Elections & Inaugurations
Newspaper reporting of elections and inaugurations, including those with inaugural addresses, are some of the most sought after collectibles amongst rare newspaper enthusiasts. Reading about these historic political events within the context of other news of the day provides great depth to our understanding of these highly energized occasions. Please enjoy!Elections & Inaugurations
Newspaper reporting of elections and inaugurations, including those with inaugural addresses, are some of the most sought after collectibles amongst rare newspaper enthusiasts. Reading about these historic political events within the context of other news of the day provides great depth to our understanding of these highly energized occasions. Please enjoy!
Richard Nixon 1969 Inauguration...
Item #210049
January 20, 1969
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, January 20, 1969. This 24 page newspaper has a two line, four column headline on the front page: "Nixon to Assume Presidency Today" plus relatred photos that tell of Richard Nixon's Inauguration day. Other interesating headlines on the fron page include: "His Burden Lifted, LBJ Heads for History" & "Binoculars, Rifle Aid Police In ... See More
Richard Nixon Inauguration...
Item #209270
January 21, 1969
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, January 21, 1969. This 36 page newspaper is in nice condition and has a two line, six column headline on the front page: "Nixon Asks Nation to Strive For Peace at Home, Abroad" with subhead: "Given Oath As 37th President" with related photos.
Nixon's second inauguration... considerable details...
Item #686945
January 21, 1973
THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC, Phoenix, Arizona, January 21, 1973 The banner headline reads "Nixon predicts enduring peace" with subhead "Inaugural talk emphasizes ending Viet war 'with honor'". This was President Nixon's second inauguration. A photo of Nixon and his wife, Pat, riding in the limo is also on the front page. Additional photos are inside.
This is the out... See More
Jimmy Carter's Inauguration... becomes 39th President...
Item #717091
November 20, 1977
COURIER TIMES, Bucks County, PA, Nov. 20, 1977 (First Section)
* Jimmy Carter becomes 39th U.S. President
* Takes oath of office
* Excerpts of Inaugural Address
The front page has a banner headline: "Carter sworn in as 39th President", with a large photo and corresponding coverage. Additional articles and photos are within. See images for details.
The complete first section only... See More
Ronald Reagan is re-elected President in 1984...
Item #711924
November 08, 1984
THE NEW YORK TIMES, November 8, 1984
* Incumbent Ronald Reagan landslide win
* 1984 United States presidential election
The front page has a banner headline that reads: "REAGAN TAKING 49 STATES AND 59% OF VOTE, VOWS TO STRESS ARMS TALKS AND ECONOMY" with subheads and related photo. (see images) More inside.
Complete with 56 pages, address label within the masthead, light t... See More
Clint Eastwood elected mayor of Carmel in a L..A. newspaper....
Item #674466
April 09, 1986
LOS ANGELES TIMES, April 9, 1986
* Clint Eastwood, actor and filmmaker
* Wins election for mayor of Carmel
* Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
The front page has a one column heading: "Eastwood Wins Easy Victory in Carmel Vote" with photo. (see) Lengthy 1st report coverage continues on page 23 with another related photo. Great to have from the home of the entertainment industry. Rar... See More
The Inauguration of President Bush...
Item #590041
January 20, 1989
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL REPORTS - The Inauguration, January 20, 1989 The front page of this issue features an illustration of President George Bush with the Capitol building behind him with the heading "Bush Assumes Command -- He finally has the helm. What course will he steer?" The entire issue addresses many topics, including his family, that he would be facing in his presidency.
This... See More
Bill Clinton elected president of the United States...
Item #687019
November 04, 1992
NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 4, 1992
* President Bill Clinton
* Wins presidential election (1st)
The three line banner headline announces: "CLINTON WINS DECISIVE MARGIN IN VOTER POLL ACROSS NATION AFTER 12 YEARS OF G.O.P. RULE" with subheads and related photos.
The complete issue with all 3 sections, nice condition.... See More
Inauguration of President Clinton...
Item #607188
January 21, 1997
THE WASHINGTON POST, Jan. 21, 1997 At the very top is: "Special Inauguration Edition" with 3 front page photos on the inauguration of President Clinton. The banner headline: "Clinton Urges an End to Divisions".
Contains sections A and D. Very nice, clean condition.
Arnold Schwarzenegger elected governor in a L.A. paper...
Item #693549
October 08, 2003
LOS ANGELES TIMES, October 8, 2003
* Actor Arnold Schwarzennegger
* Elected governor of California
The front page has a banner headline: "Schwarzenegger Wins" with photo. (see) Nice to have this report in a newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry.
The complete 1st section only with all 36 pages, nice condition.... See More
President Obama Election and Inauguration Pair...
Item #554868
January 21, 2009
Here are a pair of the USA TODAY newspapers on the election and inauguration of Barrack Obama. A great set to have!
The first issue is dated November 5, 2008 and reports the election of Obama with headlines and photos throughout this complete 48 page issue.
The second is dated January 21, 2009 which covers his inauguration with headlines and photos throughout as well. This issue has 52... See More
President Obama's 2nd Inauguration... Beyonce performs....
Item #695655
January 22, 2013
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Jan. 22, 2013
* President Obama's Second Inauguration
* Several pages with both photos and textual details
* Beyonce sings the National Anthem
Several pages of this issue are dedicated to covering the 2nd Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama. See images for details.
The issue is complete in multiple sections and is in very good condition.... See More
The inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris...
Item #702868
January 21, 2021
NEW YORK POST, Jan. 21, 2021
* A day of "firsts"
* Joe Biden sworn in as oldest president to-date
* Kamala Harris 1st female, 1st black, 1st South-Asian Vice-President
* Doug Emhoff 1st "second Gentleman" and first Jewish-American married to a President or Vice-President
The entire front page and pages 3-13 tell of the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th President an... See More
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