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Bobo Beamon long jump record...
Item #565605
October 19, 1968
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, October 19, 1968
* Bob Beamon record long jump
* 1968 Olympics
* Mexico City
This 8 page newspaper has a four column headline on page 3:
"United States Takes The Lead In Medal Race At Mexico Olympics"
Included in the text is the 1st report of Bob Beamon's famous record breaking long jump. (see)
Other news of... See More
Jackie Kennedy Onassis in 1968...
Item #565606
October 21, 1968
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, October 21, 1968
* Jackie Kennedy marries Aristotle Onassis
This 10 page newspaper has front page headlines: "Newlyweds Seek Privacy, Elusive Rays of Sun", "Jackie to Retain Compound Home" with related photo and caption: "Beaming Couple"
Tells of the wedding of Jackie Kennedy and Aristotle Onasssis.
Other
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* Jackie Kennedy marries Aristotle Onassis
This 10 page newspaper has front page headlines: "Newlyweds Seek Privacy, Elusive Rays of Sun", "Jackie to Retain Compound Home" with related photo and caption: "Beaming Couple"
Tells of the wedding of Jackie Kennedy and Aristotle Onasssis.
Other
Hank Greenberg wins MLB MVP...
Item #565648
October 21, 1935
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, October 21, 1935
* Hank Greenberg wins AL MVP
* Detroit Tigers
This 40 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 24:
"GREENBERG VICTOR IN BASEBALL VOTE" "Writers Unanimously Select Him as 'Most Valuable' in American League"
Tells of Hank Greenberg of the Detroit Tigers winning the American League most valuable ... See More
HMS Poseidon submarine sinking... 1st report...
Item #565664
June 10, 1931
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, June 10, 1931
* HMS Poseidon submarine sinking (1st report)
* United Kingdom Royal Navy
This 26 page newspaper has a two column headline at the bottom of the front page: "British Sub Destroyed, Two Killed, 18 Missing" with subhead: "Naval Craft Sinks After Collision With Merchant Ship in China Sea"
Other news of t... See More
Clara Bow quits movie career...
Item #565665
June 09, 1931
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, June 9, 1931
* Hollywood actress Clara Bow
* Quits movies
This 28 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Clara Bow, Ill, Quits Her Career In Movies" with subhead. (see) Tells of famous Hollywood actress Clara Bow quitting due to mental illness.
Other news of the day. Light browning with little margin wear, otherwise in ... See More
Babe Ruth will retire....
Item #565675
August 11, 1934
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany NY New York, August 11, 1934
* Babe Ruth announces retirement w/ photo
* New York Yankees
* MLB baseball
This 16 page newspaper has two column headlines on page 11: "Current Season Marks End Of Ruth's Playing Career" and "Babe Will Retire as Regular at Close of 1934 Campaign; Uncertain About Future in Baseball" with nice photo of Ruth. (... See More
1st Transatlantic flight... Graf Zeppelin German airship...
Item #565680
October 12, 1928
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, October 12, 1928
* D-LZ127 Graf Zeppelin German airship
* 1st Transatlantic flight
This 22 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Storms Drive Zeppelin South; Not to Arrive Before Monday; Now on Course Via Bermuda" with subheads. (see photos)
Other news of the day throughout. few, small binding holes along the spine, oth... See More
Wiley Post around the World flight...
Item #565685
July 21, 1933
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, July 21, 1933
* Wiley Post Around World (1st solo) flight
* Early airplane - aviation
This 16 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Wiley Post Resumes His World Jaunt".
Other news of day throughout. Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise in nice condition.
source: wikipedia: After the record-setti... See More
Penn State wins Orange Bowl...
Item #565688
January 02, 1969
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Russell, Kansas, January 2, 1969
* Penn State Nittany Lions
* Joe Paterno as coach
* Kansas Jayhawks
* Orange Bowl - college football
This 6 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 4: "KU Nipped on Final Play".
Tells of the game between Penn State Nittany Lions and the Kansas Jayhawks.
Other news of the day. Some spine wear, otherwise ... See More
Wiley Post and Harold Gatty... Around the World...
Item #565755
June 29, 1931
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany, New York, June 29, 1931
* Wiley Post and Harold Gatty
* 1st flight around the World in airplane
* During flight reporting
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include:
* POST AND GATTY END LAST HOP OVER SIBERIA
* Round World Fliers to Take Off Today for Flight to Nome, Most Hazardous of Their Entire Journey
and mor... See More
Ohio State Penitentiary Diaster Of 1930...
Item #565759
April 24, 1930
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, April 24, 1930
* Ohio State Penitentiary fire
* Columbus OH Prison
This 18 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "3,000 Ohio Convicts Threaten War; To Kill Guards Unless Let Loose; All But 14 Fire Sick Quit Beds" with subhead. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Few binding holes alo
... See More
* Ohio State Penitentiary fire
* Columbus OH Prison
Other news of the day throughout. Few binding holes alo
Death of the King... Special Number Issue...
Item #565768
February 16, 1952
THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, Special Number - The Death of King George VI", England, February 16, 1952 The cover features a photo of King George VI surrounded by a pint in purple ink. The pages within relate to the life of the king with a great wealth of photos.
Complete in 56 pages, very nice condition.
Eddie Rickenbacker plane crash...
Item #565773
February 28, 1941
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, February 28, 1941
* Eddie Rickenbacker airplane crash disaster
* World War I ace pilot
This 40 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "7 DEAD, 9 INJURED IN CRASH OF PLANE OUTSIDE ATLANTA" with subheads that include: "Rickenbacker Is Injured" "World War Ace in Serious Condition..." and more. (see)
Lengthy... See More
New York Yankees 1st World Series...
Item #565775
October 11, 1921
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, October 11, 1921
* New York Yankees 1st World Series
* Babe Ruth not playing (injured)
This 12 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "GIANTS LEADING IN TERRIFIC BATTING BEE IN SIXTH GAME", "E. MEUSEL, SNYDER AND FEWSTER MAKE HOMERS" and more with lineup. (see) More in the sport's section.
Other ne... See More
East Texas Oil Field Conflict...
Item #565782
August 18, 1931
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Taunton, Massachusetts, August 18, 1931 This 24 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "TEXAS POLICE CHECK UP ON WELL CLOSING" "1,200 Troopers Visit All Oil Producers in Area Shut Down"
Other news of the day including reporting on Jack Dempsey's divorce ordeal with photo. (see) Light browning with some spine wear, otherwise good.... See More
War on Iraq begins... In a military newspaper...
Item #565805
January 17, 1991
THE STARS AND STRIPES--EXTRA, "Authorized Unofficial Publication for the U.S. Armed Forces", January 17, 1991
* War of Iraq begins
* Desert Storm
* Best title to have in ?
The bold banner headline proclaims: "WAR ERUPTS" and beneath which is: "Air Armada Hammers Iraq" with further text.
The bottom half of the front page is a photo of an F-15 Eagle being ref... See More
1st East to West Atlantic flight....
Item #565854
September 02, 1930
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, September 2, 1930
* 1st East to West Atlantic Ocean flight (more difficult)
* Dieudonne Costes & Marice Bellonte
* Europe to United States in airplane (1st time)
This 44 page newspaper has a nice three column headline on the front page: "COSTE IS NEARING THE AMERICAN COAST, GOING 100 MILES AN HOUR, AIDED BY WIND; SWERVES SOUTH, DUE HERE THIS EVENING&q... See More
1st Dole air race in 1927....
Item #565899
August 18, 1927
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 18, 1927
* 1st Dole Air Race
* Early aviation - airplanes
* Woolaroc - Art Goebel
This 16 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "42 Ships Combing Pacific For 2 Lost Hawaii Planes; Goebel Wins, Jensen Second" with subheads. (see) Tells of the very 1st Dole Air Race from Oakland Ca to the Hawaiian Islands.
Other n... See More
Hotel Colonial fire...
Item #565904
January 31, 1921
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, January 31, 1921 This 28 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "12 DEAD IN HOTEL FIRE; TWO INQUIRIES BEGIN IN HOBOKEN" "Seven Bodies Identified" "Shoes, Rings and Scorched Remnants of Clothing Give Clues in Several Cases" and more. (see)
Light browning with some spine wear, otherwise good.... See More
Ted William's 500th home run...
Item #565938
June 18, 1960
THE PARSONS SUN, Parsons, Kansas, June 18, 1960
* Ted William 500th career home run (HR)
* Boston Red Sox
* MLB baseball
This 12 page newspaper has a two column photo on page 10 referring to Ted Williams 500th career home run with some text. (see)
Also a one column headline: "Ted to Quit At End of Year"
Other news of the day. Some spine wear, otherwise in good condition.... See More
World War II Allies Land on Sicily....
Item #565939
July 10, 1943
WILMINGTON MORNING STAR - Extra, Wilmington, North Carolina, July 10, 1943 This 8 page newspaper has a nice two-line banner headline on the front page: "SECOND FRONT OPENED IN EUROPE AS EISENHOWER THROWS TROOPS AGAINST ENEMY-OCCUPIED SICILY" with subheads and related photo. (see)
Light browning with small stain and minor spine wear, otherwise in nice condition.
... See More
Light browning with small stain and minor spine wear, otherwise in nice condition.
Early aviation flights in 1911....
Item #565950
August 17, 1911
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Atlanta, Georgia, August 17, 1911
* Early airplane flight
* Powered aviation at it's beginning
This 14 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "AVIATOR IS DRAGGED FROM THE VERY EDGE OF A WATERY GRAVE" with subheads on the International Aviation Meet in Chicago Illinois.
Other news of the day. Usual browning with little margin wear,... See More
1st Siamese Twins Separation success....
Item #565958
September 18, 1953
THE TIMES PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, September 18, 1953
* 1st Siamese twins to be separated successfully
* Medical history is made - Surgery - Surgeon
This 58 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Separated Twins' Chances for Survival Held 'Good'" with subhead: "Pair Is Unjoined in Two Hour, 15-Minute Surgery" and nice photo of the parents. ... See More
Poseidon sinking...
Item #566003
June 11, 1931
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, June 11, 1931
* HMS Poseidon submarine sinking
* United Kingdom Royal Navy
This 30 page newspaper has one column headlineS at the bottom of the front page:
* 8 MAY ESCAPE 'SUB' PRISON
* Rescue Fight Is Pressed; In Yellow Sea
Other news of the day. Light browning with little margin wear, otherwise in good condition. Should be handled with care.
wi... See More
Gangster Jack 'Legs' Diamond convicted...
Item #566028
August 09, 1931
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Nebraska, August 9, 1931
* Gangster Jack 'Legs' Diamond guilty
* USS Akron (ZRS-4) maiden launch
This 32 page newspaper has a two column headline at the bottom of the front page:
* Legs Fail 'Legs' This Time; Convicted on Two Counts
Also one column headlines on page 2 that include:
* AIRSHIP AKRON IS CHRISTENED BY MRS. HOOVER
and more. (see)
Other news of ... See More
Philadelphia Athletics vs. New York Giants...
Item #566041
October 26, 1911
SPRINGFIELD DAILY REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, October 26, 1911
* Philadelphia Athletics vs. New York Giants
* World Series
* Eddie Collins, Christy Mathewson, Chief Bender
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include:
* GIANTS GAME IN 10TH
* HEAVY HITTING DOES IT
* Doyle Fails To Touch Plate
and more with box score... See More
Bobby Valentine...
Item #566053
March 06, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 6, 1989
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.
* Bobby Valentine
The f... See More
Danny Ferry, Sean Elliott, Pervis Ellison, and Stacey King... College Player of the Year...
Item #566055
February 27, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 27, 1989
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.
* Danny Ferry, Sean El... See More
Chris Jackson...
Item #566057
February 20, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 20, 1989
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.
* Chris Jackson
The... See More
Battle of the Big 10...
Item #566059
February 13, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 13, 1989
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.
* Battle of the Big 10... See More
A.L. to Fay: Keep the DH...
Item #566061
March 04, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 4, 1991
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.
A.L. to Fay: Keep the DH
... See More
Richmond beats Syracuse in NCAA Tournament...
Item #566062
March 25, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 25, 1991
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.
* Richmond beats Syracuse... See More
Professional sports expansion...
Item #566064
March 18, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 18, 1991
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.
* Professional sports exp... See More
Jim Palmer...
Item #566065
March 11, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 11, 1991
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.
* Jim Palmer
The front... See More
Bernard King after serious knee injury...
Item #566069
February 25, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 25, 1991
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.
* Bernard King after k... See More
Rick Pitino...
Item #566070
February 18, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 18, 1991
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.
* Rick Pitino
The f... See More
K.J. Johnson... Magic Johnson...
Item #566071
February 11, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 11, 1991
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.
* K.J. Johnson
* Magi... 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
Milwaukee Brewers vs. California Angels...
Item #566074
October 11, 1982
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, October 11, 1982
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.
* Milwaukee vs. Califor... See More
1st week of 1992 baseball season...
Item #566076
April 20, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, April 20, 1992
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.
* 1st week of 1992 baseba... See More
Reds and Blue Jays picked as the favorites for World Series by TSN...
Item #566077
April 06, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, April 6, 1992
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.
* Reds and Blue Jays picke... See More
NCAA Tournament...
Item #566078
March 30, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 30, 1992
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.
* NCAA Tournament
The ... See More
Mark Messier...
Item #566079
March 23, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 23, 1992
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.
* Mark Messier
The fro... See More
1955 World Series...
Item #566085
October 04, 1955
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, October 4, 1955
* Brooklyn Dodgers
* New York Yankees
This 44 page newspaper has a banner headline on page 21: "Yanks Fall Like Bomb on Bums, Score 5 in First Inning to Win, 5-1, and Even Series" and other related headlines with photos and box scores. (see)
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in goo... See More
Benito Mussolini takes over....
Item #566116
October 30, 1922
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, October 30, 1922
* Benito Mussolini initial rise to power
* March on Rome
* Government take over
This 28 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
* KING VICTOR BOWS TO FASCISTI POWER; CALLS MUSSOLINI
* National Chief Is Summoned to Rome to Head the New Cabinet
* Legions Mass Near Rome
and more. (see) Tells of Benito Mussolini taking c... See More
RMS Mauretania launched....
Item #566131
July 29, 1938
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, July 29, 1938 This 34 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 6 that include: "NEW MAURETANIA SLIDES INTO WATER" "100,000 Sees the 34,000-Ton Liner Named by Wife of Cunard White Star Head" and more with relate photo. (see)
Tells of the launch of the RMS Mauretania which was the first Ocean Liner under the newly formed Cunard White... See More
Cal Poly football airplane crash...
Item #566143
October 30, 1960
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, from Detroit, Michigan dated October 30, 1960
* California Polytechnic State University
* Cal Poly
* Football team plane crash (1st report)
This 40+ page newspaper has a nice two line banner headline on the front page:
* 18 in Football Squad Die In Toledo Airliner Crash
with subheads. (see)
Tells of the Cal Poly football team airplane crash.
Other news ... See More
A record of the construction of the Panama Canal...
Item #566155
January 01, 1914
CANAL RECORD, Ancon, Canal Zone, 1914 This small-size periodical from the Isthmus of Panama is an interesting newspaper published by the "Isthmian Canal Commission", given free of charge to employees of the Commission & the Panama Railroad Company. It lasted for several years documenting the construction of the Panama Canal, considered one of the finest engineering achiev... See More
Diamond Jim Brady...
Item #566161
June 14, 1914
THE NEW YORK TRIBUNE'S GOTHAM WEEKLY GAZETTE, June 14, 1914
* Diamond Jim Brady
A small 4 page weekly with small news tidbits & a full bkpg. cartoon: "Dose Rottencommon Kids" (see), with a brief front page item: "Diamond Jim Brady who was on the ailing list last week is reported as some better at this writing." Irregular at the spine, 8 by 11 inches, nice.... See More
1972 Chicago commuter rail crash....
Item #566171
October 31, 1972
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, October 31, 1972
* 1972 Chicago commuter rail crash (1st report)
This 24 page newspaper has a five column headline on page 3: "Chicago rail Tragedy kills 44" with caption: "Passengers tell of crash horror". Tells of the Chicago commuter rail crash. See photos for text.
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spin... See More
Sammy Baugh throws 6 TD passes...
Item #566172
November 01, 1943
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, November 1, 1943
* Quarterback Sammy Baugh 6 TD's
* Washington Redskins
* NFL football
This 36 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 21: "BAUGH PASSES SINK BROOKLYN, 48 TO 10", "Redskins' Star Hurls Six for Touchdowns, New Record..." with smaller subheads, lineup and stats of the game. (see photos)
Tells of Washington Reds... See More
Benito Mussolini speech.....
Item #566176
November 02, 1936
THE NEW YORK TIMES, November 2, 1936
* Benito Mussolini speech
* Italy & Germany like an "Axis"
This 42 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include:
* MUSSOLINI URGES PARIS AND LONDON TO ENTER ACCORD
* Warns Britain He Will Fight Any Move to Take His Rights in the Mediterranean
and more. (see) Tells of a speech given by Benito Mussolini where... See More
1st Dole air race in 1927....
Item #566196
August 16, 1927
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 16, 1927
* 1st Dole Air Race
* Early aviation - airplanes
* Woolaroc - Art Goebel
This 16 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "Nine Planes at Starting Line For U. S. - Hawaiian Flight; Aviators Await Fog Lifting" with subheads. (see photos) Tells of the very 1st Dole Air Race from Oakland Ca to the Hawaiian Island... See More
Mummies uncovered in Egypt....
Item #566208
July 10, 1938
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Detroit, Michigan, July 10, 1938 This 30+ page newspaper has two column headlines near the bottom of the front page: "20,000 Mummies Unearthed in Egyptian City of the Dead" "Burial Ground Cut from Rock Covers Acres; Valuable Inscriptions Adorn Walls".
See photos for complete text.
Other new s of the day including reporting on Howard Hughes' a... See More
San Francisco Giants are born...
Item #566212
August 20, 1957
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, August 20, 1957
* San Francisco Giants are born
* New York to West Coast
* MLB baseball
This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 5: "N. Y. GIANTS DECIDE TO RELOCATE FRANCHISE IN SAN FRANCISCO" with smaller subheads. (see photos)
Tells of the official decision to move the New York Giants to San Francisco fo... See More
Pancho Villa surrenders...
Item #566230
July 30, 1920
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Atlanta, Georgia, July 30, 1920
* Francisco 'Pancho' Villa surrendering
* Mexican rebel bandit
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "VILLA YIELDING TO QUIET MEXICO" "Notorious Leader Says He Is Surrendering Because Country Needs Peace for Reconstruction"
Tells of the impending surrender of t... See More
Newark NY race riots....
Item #566232
July 16, 1967
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, July 16, 1967
* Newark New Jersey NJ riots
This 88 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Newark Violence Hits New Areas" with related photo. (see photos)
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in nice condition.
wikipedia notes: The unrest came to a head when two white Newark policemen arr... See More
Charles Manson Murders...
Item #566233
December 04, 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
New York Yankees 1st World Series... Babe Ruth out for the game...
Item #566238
October 10, 1921
FITCHBURG DAILY SENTINEL, Massachusetts, October 10, 1921
* New York Yankees 1st World Series
* NY Giants
This 16 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "YANKEES PASS GIANTS IN FOURTH".
Rare to see such a nice front page headline like this especially as the gamer was in progress at time of publication.
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning wi... See More
Barry Bonds... Michael Jordan in ad...
Item #566249
May 04, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, May 4, 1992
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.
* Barry Bonds
The front p... See More
Tony Gwynn...
Item #566250
May 11, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, May 11, 1992
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.
* Tony Gwynn
The front p... See More
Clyde Drexler...
Item #566251
May 18, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, May 18, 1992
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.
* Clyde Drexler
The fron... See More
Lenny Harris...
Item #566252
May 25, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, May 25, 1992
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.
* Lenny Harris
The front... See More
Terry Porter...
Item #566253
June 01, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, June 1, 1992
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.
* Terry Porter
The front... See More
Jeff Reardon...
Item #566254
June 08, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, June 8, 1992
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.
* Jeff Reardon
The front... See More
"Pitt's Defense Buries 'Em"...
Item #566256
November 08, 1982
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, November 8, 1982
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.
* "Pitt's Defense ... See More
Ronald Reagan elected California governor...
Item #566280
November 09, 1966
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, November 9, 1966
* Ronald Reagan elected
* California governor
This 20 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 2: "Ronald Reagan In Easy Win Over Democrat Opponent". Tells of the election of Ronald Reagan as the new governor of California.
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.... See More
Chicago Bears 30 game win streak ends...
Item #566282
November 06, 1933
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, November 6, 1933
* Chicago Bears 30 game win streak ends
* Bronko Nagurski
* NFL football
This 40 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 25: "Boston Checks Chicago Bears' Air Attack To Topple Unbeaten Pro Champions, 10-0" with lineups. (see photos)
Tells of the 30 game unbeaten streak of the Chicago Bear coming to an end in a loss b... See More
1954 Farmington WV mining disaster...
Item #566325
November 14, 1954
SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, November 14, 1954
* Farmington, West Virginia
* Coal mine explosion disaster
This 40+ page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "Fear 16 Killed in Coal Mine Blast in West Va." with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.... See More
Jim Marshall wrong way run....
Item #566328
October 26, 1964
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, October 26, 1964
* Jim Marshall runs the wrong way
* Minnesota Vikings
* NFL football
This 22 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 8: "Vikings' Marshall Goofs" which reports various NFL games from the previous day with report of Jim Marshall's famous wrong way run. See photos for text.
Other news of the day thro... See More
1st Baseball Commissioner takes control...
Item #566335
November 13, 1920
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, November 13, 1920
* Kenesaw Mountain Landis
* 1st MLB baseball commissioner
This 24 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
* BASEBALL PEACE DECLARED; LANDIS NAMED DIRECTOR
* Chicago Jurist Is Appointed a One-Man Court of Last Resort for Major Leagues
* Landis Retains Old Post
and more with smaller subheads. Tells of the very 1st MLB ... See More
Nazi occupation of France complete....
Item #566336
November 12, 1942
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, November 12, 1942
* All of France under German control
* World War II - WWII
* Adolph Hitler - Nazis
This 42 page newspaper has a banner headline on the front page: "AXIS IN SOUTH FRANCE, FLEET'S FATE A MYSTERY" with subheads that include: "MARSEILLE TAKEN" "Nazis Overrun All France as Hitler Tears Up Armistice Pact" and more... See More
Printed in limited numbers...
Item #566388
May 12, 1942
THE STALKER, May 12, 1942
* Rare United States Military issue
* World War II
This is a crudely done military newspaper from early in World War II, produced on a mimeograph machine. A single sheet measuring 8 1/2 by 13 inches.
Various war-related news with the back page taken up with a war-themed poem. Nice condition.... See More
Jewish Holocaust begins....
Item #566394
March 27, 1933
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany, New York, March 27, 1933
* Jewish boycott beginning
* Holocaust start
This 14 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Beating of Jews In Germany Over, Is Report of Hull" with subheads and photo of Hermann Goering. (see photos) The headline suggests that the boycott on Jews was a one time thing and it was over with, when in fact
... See More
* Jewish boycott beginning
* Holocaust start
This 14 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Beating of Jews In Germany Over, Is Report of Hull" with subheads and photo of Hermann Goering. (see photos) The headline suggests that the boycott on Jews was a one time thing and it was over with, when in fact
World Series Championship... Front page coverage...
Item #566400
October 03, 1934
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, October 3, 1934
* St. Louis Cardinals vs. Detroit Tigers
* MLB baseball World Series
This 8 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "CARDINALS LEAD, 8 TO 1; SIXTH INNING" with related photos, lineup and inning by inning reporting. More inside.
Other news of the day. Light browning ... See More
College football title argument in 1970...
Item #566405
January 02, 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
Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig with opening day homers...
Item #566424
April 19, 1929
THE DETROIT NEWS, from Detroit, Michigan dated April 19, 1929
* Babe Ruth
* Lou Gehrig
* Opening day home runs
This 72 page newspaper has two column column headlines on the front page of the sport's section (page 37):
* RUTH STAGES HIS OWN OPENING DAY
* Babe Crashes His First Homer of the Year in First Game
Tells of the Yankees opening day at Yankee Stadium for the year 1929 in whic... See More
U.S. military newspaper in Japanese...
Item #566438
February 13, 1952
382d NEWS, a U.S. military newspaper done by the Information and Education Section of the "382nd General Hospital," Feb. 13, 1952 This is the "Japanese Edition" with all text in Japanese save for the masthead. Four pages, paper clipped together. Nice condition.
Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse...
Item #566450
November 08, 1940
THE NEWS, Frederick, Maryland, November 8, 1940
* Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse (1st report)
This 14 page newspaper has one column headlines on the back page (pg. 14): "$6,400,000 Bridge Falls" "Opened Last July; World's Third Longest". Other news of the day. Light browning with little spine wear, otherwise in good condition.... See More
Adolph Hitler Gains total power in 1934....
Item #566452
August 18, 1934
THE BURLINGTON FREE PRESS, New York, August 18, 1934
* Adolph Hitler gains total supremacy
* Dictator power - wants more
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "Hitler Asks Approval For Secession" and more. (see)
Other news of the day throughout.
* Adolph Hitler gains total supremacy
* Dictator power - wants more
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "Hitler Asks Approval For Secession" and more. (see)
Other news of the day throughout.
Small library label within
Franklin D. Roosevelt...
Item #566459
June 17, 1935
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, June 17, 1935
* Franklin D. Roosevelt
* New Deal - Congress
This 38 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "PRESIDENT SETS UP NEW NRA AND PICKS STAFF TO RUN IT; $300,000,000 WHITE COLLAR AID" with many subheads. Tells of congress accepting Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal.
Other news of the day. Light browning, otherwise in... See More
Joe DiMaggio hits 3 Home Runs in a Row...
Item #566477
June 14, 1937
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, June 14, 1937 This 38 page newspaper has two column headlines on page 15 that include: "DiMaggio Smashes 3 Homers in Nightcap, Which Is Called to Make Train..." and more with box scores. Nice to have in this NYC title.
Other news of the day. Usual browning with little margin wear and tear, otherwise good.
Ted Williams last game with Home Run...
Item #566487
September 29, 1960
THE PARSONS SUN, Parsons, Kansas, September 29, 1960 This 16 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 14 (sport's page): "Williams Retires On a High Note" with caption: "Homer Last Time at Bat" with nice related photo and career stats. Tells of the last game played by the great Ted Williams in which he hit a home run in his final career at bat. Other news of the d... See More
KKK march on Washington DC....
Item #566490
August 10, 1925
THE NEW YORK HERALD, August 10, 1925
* Ku Klux Klan - KKK
* March of the nation's capital
This 22 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
* 200 Join Klan As Fiery Cross Lights Capital
* Pickpockets in Hoods of Order Reap Harvest as Thousands Witness Ceremony on the Potomac
Tells of the Ku Klux Klan march on Washington D.C.
Other news of the day. Usual browning w... See More
Green Bay Packers in 1940....
Item #566497
November 18, 1940
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, November 18, 1940
* Green Bay Packers
* 1st to travel by airplane
* NFL football
This 38 page newspaper has a five column headline on page 24: "Early Touchdown by Giants Defeats Packers" with subheads, photo and stats. (see photos)
Though not mentioned in the reporting of this game, this was the very first time a professional football team tr... See More
Watts riots in California...
Item #566503
August 13, 1965
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, August 13, 1965 This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "News Reporter Has Chance To View Riot From Inside". Tells of the Watts riots in Los Angeles California. Other news of the day.
Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
Charles Manson murder trial in 1970....
Item #566504
August 06, 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
German battleship Tirpitz sunk...
Item #566509
November 14, 1944
THE NEWS, Frederick, Maryland, November 13 & 14, 1944
* German Battleship Tirpitz sunk
* British Royal Navy and Air Force
The November 13th issue has one column headlines on the front page that include: "Tirpitz Hit Again By Earthquake RAF Bombs" which is a early report of the initial attack. (see)
The November 14th issue has a two column headline on th... See More
Sandy Koufax announces retirement...
Item #566519
November 19, 1966
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, November 19, 1966 This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 3: "Alston Sad About Sandy But Is Not Pessimistic". Tells of Sandy Koufax announcing his retirement due to arthritis in his left elbow.
Other news of the day. Small binding holes along the spine, otherwise good.
Roberto Clemente wins NL MVP....
Item #566520
November 16, 1966
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, November 16, 1966
* Roberto Clemente wins NL MVP award
* Pittsburgh Pirates
This 18 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 5:
"National League MVP Awarded To Clemente"
Tells of Pittsburgh Pirates star Roberto Clemente winning the National League Most Valuable Player award for the 1966 baseball season.
O... See More
Chuck Klein & Jimmie Foxx MVPs....
Item #566542
October 19, 1932
THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 19, 1932 This 42 page newspaper has a banner headline on page 23:
* Two Philadelphia Players Judged Most Valuable in Major Leagues During 1932
with subheads that include: "KLEIN AND FOXX WIN PLAYER AWARDS" "Gehrig Again Runner-Up" and more with photos of Klein and Foxx. (see)
Tells of Jimmie Foxx and Chuck Klein winning the MVP award ... See More
Israel hits 1,000,000 population...
Item #566565
November 21, 1949
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, November 21, 1949
* State of Israel hits 1,000,0000
* Jewish - Jews - Judaica
This 46 page newspaper has a somewhat discrete one column headline on page 5: "Israel Jewish Population Increases to 1,000,000".
Tells of the population of the newly acquired Jewish state hitting the one million mark. Although a small report, it is still a 1st report.
... See More
Cassius Clay... Muhammad Ali....
Item #566578
November 23, 1965
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, November 23, 1965
* Cassius Clay
* Muhammad Ali
* Floyd Patterson
* Heavyweight boxing title fight
This 44 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Clay Wins on TKO in 12th" with subheads and action photo. (see)
Also a nice banner headline on page 34 reads: "Clay Keeps Heavyweight T... See More
Steve Spurrier wins Heisman trophy...
Item #566579
November 23, 1966
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, November 23, 1966
* Steve Spurrier wins Heisman
* Florida Gators
* NCAA college football
This 38 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 29: "Heisman Trophy Goes To Florida's Spurrier" with related photo. (see)
Tells of the now famous college football coach for the South Carolina Gamecocks winning the Heisman Trophy as a pla... See More
Sugar Ray...
Item #566582
November 22, 1982
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, November 22, 1982
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.
* Sugar Ray
The fro... See More
"The Late, Great 1988"...
Item #566585
February 23, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 23, 1989
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.
* "The Late, Grea... See More
San Francisco wins their third Super Bowl of the decade...
Item #566586
January 30, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 30, 1989
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.
* San Francisco wins th... See More
Jimmy Rodgers...
Item #566588
January 23, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 23, 1989
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.
* Jimmy Rodgers
The ... See More
Super Bowl Issue... Bengals vs. 49ers in Super Bowl XXIII...
Item #566589
January 16, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 16, 1989
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.
* Super Bowl Issue
T... See More
Of Mice and Men opens in theater version....
Item #566590
November 23, 1937
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, November 23, 1937 This 48 page newspaper has under "NEWS OF THE STAGE" on page 26: "Of Mice and Men' Opens This Evening" telling of the opening night for the stage (theater) version of this famous novella. This would be the first mention of this novella in non book form.
Also a small one column advertisement on the same page for the openin... See More
Neal Anderson...
Item #566591
January 09, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 9, 1989
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.
* Neal Anderson
The f... See More
Jackie Joyner-Kersee...
Item #566592
January 02, 1989
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 2, 1989
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.
* Jackie Joyner-Kersee
... See More
Poon Lim survival told for 1st time....
Item #566593
May 25, 1943
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, May 25, 1943
* Poon Lim - Chinese merchant sailor
* Lost at sea for 132 days and survives
This 44 page newspaper has a small discrete one column headline on page 12: "Tells of 132 Days on Raft".
Which is actually the first report of Poon Lim's amazing ordeal in the South Atlantic. This actually happened a month or so earlier but this is when it... See More
Neil Lomax and J.T. Smith...
Item #566594
December 12, 1988
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, December 12, 1988
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.
* Neil Lomax and J.T. ... See More
Notre Dame wins over Southern California...
Item #566596
December 05, 1988
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, December 5, 1988
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.
* Notre Dame wins over ... See More
Boomer Esiason...
Item #566599
November 21, 1988
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, November 21, 1988
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.
* Boomer Esiason
Th... See More
Vinny Testaverde...
Item #566601
November 14, 1988
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, November 14, 1988
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.
* Vinny Testaverde
... See More
George Ackles...
Item #566602
January 14, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 14, 1991
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.
* George Ackles
The ... See More
Brett Hull...
Item #566603
January 21, 1991
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 21, 1991
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.
* Brett Hull
The fro... See More
Portland Trail Blazers...
Item #566606
December 10, 1990
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, December 10, 1990
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.
* Portland Trail Blaze... See More
"The Godfathers"...
Item #566607
December 17, 1990
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, December 17, 1990
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.
* "The Godfathers... See More
1947 Macy's Day Parade...
Joe Dimaggio's 3rd MVP award....
Item #566616
November 28, 1947
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, November 28, 1947
* Joe DiMaggio wins his 3rd MVP award
* New York Yankees - Yankee Clipper
* Macy's Day Parade coverage
This 46 page newspaper has a banner headline on page 36: "Joe DiMaggio Named Most Valuable American League Player for Third Time" with subheads that include: "YANKEE STAR LEADS WILLIAM BY POINT" "DiMaggio Selecte... See More
WWII Makin Island captured...
Item #566618
November 28, 1943
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, November 28, 1943
* Makin Island fully captured
* Japanese suicide mission
This 70+ page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Enemy Ended Makin Fight In Weird Suicide Attacks" and more. (see)
Tells of Makin Island being being fully captured by the allies and that the Japanese gave a last ditch eff... See More
U.S. wartime food rationing ends....
Item #566619
November 24, 1945
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, November 24, 1945
* Wartime food rationing ends in U.S.
* Post World War II era
This 32 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Red-Point Rationing Ends; Supplies Found Adequate" and more. (see) Tells of the end of the U.S. World War II era food rations.
Other news of the day throughout. Rag edition in great condit... See More
1951 Woodstock AL train crash...
Item #566624
November 26, 1951
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, November 26, 1951
* Woodstock AL Alabama
* Train - railroad - locomotives
This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Search for Additional Victims In Wreck Which Takes 18 Lives"
Tells of the train collision at Woodstock Alabama.
Other news of the day. Light browning with minor spine wea... See More
Battle of Makin begins....
Item #566632
November 22, 1943
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, November 22, 1943
* Battle of Makin begins
* Gilbert Islands
* World War II - WWII
This 40 page newspaper has a nice six column headline on the front page: "AMERICANS LAND ON TWO GILBERT ISLANDS COVERED BY MIGHTY SEA AND AIR FLEETS" with subheads and related map. (see)
Tells of the beginning of the Battle of Makin. Other news of the day throughou... See More
Byrd's flight over South Pole...
Item #566667
November 29, 1929
THE NEW YORK TIMES, November 29, 1929
* Aviator Richard Evelyn Byrd
* South Pole flight begins
* Ernie Nevers makes NFL record in scoring
This 44 page newspaper has a great three line banner headline on the front page: "COMMANDER BYRD OFF ON FLIGHT TO THE SOUTH POLE; RADIO REPORTS 'ALL IS WELL' AT 6:30 A.M., 8 HOURS OUT; PASSES SLEDGE PARTY ON THE TRAI... See More
Baseball player's salaries...
Item #566692
December 31, 1990
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, December 31, 1990
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.
* "Prescription f... See More
"Managers in the Making"...
Item #566693
June 29, 1992
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, June 29, 1992
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.
* "Managers in the Ma... See More
Philadelphia Phillies in 1950 pennant...
Item #566729
October 02, 1950
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Taunton, Massachusetts, October 2, 1950
* Philadelphia Phillies win National League pennant
* The Whiz Kids
* MLB baseball
This 14 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 12: "Sisler's Homer Gives Phillies First League Pennant In 35 Years".
Tells of the Philadelphia Phillies winning the National League pennant for the MLB baseball 1950 se... See More
Elston Howard becomes 1st Black Yankee...
Item #566733
April 15, 1955
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, April 15, 1955
* Elston Howard 1st black starter (1st report)
* New York Yankees
* MLB baseball
This 40 page newspaper has various baseball reports on the opening week of the 1955 season on pages 33 & 34.
Page 34 has historic one column headline that reads: "Howard First Negro To Play for Yanks In Regular Game" which tells of Elston ... See More
85 year old Connie Mack foot race challenge....
Item #566750
April 05, 1948
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, April 5, 1948
* Connie Mack & Clark Griffith
* 90 yard foot race after challenge by Mack
* MLB baseball
This 44 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 27: "MACK AND GRIFFITH RACE TO DEAD HEAT" and "Deadlock in 90-Foot Sprint as Senators Top Athletics in Exhibition, 7 to 5".
Tells of the 85 year old Connie Mark in a foot rac... See More
1st legal Sunday baseball in Philadelphia....
Item #566783
April 09, 1934
THE NEW YORK TIMES, April 9, 1934 This 36 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 22: "Phils Defeat Athletics, 8-1 in Inaugural Of Legal Sunday Baseball in Pennsylvania" with box scores. (see)
Tells of the very first legal MLB baseball game in Philadelphia on a Sunday. This was an exhibition game between the Philadelphia Phillies and Athletics at Shibe Park. See photo... See More
Albert Einstein in 1933...
Item #566797
March 30, 1933
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, March 30, 1933
* Albert Einstein is anti Hitler
* Jewish Boycott beginning
This 8 page newspaper has a one column headline on the back page: "PROF. EINSTEIN TO RENOUNCE HIS CITIZENSHIP" which tells of Albert Einstein disapproving the recent actions against the Jews in Nazi Germany. (see photos for text)
Other news... See More
French steamer St. Philbert sinks...
Item #566805
June 15, 1931
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, New York, June 15, 1931
* St. Philbert sinks
* St. Nazaire France
This 14 page newspaper has a very nice banner headline on the front page: "500 ARE DROWNED WHEN SHIP SINKS" with subheads. (see) Tells of the French steamer St. Philbert sinking off of St. Nazaire France.
Other news of the day. Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise in goo... See More
Pete Rose breaks MLB hits record...
Item #566812
September 12, 1985
KANSAS CITY KANSAN, Kansas, September 12, 1985
* Pete Rose - Cincinnati Reds
* Breaks Ty Cobb record
This 10 page newspaper has a banner headline on page 5: "Bye, Bye, Ty; Rose owns all-time mark" which of course tells of Pete Rose breaking the all time MLB baseball hits record that was held by Ty Cobb.
Other news of the day. Very nice condition save for a ... See More
Charles Nungesser Transatlantic Flight Try In 1927...
Item #566840
June 14, 1927
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut June 14, 1927
* Charles Nungesser missing
* Transatlantic airplane flight try
* Charles Lindbergh post Atlantic flight
This 16 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Signals in Mountains May Be Nungesser; First Sighted Sunday" with subheads. Other news of the day throughout including much on aviators Charles Lindbe... See More
Wiley Post around the World flight...
Item #566841
July 24, 1933
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, July 24, 1933
* Wiley Post Around World (1st solo) flight
* Early airplane - aviation success
This 16 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Wiley Post Sees Faster World Air Flights Coming"
Other news of day throughout. Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
s... See More
Mel Ott last career home run...
Item #566846
April 17, 1946
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, April 17, 1946 This 52 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 34: "GIANTS' FAST START ROUTS PHILLIES, 8-4" "Ott and Lombardi Hit Homers for 4 Runs in First, Then 2 in Second Game" and more. (see) This was actually Mel Ott's last career home run.
Various other baseball reports with nice photo on page 35 showing President Harry Tru... See More
Super Bowl IV... Two issue set...
Item #566854
January 10, 1970
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, January 10 & 12, 1970
These newspapers are 8 & 10 pages and have reporting on Super Bowl IV between the Kansas City Chiefs and Minnesota Vikings.
The January 10th issue has a two line headline on the back page that reads:
* Minnesota Vikings Big Favorites Over K.C. Chiefs
which has pre-game reporting.
The January 12th issue has two colum... See More
Baltimore Colts Super Bowl V....
Item #566856
January 18, 1971
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, January 18, 1971
* Baltimore Colts vs. Dallas Cowboys
* Super Bowl V - NFL football
* Johnny Unitas
This 10 page newspaper has a three column headline on the 3rd page: "Colts Win Super Bowl On O'Brien's Field Goal" which tells of the Baltimore Colts beating the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Other news of the day. Small binding holes alo... See More
USS Akron Crashes...
Item #566887
April 05, 1933
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, April 5, 1933
* Crash of the USS Akron (ZRS-4)
* United States Navy airship
This 40 page newspaper has a three line, five column headline on the front page: "73 LOST IN AKRON CRASH, 3 SURVIVORS HERE; SHIP DRIVEN DOWN IN STORM, CAUSE IS UNKNOWN,; RESCUE BLIMP FALLS, 2 DROWN, 5 ARE SAVE" with many subheads that include: "Wind Wrecks The J-3
... See More
* Crash of the USS Akron (ZRS-4)
* United States Navy airship
This 40 page newspaper has a three line, five column headline on the front page: "73 LOST IN AKRON CRASH, 3 SURVIVORS HERE; SHIP DRIVEN DOWN IN STORM, CAUSE IS UNKNOWN,; RESCUE BLIMP FALLS, 2 DROWN, 5 ARE SAVE" with many subheads that include: "Wind Wrecks The J-3
Hermann Goering Nazis Hang in 1946....
Item #566889
October 17, 1946
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, October 17, 1946
* Nazis war criminals hanged
* Hermann Goering suicide
This 26 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "Goering Probe Places 12 Nazis Under Scrutiny" and "Nuernberg Jail Employees Held As Board Seeks To Find Source Of Poison".
Other news of the day. Little margin wear, otherwise in good ... See More
John Dillinger Tucson AZ capture...
Item #566891
January 29, 1934
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, January 29, 1934
* John Dillinger headled back to jail - Crown Point Jail, Indiana
* Tuscon Arizona capture
This 32 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 3 that include: "SPEED EXTRADITION OF DILLINGER GANG" "Indiana Officers Reach Tucson and Dispatch the Papers to Governor Moeur" "Pierpont Tells Pol... See More
Tom Seaver's 1st MLB win...
Item #566893
April 21, 1967
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, April 21, 1967
* Tom Seaver 1st MLB baseball win - New York Mets
* Cassius Clay refuses army
This 50 page newspaper has a two column headline near the bottom of page 39 that reads: "Bonus Boy in First Win As Mets Top Cubs, 6-1" with box scores. Tells of the very 1st win for New York Mets great Tom Seaver. See photos for text.... See More
Chicago White Sox most runs....
Item #566915
April 24, 1955
SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Springfield, Massachusetts, April 24, 1955 This 50+ page newspaper has a banner headline on page 3 of the sport's section (inside): "WHITE SOX SCORE 29 RUNS AGAINST A'S TO TIE MODERN BIG LEAGUE RECORD" with subheads and box scores. Tells of the modern baseball record for most runs scored in a single game by one team. This record would be broken in 2007 by th... See More
Ken Johnson's no hitter loss in MLB...
Item #566917
April 24, 1964
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, April 24, 1964
* Ken Johnson - Houston Colt .45s pitcher
* No-hitter loss (1st and only one)
* MLB Baseball
This 48 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page of the sport's section (inside): "Colts Get No-Hitter, But Loses" and "Error Cost Johnson Pitching Gem, 1-0" with one column photo of Johnson. Tells of the 1st ... See More
Rabin is shot...
Item #566920
November 05, 1995
THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 5, 1995 The banner headline notes: "RABIN ASSASSINATED" with subhead: "Israeli leader shot at peace rally; suspect, a Jewish law student, held" with two color photos (see).
Complete issue, a few very minor margin tears, very nice condition.
Happy Chandler named MLB commissioner..
Item #566921
April 25, 1945
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, April 25, 1945
* Happy Chandler named 2nd MLB Commissioner
This 20 page newspaper has a six column headline on page 10: "Senator 'Happy' Chandler Named Baseball Commissioner" with subheads and photo of Chandler. (see) Tells of Albert Benjamin "Happy" Chandler, Sr. becoming the 2nd commissioner of Major League Baseb... See More
Rudolph Valentino death....
Item #566929
August 24, 1926
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 24, 1926
* Famous movie actor death
* Rudolph Valentino
This 20 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Valentino Wanted To Die Young; Gets His Wish"
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: On August 15, 1926, Valentino co... See More
Pioneer 4 becomes 1st U.S. probe...
Item #566933
March 05, 1959
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, March 5, 1959
* Pioneer 4 becomes 1st U.S. probe
* U.S. Space Probe
This 10 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page:
* Pioneer IV In Sweep Toward Sun Orbit
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning, otherwise in nice condition.... See More
Ted Williams announces retirement...
Item #566967
September 26, 1960
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION,, Massachusetts, September 26, 1960
* Ted William retires
* Boston Red Sox
* MLB Baseball
This 20 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Ted Williams Retires" with photo and caption: "At End Of Road" (see)
Tells of the announcement of Ted Williams that he will retire at seasons' end which was onl... See More
Highest scoring NFL game of all time...
Item #566968
November 28, 1966
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, November 28, 1966 This 6 page newspaper has a two column headline on the back page (pg. 6): "Giants Classed 'Worst' Defensive Team in NFL"
Tells of the highest scoring NFL football game of all time.
Other news of the day. Some tiny binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
Clise Dudley 1st MLB pitch HR...
Item #567016
April 28, 1929
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, April 28, 1929
* Clise Dudley hits home run on 1st pitch (career)
* Brooklyn Robins
* MLB Baseball
This 80+ page newspaper has a banner headline on page 5 of the sport's section (near back): "Robins Are Beaten by Phillies, 8 to 3, and Drop to Last Place in League Standing" with subheads that include: "Klein and Dudley Collect Hits for Circuit&qu... See More
Hank Aaron 600th home run....
Item #567017
April 28, 1971
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, April 28, 1971 This 48 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 36: "Mays Ruins Braves After Aaron's 600th" with related photos. (see) Aaron becomes the third to achieve this behind Babe Ruth and Willie Mays.
Other news of the day throughout. Minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
1st MLB Boston Sunday game...
Item #567018
April 29, 1929
THE NEW YORK TIMES, April 29, 1929
* Boston Red Sox 1st Sunday game
* Blue law broken for 1st time
This 48 page newspaper has one column headline on page 18 that include: "ATHLETICS CONQUER RED SOX BY 7 TO 3" "Triumph Before 23,000 in First Major League Sunday Game Staged in Boston" and more with box scores. (see)
Tells of the very first MLB... See More
Eddie Rickenbacker plane crash...
Item #567024
February 27, 1941
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, February 27, 1941
* Eddie Rickenbacker airplane crash disaster
* World War I ace pilot
This 42 page newspaper has a two column headline near the bottom of the front page: "New York Airliner Overdue at Atlanta; Rickenbacker and 15 Others Are Aboard"
Report continues on page 15 with list of the passengers. Nice to have in this famo... See More
New York Yankees 1st World Series... Babe Ruth out for the game...
Item #567025
October 07, 1921
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, October 7, 1921
* New York Yankees 1st World Series
* New York Giants
This 16 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "YANKS AND GIANTS CLINCH; DISMAL DAY FOR PITCHERS IN THIRD CLASH OF SERIES" with subheads and related photos. Plus up to the fifth inning coverage on same day as the game was being played.... See More
Dempsey vs. Tunney...
Item #567050
September 22, 1926
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Massachusetts, September 22, 1926
* Jack Dempsey vs. Gene Tunney
* World Heavyweight boxing championship
* Pre fight news
This 14 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "DEMPSEY AND TUNNEY BOTH RESTING TODAY" and more. (see) Other news of the day. Usual browning with little margin wear, otherwise good. Should be handled with... See More
New Orleans Mardi Gras 1935....
Item #567080
March 05, 1935
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans Louisiana, March 5, 1935
* Rare Mardi Gras issue
* From the city where it happened
* Parades
This 22 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "PROTEUS RIDES CITY STREETS AT HEAD OF GLITTERING PAGEANT" with subheads. (see) More on page 6 with related photo.
Tells of 1935 Mardi Gras celebration in a New Orleans newspaper.
Ot... See More
Walter Johnson 100th shutout game....
Item #567096
May 03, 1923
SPRINGGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, May 3, 1923
* Walter Johnson 100th shutout game
* Washington Senators
* MLB baseball
This 18 page newspaper has a four column headline on page 13: "YANKS LOSE BUT SCOTT MAKES IT 1000" with subheads that include: "Johnson Shares Day's Glories With Scotty" "Pitches His 100th Shutout In Majors" and more with nice photo of... See More
Babe Ruth moved to 1st base....
Item #567098
May 05, 1931
THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 5, 1931 This 56 page newspaper has a four column headline on page 35: "Senators Subdue Revamped Yankees, 7-3" with subheads that include: "Yield by 7-3, With Crippled Ruth on First and Gehrig in Right, Before 20,000" and more.
Tells of Babe Ruth being moved to 1st base in an effort to put less strain on the aging player's leg. Lou Gehrig was mov... See More
World War II... Germany...
Item #567135
May 13, 1940
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, May 13, 1940
* World War II Germany
* Invading European Countries
This 3 page newspaper a nice two line banner headline in on the front page: "BELGIANS FORCED BACK NEAR LIEGE; SWEDEN BLACKS OUT AS NAZIS MOVE" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with little spine wear, otherwise go... See More
UFO Craze of 1947...
Item #567152
July 10, 1947
THE KNICKERBOCKER NEWS, Albany, New York, July 10, 1947
* The famous UFO scare that was also during the time of the Roswell, New Mexico incident
* The famous UFO scare that was also during the time of the Roswell, New Mexico incident
This 32 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "'Saucer' Huffs and Puffs, Gets Rough in a Garden" with related photo. (see)
Other news of the day. Light browning with little spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
Ernest Kaltenbrunner captured...
Item #567167
May 16, 1945
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, May 16, 1945
* Ernest Kaltenbrunner captured
* Nazi death camp gas originator
This 36 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 8: "AMERICANS SEIZE MASS GAS KILLER" "Kaltenbrunner, Originator of Germans; Technique of Execution, in Custody"
Tells of the capture of Nazi death camp (Auschwitz) head Ernest Kaltenbru... See More
Jimmie Foxx 1st MLB game....
Item #567171
May 02, 1925
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, May 2, 1925
* Jimmie Foxx MLB baseball debut
* Philadelphia Athletics
* Singles in 1st at bat
This 24 page newspaper has a one column headlines on page 17 that include: "ATHLETICS BOW TO WASHINGTON" and more. This was the game in which Jimmie Foxx made his MLB baseball debut. He entered the game late as a pitch hitter and hit a single in his ver... See More
Willie Mays breaks NL HR record....
Item #567173
May 05, 1966
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, May 5, 1966
* Willie Mays breaks NL home run record
* San Francisco Giants
* MLB baseball
This 14 page newspaper has a one column headline on page 7: "Cracking Mark Eases Pressure On Willie Mays"
Tells of Willie Mays' 512th home run which broke Mel Ott's National League record for most.
Other news of the day. S... See More
1954 Farmington, West Virginia mining disaster....
Item #567226
November 22, 1968
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, November 22, 1968
* Farmington, West Virginia
* Coal mine explosion disaster
This 56 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 2: "New Explosion Rips Mine; Hope Fades for 78 Men" with related photo. (see)
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in nice condition.
wikipedia notes: The Farmington Mine disaster was an e... See More
Turn of the century medicine...
Item #567269
January 01, 1904
THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PRACTITIONER magazine dated in 1904. Over 60 pages, plus many pages of some fascinating, illustrated medical-related advertisements. The issue still has the original outer wrapper, measures 6 by 9 inches, has an inked library stamp in the title (rather discreet), generally in nice condition, but some wear and dirtiness is to be expected (see images). Unusual & early!&nb... See More
Ernie Banks wins 2nd MVP...
Item #567273
November 05, 1959
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, November 5, 1959
* Ernie Banks wins 2nd MVP award
* Chicago Cubs
* MLB baseball
This 56 page newspaper has two column headlines on page 47 that include: "Ernie Banks Wins MVP Award Again" and more with photo of Banks. (see) Tells of Chicago Cubs star Ernie Banks winning his 2nd consecutive most valuable player award (MVP).
Other news of ... See More
Frank Robinson Memorial Park HR....
Item #567299
May 09, 1966
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, May 9, 1966
* Frank Robinson's famous home run
* Baltimore Orioles - Memorial Stadium
* MLB baseball
This 28 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 17: "Orioles' Long-Range Bats Sweep Indians, 8-2, 8-3".
Tells of the game in which Frank Robinson became the only player to hit a ball completely out of Memorial Stadium in ... See More
Airplane collision over Staten Island...
Item #567302
December 19, 1960
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, December 19, 1960
* United Airlines Flight 826 (early report)
* Airplane collision over Staten Island New York
* Stephen Baltz (miracle survivor)
This 10 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Probers Seeking Cause of Crash". Tells of the horrific crash in which an 11 year old boy was the sole survivor. He later di... See More
Early aviation flights in 1911...
Item #567305
August 18, 1911
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, August 18, 1911
* Early airplane flight
* Powered aviation at it's beginning
This 14 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "FLEW 123 MILES IN 140 MINUTES" "Aviator Atwood Reaches Cleveland on Voyage to New York" and more on the International Aviation Meet in Chicago IL and Harry N. ... See More
German U-Boat Deutschland...
Item #567316
July 12, 1916
FITCHBURG DAILY SENTINEL, Massachusetts, July 12, 1916
* Giant German U-Boat Deutschland
* re. Baltimore Maryland landing
* Preparing for trip home
This 12 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "PREPARING FOR RETURN VOYAGE" and "U.S. Government May Keep Secret Details of Departure of German Submarine".
Other news of the day throughout. Light bro... See More
Willie Mays 4 home runs game....
Item #567320
May 01, 1961
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, May 1, 1961
* Willie Mays 4 home runs in one game
* San Francisco Giants
* MLB baseball
This 18 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 10: "Willie Mays First Of Giants To Hit Four Homers In Game" with nice photo of Mays. (see) Tells of San Francisco Giants great, Willie Mays, hitting 4 home runs in one game.
Other news of the day.... See More
Mardi Gras newspaper...
Item #567324
February 13, 1934
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, February 13, 1934
* Mardi Gras issue from where it happened (rare)
For Mardi Gras collectors the festivities at New Orleans are of prime importance during the days before the beginning of Lent. Newspaper accounts from across the country report the doings in New Orleans, but having a New Orleans newspaper reporting the Mardi Gras is about as good as... See More
Ray Chapman skull fractured death...
Item #567335
August 19, 1920
FITCHBURG DAILY SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, August 19, 1920
* Ray Chapman skull fractured death
* Cleveland Indians
* Only MLB baseball fatality
This 12 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 6 that include: "MANY TO ATTEND CHAPMAN FUNERAL" and more. (see)
Chapman is the 1st and only baseball player to be killed as a result of a maj... See More
1st Dole air race in 1927....
Item #567340
August 17, 1927
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 17, 1927
* 1st Dole Air Race
* Early aviation - airplanes
* Woolaroc - Art Goebel
This 14 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page:
* 4 Pilots Wing Way to Hawaii; Goebel 800 Miles From Goal; 2 More Planes to Again Try
with subheads. (see)
Tells of the very 1st Dole Air Race from Oakland Ca to the Hawaiian Islands.
Ot... See More
Italy annexes Albania...
Item #567382
April 09, 1939
THE DETROIT NEWS, Detroit, Michigan, April 9, 1939 This 40+ page newspaper has a banner headline on the front page: "Italy Sets Up Own Regime in Albania" with subheads that include: "Mussolini Will Tou r New Realm" and more.
Other news of the day with some reports on pre World War II tensions.
Rag edition with minor spine wear, otherwise in very nice condition.... See More
Melvin Purvis...
Item #567386
October 22, 1934
THE BETHLEHEM GLOBE TIMES, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, October 22, 1934
* Day of Charles 'Pretty Boy' Floyd death
* Shot by Melvin Purvis
This 18 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "POLICE CAPTURE RICHETTI; MAY GET 'PRETTY BOY'", "Notorious and Long Sought Criminal Lose Gun Battle With Wellsville Police"... See More
Laurel & Hardy ad - Lou Gehrig 3 HRs.....
Item #567399
August 27, 1934
THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 27, 1934 This 34 page newspaper has a five column headline on page 19: "Yankees Sweep Double-Header With White Sox" with subheads that include: "GEHRIG HITS THREE AS YANKS WIN TWO" and more. (see)
Other news of the day throughout with much on Adolph Hitler near the beginning of his grip on Germany.
Also a interesting advertisement on the b... See More
Sugar Ray Robinson vs. Jake Lamotta...
Item #567411
October 03, 1942
THE TIMES PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, October 3, 1942
* Sugar Ray Robinson vs. Jake Lamotta
* Boxing - Boxers
* 1st of 6 fights
This 24 page newspaper has a one column headline on page 10: "Robinson Beats La Motta Easily in 10-Round Go"
This was the first fight before the famous defeat of Robinson by Lamotta.
Other news of the day. Light br... See More
Tony Lazerri sets RBI's record.....
Item #567421
May 25, 1936
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany, New York, May 25, 1936
* Tony Lazzeri... New York Yankees
* American League RBI record performance
* 2 grand slam home runs
This 18 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 11 that include: "LAZZERI SETS MARK BY DRIVING HOME 11 OF TEAM'S TALLIES" and more with photo of Lazzeri. (see)
Tells of New York Yankees star Tony Lazzeri break... See More
Sandy Koufax wins 3rd Cy Young...
Item #567459
November 02, 1966
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, November 2, 1966 This 36 page newspaper has a one column headline on page 8: "Koufax Wins Young Award Third Time". This tells Los Angeles Dodgers great Sandy Koufax winning his third Cy Young Ward.
Other news of the day throughout. Good condition.
Coincidentally (?) announced on "All Saint's Day"...
Beginning of the New Orleans Saints...
Item #567463
November 02, 1966
THE PARSONS SUN, Kansas KS November 2, 1966 This 28 page newspaper has a one column headline on page 12: Rozelle Sold On Newest NFL Location - coincidentally (?) announced on "All Saint's Day". A historic 1st report on the New Orleans Saints officially joining the NFL. Great chance to have the report that started it all for this team that recently became the 2010 su... See More
Mississippi civil rights arrests...
Item #567469
December 04, 1964
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, December 4, 1964
* Mississippi civil rights arrests
* James Chaney & more
* Philadelphia, Mississippi
This 8 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Federal Agents Hold 16 in Rights Slaying". Of course these arrests would never amount to anything as everyone was exonerated.
Other news of the day throug... See More
King Albert death in 1934...
Item #567471
February 19, 1934
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, February 19, 1934
* King Albert I of Belgium
* Mountain climbing death
This 34 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "KING'S DEATH STUNS BELGIUM; STATE FUNERAL THURSDAY; FELL CLIMBING PEAK ALONE" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise good.
wikipedia notes:... See More
John Huarte wins Heisman in 1964....
Item #567486
December 05, 1964
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, December 5, 1964 This 8 page newspaper has a three column photo of John Huarte posing with the Heisman Trophy. (see)
See photo for some text under photo. Tells of Notre Dame quarterback John Huarte winning the prestigious award.
Other news of the day. Light browning with some small binding holes along spine, otherwise good.... See More
Mardi Gras newspaper...
Item #567507
February 28, 1933
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, February 28, 1933
* Mardi Gras issue from where it happened (rare)
For Mardi Gras collectors the festivities at New Orleans are of prime importance during the days before the beginning of Lent. Newspaper accounts from across the country report the doings in New Orleans, but having a New Orleans newspaper reporting the Mardi Gras is ab... See More
Early Bobby Jones in 1919...
Item #567517
August 20, 1919
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia GA August 20, 1919 This 20 page newspaper has a six column headline on page 15: "'Bobby' Jones Defeats James S. Manion" with subheads that include: "Atlanta Boy Meets Robert Gardner In Second Round Today" and more.
This tells of a young Bobby Jones playing in the United States Amateur championship at Oakmont Country Club near Pittsbur... See More
1st Transatlantic flight... Graf Zeppelin German airship...
Item #567532
October 13, 1928
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, October 13, 1928 This 16 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "ZEPP Damaged; 1,100 Miles at Sea; Navy Orders Ships Ready for Dash; Repairs Made to Fin; Speed Cut" with subheads and related photo. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Few, small binding holes along the spine, otherwise good.
1st Dole air race in 1927...
Item #567575
August 20, 1927
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 20, 1927
* Dole Air Race
* Early aviation - airplanes
* California to Hawaii
This 16 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Three Planes, Six Aviators Now Missing Over Pacific; Mysterious Flare Sighted" with subheads and related photo. (see)
Tells of the Dole Air Race from Oakland Ca to the ... See More
Jesse Owens at Berlin Olympics........
Item #567588
August 08, 1936
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, August 8, 1936 This 8 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 5:"OWENS WILL RUN IN 400 METER RELAY" "Will Have Chance at Fourth Gold Medal and Is Well Pleased" with other Olympics reporting. Other news of the day.
Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
... See More
Hitler invades in Austria in 1938....
Item #567613
March 11, 1938
ALLENTOWN MORNING CALL, Pennsylvania, March 11, 1938
* Germans invade Vienna Austria (1st report)
* Adolph Hitler
* Pre World War II
This 34 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Terror Sweeps Across Austria In Nazi Uprising" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.... See More
Nazis invade Crete Greece...
Item #567625
May 23, 1941
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, May 23, 1941
* Nazis invade Crete Greece
* World War II era
This 12 page newspaper has a banner headline on the front page: "British Claim Edge In Fierce Battle For Crete" with subheads. (see) Other news of the day throughout.
Light browning, otherwise good.... See More
New Orleans Mardi Gras 1950...
Item #567648
February 20, 1950
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans Louisiana, February 20, 1950
* Rare Mardi Gras issue
* From the city where it happened
This 26 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Merriment Reaches High Pitch With Six Spectacles During Day" with subheads and related photo. (SEE) Much more inside.
Tells of 1950 Mardi Gras celebration in a New Orlea... See More
Postdam Conference (Germany)...
Item #567677
July 17, 1945
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, July 17, 1945
* Potsdam Conference (Germany)
* Harry Truman... Winston Churchill
This 24 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "BIG 3 PARLEY IS DELAYED A DAY" with subheads and related photo. More inside. The conference would be held on this day.
Other news of the day throughout with much on World W... See More
An American paper from Jerusalem...
Item #567678
JERUSALEM NEWS, subtitled "An American Newspaper", dated in 1920. A quite uncommon volume 1 issue, in English, with various news of the day. A single sheet of near folio size, some browning & light chipping at the margins. The photo shown is representative of the look and condition of the issue you will receive. Although actual dates vary, the issue will be from 1920 and ... See More
Death of Babe Ruth's wife...
Item #567686
January 14, 1929
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Massachusetts, January 14, 1929
* Babe Ruth
* Death of wife in fire
This 12 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "RUTH MOURNS DEATH OF HIS WIFE IN FIRE" "Had Not Lived With Her for Three Years" "DENTIST SOUGHT" and more. (see)
Other news of the day.
Usual browning with little m... See More
TWA flight 260 airplane crash...
Item #567712
February 19, 1955
THE PARSONS SUN, Parsons, Kansas, February 19, 1955 This 14 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "Plane Missing With 16 Aboard" "Disappearance on 70-Mile Flight".
Tells of the TWA flight 260 airplane crash near Albuquerque NM. Early report on the same day of this tragedy when it was still unknown of the crash.
Other news of the day. Light... See More
Early Bobby Jones in 1919......
Item #567716
August 21, 1919
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, August 21, 1919
* Bobby Jones, amateur golfer
* Runner-up performance
* From his hometown newspaper (RARE)
This 20 page newspaper has a six column headline on page 14: "OUIMET DOWNS EVANS--JONES BEATS GARDNER" with subheads and related photos including Jones. (see)
Tells of a young Bobby Jones playing in the United States Amateur championsh... See More
John Dillinger & Joe DiMaggio...
Item #567721
June 08, 1934
CENTRE DAILY TIMES, State College, Pennsylvania, June 8, 1934 This 6 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "DILLINGER AIDE SLAIN BY 'HICK TOWN' POLICE" "Police Look For Clue To Dillinger's Fate" and more. Tells of the ongoing hunt for Dillinger last seen during the famous gun battle at Little Bohemia Lodge in Wisconsin.
But what I think is a... See More
Jim Brown scores 5 touchdowns...
Item #567731
November 02, 1959
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, November 2, 1959
* Jim Brown scores 5 touchdowns
* Cleveland Browns
* NFL football
This 20 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 9: "Jimmy Brown Explodes For Five Cleveland TDs"
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning, otherwise in good condition.... See More
Nobel Peace winner Jane Addams dies...
Item #567734
May 22, 1935
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany, New York, May 22, 1935
* Jane Addams death
* Nobel Peace Prize winner
* Henry Ford raises minimum wage
This 18 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "Death Closes Jane Addams' Peace Career" "Operation Proves Fatal to Famous Founder of Hull House" with photo of Addams. (see)
Other news o... See More
Bonus Army in Washington D.C.....
Item #567739
July 28, 1932
ALBANY EVENING NEWS - Extra, Albany, New York, July 28, 1932 This 28 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page above the masthead: "OUSTED VETERANS BATTLE POLICE ARMY" with subheads. (see)
Light browning with a few binding slits, otherwise good.
Carl Hubbell 24th win in a row.....
Item #567748
May 28, 1937
THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 28, 1937 This 44 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 24: "Hubbell Adds No. 24 to String" with subheads and box scores.
Tells of New York Giants pitcher Carl Hubbell 24th victory in a row. This is a record that is still held to this day. He would lose his next game a few days later. Nice to have in this famous NYC title.
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Longest baseball game ever played...
Item #567750
June 01, 1964
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, June 1, 1964
* Longest baseball game ever played
* New York Mets vs. San Francisco Giants
* MLB baseball - Shea Stadium
This 24 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on page 16: "Giants Beat Mets in 23 Innings; Game Lasts 7:23" with subheads that include: "Elapsed Time For Game Is Longest Ever" and more with related photo... See More
1st Dole air race in 1927....
Item #567768
August 19, 1927
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 19, 1927
* Dole Air Race
* Early aviation - airplanes
* California to Hawaii
This 18 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "No Trace of 5 Fliers in 2 Planes" with subheads. (see)
Tells of the Dole Air Race from Oakland Ca to the Hawaiian Islands.
Other news of the day. A few small binding holes along the spine... See More
Germany bombs London, England...
Item #567771
September 11, 1940
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, September 11, 1940
* The Blitz (1st Phase)
* Germany bombs London, England
* Adolph Hitler
This 8 page newspaper has a banner headline on the front page: "Nazis Promise Full Scale Blitzkreig To Capture British Isles" with subheads and map of London. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Few tiny binding holes along the left ... See More
Battle of France begins WWII...
Item #567773
June 05, 1940
THE NEWS, Frederick, Maryland, June 5, 1940 This 12 page newspaper has a great two line banner headline on the front page: "GERMANS LAUNCH FIERCE ATTACK ALONG 200-MILE FRONT; PARIS MAY BE GOAL" with subheads and related photo.
Other news of the day. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise good.
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