CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, Nov. 3, 1948  See the photo for what is arguably the most recognizable headline of the 20th century: "DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN". Even those not remotely knowledgeable about historic newspapers are familiar with this headline as it appeared in countless history books, historical reviews of the 20th century, and presidential campaign and election reports.
It was the early edition of this paper which printed this famous error, changed with the second edition. Several bundles of the first edition had already been shipped by train to the Chicago suburbs before the error was realized, and it was only those which had an opportunity to survive, most having been destroyed within a few days of the print date. It is interesting to note that the typesetters of the Tribune were on strike at the time so much of this issue was set using a typewriter, giving it its amateur appearance.  Some sentences are even pasted in upside down.
Although we have offered many of this famous newspaper over the last 36 years, we have not had one to offer within the last three years. And the condition of this issue exceeds any we have had in the past. It is complete with all 3 sections and 54 pages and is in excellent condition with no toning and no margin damage. There is a very small archival mend near the spine of page 2 only. An excellent example of this very famous newspaper.