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August 15, 1951

SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER, August 15, 1951 

* William Randolph Hearst Death
* Newspaper and Magazine Guru
* Best title to be had - rare as such


Outside of the masthead the only ink on the front page notes: "WILLIAM R. HEARST DEAD", and the caption to the huge photo of him: "1863--William Randolph Hearst--1951".
Hearst was one of the more noted newspaper publishers in American history, having begun with this newspaper (taking over from his father) and and eventually buying others across the country. It was his life which was the inspiration for the lead character in the famed movie "Citizen Kane".
Terrific to have such a dramatic presentation on his death on the front page of his flagship newspaper. This front sheet was more of a "wrapper" as another front page appears inside with banner headline: "William R. Hearst To Be Buried In His Home City, San Francisco" with much more (see).
Seemingly complete (?) with 24 pages, a little wear at the central fold, some light toning, generally nice.

Category: The 20th Century