First edition. Original color illustrated paper wrappers depicting image of the statue of liberty and an Israeli man standing against a roman numeral ‘2’ labeled Israel. 4to, 16 pages; 31cm. Large, dramatic, magazine-size program from the first annual Z. O. A. Pageant held in Madison Square Garden on May 11, 1950. Ed Sullivan was the Master of Ceremonies of the pageant, and the program personalities included several famous artists with photographs such as Metropolitan Opera singer, Richard Tucker, and actor Jacob Ben Ami. Includes several articles written by high level Israeli officials with stunning photographs. SUBJECT (S) : Israel, Zionism. OCLC lists two holdings worldwide (Spertus & YIVO) . Minimal wear and staining. About very good + condition. (zion-11-5A)