Hudson Maxim's death...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, May 7, 1927
* Hudson Maxim death
* Explosives inventor
This 12 page newspaper has on column headlines on the front page: "HUDSON MAXIM, INVENTOR, DEAD".
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927), was a U.S. inven... See More
WILMINGTON MORNING STAR, Wilmington, North Carolina, May 30, 1941
* Boxing - Boxer Max Schmeling death?
* False report from the Nazis
This newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "NAZIS ANNOUNCE SCHMELING ALIVE"; "Spike Ambulance Driver's Report That Boxer Killed By British in Crete" with article. The article continues on page 3.
Other news of the day th... See More
Pete Rozelle becomes NFL commissioner...
THE DETROIT NEWS, Michigan, January 27, 1960
* Pete Rozelle becomes commissioner of the NFL
This 40+ page newspaper has a six column headline on the front page of the sport's section (inside): "How NFL Broke Czar Deadlock" with caption: "ROZELLE, RAMS' GENERAL MANAGER, GIVEN 3-YEAR, $50,000 PACT" and photo of Rozelle.
Other news of the day throughout. Some... See More
Booth Tarkington...
The New York Tribune's GOTHAM WEEKLY GAZETTE, New York City, New York, May 3, 1914
* Booth Tarkington
* Uncommon title
This is an uncommon title published "Every Sunday" by the New York Tribune as stated in the dateline.
Mostly has local bits of news, including a pg. 2 item that says: "Booth Tarkington is contemplating to go to the State of Maine the end of the present mon... See More
Zane Grey death...
THE NEWS, New London, Connecticut, October 23, 1939
* Zane Grey death
* American Author
This 12 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "ZANE GREY DIES AT 64" "Coronary Thrombosis Take Life of Well Known Author" "Wrote Novels of West"
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise in ... See More
Zeppelins raid Paris...
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, January 31, 1916
* German zeppelins raid Paris France (1st time)
* World War I original
This 10 page newspaper has three column headline on the front page:
* Second Raid Made on Paris By Death-Dealing Zeppelin; Crowds Watch for Raider
with subheads that include: "24 Persons Killed And 25 Others Hurt By First Zeppelin" and more.
Other ne... See More
Senator Huey Long assassinated...
* Assassination of Huey Long
This 12 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "DEATH TODAY TAKES LONG" with subhead. (see).
Light browning with some margin wear but no text loss, otherwise good. Should be handled with care.
source: wikipedia: Huey Pierce Long, Jr. (August 30, 1893 &ndas
Pappy Boyingtion Missing... 1st Air Force Jet in Production...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, from New York, dated January 7, 1944
* United States Air force 1st jet airplane goes into production
* Bell P-59 jet fighter
* Pappy Boyingtion missing
This 34 page newspaper has a two column headlines near the bottom of the front page:
* Jet-Driven Planes Built for Army; Extreme Speeds Attained in Tests
Also a one column headline also on the front page:
* Boy... See More
Original "Fauntleroy" dies...
NEW YORK TIMES, July 26, 1937
* Original Fauntleroy death
* Vivian Burnett
* Cedric Erol
This 32 page newspaper has a two column headline: "Original 'Fauntleroy' Dies in Boat After Helping Rescue 4 in Sound" & subhead: "Vivian Burnett, Author's Son Who Devoted Life in Escaping 'Sissified' Role, Is Stricken at Helm--Maneuverers Yawl to Get 2 Men &... See More
Death of Otis Skinner...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, January 5, 1942
* Otis Skinner death
This 34 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 17 that include:
* OTIS SKINNER DIES; FAMOUS ACTOR, 83
* Succumbs at His Home Here--Stricken While Attending 'Wookey' Performance Dec. 7
* On Stage Nearly 60 Years
and more with related photos. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Rag edition with l... See More
Death of George M. Cohan...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, November 6, 1942
* Death of song writer George M. Cohan
This 42 page newspaper has two line, one column headline on page 20: "GEORGE M. COHAN, 64, DIES AT HOME HERE," with subheads that include: "Original Yankee Doodle Boy Composed 'Over There' and 'It's a Grand Old Flag'" and more.
Also a nice pictorial of Cohan on the same page ... See More
Sugar Ray Robinson vs. Tony Motosi...
THE DETROIT NEWS, Michigan, August 28, 1942
* Sugar Ray Robinson vs. Tony Motosi
* Pre title fight
This 22 page newspaper has a small, discrete one column headline on page 19: "Robinson KO's Motosi for 124th Straight"
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
source: wikipedia: Sugar Ray Robinso... See More
Killer tornadoes in Arkansas & Mississippi...
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, April 20, 1920
* Arkansas & Mississippi killer tornadoes (1st report)
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "22 LIVES LOST IN TORNADOES; 100 ARE INJURED", "Northwest Arkansas Is Swept by Series of Storms--Property Loss Very Heavy". According to records, 224 live were lost during these tornadoes. Other new... See More
Honus Wagner death...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, December 6, 1955 This 12 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 6: "HONUS WAGNER, ALL-TIME GREAT SHORTSTOP, DIES AT 81 NEAR PITTSBURGH"
Other news of the day including a report on the upcoming fight involving Sugar Ray Robinson late in his career. (see)
Light browning at the margins, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia n... See More
Senator Frank Brandegee suicide...
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, October 14, 1924
* Senator Frank Bosworth Brandegee suicide
* From a New London, Connecticut newspaper
This 14 page newspaper ha s a nice two line banner headline on the front page: "SENATOR BRANDEGEE ENDS LIFE BY GAS AT WASHINGTON; PERSONAL FINANCIAL TROUBLES BELIEVED TO BE REASON" with subheads and one column photo of Brandegee. (see)
Other ... See More
Oil City, Pennsylvania... Oil Creek Disaster...
DAILY TIMES, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania PA June 6, 1892
* Oil City Pennsylvania
* Titusville PA
* Oil Creek Disaster (1st report)
This 4 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 2 that include:
* FIRE FOLLOWS FLOOD
* A Veritable Reign of Terror in the Oil Creek Valley
* More Than One Hundred Lives Reported Lost
* Burning Oil On The Flood Top
* Terror Stricken Titusville
Tells... See More
John Dillinger...
THE BELLINGHAM HERALD, Bellingham, Washington, May 26, 1934
* Outlaw John Dillinger hunted
* Two months before death
This 8 page newspaper has a one column headline on page 7: "East Chicago Combed In Hunt for Dillinger".
Other news of the day. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
Fatty Arbuckle death in 1933...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, June 29, 1933
This 12 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
* DEATH COMES TO FATTY ARBUCKLE
* Dies of Heart Attack Early Today in New York City
Other news of the day throughout.
Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
source: wikipedia: Roscoe Conkling Arbuckle, also known as Fatty Arbuckle ... See More
First synagogue in Texas... cornerstone laid by Masons...
DESERET EVENING NEWS, from Salt Lake City, Utah, dated June 10, 1870
* 1st Jewish synagogue in Texas
* Charles Dickens death (1st report)
On page 2 under "Texas" is a report headed: "Corner Stone Laid".
The brief but historic report, datelined "Galveston", reads:
* The corner stone of the first Jewish Synagogue in the State, was laid today by the Grand Lo... See More
Bound too tightly...
MASSACHUSETTS SPY, & WORCESTER COUNTY ADVERTISER, Worcester, Massachusetts, July 8, 1829
* Lacing clothes too tight causes death ?
Page 2 has a report about the death of a "colored woman" from New York who died suddenly while ironing clothes. An inquest was held and a physician examined the body. It was determined by the physician
* ...that the deceased had been in the hab... See More
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, May 13, 1915
* Post RMS Lusitania sinking
* German torpedo submarine
This 16 page newspaper has a nice two line banner headline on the front page: "United States Demands Reparation From Germany And Cessation of Attacks on American Vessels" with subheads and other related headlines as well. (see photos)
Other news of the day. Usual browning wi... See More
* Stalin's wife
* a Southpaw
* Colored Ads
The color cover of this issue is of young lady in a sailor-style outfit leaning on the boat wheel checking her make-up while a member of the crew is frantically trying to get her attention as the waives are lapping at the sides of the boat (see photos). The
Golf...
* Johnny Goodman, golf
* Colored Ads
The color cover of this issue is of an astonished looking young lady on scales but she doesn't realized that her accompanying gentleman's bulldog is partially standing on the scales as well (see photos). There is no related article on this inside.
This issue c
Juan Peron elected President of Argentine...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, February 25, 1946
* Juan Peron elected President of Argentina
This 38 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
* ARGENTINES BALLOT IN ORDERLY CROWDS FOR NEW PRESIDENT
* Nation's Poll of 3,000,000 Under Guard of Army Is Peaceful Everywhere
and more. Continues on page 3 with related photos.
Other news of the day. Rag editio... See More
Sugar Ray Robinson vs. O'Neill Bell...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, February 16, 1946
* Sugar Ray Robinson vs. O'Neill Bell
* 40th K.O. - pre title fight
This 26 page newspaper has small column headlines on page 7: "Robinson Wins In Second", "Stops Bell as 14,922 Fans Look On in Detroit" with short report.
This is a small report probably because it was before he officially became a title holder.
O... See More
RMS Lusitania sinking...
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, May 10, 1915
* Post RMS Lusitania sinking
* German torpedo submarine
This 10 page newspaper has a nice two column headline on the front page: "Wilson Is Preparing To Voice Indignation Of American People About the Lusitania" with subheads and other related headlines as well. (see photos)
Other news of the day. Usual browning with some margin w... See More
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, March 19, 1937
* New London Texas school explosion
* Nice front page headline for display
This 12 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "TAKE 500 BODIES FROM RUINS" with subheads that include: "BLAST HORROR MOUNTING WITH WRECKAGE SEARCH" "Estimate the Final Death Toll Above 600 As Order Restored By M... See More
Rex Barney pitches no-hitter for the Brooklyn Dodgers...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, September 10, 1948
* Rex Barney pitches no-hitter
* Brooklyn Dodgers
This 16 page newspaper has a one column headline on page 8: "Rex Barney's No-Hit Victory Cops Spotlight" with one column photo of Barney.
Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Rex Barney (December 19, 1924-August 12, 1997) was... See More
Steam barge Baltimore sinking...
THE EVENING NEWS, Detroit, Michigan, May 25, 1901
* Steam barge Baltimore sinking
* Great Lakes - Lake Huron
This 12 page newspaper has a three column headline: "DEATH AND DISASTER ON THE GREAT LAKES" with subheads. Other news of the day.
Usual browning with some margin wear, otherwise good. Should be handled with care.... See More
New Jersey train wreck...
SEMI WEEKLY GAZETTE AND BULLETIN, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, January 10 1899
* South Plainfield New Jersey train wreck
* Lehigh Valley Railroad
This 8 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front that include: "DEATH-DEALING CRASH ON THE LEHIGH VALLEY", "Thirteen Passengers Killed and Over Twenty-five Injured", "TRAINS COME TOGETHER HEAD ON" and more.... See More
Susan Hayward suicide attempt...
THE DETROIT NEWS, Detroit, Michigan, April 26, 1955
* Susan Hayward suicide attempt
* Hollywood movie actress
This 56 page newspaper has a two column headline above a nice photo of Susan Hayward on the front page: "Susan Hayward Tries to Kill Self" with reporting on her suicide attempt in Hollywood by taking sleeping pills.
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along ... See More
Ruth Snyder...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, May 11, 1927
* Ruth Snyder
* Henry Judd Gray
* Guilty - electric chair
* Midwest tornado
* Poplar Bluff, Missouri
This 52 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include:
* GUARD MRS. SNYDER, VICTIM OF HYSTERIA
* Jail Heads Take Precautions to Prevent Attempt on Life After Nervous Illness
* Gray Is In fair Spirits
and more... See More
PN-9 No. 1 seaplane rescue... Commander John Rodgers...
THE DETROIT NEWS, Michigan, September 12, 1925
* PN-9 No. 1 seaplane rescue
* Commander John Rodgers
This 18 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
* 'CAPTAIN JOHN' AIRMEN'S HERO
* His Optimism in Time of Disaster Given by Crew as Reason for Hoping
* Honolulu Cheers Fliers
and more related items with small photo of Rodgers.
Other news of t... See More
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 smal
Death of Christian Clemens...
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., September 6, 1844
* Mount Clemens MI founder death
* Christian Clemens
Among the "Deaths" listed on page 3 is one that says: "At Mount Clemens, Michigan, on the 25th ult., Hon. Christian Clemens..." & a bit more, plus mention that he founded "...the...flourishing village of Mount Clemens..."
Other news of ... See More
The Great Smog of 1952...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, December 8, 1952
* The great smog of 1952
* London, England
* Many casualties
This 56 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 17: "LONDON FOG TIE-UP LAST FOR 3D DAY" and "Blanket Shows No Sign of Lifting--Milk Supply Hit, Wave of Robberies Break Out". Tells of the great London smog of 1952 which resulted in many casualties.
Other... See More
Altamont Free Concert... Rolling Stones...
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, December 8, 1969
* Altamont Free Concert (Day after)
* Rolling Stones fame
* Woodstock West
This 6 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page:
* Cleanup Continues After One-day Bash
Other news of the day throughout. A few small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in nice condition.
wikipedia notes: The Altamont Speedway Free Fe... See More
Spangler Pennsylvania Mine disaster...
THE OMAHA DAILY BEE, Nebraska, November 7, 1922
* Spangler Pennsylvania Mine disaster
This 12 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "Death Toll Set at 63 in Mine Blast", "50 Bodies Recovered....etc." and more.
Other news of the day. Usual browning with margin wear and minor text loss. Should be handled with care.
wiki... See More
James Earl Ray captured...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, June 10, 1968
* James Earl Ray captured
* Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. assassination suspect
This 24 page newspaper has a three line headline on the front page: "King's Accused Killer May Fight Extradition".
Tells of the capture of James Earl Ray in London, England for the murder of the civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr.
Other news... See More
Nation's Last Farewell... President Garfield's death...
NEW-YORK TRIBUNE, from New York, New York, dated September 27, 1881 The frontpage has: "A Nation's Last Farewell" "Final Ceremonies At Cleveland" "Exercises In Monument Square--The Procession To The Cemetery--Scenes Around The Tomb--The Final Rites" and "The City Under A Pall" "How Sorrow Has Found Expression". More related coverage inside. A... See More
Honors to Dead Chief... President Garfield...
NEW-YORK TRIBUNE, from New York, New York, dated September 26, 1881 The frontpage has: "Honors To The Dead Chief" "Cleveland Thronged With People" "Silent Crowds Passing All Day Through Monument Square--Arrangements For Today's Exercises--The Order In Which The Procession Will March To The Cemetery", and "Lessons For The Nation" "The Dead President For ... See More
Death of President Garfield...
NEW-YORK TRIBUNE, from New York, New York, dated September 24, 1881 The frontpage has: "The Dead President" "The Last Journey Begins" "Religious Exercises At Washington -- Mrs. Garfield's Last View of Her Husband's Remains -- Progress Of The Funeral Train" and "The City Hung With Black" "How Grief Has Found Expression". More related coverage ... See More
Death of Garfield...
NEW-YORK TRIBUNE, from New York, New York, dated September 22, 1881 The frontpage has: "The Dead President" "Reposing At The Capitol" "The Remains Of President Garfield Conveyed To Washington Accompanied By His Bereaved Widow -- Touching Manifestations Of Grief At Home and Abroad", plus "The City's Tokens Of Grief". More coverage inside including: "The ... See More
Eugen Weidmann execution...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, June 17, 1939
* Eugen Weidmann execution
* Last public guillotine use in France
This 34 page newspaper has small, somewhat discrete one column headlines on page 5; "FRANCE GUILLOTINES HEAD OF MURDER RING" "Weidmann Dies in Silence for Slaying Brooklyn Dancer"
Tells of of the execution of Eugen Weidmann who was the las... See More
Hurricane Agnes...
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, June 20, 1972
* Hurricane Agnes
This 10 page newspaper has a two column headline at the bottom of the front page: "Hurricane Agnes leaves death path". Tells of Hurricane Anges causing havoc after hitting Florida.
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Hurr... See More
Hurricane Audrey...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, June 29, 1957
* Hurricane Audrey
* Catagory 4 storm
This 8 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "Increase Death Toll Estimate In Louisiana Hurricane Blows" with subhead. Tells of Hurricane Audrey which was a destructive storm that hit Texas and Louisiana.
Other news of the day. Light browning, otherwise in goo... See More
Death of Col. William S. Smith... son-in-law of John Adams...
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Massachusetts, June 26, 1816
* William S. Smith death
* Abigail Adams
Among the "Deaths" on page 2 is one that reads, in part: "In New York State, Col. William S. Smith, a brave and intelligent officer of the revolutionary war....an independent Member of Congress....He was son-in-law of President Adams; but was bereaved of his excellent consort se... See More
Edward Kennedy wins senate seat election...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, November 7, 1962
* Edward Kennedy wins senate seat election w/ photo
* Nice headline for display
* From Massachusetts
This 22 page newspaper has a nice banner headline: "DEMOCRATS SCORE BIG SHOCKER" with subhead and related photos, one that shows a young Edward Kennedy.
This was Kennedy's first election win and was for the Massachu... See More
Ted Kennedy wins Whip...
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, January 3, 1969
* Edward Kennedy wins Senate Majority Whip w/ photo
This 10 page newspaper has a six column headline on the front page: "Kennedy Ousts Long As Whip" with one column photo of Kennedy.
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Edward Moore &quo... See More
Ted Kennedy wins Senate Whip...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, January 3, 1969
* Edward Kennedy wins Senate Majority Whip w/ photo
This 14 page newspaper has a two line banner headline on the front page: "Kennedy Wins Senate Bid; McCormack Beats Down Challenge As Leadership Disputes Rack Both Parties Of New Congress" with one column photo of Kennedy.
Other news of the day. Little spine wear, ... See More
Ted Kennedy wins Senate Whip...
THE SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, January 4, 1969
* Edward Kennedy wins Senate Majority Whip w/ photo
* In a Massachusetts newspaper
This 30 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Kennedy's Senate Victory Put Together in 9 Days" with two column photo of Kennedy.
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in nice con... See More
Ted Kennedy wins Senate Whip...
THE PARSONS SUN, Kansas, January 3, 1969
* Edward Kennedy wins Senate Majority Whip w/ photo
This 10 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Long Stride By Kennedy" with three column related photo. (see)
Other news of the day. A few small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Edward Moore "Ted" Kennedy (Fe... See More
Ted Kennedy wins Senate Whip...
THE PRATT TRIBUNE, Kansas, January 3, 1969
* Edward Kennedy wins Senate Majority Whip
* Kansas
This 10 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "Kennedy New Senate Demo Whip"
Other news of the day. A few small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Edward Moore "Ted" Kennedy (February 22... See More
Ted Kennedy wins Senate Whip...
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Russell, Kansas, January 3, 1969
* Edward Kennedy wins Senate Majority Whip
This 6 page newspaper has a three column headline near the bottom of the front page: "Kennedy Bid Successful".
Other news of the day. Little irregular along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Edward Moore "Ted" Kennedy (February 22, 1932 –... See More
Iraqi monarchy overthrown...
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana July 15, 1958
* 14th July Revolution
* Military coup of Iraq
* Iraqi monarchy - King Faisal
This 44 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "U.N. MEETING TODAY ON MIDEAST CRISIS" with subheads, map and related photos. (see)
Other news of the day. Light browning, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Th... See More
Ted Kennedy wins Senate seat...
THE PARSONS SUN. Kansas, November 6 & 7, 1962
* Edward 'Ted' Kennedy wins senate seat election
The November 7th issue has a four column headline on the front page: "Demos Hold Congress, GOP Gains in States".
This was Kennedy's first election win and was for the Massachusetts' senate seat left by his brother who was then president of the United States.
You ... See More
Woodward, Oklahoma Tornado 1947...
* Woodward, Oklahoma Tornado
* Glazier-Higgins-Woodward
This 24 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "Scores Perish in Southwest Tornado" with smaller subheads. Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with little spine wear, otherwise good.
wikipedia notes: The 1947 Glazie
Death of Ronald Reagan, in a Washington, D.C. newspaper...
THE WASHINGTON POST, District of Columbia, June 6, 2004
* Ronald Reagan death
* Best title in which to have this report
The banner headline on the front page reads: "Ronald Reagan Dies" and another banner: "40th President Reshaped American Politics" with a very nice color photo of him.
The complete issue of this Sunday edition save for advertising inserts... See More
Death of Beatle John Lennon, in a Liverpool newspaper...
LIVERPOOL ECHO, England, December 9, 1980 Few could argue for a more desirable and scarce newspaper on the death of John Lennon than this, his hometown newspaper.
To anyone who grew up on the 1960's the death of Beatle John Lennon was a tragic event and the end of an era. Reports of his death are desired by collectors of many interests and are more rare than assassination reports of J.F... See More
Death of George Harrison in a Liverpool newspaper...
One of the last battles of World War II...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, July 2, 1945 This 28 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "AUSTRALIANS ASHORE AT BALIK PAPAN, DRIVE INLAND NEAR BORNEO OIL PORT" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning, otherwise in nice condition.
wikipedia notes: The Battle of Balikpapan was the concluding stage of the Borneo campaign (1945). The landi... See More
Alabama and Mississippi killer tornadoes...
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, April 21, 1920
* Alabama & Mississippi killer tornadoes
This 18 page newspaper has a six column headline on the front page: "Tornadoes Take Over 140 Lives" with subheads that include: "HAVOC WROUGHT IN MISSISSIPPI AND IN ALABAMA" and more.
Light browning with little margin wear, otherwise good.
wikipedia notes: The Palm Sunda... See More
Woodrow Wilson's death....
THE BETHLEHEM GLOBE, Pennsylvania, February 4, 1924
* Death of President Woodrow Wilson
This 20 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "FUNERAL OF WOODROW WILSON WILSON TO TAKE PLACE ON NEXT WEDNESDAY" with subheads that include: "WHOLE NATION MOURNS DEATH OF WOODROW WILSON" and much more with nice black bordered photo of Wilson.
Other news of th... See More
Death of President Garfield...
DAILY BETHLEHEM TIMES, Pennsylvania, September 26, 1881
* President James Garfield
* Assassination death
All columns on the front & back pages are black bordered due to the death of President Garfield. The top of the front page has: "Honoring The Dead President" "Eloquent and Beautiful Tributes to His Memory" which continues to take over four col... See More
President Garfield's Death...
DAILY TIMES, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, September 21, 1881
* President James Garfield death
* Black bordered issue
Front page has: "President Garfield's Death" "Sec. Blaine Announces To Minister Lowell The Demise Of President Garfield & The Accession Of President Arthur", & other reports: "Yesterday at Elberon" "The Arrangements in Washington" ... See More
Tupelo, Mississippi Tornado of 1936...
* Tupelo, Mississippi
* Gainesville, Georgia
* Tornadoes
This 8 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Death Toll Now Set At 500 In Southern Tornado Belt" and more. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning, otherwise good.
Chile Earthquake in 1939...
* Massive earthquake in Chile
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "Total of the Dead May Go Up to 12,000" and "Estimate Given by Airmen Flying Over Quake Region".
Other news of the day throughout. Lightly browned with minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
wi
The Great Alaskan Earthquake...
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, March 28, 1964
* The Great Alaskan Earthquake (1st report)
This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Alaska Jolted By Earthquake" with a few smaller subheads. (see)
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: The 1964 Alaska earthqua... See More
Liner SS Morro Castle burns...
THE COLDWATER DAILY REPORTER, Coldwater, Michigan, September 8, 1934
* Liner SS Morro Castle burns... (1st report)
This 6 page newspaper has a nice banner headline above the masthead on the front page: "HUNDREDS DIE IN OCEAN DISASTER".
Also a five column headline on the front page as well: "LINER MORRO CASTLE BURNS OFF COAST OF NEW JERSEY" with subhead: &q... See More
Death of James Garfield...
ALAMEDA SEMI-WEEKLY NEWS, West End, California, September 22, 1881
* President James Garfield
* Assassination death
All columns on all four pages are black bordered for the death of President James Garfield. The top of page 2 has a print of him headed with: "GLORIFIED!" and beneath which is: "In Memoriam" with text which begins: "It is finished, ... See More
Lorain and Sandusky, Ohio tornado disaster...
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Detroit, Michigan, June 30, 1924
* Lorain & Sandusky, Ohio tornado disaster
* Nice headline for display
This 18 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "300 DEAD FIXED AS STORM TOLL; 100 INDENTIFIED" with subheads and related photos. Nice for display.
Other news of the day. Usual browning with little margin wear and chipping, oth... See More
The Death of President James A.Garfield...
DAILY TIMES, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, September 22, 1881
* President James Garfield assassination
* Funeral
Front page has: "The Funeral Procession to the Capital in Washington", which includes: "Laid In State" "The Catafalque" & more.
Lengthy editorial on page 2: "The Press on the President's Demise". re. death of Garfield .
Other news of... See More
Colorado State Penitentiary riots...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, October 5, 1929
* Colorado State Penitentiary riots
* Canon City, Colorado
This 40 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "PRISON RIOT ENDS AS LEADER KILLS COMRADES, THEN SELF; DEATH TOLL 12, 9 GUARDS SAFE" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day. Rag edition in nice condition.... See More
Ray Chapman death funeral.....
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, August 21, 1920
* Ray Chapman funeral
* Cleveland Indians
* Only MLB baseball fatality
This 18 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 8: "THOUSANDS ATTEND CHAPMAN FUNERAL", "Fill Church to Capacity and Block Nearby Streets During Impressive Services" and more. Chapman is the 1st and only baseball player to be killed as a result of ... See More
Hermann Goering elected President of Reichsatg...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, August 31, 1932
* Hermann Goering elected president of the new Reichstag
* Early Hitler and Nazis before total power
This 36 page newspaper has one column headline on the front page that include: "REICHSTAG IS CALM; WILL ASK HINDENBURG TO LET IT CONTINUE" "Nazi Is Elected Speaker--'Toleration' of the Present Cabinet Is Likely" "... See More
Death of Babe Ruth's wife...
THE BETHLEHEM GLOBE TIMES, Pennsylvania, January 14, 1929
* Babe Ruth
* Death of wife in fire
* Rockview Prison in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
This 20 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "ESTRANGED WIFE OF 'BABE' RUTH VICTIM OF FIRE", "Had Been Living as Wife of Dentist--Investigation is Under Way" and more. (see)
Other news of the da... See More
Hurricane Carla in 1961...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, September 11, 1961
* Hurricane Carla hits Galveston, Texas
This 16 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "Texas, La., Battered By 173-mph Carla" with related photo.
Other news of the day. Light browning, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Hurricane Carla was one of two Category 5 tropical cyclones during th... See More
Peter Fetcher Berlin Wall murder....
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, August 21, 1962
* Peter Fechter murder
* Berlin Wall - Germany
This 20 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 4: "Brandt To Ask West Aid Berliners At Wall".
Tells of the the tensions around the Berlin wall soon after the shooting death of 18 year old Peter Fechter. (is mentioned)
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise... See More
Pancho Villa surrenders...
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, from Atlanta, Georgia, dated July 28, 1920
* Francisco 'Pancho' Villa surrendering
* Mexican rebel bandit
This 18 page newspaper has a one column headline on page 15:
* VILLA OFFERS TO SURRENDER
Tells of the impending surrender of the famous Mexican rebel Pancho Villa. Other news of the day.
Light browning with little margin wear, otherwise in goo... See More
Mischa Levitzki death...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, January 3, 1941
* Mischa Levitzki death
* Russian Pianist composer
This 40 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 19 that include: "MISCHA LEVITZKI NOTES PIANIST, DIES", "Known As Child Prodigy", "Composer, 42, Made His Debut Here in 1916 After Giving Many Recitals in Europe" and more with one column photo. Other news ... See More
John Lawrence Sullivan dies...
THE WORLD, New York, NY, February 4, 1918
* John Lawrence Sullivan death
* 1st Heavyweight boxing gloved champion
This 16 page newspaper has some headlines on page 10 that include: "Sullivan Champion of Champions, Says Madden", "'Discoverer' and First Manager of Noted Fighter Feels Big Fellow's Death as a Personal Loss", "Roosevelt May By a Pallbearer" and more... See More
When Abraham Lincoln was an unknown... Death of Kit Carson?
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 18, 1848 This newspaper contains on page 3 reports from the "House of Representatives" and includes the results of a vote to suspend the rules concerning a resolution to allow a postal route bill to be disposed of, listing all those who voted "Yea" and "Nay". Within the "Yea" list is "Lincoln" (s... See More
Death of the Governor Increase Sumner...
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Massachusetts, June 8, 1799 All of pages 2 & 3 are black bordered in mourning rules because of the death of Massachusetts governor Increase Sumner, with some related text (see). Otherwise complete in 4 pages, never bound nor trimmed, great condition.
Primo Carnera...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, June 30, 1933
* Primo Carnera
* Jack Sharkey
* Heavyweight boxing title fight
This 10 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "CARNERA KNOCKS OUT SHARKEY", "Italian Mastodon Connects With Right Uppercut in Sixth".
Other news of the day. Light browning with little spine wear, otherwise good.
... See More
Sugar Ray Robinson vs. Jimmy Doyle...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, June 26, 1947
* Sugar Ray Robinson vs. Jimmy Doyle
* Death in the boxing ring (death 1st reported)
This 48 page newspaper has a two column headline on page 28: "Doyle Dies of Injuries Suffered In Cleveland Bout With Robinson" with subhead: "Brain Operation Is Unavailing and the Los Angeles Boxer Is Unconscious to the End--Coroner Plans Investiga... See More
Death of the King... Special Number Issue...
THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, Special Number - The Death of King George VI", England, February 16, 1952 The cover features a photo of King George VI surrounded by a pint in purple ink. The pages within relate to the life of the king with a great wealth of photos.
Complete in 56 pages, very nice condition.
Eddie Rickenbacker plane crash...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, February 28, 1941
* Eddie Rickenbacker airplane crash disaster
* World War I ace pilot
This 40 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "7 DEAD, 9 INJURED IN CRASH OF PLANE OUTSIDE ATLANTA" with subheads that include: "Rickenbacker Is Injured" "World War Ace in Serious Condition..." and more. (see)
Lengthy... See More
Pancho Villa surrenders...
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Atlanta, Georgia, July 30, 1920
* Francisco 'Pancho' Villa surrendering
* Mexican rebel bandit
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "VILLA YIELDING TO QUIET MEXICO" "Notorious Leader Says He Is Surrendering Because Country Needs Peace for Reconstruction"
Tells of the impending surrender of t... See More
Charles Manson Murders...
THE PARSONS SUN, Parsons, Kansas, December 4, 1969
* Charles Manson
* Manson & 4 others arrested for murder
This 16 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 4: "Hippie Leader Key Figure".
Tells of the arrests of the murderers of Sharon Tate and rest.
Other news of the day throughout. Few binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wiki... See More
Hermann Goering Nazis Hang in 1946....
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, October 17, 1946
* Nazis war criminals hanged
* Hermann Goering suicide
This 26 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "Goering Probe Places 12 Nazis Under Scrutiny" and "Nuernberg Jail Employees Held As Board Seeks To Find Source Of Poison".
Other news of the day. Little margin wear, otherwise in good ... See More
Happy Chandler named MLB commissioner..
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, April 25, 1945
* Happy Chandler named 2nd MLB Commissioner
This 20 page newspaper has a six column headline on page 10: "Senator 'Happy' Chandler Named Baseball Commissioner" with subheads and photo of Chandler. (see) Tells of Albert Benjamin "Happy" Chandler, Sr. becoming the 2nd commissioner of Major League Baseb... See More
Rudolph Valentino death....
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 24, 1926
* Famous movie actor death
* Rudolph Valentino
This 20 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Valentino Wanted To Die Young; Gets His Wish"
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: On August 15, 1926, Valentino co... See More
Eddie Rickenbacker plane crash...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, NY, February 27, 1941
* Eddie Rickenbacker airplane crash disaster
* World War I ace pilot
This 42 page newspaper has a two column headline near the bottom of the front page: "New York Airliner Overdue at Atlanta; Rickenbacker and 15 Others Are Aboard"
Report continues on page 15 with list of the passengers. Nice to have in this famo... See More
Reporting the death Of Robert E. Lee...
Ernest Kaltenbrunner captured...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, May 16, 1945
* Ernest Kaltenbrunner captured
* Nazi death camp gas originator
This 36 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 8: "AMERICANS SEIZE MASS GAS KILLER" "Kaltenbrunner, Originator of Germans; Technique of Execution, in Custody"
Tells of the capture of Nazi death camp (Auschwitz) head Ernest Kaltenbru... See More
Ray Chapman skull fractured death...
FITCHBURG DAILY SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, August 19, 1920
* Ray Chapman skull fractured death
* Cleveland Indians
* Only MLB baseball fatality
This 12 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 6 that include: "MANY TO ATTEND CHAPMAN FUNERAL" and more. (see)
Chapman is the 1st and only baseball player to be killed as a result of a maj... See More
Melvin Purvis...
THE BETHLEHEM GLOBE TIMES, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, October 22, 1934
* Day of Charles 'Pretty Boy' Floyd death
* Shot by Melvin Purvis
This 18 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "POLICE CAPTURE RICHETTI; MAY GET 'PRETTY BOY'", "Notorious and Long Sought Criminal Lose Gun Battle With Wellsville Police"... See More
Mississippi civil rights arrests...
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, December 4, 1964
* Mississippi civil rights arrests
* James Chaney & more
* Philadelphia, Mississippi
This 8 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Federal Agents Hold 16 in Rights Slaying". Of course these arrests would never amount to anything as everyone was exonerated.
Other news of the day throug... See More
King Albert death in 1934...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, February 19, 1934
* King Albert I of Belgium
* Mountain climbing death
This 34 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "KING'S DEATH STUNS BELGIUM; STATE FUNERAL THURSDAY; FELL CLIMBING PEAK ALONE" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise good.
wikipedia notes:... See More
Death of Babe Ruth's wife...
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Massachusetts, January 14, 1929
* Babe Ruth
* Death of wife in fire
This 12 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "RUTH MOURNS DEATH OF HIS WIFE IN FIRE" "Had Not Lived With Her for Three Years" "DENTIST SOUGHT" and more. (see)
Other news of the day.
Usual browning with little m... See More
Nobel Peace winner Jane Addams dies...
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany, New York, May 22, 1935
* Jane Addams death
* Nobel Peace Prize winner
* Henry Ford raises minimum wage
This 18 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "Death Closes Jane Addams' Peace Career" "Operation Proves Fatal to Famous Founder of Hull House" with photo of Addams. (see)
Other news o... See More
Germany bombs London, England...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, September 11, 1940
* The Blitz (1st Phase)
* Germany bombs London, England
* Adolph Hitler
This 8 page newspaper has a banner headline on the front page: "Nazis Promise Full Scale Blitzkreig To Capture British Isles" with subheads and map of London. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Few tiny binding holes along the left ... See More
Nazi Saboteurs...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, August 9, 1942
* Nazi Saboteurs
* Ex parte Quirin
* World War II original
This 30+ page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Six Nazi Saboteurs Die in Electric Chair; Two Get Jail Terms" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day with much on World War II. Light browning, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes... See More
Wall Street Bombing...
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Atlanta, Georgia, September 21, 1920 This 16 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Death Wagon Seen At Morgan's Bank Long Before Blast" with subheads. (see photos)
Other news of the day throughout.
Light browning with little margin wear, otherwise good.
Dillinger gang... Harry Pierpont sentenced to death...
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Omaha, Nebraska, March 11, 1934 This 34 page newspaper has a small one column headline on the front page: "Dillinger's Aid Is Sent to Chair". Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor spine wear, otherwise good.
Ted Healey death.... "Three Stooges" fame... Lincoln Tunnel opens...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 23, 1937 This 40 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 15 that include: "TED HEALY'S DEATH IS FOUND 'NATURAL'" "Los Angeles Coroner Holds the Cafe Fight Had Nothing to Do With It" "Inquiry To Be Dropped" and more.
Also one column headlines on page 14 that include: " 3,700 USE TUNNEL IN FIRST 12 HOURS" "7,0... See More
Babe Ruth's wife death...
QUINCY EVENING TIMES, Massachusetts, January 15, 1929
* Babe Ruth's wife fiery death
* Helen Woodford Ruth
This 14 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "New Autopsies Are Performed Upon Mrs. Ruth" with subheads. (see)
Page 2 has a nice photo of family with caption: "When Days Were Brighter"
Other news of the day. Light ... See More
Wichita State football plane crash...
THE PRATT TRIBUNE, New York, October 5, 1970
* Wichita State University football team
* Martin 4-0-4 airplane crash
* Rocky Mountains
This 6 page newspaper has a small one column headline on the front page: "Death Toll Climbs"
Tells of the Wichita State University football team airplane crash.
Other news of the day. Little margin wear, otherwise ... See More
Germany bombs London, England...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, September 12, 1940
* The Blitz (1st Phase)
* Germany bombs London, England
* Adolph Hitler
This 12 page newspaper has a banner headline on the front page: "RAF Planes Shower Fire Bombs On Berlin and Coast Ports" with subheads that include: "LONDON RAIDS ARE CONTINUED BY GERMANS" and more.
Other news of the day throug... See More
Palm Sunday Tornadoes...
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, March 29, 1920
* Palm Sunday tornadoes (1st report)
* Georgia - Indiana - Ohio
This 12 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page:
"215 TOLL OF TORNADOES IN 8 STATES, WEST AND SOUTH" which tells of the Palm Sunday tornado outbreak. Other news of the day.
Light browning with little margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
w... See More
Pancho Villa false death report....
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.... See More
Rudolph Valentino death....
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 25, 1926 This 12 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Valentino's Body Guarded Today By Mounted Police". Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
... See More
Creating the Committee of Correspondence...
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 13, 1773 An inside page has over half a column headed "America" with news reports from New York and Newport, Rhode Island, the former noting: "...from Surinam...who informs us that the disturbances with the Negroes at that settlement were settled by a smart engagement in which many of them were killed..." and also: "...letters from... See More
Marianna Pa Mine Disaster of 1908....
Other news of the day. Usual
1908 Michigan fire...
FITCHBURG DAILY NEWS, Massachusetts, October 16, 1908
* Metz, Michigan fire of 1908
* Millersburg, Michigan
This 12 page newspaper has two column headline on the front page that include: "DEATH COMES TO MANY IN FORREST FIRE" and more. (see)
Other news of the day. Light browning, otherwise good.
Death of Ernie Pyle...
THE STARS AND STRIPES, Mediterranean Edition, April 19, 1945
* Ernie Pyle death
One can only imagine what the owner of this actual newspaper thought when reading this article for the first time involving one of their American heroes of that time. A great issue to hang framed on the wall of any military or journalist enthusiast.
The front page has a two column headline: "Ernie Py... See More
Rudolph Valentino death....
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 26, 1926 This 14 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Valentino's Body Is Barred From Pubic View".
Other news of the day. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.
... See More
John D. Rockefeller death in 1937....
Albany Evening News, Albany, New York, May 24, 1937
* John D. Rockefeller... Report on death...
* Oil tycoon...
This 26 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "Simple Rites Planned for Rockefeller," "Aged Philanthropist Dies Relatively Poor Man in 98th Year," with much more on pages 2 & 9 with related photos.
Other news of th... See More
John D. Rockefeller death...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, May 24, 1937 This 8 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "ROCKEFELLER, SR., SUCCUMBS" "End Comes in 98th Year to Capitalist and Philanthropist" with photo of Rockefeller. (see)
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
Will Rogers & Wiley Post death in 1935...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, August 18, 1935
* Will Rogers
* Wiley Post
* Airplane crash - deaths
This 30+ page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Rogers Funeral at Los Angeles; Service For Post in Oklahoma; Plane Will Bring Bodies Back" with subheads that include: "ACTOR'S WIDOW STARTS JOURNEY TO WEST COAST" and mor... See More
Charles Manson Murders in 1969
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts MA December 2, 1969
* Charles Manson murders
* Sharon Tate murders
* Watson & Krenwinkel arrested (1st report)
This 18 page newspaper has a three column headline at the bottom of the front page:
* Nomadic Hippies Held In Tate Multiple Deaths
Other news of the day throughout. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: On ... See More
Will Rogers & Wiley Post death in 1935...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, August 19, 1935
* Will Rogers
* Wiley Post
* Airplane crash - deaths
This 14 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Plane Wings South With Bodies of Rogers, Post" and more with smaller subheads. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, gener... See More
Adolph Hitler assassination attempt...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, November 11, 1939
* Adolph Hitler assassination attempt
* Johann Georg Elser
This 20 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "MISSILE THROWN AT HUGE PICTURE OF ADOLPH HITLER" "Window Before It in Berlin Store of Fuehrer's Photographer Smashed" and more. (see)
Other news of... See More
Rudolph Valentino death...
THE WORLD, New York City, August 23, 1926
* Famous movie actor death close
* Rudolph Valentino
This 30 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page that include: "VALENTINO'S FATE QUESTION OF HOURS" "Temperature and Respiration Increase as Condition Spreads in Lungs" "Film Sheik Unable To Eat" and more. (see) He would ... See More
Charles Manson Murders...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, December 5, 1969 This 18 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "'Black Magic' Code of Clan: Hippie-Types""Black magic"... "He believes that he, and all human beings, are God"..."There is no crime, there is no sin:... "the women were the key to everything" Three friends of Charles ... See More
Tri-State Tornado in 1925...
Other news of the day. Light browning with little margin wear, otherwise good.
Will Rogers & Wiley Post death in 1935....
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, dated August 20, 1935.
* Will Rogers
* Wiley Post
* Airplane crash - deaths
This 18 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include:
* Bodies of Rogers and Post Reach California by Plane
and more. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, generally nice.... See More
John Dillinger...
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Massachusetts, July 25, 1934
* John Dillinger death trap
* The Woman in Red
This 10 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "SAID SHE KNEW DILLINGER AS 'LAWRENCE'" "Girl in Red Gives Details of Night of Shooting"
Other news of the day. Light browning and little margin wear and tear, otherwise in good condi... See More
Homer Van Meter slain...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, August 25, 1934
* re. Outlaw Homer Van Meter death
* John Dillinger gang member
* Babe Face Nelson the new public enemy # 1
This 28 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 3 that include: "VAN METER'S LOOT SOUGHT FROM GIRL" "Waitress, Whose Kin Turned Up Gangster, Is Asked About His Hideout in St. Paul" &... See More
Charles Manson Murders in 1969...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, December 3, 1969
* Charles Manson murders
* Sharon Tate & more
* Recent arrests made
This 32 page newspaper has a one column photo of Charles Manson on the front page with caption: "Cult Leader?"
Also a two column head near the bottom of the front page: "Tate Slaying Suspect In Concord"
Other news of ... See More
Very early report on the capture of New Orleans...
THE PITTSBURGH POST, Pennsylvania, April 28, 1862
* Capture of New Orleans
* Very early report
At the top of page 2 is a report: "The Very Latest Telegraph" "New Orleans Taken!" "Great Destruction Of Property, Cotton, Steamboats, etc." "All Was Consternation and Excitement" with the text providing the details. This is an early rep... See More
Will Rogers & Wiley Post death in 1935...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, August 21, 1935
* Will Rogers
* Wiley Post
* Airplane crash - deaths
This 24page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Will Rogers Funeral Rites To Be Conducted Tomorrow" and more with photo of the plane wreckage. Also the last photo taken of Rogers on page 3. (see)
Other news of th... See More
William Edward Hickman hangs....
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, October 20, 1928
* William Edward Hickman hanged
* Marion Parker kidnapping and murder
This 24 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include
* 'FOX' HANGS ON GALLOWS FOR MURDER
* Hickman Is Legally Put to Death in California
* COLLAPSES AT LAST MOMENT
with subheads. (see) Reporting continues on page two with related photos.... See More
William Edward Hickman hangs...
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Nebraska, October 18, 1928
* William Edward Hickman 'dead man walking'
* Marion Parker kidnapping and murder
This 24 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "HICKMAN GOES TO DEATH CELL" "'It Won't Be Long Now,' Cries Another Murderer as Slayer Passes"
Tells of the upcoming execution (eve) by hanging of Willia... See More
Will Rogers & Wiley Post death in 1935...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, August 22, 1935
* Will Rogers
* Wiley Post
* Airplane crash - deaths
This 20 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page: "Nation Pays Tribute Today At Rogers and Post Rites" "Observance of Obsequies Will Be Held in Many Parts of America While Actual Services Are Conducted in West"
... See More
Babe Ruth is near death...
THE BETHLEHEM GLOBE-TIMES, Pennsylvania, August 11, 1948
* Babe Ruth close to death w/ photo
* New York Yankees - MLB
The fottom half of the front page has a two line, two column head: "Babe Ruth's Condition Now Termed 'Critical' " plus a nice one column, full-figure photo of "Babe Ruth" (see).
The complete 24 page issue in good condition.... See More
Green Hornet Trolley Disaster in 1950...
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, May 26, 1950
* Green Hornet Trolley Disaster (1st report)
* Chicago street car & gas truck collision
This 60 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "33 GO TO FLAMING DEATHS IN HEAD-ON CRASH OF STREETCAR AND BIG GAS TRUCK" with subhead and photo of the horrific scene. (see) Tells of the Green Hornet trolley dis... See More
Charles Manson Murders in 1969...
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, December 2, 1969
* Charles Manson
* Sharon Tate murders
* Watson & Krenwinkel arrested (1st report)
This 8 page newspaper has a three column headline at the bottom of the front page: "Suspects Identified"
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: On December 1, 1969,... See More
William Edward Hickman hangs....
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Detroit, Michigan, October 19, 1928 This 32 page newspaper has two column headline on the front page: "Hickman's Last Plea Fails; To Hang Today" with subhead: "Slayer of Child IS Calm as Time of Death Draws Near"
Tells of the upcoming execution (same day) by hanging of William Edward Hickman for the murder of 12 year old Marion Parker after kidn... See More
Will Rogers & Wiley Post death in 1935...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, August 23, 1935
* Will Rogers
* Wiley Post
* Airplane crash - funerals
This 30 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Millions of Americans Bow In Silent Farewell as Post And Rogers Rites Are Held" and more. (see)
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning, otherwise good.
wi... See More
Babe Ruth is near death...
THE BETHLEHEM GLOBE-TIMES, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Aug. 12, 1948
* Babe Ruth near death
* New York Yankees
* Major league baseball
Near the middle of the front page is a one column report headed: "Babe Ruth Still Critical, Say Doctors" with the text taking four inches (see photos). The Babe would pass away four days later.
Other news, sports and advertisements are within.
... See More
Death of P. T. Barnum...
WAVERLY FREE PRESS, Waverly, New York, April 11, 1891 The second page of this issue contains the report of the death of P. T. Barnum. "On Tuesday evening, April 7, 1891, that prince of showmen, P. T. Barnum, breathed his last. He was in this 81st year and died from heart failure... His life was rounded out full and complete, and will always shine out in the amusement world like a ... See More
Commander John Rodgers death...
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, August 28, 1926
* John Rodgers death
* United States Navy
* Delaware River airplane crash
This 16 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Comdr. Rodgers Killed When Airplane Crashes; Late Brother Lived Here" with photo. (see)
Tells of the death of John Rodgers, Commander of the United States Nav... See More
Brooke Hart murder... San Jose lynching....
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany, New York, November 28, 1933
* Famous San Jose, California lynchings
* Brooke Hart murder
This 18 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "ROLPH SAYS PARDON AWAITS LYNCHERS OF HART KILLERS" with subheads and related photo. (see) Loads of text, too much to photograph.
Tells of the lynching of Thomas Thurmond and John H. Holmes... See More
Death of Lord Tennyson...
THE BETHLEHEM TIMES, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, October 5, 1892 The third column of the front page features "LATEST BY TELEGRAPH" "News of More or Less Importance From All the World" "DEATH OF LORD TENNYSON" "At 3:30 Today His doctors Say He Is Slowly Passing Away" "THE PECK BEATS THE PURITAN". The text of the article is of the bulletins provid... See More
Cap Anson death in 1922...
THE DETROIT NEWS, Michigan, April 15, 1922
* Cap 'Pop' Anson death
* Major league baseball MLB
This 18 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 12: "MANY TRIBUTES FOR 'POP' ANSON" "Former Associates Call Him Greatest Hero of Base Ball; Was 70 Years Old"
Tells of the death of famous baseball star Cap Anson.
Other news of the day. Light br... See More
Famous poet Carl Sandburg death....
SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Springfield, Massachusetts, July 23, 1967 This 84 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Carl Sandburg, Poet of People, Dies at Age 89" with photo of Sandburg.
Tells of the death of poet Carl Sandburg.
Other news of the day throughout. Minor spine wear, otherwise in nice condition.
Tris Speaker death...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, December 9, 1958
* Tris Speaker death
* Cleveland Indians - Boston Red Sox
This 40 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page: "Tris Speaker, Great 'Gray Eagle,' Is Dead" "Hall of Fame Outfielder, 70, Suffers Heart Attack; Has Lifetime Average of .344" with photo of Speaker. (see)
Tells of the d... See More
Walter Johnson death...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, December 11, 1946
* Walter Johnson death
* Washington Senators
This 64 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 31 that include: "WALTER JOHNSON DIES IN CAPITAL, 59" "Pitching Star for Washington Senators 21 Years Held Many Baseball Records" and more with photo of Johnson. Nice to have in this famous NYC title.
... See More
Mickey Cochrane death...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Springfield, Massachusetts, June 29 1962 This 48 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 43: "Late Mickey Cochrane Was Fierce Competitor in 1930's" with pictorial of Cochrane. (see)
Tells of the death a famous major league baseball star Mickey Cochrane.
Other news of the day. Good condition.
Al Simmons death...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, May 27, 1956
* Al Simmons death
* Philadelphia Athletics
This 60+ page newspaper has two column headlines on page 2 of the sport's section (inside): "Al Simmons Leaves Host Of Baseball Achievements" "Man With 'Foot-in-Bucket' Stance Dies of Heart Attack at Age of 54" with photo of Simmons. (see)
Tells of... See More
Nap Lajoie death...
SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Springfield, Massachusetts, February 8, 1959 This 50+ page newspaper has a banner headline on page 8 of the sport's section (inside):
* LATE 'NAP' LAJOIE'S .422 MARK STILL STANDS AS AL BATTING RECORD
with subheads and photo of Lajoie. (see)
This tells of the death of famous major league baseball star Nap Lajoie.
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, oth... See More
Eddie Collins death...
THE DETROIT NEWS, Michigan, March 26, 1951
* Eddie Collins death
* Chicago White Sox - Philadelphia
* Major league baseball - MLB
This 38 page newspaper has two column headlines on page 21: "'Immortal' Dies at 63, Red Sox Wear Black" and "Base Ball Mourns Hall of Fame Hero, 25 Years a Player, Then an Executive" with pictorial. (see) Tells of the death of famous major le... See More
Grover Cleveland Alexander death...
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, November 5, 1950
* Grover Cleveland Alexander death
* Philadelphia Phillies - Chicago Cubs
This 50+ page newspaper has a two column headline in the sport''s section: "'Old Pete' Alexander, Baseball Great, Dies" with caption: "Game Ends At 63"
Tells of the death of famous major league baseball star Grover Cleveland... See More
St. Francis dam disaster...
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Omaha, Nebraska, March 16, 1928
* St. Francis dam disaster
* Los Angeles, California are
This 22 page has one column headlines on the front page that include: "Dam Death Inquests Conducted" "Latest Check Reveals 202 Known Victims of St. Francis Collapse; Many Unaccounted for" and more. (see)
Other news of the day. Light brownin... See More
Mel Ott death...
THE TIMES PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 22, 1958
* Mel Ott death
* New York Giants
* Major league baseball
This 46 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "OTT DIES IN OPERATING ROOM OF CRASH HURTS" with subhead and photo of Ott. (see) Much more in the sport's section.
Tells of the death a famous major league baseb... See More
Erwin Rommel death...
THE BOSTON POST, Massachusetts, October 16, 1944
* Erwin Rommel death
* The Desert Fox
* World War II field Marshall
This 14 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page: "GERMANY ADMITS ROMMEL'S DEATH" "State Funeral Ordered by Hitler for 'Desert Fox'---Wounds in Strafing by Allied Fliers Fatal"
Tells of the death of famou... See More
Day of Rudolph Valentino 's death...
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Detroit, Michigan, August 23, 1926 This 20 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: "'SHEIK'S DEATH FROM PLEURISY IS NOW FEARED" "Change for Better or Worse Expected Hourly; Condition Most Serious" and more. (see) He would die on this day.
Light browning with mi nor margin wear and tear, otherwise good.
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Alabama and Mississippi killer tornadoes...
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, April 22, 1920
* Alabama & Mississippi killer tornadoes
This 16 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Atlanta Woman Killed By Storm Which Cost 150 Lives in South" with subheads. (see)
Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise good.
wikipedia notes: The Palm Sunday tornado outbreak of 1920 was a... See More
Ham the Chimp... 1st into space...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, January 31, 1961
* Ham the Chimp
* 1st into space
* Mercury-Redstone 2 space flight
This 8 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Space Ride For Chimp Is Delayed"
Tells of the very 1st hominid to be launched into outer space.
Other news of the day throughout. Minor spine wear, othe... See More
1938 Aviator Frank Hawks killed...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, August 24 & 25, 1938
* Frank Hawks killed in airplane crash
* Aviation - aviator
The Aug. 24th issue has one column headlines on page 5 include: "Frank Hawks, Noted Flier, Dies In Crash" "Socialite Companion Also Perishes In Blazing Plane" "HIT WIRE" and more. (see)
As an extra bonus, you als... See More
Pittsburgh Steel riots...
THE NEW YORK WORLD, New York, September 24, 1919
* Steel strike of 1919
* Riots in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
This 28 page newspaper has a three line banner headline on the front page: "STEEL STRIKE SHUTS MORE MILLS, DEADLOCK UNBROKEN; 4 NEW DEATHS, MANY WOUNDED, IN RIOTS WITH POLICE; SENATE BEGINS INQUIRY AT ONCE INTO CAUSE OF DISPUTE" with many subheads. (see)... See More
Fort Payne AL tornado..
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Omaha, Nebraska, January 20, 1936
* Chipley Fl Florida
* Fort Payne AL Alabama
This 12 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "17 KILLED BY TORNADOES IN THREE STATES" "Entire Family of 6 Wiped Out In Florida; Georgia, Alabama Report Death Tolls".
This tells of the tornado outbreak in parts of Florida, Georgia and Alabama.
O... See More
1933 Griffith Park fire....
THE KNICKERBOCKER PRESS, Albany, New York, October 4, 1933 This 22 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "52 Burn to Death, Trapped in Gully By Forest Blaze" with subheads. (see)
This tells of the 1933 Griffith Park fire in Los Angeles, California.
Other news of the day. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise good.... See More
Long Beach, California earthquake...
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Nebraska, March 11, 1933
* The Long Beach, California earthquake
This 12 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on the front page: "EARTHQUAKE DEATH LIST GROWS!" with subheads and related photo with map (see photos).
Other news of the day throughout including various advertisements. Light browning with some margin wear and tear, but otherwise in good... See More
Death of Pope Benedict XV...
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, January 26, 1922 This 16 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "POPE'S BODY, INCLOSED IN THREE CASKETS, SOLEMNLY ENTOMBED IN CRYPT OF ST. PETER'S AT ROME" with subheads. (see)
Other news of the day. Light browning with some margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
On the public viewing of Rudolph Valentino...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, August 26, 1926.
* Famous movie actor, Rudolph Valentino death
* Latin Lover
* "The Sheik"
This 14 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Public's 'Three-Ring-Circus' At Bier of Valentino Ended" and more (see photos).
Light browning, otherwise good.
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Will Rogers and Wiley Post death...
THE COLDWATER DAILY REPORTER, Coldwater, Michigan, dated August 17, 1935
* Will Rogers
* Wiley Post
* Airplane crash - deaths
This 6 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page that include: "BODIES OF POST AND ROGERS ON WAY TO JUNEAU" and more (see images).
Other news and advertisements of the day. Usual browning with little margin wear, otherwise good. Should ... See More
Richard Speck mass murder...
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, July 18, 1966
* Richard Speck Chicago, Illinois murders
* Student nurses
This 6 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Defer Arraignment Of Accused Killer"
Tells of the famous mass murder of 8 student nurses in Chicago IL.
Other news of the day. A few small binding holes along the spine, otherwise ... See More
Cy Young death in 1955...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, December 7, 1955
* Honus Wagner death
* Pittsburgh Pirates
This 40 page newspaper has two column headlines on page 34: "Wagner Great Credit To Game, Frick Says" "New Generation Pays Tribute to Departed Hall of Fame Member; Has .329 Lifetime Mark"
Tells of the death of famous Pittsburgh Pirates baseball star Ho... See More
Charles 'Pretty Boy' Floyd....
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, October 22, 1934
* Day of Charles 'Pretty Boy' Floyd death
* Shot by Melvin Purvis
This 32 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
"FLOYD BELIEVED WOUNDED; AID IS CAUGHT IN OHIO" "Richetti Jailed After Gun Fight; wide Search Launched"
Other news of the day including various adve... See More
Rudolph Valentino death....
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, August 24, 1926
* Famous movie actor death
* Rudolph Valentino
This 14 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "SCHENCK SAYS VALENTINO DIED VIRTUALLY PENNILESS" and more. (see)
Other news of the day. Light browning, otherwise in good condition.
... See More
Rudolph Valentino death...
THE COLDWATER DAILY REPORTER, Michigan, August 24, 1926
* Famous movie actor death
* Rudolph Valentino
This 6 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
"MILLIONS PAY LAST TRIBUTE TO DEAD IDOL" and "Crowds Clamor for Last Look at Valentino Remains, Lying in State".
Other news of the day. Usual browning with some margin wear and tear... See More
1929 actress Lily Langtry death...
CHRONICLE AND NEWS, Allentown, Pennsylvania, February 12, 1929
* Lily Langtry death
* British actress "Jersey Lily"
This 22 page newspaper has one column headlines near the bottom of the front page: "LILY LANGTRY, ONE TIME NOTED ACTRESS, DEAD" "'Jersey Lily' Passed Away at Monte Carlo Following Attack of Heart Failure"
Tells of the... See More
Babe Ruth near death..
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Detroit, Michigan, August 12, 1948.
* Babe Ruth near death
* New York Yankees
This 32 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page: "Babe Ruth Fights On" and "Gravely Ill But Smiling, Says Close Friend" with photo. Also photo on page 2 with caption: "Condition Critical". He would die a few days later. Other news, sports and ... See More
1933 Giuseppe Zangara executed....
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Fitchburg, Massachusetts, March 20, 1933 This 10 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Zangara Put to Death; Cermak Slayer. Defiant, Walks Alone to Chair" with subhead. (see)
This tells of the execution of Giuseppe Zangara by electric chair for the assassination of Mayor Anton J. Cermak.
Other news of the day. Minor spine wear, oth... See More
1953 Flint, Michigan tornado disaster....
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, June 9, 1953 This 8 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "TORNADO DEATH TOLL 128" with subhead: "Report That 750 Persons Are Injured"
This tells of the Flint, Michigan tornado outbreak which was one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history.
Other news of the day. Good condition.... See More
Jake Lingle assassination...
THE NORWICH SUN, New York, June 11, 1930
* Jake Lingle assassination... Chicago reporter
* Al Capone - Gangsters
This 12 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page:
"AGENCIES SPURRED TO FEVERISH HEAT IN HUNT FOR LINGLE SLAYER" "Public Opinion Demands Complete and Sudden End to Gang Reigns and Hired Murderers--Threaten Shake-up in Police Department" ... See More
Al Capone's reign about to end...
THE NORWICH SUN, New York, October 14, 1931
* Al Capone - Chicago mob boss
* Tax evasion trial ending
* Prosecution rests
This 8 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "CAPONE TRIAL IS RAPIDLY NEARING END" "State Rests Case Suddenly During Afternoon Session"
Tells of the beginning of the end of Al Capone as he would rec... See More
1935 Hopewell, Virginia drawbridge bus disaster...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, December 23, 1935
* Hopewell, Virginia
* Drawbridge bus disaster
This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Inquest Ordered in Deaths Of 14 Who Died When Bus Goes Through Drawbridge", tells of the Atlantic Greyhound bus disaster in which the bus plunged into the Appomattox River off a drawbridge near Hopewell, Vi... See More
Al Capone's reign about to end...
THE NORWICH SUN, New York, October 15, 1931
* Al Capone - Chicago mob boss
* Tax evasion trial ending
* Capone a bad gambler?
This 16 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "Bookmakers State Capone is "Sucker"" "They Testify He Lost and Paid Thousands Without Complaint"
Tells of the beginning of the end of Al ... See More
Babe Ruth gets married...
CHRONICLE AND NEWS, Allentown, Pennsylvania, April 17, 1929
* Babe Ruth & Claire Hodgson marry (1st report)
* New York Yankees star
This 24 page newspaper has a two column photo on the front page with caption: "Meet Mr. and Mrs. Babe Ruth" with some text.
Also a nice banner headline on page 10 that reads: "Babe Ruth Married to Former Actress in Dawn Ceremony in New Yo... See More
1958 Prestonsburg, Kentucky school bus disaster....
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, February 28 , 1958
* Prestonburg, Kentucky
* School bus disaster
* Sandy River
This 10 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Over 20 May Be Dead In Accident"
Tells of the school bus disaster involving elementary children near Prestonsburg, Kentucky. A early report as the eventual o... See More
Admiral William Halsey death in 1959...
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, August 17, 1959
* Fleet Admiral William Halsey Jr.
* World War II Pacific commander
* Soap Box Derby - Akron, Ohio
This 20 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Adm. 'Bull' Halsey, 76, Dies of Heart Attack" with subhead and photo (see photos). Tells of the death of World War II Fleet Admiral William Halsey Jr.
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Comedian Lou Costello death....
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, March 6, 1959 This 10 page newspaper has a small one column photo of Lou Costello with caption: "Film Comedian Dies" A small but 1st report.
Other news of the day throughout. Good condition.
Marilyn Monroe divorces DiMaggio...
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Russell, Kansas, October 27, 1954
* Marilyn Monroe
* Joe DiMaggio
* Divorce
This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline near the bottom of the front page: "Free Marilyn Says Joe Treated Her 'Coldly'" which tells of the divorce between Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio. See photos for complete text.
Other news and advertisements of the day thro... See More
1935 G-Man Melvin Purvis resigns...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, July 12, 1935
* Melvin Purvis resigns (1st report)
* FBI agent - G-Man
This 8 page newspaper has a small one column headline on the front page: "Melvin Purvis Resigns from Dep't of Justice"
Tells of the resignation of famous G-Man head Melvin Purvis.
Other news of the day. A few tiny binding holes along the spi... See More
Tell City IN flight 710 disaster....
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, Massachusetts, March 18, 1960
* Flight 710 airplane crash disaster
* Lockheed L-188 Electra
* Cannelton IN (Tell City, Indiana)
This 10 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "Investigators Probe Blast-Torn Airliner" with subhead "Four-Engine Craft Carries 63 to Death".
This tells of the Northwest Orient... See More
1960 Bolivia, North Carolina Flight 2511 disaster...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, January 6, 1960
* Bolivia, North Carolina
* National Airlines Flight 2511
* Douglas DC-6B airplane
This 20 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page: "Plane With 34 Persons Crashes In Bolivia, N.C." with subheads. (see)
Tells of the National Airlines Flight 2511 airplane explosion disaster over... See More
Evans CO school bus disaster...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominister, Massachusetts, December 15, 1961
* Evans CO Colorado - Greeley
* Children's school bus disaster
This 12 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page: "A Mournful Yule in Greeley" with caption: "20 Of Its Children Dead"
This tells of the school bus and train collision disaster in Evans, Colorado.
Also on ... See More
1962 United Airlines Flight 297 disaster...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, November 24, 1962
* United Airlines Flight 297 crash
* Vickers Viscount 745D airplane
* Ellicott City MD Maryland Columbia
This 8 page newspaper has a three column headline on the front page: "Engine Failure Believed Cause of Maryland Crash" with caption: "17 Deaths Reported"
Tells of United Airl... See More
Ernie Kovacs killed on car crash...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, January 13, 1962
* Ernie Kovacs killed (1st report)
* Famous comedian actor
This 8 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Kovacs Killed In Car Crash". Tells of the death of famed comedian Ernie Kovacs.
Other news of the day. The paper is in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Ernie Kovacs was killed in an a... See More
1962 Unionville, Missouri Flight 11 disaster...
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, May 23, 1962
* Unionville, Missouri
* Continental Airlines Flight 11
* Jet airplane explosion disaster
This 36 page newspaper has a four column headline on the front page:
"45 Persons Meet Death In $5-Million-Jet Crash"
Tells of the airplane suicide bomb explosion of Continental Airlines Flight 11 which crashed in Un... See More
Knute Rockne's last collegiate game.....
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, December 6, 1930
* Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. USC Southern California Trojans
* Last official collegiate game coached by Knute Rockne before death (DAY OF)
* ND to repeat as National Champions after this game
This 24 page newspaper has pre-game reporting on the Notre Dame vs. USC football game which was the last collegiate game Knute Rockne would b... See More
1964 Flight 114 airplane disaster...
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, November 16, 1964
* Bonanza Air Lines Flight 114 disaster
* Fairchild F-27 airplane crash
* Sloan, Nevada
This 10 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Wrecked Airliner Found"
Tells of the Bonanza Air Lines Flight 114 airplane disaster near Las Vegas, Nevada. (Sloan NV)
Other news of the da... See More
Nobel Peace winner Jane Addams dies...
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, May 22, 1935
* Jane Addams death
* Nobel Peace Prize winner
* Adolph Hitler agreeable?
This 8 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 3: "JANE ADDAMS SUCCUMBS" "Noted Social Service Worker Dies in Chicago Hospital" with photo of Addams. (see)
Other news of the day. Light browning with min... See More
Death of Rear Admiral Robert Peary...
MID-WEEK PICTORIAL, New York, March 4, 1920
Fine pictorial published by the New York Times, this issue has the reporting of the Death and Funeral of Peary, Rear Admiral Robert E Peary, the discoverer of the north pole. Also within this issue is a doublepage illustration of the H.M.S. "Hood".
Other photos with text throughout this 24 page issue. In good condition.... See More
Death of Joe DiMaggio...
THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 9, 1999
* Death of Joe DiMaggio
The top of the front page has a three column head: "Joe DiMaggio, Yankee Clipper, Dies at 84" with text and a photo of him as well, captioned: "Joe DiMaggio's grace on and off the field created an enduring legend." Much more on his life on inside pages including many vintage photos as well. This is ... See More
Al Capone's reign about to end...
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Nebraska, October 9, 1931
* Al Capone - Chicago mob boss
* Fight to exclude evidence
* Tax evasion trial
This 26 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
"CAPONE LOSSES FIGHT ON TAX CONFESSION" "Bad Day in Court for Gangster; Lawyers Battle in Vain to Exclude Expert's Data"
Tells of the beginning of ... See More
Al Capone's reign about to end...
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Omaha, Nebraska, October 10, 1931
* Al Capone - Chicago mob boss
* Tax evasion trial
This 20 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "U.S. Exposes Trail of Money to Capone in Florida"
This tells of the beginning of the end of Al Capone as he would receive a guilty verdict a few weeks later that would send him to prison for 11 years... See More