Dewey Defeats Truman Original & Authentic Newspaper

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 complete three section paper. as originally published. Overall we would rate the condition as good to average.  The front cover is toned, especially at the very top where it is heavily toned which is why it is priced so attractively. It has typical small tears at the center of the horizontal fold line and edge, as well as a tear at the very top between "Daily" and "Tribune" not effecting the type . The inside pages are very good and clean.

If you have always wanted one of these iconic newspapers - especially complete with all sections - then this is an excellent opportunity to acquire one at an exceptionally good price based on the condition. 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.  Looks great in an office or library or is an exceptional gift item. .