Dewey Defeats Truman Original & Authentic Newspaper

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HST311
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$1,895.00
We are fortunate to have discovered yet another original of this famous edition of the Chicago Tribune of November 3, 1948. It is the complete, original and authentic newspaper. This is arguably the most famous and sought after newspaper of all time. When the decision to print this paper was made, returns were coming in very slowly and time was running out before the deadline for the edition. The Tribune staff, based on the early returns, decided Dewey would be the next President. After the newspaper was delivered to the street, more returns came in and showed that Truman would be the ultimate winner and be reelected as President. The already delivered "error" newspapers were gathered for return by staff members sent out to pick them up from newsstands and homes in the Chicago area. It also has the paragraph of type in the upside down position as all original examples have since the newspaper workers in haste to get the edition to the newsstands made the error. Original editions of this newspaper are becoming increasingly scarce. This is one of the rare historic papers that we have owned in 40+ years. Here is a description of the condition. This is the complete three section paper. Sections 2 and 3 are printed together as originally published. The front cover displays reasonably well and would look even better framed. The edges of the paper are somewhat rough as you can see from the photo. There is characteristic paper fraying at the center horizontal fold and also on the left center edge. The coloring is very consistent and has an overall typical patina, with a bit more darkening at the folds.The price has been adjusted downward to account for the condition. Overall we would rate it as good. The inside pages are in very good condition. It would look very good framed. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire one of the most famous newspaper ever produced. Several papers in terrible condition have sold at auction for $2,000 or more. Ones in excellent condition are selling in the $3,000 - $4,000 range. If you are searching for one of these rare newspapers this is your chance to to acquire this highly sought after newspaper at a very good price since it is not in pristine condition. Looks great in an office or library or is an exceptional gift item. .
Historical Notes
This is arguably the most famous and sought after newspaper of all time. When the decision to print this paper was made, returns were coming in very slowly and time was running out before the deadline for the edition. The Tribune staff, based on the early returns, decided Dewey would be the next President. After the newspaper was delivered to the street, more returns came in and showed that Truman would be the ultimate winner and be reelected as President. The already delivered "error" newspapers were gathered for return by staff members sent out to pick them up from newsstands and homes in the Chicago area. It also has the paragraph of type in the upside down position as all original examples have since the newspaper workers in haste to get the edition to the newsstands made the error. Original editions of this newspaper are becoming increasingly scarce.
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Price$1,895.00
Conditionused
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Size17" x 24" approximately