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BETHLEHEM DAILY TIMES, Pennsylvania, July 31, 1875
* President Andrew Johnson
* Death (1st report)
Page 2 has a very brief item headed: "Death of Andrew Johnson" which is datelined "July 31" & reads: "Ex-President Andrew Johnson died very suddenly at Chattanooga, Tenn., at 2:30 o'clock this morning of paralysis." This is immediately followed by a lengthier report headed: "Obituary - Andrew Johnson" which takes over half a column (see).
This is a same day report, rarely found as such.…
"Lonesome Lover"... "Do Nothing 'Til You Hear From Me"...
Los Angeles Times, August 15, 2010
* Abbey Lincoln's obituary
* American Jazz vocalist, songwriter & actress
* Civil Rights Activist
The top half of pg. A39 has an obituary and death report with the heading: "Jazz singer championed civil rights", which is accompanied by 2 images depicting both her music and acting career. The coverage is quite extensive. See images for details.
All major sections are present and in very good condition.
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 13, 1928 (new discovery - read backgrounds 1 and 2 below)
* Death report of Lewis H. Latimer
* Member of the Edison Pioneers
* Credited for drawing plans for Alexander Graham Bell's telephone
Page 29 has a 2-paragraph obituary headed: "LEWIS H. LATIMER DEAD", which tells of the death of Black-American Lewis Latimer, a member of the Edison Pioneers. See background details below.
Other news of the day is found throughout.
Complete in 60 pages,
THE LOS ANGELES TIMES, January 4, 2005
* Death of Shirley Chisholm
* 1st African American Woman elected to the United States Congress
Page 10 of Section B has a half-page report on the death and obituary of "Shirley Chisholm, 80: Ran for President, Served 13 Years in Congress." She was the first African-American to be elected to the United States Congress; and in 1972 the first black candidate for a major party's nomination for President of the United States, and the first woman to…
Barton Booth's obituary...
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1733
* The death report of Barton Booth
* Poem (extracts) written by Lord Baltimore
* Value of crops in the American colonies
Probably the most notable item is the obituary of Barton Booth (page 269), one of the most celebrated dramatic actors of the early-mid 1700's.
Another interesting article has: "Extracts of a Poem to Lord Baltimore".
Included also is a nice article titled: "The Case Stated betwixt the Sugar Colonies in the Islands and…
THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS, Nov. 23, 1963
* From the city where it happened
A quite rare & extremely desirable newspaper with a first report on John F. Kennedy's assassination, from the city where it happened.
The two line bold banner headline proclaims: "KENNEDY SLAIN ON DALLAS STREET" with subhead: "Johnson Becomes President", plus a rather large photo of "John F. Kennedy" and a smaller photo of Lyndon Johnson. A considerable amount of related news and photos inside as well.
Of…
LOS ANGELES TIMES--EXTRA, Oct. 14, 1977
* Bing Crosby's death - with large photo
The banner headline announces: "BING CROSBY DIES" with subhead: "Singer, 73, Stricken While Golfing on Madrid Course" with a ftpg. photo of him and another of him & his family. Terrific to have in a Los Angeles newspaper.
This is the first section only with pages 1-32. Very nice condition.
CHICAGO SUN-TIMES, September 12, 1971
* Nikita Khrushchev's death report...
* Former Prime Minister of the Soviet Union
* Leader of the Communist Party
The front page has a banner headline: "KHRUSHCHEV IS DEAD AT 77", with a related photo. Multiple pages within include additional photos and coverage. Great coverage of the death of the former Prime Minister of the Soviet Union - the chief of the Communist Party. The intro report is from Moscow, Russia.
Other news, sports and…
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, March 24, 1862
* Uriah P. Levy death (1st report)
* 1st Jewish commodore of U.S. Navy
* American Civil War - Jews
The most notable content within this issue is the very brief, but historic page 3 report of the death of Commodore (Admiral) Uriah P. Levy, the first U.S. Jewish Commodore, War of 1812 hero, and credited for abolishing the disciplinary procedure of flogging.
Among the war-related column heads inside are: "THE WAR FOR THE UNION" "ANOTHER GREAT…
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, October 28, 1911
* 1911 newspaper from New England
* Odd & mysterious death report
Among the various news items and advertisements of the day, the back page has a very unusual death report: "DROPS DEAD WHEN BIRTH TREE FALLS", which describes an elder man's demise upon his last stroke of an axe which felled his birth tree - a tree which had been planted by his parents on the day of his birth. If true, this one certainly belongs in the next book on…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, February 7, 1993 (2-sections)
* Arthur Ashe's death report
* dies of AIDS...
* Only African-American to win both Wimbledon and the U.S. Open (at the time of his death)
Both the front page and the 1st page of the Sports Section tell of the death of Arthur Ashe.
Included are the main section and the Sports Section - both which are in excellent condition.
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 10, 1836
* Death of Nathan Mayer Rothschild
* Established English Branch of the Rothschild family
* President Jackson and others discuss the U.S. surplus
The front page has a brief, albeit historic, report on the death of Nathan Mayer Rothschild, the founder of the English branch of the Rothschild family legacy and influence.
A portion of the text includes: "He...swayed princes and ministers by the power of his immense wealth". Quite historic - and nice to…
"Talent Plus Decency"...
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Mass., Dec. 16, 1966
* Walt Disney death w/ photo
* Business magnate
* Richie Allen wins MLB's slugging title
The front page has a three-column, two-line heading: "Walt Disney's Formula - Talent Plus Decency" which is followed by a nice report on his death. The article includes a photo and continues on an inside page.
Under "SPORTS" on page 5 is: "Richie Allen Winner Of NL Slugging Title", which tells of 25-year-old Dick Allen of the Philadelphia Phillies…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, August 11, 2008
* The death report of Isaac Hayes
* Detailed coverage of the Summer Olympics
The front page has: Isaac Hayes, 1942-2008 - 'Black Moses' led pop to new ground," which tell of the death of Isaac Hayes, and includes a photo and supporting text. The article continues on pg. A12, which in dedicated to him in its entirety, and includes multiple photos.
A special section, "BEIJING 2008," has considerable coverage of the Summer Olympics.
The issue is in good…
THE PRATT DAILY TRIBUNE, Kansas, November 8, 1962
* Anna Eleanor Roosevelt death (1st report)
* President Franklin D. Roosevelt wife
This 10 page newspaper has a small one column photo of Mrs. Roosevelt with caption: "EX-1st Lady Dies"
Page 4 has a three column headline: "Mrs. Roosevelt Dies" with text. Other news of the day. A few binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Anna Eleanor Roosevelt (October 11, 1884–November 7, 1962) was the…
ALLEGANY COUNTY REPORTER, New York, April 15, 1902 (1st section)
* Rev. Talmage's death report
* Brooklyn Tabernacle & Central Presbyterian pastor
* Union Army Chaplain... prolific writer/editor
The front page has the singe column heading: "Dr. Talmage's Death", with subheadings: "Celebrated Divine Died at His House In Washington" and "Most Popular of Preachers". The article includes a corresponding illustration and takes more than two columns of text.
Other news and advertisements of…
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, October, 1832
* Sir Walter Scott, 1st Baronet's death
Near the back of the issue is the obituary for Sir Walter Scott taking nearly 24 pages. Although lengthy and informative, the first line of the obituary may describe him best: "Sept. 21. At Abbotsford, Co. Roxburgh, aged 61. Sir Walter Scott, Bart. the proudest name in the modern annals of literature." There is also a half page engraving: "Dryburgh Abbey, The Burial Place Of Sir Walter Scott".
Includes the plates…
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, October, 1832
* Sir Walter Scott, 1st Baronet death
Near the back of the issue is the obituary for Sir Walter Scott taking nearly 24 pages.
Although lengthy and informative, the first line of the obituary may describe him best: "Sept. 21. At Abbotsford, Co. Roxburgh, aged 61. Sir Walter Scott, Bart. the proudest name in the modern annals of literature." There is also a half page engraving: "Dryburgh Abbey, The Burial Place Of Sir Walter Scott".
Included are the plates…
CHICAGO TRIBUNE, Illinois, Oct. 25, 2005
* Rosa Parks' death report
* Refusal to move from her seat in the "white section" of bus
* Montgomery, Alabama
The front page has a large photo headed: "Rosa Parks, 1913-2005". The corresponding coverage below the photo has the heading: "Her Refusal to move moved a nation." The article continues on page 22 with details on her life along with an additional large photo. See images for details.
Other news of the day is found throughout.
All main…
Mention of "The Pretender"...
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Edinburgh, March 9, 1784 Within this issue is a report of the death of the Count of Albany, which makes reference to The Pretender. Also included is a decorative woodcut ad for "Improved Milk of Roses". News of the day with period advertising are present throughout. Measures approximately 8 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, complete in 8 pages, in good condition.
* Adlai Stevenson's death report
* U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations
* Two-time Democratic candidate for President
The top of the front page has the bold banner heading: "Adlai Stevenson Dies in London at 65", with a photo and subhead, "He Collapses In Street Near U.S. Embassy." The inside has additional related articles and photos. Other news of the day throughout. Page 19 has a displayable 3/4-page
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, Jan. 31, 1919 The front page has a report headed: "NAT GOODWIN THE FAMOUS COMEDIAN DEAD - Given Chloroform Linament Accidentally by an Attendant and Failed to Stand the Shock". This tells of the tragic death of famed actor and comedian, Nathaniel Goodwin. See images for details.
Other news, sports, and advertisements of the day are found throughout.
Eight pages, loose at the spine, various margin tears with some margin flaking, quite fragile &…
DAILY NEWS, New York, Nov. 11, 2004
* Death of Yasser Arafat
* Palestine PLO leader
The front page as the bold, 3-line heading: "YASSER ARAFAT DEAD", with subheadings: "PLO CHIEF WAS 75", "Failed in bid for Palestinian State", and "Leadership of group in doubt". Included is a large photo of Arafat making the front page quite displayable. Two inside pages have additional coverage with more related photos.
Other news of the day is found throughout.
Complete in 116 pages, tabloid-size,…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, July 26, 1997 (1st four sections) The front page reports the death of Ben Hogan, generally considered one of the greatest golfers to have ever played the game. He won 4 U.S. Opens and 9 Majors, and some argue his tally should be credited as 5 and 10 respectively as he also won the Hale American Open which was the replacement for the U.S. Open the year it was cancelled by the USGA during WWII.
Ironically, his death came just a few months after Tiger Woods won his first…
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1800
* President George Washington's death
Near the back under the section headed: "Obituary, with Anecdotes, of Remarkable Persons" is the very historic report of the death of George Washington.
Beginning with the date of his death, the 14th, the obituary reads in part: ".... At his seat at Mount Vernon, in America, in his 68th year, after a short illness of about 24 hours, the illustrious General George Washington. His disorder was an…
FITCHBURG DAILY SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, October 16, 1915 This 12 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "VILLA WAS KILLED, IS MEXICAN REPORT" and more.
Of course this was not true as he did not die until 1923.
Other news of the day with World War I reporting. Usual browning with minor spine wear, otherwise good.
THE BETHLEHEM TIMES, Pennsylvania, Dec. 12, 1922.
* The death of John Wanamaker
* Famed 19th century merchant and marketing pioneer
* One-time Postmaster General
The front page has: "JOHN WANAMAKER PASSES AWAY AT HOME IN PHILADELPHIA TODAY", with supporting text and a photo. Nice to have in a newspaper from the region.
Other news of the day, sports, and period advertising are found throughout.
Complete in 16 pages, and although it is in good condition for the era, it is very…
EASTON EXPRESS, Pennsylvania, January 22, 1881
* Edward Askew Sothern death (1st report)
* English comic actor - Lord Dundreary
* "Our American Cousin" fame
Page 2 has a report of the death of English actor Edward Askew Sothern with one column heading: "Obituary" "E.A. Sothern, the Actor" (see)
Other news of the day with several interesting advertisements. Complete in 4 pages, nice condition.
LOS ANGELES TIMES, December 27, 1999
* The "Man of the Century" selected
* Curtis Mayfield's death report and obituary
The front page has a small announcement regarding the death of singer-songwriter Curtis Mayfield, which continues on page 23. Page 23 has a related small photo and a detailed obituary.
This issue also includes a feature article on "The Man of the Century," which includes Albert Einstein, Time Magazine's selection, along with a top ten list of their reader's selection.…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, June 11, 2004
* The death report of Ray Charles
* Best "Napoleon Dynamite" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere review
The front page has the report with a supporting photo covering the death of Ray Charles, which continues on an inside page with additional coverage and photos.
This issue also contains a great review and full-page ad for the premier of "Napoleon Dynamite," the motion picture hit comedy cult classic by Jon Heder. There is perhaps no…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Jan. 21, 2012 The front page shows a photo of Grammy winner Etta James with a lengthy article continuing on page A12 where another related article is also present. The Calendar Section has a tribute to her which includes a large photo and an article headed: "Soul, bared", with the subheading: "Etta James was unmatched as a stylist. When her powerful voice sang even simple lyrics, it gave them deep meaning."
An unrelated article has, "AN UNLIKELY DUO IN SOUTH CAROLINA",…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, April 7, 1998
* Tammy Wynette death (1st report)
* American country singer & songwriter
* "Stand by Your Man" song fame
* "The First Lady of Country Music"
The bottom of the front page has a small photo of Wynette with tiny heading: "Tammy Wynette Dies"
The top of page 19 under Obituary is a three column heading: "Tammy Wynette; 'First Lady of Country'" with photo. (see images) Nice to have this report in a newspaper from the capital of the entertainment…
DAILY NEWS, New York, January 28, 1979
The banner headline has: "Nelson A. Rockerfeller 1908-1979", with a large photo. Several pages of coverage with additional photos are found on inside pages. See images for details.
Forty-four pages, tabloid-size, very light toning, good condition.
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Sept. 9, 1789
* Debate on Nation's capital location
* Mary Ball Washington death
* 1st president G.W.'s mother
Most of the front page is taken up with a: "Sketch of Proceedings of Congress in the House of Representatives..." with considerable debate on the Judicial Bill.
Half of page 2 (and some of page 3) are taken up with discussion in Congress headed: "Debate on the Subject of Foxing the Permanent Seat of Government" which offers some very…
THE LAS VEGAS DAILY OPTIC, New Mexico, July 23, 1881
* Outlaw Billy the Kid shot dead
* Pat Garrett - Old West lawman
* In a area publication, very rare
This was essentially the "backyard" of the famed outlaw Billy the Kid, so it is significant that there are two articles concerning his recent death (killed by Pat Garrett on July 14 in nearby Fort Sumner, New Mexico).
The top of page 3 begins with a great quip: "'A corner in Hell Filled' is the head-line with which the Tombstone…
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1821
* Death of Napoleon Bonaparte
* King George IV Coronation
The most notable content is the very nice "Obituary" of "Napoleon Buonaparte" as the article is headed.
With a dateline of May 5 the report begins: "At St.Helena, of a lingering illness, which had confined him to his bed for upwards of forty days, Napoleon Buonaparte. He desired that after this death his body should be opened, as he suspected he was dying of the same disease which…
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Sept., 1822 Inside in the "Obituary " section is a report about the death of Percy Bysshe Shelly, one of England's foremost authors of the 19th century, and husband of Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein. Octavo-size, 90 pgs., full title/index pg., nice condition.
AMERICAN & COMMERCIAL DAILY ADVERTISER, Baltimore, Dec. 5, 1811 A typical newspaper of the day with various news and a wealth of advertisements.
All four pages have wide black mourning rules due to the death of the printer a proprietor off this newspaper.
Page 2 has mourning rules above & below the report: "Obituary" which begins: "Died on Tuesday the3d inst. at 6 o'clock in the morning, in his thirty eighth year, Mr. GEORGE DOBIN, printer and one of the proprietors of 'The American'..."…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Dec. 2, 1996
* Tiny Tim death w/ photo
* Herbert Butros Khaury
* Ukulele guitarist singer - songwriter
* "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" fame
The top of page 26 under "Obituary" is a two column heading: "Tiny Tim; Novelty Singer Gained Fame With 'Tulips'" with photo. (see images)
The bottom of the front has a small photo of the musician with tiny heading: "Tiny Tim Dies" Nice to have this report in a newspaper from the capital of the entertainment industry.
Complete…
THE NEW YORK HERALD, Aug. 15, 1870
* David Farragut death (1st report)
* United States Navy flag officer
* 1st rear admiral, vice admiral & admiral
* Battle of Mobile Bay - Civil War fame
The top of page has one column headings: "OBITUARY" "Admiral David Glasgow Farragut, United States Navy" Text takes up almost 2 full columns.
Other news of the day. Complete with all 8 pages, printing flaw on the front page (see), a little spine wear, generally nice.
THE NEW YORK HERALD, June 19, 1869
* Henry Jarvis Raymond death (1st report)
* New York Times co-founder - journalist
* "Godfather of the Republican Party"
Page 3 has an article headed: "Obituary" "Henry Jarvis Raymond" "Editor Of The New York Times" (see) Text takes up over 2 full columns.
Other news of the day. Complete with all 12 pages, nice condition.
wikipedia notes: Allen lost to what many consider his most skilled opponent, Mike McCoole in an early career battle on 15 July…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Dec. 25, 2007
* Oscar Peterson - death report and tribute
* Jazz composer, arranger, pianist, and more
* 8 Grammy Awards among many other accolades
The bottom of the ftpg. has: "Oscar Peterson, 1925 - 2007 -- Pianist Dazzled jazz world with technique, creativity", which announces his death." The article includes a photo and continues on page A24 where there are considerable details and another related photo. The opposing page is largely dedicated to a tribute of…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 3, 1995
* Actor Donald Pleasence death (1st report)
* Dr. Samuel Loomis - Halloween films
* Michael Myers' psychiatrist for 5 movies
The top of page 18 under: "Obituary" is a four column heading: "Donald Pleasence; Actor Played Tyrants and Tramps" with photo. (see images) Nice to have from the capital of the entertainment industry.
Complete with all sections (150+ pages), great condition.
Note: Donald Pleasence is renowned for his portrayal of Dr. Samuel…
THE NEW YORK TIMES, June 2, 1872
* James Gordon Bennett death (1st report)
* New York Herald fame
Page 4 has a lengthy biography headed: "Obituary" "James Gordon Bennett" Text takes up 3 full columns. Nice to have in this famous NYC title.
Other news of the day. Complete in 8 pages, very nice condition.
The two line bold banner headline proclaims: "KENNEDY SLAIN ON DALLAS STREET" with subhead: "Johnson Becomes President", plus a rather large photo of "John F. Kennedy" and a smaller photo of Lyndon Johnson. A considerable amount of related news and photos inside as well.
Of curious interest--and only to be found in
The two-line, bold banner headline proclaims: "KENNEDY SLAIN ON DALLAS STREET" with subhead: "Johnson Becomes President", plus a rather large photo of "John F. Kennedy" and a smaller photo of Lyndon Johnson. A considerable amount of related news and photos inside as well.
Of curious interest--and only to be found
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Oct.17, 1990
* Death report of Jazz drummer Art Blakey
Page A20 has a quarter page article: "Art Blakey; Drummer, Mentor Led the Jazz Messengers", which includes a small photo. A portion of the text includes: "Born in Pittsburgh where he toiled in the steel mills by day while listening to the Early Hines and Dick Stabile bands on the radio at night, Blakey started out as a pianist. He taught himself well enough to preform at local clubs but - as he said in a 1981…
THE GREENSBOROUGH PATRIOT, North Carolina, March 26 and April 13, 1841
* William Henry Harrison
* Presidential inauguration
* Illness and then death
A nice pair of issues of the same title with the inauguration of President William Henry Harrison, and his death report one month later.
March 16: the entire front page and over half of page 2 is taken up with the: "Inaugural Address of Gen. William Henry Harrison, March 4, 1841". This is followed by the: "Vice President's Address".…
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