Complete 'extra' edition of the Cleveland News from April 12, 1945, 16.5 x 23.5, four pages, with large banner headline: "Roosevelt Dead." The front page features a portrait of the late president under the heading, "Death Shocks World," with a bulletin from the Associated Press: "The White House announced late today that President Roosevelt had died of cerebral hemorrhage." The newspaper offers further news on World War II, including the discovery of a "New Nazi Art Cache" and coverage of Allied advanced into German-held territories. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and uniform toning.
The Collection of Dr. Joseph Matheu.