Historic Newspapers: Movies, Film & Theater
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Note: Some newspapers shown are of significant events upon which future movies and/or plays were based.
CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, Nov. 8, 1928
* Mount Etna volcano eruption
* Mascali, Sicily, Italy lava disaster
The front page has a one column heading: "Fiery Finger of Etna Wipes Out 2 Towns" (see images)
Complete with 44 pages, rag edition in great condition.
Background: The November 1928 eruption of Mount Etna stands as a pivotal moment in volcanology and Italian history, primarily due to the systematic destruction of the town of Mascali, which remains the only entire municipality erased by the…
Item from our most recent catalog - #367 - released for June, 2026
(Added to the June, 2026 catalog (#367) after its initial release - only available on-line.)
LOS ANGELES TIMES, March 14, 1988
* John Holmes death of the AIDS virus
* American adult Pornographic film actor
* "Johnny Wadd" "The King of Pornos"
* Inspiration for "Boogie Nights" & "Wonderland"
* One of the 1st famous men to die of this
The top of page 20 has a five column heading: "John C. Holmes, 'King' of 1,000 Porno Films, Dies at 43" with photo of Holmes. (see images)
Great to have from the capital of the adult film industry and the city where Holmes lived and died.
I suspect this to be…
CHICAGO TRIBUNE, June 18, 1978
* "Whippoorwill" showboat disaster
* Deadliest F1 tornado - 16 deaths
* Pomona Lake in Osage County, Kansas
The front page has a heading that reads: "Twister tips showboat, killing nine" with related map. Coverage continues inside with related photo. (see images)
Complete 1st section only with all 32 pages, minor margin wear, generally nice.
Background: The Whippoorwill Disaster of June 17, 1978, represents a harrowing and statistically unprecedented anomaly in…
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, May 6, 1934
* Bank robber John Dillinger gang
* Hunted in the Chicago area
* Woman friend Beth Green
The top of page 4 has a one column heading: "WOMAN FRIEND HID DILLINGER IN ST. PAUL HOUSE" with subhead. (see images)
Complete with all 40+ pages, light toning at the margins, binding slits along the spine, generally nice.
Background: Beth Green’s 15-month prison sentence for harboring the gang—holds immense historical significance because it perfectly captures the…
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 12, 1936
* Abraham Lincoln assassination eyewitness
* Mrs. Harriet Van Pelt interview w/ photo
* Was 18 years old at Ford's Theater event
The front page has a one column heading: "A GIRL OF 1865 TELLS OF SEEING LINCOLN SHOT" with subhead and related illustration. More on page 3 and a few related photos on the back page with one showing Harriet Van Pelt, the 88 year old woman who witnessed Lincoln's assassination when she was 18. (see images)
Complete with all 36 pages,…
SUN-TIMES, Chicago, June 11, 1982
* "E.T. the Extra Terrestrial" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day premiere movie review
* Steven Spielberg - science-fiction fantasy
* Also opening day for "Grease 2"
Page 59 has a full page advertisement for the opening day premiere of "E.T. the Extra Terrestrial" in Chicago.
Page 49 has a review of the film by Roger Ebert with heading: "'E.T.' an enchanting triumph" and photo. (see images)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because there was really no…
THE LEISURE HOUR, London, Sept. 12, 1861 This 12 page issue measures 9 1/2 x 6 1/2 inches and is "A Family Journal Of Instruction And Recreation" with 2 illustrations.
Nice condition.
Background: The September 12, 1861 issue of The Leisure Hour (No. 507) stands as a vital cultural artifact that highlights the shifting media landscape and socio-political anxieties of Victorian Britain. Published under the direction of the Religious Tract Society, this particular weekly issue embodies the…
THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 22, 1954
* Creature from the Black Lagoon - Gill-man
* Third day premiere advertisement for NYC
* 3D monster horror film - movie
Page 8 has a 3 1/2 x 3 inch advertisement for the third day premiere (regular showings) for a double feature showing of "Phantom of the Rue Morgue" and "Creature from the Back Lagoon" in New York City. (see)
Complete with 30 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition.
Background: The presence of the legendary RKO Palace Theatre on a May 22,…
THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 30, 1974
* Iconic director Steven Spielberg's 1st major film premiere
* Opening Day (Eve) for the movie "The Sugarland Express"
* American crime drama in Texas - Actress Goldie Hawn
Page 16 has a 9 x 5 inch advertisement for the opening day premiere of "The Sugarland Express" the following day. (see images) This was Steven Spielberg's very first major theatrical film.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because there was really no reason to save it at the…
LOS ANGELES EXAMINER, VE, May 7, 1945
* Germany Surrenders
* V-E day - Nazis quit
The masthead has a patriotic theme with blue and red ink. The terrific banner headline announces: "NAZIS SURRENDER" with: "EUROPE WAR COMES TO END" with large photo of Eisenhower. Great for display. More on the following pages. Two full page pictorials at the back.
First section only with 16 pages, some wear at the margins, minor central fold wear, partially loose along the spine, generally in good condition.
Backgrou…
CALENDAR section only of the Los Angeles Times, June 27, 1990
* Best original "Days of Thunder" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere review
* American sports action drama film - Tom Cruise
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Days of Thunder" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication.
Note: Where else might one find authentic, poster-size ads for…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, May 24, 1989
* Best "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" film advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere review
* Steven Spielberg - Harrison Ford
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication.
Note: Where else might one find authentic, poster-size ads for Opening…
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, March 28, 1955
* "Revenge of the Creature" - Gill-man
* "Creature from the Black Lagoon" sequel
* Opening day (midnight) premiere advertisement
* 3D monster horror film - movie
Page 36 has 10 x 5 1/2 inch advertisement for the opening day (midnight showing" for the monster film "Revenge of the Creature" in Detroit. (see images)
Complete with 44 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, small binding holes along the spine, otherwise nice.
background: The midnight…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Jan. 26, 1990
* Ava Gardner death (1st report)
* Movie - film actress & singer
* Best title to be had ?
The bottom of the ftpg. has an article headed: "Ava Gardner, Sultry Film Star, Dies at 67 in London." and includes a photo of her. The article carries over to page 22 where there are 2 more photos of her, with husbands Mickey Rooney and Frank Sinatra.
Great to have this report in a newspaper from the capital of the entertainment industry.
The complete first section with pages…
Item from our most recent catalog - #367 - released for June, 2026
(Added to the June, 2026 catalog (#367) after its initial release - only available on-line.)
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, April 13, 1961
* Bob Dylan - Robert Allen Zimmerman
* Very 1st public performance advertisement
* Gerde's Folk City music venue in Greenwich Village
An exceedingly significant newspaper which offers witness to the birth of the music career of the legendary Bob Dylan. And perhaps no better title exists for this content. Indeed, this notice may only have appeared in the Village Voice.
First, it is worth noting that "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture…
Item from our most recent catalog - #367 - released for June, 2026
(Added to the June, 2026 catalog (#367) after its initial release - only available on-line.)
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York City, Oct. 9, 1969
* Early Led Zeppelin - English rock band
* First North American tour (Fall) advertisement
* 1st and only Carnegie Hall concert
Page 32 has a historic 8 x 5 1/2 inch advertisement for a Led Zeppelin concert at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
Background: Led Zeppelin's performance at Carnegie Hall on October 17, 1969, marked a significant moment in rock history. As part of their Autumn 1969 North American Tour, the band played two…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Oct. 31, 1968
* Chuck Norris vs. Louis Delgado karate bout
* American martial artist and Hollywood actor
* Lightweight championship of the World ad
* CREAM British rock band - Spectrum concert ad
* Eric Clapton - Ginger Baker - Jack Bruce
Page 38 has a notice for "Professional Karate World Championship Bouts" with one of the bouts featuring Chuck Norris. An early mention of him prior to his successful acting career.
The same page also has a 6 x…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, May 2, 1968
* Grateful Dead concert in Electric Circus
* East village performance advertisement
* Jerry Garcia - Bob Weir - Ron "Pigpen" McKernan
* HAIR, the musical opens on Broadway at the Biltmore
Page 34 has a 9 1/2 x 7 1/2 inch advertisement for "GRATEFUL DEAD" for there performances at the Electric Circus in East Village.
Background: In May 1968, the Grateful Dead played a brief but evocative stand at The Electric Circus, the psychedelic…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, April 10, 1979
* !979 Academy Awards - Oscars in Los Angeles
* Vietnam War films "The Deer Hunter" & "Coming Home"
* Jon Voight - Jane Fonda - Christopher Walken photos
The front page has a banner headline for display: "Big Night for Vietnam Films" with subhead and a few related photos. Coverage continues on page 3 with a few more related photos. (see images) Best to have from capital of the entertainment industry. Very rare as such.
Complete 1st section only with all 32…
THE NEW YORK TIMES, June 18, 1946
* Detroit River-Windsor F4 tornado disaster
* River Rouge, Michigan to Ontario, Canada
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "Tornado Hits River Rouge, Kills 23 in Detroit Area" with subhead. (see images) Coverage continues inside with 2 related photos.
Complete with 46 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition.
Background: The historical significance of the 1946 Detroit–Windsor tornado lies primarily in its status as a catastrophic…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Feb. 3, 1966
* "Andy Warhol, Up-Tight" - Film-Makers' Cinematheque
* The Velvet Underground and Nico debut - Gerard Malanga
* Peter, Paul and Mary performs at the Philharmonic Hall
Page 22 has a 4 x 4 inch advertisement for "ANDY WARHOL, UP-RIGHT"
Background: Experience the explosive dawn of the multimedia revolution with "Andy Warhol, Up-Tight," the high-octane 1966 residency that shattered the boundaries between art, music, and the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Feb. 12, 1985
* Early & rare "The Fat Boys" editorial
* Beginning of new-school hip hop - rap music
* Rapper Darren Robinson - Beatboxing pioneer
Beginning on page 67 is an editorial by Robert Christgau on the new hip hop sensation "The Fat Boys" with photo. (see images)
Background: The mid-February 1985 editorial attention given to the Fat Boys by The Village Voice represents a watershed moment in music journalism, marking the exact…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, July 11, 1968
* The Doors - The Who - Jimi Hendrix Experience
* New York Rock Festival - Singer Bowl in Queens
* Rock bands concert performances advertisement
Page 24 has a 6 x 4 inch advertisement for "The New York Rock Festival" which featured "The Doors", The Who" and "Jimi Henrix". (see image)
Background: The "New York Rock Festival" at the Singer Bowl in August 1968 stands as a watershed moment in rock history, capturing the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Nov. 9, 1967
* Maharishi Mahesh Yogi - The Beatles guru
* Post "More popular than Jesus" remark
* John Lennon - Paul McCartney
* Transcendental Mediation Swami
* New religious movement
The front page has a heading: "What's New in America? Maharishi & Mediation" with related photo. (see images) Lengthy text continues on multiple inside pages.
Background: This specific convergence—The Beatles adopting Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s Transcendental…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, March 12, 1970
* Greenwich Village Townhouse Explosion
* Weather Underground - far-left militants
* Bomb making effort gone wrong - fail
* Hollywood actor Dustin Hoffman affected
The front page has a two column heading: "The House on 11th St.: Digging Up the Debris" with lead-in: "A 'Bomb Factory' ?" and 3 related photo including one of Hoffman. (see images) Great to have in Greenwich Village's very own publication.
Background: The 1970…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, November 1, 1997
* Best "Boogie Nights" film advertisement
* 2nd day of the original opening of this movie
* Mark Wahlberg - Burt Reynolds & more
A terrific issue on the 2nd day of the premiere of the motion picture hit "Boogie Nights" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication.
Note: Where else might one find authentic, poster-size ads for Opening Day showings,…
CALENDAR section only of the Los Angeles Times, Aug. 31, 2001
* Best original "Jeepers Creepers" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere review
* Horror film - Justin Long - Gina Philips
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Jeepers Creepers" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication.
Note: Where else might one find authentic, poster-size ads for…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, March 8, 1991
* Best "New Jack City" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere
* American crime action film - Wesley Snipes
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "New Jack City" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication (Calendar section only).
Note: Where else might one find authentic ads for Opening Day showings, in the most…
CHICAGO SUN-TIMES, June 16, 1978
* Great "Grease" advertisement
* Opening Day movie premiere
* Musical romantic film comedy
* John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
* Also opening day of "Jaws 2"
Page 89 has a nice advertisement for the opening day premiere of the iconic film "GREASE" from the city where the inspiration for the movie originated. (see details below)
Also a nice advertisement for the opening day of "JAW 2" (see images)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no…
THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 30, 1950
* "Hollywood Ten" U.S. Supreme Court ruling
* Left-wing movie screenwriters and directors
* The Collapse of the First Amendment Defense
* Judicial Deference to HUAC - Legalization of the Blacklist
The front page has a one column heading: "HIGH COURT DENIES 13 CONTEMPT PLEAS" with subhead. (see images)
Complete with 32 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition.
Background: The Supreme Court’s May 29, 1950, refusal to hear the appeals of the Hollywood Ten…
CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angeles Times, Sat. May 5, 2007
* "Spider-Man 3" film advertisement
* Grand Opening week movie premiere
* Superhero - Toby Maguire - Topher Grace
A nice issue on the premiere (2nd day) of the motion picture hit "Spider-Man 3" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication.
Page 5 of this section has a nice advertisement for the superhero movie by Marvel…
BOSTON GAZETTE, Jan. 12, 1807
* Edgar Allan Poe's father & mother theater ads
* "The Secret" and "Robin Hood" comedy plays
* Eliza Arnold Hopkins Poe & David Poe Jr.
The top of page 3 under "Boston Theatre" is a notice for the performances of "THE SECRET", with Mr. Poe as "Henry Torrid" and "ROBIN HOOD" with Mrs. Poe as "Clorinda" re. the parents of Edgar Allan Poe.
Complete with 4 pages, nice condition.
background: The performance on January 12, 1807, at the Boston Theatre serves as a vital…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Aug. 23, 1983
* Very early Beastie Boys performance advertisement
* Transition to hip hop - rap rock group - "Cooky Puss"
* Over 3 years prior to their debut album "Licensed to Ill"
* Twisted Sister - American heavy metal band
* Stevie Nicks - "Fleetwood Mac" singer songwriter
* The Police - English rock band - musician "Sting"
Page 111 has a advertisement for upcoming performances at the Danceteria nightclub with one of the performers…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Sept. 24-30, 1980
* The Kinks - English rock band
* Part of the British invasion in America
* Nassau Coliseum concert advertisement
* "One for the Road" album tour
* "You Really Got Me" song fame
Page 71 has a nice full page advertisement for a upcoming performance by "THE KINKS" at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. (see images)
Background:On October 26, 1980, The Kinks performed at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in…
CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angeles Times, May 6, 2007 This section is loaded with nice, displayable advertisements and articles for upcoming films for the Summer of 2007.
Complete Calendar section only with 26 pages, very nice condition.
Background: The May 6, 2007, "Summer Movie Sneaks" issue of the Los Angeles Times stands as a historical time capsule for the "Summer of the Three," a pivotal moment when Hollywood fully pivoted toward the "mega-franchise" model that dominates the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Jan. 9, 1969
* The Doors - Jim Morrison counterculture rock band
* First & only Madison Square Garden concert show
* Considered there 1st big venue performance advertisement
* Year of the Woodstock music festival in Bethel, New York
Page 34 has a 5 x 3/12 inch advertisement for "The DOORS" concert at Madison Square Garden. This was there first & only appearance at the famous venue. This was also just the 2nd time a rock band played there with…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Oct. 27, 1966
* Dr. Timothy Leary ad
* Psychedelic celebration #2
* Andy Warhol's Plastic Inevitable
* The Velvet Underground & Nico
Page 17 has a 4 x 3 1/2 inch ad for a "DR. TIMOTHY LEARY" lecture at Village Theater.
Page 18 has a small advertisement for: "Andy Warhol's The Velvet Underground & Nico" performance at The Balloon Farm.
And the bottom of page 23 has a 9 1/2 x 3 inch ad for: "ANDY WARHOL'S PLASTIC INEVITABLE THE VELVET UNDERGROUND…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, June 14, 1983
* Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five
* Performance at the Ritz nightclub advertisement
* Beginning of new-school hip hop - rap music
* DJ Scratching - vinyl record turntable moving
Page 109 has a full page ad for various upcoming performances at the "RITZ" in Manhattan with one of the performers being "Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five" (see images)
Background: The performance by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Jan. 12, 1976
* 1st "Queen" North America concert tour
* "A Night at the Opera" "Bohemian Rhapsody"
* Beacon Theatre - New York City advertisement
Page 79 has a full page advertisement: "... Invite You To A Night At The Opera With QUEEN..." This one of the very 1st Queen concerts in North America.
Background: The February 1976 residency at the Beacon Theatre serves as a historical marker for Queen’s transition from a rising glam-rock cult…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Oct. 3, 1989
* Rolling Stones - English rock band w/ Living Colour
* Mick Jagger - Keith Richards - Ronnie Woods
* "Steel Wheels" album tour at Shea Stadium
* "The World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band"
Page 85 has a great full page advertisement for a upcoming performance by "ROLLING STONES" at Shea Stadium. (see images)
Background: On October 10, 1989, the Rolling Stones played Shea Stadium in New York City as part of their massive Steel…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, April 23, 1979
* Movie director George Romero
* Zombies in horror films pioneer
* "Dawn of the Dead" release
Starting on the front page is a editorial on George Romero and his release of "Dawn of the Dead" with heading: "Knight of the Living Dead" with photo of Romero (notice the red library stamp here). (see images)
This editorial continues on multiple inside pages with a few more related photos. See images for portion of the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, July 14, 1975
* The Doobie Brothers - American rock band
* "What a Fool Believes" "Black Water" song fame
* Roosevelt Stadium - Jersey City concert advertisement
Page 85 has a nice full page advertisement for a upcoming "THE DOOBIE BROTHERS" concert at Roosevelt Stadium in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Background: The Doobie Brothers’ performance at Roosevelt Stadium on August 31, 1975, serves as a poignant historical marker for the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Sept. 30-Oct. 6, 1981
* Foreigner - American rock band advertisement
* Mick Jones - Lou Gramm - Dennis Elliott
* Madison Square Garden - MSG concert
Page 63 has a nice full page advertisement for a upcoming performance by "FOREIGNER w/ Billy Squier" concert at Madison Square Garden. (see image)
Background: On October 30, 1981, Foreigner played a sold-out concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City as part of their 4 Tour,…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, July 5, 1973
* The Grateful Dead w/ Allman Brothers - The Band
* Summer Jam at Watkins Glen concert advertisement
* Largest attendance at a pop festival - Bigger than Woodstock
Page 54 has a 10 x 5 1/2 inch advertisement for the Summer Jam at Watkins Glen. (see image)
Background:Summer Jam at Watkins Glen was a legendary rock festival held on July 28, 1973, at Watkins Glen Grand Prix Raceway in New York. It featured three major bands: the…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, June 29, 1967
* Tiny Tim opens for Jimi Hendrix & The Doors
* Famous American guitarist makes New York debut
* American rock band - Jim Morrison
* Steve Paul's Scene nightclub advertisement
Page 29 has a 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 inch advertisement for upcoming performances at The Scene nightclub. Among the performers are very early appearances by The Doors & Jimi Hendrix. According to the ad, this was Hendrix's New York City debut. But interesting is…
THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 30, 1949
* "Portrait of Jennie" or "Tidal Wave"
* Supernatural film - Jennie Jones - Ethel Barrymore
* Opening Day in New York City w/ review
* Opening day premiere advertisement
Page 31 has a 11 5 1/2 inch advertisement for the opening day premiere of the supernatural film "Portrait of Jennie" in New York City.
And on the same page is the opening day review under the heading: "Selznick's 'Portrait of Jennie,' With Cotton and Jennifer Jones, Opens at Rivoli" with photo of…
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Jan. 9, 1934
* American singer & musician Rudy Vallée
* One of the first "teen idol" pop stars
* Actress wife Fay Webb infidelity lawsuit
The front page has a two column photo headed: "She Charges He IS Untrue" Also a one column heading: "Suit Accuses Rudy of Intimacies with 3 Other Women" (see images)
Complete with 22 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, generally in good condition.
Background: The lawsuit filed by Fay Webb against Rudy Vallee on January…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, July 20, 1972
* Black Sabbath - English heavy metal rock band
* Nassau Coliseum concert advertisement
* Singer Ozzy Osbourne - Tony Iommi w/ photo
* The J.Geils Band and Blue Oyster Cult
Page 37 has a 9 x 4 inch advertisement for "BLACK SABBATH" concert at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. (see images)
Background:On July 27, 1972, Black Sabbath played a powerful show at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, during their tour…
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Jan. 30, 1942
* First World War II "Medal of Honor" given
* Lieutenant Alexander "Sandy" Nininger Jr.
* Hero for actions at the Battle of Bataan
* Post attack on Pearl Harbor Pacific Theater
The top of the front page has two photos headed: "Dies A Hero" Also a one column heading: "M'ARTHUR OFFICER HONORED BY NATION" with subhead. (see images)
Much more reporting on World War II events of the day. Complete with all 38 pages, rag edition in very nice condition.
Background: The…
CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angles Times, May 15, 1986
* "Top Gun" advertisement (day before release)
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere (EVE)
* Military action drama film - Tom Cruise
A nice issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Top Gun" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication.
Page 5 of this section has a 10 x 6 1/2 inch (not counting the locations underneath)…
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