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Catalog 290+ is now available. This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of more than 300 new items, plus remnants from our previous catalog - a selection which includes: the trial & execution of Captain Kidd, Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown, an American almanac with a rare Revolutionary War battle print, a San Francisco newspaper on the San Francisco earthquake, a rare British “newsbook” from 1642 (first we’ve offered), a great account of the Battle of Bunker Hill, and more.
Noteworthy items from this current catalog, along with last month's remaining key issues, may be viewed at: Noteworthy Items
Whereas the combined catalogs (289 & 288) are shown through the main link, the following additional links are intended to aid in quickly finding items by era:
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Proclamation by John Jay... The latest war news...
Item #658691
April 8, 1779
THE AMERICAN JOURNAL & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Providence, Rhode Island, April 8, 1779 A truly rare title from the Revolutionary War, as it lasted for less than 1 1/2 years from March, 1779 to August, 1781. This is the volume 1, #4 issue.
Some war news inside including an item: "...a party of the enemy...landed from a galley below Tarry-Town, were luckily early discovered by our people... See More
Ceremonies of the Indians in America...
Item #660028
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, May, 1779 Several pages are taken up with reports from parliament with a few bits relating to the Revolutionary War. Plus an article headed: "Relation of the Mysterious Ceremonies used at the Introduction of an Indian into one of their Friendly Societies. From Carver's Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America."
A wealth of ot
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A wealth of ot
Rest of Europe supports American independence...
Item #659122
July 6, 1779
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, July 6, 1779 Page 3 has over a full column on: "To the People of England" which begins: "The fate of America being now finally decided against this country, it behooves you to look deeply, & carefully, into your internal situation & the views & designs of Europe whose general interest it undoubtedly is to maintain & support the... See More
Activities in the war, in a very rare newspaper...
Item #658746
August 19, 1779
THE AMERICAN JOURNAL & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Providence, Rhode Island, Aug. 19, 1779 A truly rare title from the Revolutionary War, as it lasted for less than 1 1/2 years from March, 1779 to August, 1781.
The entire front page has content dealing with the increasing prices of commodities & the depreciation of the currency in the colonies, a notable concern at the time. Over half of pa... See More
Print of the storming of Stony Point by General Anthony Wayne...
Item #662979
January 1, 1780
BICKERSTAFF'S BOSTON ALMANACK for the year 1780. Pgae 2 still has the very desired print: "View of the British Fortress at Stoney-Point, Stormed and Carried by a party of te Light Corps of the American Army, under the command of Gen. WAYNE, on the morning of the 16th of July last." Four locations are noted in the key at the bottom. Very rare to find period maps of the Revolutio... See More
Essay on free trade... From during the Revolutionary War...
Item #666265
January 6, 1780
PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 6, 1780 A famous title that has very ornate lettering and an engraving of a ship in the masthead. Notable content includes, on the ftpg: "A Third ESSAY on FREE TRADE and FINANCES , humbly offered to the consideration of the Public. By a CITIZEN OF Philadelphia". It continues on pg. 2 and is to be concluded in a futur... See More
Uncommon American title from the Revolutionary War...
Item #666263
January 19, 1780
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, Jan. 19, 1780
* American Revolutionary War
* Rare single sheet issue
Most of the front page is taken up with a document concerning relations between Holland and England. The back page has a document from D. Diego Joseph Navarro, governor of Cuba., regarding declaring war against Great Britain (see). The back page also has an item from Congress conce... See More
Nice issue on the fall of Charleston to the British...
Item #662362
July 8, 1780
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 8, 1780
* Siege of Charleston, South Carolina
* Surrender to British - Sir Henry Clinton
* American Revolutionary War
Page 2 has an address: "To the King's Most Excellent Majesty" with praise for: "...the late successes of your Majesty's arms..." in America. Also expressing: "...indignation..." towards France whi... See More
The Major Andre / Benedict Arnold treason...
Item #662716
November 14, 1780
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 14, 1780 All of the front page is taken up with reports on the Revolutionary War including most of the first column being a letter datelined: "New York, Oct. 12" and signed in type: H. Clinton.
This letter deals with the Andre/Arnold treason plot and includes in part: "...I had the honour of informing your Lordship that the American Major Gen... See More
1781 Revolutionary War military pay document...
Item #649287
FASCINATING DOCUMENT for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the "State Of Connecticut". This document contains a signature, is dated 1781 and is approx. 4 by 6 inches.Minimal wear but generally very nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated during this very significant year in the war when Cornwallis surrendered.
The photo is re... See More
Battle of Cowpens, South Carolina...
Item #662840
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1781 Near the back is half a page of "American News" which reports of: "...the detachment sent by Gen. Clinton to Virginia under the command of Brig. Gen. Arnold...On the 3rd of Jan. they anchored about half a mile from Hood's Fort which kept up a heavy fire from a battery...The 4th of the fleet proceeded up the river, landed, &... See More
On the Battle of Guilford Court House, and more...
Item #658558
May 1, 1781
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, May 1, 1781 Page 2 ha some nice war-related content including a letter from General Greene's headquarters, bits including: "...wrote you on the 23d...since which we have been in pursuit of the enemy with a determination to bring them to action again. On the 27th we arrived at Rigden's Ford...imagined they meant to wai... See More
Much on the Siege of Augusta, or Fort Cornwallis... Terms offered to General Washington...
Item #658609
July 31, 1781
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, July 31, 1781 Almost all of page 2 is taken up with a wealth of correspondence and detail concerning the Siege of Augusta, also known as the Siege of Fort Cornwallis. Included are the "Articles of Capitulation..." and many of the correspondences are signed in type by Andrew Pickens, Henry Lee, and Francis Marion.
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Review of a book on the Revolutionary War...
Item #660208
September 1, 1781
LONDON MAGAZINE, England, September, 1781 Under Review Of Books" is one for: "The Revolution of America", which begins: "A narrative of the origin and progress of the rupture between Great Britain and her colonies, written with extreme partiality to the colonists, condemning in every point of view the conduct of the British government & justifying France and Spa... See More
Early report of Cornwallis' surrender at Yorktown...
Item #660210
November 1, 1781
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, November, 1781 Certainly the most notable content is found near the back under the "Postscript", so noted as it contains recently-received news inserted in the issue just before being printed. It is dated November 27.
The report reads in part: "We are extremely sorry to inform our reads...dispatches...dated the 29th of October, informing that on ... See More
Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown: a first report...
Item #662725
November 27, 1781
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 27, 1781 This is one of the more noteworthy issues of the Chronicle for the entire Revolutionary War, as it is the first issue in this title to announce the surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, essentially ending the Revolutionary War.
Although the formal letter from Cornwallis announcing the surrender would appear in the next issue, that issue dated Nov. ... See More
Reaction to the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown...
Item #658847
March 26, 1782
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, March 26, 1782 Page 2 has some nice reporting on the military events further to the west, from a letter from Kentucky dated Dec. 6. It reports on the work of General Clarke near Fort Pitt, Colonel Loughrie, and some events near Detroit. An item mentions: "...that the enemy had evacuated John's Island about six miles from ... See More
Washington planning an expedition against Quebec?
Item #640559
April 13, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 13, 1782
* American Revolutionary War
* George Washington & Quebec
The ftpg. has an item: "...letter from Philadelphia...says that as soon as a reconciliation takes place between them and the Mother Country, the Congress intend to publish a proclamation ordering all their people home who are in the service of France, Spain, or any of the e... See More
From the end of the Revolutionary War..
Item #658865
June 11, 1782
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, June 11, 1782 The front page has a few items relating to the war, as does page 2 as well as seen in the photos.
This is a single sheet. There is a chance it was issued as a single sheet, however presuming it was a 4 page issue and the back leaf is missing we offer this as a defective issue. Certainly a fine item for display as su... See More
Loyalists worry about their plight... Thoughts on independence for America...
Item #644933
October 12, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 12, 1782 The entire ftpg. is taken up with: "Peculiar Customs at Nantucket". Page 7 has: "American News" which includes an address to Sir Guy Carleton, commander of British forces, from a "committee" of the Loyalists at New York concerning their stressful situation given possible terms for a general peace. Bits include: "... See More
Nice reports concerning events near the end of the Revolutionary War...
Item #662727
December 19, 1782
THE INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Dec. 19, 1782 A nice feature of the masthead is a great engraving taken after one done earlier by Paul Revere, showing a patriot soldier with a sword in one hand and a scroll reading "Independence" in the other.
Page 2 has a report from London noting in part: "Governor Franklin, who lately arrived from New York had...a long conference with h... See More
Ben Franklin creates a medal honoring the end of the Revolutionary War...
Item #642354
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1783 Near the beginning are 15 pages of: "Summary Proceedings in the Third Session of the Present Parliament" which include some discussions concerning America. Another article concerns the tune Yankee Doodle, particularly details on the presumed author of the famous tune (questionable) who had recently died. It notes: "Your readers, &a... See More
Wishes to pay off Washington's military debts...
Item #649626
March 13, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 13, 1783 Page 2 includes: "...the states of the New England provinces had recommended it to Congress to take measures for paying off the arrears of Washington's army, and making such other dispositions as may be necessary previous to disbanding them which was promised to be done as soon as the British and Hessian troops should have quitted the co... See More
Fate of the Loyalists in America... When will the British leave New York?
Item #667302
July 1, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 1, 1783
* Closing events in the Revolutionary War
Page 2 has: "Orders" to Loyalists dated at Headquarters, New York, May 26, 1783 noting: "All persons desirous to leave New York are to give in their names at the Adj. General's Office before the 7th of June next with a list of their families, expressing the place of their former res... See More
One of the best Revolutionary War era mastheads...
Item #666261
September 13, 1783
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Sept. 13, 1783
* Rare title w/ great masthead
* re. End of the Revolutionary War
The photo shows one of the more decorative and larger engravings to be found in an 18th century American newspaper, making this a very nice issue for display.
The front page has a few bits with oblique references to the end of the Revolu... See More
Required treaties leading to a formal end of the Revolutionary War...
Item #660298
October 1, 1783
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, (England), October, 1783 This issue contains much great content on the work towards creating a formal treaty ending the Revolutionary War.
It contains 3 treaties with other European nations involved in the war, requirements before a formal treaty could be concluded between England and America. It has the treaties between England and Holland, England and France, and Engl... See More
Importation from America begins again...
Item #666267
December 27, 1783
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 27, 1783 Taking half of the front page & most of page 2 is a complete printing of a document noted in Schlesinger as happening on December 26, and which he describes as a British order in council to permit the importation of American manufactured goods to England on terms as favorable as those of pre-revolutionary days.
The first column has a brief note... See More
Decorative masthead... late 1700's...
Item #649227
THE NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE, England, 1784 See the photo for the very nice & ornate lettering in the masthead, making this a displayable issue. This is a folio size newspaper of 4 pages which was never bound nor trimmed--difficult to find as such.
Various news of the day & a wealth of ads, and a red-inked tax stamp at the bottom of the front page. Minor wear to the edges and li
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Various news of the day & a wealth of ads, and a red-inked tax stamp at the bottom of the front page. Minor wear to the edges and li
From the year before the creation of the Constitution...
Item #658796
January 28, 1786
PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 28, 1786 An issue from the brief period between the end of the Revolutionary War and before the creation of the Constitution & the new federal government.
Various news reports of the day. The back page has an illustrated ad for a "Hat Manufactory" which shows the iconic tricorne (three corner) hat of the colonial p... See More
From just before the creation of the Constitution...
Item #658809
February 25, 1786
PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 25, 1786 An issue from the brief period between the end of the Revolutionary War and before the creation of the Constitution & the new federal government.
Various news reports of the day.
The back page has an illustrated ad for a "Hat Manufactory" which shows the iconic tricorne (three corner) hat of the colonial ... See More
The Nova Constellatio coin, made for the American colonies... Settling Australia as a penal colony...
Item #662380
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1786 The most interesting item in this issue is the foldout plate which contains--among other prints--an image of the "Nova Constellatio" coin used in the colonies (see). The print shows both the obverse & reverse & has a date of 1785.This was one of the earlier colonial coins, ordered by Gouverneur Morris & minted in Bir... See More
Washington responds to the Newburgh Address...
Item #607657
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, April, 1787 This is the "second edition" printed in 1789, as noted on the title/contents page (see). One of the more successful American magazines of the 18th century, in fact one of a relatively few which survived more than a few years.The issue begins with: "Address of the convention Held at Annapolis in Sept., 1786" signed in type b... See More
Establishing a penal colony in Australia... Mention of Franklin...
Item #640612
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1788 Near the back under the "Domestic Occurrences" heading is a report reading: "By the last accounts received from the fleet from Botany Bay, they arrived at the Cape of Good Hope on the 13th of October last and expected to sail again about the middle of Nov. and to proceed directly for their place of destination. They were very hea... See More
George Washington elected President? Death of Ethan Allen...
Item #658385
February 28, 1789
THE MASSACHUSETTS CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 28, 1789 Page 2 has an article beginning: "By information received from Kentucky we learn that many of the principal people of that district are warmly in favour of a separation from the union L& contend that it is injurious to the interests of that country to be connected with the Atlantick States..." with more.
The "Federal... See More
Washington is elected President...
Item #662346
May 21, 1789
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 21, 1789
* George Washington's presidential election victory
An inside page has a very historic report, noting the election of George Washington as the very first President of the United States.
The full report can be seen in the photos, however portions include: "A letter from New York...says, 'That the Federal Congress was convened...w... See More
The Department of State is created...
Item #659060
July 29, 1789
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, July 29, 1789 Considered by many as the most significant newspaper of the 18th century, particularly during this, the formative year of the new federal government, as the Gazette was the mouthpiece of all matters political. Most pronouncements from Congress & the President were printed first in this newspaper.
Holding true to this statement,... See More
At a lesser price... from Boston...
Item #649301
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, a lot of six 2nd rate issues dating from 1795-1799. Various news of the day from this famous colonial town. This was arguably the most successful & well-known newspaper of in 18th century America. Could contain close-trimming, staining, archival mending, etc., but will not have loss of text. Please note: The S&H for this lot is a bit higher than that of a single... See More
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On the French Revolution...
Item #662379
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1790 Near the back of the issue are nearly two pages concerning an "Accurate Statement of the Late Revolution in France" which includes a letter signed by the King: Louis, as well as an "Address to the Queen" with "The Queen's Answer" (see photos for portions). Both Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette would be behe... See More
Rhode Island & the Constitution....
Item #659306
July 3, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, July 3, 1790 Business from the House of Representatives begins on the front page and on page 2 is mention that: "...A Message was received from the President of the United States, with a copy of an Act of the Legislature of the State of Rhode Island, for ratifying certain articles of amendment to the Constitution of the United States...&qu
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Proclaiming a permanent seat of government, signed by George Washington...
Item #666270
January 26, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 26, 1791
* re. Creating Washington D.C.
* President George Washington
Page 2 has "A Proclamation" issued by the President of the United States designating the exact location of the "permanent seat of Government".
The Proclamation, which takes a full column, states in part: "...And I do hereby declare.... See More
Acts of the Pennsylvania legislature...
Item #662358
October 3, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Oct. 3, 1791 The front page is filled with ads, and certainly the most intriguing is the one with a dateline of "George-Town, Sept. 9, 1791" with the text including: "The sales of the lots in the Federal City will commence on Monday the 17th...commissioners finding they may engage materials & workmen for the Public Buil... See More
Ben Franklin article on electric conductors...
Item #619746
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, April, 1792 Although many years ago we had a nice inventory of 18th century American magazines, we find them to be very scarce today.Among the articles in this issue are: "Account of the Buffalo" (lacking the plate called for); "Thoughts on the Origin of Coal Mines" "On the Vanity of Riches" "Description of a Lapland Fa... See More
Louis XVI, with print of the guillotine...
Item #642030
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1793 This issue contains the: "Minutes of the Proceedings of the National Convention of France" which takes 4 pages with considerable detail on the trial of Louis XVI with a subhead: "The Final Judgment of Louis XVI" which has text which includes: "...Is Louis guilty?...I hereby declare that the National Convention has fou... See More
Applying for pension benefits...
Item #660475
March 22, 1793
THE MAIL; OR CLAYPOOLE'S DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 22, 1793 Page 3 has a letter from Fort St. Clair concerning the recent raid on that fort, part of the Northwest Indian War.
The back page has a document headed: "War Department" concerning pension benefits for those injured in the Revolutionary War. It is signed in type: H. Knox.
Four pages, wide, never-trimmed ma... See More
Nice Masonic content...
Item #662420
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, May, 1793 Among the articles is a description of a new bridge over the Merrimack River (plate is lacking). Other articles include: "Description of Cracow, in Poland" "Masonick - Social Influence of Free Masonry" & much more.Near the back is: "Domestick Occurrences" with the latest news including such headings as: "Counter... See More
Celebrating Washington's birthday...
Item #660416
May 23, 1794
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, May 23, 1794 Page 2 contains a letter written to Congress by the President concerning relations with England, signed in type: G. Washington.
Page 3 has a report noting the birthday of the President and includes the 15 toasts to his honor.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, great condition.
Monroe is the ambassador to France...
Item #662990
November 12, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 12, 1794 The front page features a report from France on the introduction of "James Monroe" as the ambassador to that country, with his lengthy address to the French National Convention. Page 2 has: "The Mineral Waters of Saratoga in the State of New York" which takes over a full column.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Three front page script signatures by the President...
Item #662713
March 11, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 11, 1795 The front page features 3 Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington, & in block type by the V.P.: John Adams. A displayable issue as such.
Four pages, scattered foxing, nice condition.
Indian troubles near Fort Hamilton...
Item #659391
May 6, 1795
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, May 6, 1795 Page 3 has 3 reports concerning affairs with Indians near Fort Hamilton (see). Various other news of the day and a wealth of ads.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, a bit of light damp staining, good condition.
Beautiful masthead in this 1795 Canterbury newspaper...
Item #649281
June 16, 1795
KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, 1795 We seldom have titles to offer from Canterbury, and this newspaper has one of the more decorative & beautiful mastheads of the era. Note the two very detailed engravings on either side, one of which is the fabled Canterbury Cathedral. A coat-of-arms in the middle, with very ornate lettering for 'Kentish Gazette'.
A fine issue of this ti... See More
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