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FDR Funeral Newspaper

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FDR Funeral Newspaper
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16 April 1945 issue of ''The New York Times'' with extensive coverage of FDR's funeral, including a large picture of grave lowering in front of a somber crowd. The paper is also full of WWII news. Headlines read: ''Allies' Junction Near, Berlin Says'' and ''Seventh Drives Within 15 Miles of Nuremberg''. Roosevelt coverage includes a story about the speech Truman drafted for the funeral, details of the gravesite and interviews with Roosevelt's friends. Measures 16.5'' x 22.5'' and runs 34pp. Some chipping to left binding. Very good condition.