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November 29, 1939

THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 29, 1939

* James Naismith death (1st report)
* Sport of Basketball inventor


This 26 page newspaper has the 1st reporting on the death of basketball inventor, James Naismith.

Page 17 has a six column headline that reads: "'FATHER OF BASKETBALL' TURNED TO OTHER SPORTS BEFORE HIS DEATH" with photo of Naismith.

Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. A little spine wear, otherwise good condition.

Category: The 20th Century