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December 05, 1936

THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 5, 1936

* Oscar Wisting death
* Norwegian polar explorer


The top of page 19 has a one column heading: "OSCAR WISTING, 65, EXPLORER, IS DEAD" with subheads and photo. (see) First report coverage of the death of Norwegian explorer, Oscar Wisting. Together with Roald Amundsen, he was the first person to reach both the North and South Poles.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete with all 36 pages, rag edition in nice condition.

Category: The 20th Century