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Discovery of Penicillin... USS Iowa battleship launching...
Discovery of Penicillin... USS Iowa battleship launching...
Item # 698929
August 28, 1942
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Aug. 28, 1942
* Discovery of Penicillin (historic)
* USS Iowa battleship launching
* United States Navy - WWII
The front page has a one column heading: "MIGHTIEST WARSHIP IS LAUNCHED HERE" with subhead. (see images) Lengthy first report coverage continues inside with two related photos.
But a more historic report is located at the bottom right corner of the front page with heading: "New British Drug Said to Top Sulfa" (see images) A historic discovery in the field of medicine.
Much on other World War II events of the day. Complete with all 38 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition.
Category: The 20th Century