eBay Listings - Timothy Hughes Rare & Early Newspapers

eBay Store Item # 370051217957 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: DAILY NEWS, New York, February 27, 1993. * 1st World Trade Center terrorist attacks * From the city where it happened This 32 page newspaper contains news of the day and interesting advertisements throughout including the following featured material: Reports on the 1993 World Trade Center Bombing which was the first act of terrorism against the buildings which failed. Nice to have from a New York paper. Nice condition.

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eBay Store Item # 320251361374 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1756. * French and Indian War original * Battle of Oswego * Louis-Joseph de Montcalm-Gozon, Marquis de Saint-Veran Content includes: "The French Account of the Taking of Oswego" which has over a full page of text with some great, detailed reporting of the battle. Historically very significant with a few points reading: * ...on the 14th a body of Canadeans and savages crossed the river...in order to invest & attack the fort on the side of the woods...this bold action...forced the enemy to hang out a white flag....By Virtue of the capitulation the garrison surrendered prisoners of war and the French immediately took possession of Oswego and fo... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320251361081 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: GENTLEMAN’S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1756. * French & Indian War * Crown Point, Albany NY * Shamokin PA - Susquehanna River In the “Historical Chronicle” is a lengthy letter from Philadelphia that says many provincial troops have assembled for the attack at Crown Point at Albany. There is also word that British troops “...with three independent companies, and the Jersey provincials, are destined for the campaign on...lake Ontario, and mostly marched for Oswego, thence to be carried over in 200 whale-boats....They are to attack Fort Frontenec...” The letter continues sating: “In this province 1500 men are new raised....400 of them are going t... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051214526 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, July 26, 1941. * Robert Moses 'Lefty' Grove * 300th game pitching victory * Boston Red Sox This 16 page newspaper two line, two column headline on the front page: * Grove Joins Baseball's Immortals, Winning 300th with subhead: "Lefty Reaches Goal as Red Sox Surge From Behind to Defeat Indians, 10-6" with photo. More in the sport's section. Nice to have from a city close to Boston. Unusual to have on the front page. Other news of the day throughout. Little margin wear, otherwise good. source: wikipedia: Robert Moses "Lefty" Grove (March 6, 1900 – May 22, 1975) was considered one of the greatest pitchers in Major League Basebal... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051214297 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: SUPPLEMENT TO THE DAILY ADVERTISER, (New York), Aug. 18, 1794. * 18th century original extra from NYC * re. John Jay The front page is filled with the "Continuation of European News..." plus more on the bkpg. as well. The back page notes the arrival in London of John Jay as the U.S. ambassador to England. A folio-size single sheet "extra" with a very wide left margin, a bit of foxing, generally in great condition.

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eBay Store Item # 370051213971 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, August 31, 1850 * Jenny Lind, the Swedish Nightngale * Kit Carson & the Indians in New Mexico : Taos Pg. 3 has over half a column headed: "Jenny Lind" which begins: "This day the Swedish Nightingale bids a temporary adieu to Europe, winging her way across the Atlantic to gladden the American heart by her matchless gift of song..." with much more (see photos for portions). Pg. 2 has an article: headed: "New Mexico--Letter from Santa Fe--Organization of the State Government for New Mexico" which takes over half a column and includes: "...The Indians still continued their depredations in all parts of New Mexico. They attacked the ranches of Kit Carson and M... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051213722 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Pennsylvania, May 28, 1864. * William T. Sherman - Atlanta Georgia GA - John S. Mosby Guerrillas and more * Original Civil War era complete issue on cotton & rag paper * The War Against Slavery, Abraham Lincoln's War, the 2nd War For Independence This 8 page issue is loaded with advertisements and Civil War reports throughout from the day it was first reported which includes the following headlines: * Sherman Flanks Altonna, Not Atlanta * Atlanta but Thirty Miles Distant * JOHNSTON SAID TO BE REINFORCING LEE * The Moseby on Another Raid * Citizens of Fredericksburg Held as Hostages and more. Binding slits along the spine with some foxing,... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051213456 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Pennsylvania, June 28, 1862. * Richmond Virginia VA - Fair Oak Swamp - Memphis Tennessee TN and more * Original Civil War era complete issue w/ MAP on cotton & rag paper * The War Against Slavery, Abraham Lincoln's War, the 2nd War For Independence This issue is loaded with advertisements and Civil War reports which includes the following LARGE FRONT PAGE map: * THE BESIEGED AND DOOMED CITY OF RICHMOND Headlines in this issue includes: * From The Army Before Richmond * Fight At Fair Oak Swamp * Great Bravery Of Hooker's Division * List Of Killed And Wounded * The Fight On The James River * Major-General Fremont Relieved of His... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320251358866 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: AMERICAN ADVERTISER, New York, March 2, 1801. * Uncommon title * Illustrated ship masthead Has all ads on the front page. Some news and more ads elsewhere. Has an engraving of a ship in the masthead. Somewhat of an uncommon title. Several ink notions in the upper left corner and in part of the masthead, some general wear, otherwise in good condition.

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eBay Store Item # 320251357080 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: COLDWATER SENTINEL from Coldwater, MI and dated February 28, 1844. * Uncommon title * pre civil war Michigan This 4 page newspaper has some minor foxing, otherwise in nice condition. Has news of the day and interesting advertisements which gives a good idea how life was back then. Great reading.

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eBay Store Item # 370051211128 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: OFFICIAL (BASEBALL) RECORD, New York, May 3, 1886 * Early Baseball newspaper * Portrait of Grace Pearce This is a volume two issue of a very rare & historically important baseball newspaper, the very first daily sports newspaper dedicated entirely to the national game of professional baseball. This title could well be the most important contemporary record of 19th century professional baseball. Although the masthead reads: "Official Record" the title at the top of pages 2, 3 & 4 reads: "Official Baseball Record". This issue has a terrific baseball-themed masthead, featuring two crossed bats (barrel handles with 3 painted stripes), a baseball, and a canvas base (see photo). Th... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320251356068 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE JASPER BANNER, Rensselaer, Indiana, May 24, 1855 * George Washington ceremonial sword * Ordinance for the governance of Rensselaer, Indiana The front page has half a column headed: "Interesting Relics to Virginia" with some nice talk on the inheritance of a sword to George Washington from Frederick the Great of Prussia, addressed: "From the oldest General in Europe to the greatest General in the World" with more on it being handed down thru this family (see) Also mention of other items. Page 3 has: "An Ordinance--Code of Ordinance for the government of the Town of Rensselaer..." taking well over a full column. Complete in 4 pgs., rejoined at the spine, very nice, clean conditio... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320251355722 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, October 1, 1831 * "Negro College" to be created in New Haven? * an anti-masonic convention This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia: "Niles edited and published the Weekly Register until 1836, making it into one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States and himself into one of the most influential journalists of his day. Devoted primarily to politics, Niles' Weekly Register is considered an important source for the history of the period." Within this issue is an interesting article headed: "Negro College" com... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051209608 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE INDIANAPOLIS TIMES, Indiana, Nov. 9, 1960. * John F. Kennedy JFK * Wins Presidential election * 1st report w/ photos A very nice two line headline reads: * JOHN KENNEDY WINS IN A PHOTO FINISH with a large photo of JFK with daughter Caroline plus two other photos of them as well (see). This is the complete 26 page issue which is in excellent condition, with essentially no wear.

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eBay Store Item # 370051209101 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: DAILY LOCAL NEWS, West Chester, Pennsylvania, November 29, 1876. * From the cowboy and Indians era This 4 page newspaper has news of the day with several interesting advertisements. Some of the one column headlines include: "General News" "Local News" and more. Interesting reading from this town close to Philadelphia. Nice condition.

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eBay Store Item # 370051208277 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: DESERET EVENING NEWS, Salt Lake City, Utah Territory, August 20, 1876. * Early Jesse James mention * Hobbs Kerry * Great illustrated circus advertisement This issue was published 20 years before Utah would become a state. The bottom of the front page has a rather small article headed: "Jesse James Speaks" which includes: * ...Kansas City, Mo., Times publishes a letter purporting to be from Jesse James, denying that he participated in the Otterville train robbery... with more (see). Rare to find mention of Jesse James from six years before his death. Half of the ftpg. is taken up with a very nice, illustrated advertisement for the "Cooper, Bailey & Co's. Great Interna... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051208109 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: BETHLEHEM DAILY TIMES, Pennsylvania, September 10, 1873. * Uncommon title Page 2 has: * Balloon Voyage which takes close to half a column. Also on pg. 2 is a one column illus.ad for: "John H. Murray's Great Railroad Circus". Other news of the day includes; "Fifty Dollars Stolen" "The New York Excursion" and more. A wealth of ads, many of which are illustrated. Four pages, very nice condition.

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eBay Store Item # 370051206986 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: EVENING POST, New York, June 10, 1833. * Chief Black Hawk * Sauk Indians * The Prophet Page 2 has the "parting address" of the President in which he chastises Black Hawk and his party stating, in part: * ...You have behaved...badly in raising the tomahawk against the white people..." & more, followed by a brief apologetic reply from "the Prophet". Other news of the day includes: "Fatal Accident" "Steam Boat Burnt" and more. 4 pages in good condition.

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eBay Store Item # 320251350925 An Act of Congress with the Script Signature of President John Adams... ABSOLUTELY GENUINE NEWSPAPER FROM 1799! NOT A REPRINT OR REPRODUCTION OF ANY KIND AN 18TH CENTURY JOHN ADAMS ORIGINAL Complete 4 page issue! Printed during the John Adams' administration. COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, October 30, 1799. The front page has a act of Congress under: "Laws of the United States" which includes: A Front Page Printing of Sections 16 through 26 of "An ACT for the better organizing of the Troops of the United States; and for other purpose, dated March 3, 1799, and is signed in script type: John Adams President of the United States which is followed by a Senate resolve and is also signed in script: John Adams President of the United States This is a rare chance to obtain an... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320251350085 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, November 10, 1821 * Andrew Jackson addresses the people of Florida: Florida government is established This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia: "Niles edited and published the Weekly Register until 1836, making it into one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States and himself into one of the most influential journalists of his day. Devoted primarily to politics, Niles' Weekly Register is considered an important source for the history of the period." Perhaps the best item in this issue is the report headed: "Gener... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051205264 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 22, 1816 * the "mark" of Napoleon on the front page * letter signed by Simon Bolivar This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia: "Niles edited and published the Weekly Register until 1836, making it into one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States and himself into one of the most influential journalists of his day. Devoted primarily to politics, Niles' Weekly Register is considered an important source for the history of the period." Perhaps the best content in this issue is the very unusual front page item heade... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051203826 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE NEW REPUBLIC, Westerville, Ohio Jan. 3, 1913. * Volume 1 Number 1 issue * Uncommon Pro prohibition issue * Anti alcohol This is the volume I, number 1 issue of this uncommon Prohibition title from a small town in central Ohio. As one might expect, has mostly prohibition-related content. Browned and pulpish at the edges causing various margin tears, some chipping and flaking, irregular at the spine. Folio-size, 4 pgs.

Starting Price: $45.00

eBay Store Item # 320251347215 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Springfield, Massachusetts MA, July 11, 1876. * re. Custer Massacre * U.S. Army strength Page 4 has: * The Indian War * From The Political Standpoint * Both Parties Trying to Make Political Capital Out Of It The report states, in part that: "...some allusion to the Custer disaster is made in almost every debate...". Other news of the day includes: "The Hamburg (s.c.) Riot" "The Belknap Trial" "Steamboat Disaster" and more. 8 pages in good condition.

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eBay Store Item # 370051203113 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: CONCORD HERALD, Concord, N.H., May 16, 1793. * Uncommon italic signature of George Washington * Rare title - Concord New Hampshire The front page has "A Proclamation" warning the citizens of the U.S. that any involvement in the war in Europe violates "the law of nations", signed in italics: Go. Washington, and in type: TH: Jefferson. Other news of the day throughout with a few ads. Also two small engravings within the masthead. Stray writing above the masthead, bit of lite fold rubbing in unrelated content, otherwise in nice condition.

Starting Price: $130.00

eBay Store Item # 320251346671 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, August, 1777. * Capture of Fort Ticonderoga * General Burgoyne * George Washington Inside has an exchange of letters between Col. Walcott, Gen. Washington & Gen. Howe concerning the exchange of prisoners with each of the respective letters signed in type by its author. The series of letters is followed by: "General Burgoyne's Proclamation" which says, in part: "The cause in which the British arms are thus exerted applies to the most affecting interests of the human heart; and the military servants of the crown..." Near the end is a lengthy letter from Gen. Burgoyne being an "Account of the Taking of Ticonderoga." The letter begins: "I have the honor to... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320251346437 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE TIMES PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, April 17, 1940. * Bob Feller * Opening day no hitter pitched * Cleveland Indians This 30 page newspaper has a nice banner headline on page15 (sport's section): * Feller Hurls No-Run, No-Hit Game for Indians Against White Sox, 1-0 with subhead: "Mack's Great Play In Ninth Helps Bobby To Achieve Mighty Feat". Also a nice two column photo of the young Bob Feller. Other news of the day throughout. Some spine wear with little browning at the center crease, otherwise good. source: wikipedia: Robert William Andrew "Bob" Feller (born November 3, 1918 in Van Meter, Iowa), nicknamed the "Heater from Van Meter" and "Rapid Robert", is an A... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320251346200 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE SPORTING MAGAZINE, London, November, 1794 * fox hunting print, plus another as well * focused on hunting, horse racing, other sports The subtitle to this rare magazine is: "Monthly Calendar Of the Transactions of the Turf, the Chase, and Every other Diversion Interesting to the Man of Pleasure, Enterprize, and Spirit" As this title would suggest, this magazine is focused primarily on horse racing and fox hunting, with other sporting items as well. Among the articles noted in the Table of Contents are: "The Progress of Fox Hunting" "A Treatise on Farriery" "The Old Man & His Dog" "On Gaming" "On the Intelligence of Dogs" "Curious Account of a Horse Race at Florence" "Sporti... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320251345624 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, September 5, 1925. * USS Shenandoah (ZR-1) disaster * United States Navy airship This 16 page newspaper has a nice three line, five column headline on the front page: * SHENANDOAH'S STOLEN BAROGRAPH AND RECORDS FOUND; VANDALS HAD TAKEN THEM FROM AIRSHIP WRECK with many subheads and related photos Other news of the day throughout. A few small holes along the spine, otherwise in nice condition. source: wikipedia: On 2 September 1925, Shenandoah departed Lakehurst on a promotional flight to the Midwest which would include flyovers of 40 cities and visits to state fairs. Testing of a new mooring mast at Dearborn, Michigan was included in the sc... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051200827 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: GENTLEMAN' MAGAZINE, London, July, 1780. * Surrender of Charleston SC * Waxhaw South Carolina massacre * Revolutionary War original from the enemy Inside has a letter from Gen. Clinton providing additional details about the situation in South Carolina following the surrender of "Charles-Town". In his letter he describes the results of the various missions in this campaign, with specific references to the successes of Lord Cornwallis, the letter is signed in type: H. Clinton. There is also a "more particular report" about the engagement at Waxhaw, South Carolina, from the leader of the British forces stating in part: * ...at Wacsaw [sic]...the rebel force commanded by Col. Buf... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051198518 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT & STATE GAZETTE, Concord NH, May 2, 1820. * President James Monroe acts * Early 19th century original The front page has 3 "Acts" each signed in type: James Monroe. One of the acts provided "...appropriations for the Military Service..." & another "...appropriations for the support of the Navy..." Other news of the day and advertisements. Irregular at the spine, otherwise in good condition.

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eBay Store Item # 370051198183 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: BOSTON PATRIOT, Massachusetts, August 30, 1809. * Dueling * Early 19th century original On the front page under "Anti-Duelling Association" is the pledge of the "Anti-Duelling Association" of New York to suppress the practice of duelling, plus the resolves passed by the association. There is also a lengthy address "To The Electors Of The State Of New-York" about the "crime of duelling". Other news of the day includes: "Bank Bills" "Coasting Craft" and more with several ads.

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eBay Store Item # 320251339545 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1780. * Battle of Camden South Carolina SC * Revolutionary War original from the enemy * Lord Cornwallis Inside has a lengthy letter from Lord Cornwallis to Lord Germain about the battle of Camden, S.C., which begins: * It is with great pleasure that I communicate to your lordship an account of the...victory obtained on the 16th inst. by his Majesty's troops under my command over the rebels of the southern army, commanded by General Gates Takes two pages, signed in type: Cornwallis. There is much war content in the "American Affairs" section, with one report mentioning: "On the 21st of July this little handful of men were attacked by a... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370051195318 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: AURORA GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania PA, April 9, 1798. * Uncommon title * 18th century original * United States debt (chart) Taking most of the first column on page 2 is a * ...document exhibiting the state of debt of the United States on the 1st of January 1805... received from Washington Other news of the day with several advertisements. Archival mends to a few minor tears.

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eBay Store Item # 320251337446 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Massachusetts, February 13, 1805. * Thomas Jefferson * United States Navy * U.S. Capital construction On the front page under "Laws of the United States" is: * An Act Making appropriations for the support of the Navy of the United States, during the year 1805... plus: "An Act Making an appropriation for completing the South Wing of the Capitol...", each signed in type: TH: Jefferson. Other news of the day with several advertisements in some illustrated ship ads. Stray writing above the masthead. Small hole in unrelated content, some foxing. Untrimmed.

Starting Price: $34.00

eBay Store Item # 320251336430 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: UNITED STATES TELEGRAPH, Washington, Nov. 20, 1831. * Confessions of Nat Turner * Slave insurrection fame Page 3 has an ad stating that a business has for sale, "The Confession's of Nat Turner". Turner was the leader of the famous slave insurrection in Virginia that occurred in September of 1831. Describes the "Confessions" as those "voluntarily" made by Turner while "...in prison...and acknowledged by him to be such, when read before the court of Southampton, with the certificate, under the seal of the court." Mentions that there is also an account of the "whole Insurrection". Uncommon to have an ad for this famous book. News of the day with other ads throughout. 4 pages i... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370050496872 Complete, GENUINE newspaper with reports on the GREAT PLAGUE of England. THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, August 2-6, 1666 World history notes that 1666 was perhaps the most "dismal" year of the 17th century, as the Great Plague ravaged England & other portions of Europe but most notably the crowded city of London where it is estimated up to 100,000 people succumbed to the plague, about 20% of the city's population. But many other cities of England suffered its ravages as well. The disease was historically identified as bubonic plague. Additionally the Great Fire of London happened in 1666, in fact less than a month after the date of this newspaper. Only two newspapers in England were published at the time of the Great Plague, the most notable being the famous THE LONDON GAZETTE, wh... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370050374739 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 30, 1781. * Removing Charleston SC residents to St. Augustine FL * Revolutionary War original from the enemy Page 2 has a report which includes in part: * ...from America we learn that a great number of the inhabitants of Charlestown who were taken prisoners on its surrender to the King's army...have been removed by order of Lord Cornwallis to St. Augustine... with more, and justifying why it was necessary for them to be removed (see for full text). The balance of the issue is mostly European reports and various ads. Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed, great condition.

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eBay Store Item # 370050373573 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: PROVIDENCE GAZETTE & COUNTRY JOURNAL, Providence, Rhode Island, January 12, 1793. * Henry Laurens & Arthur Lee deaths * 18th century Providence RI * Rare title Page 3 obituaries include: " * In South Carolina, The Hon. Henry Laurens, Esq. formerly President of Congress." and: "In Virginia, after a short Illness, Arthur Lee, Esquire News of the day with some ads. Inside has four inked arrows, some corner loss & general wear, several archival mends, small hole in the first leaf, foxing.

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eBay Store Item # 370050370797 Best Newspaper to be had on the Death of Beatle Legend John Lennon. Complete, GENUINE newspaper from John's hometown of Liverpool, England. First report of his death : local Liverpool reaction This is the complete, genuine issue of the newspaper titled the LIVERPOOL ECHO from Liverpool, England, dated December 9, 1980. Few could argue for a more desirable and scarce newspaper on the death of John Lennon than this, his hometown newspaper. To anyone who grew up on the 1960's the death of Beatle John Lennon was a tragic event and the end of an era. Reports of his death are desired by collectors of many interests and are more rare than assassination reports of J.F.K. Here is an unusual opportunity for the report of his death in a Liverpool newspaper with the large headline: ... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320250157369 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, June 12, 1869 * Early bicycle print : Velocipede * Bicycle print of "Price's Improved Bicycle" The front page has a very nice & curious print captioned: "Sturdy and Young's Circular Velocipede." with a related front page article titled: "Improved Combination Pleasure Velocipede" (see photos). An inside page also has a print of: "Price's Improved Bicycle" with a related article as well (see photos). The balance of this 16 page issue is filled with various other scientific inventions and improvements, a few of which have illustrations. A complete issue, measures about 11 1/2 by 17 inches, in nice condition except for a little foxing. A great iss... See More

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eBay Store Item # 320249782519 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: PRAVDA, Moscow, Russia, August 23, 1991. * Soviet or Russian coup ends * August Putsch * Mikhail Gorbachev * Boris Yeltsin This 6 page newspaper is in the Russian langauge and is a very historic issue. This is the 'end of the coup' issue which also has a nice front page photo of Gorbachev and Boris Yeltsin. Very rare to have this from the Russian Capital. Very nice condition. source: wikipedia: During the 1991 Soviet coup d'état attempt (August 19-August 21, 1991), also known as the August Putsch or August Coup, a group of members of the Soviet Union's government briefly deposed Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev and attempted to take control of the country. The coup lea... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370050030829 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: BOSTON COMMERCIAL GAZETTE, April 2, 1827. * Early Judaica population * Jewish - Jews A front page report about Jewish people says, in part: * We find the Jewish Nation scattered over all parts of the world. No where do they form an independent people....At present...they amount to about 3,200,000 souls...distributed in the following manner... Hereafter is a list of regions and countries in Europe and their Jewish population numbers. Also population numbers for Russia, Turkey, Asia, Africa, America & the West Indies. Also mentions countries without any Jewish folks, plus the countries where they "...enjoy all the rights of citizens, without however being eligible to places of pu... See More

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eBay Store Item # 370050029159 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford Connecticut, January 19, 1803. * Early 19th century original reading * Hartford CT A page 3 business ad for "Mantua-Making" says that * ...Mrs. Dwight...informs...the public...that she continues the business of Mantua-Making in its various branches... A mantua was a loose gown or cloak worn by women during this period. News of the day includes: "President's Message" "Congress of the United States" and more with other ads.

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eBay Store Item # 370050027825 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: HARRISBURG TELEGRAPH, Pennsylvania, April 14, 1882 * Mormon missionaries span the United States & world The top of the front page has a report with heads: "MORMON MISSIONARIES" "Starting For Their Assigned Fields of Labor" "Three of Them Go to Minnesota--Others to Go to Points in the South and East of the United States--Twenty-Two to Go to England--Many More Soon to Follow Them" with the full report from "Sioux City" seen in the photos below. An early report on Mormon missionaries. Complete in 4 pages, folio size, rejoined at the spine, very nice & clean condition.

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eBay Store Item # 370049622454 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: BALANCE, & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, May 25, 1802. * Treaty of Amiens * Early 19th century original * Thomas Jefferson On an inside page under "Definitive Treaty" is a "Treaty of Peace" involving France, Spain, the Netherlands and Great Britain. Concludes on another page, signed in type: Bonaparte, Cornwallis & others. A famous & important treaty that supposedly ended hostilities among the mentioned countries, and relieved American shipping of trade restraints. Also a message from President Thomas Jefferson signed in type. Other news as well. Quarto-size, 8 pgs., some foxing, otherwise in nice condition.

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eBay Store Item # 370049621972 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 11, 1924. * Leopold & Loeb sentence to life in prison * Bobby Franks murder * Thrill Kill case This 48 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: * FRANKS SLAYERS GET LIFE IMPRISONMENT; YOUTH AVERTS NOOSE * Warns Against Parole * They Go To Joliet Today and more. Continues inside. Other news of the day throughout. Usual browning with some margin wear. Slightly pulpish and should be handled with care. source: wikipedia: Nathan Freudenthal Leopold, Jr. (November 19, 1904 – August 29, 1971) and Richard A. Loeb (June 11, 1905 – January 28, 1936), more commonly known as Leopold and Loeb, were two wealthy Unive... See More

Starting Price: $40.00

eBay Store Item # 370049621714 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 12, 1923. * Babe Ruth 2 home runs * 1923 World Series game * New York Yankees * Front page report in a New York title This 36 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: * RUTH'S TWO HOMERS WIN FOR YANKS, 4-2, AND TIE THE SERIES * Crashes Out His Drives in Successive Innings, Setting Record for Baseball Classic * Puts New Life In Team * Pennock Holds Champions and more. Much more in the sport's section. (see photos) Other news of the day throuhgout. Usual browning with some margin wear and chipping but no text loss. Slightly pulpish and should be handled with care.

Starting Price: $70.00

eBay Store Item # 370049620716 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 26, 1920. * Woman's Suffrage about to be ratified (this day) * 19th Amendment adoption This 32 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that include: * COURT REFUSES TO DELAY SUFFRAGE * Move to Prevent Issuance of Proclamation by Secretary Colby Fails * Opponents Will Rush Appeal to Upset Tennessee's Ratification and more. Other news of the day throughout. Slight browning with some margin wear, otherwise in good condition.

Starting Price: $30.00

eBay Store Item # 320249271448 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: CAMPANA, New York City, July, 1953 * Greek newspaper published in New York City : Greece This is a very curious newspaper printed almost entirely in the Greek language, using the Greek alphabet. Some of the ads are in both Greek and English. The masthead on pg. 3 notes: "Campana, Independent Greek-American Review, published monthly, Campana Publishing Col...." with a few other details (see photos). Complete in 8 pages, a bit of minor rubbing and edge wear, generally in nice condition. Measures about 12 by 17 1/2 inches.

Starting Price: $15.00

eBay Store Item # 370049619120 Here is a complete, genuine historic newspaper with the following title, date and description: THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 25, 1781. * Lord Cornwallis in Virginia * Revolutionary War original from the enemy An inside page has a report from "America" & from the newspaper: "The Royal Gazette Extraordinary" out of New York, which gives a report of the operations of General Cornwallis (see for full text). Portions include: * His Lordship after passing James River...moved to Hanover Court House...the Marquis de la Fayette keeping about 20 miles distant from him...His Lordship then moved by Richmond & arrived at Williamsburg on the 25th of June...His Lordship...marched on the 4th instant to a camp near James Town...on the 6th information was brought ...of the approach of th... See More

Starting Price: $57.00

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