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1945 New York Times, Hirohito Calls on MacArthur, Patton, Sept 27

1945 New York Times, Hirohito Calls on MacArthur, Patton, Sept 27

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Overview

An original New York Times for Thursday, September 27, 1945 (Late City Edition, Volume XCV, No. 32,023), from the first weeks of the American occupation of Japan. The front page reports "Hirohito Calls on MacArthur in Precedent-Shattering Visit," the first time a Japanese emperor left his palace to call on a foreigner, with details of the 40-minute meeting at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo. Other front-page stories include "Patton Summoned by Eisenhower to Account for His Stand on Nazis," a Roosevelt letter condemning Franco, "Russia Accepted Our Rule of Japan," the Big Three disagreeing on Eastern Europe, Argentina's state of siege, a looming national oil strike and the New York elevator strike, plus the "World News Summarized" box. The back page (page 42) has a photo of an American Labor party rally in the garment district, a Schaefer beer "Post-War Action!" ad and a large ad for the novel "That Girl from Memphis." Inside are period ads from Arnold Constable (a 120th birthday "Salute to the 48 States"), Saks Fifth Avenue, John David, Dobbs hats, W. L. Douglas shoes and Guinness. It would make a strong framing piece for a study or office, or a good addition to a World War II or Pacific history collection.

Background

Emperor Hirohito's call on General MacArthur on September 27, 1945 was their first meeting and became one of the best-known moments of the occupation. Patton's remarks about former Nazis, reported here, led to his removal from command in Bavaria soon after. The pages are sewn together along the left edge from being bound into a library volume, and the masthead shows the three-cent price.

Condition

Fair to good vintage condition for its age. The paper has an even tan tone typical of 1940s newsprint, with chips and brittle edges along the bound left edge and stitch holes, and small chips along the outer edges. The text and ads remain clear. Please handle with care. Please see all photos.

Dimensions & Weight

The pages measure approximately 23 x 16.5 inches (H x W). The issue weighs about 1 lb.

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