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Newspapers that shaped the world...

Catalog 204 - "Newspapers that shaped the world..."- a special release catalog from Timothy Hughes Rare & Early Newspapers... History's Newsstand.

This expanded edition of our catalog contains some of the best and most historic newspapers we have had the pleasure to offer in our 36+ years. To highlight only a few would seem a bit presumptive, as noteworthy issues are found throughout. The catalog's "Standard View" is shown below. Feel free to browse chronologically, to rearrange items in order by price, view the entire catalog in a Quick-Scan View (200 items at a time), or to target a particular era or price-range, using the following links:

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Newspapers that shaped the world...

Catalog 204 - "Newspapers that shaped the world..."- a special release catalog from Timothy Hughes Rare & Early Newspapers... History's Newsstand.

This expanded edition of our catalog contains some of the best and most historic newspapers we have had the pleasure to offer in our 36+ years. To highlight only a few would seem a bit presumptive, as noteworthy issues are found throughout. The catalog's "Standard View" is shown below. Feel free to browse chronologically, to rearrange items in order by price, view the entire catalog in a Quick-Scan View (200 items at a time), or to target a particular era or price-range, using the following links:

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642091

The Boston Massacre: two great reports...

Item #642091
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1770 



* The Boston Massacre

* Historic reporting




Certainly the most notable item in this issue is the report on the Boston Massacre. The entirety of page 2 is taken up with an excellent & historic report of the Boston Massacre, headed: "AMERICAN AFFAIRS" and the article prefaced with: "The following Report of the Committee... See More  

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651961

Battle of Alamance... Much on the Regulators of North Carolina...

Item #651961

July 11, 1771

THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, July 11, 1771 



* Battle of Alamance

* War of the Regulation

* Colonial North Carolina




This newspaper features one of the larger & more decorative masthead engravings to be found in a colonial America newspaper. 

A terrific issue on the trouble with the Regulators of North Carolina, as more than half of the f... See More  

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652813

Great foldout map of "West Florida" from Pensacola to New Orleans...

Item #652813
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1772 



* Nice map of "West Florida"

* Pensacola, Florida, to New Orleans, Louisiana

* Plate of a rare bird from the Hudson Bay




Certainly the most notable item in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of Part of WEST FLORIDA" from Pensacola to the Mouth of Iberville River, with a View to shew t... See More  

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654917

Phillis Wheatley, famous "negro" slave turned poet...

Item #654917
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May 1773  Certainly the most significant item in this issue is the great article: "Some Account of Phillis, a Learned Negro Girl" which is a letter to the publisher stating: "Proposals have just been published for printing by subscription, some poems written by Phillis, a negro servant of Mr. Wheatley, of Boston, in New England, the following a... See More  

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646044

Great displayable masthead... colonial America time era...

Item #646044

July 28, 1773

THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, July 28, 1773 



* Rare Colonial Pennsylvania title

* Great masthead for display




This newspaper from this period had one of the more beautiful & decorative of the colonial era (see).

The entire front page is taken up with "Proceedings in the House of Commons on East India Affairs". Inside has reports from Lond... See More  

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657157

The Non-consumption agreements...

A rare Virginia Gazette, by a woman publisher...

Item #657157

August 25, 1774

THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, August 25, 1774 



* Very rare Colonial Virginia title

* 18th century Woman publisher




This was one of three separate newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War.

Of very special note is this newspaper was: "Printed By Clementina Rind" as noted in the masthead, she being one of just a few ... See More  

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633692

Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...

Item #633692

November 16, 1774

THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, November 16, 1774 



* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon



If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption.  The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead o
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649969

Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...

Item #649969

November 30, 1774

THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, November 30, 1774  If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption.  The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead of this newspaper, shows a snake cut into various pieces, each with a
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649963

Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...

Item #649963

December 7, 1774

THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, December 7, 1774 



* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon



If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. 

The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead
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655675

Great on the Williamsburg Gunpowder Incident in a Williamsburg newspaper... John Hancock's house is attacked...

Item #655675

April 21, 1775

VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, April 21, 1775 



* Very rare Colonial Virginia title

* Gunpowder Incident - Affair




This newspaper was published by Alexander Purdie, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia.

Certainly... See More  

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656715

Several reports on Lexington & Concord... Gov. Dunmore on the Gunpowder Incident...

Item #656715

May 11, 1775

VIRGINIA GAZETTE OR NORFOLK INTELLIGENCER, May 11, 1775  An exceedingly rare title, the only Revolutionary War era newspaper printed in Norfolk (save for one printed on board the ship 'Dunmore' of which only a single issue is known to exist). Only three American institutions have any issues of this title. It published for just 15 months, from June, 1774 through September, 1775.

Most ... See More  

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655644

The New England Restraining Act... Thanks to Patrick Henry for resolving the Gunpowder Incident...

Item #655644

May 19, 1775

VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, May 19, 1775  This newspaper was published by Alexander Purdie, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia. 

A great issue with the best content found in the four page "Supplement
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655639

Lexington & Concord... New England Restraining Act... and even more...

Item #655639

May 20, 1775

THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, May 20, 1775  This newspaper was published by Dixon & Hunter, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia.
And the content is terrific, as page 3 has a great account of the Battle
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660596

The Revolutionary War...

Item #660596

June 20, 1775

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 20, 1775 



* Rare Revolutionary War title from America



The front page is entirely taken up with a continued speech which has some references to the situation in America, with "...the military coercion of America will be impracticable...what has been the fate of your famous bills...the Boston port bill and the bill for alterin
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644253

Battle of Bunker Hill... The Gunpowder Incident...

Item #644253

July 1, 1775

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, July 1, 1775 



* Battle of Bunker Hill - Charlestown

* American Revolutionary War

* The gunpowder incident




The most significant content would be a fine account of the very historic Battle of Bunker Hill, being a letter datelined: "Watertown, June 22" and includes in part: "Before this reaches you, you will doubtless hear of the eng... See More  

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656584

Two fine accounts of the Battle of Bunker Hill...

Item #656584

July 13, 1775

VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, July 13, 1775 



* The Battle of Bunker Hill

* American Revolutionary War

* Very rare Colonial Virginia title




This newspaper was published by John Pinkney, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. Pinkney continued this title which previously was pub... See More  

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655672

Several accounts of Bunker Hill, Washington becomes commander-in-chief, Gage's famous Proclamation. In a Virginia newspaper...

Item #655672

July 15, 1775

VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, July 15, 1775 



* Battle of Bunker Hill - Siege of Boston

* George Washington becomes Commander-in-Chief

* General Thomas Gage "First Shots of War" proclamation




This newspaper was published by Dixon and Hunter, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolut... See More  

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645303

Causes & Necessity For Taking Up Arms...

Item #645303

August 15, 1775

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 15, 1775 



* Causes and Necessity of Taking Up Arms

* Second Continental Congress resolution

* re. American Revolutionary War




An inside page has a letter which makes reference to Ben Franklin and the American situation, including: "...but whether Mr.Burke may deserve chastisement or not should  Dr. Franklin & the Americans be scourged o... See More  

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661535

The New England Restraining Act---extended...

Item #661535

September 2, 1775

PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Sept. 2, 1775 



* The New England Restraining Act

* Pre Revolutionary tension w/ England

* John Hancock gets married




Taking nearly one-third of the front page  and most of page 2 is the extension of the very historic New England Restraining Act by Parliament. This was the King's response to the American colonies' decision to boycott Briti... See More  

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661802

Creating rules for the military...

Item #661802

September 23, 1775

PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Sept. 23, 1775  A terrific issue on the creation of the rules which govern those in the military, as nearly half of the front page and over a column on pg. 4 are taken up with: "Articles of Association, in Pennsylvania. We the officers and soldiers engaged in the present Association for the defence of American liberty...do voluntarily & freely...ado... See More  

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644757

Gage gives up his command to Howe... The surrender of Ft. Chambly...

Item #644757

November 4, 1775

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Nov. 4, 1775 



* General William Howe takes over command



Pages 1, 2, and 3 contains a series of letters to and from Governor Thomas Gage, who had recently been recalled to England, giving up his command of British forces in America to Gen. Howe. Each is signed by him in type, and one--which appears on the front page--gives a warning to
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662284

British plan for conquering America... British soldiers complain... A price on Washington's head...

Item #662284

November 11, 1775

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Nov. 11, 1775  Most of the front page is taken up with a lengthy document concerning the Pennamite-Yankee War, an intermittent conflict between settlers from Connecticut, who claimed the land along the North Branch of the Susquehanna River in the present Wyoming Valley, and settlers from Pennsylvania, who claimed the same lands). This report carries over... See More  

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654694

Capture of Ethan Allen, and so much more...

Item #654694

November 24, 1775

NEW-ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR ESSEX GAZETTE, Cambridge, Nov. 24, 1775 



* Ethan Allen captured

* American Revolutionary War




The front page has a bit noting: "...letter from General Burgoyne at Boston wherein he says that 20,000 men would be a feeble reinforcement to the army there, in their present situation." Page 2 has various tidbits relating to the war, a few including: "... See More  

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621734

Provincial Congress meeting...

Item #621734

December 23, 1775

PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Dec. 23, 1775  Front page report mentions the meeting of a Provincial Congress in Charlestown, South Carolina. Interesting ftpg. letter concerning a runaway slave on board a British ship. Pg. 2 has political reports from New York & Philadelphia, including mention that: "...pursue every measure which the Congress may recommend to them a
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634818

Benedict Arnold on the Battle of Quebec... Ethan Allen in irons...

Item #634818

February 22, 1776

NEW-ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR ESSEX GAZETTE, (Cambridge), Feb. 22, 1776 



* Battle of Quebec - Canada

* General Benedict Arnold report

* Ethan Allen in captivity

* American Revolutionary War




The top of the first column begins with a report from Cork that: "...there has been commotions amongst the soldiers who are to embark for America; that a great numbers of them have deserted & ... See More  

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644351

Rare map of Captain Cook's voyage...

Item #644351
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1776 



* Captain James Cook

* Discoveries map




This issue includes a lengthy article (3+ pages) on Captain Cook and the: "Resolution's Voyage on Discovery to the Southern Hemisphere". Accompanying this article is a rare full page map titled: "Part of the Tropical Discoveries of the Resolution Sloop, Captain Cook in 1774, Referre... See More  

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644748

Great map showing North America... On taxing America without their consent...

Item #644748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1776  The prime feature of this issue is the great map showing all of the western hemisphere titled: "A New Projection of the Western Hemisphere of the Earth on a Plane shewing the proportions of its several parts nearly as on a Globe, By J. Hardy, at Eton College."  The map is dated at the bottom: "by F. Newbery, Ludgat
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661436

George Washington on aiding the enemy...

Item #661436

May 4, 1776

PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, May 4, 1776 



* Rare Revolutionary War era title

* Tory issue from Pennsylvania


* Great year to have (1776)




This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city.

Half of the front page is a letter signed by: A Settled Citizen" which r... See More  

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662397

Williamsburg Convention resolves that the united colonies be independent from England...

Item #662397

June 12, 1776

THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, June 12, 1776  Just a wealth of interesting content from three weeks before the Declaration of Independence.

The ftpg. has an address to the King from the London politicians, including in part: "...We humbly conceive that no people can be bound to surrender their rights and liberties as a return for protection. The Colonies have fought our battles wit... See More  

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662285

Battle of the Cedars, a truce meeting with Washington, and much more...

Item #662285

July 27, 1776

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, July 27, 1776  This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city. Note that this issue is just the second published since it printed the Declaration of Independence in the July 13 issue.

Pages 2 & 3 have much content concerning the Rev... See More  

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661804

The Declaration of Independence...

Item #661804
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1776  It would be difficult to argue for a more important document in American history than the Declaration of Independence. It remains a desire of most collectors to find an issue containing reference to it, and ultimately a contemporary printing of the actual document. With American newspaper printings commanding $50,000 or more in nice conditio... See More  

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662337

'Map of the Present Seat of War in North America'...

Item #662337

August 1, 1776

"A Map of the Present Seat of War in North America"  A very nice map which records show appeared in the "Westminster Magazine", London, the August, 1776 issue.

The map measures 8 by 10 inches and shows from Northern Florida to Newfoundland and west to the Missouri River. A very detailed map from during the midst of the Revolutionary War.

Bit close-trimmed at the bottom m... See More  

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628190

Battle of the Cedars... Find an officer exchange for Ethan Allen...

Item #628190

August 7, 1776

THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, August 7, 1776 



* Battle of the Cedars

* Invasion of Quebec campaign

* John Hancock & Ethan Allen




The entire front page is taken up with an excellent account of the Battle of the Cedars in Canada which happened just a few months earlier, part of an inquiry of it by Congress which includes many "Resolves" signed in type on pg. 2 by: Joh... See More  

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662060

The Battle of Long Island... Ben Franklin & John Hancock...

Item #662060

September 7, 1776

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Sept. 7, 1776 This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city.

One-third of the front page & nearly half of page 2 are taken up with An ORDINANCE for the Appointment of Justices of the Peace for the State of Pennsylvania" which is si... See More  

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628192

The Battle of New York...

Item #628192

September 25, 1776

THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, Sept. 25, 1776 



* Battle of Long Island - Brooklyn

* George Washington vs. William Howe

* American Revolutionary War original




The front page has an item mentioning: "It is said General Lee was taken...crossing a ferry to Virginia & that Lord Dunmore, who had information of his route...sent a frigate to watch it, who took him and 30 rifle b... See More  

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639491

Attempts for a peace proposal: colonies will not denounce their independence...

Item #639491

October 2, 1776

THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, Oct. 2, 1776 



* American Revolutionary War

* Great year to have (1776)

* Post Declaration of Independence




Most of the front page is taken up with several correspondences among Lord Drummon (with proposals for a peace treaty) and George Washington, and the Continental Congress. It begins with  a letter from Drummond dated Aug. 17, 1776 beginning... See More  

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644100

The Battle of Long Island, on the front page...

Item #644100

October 12, 1776

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 12, 1776 



* Battle of Long Island - Brooklyn

* George Washington vs. William Howe




A terrific issue, particularly for display, as the entire front page is taken up with the report of the Battle of Long Island as reported in "The London Gazette Extraordinary" of October 10, 1776. "Extraordinary" issues were published at irregular in... See More  

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622119

From the year of American independence...

Item #622119

October 15, 1776

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, October 15, 1776 



* Rare Revolutionary War title from America 

* Great year to have (1776)




The front page is a continuation of a dialogue concerning Pennsylvania creating a new form of government.

Page 3 has a report from Harlem which includes: "Yesterday morning about 4000 of the enemy landed at Fagg's or Frog's point, ab... See More  

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654247

The capture of New York by the British.. Great map of Connecticut & Rhode Island...

Item #654247
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1776 



* Capture of New York City

* Rare Connecticut & Rhode Island map

* American Revolutionary War




This issue begins with "Proceedings in the House  of Commons..." which includes discussion on the Revolutionary War, including: "...Nothing could have afforded me so much satisfaction as to have been able to inform yo... See More  

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644228

Great issue on the capture of New York...

Item #644228

November 5, 1776

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 5, 1776 



* American Revolutionary War

* New York City captured

* General William Howe




This is a very significant issue, as the entire front page is taken up with reports  on the historic capture of New York City by the British, beginning with the report from the noted: "London Gazette Extraordinary" issue of Nov. 4 which includes the... See More  

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662345

Great issue on the capture of New York...

Item #662345

November 5, 1776

ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, Nov. 5, 1776  This is a very significant issue, as most of the front page is taken up with reports  on the historic capture of New York City by the British, beginning with the report from the noted: "London Gazette Extraordinary" issue of Nov. 4 which includes the lengthy & detailed report from General William Howe on his success in the ca... See More  

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654304

Hanging of Nathan Hale...

Item #654304

November 20, 1776

EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, November 20, 1776 



* Hanging of Nathan Hale - American Revolutionary War soldier & spy

* "I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country" fame




By far the most significant content is found on page 3 as it contains an exceedingly significant--albeit brief & inconspicuous--report of an event known by any student of Ame... See More  

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666240

The Battle of Long Island New York with a great Revolutionary War map...

Item #666240
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE SUPPLEMENT, London, for the year 1776  



* Battle of Long Island w/ map

* American Revolutionary War

* General William Howe victory




A very nice "Supplement" issue to this popular magazine from during the Revolutionary War.

This 28 page magazine features a great & lengthy account of the Battle of New York signed in type by: W. Howe which take... See More  

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621235

Action concerning desertion from duty in battle...

Item #621235

March 22, 1777

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 22, 1777  The front page is taken up with some legal issues concerning the governance of Philadelphia. Page 2 has an item from the Congress of New York concerning: "...divers persons...for notorious disaffection to the liberties of America & other sufficient causes, been sent into some or one of the neighbouring states...this Convent... See More  

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660004

Washington crosses the Delaware... Franklin vs. Howe...

Item #660004
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, May, 1777  The prime content is an excellent letter written & signed by G. Washington dated "Headquarters, New Town, Dec. 26, 1776" which describes his crossing of the Delaware River, reading in part: "I have the pleasure of congratulating you upon the success of an enterprize, which I had formed against a detachment of the enemy lying
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646900

Great issue on the Battle of Ticonderoga...

Item #646900

August 27, 1777

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, August 27, 1777 



* Siege of Fort Ticonderoga

* American Revolutionary War

* General John Burgoyne victory




The front page has: "...a correct & authentic distribution of the British forces under the command of Sir William Howe, from an officer of distinction just arrived from New York." with a nice accounting of the troops (see phot... See More  

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640142

Surrender of Ticonderoga... Washington's Manifesto...

Item #640142
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Sept., 1777 



* Siege of Fort Ticonderoga

* General George Washington

* American Revolutionary War




Over 2 1/2 pages are taken up with: "Letter from Gen. Washington to Gen. Sir William Howe" from Middlebrook, June 10, 1777, signed by him in type: Geo. Washington. This is followed by another letter from Washington to Howe, which begins: &qu... See More  

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661835

General Howe proclamations in a Tory newspaper.....

Item #661835

November 19, 1777

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 19, 1777 



* Revolutionary War Tory original

* Rare Pro British issue from America

* General William Howe proclamations




This was a strongly Tory newspaper published in Philadelphia when the British were in occupation. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the ... See More  

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661013

Naval battle between the Americans & British... Franklin the 'old fox'...

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January 3, 1778

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, January 3, 1778 



* Revolutionary War Tory original

* Rare Pro British issue from America




This was a Tory newspaper published in Philadelphia when the British occupied the city. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the masthead features an engravin... See More  

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654261

A Tory newspaper printed in occupied Philadelphia...

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January 7, 1778

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, January 7, 1778 



* Revolutionary War Tory original

* Rare Pro British issue from America




This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. Rarely found today.

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