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The death of Babe Ruth, as told by the headlines of the day
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The death of Babe Ruth, as told by the headlines of the day
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August 17, 1948 Babe Ruth's funeral & viewing at Stadium
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August 17, 1948 Babe Ruth's funeral & viewing at Stadium
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August 17, 1948 Babe Ruth's funeral & viewing at Stadium
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August 17, 1948 Babe Ruth's funeral & viewing at Stadium
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August 17, 1948 Babe Ruth's funeral & viewing at Stadium
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The death of Babe Ruth, as told by the headlines of the day
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The death of Babe Ruth, as told by the headlines of the day