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New York Daily News (New Jersey Edition) – Tuesday, August 21, 1973.
The main front‑page headlines include
“Question ‘Plot’ To Kill Nixon” and
“New Orleans Parade Canceled; Cops Dispute Secret Service.”
The front page features a photograph of President Nixon giving instructions to Press Secretary Ron Ziegler —
“I don’t want any press with me and you take care of it” — while entering the Riverside Convention Center
in New Orleans to address the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).
Volume 55, Number 49. The complete issue is included, totaling 88 pages.
Everything shown in the photos is exactly what is included.
Notable contents include:
- “Joe Kennedy 3d Fined $100 in Crash” – Guilty of negligent driving in an accident that injured six people.
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“Agnew, Mandel Cooperate, Seek Proof They’re Clean” – Coverage of Vice President Spiro Agnew
and Maryland Governor Marvin Mandel amid investigations into alleged kickbacks. -
“‘Plot’ to Kill Nixon Is Reported” – President Nixon proceeds with a New Orleans appearance
despite reports of a possible assassination conspiracy. - “Pollution Wanes, Some Beaches at Barnegat Reopen” – New Jersey shore coverage as water conditions improve.
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Centerfold photo spread showing increased police presence in Greenwich Village and images from the
President’s visit to New Orleans. - The only color printing in the paper appears in cigarette advertisements, including Salem and Winston.
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Period movie advertisements include Last Tango in Paris, The Day of the Jackal,
Live and Let Die, Enter the Dragon, and more. -
“Yanks Win a Gold on Russian Foul” – Track and field coverage showing
Semyon Kocher crossing the finish line ahead of USA’s Dennis Schultz; the Soviets were
later disqualified for fouling, awarding the gold to the U.S. - A University Chevrolet advertisement lists a new 1973 Chevelle priced at $3,348.
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The back page features track action with Semyon Kocher crossing the finish line ahead of USA’s Dennis Schultz,
followed by Soviet disqualification for fouling, as well as baseball action showing Felix Millan tagged out
attempting to steal second base by Darrel Chaney.
Condition: Good used condition for an original newspaper from 1973.
Expected age‑related toning, edge wear, small tears, and fold wear are present.
Please refer to the photos for exact condition details.
Shipping: The newspaper will be carefully wrapped in bubble wrap, rolled (not folded), and shipped in a rigid
protective mailing tube/box to help minimize creasing and edge damage.






















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