Syrian president assassination in 1949....
THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 15, 1949
- Syrian president assassination
- Husni al-Za'im
This 34 page newspaper has a two column heading on the front page: "President, Premier of Syria Are Killed in Officers' Coup" with subhead and photo of Zi'am (see photos). 1st report coverage on the assassination of Husni al-Ziam, president of Syria.
Other news of the day throughout including sports and various advertisements. Complete, rag edition in great condition.
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