Dewey Defeats Truman Original & Authentic Newspaper

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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, especially complete examples like this one. Here is a description of the condition. This is the front, and most important, section paper. . Overall we would rate the condition as Good. The front cover displays very well and would look even better framed. The coloring is very consistent with some marks. It has some typical tearing at the center of the horizontal fold line. There are two small vertical tears at the bottom center of the paper The inside pages are very good and clean with some edge wear. Would display well 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.
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Price$1,895.00
Conditionused
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Size17" x 24" approximately
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