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Catalog 289+ 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 Gettysburg Address on the front page, the first of a rare (Revolutionary War) title we have offered, an 1847 newspaper from California, a “Maryland Gazette” from the French & Indian War, a “Tombstone Epitaph” from 3 months before the OK Corral gunfight, the fall of Richmond in a Richmond newspaper, and more.Noteworthy items from this current catalog, along with last month's remaining key issues, may be viewed at: Noteworthy Items
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Catalog 289 (December - 2019), with remnants from last month's catalog...
Catalog 289+ 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 Gettysburg Address on the front page, the first of a rare (Revolutionary War) title we have offered, an 1847 newspaper from California, a “Maryland Gazette” from the French & Indian War, a “Tombstone Epitaph” from 3 months before the OK Corral gunfight, the fall of Richmond in a Richmond newspaper, 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:
• 1500-1799 (full view OR quick-scan "compact" view)
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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:
• 1500-1799 (full view OR quick-scan "compact" view)
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A conversation between Ben Franklin and the French Minister...
Item #642830
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1782 Most notable is the article which is prefaced with: "The following is said to be the Substance of a Conversation Lately Held by Dr. Franklyn [Franklin] with the French Minister on the Subject of American Affairs; supposed to Contain the Real Sentiments of the American Congress" which takes over a full column.Near the back is the &... See More
Some closing items in the Revolutionary War...
Item #640560
April 16, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 16, 1782 The back page has a few items concerning the Revolutionary War, including: "...troops were all collected, every place was strongly fortified...a cut made across...Long Island...after their arrival it was imagined that Gen. Washington would make an attack on New York. The troops were in high spirits & had plenty of provisions...were a con... See More
Count De Grasse & his actions at Yorktown... Colonies disapprove of France's involvement...
Item #644662
September 10, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 10, 1782 Most of pg. 4 is taken up with an: "Account of the Life & Military Service of the Count De Grasse" including his actions in support of the colonists during the closing months of the Revolutionary War. There is mention of the the capture of Yorktown, etc.
Pg. 5 has an account of an attempted mutiny on the ship Narcissus. Also: "... See More
The King proclaims America independent...
Item #642332
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1783 (at a reduced price) An exceedingly historic issue, particularly found in this British publication, in which the King of England formally recognizes the independence of the American colonies.The top of the first page is headed: "Proceedings in the Third Session of the Present Parliament, which met Dec. 5, 1782" followed by a len... See More
Adams, Franklin, Jay, Laurens, & Jefferson authorized to negotiate terms for peace...
Item #649619
February 27, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 27, 1783 Inside has one-third of a page taken up with the: "Copy of the Commission of the United States of America, to John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, John Jay, Henry Laurens, and Thomas Jefferson, Esqrs. June 15, 1781." The document--signed in type by the President & Secretary of Congress--formally appoints these men as ambassadors in Europe ... See More
Fate of the Loyalists in America... When will the British leave New York?
Item #650121
July 1, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 1, 1783 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 residence, and where they wish to be removed to.&qu... See More
Washington's letter resigning as commander-in-chief...
Item #641376
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August & September, 1783 A 2 issue set. The August issue has a section headed: "Authentic Papers Relative to American Affairs" includes reference to learning of the Treaty of Peace ending the Revolutionary War, and also includes a "Resolve" from Congress concerning the mutinous soldiers in Washington's army, along with W... 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
... See More
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
Creating the "parachute"...
Item #657580
November 6, 1784
THE WHITEHALL EVENING POST, London, Nov. 6, 1784 Page 3 has a very early report on ballooning, with: "...that Mr. Joseph Montgolfier has made several ingenious & useful experiments on the resisting power of the air. After having thrown a sheep six times from the top of a tower in that neighbourhood...by the aid of a machine called a Parachute without the animal receiving any damage,... See More
Death of this newspaper's founder...
Item #662154
September 1, 1785
THE CONTINENTAL JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Boston, Sept. 1, 1785 Page 3 has a black-bordered notice of the death of Captain John Gill, who founded this newspaper and until about 4 months previous was still the publisher.
Four pages, an ink stain at the very top, archival strengthening at the spine, generally good condition.
From just before the creation of the Constitution...
Item #658810
February 27, 1786
PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 27, 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.
Page 2 has reports from the Penna. General Assembly, with discussion concerning states sharing in the payment of the national debt. Also items on how each state: "...... See More
From just before the creation of the Constitution...
Item #658811
February 28, 1786
PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 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 front 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
Much on Shays' Rebellion...
Item #662349
March 13, 1787
THE MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE, Boston, March 13, 1787 This newspaper published for just three years, from 1785-1788. Content includes a ftpg. resolution signed in type: James Bowdoin, a lengthy pg. 2 letter to the legislature is signed by him as well; a report discussing the celebration of Washington's birthday at Petersburg, signed in type: John Hancock
. Pg. 3 has a "Proclamation" iss... See More
On Ben Franklin's water spouts, with a print...
Item #643620
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1788 Perhaps the most interesting article is: "Dr. Lindsay on Dr. Franklin's Doctrine of Water-spouts" which comments on Ben Franklin's work (see for portions). This article takes 2 1/2 pages and one of the plates includes prints of various water spouts.An article: "Edict in Favour of America, Issued at Paris"... 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 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...was found that George Washington, Esq. was unanimously elected ... 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
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
Raid on Camp St. Clair...... On building the new federal capital...
Item #660460
December 19, 1792
THE FEDERAL GAZETTE & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 19, 1792 Page 3 has several correspondences concerning the Northwest Indian War, more specifically the raid on Camp St. Clair.
The front page is filled with ads including 5 illustrated ship ads. Also on the ftpg. is an ad headed: "City of Washington" concerning the early building of the future capital, beginning: "... 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
Washington's state-of-the-union address printed in full... New cities created in America...
Item #642040
SUPPLEMENT FOR THE YEAR 1793 for Gentleman's Magazine, England. Within this supplement issue, which was published at the end of the year, is a very historic document being Washington's annual state-of-the-union address for 1793, which was the first year of his second term of office. It has a banner heading: "The Following Speech of the President of the American Congress, December 3, 1... See More
Letter signed by John Jay...
Item #662277
November 1, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 1, 1794 Most of the first column is taken up with a letter signed in type by: John Jay, such letters rarely found in period newspaper. It concerns the problem with British impressment of American sailors and the seizure of ships. Various news of the day inside.
Four pages, light damp staining, generally good condition.
Washington signs three Acts of Congress...
Item #661852
February 18, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 18, 1795 The front page has a full column taken up with not just one, but three Acts of Congress each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington. Displayable as such.
Four pages, various foxing, generally good 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
Four Acts signed by Governor Sam Adams...
Item #661850
July 2, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 2, 1795 The front page features four Acts of the Massachusetts legislature, each signed in type by the governor: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, archival strengthening at the spine, some foxing, good condition.
Preparing for the Jay Treaty...
Item #662157
October 19, 1795
FEDERAL ORRERY, Boston, Oct. 19, 1795 Page 2 has a: "Letter from Edmund Randolph to the President of the United States". A page 3 item begins: "We have authentic information that in consequence of the expected treaty between Great Britain and America, the garrison's at the Western Posts expected to leave them according to stipulation..." with more on this. The referen... See More
Duties of man and citizen...
Item #662391
October 19, 1795
FEDERAL ORRERY, Boston, Oct. 19, 1795 Page 2 has some content concerning the controversial Jay Treaty with England. Also: "Observations on the Present Internal State of France" and: "Duties of a Man and a Citizen" contains 9 Articles. And then: "Decree for the Encouragement of Privateering" lists 8 items.
Four pages, very nice condition.
.In response to Washington's state-of-the-union address...
Item #662351
December 30, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 30, 1795 The ftpg. has: "Congressional Summary - Congress of the United States" with prefacing remarks noting: "...members of the House...waited on the President of the United States at his own house, where the Speaker delivered the following 'ADDRESS' In answer to The President's Speech to both Houses..." which was Washington&... See More
Jean-Antoine Houdon statue...
Item #662028
May 14, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, May 14, 1796 The most notable content is a rather inconspicuous report of the arrival of the very famous Jean-Antoine Houdon statue of George Washington for the capitol building at Richmond. The report from Richmond reads: "The elegant statue of the President of the U. States, which was ordered from Paris some time ago, by the Legislature... See More
Washington arrives in New York City...
Item #661859
August 27, 1796
THE WEEKLY MUSEUM, New York, Aug. 27, 1796 Page 3 has a report: "The PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES has just arrived from Mount Vernon. Whether on a visit to this City, or on his sway to the northward, we cannot tell------Thank GOD he can ride in a carriage which is not bullet proof."
Four pages, 9 1/2 by 11 3/4 inches, scattered foxing, good condition.
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #662168
May 30, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, May 30, 1797 This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controversial publisher who often wrote under the pen-name of "Peter Porcupine." He was famous for sniping at his political opponents, usually those of a Jeffersonian-Republican sentiment. The first issue app... See More
Disputed boundary between East and West Florida...
Item #660385
June 13, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 13, 1797 Page 3 has a letter to Congress signed in type by the President: John Adams. The focus is on the disputed boundary line between the colonies of East and West Florida and the territory of the United States.
This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controvers... See More
Post-Revolutionary War Boston...
Item #649216
AN EARLY LOT - Five issues of the Columbian Centinel newspaper dating from 1794 to 1799. Each issue is in nice condition (not 2nd-rate). Increasingly rare from the 18th century. News of the day & period ads.
One of the Alien & Sedition Acts...
Item #662150
August 15, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Aug. 15, 1798 Most of the ftpg. first column is "The Sedition Act" signed in type by the President: John Adams. This was part of the collective Alien and Sedition Acts, four bills passed in 1798 by the Federalists during an undeclared naval war with France, known as the "Quasi-War".
Four pages, nice condition.... See More
An address to the President, with his response...
Item #662394
October 10, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 10, 1798 Page 2 has and: "Address" prefaced with: "Among the numerous addresses presented to the President few, if any, have been better expressed than the following." signed: James Oliver. This is followed by the President's reply signed: John Adams.
Four pages, minor loss at spine does not affect noted conte... See More
Post-Revolutionary War Boston, with John Adams signatures...
Item #649292
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, lot of 5 issues dating from 1797-1801, each containing at least one John Adams signature. Somewhat 2nd-rate but not damaged. Issues with his signature are increasingly hard to find, and these are priced at a significant discount.
Appropriations for the support of the military in 1799...
Item #662043
October 2, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 2, 1799 The front page has: "An ACT making appropriations for the support of the military establishment, for the year one thousand seven hundred and ninety-nine...", signed in script type: John Adams. There is also: "An ACT vesting the power of retaliation, in certain cases, in the President of the United States...", also signed in script ... See More
Major General Alexander Hamilton...
Item #662149
October 9, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 9, 1799 Page 3 has a report concerning the construction of a light house at Shell Castle and at Cape Hatteras (see). Also reports from New York, Pittsfield, Worcester, Boston and Lexington.
The back page has a nice "War Department" notice mention that: "All officers...who are...absent from their commands are required..... See More
Major General Alexander Hamilton...
Item #662393
October 16, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 16, 1799 The back page has a nice "War Department" notice mention that: "All officers...who are...absent from their commands are required...to report themselves by letter to Major General ALEXANDER HAMILTON..." with a bit more. This is the Alexander Hamilton who served again in the military during the Quasi War.
F... See More
Washington's death: a first report...
Item #662270
December 30, 1799
FARMERS' MUSEUM OR LAY PREACHER'S GAZETTE, Walpole, New Hampshire, Dec. 30, 1799 Reports on the death of Washington remain among the more desired, and scarce, newspapers of the post-Revolutionary War era. Rarely have we been able to offer a first report: this is one.
Page 3 has a report taking over half a column with a black border at the top which begins: "On Wednesday last, w... See More
Variety lot of newspapers... An instant mini-collection...
Item #649239
(10) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten different titles dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition---not a damaged lot and no pulpish newspapers. A popular way to assemble a variety of titles at a low price. We will give you ten different American newspapers ranging from 1820 to 1899 (no pulp issues) in average condition with good reading. A wealth of varied issues for $2.5... See More
Displayable masthead... early 19th century...
Item #649304
NEW ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, 1801-1802 A typical "newsy" newspaper of the era with a nice woodcut of a soaring mercury in the masthead (see). Some light foxing, untrimmed. Actual dates vary, but the issue sent will be similar in look and condition to that shown, and will date from 1801-1802.
From the heart of Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...
Item #649256
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, For The Country, Philadelphia, 1802-1803 A lot of 5 issues offering an interesting insight into the early period of the Jeffersonian era, as the government transitioned away from Federalist policy. Nice condition. The images show an example of the condition and look of the issues you will receive, but actually dates vary within the years noted.... See More
Famed artist Gilbert Stuart...
Item #661864
April 18, 1803
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, April 18, 1803 The back page has an advertisement headed "Gilbert Stuart", noting in part: "...G. Stuart takes this opportunity, likewise, to apprise the public that he has pursued the necessary steps...to protect his works for the future from the illiberal and injurious piracy which has hitherto been committed upon them..." and... See More
Parson Weems' book on George Washington...
Item #662303
June 21, 1803
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, June 21, 1803 The top of the back page has a small advertisement for "The Rev. M. L. Weems", more popularly known as Parson Weems, the ad noting: "Is hereby authorized to solicit of the Ladies and Gentlemen of Philadelphia their subscriptions to the History of General George Washington."
Parson Weems was an author who wrote th... See More
Five American newspapers: 1802-1809...
Item #662222
June 21, 1804
Five very early 19th century American newspapers: New York Herald, June 25, 1803; United States' Gazette, Sept. 25, 1809; Columbian Centinel, Oct. 22, 1808; New England Palladium, Oct. 12, 1802; and Boston Gazette, June 21, 1804. All five are good "newsy" newspapers of folio size, 4 pages, some margin tears, generally good condition. A nice set of five different, early newspapers.... See More
High Resolution Images... 600dpi...
Early report on the death of Alexander Hamilton...
Item #658423
July 17, 1804
High Resolution Images of: THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN, Hudson, New York, July 17, 1804
Note: Whereas this noteworthy issue has already sold, due to the unique nature of the coverage, we are making a set of 600dpi-images (printable/publishable quality) available for a minimal price. Once paid, we will e-mail you this set of images which includes: the entire front page, the report on the death o... See More
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