 23, 1972
THE NEWS AND OBSERVER, North Carolina, December 23, 1972
* Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571
* Miracle in the Andes rescue (1st report)
* Rugby team - airplane crash - "Alive"
Page 10 has a five column heading: "16 Survive Ordeal in Andes" First report coverage continues on page 8 with photo of the rugby team. This story was featured in the movie &q... See More
Cesar Cedeno...
Item #566073
August 19, 1972
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, August 19, 1972
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting world, its 40+ pages are simply filled with the latest news in American sports, including a front page photo which was the highlight of the week. The top names and events of all American sports eventually found their way in the pages of The Sporting News.
* Cesar Cedeno
The fr... See More
Vertigo opening day Advertisement...
Item #601010
May 28, 1972
THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 28, 1958
* Opening day of original "Vertigo" movie ad
* Alfred Hitchcock best film ?
* James Stewart - Kim Novak
This newspaper has a significant & historic advertisement for the movie "Vertigo" on page 35. This advertisement is on the opening day the movie made it's premiere making it a great addition for any mov... See More
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar...
Item #554739
April 15, 1972
THE SPORTING NEWS, from St. Louis, Missouri, dated April 15, 1972
* Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
* Lewis Alcindor
* Nice for display
Full front page has a color photo of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in a Milwaukee Bucks uniform, on the bench taking a break during a game. Has a full page report inside.
This issue is loaded with various port's news within its 56 pages. Nice condition.
wikipedia n... See More
"The Godfather" movie advertisement...
Item #595808
March 18, 1972
THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 18, 1972
* 1st week of original "The Godfather" movie ad
This newspaper has a significant & historic advertisement for the movie "The Godfather" on page 18. This advertisement is in the issue on the 4th day when the movie made it's premiere making it a great addition for any movie memorabilia collection.
The movie ad measures 3 x 3 in... See More
Godfather opening day Advertisement...
Item #598621
March 14, 1972
THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 14, 1972
* Opening day of original "The Godfather" movie ad (eve)
This newspaper has a significant & historic advertisement for the movie "The Godfather" on page 51. This advertisement is for the opening day the movie made it's premiere making it a great addition for any movie or gangster memorabilia collection. The movie wou... See More
Jim Morrison death... The Doors...
Item #647868
July 9, 1971
THE NEW AND OBSERVER, Raleigh, North Carolina, July 9, 1971
* Jim Morrison death
* The Doors
Page 27 has a one column heading: "Rock Singer Morrison Reported Dead at 26" First report coverage on the mysterious death of The Door's lead singer, Jim Morrison.
wikipedia notes: Due to his wild personality and performances, he is regarded by critics and fans as one of the most i... See More
Louis Armstrong "Satchmo" Death....
Item #637286
July 6, 1971
THE HAYS DAILY NEWS, Kansas, July 6, 1971
* Louis Armstrong death (1st report)
* Trumpeter, composer & singer - Jazz
Page 3 has a two column heading: "Louis Armstrong, Jazz Great, Dies". (see)
Complete in 10 pages, a few binding holes along the spine, good condition.
1st official Space Station...
Item #582838
April 20, 1971
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, April 20, 1971
* Salyut 1 space station (1st ever)
* Initial launch (1st report)
This 42 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 9: "Soviets Launch Satellite Seen as Space Station" with related artist sketch. This tells of the launch of Salyut 1 which would officially become the 1st space station with the arrival of Soy... See More
Charles Manson girls found guilty....
Item #620464
January 27, 1971
THE PRATT TRIBUNE, Kansas, January 27, 1971
* Charles Manson & girls found guilty w/ photo
Near the bottom of the front page is a photo with a caption headed: "Manson Girls' Found Guilty" with just a bit of text. (see) They are Patricia Krenwinkel, Susan Atkins, and Leslie Van Houten.
Complete inn 10 pages, nice condition.
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* Charles Manson & girls found guilty w/ photo
Near the bottom of the front page is a photo with a caption headed: "Manson Girls' Found Guilty" with just a bit of text. (see) They are Patricia Krenwinkel, Susan Atkins, and Leslie Van Houten.
Complete inn 10 pages, nice condition.
Charles Manson murder trial in 1970....
Item #564593
August 7, 1970
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, August 7, 1970
* Charles Manson murder trial
* Actress Sharon Tate
* Court room antics
This 10 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 2: "Manson Trial Witness Hysterical Over Photo".
See photos for text.
Also another two column headline on the same page: "Disneyland Puts Ban On Any Long-Haired Visitors".... See More
Charles Manson murder trial in 1970....
Item #566504
August 6, 1970
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, August 6, 1970
* Charles Manson murder trial
* Actress Sharon Tate
* Court room antics
This 10 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 2: "Manson 'Girls' Employ New Tactic For Mistrial".
See photos for text.
Other news of the day throughout. Some tiny binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.... See More
The trial of Charles Manson begins...
Item #616765
June 16, 1970
THE NEW YORK TIMES, June 16, 1970
* Charles Manson & girls trial begins
* Sharon Tate - LaBianca murders
Page 20 has a three column heading: "July Selection in Manson Case to Begin Today" with subhead: "Up to 300 Candidates May Be Examined for Trial That Could Last 6 Months" Coverage on the murder trial of Charles Manson and his 3 women followers at it's start.
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College football title argument in 1970...
Item #566405
January 2, 1970
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, January 2, 1970 This 38 page newspaper has a four column photo at the bottom of the front page with heading: "Football Reigns Supreme on TV".
Page 39 has a nice banner headline: "Texas Conquers Notre Dame, 21-17" and more with photos..
Also, page 40 has a banner headline: " Penn State Turns Back Missouri, 10-3&... See More
Charles Manson charged with murder...
Item #568545
December 12, 1969
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, December 12, 1969
* Charles Manson charged with murder (1st report)
* Manson Family of hippies
* Sharon Tate slayings
This 72 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 10: "Manson Arraigned In Tate Murders" with photo of Manson taken into custody. (see)
Tells of Charles Manson's indictment for murder in t... See More
Charles Manson and followers indicted in Sharon Tate slayings...
Item #568764
December 9, 1969
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, December 9, 1969 This 42 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Six Cultists Indicted In Tate Slaying Spree". This tells of 'Manson Family' indictments for murder in the Sharon Tate murders.
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
Texas or Penn State in 1969... Convictions for Sharon Tate murders... Mickey Mantle's hero...
Item #568765
December 9, 1969
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, December 9, 1969 This issue contains a photo of the six persons convicted in the Sharon Tate slayings. Page 7 contains a three column headline: "Texas Rated No. 1; Penn State Second" which tells of the end of the 1969 college football season contro versy between Texas and Penn State. Mentions in the report of Richard Nixon g... See More
Charles Manson indicted for murder... Sharon Tate...
Item #596108
December 9, 1969
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 9, 1969
* Charles Manson indicted for murder
* Manson Family of hippies
* Sharon Tate
The front page has one column headings: "SIX ARE INDICTED IN TATE SLAYINGS" and "Leader and Five in 'Family' Cited by Los Angeles Jury". 1st report coverage on Charles Manson's indictment for murder in the Sharon Tate and LaBianc... See More
Charles Manson Murders...
Item #566233
December 4, 1969
THE PARSONS SUN, Parsons, Kansas, December 4, 1969
* Charles Manson
* Manson & 4 others arrested for murder
This 16 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 4: "Hippie Leader Key Figure".
Tells of the arrests of the murderers of Sharon Tate and rest.
Other news of the day throughout. Few binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wiki... See More
Charles Manson Murders in 1969...
Item #569752
December 3, 1969
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, December 3, 1969
* Charles Manson murders
* Sharon Tate & more
* Recent arrests made
This 32 page newspaper has a one column photo of Charles Manson on the front page with caption: "Cult Leader?"
Also a two column head near the bottom of the front page: "Tate Slaying Suspect In Concord"
Other news of ... See More
Charles Manson Murders in 1969...
Item #570174
December 3, 1969
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, December 3, 1969
* Charles Manson murders
* Susan Atkins
* Sharon Tate
This 8 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Hippie Clan Is Suspect in Killing Sharon Tate"
Early reporting on the arrests in the famous Hollywood area murders
Other news of the day throughout. Some small binding holes alo... See More
Charles Manson murders... Sharon Tate...
Item #596134
December 3, 1969
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 3, 1969
* Charles Manson murders
* Tex Watson - Spahn Ranch
* Sharon Tate
On the front page of section 2 (page 29) has a two column heading:
"3 Suspects in Tate Case Tied to Guru and 'Family'" with related photos. Early reporting on the arrests in the famous Hollywood area murders
Other news, sports and advertisements o... See More
Charles Manson Murders in 1969
Item #568993
December 2, 1969
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts MA December 2, 1969
* Charles Manson murders
* Sharon Tate murders
* Watson & Krenwinkel arrested (1st report)
This 18 page newspaper has a three column headline at the bottom of the front page:
* Nomadic Hippies Held In Tate Multiple Deaths
Other news of the day throughout. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: On ... See More
Charles Manson Murders in 1969...
Item #570483
December 2, 1969
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, December 2, 1969
* Charles Manson
* Sharon Tate murders
* Watson & Krenwinkel arrested (1st report)
This 8 page newspaper has a three column headline at the bottom of the front page: "Suspects Identified"
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: On December 1, 1969,... See More
Shirley Temple Black is appointed to the United Nations...
Item #614970
August 30, 1969
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Russell, Kansas, August 30, 1969 The front page carries a one column, two line headline "Nixon Appoints Shirley Black". "Shirley Temple Black, a curly-haired movie moppet turned suburban housewife and ardent Republican, was appointed to the U.S. delegation to the United Nations by President Nixon Friday...".
Other news, sports and advertisements a... See More
The Woodstock Music Festival...
Item #582786
August 18, 1969
THE NEWS & OBSERVER, Raleigh, North Carolina, August 18, 1969
* Woodstock music festival
* Bethel, New York
* Prime of the hippie generation
Page 11 has a two column head at the top of the page: "Rock Fans Begin Festival Exodus" with the article beginning: "Tired, thirsty, hungry and dirty, thousands of youngsters began the weary trek Sunday from the rock music fes... See More
Tate & LaBianca murders...
Item #598873
August 12, 1969
THE NEW ANS OBSERVER, Raleigh, North Carolina, August 12, 1969
* Sharon Tate - LaBianca murders
* Charles Manson & followers
The front page has a three column heading:"Caretaker at Estate Released; More Bizarre Slayings Studied"
with photo of a scene in front of the LaBianca home. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 24 pages, very min... See More
Sharon Tate murdered...
Item #582849
August 11, 1969
THE NEWS AND OBSERVER, Raleigh, North Carolina, August 11, 1969
* Sharon Tate - LaBianca murders
* Charles Manson & followers
This 28 page newspaper a six column headline near the bottom of the front page: "Second Suspect Sought in Hollywood Slayings" report continues on page two with related photo (see photos).
Other news of the day throughout including ... See More
Charles Manson and the Tate-LaBianca murders...
Item #632550
August 11, 1969
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, Aug. 11, 1969 The front page has a one column heading: "California Search On In Slayings" which is an early report of the brutal murders & actress Sharon Tate and four others which, in time, would be linked to Charles Manson and his "family". A separate article on page 5 is headed: "Macabre Murders Mount In Los Angeles Distri... See More
John Lennon marries Yoko Ono....
Item #596349
March 21, 1969
THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 21, 1969
* John Lennon & Yoko Ono wed (1st report)
* The Beatles
Page 42 has a small and somewhat discrete one column heading at the bottom of the page: "John Lennon Marries Yoko Ono in Gibraltar" which is a 1st report here. Unfortunate and surprising that this report was hidden like this in the famed New York Times, but it is what it is, st... See More
Paul McCartney marries Linda Eastman....
Item #596500
March 13, 1969
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, March 13, 1969
* Paul McCartney gets married (1st report)
* The Beatles - Linda Eastman
Page 4 has a two column heading: "Matrimony Captures Last Bachelor Beatle"
with photo. (see photos) 1st report coverage on Beatles great, Paul McCartney, marring Linda Eastman in London, England.
Other news, sports and advertisements... See More
Peggy Fleming wins Olympic Gold!
Item #649330
February 24, 1969
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 24, 1968
* Peggy Fleming wins Olympic Gold!
The front page has: "Peggy Fleming - Olympic Queen," which tells of the page 11 featured report: "Olympic Victory Worth the Grind, Peggy Declares," with considerable details of her Olympic Gold Medal showing. Included is a related 4 by 6 inch photo. Peggy earned the U.S.'s onl... See More
A two-issue set...
Peggy Fleming clinches path to Olympic Gold!
Item #649331
February 8, 1969
THE PARSONS SUN, Parsons, Kansas, February 8 & 9, 1968 (two issue set)
* Peggy Fleming clinches path to Olympic Gold!
The first issue has, in the Sports Section: "U.S. Ice Queen Has Wide Lead," with supporting text which tells of her having clinched a path to Olympic Gold victory. The issue of the day after also has the related article: "Peggy Is In Class By Herself."... See More
Super Bowl New York Jets vs. Baltimore Colts...
Item #561763
January 14, 1969
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, January 14, 1969
* Super Bowl NFL football New York Jets vs. Baltimore Colts
* Quarterback Joe Namath
* Most famous upset in football history
This 12 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 6: "Jets Return Hailed By Jubilant New York Fans".
Tells of the homecoming of the New York Jets after beating the mighty Baltimore Colts. J... See More
The Heidi Game (Bowl)....
Item #637366
November 18, 1968
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, November 18, 1968
* The Heidi Game - Bowl
* Oakland Raiders vs. New York Jets
* Rare piece of NFL football folklore
Near the bottom of the front page is a one column heading: "'Heidi' Throws Pro Gridders For a Loss" (see) The sport's section has reporting on this notable game. I suspect not many issues were kept as this event beca... See More
Actor Franchot Tone death....
Item #631134
September 18, 1968
HERALD EXAMINER, Los Angeles, September 18, 1968
* Franchot Tone death (1st report)
* Stage, film and television actor
The front page has a nice banner headline announcing: "FRANCHOT TONE DIES" with subheads and photo. (see) More on page 2. Great to have this death report in a newspaper from the capital of the entertainment industry. Nice for display.
Complete 1st section only wi... See More
Wilt Chamberlain trade...
Item #562069
July 6, 1968
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, July 6, 1968
* Wilt Chamberlain trade
* Philadelphia 76ers - Los Angeles Lakers
* NBA basketball
This 12 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 6: "Report Wilt Traded For Lakers' Trio, Cash". Tells of the historic NBA basketball trade by the Philadelphia 76ers to the Los Angeles Lakers involving Wilt Chamberlain.
Other news of th... See More
Only U.S. Gold Medal in 1968 Winter Games...
Peggy Fleming Olympic gold...
Item #563998
February 8, 1968
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, February 8, 1968
* Peggy Fleming to win Olympic gold medal
* Figure Skating - Ice Follies
This 6 page newspaper has a nice four column headline on page 4: "Peggy Fleming Virtually Clinches Olympic Medal" See photos for text.
Other news of the day. A few small binding holes along spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikip... See More
12th Street riot (Detroit) of 1967....
Item #629654
July 24, 1967
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, July 24, 1967
* 12th Street Riot, Detroit, Michigan
This 18 page newspaper has a two line, two column headline on the front page: "Detroit Ripped By Race Riots". Other news of the day throughout.Minor margin browning, otherwise in nice condition.
* 12th Street Riot, Detroit, Michigan
This 18 page newspaper has a two line, two column headline on the front page: "Detroit Ripped By Race Riots". Other news of the day throughout.Minor margin browning, otherwise in nice condition.
source: wikipedia: The 12th Street Riot in Detroit began in the early morning ho
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Death of movie star Vivien Leigh...
Item #631193
July 8, 1967
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, July 8, 1967
* Vivien Leigh death (1st report)
* "Gone with the Wind" fame
Near the bottom of the front page is a small one column heading: "Actress Vivien Leigh Dies Following Illness" (see) An early, same day report here.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 8 pages, a few small binding holes along spine, ... See More
Jayne Mansfield killed in crash...
Item #621139
June 29, 1967
THE PARSONS SUN, Kansas, June 29, 1967
* Jayne Mansfield killed in car crash
* Hollywood actress and Playboy Playmate
The front page has a three column heading "Road Crash Kills Jayne" with caption: "Actress and two Men Die" and photo. (see) 1st report coverage on the automobile accident that killed famous actress Jayne Mansfield.
Other news, sports and advertisements o... See More
Death of actress Jayne Mansfield...
Item #645402
June 29, 1967
HERALD EXAMINER, Los Angeles, June 29, 1967
* Jayne Mansfield killed in car crash
* Hollywood actress and Playboy Playmate
* Best title to be had ? - great for display
The large banner headline announces: "JAYNE MANSFIELD DIES; Actress Killed in Car Crash" with a subhead and large (and gruesome) photo. More on pages 2 and 4 (see). Terrific to have this report in a Los Angel... See More
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