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Great BABE RUTH Signs New York Yankees Baseball Contract SIGNING 1922 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373533220676
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, March 6, 1922 * Babe Ruth signs contract * New York Yankees baseball * Highest paid baseball player The top of page 9 has a nice banner heading: "Bambino Puts Name to Long Contact With Yankees. Home Run Slugger Signs for Five Years" with subheads and photo of Ruth. Interesting that the contract included an extra $500 for each home run. Was this one the factors why he hit so many. Complete with 12 pages, some some binding holes along the spine, generally very nice.
Rowing UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON HUSKIES Win 1st National Title 1923 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373533218248
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, June 29, 1923 * University of Washington Huskies * Collegiate Rowing Crew wins * First National Championship The top of the front page has a one column heading: "HUSKY OARSMEN FROM NORTHWEST BEAT NAVY CREW" with subheads that include: "Washington Eight s Stroked by Dow Walling, Who Rises From Sickbed to Row" and more. (see) Lengthy first report coverage continues on page 12 with result charts and lineups. (see) Great to have this report starting on the front page as most publications would keep sport's related items within the sport's section. This was University of Washington's very first national title in any sport. Complete with all 36 pages, light toning, a little irregular along the spine, ge... See More
Historic New Fundamental RULES OF BASEBALL Laws for Convention of 1857 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373530562221
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: PORTER'S SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, New York, Feb. 28, 1857 * Historic baseball periodical * New fundamental rules * For Baseball Convention of 1857 An extremely significant issue on the history of baseball, as an inside page has almost an entire column taken up with: "Base Ball" "The Base Ball Convention And Their New Rules". The introductory paragraph notes in part: "This body, which consists of delegates from most, if not all, of the Ball Clubs in this vicinity, held their adjourned meeting on Wednesday [Feb. 25]...when the following report was to be submitted from the Committee on Rules and Regulations for the government af all the matches...At the hour we go to press it is impossible for us to say whether the report ... See More
SEABISCUIT Havre de Grace Handicap HORSE RACING Victory Win 1938 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393235570988
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, September 29, 1938 * Seabiscuit wins Havre de Grace Handicap * Maryland - Havre de Grace Racetrack * Thoroughbred racehorse racing The front page of the sport's section (page 17) has a one column heading: "Seabiscuit Gallops Home" (see) First report coverage on famous racehorse, Seabiscuit, winning the Havre de Grace Handicap in Maryland. Complete with 26 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, small library label on the front page, generally good.
NEW YORK YANKEES vs. Brooklyn Dodgers SUBWAY Series 1941 World Series Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373528466395
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK WORLD-TELEGRAM, October 1, 1941. * New York Yankees vs. Brooklyn Dodgers (game 1) * Major league baseball MLB - Subway series * Best publication to be had ? great headline for display Above the masthead is a nice scoreboard graph showing the New York Yankees winning 3-2. (see) A great banner headline announces: "YANKEES BEAT DODGERS" with subheads, box scores and related photo. (see) Coverage continues in the sport's section. Complete with 42 pages, light toning at the margins, small archival mend along the right margin, some spine wear, generally good.
TY COBB The Georgia Peach Detroit Tigers Star MLB Baseball PRINT 1911 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373528449403
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, April 22, 1908 * Ty Cobb "The Georgia Peach" photo * Detroit Tigers MLB baseball icon The top of page 3 has a two column illustration with heading: "Detroit Outfielder Tower Of Strength to His Team" with text. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 8 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, a few small binding holes along the spine, generally good
CHICAGO CUBS Wins National League Baseball MLB Pennant Flag 1938 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373528448442
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH, October 2, 1938 * Chicago Cubs win NL pennant * MLB - Major League Baseball The top of page 12 has a banner headline: "CUBS WIN NATIONAL LEAGUE PENNANT; BEAT CARDS, 10 TO 3" with subhead, box scores and related photo. (see) First report coverage on the 1938 Chicago Cubs winning the National League pennant. Complete with 50+ pages, partially loose and some wear along the spine, generally nice.
BOSTON BRAVES (Atlanta) vs. Philadelphia A's World Series GAME 2 1914 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393230119167
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEWS SCIMITAR, Memphis, October 10, 1914 * Boston Braves (Atlanta) vs. Philadelphia Athletics * World Series of baseball (GAME 2- During) The front page has a banner headline: "PLANK FACES JAMES IN SECOND BIG GAME" with subhead and current score. (see) Complete with 20 pages, light toning, irregular along the spine, generally good. Should be handled with care.
ST. LOUIS CARDINALS Win World Series Championship Team PHOTO 1926 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373522579148
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Mass., Oct. 11, 1926 * St. Louis Cardinals World Champions * World Series of baseball team photo The top of page 7 has a four column team photo with heading: "Meet All the St. Louis Cardinals; Champs for First Time" with names. The Cardinals won their very first World Series championship the previous day. Ten pages, light toning and some wear and chipping at the margins, should be handled with care.
LOS ANGELES DODGERS BUMS Wins World Series Baseball Champions 1959 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393230118032
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, October 9, 1959 * Los Angeles Dodgers become World Series champions On the front page, above the masthead is a heading: "Dodgers Win Series" A library stamp slightly affects this heading. (see) The top of page 45 has a four column heading: "Too Much Sherry Finishes Off Sox" and more with box scores and two related photos. complete with 56 pages, small library stamp in the masthead, some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise nice.
Rare PIRATES EXPLOITS OFF VIRGINIA COAST King William III Era 1700 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373522576576
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE PRESENT STATE OF EUROPE OR THE HISTORICAL & POLITICAL MONTHLY MERCURY, London, England, June, 1700 * From the turn of the 18th century * Great pirates account reporting Certainly the most notable content is the report of a pirate capturing a ship off the coast of Virginia, but the King's ship Shoreham came to the rescue--commanded by he Governor, Nicholson-- and after a 10 hour fight overtook the pirate. See the photos for the detailed report. This is a documented event from the pirate era of America. The back story, as provided by virginiaplaces.org, fills in many of the details of this event: "In 1700, the pirate Lewis Guittar captured a fast merchant vessel, the La Paix (Peace) in Barbados, converted it int... See More
Historic NEW YORK YANKEES Very 1st World Series Game - Babe Ruth 1921 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373519789359
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE BETHLEHEM TIMES, Penn. October 5, 1921 * New York Yankees 1st ever World Series game * Babe Ruth's second year w/ Yanks vs. Giants * Early, same day first report The front page has a nice banner headline: "YANKEES WIN FIRST GAME OF WORLD'S SERIES TODAY" with subheads and photo of Ruth. (see) This was game 1 of the 1921 World Series and more importantly the very 1st World Series game the Yankees participated in making this a very historic and rare item. Sixteen pages, some margin wear and chipping, must be handled with care. Nice for display as such.
Best BABE RUTH New York Yankees Baseball 3 HRS Home Runs w/ Photo 1933 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373514843029
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, July 10, 1933 * Babe Ruth hits 3 home runs * New York Yankees baseball * Late in his career The sport's section (page 16) has a four column headline: "Yanks Sweep Double-Header With Detroit" with subheads that include: "RUTH HITS 3 HOMERS AS YANKS TAKE TWO" and more with photo of Ruth swinging the bat and another showing Lou Gehrig stealing second base. (see) Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication, especially on this topic. Complete with 30 pages, light toning and some wear at the margins, generally good.
LOS ANGELES DODGERS Very 1st NL Pennant Baseball Champions Photos 1959 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393222529821
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 30, 1959 * Los Angeles Dodgers win NL Pennant * 1st Pennant since moving from Brooklyn Near the bottom of the front page is a two column heading: "Dodgers Beat Braves in 12th, 6-5, To Win Pennant Play-Off Series" The top of page 42 has a banner heading: "Dodgers Set Back Braves in 12th Inning and Take Pennant Play-off Series" with subheads, box scores and a few related photos. This was their National League championship & they would go on to win the World Series over the Chicago White Sox, the first championship for the Dodgers since they moved out of Brooklyn the previous year. Complete with 76 pages, light toning and minor wear at the margins, generally nice.
Best MICHAEL JORDAN Chicago Bulls NBA Basketball 1st 30 Point Game1984 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373514831765
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: CHICAGO TRIBUNE, Oct. 30, 1984 * Michael Jordan's 1st 30+ point game * Chicago Bulls professional basketball * Best publication to be had - rare as such The top of the front page has a colored box with heading: "Jordan, Bulls tame Bucks" referring to the 3rd Bull's 1984 game with rookie Michael Jordan. The front page of the sport's section has a heading: "Bulls, Jordan first-class act" with subhead: "Rookie scores 37, Bucks fall" This was Jordan's 1st 30+ point game as he scored 16 & 21 points in the first two games. Great to have in this famous Chicago publication. I expect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no reason to save it at the time. Complete with all 4 sections, nice condition.
Whirlaway KENTUCKY DERBY Thoroughbred Horse Racing Triple Crown 1941 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373513314683
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK POST, May 3, 1941 * Whirlaway - horse racing * Kentucky Derby (DAY OF) * Triple crown winner The top of page 13 has four photos of 4 entrants for the Kentucky Derby including the eventual winner Whirlaway. Also a few related articles and current odds. This would be the 1st of 3 historic wins for the famed horse in the quest for the triple crown. Complete with 18 pages, light toning at the margins, some small binding holes along the spine, generally very nice.
MILLER HUGGINS New York Yankees Murderers' Row Manager Fame 1911 PHOTO Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393221401750
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, June 7, 1911 * Miller Huggins photo - 2nd baseman * St. Louis Cardinals - MLB baseball * Eventual manager of the New York Yankees The top of page 3 has a two column photo with heading: "ST. LOUIS NATIONALS' VETERAN SECOND BASEMAN WHO MAY WEAR A CUB UNIFORM BEFORE LONG" with brief text. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 10 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, irregular along the spine, generally nice.
1936 SUMMER OLYMPCIS Berlin Germany w/ Jesse Owens Photo & more 1936 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373513311781
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE BETHLEHEM GLOBE-TIMES, Penn., Aug. 7, 1936 * 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics * Adolph Hitler & the Nazi Party * Jesse Owens about to make history The top of the front page has a one column heading: "U.S. Shatters Two Records At Berlin Today" with subheads. (see) The front page of the sport's section has a nice banner headline: "JESSE OWENS MAY RUN ON RELAY TEAM " Photo of Owens in action is on page 2 of this section. Complete with 24 pages, light toning at the margins, generally nice.
DETROIT TIGERS Win World Series Champions vs. Chicago Cubs Photos 1945 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393221392989
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, Oct. 11, 1945 * Detroit Tigers win World Series * Hank Greenberg era vs. the Cubs * 1st post World War II champions The top of the front page has a one column heading: "TIGERS CRUSH CUBS BY 9-3 AND ANNEX WORLD SERIES, 4-3" with subheads. (see) First report coverage continues in the sport's section with a few related photos and box scores. Complete with 40 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition.
TRIS SPEAKER "The Gray Eagle" Boston Red Sox MLB Baseball PHOTO 1910 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393221388566
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Feb. 12, 1910 * Tris Speaker "The Gray Eagle" photo * Boston Red Sox contract - MLB baseball The front page of the sport's section has a two column photo headed: "Speaker Names Figures For Playing Base Ball" with subhead. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 12 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, some small binding holes along the spine, minor margin wear, generally nice.
WILLIE MAYS Very 1st Career MLB Baseball HIT Home Run NYG Giants 1951 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393218749317
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE TIMES PICAYUNE, New Orleans, May 29, 1951 * Willie Mays very 1st MLB career hit * New York Giants baseball home run The sport's section (page 17) has a very small one column heading: "Elliott, Marshall Pace Brave Win, 4-1" with text that includes: "...tally was provided by rookie Willie Mays' homer, his first major league hit" and box scores. (see) Complete with all 36 pages, light toning along central fold, generally nice.
NAPOLEON LAJOIE "The Frenchman" MLB Baseball 2nd Baseman PHOTO 1911 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393218748229
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, June 2, 1911 * Napoleon Lajoie "The Frenchman" photo * Cleveland Naps 2nd baseman - MLB baseball The top of page 3 has a two column photo with heading: "FAMOUS SECOND BASEMAN WHO MAY BE OUT OF GAME LONG TIME" with brief text. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 12 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, irregular along the spine, generally nice.
WAR ADMIRAL Horse Racing Wins Kentucky Derby 1st of TRIPLE CROWN 1937 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373510192054
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, May 9, 1937 * War Admiral - horse racing * Kentucky Derby win (1st of 3 wins) * Triple crown winner A terrific issue on War Admiral winning the Kentucky Derby. The front page has a one column heading: "Favorite Triumphs In Derby" with subhead. The front page of the sport's section has a banner heading within a photo in white lettering: "WAR ADMIRAL!" (see) Much more inside this section with nice headlines and some related photos. Complete with 40+ pages, light toning and minor wear at the margins, a few library stamps on the front page, some small binding holes along the spine, generally in good condition.
OHIO STATE BUCKEYES College Football Wins NCAA National Champions 1942 Newspaper
eBay Auction Item # 373538735424
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Mass., December 2, 1942 * Ohio State Buckeyes * National champions (1st report) * NCAA college football The sport's section (page 23) has a three column heading: "Ohio State Given Top Rating" with subhead and top 10 rankings. (see) First report coverage on the Ohio State Buckeyes officially being named national champions of college football by the associated press. Complete with all 20 pages, light toning and some wear at the margins, generally good. Should handled with care.
GREEN BAY PACKERS Win NFL Football Title vs. New York GIANTS 1939 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393206147910
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH, December 11, 1939 * NFL football championship game (1st report) * Green Bay Packer vs. New York Giants The top of page 3 of the sport's section has a banner headline: "Green Bay's Amazing Football Team Wins Fifth Title" with subheads, lineups and game summary. Complete with all 30 pages, light toning at the margins, small binding holes along the spine, nice condition.
TWENTY GRAND American Thoroughbred Racehorse Wins KENTUCKY DERBY 1931 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373503948339
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK TIMES, sport's section only, May 17, 1931 * Twenty Grand wins Kentucky Derby * American Thoroughbred racehorse The front page of this section has a one column heading: "TWENTY GRAND WINS DERBY BEFORE 60,000 IN NEW RECORD TIMES" with subheads and two photos. More inside. Other sporting news of the day. Complete sport's section only with all 12 pages, rag edition in nice condition.
Rare NEGRO LEAGUE BASEBALL Black Yankees 1943 WWII New York Times Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393194078879
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 17, 1943 * New York Black Yankees vs. Cubans * Rare Negro League baseball reporting The sport's section (page 19) has one column headings: "CUBANS TURN BACK BLACK YANKEES, 10-2" "Capture Negro League Opener, Then Battle to 5-5 Tie" See photos for text and score graph here. Uncommon to find reporting on the less popular Negro Leagues during this time. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day with much on World War II. Complete in 32 pages, light toning and minor wear at the margins, generally nice.
Best BABE RUTH'S Very Last New York Yankees Baseball HOMER RUN 1934 NY Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373499633995
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 30, 1934 * Babe Ruth's last home run as a Yankee * New York Yankees - Major league baseball * Best title to be had ? Page 3 of the sport's section reports on Babe Ruth's last home run as a Yankee: "YANKEES LOSE, 8-5, THEN TRIUMPH, 9-6" "Ruth Wallops 22d Homer and Drives in Three Runs in Opener at Washington" "Gets Unique Honor Today" and more. This was Babe Ruth's 659th and final home run wearing the Yankee pinstripes. He had 49 homers with the Red Sox prior to coming to New York and would go on to hit another 6 with the Braves the following season before retiring. Great to have in this venerable newspaper. First 3 sections only with 40+ pages, light toning and some wear at the margins, ... See More
Girl Pitcher JACKIE MITCHELL Strikes Out Babe Ruth & Lou Gehrig 1931 Newspaper
eBay Auction Item # 373531494697
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, April 3, 1931 * Jackie Mitchell, girl pitcher * Babe Ruth & Lou Gehrig The front page of the sport's section (page 29) has a four column photo showing Jackie Mitchell pitching to Babe Ruth with heading: "When Girl Pitcher Struck Out Babe" with brief text. (see) She also struck out Lou Gehrig on that day as well. Complete with 40 pages, rag edition in great condition. A few small binding holes along the spine.
Early JACK JOHNSON Negro Boxer 3 Years Prior Champion Boxing LOSS 1905 Newspaper
eBay Auction Item # 393236780975
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, March 29, 1905 * Boxer Jack Johnson boxing loss * 3 years before becoming champion * Marvin Hart The top of page 2 has a one column heading: "NEGRO PUGILIST LOST THE FIGHT" with subhead. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 6 pages, two small library stamps within the masthead, a little irregular along the spine, generally nice.
RMS OLYMPIC Ocean Liner Titanic Sister Ship MAIDEN Voyage ENDS 1911 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373493199102
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, June 27, 1911 * RMS Olympic ocean liner maiden voyage * White Star Line - pre-Titanic sinking The top of page 2 has a two column heading: "WORLD'S BIGGEST STEAMSHIP COMPLETE IN EVERY RESPECT" with subhead and photo (grainy). (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 12 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, irregular along the spine, generally nice.
JIM THORPE Olympics Trophies Lost - ADMITS Pro Baseball Athlete 1913 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373492802182
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE GLOBE, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Jan. 28, 1913 * Jim Thorpe has to return his Olympic trophies * Indian athlete from Carlisle PA Page 3 has one column heads: "Jim Thorpe Professional" "Hero of Olympic Games Loses Trophies--Records Wiped Out". Twelve pages, evenly toned, a little margin wear, should be handled with care.
BABE RUTH'S Very Last Final MLB Baseball Game Played1935 New York City Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373492801962
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK TIMES, May 31, 1935 * Babe Ruth's final farewell * Last game as a player * Baker Bowl, Philadelphia * MLB baseball icon The sport's section (page 18) has a two column heading: "Phils Crush Braves by 11-6, 9-3" with subheads and box scores. In the first game of this double-header, Babe Ruth struck out in the first inning, then hurt his knee taking him out of the game. This was actually his last time on the field of play as a baseball player. Complete in 30 pages, this is the rag edition printed on high quality newsprint meant for institutional holdings. Very nice condition.
JAKE LAMOTTA Defeats SUGAR RAY ROBINSON "Raging Bull" Fame BOXING 1943 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373492780995
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, February 6, 1943 * Jake LaMotta defeats Sugar Ray Robinson (1st defeat) * Famous Middleweight boxing match The sport's section (page 17) has one column headings: "ROBINSON'S STREAK ENDED BY LAMOTTA" "Harlem Fighter Suffers First Loss in 130 Bouts Before 18,930 at Detroit" "Bell Saves Ray In Eighth" "Left to Head Floors Him for a Count of Nine--Gate at Olympia Is $50,000" with 2 smaller subheads. This famous fight was a focus in the award winning movie 'Raging Bull'. A real gem for any boxing collection. Other news, sport and advertisements of the day. Complete in 28 pages, this is the rare rag edition that was produced on very high quality newsprint, with a high percentage of cotton & linen content... See More
THE MASTERS TOURNAMENT Claude Harmon Wins Golf Major at Augusta 1948 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373492766704
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, April 12, 1948 * Claude Harmon wins Masters Tournament * Augusta National Golf Club - Georgia The sport's section (page 26) has a banner headline: "Harmon Triumphs in Masters Golf Event With Record-Equaling Card of 279" with subheads, photo and scores. First report coverage on Claude Harmon winning the 1948 Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia. Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete with all 42 pages, this is the rare rag edition that was produced on very high quality newsprint, with a high percentage of cotton & linen content, allowing the issues to remain very white & sturdy into th... See More
Best LOU GEHRIG New York Yankees Last CONTRACT Signing 1938 Old NYC Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393180239984
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK WORLD-TELEGRAM, March 12, 1938 * Lou Gehrig signs contract (last year) * New York Yankees baseball The front page has a one column heading: "Gehrig Signs For One Year At $39,000" with subhead. The top of page 23 has a banner headline: "Gehrig Signs for $39,000, Leaves for Camp Tomorrow with Ruppert" with subheads. (see) Great to have in this NYC publication. Nice front page headline on Nazi Germany taking over Austria. Complete with 36 pages, light toning at the margins, small binding holes along the spine, generally nice.
MIAMI DOPLPHINS Perfect Record WINS Super Bowl NFL Football 1973 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373490472651
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE HAYS DAILY NEWS, Kansas, January 15, 1973 * Miami Dolphins complete perfect season * Super Bowl VII vs. Washington Redskins * NFL National Football League The top of page 6 has a five column headline: "Dolphins Coast To Victory" with caption: "Super Champs 17-0" and more. First report coverage on the Miami Dolphins becoming the 1st and only team in NFL history to end the season ( including Super Bowl) without a loss. Complete with 10 pages, a few binding holes along the spine, generally nice. wikipedia notes: The 1972 Miami Dolphins won fourteen regular season games and three postseason games, including Super Bowl VII, to finish the season 17–0–0. They extended their winning streak the following season to 18 s... See More
JAMES J. JEFFRIES Jack Johnson Heavyweight Boxing Training PHOTOS 1910 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393180238658
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, April 30, 1910 * Upcoming Jack Johnson vs. James J. Jeffries * Heavyweight boxing championship bout * Boxing's first "Fight of the Century" * In training photos a few months prior The front page of the sport's section (page 7) has a headline: "Jeffries Stops Heavy Training Stunts to Give Finny Tribe A Workoutl In Fine Condition" with subhead and 3 related photos of Jefferies in training. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 12 pages, two small library stamps within the masthead, some small binding holes and minor wear along the spine, generally nice.
TY COBB The Georgia Peach Detroit Tigers MLB Baseball STABBED 1912 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393180237774
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Aug. 12, 1912 * Ty Cobb "The Georgia Peach" stabbed * Fights with 3 assailants trying to rob him * Detroit Tigers MLB baseball icon The front page has a one column heading: "TY COBB STABBED IN BACK WHEN HELD UP BY THREE MEN" with subhead. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 18 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, a little irregular along the spine, generally nice.
JIM THORPE Carlisle Indian School Athlete OLYMPICS Decathlon Gold 1912 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393180237319
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, July 15, 1912 * Jim Thorpe wins Olympic decathlon * Carlisle Indian School star athlete The front page has a one column headings that include: "Final Day Of The Athletic Program" "....American Winner of Decathlon" and more. (see) Coverage continues on page 2 a small heading: "Thorp Wins Decathlon". (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 16 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, a little irregular along the spine, generally nice.
JACK JOHNSON vs. James J. Jeffries Heavyweight Boxing Challenge 1909 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373489145227
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Oct. 28, 1909 * Jack Johnson vs. James J. Jeffries * Heavyweight boxing championship bout * Boxing's first "Fight of the Century" * Meeting to set up the famous fight The top of page 2 has a two column heading: "JOHNSON HOPES TO FIGHT JEFF IN NEAR FUTURE" with subhead and photo of each boxer. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 8 pages, two small library stamps within the masthead, some small binding holes along the spine, small tape mend along top margin, generally nice.
STANLEY KETCHEL Middleweight Boxing Champion Conway MO Murder Case1911 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373483078301
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Jan. 24, 1911 * Stanley Ketchel murder case * "The Michigan Assassin" * Middleweight boxing champion The top of the front page has a three column headline: "KETCHEL'S SLAYERS FOUND GUILTY OF 1ST DEGREE MURDER" with subheads (see). Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 12 pages, two small library stamps within the masthead, irregular along the spine, generally nice.
NEW YORK YANKEES Win Title Champions SUBWAY Series 1941 World Series Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373480352687
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, October 7, 1941. * New York Yankees are 1941 World Series champions * Major league baseball MLB - Subway series * Year of Joe DiMaggio's famous hitting streak record The front page of section 2 (sports) has a nice banner headline: "YANKEES WIN EIGHTH WORLD TITLE SINCE 1927" with subheads, box scores and 3 related photos. (see) Complete with all 34 pages, light toning at the margins, small library stamp within the masthead, small binding holes along the spine, generally very nice.
Best JAKE LAMOTTA Defeats SUGAR RAY ROBINSON "Raging Bull" BOXING 1943 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393158858377
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Feb. 6, 1943 * Jake LaMotta defeats Sugar Ray Robinson * First defeat : from city where it happened The banner headline on page 14 reports: "18,930 See LaMotta Floor Robinson in Scoring Upset Victory" with subheads: "Defeat Is First for Ray in Career of 130 Bouts" "Bell Saves Sugar from Knockout in Eighth Round; Decision Is Unanimous". Also a very nice four column action photo during the famous fight that was a focus in the award winning movie 'Raging Bull'. Better yet this fight was fought in Detroit, making this title one of the best newspapers to be had reporting this historic boxing event. Complete in 22 pages, slightly irregular at the spine margin and some margin chipping to the back ... See More
Best 19th Century BASEBALL PRINT w/ Leading Players & Game 1889 Old Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, March 23, 1889 * Great baseball prints - illustrations Note: this is just a portion of the issue, 8 pages but including the mentioned centerfold. This terrific double page centerfold is captioned: "The American Baseball Players at Kennington Oval--Visit of the Prince of Wales". It includes some 19 scenes of various "plays" in baseball, and in additional has round portraits of the 18 baseball players involved. Among the two notables are Cap Anson and "Ward". This centerfold measures 15 1/2 by 21 1/4 inches and is tipped-in so there are no binding holes. A terrific baseball item for display, & one of the more rare prints given the scarcity of this title. Very nice condition.
1910 HARVARD Crimson vs. YALE Bulldogs IVY League College Football Gm. Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, November 19, 1910 * Harvard Crimson vs. Yale Bulldogs * Ivy League - NCAA college football The top of the front page has a two column headline: "YALE-HARVARD ELEVENS PLAY TIE GAME ON THE GROUNDS AT NEW HAVEN" with subheads. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with all 14 pages, two small library stamps within the masthead, some small binding holes along the spine, generally nice.
SECRETARIAT WINS Gotham Stakes PRE TRIPLE CROWN Horse Racing 1973 NYC Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373473602633
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: SPORT'S SECTION ONLY for the Chicago Tribune, April 8, 1973 * Secretariat wins Gotham Stakes * Pre Triple Crown horse races The top of page 12 of this section has a two column heading: "Secretariat scores, equals Big-A mark" with photo. (see) First report coverage on Secretariat winning his second race as a three year old. It was the first time in his career that he led wire-to-wire. A rather rare find as this was before Secretariat was a household name. Complete sport's section only with 28 pages, nice condition.
WORLD SERIES New York Yankees vs. Brooklyn Dodgers Baseball 1949 Old Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: SPRINGFIELD SUNDAY RERPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, October 9, 1949 * 1947 World Series of baseball (game 4) * New York Yankees vs. Brooklyn Dodgers * Subway series The top of the front page has a three column headline: "Yanks Defeat Dodgers For Third Victory, 6-4" with subheads, box scores and related photo. (see) More in the sport's section. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 50+ pages, light toning at the margins, generally nice.
KENNY WASHINGTON 1st African American NFL Football Black Signer 1946 Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, March 22, 1946 * Kenny Washington breaks the color barrier * Signs it's 1st African American player * Los Angeles Rams - NFL football The front page of the sport's section has a one column heading: "Rams Acquire Washington of U.C.L.A. Fame" with small photo. (see) Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete with all 36 pages, light toning at the margins, small library stamps within masthead, small binding holes along the spine, generally nice. wikipedia notes: Kenneth S. Washington (August 31, 1918 – June 24, 1971) was a professional football player who was the first African-American to sign a contract with a National Football League team in the modern (post-World War II) era.... See More
PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS vs. Chicago Cubs World Series Baseball 1910 Old Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Oct. 17, 1910 * Philadelphia Athletics vs. Chicago Cubs * World Series of baseball (GAME 1) The front page has a nice banner headline: "PHILADELPHIA WINS FIRST GAME FROM CHICAGO" with subheads and inning by inning description. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 12 pages, small library stamp within the masthead, some small binding holes along the spine, generally nice.