This official First Day Cover bears the 13¢ U.S. stamp honoring Adolph S. Ochs, issued September 18, 1976, in New York, NY, to mark the 125th anniversary of The New York Times.
Ochs purchased the struggling Times in 1896 and transformed it into one of America’s most respected newspapers through his commitment to objective reporting, clear writing, and comprehensive coverage. His leadership established journalistic standards that influenced the modern American press.
The cachet artwork depicts Ochs against a stylized New York skyline and highlights his role in introducing high journalistic practices reflecting honesty and completeness in reporting.
A fine addition for collectors of U.S. journalism, publishing, or 1970s commemoratives, this clean cover displays the stamp and postmark clearly and makes an attractive display piece or topical gift.
