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Watches made in 1833.....
Item #222081
January 08, 1833
EVENING POST, N.Y., Jan. 8, 1833.
* Swiss watches and more
* Early 19th century original reading
Page 2 has an item that says:
* It is estimated that 150,000 watches are annually made in France, and about 200,000 are finished only, the movements of which are made in Switzerland, chiefly of gold, and 350,000 clocks, in bronze, gilt, or alabaster cases.
Other news of the day in
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* Swiss watches and more
* Early 19th century original reading
Page 2 has an item that says:
* It is estimated that 150,000 watches are annually made in France, and about 200,000 are finished only, the movements of which are made in Switzerland, chiefly of gold, and 350,000 clocks, in bronze, gilt, or alabaster cases.
Other news of the day in
The Nullification Crisis: Andrew Jackson's response...
Item #672198
January 19, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Jan. 19, 1833
* Nullification Crisis w/ Andrew Jackson
On November 26, 1832, South Carolina passed The Ordinance of Nullification which declared the Tariff of 1828 and 1832 null and void within its borders.
This issue contains President Andrew Jackson's message of January 16, 1833 in which he threatened to send in federal troops to enfo... See More
Did Cherokees commit the murder?
Item #668143
February 16, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 16, 1833 The front page has a report concerning a murder in Georgia thought to have been committed by a Cherokee: "The Cherokee Phoenix takes exception...an account of alleged murder of whites by certain Cherokees. We are against all sorts of murder or manslaughter, and must condemn it under whatever color it comes. We are glad to be assure... See More
Inauguration & inaugural address of President Andrew Jackson...
Item #672197
March 09, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 9, 1833
* General President Andrew Jackson
* Inauguration - inaugural address
Certainly the best content in this issue is the inside page account of: "The Inauguration" which is followed by the: "Inaugural Address Of The President Of the United States, Fourth of March, 1833" which takes over half a page This was the inau... See More
The Tariff Bill of 1833... Jackson's Force Bill...
Item #620151
March 16, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 16, 1833 Among the articles is: "The New Tariff Law" which is discussion of it taking 2 pages, with several reports, and includes: "...The great objects are to abolish the protective policy, and to reduce the revenue to the legitimate wants of the government. Both of these objects will be accomplished by this measure..." and al... See More
Andrew Jackson...
Item #545615
March 19, 1833
EVENING POST, New York City, New York, March 19, 1833
* Andrew Jackson...
* re: invitation to visit Hartford, Connecticut...
Page 2 has a reply from the President concerning an invitation from the citizens of Hartford, stating he would visit there soon when his schedule would permit, signed in type: Andrew Jackson.
Other news of the day with ads. 4 pages in nice condition.... See More
The Force Bill and the Tariff Act...
Item #668150
March 28, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 28, 1833 Page 3 has a report from the British Parliament where: "...the topic of Negro Slavery was introduced" with text on the discussion.
The back page has 3 Acts of Congress recently passed, one being the Force Bill which authorized the president to use whatever force he deemed necessary to enforce federal tariffs.
Also printed h... See More
Travel on the Great Lakes....
Item #219382
April 01, 1833
EVENING POST, April 1, 1833.
* Great Lakes Travel
* Michilimackinac, Michigan
* Great Lakes Travel
* Michilimackinac, Michigan
Pg. 2 has a report about the New York Fur Company stating in part that: ...110 men proceeded by Lakes Ontario, Erie and Huron; 50 of whom are to remain at Michilimackinack, on the last lake mentioned. The remaining 60 to proceed by Lake Michigan to Green Bay... and more about their itinerary that would go
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Treasury Building destroyed by fire: reports & an investigation...
Item #668152
April 16, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 16, 1833
* Treasury Building (Washington, D.C.)
* Arson fire disaster
Most of page 2 and even a vbit of page 3 are taken up with a wealth of reporting and details on this burning of the Treasury Building. Included is: "Note of the President Directing an Investigation in Relation to the Fire" signed in type: Andrew Jackson.
The... See More
Schenectady and Utica railroad company in 1833...
Item #219477
April 27, 1833
NEW-YORK EVENING POST, April 27, 1833.
* Schenectady and Utica Railroad Company est.
A page 2 report begins: It will be a matter of public congratulations that the senate...passed the bill from the house to incorporate the Schenectady and Utica railroad company, by a unanimous vote. A few other details as well. Other news of the day includes: "Stage Robbery" "importation and Com
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* Schenectady and Utica Railroad Company est.
A page 2 report begins: It will be a matter of public congratulations that the senate...passed the bill from the house to incorporate the Schenectady and Utica railroad company, by a unanimous vote. A few other details as well. Other news of the day includes: "Stage Robbery" "importation and Com
Capital Building in 1833...
Item #219927
April 29, 1833
EVENING POST, N.Y., April 29, 1833.
* Capital Building renovations being made
* Washington D.C.
Page 2 has a report about a material alteration to the House of Representatives. Says the floor is to be raised ...to a level with the logea [sic], behind the Speakers Chair, and to descend towards the present principal entrance; the Speakers Chair is to be placed near the main door,
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* Capital Building renovations being made
* Washington D.C.
Page 2 has a report about a material alteration to the House of Representatives. Says the floor is to be raised ...to a level with the logea [sic], behind the Speakers Chair, and to descend towards the present principal entrance; the Speakers Chair is to be placed near the main door,
Much on the surrendered chief Black Hawk...
Item #668155
April 30, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 30, 1833
* Chief Black Hawk surrender
* Sauk Indians
* The Prophet
The top of the ftpg. has: "Black Hawk At the Palace" which begins: "Black Hawk and his son, the Prophet and his son, and the other Indian hostages surrendered under the late treaty, waited on the President yesterday to receive his orders. The Preside... See More
GROWTH & EXPANSION... Cincinnati, Ohio...
Item #541249
May 03, 1833
EVENING POST, New York City, New York, May 3, 1833
* Early Cincinnati, Ohio population...
* Progress of the West...
Page 2 has a report: "Progress Of The West.--The section of land on which Cincinnati is laid out, was bought for forty-nine dollars worth of land warrants! This was in December, 1788. Its population in 1795, was 500; in 1813, 4000; now in 1832... See More
Black Hawk's situation...
Item #668156
May 07, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 7, 1833
* Chief Black Hawk
* Sauk Indians
* The Prophet
The top of the front page has more than half a column headed: "Black Hawk And His Companions" provides much detail on the situation.
Page 2 has three-quarters of a column headed: "A Day Among The Creeks" which has some fascinating content.
Four pages, a front pa... See More
Discover of lead near the Platte River...
Item #541513
May 14, 1833
EVENING POST, New York City, New York, May 14, 1833
* Mississippi River
* Missouri Territory
* Van Buren, Missouri
A page 2 report states that: "...new...discoveries of lead ore have been made upon the east bank of the Mississippi, between the Platte and Grand Rivers, in Iowa County, M.T." Says the ore is of the "best quality" and that 400,000 pounds of lead ore have b... See More
Jefferson Davis receives an army promotion...
Item #588532
May 25, 1833
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, May 25, 1833 An inside page has nearly a full page list of promotions in the army, among which, under "Regiment of dragoons" is: "2d lieut. Jefferson Davis, of the 1st regiment of infantry, to be 2d lieutenant, 4th March, 1833." Less than 30 years later Jefferson Davis would be President of the break-away Confederate Stat... See More
Item #668160
May 28, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 28, 1833 One-third of the front page is taken up with the historic treaty of commerce and navigation with Russia, containing all 13 Articles and appropriate signatures in type, including: Andrew Jackson as President.
The back page begins with: "A New Plan For the Public Buildings In Washington" which has considerable detail, taking mos... See More
Early comic, satire newspaper...
Item #657508
June 15, 1833
FIGARO IN LONDON, London, June 15, 1833 An English comic newspaper of the early 19th century, founded in 1831 and running for almost 8 years. It was the forerunner for the much more popular "Punch" magazine. There is a nice comic illustration in the masthead and 2 more also on the front page. (see)
Four pages, 8 3/4 by 11 inches, a little light foxing, nice condition.
Abolishment of slavery, and the backlash from Jamaica...
Item #667090
June 15, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 15, 1833 has over half a page headed: "Slavery in the British West Indies" which reports on the: "...deputation in favor off the immediate emancipation of negro slavery within the British dominions..." which includes the full text on the 5 "Resolutions", signed in type by: Samuel Gurney as the chairman. The same page h... See More
Andrew Jackson New York City visit...
Item #553006
June 18, 1833
EVENING POST, New York, NY, June 18, 1833
* Andrew Jackson New York City visit
* 19th century original reading
On page 2 under "Progress of the President" is a detailed report about Andrew Jackson's visit to New York City. Parts of the report describe his appearance and more.
Other news of the day throughout.
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Early railroad report... The "Pennsylvania"...
Item #672072
June 22, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 22, 1833 A report inside begins: "A New Locomotive Engine, constructed by Mr. R. L. Stevens, was lately placed on the Camden and Amboy railroad, and works beautifully." Some details about the speed, plus mention that: "The capacity to generate steam has, also, been much improved...and it is hoped that anthracite coal may be used..
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Washington Irving hurt in Accident...
Item #219728
July 02, 1833
EVENING POST, N.Y., July 2, 1833.
* Washington Irving hurt in wagon accident
Page 2 has a report stating that Mr. Washington Irving was hurt when the one-horse wagon he was operating ...down a steep and rocky hill in West Chester... overturned after the horse became frightened. Both Irving and a nephew were thrown to the ground and both laid unconscious for some time until they wer
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* Washington Irving hurt in wagon accident
Page 2 has a report stating that Mr. Washington Irving was hurt when the one-horse wagon he was operating ...down a steep and rocky hill in West Chester... overturned after the horse became frightened. Both Irving and a nephew were thrown to the ground and both laid unconscious for some time until they wer
Texas to be a State?
Item #222281
July 05, 1833
EVENING POST, N.Y., July 5, 1833.
* Texas to be a State ?
* Santa Anna
* Quapaw Indians
A page 2 report from Texas states in part that "...one of the Commissioners had returned from the city of Mexico, with the most friendly assurances from President Santa Anna, that Texas will become a State of the Union.... ".
Also has a detailed letter from the Sub-Agent for t
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* Texas to be a State ?
* Santa Anna
* Quapaw Indians
A page 2 report from Texas states in part that "...one of the Commissioners had returned from the city of Mexico, with the most friendly assurances from President Santa Anna, that Texas will become a State of the Union.... ".
Also has a detailed letter from the Sub-Agent for t
Flathead Indians poem in 1833...
Item #217632
August 02, 1833
CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE AND JOURNAL AND ZIONS HERALD, New York, Aug. 2, 1833.
* Flathead Indians poem
The back page has a poem: "The Flat-Head Indians". By Miss E. Powers. Other topic of the day. Some fold foxing, otherwise in nice condition. 4 pages.
* Flathead Indians poem
The back page has a poem: "The Flat-Head Indians". By Miss E. Powers. Other topic of the day. Some fold foxing, otherwise in nice condition. 4 pages.
Mordecai Noah is cross-examined... Location of naval ships...
Item #657114
August 07, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 1832 The front page has: "Examination of M.M. Noah" being Mordecai Manuel Noah, the first American born Jew to reach national prominence. This unusual article concerns questioning about his disembarking a boat at Somerset, Mass.
Page 2 has: "Naval--Official" being a list of "notices" of various assignments... See More
Coffee, slaves, coins produced at the Mint...
Item #656650
August 10, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Aug. 10, 1833 Among the articles within: "The Indian Character" "Emigration To Canada"; a full page on: "Product & Consumption of Coffee" and a detailed account from the: "Mint of the United States" with charts of the number of each quotes produced, etc.; "Harbors on Lake Erie" and "Slaves... See More
Famous sculptor dies... did reliefs in Capitol building....
Item #541330
September 14, 1833
EVENING POST, New York, September 14, 1833.
* Italian sculptor Enrico Causici death
* 19th century original
On page 2 under "Obituary" is a report stating that the famous sculpture Enrico Causici died at Havana from the Asiatic cholera. Describes him as the "...most successful pupil of the renowned Canova..." and says in part that he "...executed the two basso reli... See More
Anthracite Coal mine discovery in 1833....
Item #219424
September 19, 1833
EVENING POST, N.Y., Sept. 19, 1833.
* Anthracite Coal discovered in Virginia
A page 3 report begins: A mine of Anthracite Coal of a very superior quality, has lately been discovered in the western section of Berkeley county, Virginia. A bit more about the quality, and the potential size of this deposit. "The Next President" "From The Pacific" and more. 4 pages in good condition.
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* Anthracite Coal discovered in Virginia
A page 3 report begins: A mine of Anthracite Coal of a very superior quality, has lately been discovered in the western section of Berkeley county, Virginia. A bit more about the quality, and the potential size of this deposit. "The Next President" "From The Pacific" and more. 4 pages in good condition.
Early Michigan Census in 1833...
Item #219632
September 20, 1833
EVENING POST, N.Y., Sept. 20, 1833.
* Early Michigan census population
A page 2 report says that the population in Michigan increased by 10,000 during the present season due to emigration. States that the area is rapidly developing in other respects like the cultivation of wheat, along with internal improvements, plus mention ...that territories... covered with dense forests during
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* Early Michigan census population
A page 2 report says that the population in Michigan increased by 10,000 during the present season due to emigration. States that the area is rapidly developing in other respects like the cultivation of wheat, along with internal improvements, plus mention ...that territories... covered with dense forests during
The will of Stephen Girard...
Item #681484
October 19, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER Baltimore, Oct. 19, 1833 Among the many articles are: "Festival of Vine Dressers" "Steamboat Disasters" "Lander's Second Voyage Up the Niger"; a report from a famous Indian language newspaper: "From the Cherokee Phoenix" "Stephen Girard's Will" which takes almost 4 pages.
Girard personally saved... See More
Early Toledo...
Item #541667
October 26, 1833
EVENING POST, New York, October 26, 1833
* Early Toledo Ohio
* Fort Wayne Indiana
Page 2 has report:
* "Valley Of The Maumee.-- We are informed that the number of emigrants who have settled on the rich lands along the Maumee river...is unprecedentedly great.
We learn by a gentlemen from Vistula, M.T. (a town near the mouth of the Maumee) that the Buffalo and Detroit steamboats... See More
Remains of Stephen Girard to be transferred...
Item #541764
October 29, 1833
EVENING POST, New York City, Oct. 29, 1833
* Stephen Girard remains moved
* Girard College founded
A page 2 report from Philadelphia says:
* "A resolution was adopted by both Councils...instructing the building committee of the Girard College, to cause a vault to be constructed on the premises of that edifice...for the reception of the remains of Stephen Girard; and furthermore, t... See More
Skowhegan, Maine toll bridge receipt, 1835...
Item #221199
November 07, 1833
Here is a very early toll bridge receipt for the Skowhegan Bridge, dated at Bloomfield, (Maine), Nov. 7, 1833. The receipt is part-printed and reads: "For value received, I promise the Proprietors Of Skowhegan Bridge to pay them or order one dollar. If not paid by the last day of September next, interest after. And conform to their regulations." It is signed by Edmond Mirow with "his mark" whi... See More
Princeton College in 1833....
Item #219375
November 16, 1833
EVENING POST, N.Y., Nov. 16, 1833.
* Andrew Jackson
* Princeton university
An item on page 2 says: President Jackson has presented to Princeton College, for its museum, a collection of insects from South America, which is...very valuable, and as adding considerably to the interest of the entomological department. Other news of the day includes: "Italian Opera" "Latest From M
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* Andrew Jackson
* Princeton university
An item on page 2 says: President Jackson has presented to Princeton College, for its museum, a collection of insects from South America, which is...very valuable, and as adding considerably to the interest of the entomological department. Other news of the day includes: "Italian Opera" "Latest From M
Captain Ford... United States Dragoons...
Item #541332
November 18, 1833
EVENING POST, New York, November 18, 1833
* Captain Lemuel Ford
* United States Dragoons of Indiana
* Rocky Mountains expedition
A page 2 report from "Fort Wayne (Ind.)" says that Captain Ford was appointed Captain of the "U. States Dragoons" and directed to raise a company of 70 men in Indiana. Mentions that "next summer" the regiment will be sent on an expl... See More
Item #150308
November 30, 1833
THE PENNY MAGAZINE, London, Nov. 30, 1833 A quarto-size publication, the ftpg. has a halfpg. illustration: "Central Nave of St. Peter's" in Rome. Small stain in the outer margin, o/w good.
New York & Pennsylvania Canals...
Item #665336
December 28, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 28, 1833 Featured is report on the Pennsylvania and New York canals. Additional articles include reports on an anti-slavery convention, banking, the Department of Navy, and more.
Sixteen pages, 5 1/2 by 8 1/2 inches, nice condition.
As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United ... See More
Exploring the influence of war on domestic Life...
Item #153036
ADVOCATE OF PEACE, (Hartford, Connecticut), 1834. An interesting magazine which has war as its theme, and the value of peace as opposed to war. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Forty-six pages measuring 9"x6", disbound without outer wrappers.
Magazine in the Welsh language...
Item #220265
SEREN GOMER, Argraffwyr, Wales, (1834).
* Scarce Wales - Welsh periodical
A quite uncommon magazine from Wales, totally in the Welsh language. Although commonly spoken in the 19th century, its use had diminished in the 20th century. Efforts are being made to bring it back today. Here is a rare opportunity for an issue of this 32 page periodical, printed totally in Welsh. There is no year i
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* Scarce Wales - Welsh periodical
A quite uncommon magazine from Wales, totally in the Welsh language. Although commonly spoken in the 19th century, its use had diminished in the 20th century. Efforts are being made to bring it back today. Here is a rare opportunity for an issue of this 32 page periodical, printed totally in Welsh. There is no year i
America's first penny newspaper...
Item #552775
THE SUN, New York, 1834 This title was the first penny newspaper in the country. The masthead contains a nice woodcut image. Has various bits of news along with the pg. 2 “Police Office” reports which are interesting to read. Quarto-size, 4 pages, occasional foxing, but otherwise nice.
Check from Cooperstown, 1834...
Item #583773
This is a genuine check written on the "Otsego County Bank" of Cooperstown, New York dated 1834. Included is the amount in the lower left corner with a signature in the lower right. There is a nice engraving of an eagle with an olive branch in its beak (see images).An early financial item & great to have from this town famous as the home of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Measures 2 3... See More
Magazine in the Welsh language...
Item #596384
SEREN GOMER, Argraffwyr, Wales, (1834). A quite uncommon magazine from Wales, totally in the Welsh language. Although commonly spoken in the 19th century, its use had diminished in the 20th century. Efforts are being made to bring it back today. Here is a rare opportunity for an issue of this 32 page periodical, printed totally in Welsh. There is no year in the masthead however a subtitle at th
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Magazine in the Welsh language...
Item #600987
SEREN GOMER, Argraffwyr, Wales, (1834). A quite uncommon magazine from Wales, totally in the Welsh language. Although commonly spoken in the 19th century, its use had diminished in the 20th century. Efforts are being made to bring it back today. Here is a rare opportunity for an issue of this 32 page periodical, printed totally in Welsh. There is no year in the masthead however a photocopy of t
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Check from Cooperstown, 1834...
Item #601724
This is a genuine check written on the "Otsego County Bank" of Cooperstown, New York dated 1834. Included is the amount in the lower left corner with a signature in the lower right. There is a nice engraving of an eagle with an olive branch in its beak (see).An early financial item & great to have from this town famous as the home of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Measures 2 3/4 by 5 1... See More
Magazine in the Welsh language...
Item #613561
January 01, 1834
SEREN GOMER, Argraffwyr, Wales, (1834). A quite uncommon magazine from Wales, totally in the Welsh language. Although commonly spoken in the 19th century, its use had diminished in the 20th century. Efforts are being made to bring it back today. Here is a rare opportunity for an issue of this 32 page periodical, printed totally in Welsh. There is no year in the masthead however a photocopy of t
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Magazine in the Welsh language...
Item #627419
January 01, 1834
SEREN GOMER, Argraffwyr, Wales, (1834). A quite uncommon magazine from Wales, totally in the Welsh language. Although commonly spoken in the 19th century, its use had diminished in the 20th century. Efforts are being made to bring it back today. Here is a rare opportunity for an issue of this 32 page periodical, printed totally in Welsh. There is no year in the masthead however a photocopy of t
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Check from Cooperstown, 1834...
Item #672995
This is a genuine check written on the "Otsego County Bank" of Cooperstown, New York dated 1834. Included is the amount in the lower left corner with a signature in the lower right. There is a nice engraving of an eagle with an olive branch in its beak.An early financial item & great to have from this town famous as the home of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Measures 2 1/2 by 5 1/2 inc... See More
Magazine in the Welsh language...
Item #673915
January 01, 1834
SEREN GOMER, Carmarthen, Wales, Hydref, 1834 A quite uncommon magazine from Wales, totally in the Welsh language. Although commonly spoken in the 19th century, its use had diminished in the 20th century. Efforts are being made to bring it back today.
No date on the front page however a copy of the volume's title page is included to verify the year 1834.
Complete in 32 pages, 5 1/4
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No date on the front page however a copy of the volume's title page is included to verify the year 1834.
Complete in 32 pages, 5 1/4
Broadsheet Extra...
Item #564443
January 21, 1834
TRANSCRIPT.....EXTRA. Inaugural Seech of His Excellency JOHN DAVIS, Delivered in Convention -- This Morning -- January 21, 1834.
The front page and almost half of the back page of this broadsheet is comprised of the Inaugural Speech to "Fellow Citizens of the Senate and of the House of Representatives" and is close by "JOHN DAVIS" with the date line Boston, January 21, 1834.... See More
Check from Cooperstown, 1834...
Item #690179
This is a genuine check written on the "Otsego County Bank" of Cooperstown, New York dated Feb. 17, 1834. Included is the amount of $500 in the lower left corner with a signature in the lower right. There is a nice engraving of an eagle with an olive branch in its beak.An early financial item & great to have from this town famous as the home of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Measures 2... See More
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