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Wright Brothers flyer.....
Wright Brothers flyer.....
Item # 600907
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December 18, 1948
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 18, 1948
* Wright Brothers 'Flyer'
* Smithsonian Institute
The front page has a three column photo with heading: "The Kitty Hawk Enshrined In Washington" which shows the famous 'Flyer' hanging in the Smithsonian. Also a two column headline: "Tripled Supersonic Speeds Predicted on Wright Day". More on page 3 with two more related photos. This is 1st report coverage on the Smithsonian accepting the Wright Brothers famous airplane into their collection.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 32 pages, nice condition.
Category: The 20th Century