1960 New York Times Nov 10, JFK Kennedy Wins Election, Original

Name: 1960 New York Times Nov 10, JFK Kennedy Wins Election, Original
Brand: Belle Afrik Arts
SKU: BA-1641
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Overview

An original issue of The New York Times from Thursday, November 10, 1960, City Edition. The front page carries the three-line headline on John F. Kennedy's narrow victory over Vice President Richard Nixon, his promise to fight for world freedom, and President Eisenhower's offer of an orderly transition. A large United Press International photo shows Kennedy at Hyannis holding congratulatory telegrams, with Jacqueline Kennedy, his parents and Robert F. Kennedy behind him. The front page also has a state-by-state electoral vote table, Nixon's concession message and Khrushchev's note of congratulations. Inside, a full-page Newsweek advertisement shows the empty presidential chair under the line "Today is Election Day—Plus Two." The paper has a warm tan tone and suits a history collection, or the front page can be framed for a study, office or library wall.

Background

The 1960 presidential election was one of the closest in US history, and this front page reports the popular vote as almost even, with an electoral tally of 299 to 185 at press time. The masthead shows Vol. CX, No. 37,546, the five-cent price and the 1960 copyright line. The issue has multiple sections, with inside pages and advertisements.

Condition

Good vintage condition for newsprint of this age. There is toning throughout, a central fold, and edge wear with chips and small losses along the edges, most noticeable on the right edge of the front page and the outer edge of the inside pages. It comes in a clear plastic sleeve. Please see all photos.