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July 07, 1971

THE NEWS AND OBSERVER, Raleigh, North Carolina, July 7, 1971

* Louis Armstrong ("Satchmo") dies at the age of 71
* One of the most influential figures in jazz


The front page has the heading: "Jazz King 'Satchmo' Dead at 71", with an accompanying photo and text. The article continues on page seven under the heading: "Satchmo's Music Stilled by Death." Another page seven article is also present: "Nixon, Others Join Tribute", which includes another related photo.

Other news of the day and period advertising are found throughout.

The newspaper is complete in 44 pages, a few binding holes along the spine, nice condition.

Category: The 20th Century