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1947 World Series of baseball... Jackie Robinson...
1947 World Series of baseball... Jackie Robinson...
Item # 703721
October 01, 1947
THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 1, 1947
* 1947 World Series of baseball (game 1)
* New York Yankees vs. Brooklyn Dodgers
* 1st game to include a African American (Jackie Robinson)
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "YANKS' 5 IN FIFTH BEAT DODGERS, 5-3, IN SERIES OPENER" with subheads. (see images) Much more in the sport's section with headings, photos and stats. Also mention of this actually being the very first World Series baseball game with a African American player as a starter. Great to have in this NYC publication.
Complete with 60 pages, rag edition in nice condition.
Category: The 20th Century
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