November 2012 Auction Ends Thursday, November 15th, 5pm Pacific

Lot #50:

Marilyn Monroe's Death Covered in the ''Los Angeles Times'' of 6 August 1962 -- ''Pills Blamed''

The ''Los Angeles Times'' of 6 August 1962 shocks with the headline, ''Marilyn Monroe Dies; Pills Blamed / Unclad Body of Star Found on Bed…'' A glamorous photo of the blonde beauty who ''failed to find happiness as Hollywood's brightest star'' is featured above the fold. A 2pp. photo spread follows on the inside pages, including shots of the death scene and Monroe with husbands Joe DiMaggio and Arthur Miller. Minor toning and chipping to 34pp. newspaper section; very good condition.