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November 08, 1929

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 8, 1929 

* Stock market crash of 1929
* Wall Street, New York City
* Best title to have in


The stock market crash of 1929 did much to define America for the next decade, resulting in the Great Depression and all the trauma relating to it. It seemed common for many newspapers to put a positive spin on the on-going tragedy, so front page reports often conflicted with the reality of the time.
Given that the stock exchange is in New York City, the "Times" remains one of the most desired of all newspapers on the crash.
A front page report is headed: "Stocks Up 3 to 34 Points After Break At Opening; Loans Drop $656,000,000" with subheads including: "Many Net Gains Recorded" "Big Losses in the First Half Hour, but Strong Rally Develops" "Pool Support Aids Rally" "Wall St. More Cheerful" "Total of Brokers' Loans Now $4,882,000,000. Lowest Since Oct. 24, 1928" and more (see). And the many pages within provide a fascinating glimpse of life during those tumultuous weeks.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 52 pages, light toning, irregular along the spine, otherwise nice.

Category: The 20th Century