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Lot #82:

FDR's Funeral Covered in 16 April 1945 ''New York Times'' -- America Mourns as the War in Europe Draws to a Close

16 April 1945 issue of ''The New York Times'' with extensive coverage of FDR's funeral, including a large picture of the grave lowering in front of a somber crowd. 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.