THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, December 22, 1948

* State of Eire declares it's independence 
* Ireland 

This 28 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 10: "Ireland Cuts Last Tie with British Empire" with caption: "Independence At Last" 1st report coverage on the State of Eire (formerly Irish Free State) declaring its independence from British rule.

Other news, sports and advertisements of the day throughout including reporting on the death of Quentin Roosevelt II with photo (see photos). Some small binding holes along spine, very minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.