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Item # 570051
June 23, 1947
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, June 23, 1947  This 38 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Los Angeles Harbor Rocked By Explosion of Big Tanker" and more. (see) report continues on page 3 with related photos.

Tells of the S.S. Markay oil tanker explosion at Berth 167, Mormon Island, Los Angeles, California.

Other news of the day throughout. Rag edition in nice condition.