New York Daily News – February 3, 1979 – Sid Vicious Dies, Rockefeller Funeral (SOLD)

Description

Status: Previously sold. This original newspaper is no longer available.

This listing documents an original New York Daily News (New Jersey Edition) newspaper from Saturday, February 3, 1979.
The front page combines major cultural and political events of the late 1970s, including the death of punk rock musician
Sid Vicious and the funeral of former Vice President Nelson Rockefeller.

Front-page headlines include:
“Sid Vicious Dies From Overdose”
“2,500 VIPs Mourn Rockefeller”

The front page features photographs of Happy Rockefeller and Nelson Rockefeller Jr. attending the memorial service for
Nelson Rockefeller.

Publication details:
Volume 60, Number 116.
Complete 40-page issue.

Notable contents include:

• Sid Vicious Death – Coverage reporting that punk rock musician Sid Vicious died from an apparent
  accidental overdose, marking a defining moment in punk music history.
• Nelson Rockefeller Funeral – Extensive coverage of the memorial service attended by approximately
  2,500 dignitaries, with centerfold photographs showing figures such as President Jimmy Carter, Rosalynn Carter,
  Coretta Scott King, Barry Goldwater, and Henry Kissinger.
• International Affairs – Reporting on the reception of Chinese Deputy Prime Minister
  Teng Hsiao‑ping during a visit to the United States.
• Society & Culture – An article discussing workplace perceptions of women and gender roles
  during the late 1970s.
• Entertainment & Advertising – Movie ads for Superman, Invasion of the Body Snatchers,
  Goin’ South, and The Lord of the Rings, along with television listings popular at the time.
• Sports Coverage – The back page features a photograph of Denver Nuggets coach Larry Brown
  announcing his resignation.

This issue offers a striking snapshot of late‑1970s America, juxtaposing counterculture, political legacy,
and everyday news from the period.

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Condition at time of sale:
Looks very good for a newspaper from the late 1970s. Minor wear along the edges and a small crease on the back
were present, consistent with original newsprint and age. All 40 pages were included at the time of sale.
Please review listing photos for exact condition details.

Learn more about the publication:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Daily_News

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