Summer Slam Collectibles Aug'26
Lot 919:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! York Daily Record Sports Section Newspaper Featuring Pete Rose, April 8, 1985
This item is the sports section, designated as Section C, of the York Daily Record newspaper dated Monday, April 8, 1985. The lead page features the primary headline At long last, it is Opening Day, 1985, accompanied by a large central photograph of Pete Rose. The main article details Rose’s pursuit of Ty Cobb’s career hit record as the 1985 Major League Baseball season begins. Secondary stories include the Detroit Tigers’ outlook following their 1984 World Series victory and an opening day pitching preview for the Baltimore Orioles versus the Texas Rangers. Additional content within the section includes coverage of a USFL game between the Stars and the Express and a brief sidebar regarding The Masters golf tournament. The section is printed on standard newsprint with black and white photography and text. The York Daily Record masthead and the date are clearly visible at the top of the pages.
Condition report:
The newsprint exhibits uniform age-related tanning. Prominent horizontal and vertical fold lines are present from original distribution and long-term storage. Minor edge wear and creasing are visible along the perimeter and at the intersections of the folds. The paper remains intact with no significant tears or internal markings.
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