St. Paul Pioneer Press Newspaper, November 23, 1963

This is a copy of the St. Paul Pioneer Press newspaper from Saturday, November 23, 1963. The primary focus of the front page is the assassination of President John F. Kennedy the previous day. The banner headline reads "COUNTRY MOURNS PRESIDENT; JOHNSON SWORN TO OFFICE." Below the headline are photographs of Lyndon B. Johnson and John F. Kennedy. Smaller headlines include "Washington, World Left Stunned," "Johnson Gets Pledge Of Backing," and "Pro-Castroite Charged In Assassination." An editorial is titled "Assassination of the President." Other articles on the front page mention "PONTIFICAL MASS SET: Last Rites for President Monday," "THOMPSON CASE: Trial Recessed After JFK Death," and "State to Taste Coming Season." The newspaper is printed on typical newsprint which appears to have yellowed considerably with age, a common form of patina. There are visible creases and folds, and a small tear is present on the bottom left corner. The edges also show signs of wear and possibly minor chipping. The ink is black, and the printing is legible. Given the date, this newspaper is from the 20th century, documenting a significant historical event.