1958 Press Photo Camers at St peters for election of new Pope

The new Pope is elected. Cameras before St. Peter's.: Cardinal Roncalli, Patriarch of Venice was yesterday elected as Pope John 23rd. He is 77. Photo shows the scene before the basilica of St. Peter's - Rome yesterday - as pressmen - newarsel men etc. prepared for the first appearance of the new Pope on the basilica.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches.

Photo is dated 10-10-1958.



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