George Washington
George Washington
George Washington in the French & Indian War...
Item #664268
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1754 A very rare opportunity for a periodical which mentions George Washington long before he would become more famous 20 years later.
An inside page has a nice article titled: "Account of a Journey from Williamsburg to the French Fort near the Lake Erie in Virginia" which begins: "The French having been lately erecting forts &a
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An inside page has a nice article titled: "Account of a Journey from Williamsburg to the French Fort near the Lake Erie in Virginia" which begins: "The French having been lately erecting forts &a
Nebraska becomes the 37th state..
Item #664199
March 2, 1867
NEW YORK HERALD, March 2, 1867 Page 3 begins with a column head: "WASHINGTON" "Proclamation o the President Declaring Nebraska Admitted as a State" "Failure of the Senate to Pass the Colorado Bill Over the Veto".
Inclded is the actuaion "Proclamation of the President" creating the state of Nebraska, signed in type: Andrew Johnson.
Twelve pages, nice ... See More
1849 Pistol ad by Samuel Colt...
Item #664064
September 25, 1849
THE DAILY UNION, Washington, D.C., Sept. 25, 1849
* Colt Revolver Ad
* Runaway slave ad
* Gold Rush era newspaper
The front page is filled with ads including a: "$150 Reward" ad for a runaway slave, with details. Beneath this is an ad: "Colt's Improved Repeating Pistols" signed in type: Samuel Colt. (see)
Four pages, good condition.... See More
George Washington makes the front page... Jewish colony in the East Indies...
Item #664001
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1757 The first 2 1/2 pages have reports from the French & Indian War in America, including five letters written by General Braddock datelined Williamsburgh and Alexandria. In the introductory comments on the first page is mention that: "...concerning the territories in America mention'd in the treaty of Utrecht; of several Indian traders se... See More
The dancing ghosts... A Chippewa legend...
Item #663511
September 11, 1849
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, September 11, 1849 Page three has the interesting Chippewa legend, "The Dancing Ghosts", which centers on their response to the Northern Lights phenomenon. The issue also contains much on the issue of slavery and Native Americans, as well as reports related to Westward Expansion.
Complete in four pages,with much political reporting, news of the ... See More
Ben Franklin, George Washington & a notable address on slavery, by a "free negro"...
Item #663474
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, July, 1789 * President George Washington
* Benjamin Franklin
* Early slavery
One of the more successful magazines from 18th century America. Pages 1 & 2 have the "Address of the Governor & Council of North Carolina to his excellency General Washington with his "Answer" signed in type: G. Washington. Other items in this issue i... See More
Hometown reporting from the Capital of the United States.....
Item #662922
January 1, 1885
NATIONAL TRIBUNE, Washington, D.C., 1885-1887
One of our staff member's recently wrote a post on the History's Newsstand Blog regarding this title, and in part described it as "a paper packed full of everyday life," and although published at the seat of government, she continued: "The newsy, small town tone reminds me of my recent time in New England, with the stran... See More
Runaway slave advertisements from 1839...
Item #662436
July 25, 1839
THE GLOBE, City of Washington, July 25, 1839
* Runaway slave advertisements
A front page notice offers a $400 Reward for a runaway "negro man" and a "mulatto boy" with a description of each and details about the reward. (see)
Page 2 has a even more interesting ad headed: "Five Hundred Dollars Reward" which has descriptions of 4 runaway slaves. (see) Unusu... See More
1839 Runaway slave ad...
Item #662143
July 24, 1839
THE GLOBE, City of Washington, July 24, 1839
* Runaway slave advertisement
A front page notice offers a $400 Reward for a runaway "negro man" and a "mulatto boy" with a description of each and details about the reward. (see) Unusual to have an ad such as this from out nation's capital.
Other news and advertisements. Complete in 4 pages, nice condition.
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George Washington talks about independence... Ben Franklin is assassinated?
Item #661838
March 25, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, March 25, 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.
The front page has two Proclamations headed: "By Order of His Exce... See More
George Washington and Sam Adams...
Item #661792
April 16, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 16, 1796 The front page features two Acts of Congress concerning courts, each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
Page 2 has a chart of the latest count for the election of Mass. governor, showing Judge Sumner leading over Gov. Sam Adams.
Four pages, very nice condition.
George Washington script signature... front page...
Item #661791
April 11, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 11, 1795 The front page has an act to amend the act entitled: "An Act to establish the post office and post-roads within the United States," signed in script type by the President: Geo. Washington. Also included is an ad for the comedy: "The JEW: Or, Benevolent Hebrew".
News and other advertisements of the day. Four pages, very nice cond... See More
An American magazine from 1792...
Item #661787
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, February, 1792 The bulk of the issue is taken up with a wide range of eclectic articles as noted on the full title/contents page. Among the articles are: "Topographical Sketches of the County of Essex" "On the Necessity of Caution" "Arithmetick Recommended to the Ladies" "On the Sleep of Plants" "Ceremony of a P... See More
War is declared, beginning the War of 1812...
Item #661756
June 20, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 20, 1812 An inside page has a lengthy: "Declaration of War" which takes over 1 1/2 columns and is signed in type by the President: James Madison. This is followed by related reporting from the "Committee on foreign relations..." which takes over 2 pages. And on the back page is the formal Act of Congress declaring war against England, ... See More
John Wilkes Booth & his brothers... On stage together for the only time...
Item #661736
November 25, 1864
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, Nov. 25, 1864 Although the front page and pages within contain various reports on the Civil War, the most intriguing item is an inconspicuous page 3 advertisement for a theatrical performance at the Winter Garden theater.
A one night performance was set for November 25th to benefit the Shakespeare Statue Fund. The performance featured the three Booth brothers well kn... See More
The Benedict Arnold & Major Andre treason....
Item #661706
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1780 Within the "Historical Chronicle" near the back of the issue is a portion which notes: "...These gentlemen were reply'd to by others in opposition, who in thee accumstom'd style execrated the American war & denounced vengeance on those who had been the cause of it...all the evils with which we are not threatened,
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Abraham Lincoln en route to his inauguration... Jefferson Davis' inaugural address...
Item #661697
February 19, 1861
NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 19, 1861 The entire front page is taken up with excellent & detailed reporting on Abraham Lincoln's journey to Washington for his inauguration, with first column heads including: "THE PRESIDENTIAL PROGRESS" "The Journey of Mr. Lincoln & Suite from Buffalo to Albany" "The Price of Rails Rides on the Engine" "The Reception at... See More
Two slave prints...
Item #661673
April 6, 1861
THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, Apr. 6, 1861 Most of a page is taken up with a print: "The Dandy Slave: A Scene in Baltimore, Md." and "Slaves For Sale: A Scene in New Orleans", both showing slaves dressed in formal attire. A related article: "The Dandy Slave" begins: "Whenever a negro can afford it, he dresses well, sometimes quietly and in good tast... See More
Working to abolish slave trading in the nation's capital...
Item #661670
September 14, 1850
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Sept. 14, 1850 Being the mouthpiece of the federal government it was typical that reports & documents emanating from Congress would appear in print first in this newspaper. Collectors always desire to have notable governmental reports in newspapers from the nation's capital.
Not surprisingly almost all of pages 1 and 2, and a portion o... See More
Acknowledging the end of the War of 1812...
Item #661665
April 20, 1815
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, April 20, 1815 The front page begins with a letter from Gen. Jackson to the Sec. of War acknowledging receipt of the Secretary's letter about the signing of the peace treaty between the U.S. and Great Britain ending the War of 1812, signed in type: Andrew Jackson. Curiously, the historic Battle of New Orleans, led victoriously by Jackson, was fought after
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #661655
October 5, 1863
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
On page 4 is the co... See More
"Twelve Years A Slave"...
Item #661603
January 19, 1853
NEW YORK DAILY TIMES, Jan. 19, 1853 The back page has a report from Washington which includes, in part, some details of the 1841 abduction and subsequent enslavement of freedman Solomon Northup as described in his 1853 memoir "Twelve Years a Slave" and depicted in the 2013 Oscar-winning film based on his account. Part of the subhead notes: "...the Kidnapping Case--Experi... See More
Early mention of George Washington...
Item #661574
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1755 There are no less than two high points in this issue, the first being an article headed: "Gov. Dinwiddie's Speech to the Assembly of Virginia" in which he relates various reports from the French & Indian War, including mention of "...general Braddock, commander in chief of all his majesty's forces on this continent... See More
Washington's inauguration...
Item #661550
WALKER'S HIBERNIAN MAGAZINE, (Dublin, Ireland), July, 1789 Bill Reese notes in one of his catalogs: "This important Irish monthly was founded in 1771 and continued until 1811, the later years under the auspices of Thomas Walker's son, Joseph. During its long run in its different incarnations, the "Hibernian Magazine" filled the role of a general Dublin periodical... See More
Letter from Washington to the people of Brunswick, Virginia...
Item #661427
October 24, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 24, 1795 Page 2 has the: "Answer Of the President to the Brunswick, Virginia, Proceedings" relating to the Jay Treaty, which is signed by him in type: G. Washington.
Four pages, bit of foxing, generally nice condition.
Sherman's march to the sea...
Item #661357
December 24, 1864
THE VERMONT CHRONICLE, Windsor, Dec. 24, 1864
* General William T. Sherman
* March to the sea
* Savannah, Georgia reached
Page 4 has: "News From Sherman" which reports on his successes in the South and his advance towards Savannah.
Also: "Slavery in Kentucky" "Schools For Colored Children in Washington, D.C." and more.
Eight pages, rejoined at the spin... See More
Reporting the end of the Civil War and events relating to Lincoln's assassination...
Item #661356
April 27, 1865
THE WORLD, New York, April 27, 1865
* Abraham Lincoln's funeral
* Closing events of the Civil War
Although much of the issue is taken up with the closing events of the Civil War, some inside pages have nice content concerning the Lincoln assassination, including reports: "The Funeral Train" "Reception of the President's Remains in the State Capital" "A... See More
The Fugitive Slave Act is approved by the Senate...
Item #661352
September 16, 1850
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., a trio of consecutive issues dated Sept. 14, 17, & 19, 1850
* Fugitive Slave Act of 1850
* Passes the United States Senate
* Southern slave holders & Northern Free-Soilers
* Best title to be had from our nation's capital (rare
Being the mouthpiece of the federal government it was typical that reports & documents emanating from Cong... See More
Laying the cornerstone of the Washington Monument...
Item #661323
July 6, 1848
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 6, 1848
* Washington Monument - obelisk
* Laying the cornerstone - construction
* Beast title to be had ? - rare a such
This would be the best newspaper to be had for the ceremonial laying of the cornerstone of the Washington Monument.
Taking the entirety of page 2 and a port of page 3 is extensive reporting headed: "Mr. Wint... See More
Follow-up to Gettysburg, and so much more...
Item #660985
July 8, 1863
DAILY RICHMOND EXAMINER, Virginia, July 8, 1863 Not only is this a nice newspaper from the Confederacy, but it is from the Confederate capital.
A great issue on the events surrounding the Battle of Gettysburg, with reaction of nearby cities, the retreat & pursuit of the Confederates, reports on the events immediately following Gettysburg, and more.
The front page includes: "... See More
Death & funeral of President Harrison...
Item #660888
April 10, 1841
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, April 10, 1841 Wide black "mourning" rules on all columns on all 16 pages for the death of the President. Page 3 has the report headed: "National Affairs" "Death of the President of the U. States" with various particulars (see for portions). Additional details carry over to the following pages with: "Report of the Ph... See More
The 1st African-American slave to formally practice medicine...
Item #660785
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), January, 1789 * James Derham, esteemed and promoted by Dr. Benjamin Rush - 1st African American (and slave) to officially practice medicine
* Thomas Fuller - an uneducated slave with incredible mathematical ability
* Reflections upon Lexington & Concord
The most noteworthy article begins on page 61 under the heading, "At a meeting of the ... See More
Letter from President John Adams...
Item #660719
February 27, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Feb. 27, 1799
* 18th century American title
Page 2 has a letter to the House of Rep. signed in type by the President: John Adams, concerning France. Page 3 has mention of the birthday of George Washington. Much reporting from Congress.
Four pages, ornate masthead, light rubbing & toning at the top quadrant, good condition. Bit c... See More
Office seekers at the White House...
Item #660681
April 15, 1893
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, April 15, 1893 Front full pg. illus. of "Rear-Admiral Bancroft Gherardi, U.S.N." Inside is a 1/4 pg. illus. of "The Clearing House of the New York Stock Exchange." Several portraits of "Some New Appointments." 2/3 pg. illus. of "A Reception at the Art Museum, Cincinnati." Two full pgs. of illus. pertaining to "Stockh... See More
Much on Lincoln as he heads to Washington...
Item #660625
February 18, 1861
NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 18, 1861
* Abraham Lincoln as the president elect
* His journey to Washington D.C.
Among the front page column heads are: "Arrival of President Davis at Montgomery" "Southern Rights and Institutions to be Maintained at All Hazards" "The Southern Confederacy".
Page 4 has much on Abraham Lincoln, including many comments on the e... See More
Selling building lots in Washington, D.C...
Item #660602
September 27, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, September 27, 1791
* Washington D.C. land lots for sale
* Early United States government era
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 1... See More
The Department of State is created...
Item #660593
July 29, 1789
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, July 29, 1789
* Department of State creation
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.
Holdin... See More
First newspaper published in Alaska...
Item #660556
February 5, 1870
THE ALASKA TIMES, Sitka, A.T. (Alaska Territory), Feb. 5, 1870
* Very rare title
This is a very rare newspaper which began in Sitka in 1869, the first newspaper published in Alaska (an earlier "Alaska Herald" from 1868 was actually published in San Francisco). It proved to not be profitable, so later in 1870 the publisher moved the newspaper to Seattle and continued publicati... See More
On the raid on Camp St. Clair... On building the new federal capital...
Item #660462
December 21, 1792
THE FEDERAL GAZETTE & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 21, 1792 The front page is filled with ads including 4 illustrated ship ads. Also on the ftpg. is an ad headed: "City of Washington" concerning the early building of the future capital, beginning: "The Commissioners of the Federal Buildings will contract for the following quantity of best yellow pine flooring plank.... See More
Very rare title from Philadelphia...
Item #660452
December 23, 1796
THE NEW WORLD, Philadelphia, Dec. 23, 1796 Page 2 has not one but two addresses to George Washington from the Virginia legislature, offering thanks for his public service.
A quite rare title, and until a recent find, the very first we have offered in our 43 years. It published for exactly one year.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Vermont extends thanks to the President: Washington's response...
Item #660450
December 16, 1796
THE NEW WORLD, Philadelphia, Dec. 16, 1796 Page 2 has an address of the Vermont Legislature to the President, offering thanks for his public service. Following this is his response signed in type: Go. Washington.
A quite rare title, and until a recent find, the very first we have offered in our 43 years. It published for exactly one year.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice ... See More
Washington to Congress concerning Spain...
Item #660423
December 28, 1793
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Dec. 28, 1793 Page 2 contains various reports from Congress which includes a letter from the President to Congress on relations with Spain, signed in type: G. Washington.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, small piece from a bottom blank margin, great condition.
First election of Abraham Lincoln...
Item #660381
November 8, 1860
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., November 8, 1860 This is the tri-weekly edition of this famous newspaper which is perhaps the best newspaper to have with news on any Presidential election, being from the nation's capital.
The front page has a report: "The Presidential Election" which begins: "As it has been currently supposed within the last few weeks that the i... See More
Singular honor to George Washington...
Item #660350
January 25, 1799
THE SUN, London, Jan. 25, 1799
* President George Washington
* Honored in United States Congress
* re. John Adams' State of the Union Address
Page 3 begins with a report from New York: "When General Washington came into Congress Hall to hear the President's Speech, the members of both Houses rose to him--an honour never before paid to any but the President himself.... See More
Reconsidering Washington's Farewell Address...
Item #660157
October 27, 1802
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 27, 1802 The front page has nearly 1 1/2 columns taken up with some comments on Washington's Farewell Address, beginning: "Coming across Gen. Washington's Farewell Address the other day, I was led to give it another reading..." with much more.
Four pages never-trimmed margins, a bit irregular at the spine, good condition.
Huddy-Asgill Affair: Washington directed to set Capt. Asgill free...
Item #660152
December 10, 1782
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, Dec. 10, 1782 A very handsome issue with ornate lettering in the masthead makes is nice for display.
The prime content is the page 2 reporting on the Huddy-Asgill Affair. Website have full details, but in brief Capt. Huddy, an American officer, was hanged by the British in reprisal for the killing of a Loyalist. Washington ... See More
Capture of Jefferson Davis: in a woman's dress...
Item #660132
June 3, 1865
FRANK LESLIE'S NEWSPAPER, New York, June 3, 1865
* Confederate President Jefferson Davis
* Caught wearing women's clothes print
* Trial of the conspirators w/ print
See the photo for the fascinating front page illustration which is captioned: "Capture of Jefferson Davis, At Irwinsville, Ga., at Daybreak on May 10th by Col. Pritchard and Men of Wilson's Corps." s... See More
Discussing the northern & western boundaries of Texas...
Item #660131
August 12, 1850
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 12, 1850 Most of pages 1 and 2 are taken up with the lengthy & detailed: "Debate In The Senate" concerning the: "Texan Boundary" issue. It begins with: "The Senate having under consideration the bill 'proposing to the State of Texas the establishment of her northern and western boundaries..." with much... See More
Teasing the competition... Civil War maps...
Item #660129
December 11, 1861
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 11, 1861 The front page has two interesting features: first, a nice Civil War map headed: "Topographical Map Of Virginia. From Leesburgh to Mathias Point and the Rappahannock, including Washington & Manassas." showing much detail.
Secondly, there are two cartoons making fun of the newspaper's competition, the New York Herald, with the first showing: &q... See More
Salisbury Connecticut... Hunterstown, Canada...
Item #659742
June 10, 1854
GLEASON'S PICTORIAL, Boston, June 10, 1854
* Andrew Jackson
* The Tocconuc Mountains
This particular issue has the following woodcuts: Monument to the late Richard Johnson, at Frankfort, Kentucky - Equestrian Statue of Andrew Jackson, at Washington - Tocconuc Mountains, and Twin Lakes, Salisbury, Connecticut - Site of the Revolutionary Foundry, Salisbury, Connecticut - Lumbering e... See More
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