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On this day in history, September 24, 1943, Babe Ruth plays his
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Babe Ruth visiting Yankee Stadium, June 13, 1948, two months
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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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Sold at Auction: Daily News Vol 30 No 48 BABE RUTH Obituary, 1948
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1948, BABE RUTH, "DIES", NY Daily Newspaper (Scarce
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The Babe Ruth Story (1948) - Turner Classic Movies
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Sold at Auction: Daily News Vol 30 No 48 BABE RUTH Obituary, 1948
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Babe Ruth's Final Public Appearance, 13 June 1948 - HistoryColored
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Meet the Boat-Loving Granny Who Was Buddies With Babe Ruth
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70 years after Babe Ruth's death, fans still flock to slugger's