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Item #161001
January 25, 1950
EVENING CHRONICLE, Jan. 25, 1950 Seven column head: "ALGER HISS GETS 5 YEARS" Subhead: "Remains Free Until Courts Rule Finally On His Appeal" Front page only.
Item #161008
August 09, 1958
MORNING CALL, Aug. 9, 1958 Two line, five col. head: "Nautilus Sails From Pacific To Atlantic Under Polar ice" Subhead: "Atomic Sub Pioneers new Route" & photo of map and map of route. Front page only.
Mark McGwire sets home run record...
Item #161020
September 08, 1998
THE ST. LOUIS POST DISPATCH -- STADIUM EXTRA, September 8, 1998 This "Stadium Extra Edition" reports Mark McGwire's breaking of Roger Maris' single season home run record. This issue is unique and quite difficult to find as it was only available at the stadium. Great to have this report in a St. Louis paper.
Complete in 20 pages, nice condition, some typical ink smudging (... See More
Item #161027
January 19, 1950
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Jan. 19, 1950. Page 10 has a two line, two column head: "Rep. Ford Is Named 'Young Man of Year'" and just above this and underscored is a one line head: "War On Bossism Wins Honor." The report begins: "Rep. Gerald R. Ford, Jr. (R), Grand Rapids, was chosen as one of the Nation's 10 'young men of the year'" Plus a bit more about the award and the other recipients. Includes a... See More
Lou Gehrig... Cal Ripken...
Item #161054
September 06, 1995
"STADIUM EXTRA" of the SUN newspaper from Baltimore, dated Sept. 6, 1995, celebrating Cal Ripken breaking Lou Gehrig's record by playing in 2131 consecutive games. See the photo below for the terrific front page, making this a very nice issue for display. This is a 4 page "Extra" edition which is quite scarce, different from the regular newstand edition of that day. Some ye... See More
Item #161057
October 08, 1904
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY, Oct. 8, 1904. Has a full front page illustration: "Main Rotunda Of The New Pennsylvania Station, New York City" being a photograph of a model displayed at the St. Louis Fair. Very small piece missing in the lower right corner.
Item #161064
April 05, 1902
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY, April 5, 1902. Full front page illustration: "The Glass Palace and Illuminating Fountain In The Theatrical Production 'Beauty And The Beast'". Shows above and below the stage. Text inside. Nice.
Item #161065
December 11, 1910
SUNDAY MAGAZINE OF THE ST. LOUIS REPUBLIC, Dec. 11, 1910. Full front page illustration in color shows a jolly Santa reading a "Dear Santa" letter as he holds spectacles in his other hand, with letters scattered in the foreground. Good condition.
Land rush in Oklahoma...
Item #161078
September 04, 1901
CHRISTIAN HERALD, New York, Sept. 4, 1901 Five front page illustrations show: Scenes In The Great Free Land Rush In Oklahoma". Format is similar to Harper's Weekly although some of the reports have a religious theme. Good condition.
Item #161109
May 28, 1906
WELLSVILLE DAILY REPORTER, Wellsville, N.Y., May 28, 1906 One col. heads on the ftpg. from Mobile, Ala: "Five Deaths At A Ball Game" Lightening Bolt Fell In Midst of Spectators" "Two Others Seriously Injured" and more. Browned and a bit pulpish at the edges.
Item #161114
April 13, 1958
The Detroit News Sunday Pictorial dated April 13, 1958, with Billy Martin on the front page (see the photo below). Nice article about Martin inside. Binding holes at the top in the blank margin affect each leaf, otherwise in good condition. NOTE: Glare is caused by photo flash...color is actually very clean and sharp.
Item #161116
April 20, 1947
THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE, dated April 20, 1947. The photo below shows "Princess Elizabeth At 21" on the front page. Trimmed a bit close at the top causing minor loss to the blank margin, otherwise in very good condition.
Item #161123
May 14, 1961
SUNDAY PICTORIAL Magazine from The Detroit News Newspaper dated may 14, 1961. This 40 page magazine contains a color cover of Debbie Reynolds with caption: "Hollywood's Comeback Queen: Debbie Reynolds" Related items on the inside pages. This issue is in nice condition.
Item #161125
June 28, 1902
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN from New York and dated June 28, 1902. This 16 page magazine is in nice condition. This issue contains various scene photos from the Fiji Islands and also contains latest invention news and photo on the inside pages.
Item #161164
January 01, 1919
THE JEWISH EXPONENT, Philadelphia, subtitled: "A Weekly Journal Devoted to the Interests of the Jewish People" dated 1919. This is a complete 14 page newspaper in excellent condition, still rather white, printed on high-quality paper stock. The issue measures about 12 1/2 by 18 1/2 inches. As might be imagined, virtually all the content is of Jewish interest. A rare issue.
The photo is ... See More
James Montgomery Flagg...
Item #161168
November 15, 1906
LESLIE'S WEEKLY magazine dated Nov. 15, 1906. See the photo below for the nice double page centerfold by James Montgomery Flagg, captioned: "On The Day of the Mothers' Convention" showing men tending their babies. Very light glue stain at the central fold does not deter, otherwise in nice condition and quite displayable. You get the complete issue, not just this print.
Item #161171
October 23, 1928
THE DETROIT NEWS, Oct. 23, 1928 Ftpg. 2 line, 1 col. head: "Hoover Given Ovation In N.Y." & subheads: "East Side, West Side Turn Out To Cheer and Acclaim Smith's Opponent" "The Garden Rafters Rise" & more. Text of Hoover's speech on pg. 2. Title of the speech was "Principles and Ideals of the U. S. Government" and in the speech he used the phrase "Rugged Individualism". Browned a bit at the edges.... See More
Item #161208
January 01, 1900
PRETORIA FRIEND from present-day South Africa, dated 1900. From during the Borer War period, the front page contains a "Proclamation" with other war-related reports on the inside pages. This is a complete, 4 page issue measuring about 16 by 11 inches, in very nice condition and printed on thick, very high-quality paper. Not the least bit pulpish nor fragile! A nice rarity.
Item #161212
October 07, 1936
Allentown Morning Call newspaper from Allentown, Penna., dated Oct. 7, 1936. See the photo below for the nice front page photo headed: "Mel Ott's Double Scores Two in First for Giants" and the 3 line, 2 column head: "Yankees Wallop Giants, 13 to 5, to Win The Sries" with various subheads as well. You get the complete issue which is in nice condition save for some wear at the margins.
Early stock market newspaper...
Item #161223
January 01, 1901
THE WALL STREET DAILY NEWS, "A Daily Journal Devoted to Financial Interests." as noted in the masthead. New York City, 1901. A small folio-size newspaper of 4 pages, primarily filled with financial news. Like an early version of the "Wall Street Journal". Thick-stock newsprint, in very nice condition. Image shown is representative of this issue you will receive.
Item #161228
August 02, 1913
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, August 2, 1913. This issue has front page illustration(s) of the: "THE ELECTRIC PRODUCTION OF STEEL". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Vintage World War II newspaper...
Item #161239
January 01, 1944
Here is your opportunity to own an authentic, complete (all pages), original issue of The New York Times (not a copy) from the heart of World War II. The stories found in this paper will give you a realistic look at what was going on in the world during this critical time in world history. Gain a deeper, richer sense of our country's history - through the eyes of those who actually lived throu... See More
Valentine theme...
Item #161240
February 04, 1909
LIFE magazine, New York, February 4, 1909 The photo shows the delightful cover of this issue done by James Montgomery Flagg. Missing back leaf, otherwise in nice condition. Note: photo has some shadowing, and a glare spot caused by flash...cover is actually very clean and nice!
Item #161279
September 21, 1901
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY September 21, 1901. This paper contains 2 full pages outlined in black in memory of: President McKinley(see picture). The article is titled "God's will be done- Not ours." This paper is in very nice condition and measures about 11 by 15.5 inches.
Socialist/communist newspaper...
Item #161291
January 01, 1972
DAILY WORLD, New York, 1972 Here is an interesting left-wing newspaper of tabloid size from this interesting period in American history. Some fascinating reading! The photo below is a "generic" photo of the paper. The issue you get will have a similar look but will be a different date in 1972, and obviously have different content. Nice condition.
Item #161294
May 12, 1900
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT, New York, May 12, 1900. This paper contains the front page prints and 2 pages of internal article of: THE MANY STAGES OF MANUFACTURING TIRES (see pictures). This paper is in very nice condition with minor edge tears without loss and measures about 11 by 15.5 inches.
Item #161295
November 17, 1906
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT, New York, November 17, 1906. This paper contains prints and internal article of: "Early Flying Machines", with text describing various flying techniques including the use of human arms. This issue also has prints and text: "COMBINING ADHESION AND RACK LOCOMOTIVE FOR ASSISTING IN HAULAGE HEAVY EXPRESS TRAINS OVER STEEP GRADIENTS" (see pictures). This paper is in ve... See More
Robin Yount of the Brewers...
Item #161305
July 26, 1975
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, July 26, 1975 This sporting newspaper is about 50 pages in length and is in terrific condition and has never been bound. This particular issue features ROBIN YOUNT OF THE MILWAUKEE BREWERS on the front with text about him in the inside pages. This issue is loaded with sports news 7 photos of the day with several advertisements featuring beer, cigarettes, etc. Th... See More
Bill Waklton, Bob McAdoo & Julius Erving...
Item #161346
March 18, 1972
THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, March 18, 1972 This sporting newspaper is about 100 pages in length and is in terrific condition and has never been bound. This particular issue features BILL WALTON OF THE UCLA BRUINS on the front with text about him in the inside pages. Other photos and supporting articles center around Julius Erving and Bob McAdoo. This issue is loaded with sports news & ... See More
Suzanne Somers...
Item #161352
December 01, 1978
TV GUIDE with the following celebrity and headings on the front page: "Suzanne Somers: 'I Want it All'" "Video Disks Open New Worlds For Viewers." Nov. 25 - Dec.1, 1978 Good condition.
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Nearly Every Issue From 1939 - 1988
Item #161374
January 01, 1939
The Sporting News . . . We have an extensive inventory of The Sporting News which contains nearly every issue from 1939 through 1988. If you want an issue with a headline for a particular sport, or an issue from a particular year, feel free to mention this in the comment field when you place your order. Keep in mind, Hall of Fame issues are sold individually at significantly higher prices.
World War II memorial tribute... A great gift for WW II veterans...
Item #161392
January 01, 1944
THE NEW YORK TIMES. This issue has plenty of war reports within its many pages, and is guaranteed to have front page war coverage.
With the recent opening of the National World War II Memorial in Washington D.C., this makes a unique and timely gift for the WW II veteran in your life. The issue is in very good condition. Note: The issue may be different than the one in the photo, but ... See More
Boston Bruins win their 20th game consecutive game to set a record...
Item #161430
February 14, 1941
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Febraury 14, 1941 Banner headline on pg. 21: Bruins Sink Rangers and Set Record at 20 games in Row without a Defeat and one column subheads: 15,312 See Boston Rally To Win, 5-3 Rangers Get 2 Goals in First Period, Then Bruins Score 5 Without a Break Cowly Registers Twice Dumart Also Makes Pair of Markers--Blue Shirts Lose Share in Streak Record. Includes a detailed summary of t... See More
Item #161434
October 08, 1924
NEWPORT DAILY NEWS, Rhode Island, Oct. 8, 1924 Two line, four column head: "GIANTS TAKE THE LEAD AGAIN, WINNING FROM WASHINGTON, 6-2" with subheads & box scores. Some margin chipping but no loss.
Banner headline newspapers from World War II...
Item #161445
January 01, 1945
We have many banner headline newspapers from World War II, covering nearly every major historical event, which are not on our website. Please contact us at 570-326-1045 or e-mail us at info@rarenewspapers.com with your specific needs. They typically range in price from $35-$75. The $50 price shown is only an estimate.
Item #161474
January 01, 1919
THE AMAROC NEWS, Coblenz, Germany, 1919. The masthead features an eagle and a scroll (see photos). This is an interesting newspaper published by the: "American Army Of Occupation" at "Coblenz on the Rhine" from just after the end of WWI. A quite rare title. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date-but wi... See More
Ornate cover...
Item #161475
January 01, 1913
THE AMERICAN HEBREW, New York, 1913 Ornate cover with yellow paper in blue ink. An interesting piece of Judaica with a very ornate, yellow outer wrapper (see). Complete in 24 pages printed on high-quality coated paper, in great condition although slightly irregular at the spine where disbound. Uncommon.
Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this spec... See More
On the Boer War...
Item #161476
January 01, 1900
BLACK AND WHITE BUDGET, London, 1900 An interesting and uncommon periodical, published in London, but concentrating its coverage to events of the Boer War in South Africa. There is other content present as well. Many photos within. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the format as... See More
Item #161477
January 01, 1932
BOSTON TIMES, Boston, Massachusetts, 1932. A weekly newspaper by the "American Labor Newspapers Association" with its content mostly focused on labor and union issues. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the format as shown. An 8 page newspaper measuring 16"x11".
Item #161479
January 01, 1911
CANAL RECORD, Ancon, Isthmus of Panama, 1911. An interesting little newspaper published by the "Isthmian Canal Commission", given free of charge to employees of the Commission & the Panama Railroad Company. A great record of the construction of the canal. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date b... See More
Item #161481
January 01, 1945
THE CHINA LANTERN, Calcutta, India, 1945. An interesting & unusual newspaper published for the American forces in World War II, with notation: "Precensored For Mailing" in the dateline. Much on the war, 4 pages, some photos, minimal wear. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date-but will have the format as shown... See More
Item #161482
January 01, 1907
THE COMMERICIAL AND FINANCIAL CHRONICLE, New York, NY, 1907. An interesting finance and investment-related periodical mostly taken up with finance-related advertisements within its 20 pages, but there are some news reports near the back. Nice condition. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the... See More
Movie News!
Item #161486
January 01, 1956
MOTION PICTURE DAILY, New York, NY, 1956. Interesting little publication for and about the movie industry, giving the latest information on the various background eventsof the motion picture world. Some television news as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific content nor be of this specific date-but will have the format as shown. Six pag... See More
Item #161487
January 01, 1901
NEW YORK WEEKLY WITNESS, New York, NY, 1901. Subtitled: "An Exponent of Applied Christianity--Undenominational in Religion--Independent in Politics." which pretty much sums up the content within. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will be of a slightly different date but will have the format as shown. Eight pages measuring 17"x13", even browning.
World War 1...
Item #161488
January 01, 1918
OFFICIAL BULLETIN, Washington, DC, 1918. An unusual newspaper published daily by the "Committee on Public Information", meant to keep the public informed of both political & military matters, particularly during the WWI period. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will be of a slightly different date but will have the format as shown. Sixteen pages measuri... See More
Item #161491
January 01, 1928
PUBLIX OPINION, New York, New York, 1928. An interesting newspaper for the motion picture industry, published by the "Publix Theatres Corporation". Much content regarding the movie world during this fascinating time of the "Roaring Twenties", and which "talkies" were just beginning to be shown. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will ha... See More
Labor newspaper...
Item #161493
January 01, 1955
PEOPLE'S WORLD, San Francisco, 1955. A labor newspaper focused primarily on labor concerns and news. Various photos within. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not be of this specific date but will have the format as shown. Eight pages measuring 16"x11", various edge & fold tears and partially loose at the spine.
Broadside World War II newspaper...
Item #161494
January 01, 1945
TEL-PICS, New York, NY, 1945. A broadside (printed on one side only) newspaper originally meant to be displayed in store windows, with the front mostly taken up with a large photo of the war, plus a caption. A very unusual item in nice condition. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not be this specific date but will have the format as shown. Broadside measuring 13... See More
In-house real estate periodical...
Item #161495
January 01, 1911
STROUT'S BUGGY-SEAT CONFIDENCES, Boston, Massachusetts, 1911. A curious little publication by and for those working for the Strout real estate company, the "World's Largest Farm Agency". Printed on coated stock. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Eight pages measuring 10"x7", a ... See More
Item #161496
January 01, 1918
SIMMONS SERVICE WAR BULLETIN, 1918. An in-house newspaper for those working for the E. C. Simmmons Cutlery & Tools company, with content relating to WWI. Six pages, printed on coated stock, binding holes at the spine margin, minimal rubbing. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not be this specific date but will have the format as shown. Measures about 8 by 11 inches.
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