Mormon Issues
In addition to the issues shown below, we have many 19th century issues from Salt Lake City which are not available on our website. If interested, please be in touch.Mormon Issues
In addition to the issues shown below, we have many 19th century issues from Salt Lake City which are not available on our website. If interested, please be in touch.
Gentleman's newspaper from 17th century England...
Item #562606
March 14, 1693
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, dated March 14, 1693 This was a fine gentlemen's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 300 years old.
This newspaper was done in question/answer format. Among the questions are: "If there be any such Creatures as Pigmies, where d
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This newspaper was done in question/answer format. Among the questions are: "If there be any such Creatures as Pigmies, where d
Virginia... Repeal of the British Jew Bill of 1753...
Item #550107
April 1, 1754
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1754 (with 2 plates)
* The Jew Bill is repealed
The prime content in this issue would be under the heading: "A Summary of the Proceedings in the Last Sessions of Parlament..." which reports on the repeal of the famous Jew Bill of 1753. In 1753 a bill passed Parliament to allow Jews to become naturalized citizens but an uproa
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* The Jew Bill is repealed
The prime content in this issue would be under the heading: "A Summary of the Proceedings in the Last Sessions of Parlament..." which reports on the repeal of the famous Jew Bill of 1753. In 1753 a bill passed Parliament to allow Jews to become naturalized citizens but an uproa
Virginia... Repeal of the Jew Bill...
Item #556123
April 1, 1754
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1754 (with three plates)
* The Jew Bill is repealed
The prime content in this issue would be under the heading: "A Summary of the Proceedings in the Last Sessions of Parliament..." which reports on the repeal of the famous Jew Bill of 1753. In 1753 a bill passed Parliament to allow Jews to become naturalized citizens but an uproar caused... See More
Early mention of George Washington... Map of the colonies from 1755...
Item #586519
July 1, 1755
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, 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 ... See More
Treaty Ends French Indian War...
Item #120771
March 1, 1763
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, March, 1763 This issue contains one of the more significant documents of the 18th century, being "The Definitive Treaty of Friendship of Peace between his Britannick Majesty, the Most Christian King, and the King of Spain, Concluded at Paris, the 10th day of Feb., 1763...". Resulting from it, France gives up Nova Scotia, Cape Breton, the St. Law... See More
Treaty ending the French & Indian War...
Item #582437
March 1, 1763
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1763
* French & Indian War ending treaty
This issue contains one of the more significant documents of the 18th century, being "The Definitive Treaty of Friendship of Peace between his Britannick Majesty, the Most Christian King, and the King of Spain, Concluded at Paris, the 10th day of Feb., 1763...". Resulting from it, France giv... See More
Debate on the Maryland Constitution in 1763...
Item #212250
November 1, 1763
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1763 Over two pages within are taken up with: "Queries Relative to the Constitution of Maryland" which raises such questions as: "Does not the legislature of Maryland consist of three branches...?...Who composes the Upper House?...Does not the council consist of 12 members when compleat?...Who sits as judges in the superior co
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Post Continental Congress....
Item #558398
September 19, 1787
THE MASSACHUSETTS CENTINEL, Boston, September 19, 1787 This issue was published two days after the Continental Congress endorsed the final form of the Constitution. The front page has news items datelined from Philadelphia, New York, Bennington, Paris, and London.
A pg. 2 item notes: "Emigration to the western territory goes on with as much spirit & enterprize as could reasonably be expe... See More
Indian matters...
Item #556876
October 24, 1791
CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, October 24, 1791 Page 2 has news from the territory "South of the Ohio" concerning various Indians matters, with mention of "Mocassen Gap, in Clinch mountain".
A page 3 report under "Hartford" says that Amasa Larned was chosen to be a Representative in Congress "...in the room of the Hon. Roger Sherman, appointed a Senator.&q... See More
American magazine from the 1700's...
Item #552471
September 1, 1792
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, September, 1792
* Rare 18th century American magazine
First page has: "Description of the Upper Ferry on the River Schuylkill, near the city of Philadelphia" (plate not present).
Also in this issue are: "History of the Smallpox" "A Hint to the Ladies" "Method of Imitating Certain Wines" "An Oration Delivered... See More
John Watts...
Item #555619
November 14, 1792
CONCORD HERALD, Concord, New Hampshire, November 14, 1792
* John Watts
* Uncommon title
On page 3 under "Virginia" is news from the "New River" in the territory south of the Ohio stating that the Indians "...with the noted John Watts at their head..." had started a march against the "frontier settlements" but returned to their &qu... See More
South Western Territory description...
Item #560135
November 5, 1795
CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New-Haven, November 5, 1795 From the Philadelphia Gazette, page 2 has: "A short description of the South Western Territory, in a letter from a resident there, dated July, 1795." The letter is actually quite detailed taking most of two columns. This area occupied all of Tennessee and more.
First leaf has a few minor holes, one in this content affecting one word... See More
Early land survey of America...
Item #573673
March 16, 1796
THE NEW-YORK WEEKLY MAGAZINE, March 16, 1796
* Early land survey of America
The content within this 8 page newspaper is almost entirely literary, but one "Anecdote" notes: "Thomas Hutchins, Geographer to the United States, reports there are 589,000,000 acres of land comprized in the territory of the Union.".
Measures about 8 1/2 by 10 1/2 inches, and has various ... See More
The Jay Treaty: preventing another war...
Item #590982
March 16, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 16 & 19, 1796 A very significant pair of issues as they contain, in its entirety, the full text of the Jay Treaty, one of the more significant 18th century documents in American history.
Taking much of the ftpg. and part of page 2 in the issue of the 16th is part of Jay's Treaty through Article 12. Prefacing the Treaty is a "Proclamation" ... See More
George Washington signature...
Item #560377
April 13, 1796
CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New-Haven, Connecticut, April 13, 1796
* President George Washington's message
* Early Florida
Page 2 has a message from the President to the House of Representatives concerning a treaty with Spain, signed in type: Go. Washington. The letter concerns the ratification of the treaty, and the meeting of the commissioners for running the boundary line between the "... See More
William Henry Harrison....
Item #208780
November 13, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 13, 1799 A page 2 report states: "Captain William Henry Harrison is chosen delegate to Congress, from the North Western Territory. Capt. H. is a very respectable gentleman, and of course, a friend to government." Occasional foxing otherwise in good condition.
The dismissal of Governor Sargent...
Item #598462
September 23, 1801
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 23, 1801 The front page has nearly 2 columns of text which begin: "The dismissal of Gov. Sargent from the government of the Mississippi Territory is a subject of general conversation..." which also includes a letter signed: Henry Knox, to President Thomas Jefferson. Also a letter signed: James Madison and another from: Winthrop Sargent.
Four pages... See More
William Henry Harrison - 1803 Indiana...
Item #212844
August 10, 1803
NEW-YORK HERALD, Aug. 10, 1803.
* William Henry Harrison
* Indiana Territory
* Indians
Page 3 has an extract of a letter mentioning the arrival of the governor of the Indiana Territory (William Henry Harrison) at Vincennes, where he concluded a treaty with the Indians resulting in the acquisition of two million acres in the neighborhood of Vincennes. Other news of the day as well. 4
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* William Henry Harrison
* Indiana Territory
* Indians
Page 3 has an extract of a letter mentioning the arrival of the governor of the Indiana Territory (William Henry Harrison) at Vincennes, where he concluded a treaty with the Indians resulting in the acquisition of two million acres in the neighborhood of Vincennes. Other news of the day as well. 4
Early New Orleans...
Item #561065
December 24, 1803
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, December 24, 1803
* Early New Orleans Louisiana
* General James Wilkinson
A page 2 item from "New Orleans" says:
* It is expected that the troops, under Gen. Wilkinson are now on their way to take possession of the territory of which this city is the capital ...
plus a few more details.
Other news of the day with many ads. 4 pages in good con... See More
Very early from Maine... Washington's historic letter to his angry officers...
Item #571824
August 6, 1804
JENKS' PORTLAND GAZETTE, Maine, August 6, 1804
* Very early & rare from Maine Territory
* re. George Washington
Although this newspaper was published in present-day Maine, at the time it was part of Massachusetts, not joining the union until 1820 when it was part of the Missouri Compromise. This is one of the earliest "Maine" newspapers we have offered. Pages 2 & ... See More
Natchez Mississippi...
Item #212852
July 6, 1805
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 6, 1805 A page 2 report from Natchez, Mississippi, says: On the 13th. inst. Robert Williams, Esq. was inducted into the office as Governor of this Territory, in the town of Washington. Back page has the Ode Of the Young Federal Republicans of Boston, July 4, 1805. Other news of the day includes: "The Fleets !" "Port Of Boston" &quo
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Detroit MI Built In 1807...
Item #212829
January 22, 1807
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Jan. 22, 1807.
* Detroit Michigan Being Erected
* Early Michigan Territory News
A page 2 report begins: Detroit, in the territory of Michigan, has been erected into a city. A few more details about the city government and the officials. Other news of the day includes: "Extract Letter From New Orleans" "Congress" "Turnpike Shares for Sale" and much more
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* Detroit Michigan Being Erected
* Early Michigan Territory News
A page 2 report begins: Detroit, in the territory of Michigan, has been erected into a city. A few more details about the city government and the officials. Other news of the day includes: "Extract Letter From New Orleans" "Congress" "Turnpike Shares for Sale" and much more
Black Beard, the play... Florida and Mississippi issues...
Item #580358
February 22, 1811
THE REPERTORY, Boston, Massachusetts, February 22, 1881 The front page of this issue features an article "BLACK BEARD -- The Pirate" which is an interesting information as to the current play which was being held, however as one reads on, it is stated that "From this outline it would appear that the represented spectacle by no means illustates (illustrates) the truth of the hi... See More
Church and State Article....
Item #213358
March 9, 1811
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, from Boston, dated March 9, 1811.
* Separation Of Church And State
* 1811 Original Report
Page 2 has a rather inconspicuous report under National Legislature that mentions not only a rare veto by the President, but also concerned a religious establishment issue. The report says: The bill for incorporating a Baptist Society in the Mississippi
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* Separation Of Church And State
* 1811 Original Report
* James Madison
Page 2 has a rather inconspicuous report under National Legislature that mentions not only a rare veto by the President, but also concerned a religious establishment issue. The report says: The bill for incorporating a Baptist Society in the Mississippi
Interesting "Church And State" item...
Item #548391
March 12, 1811
THE REPERTORY, Boston, Massachusetts, March 12, 1811
* Church and State
* President James Madison
* Early 19th century original from America
On page 2 under "National Legislature" is a rather inconspicuous report that mentions not only a rare veto by the President, but also concerned a religious establishment issue. The report says: "The bill for ... See More
Wabash Indians prophet...
Item #548972
September 18, 1811
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Massachusetts, September 18, 1811
* Indiana Territory
* Wabash Indians prophet
Page 2 has a brief report about the "Indian War, reads: "All the accounts from the Westward state, that Gov. Harrison, of the Indiana Territory, was determined to drive the Prophet and his tribe from their places of powaw [sic] on the Wabash"
Other news ... See More
Commodore Perry and Gen. Harrison...
Item #572048
October 2, 1813
NEW-YORK SPECTATOR, New York, October 2, 1813 The frontpage of this issue contains a header "Private Correspondence" with the dateline "Chilicothe, (Ohio) Sept. 17" which contains reports on Commodore Perry and Gen. Harrison. "Gen. Harrison had marched his whole force to the margin of the lake, ready to embark the moment of the return of the fleet. It was believed the Brit... See More
Early St. Louis Missouri MO in 1816....
Item #217456
January 11, 1816
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Jan. 11, 1816.
* Early St. Louis Missouri Territory MO census
The front page has a brief report stating: From a late Census, it appears the town of St. Louis, in the Missouri Territory, contains 2000 souls, and the county, exclusive of the town, 5895, making 7895 in all. Other news of the day includes: "Gen. Carnot" "Military Pay" "The legisla
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* Early St. Louis Missouri Territory MO census
The front page has a brief report stating: From a late Census, it appears the town of St. Louis, in the Missouri Territory, contains 2000 souls, and the county, exclusive of the town, 5895, making 7895 in all. Other news of the day includes: "Gen. Carnot" "Military Pay" "The legisla
Allowing Indiana to become a state...
Item #543578
June 1, 1816
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 1, 1816
* Indiana will become a state
Perhaps the best content in this issue is an article headed: "Laws of the United States. An Act to enable the people of the Indiana Territory to form a constitution & state government & for the admission of such a state into the union...' which takes over a full pg. and is signed in type by H. ... See More
Allowing Indiana to become a state...
Item #549682
June 1, 1816
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 1, 1816
* Indiana will become a state
Perhaps the best content in this issue is an article headed: "Laws of the United States. An Act to enable the people of the Indiana Territory to form a constitution & state government & for the admission of such a state into the union...' which takes over a full pg. and is signed in type by H. ... See More
A 1816 visit with Daniel Boone...
Item #587228
June 15, 1816
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 15, 1816
* A visit with Daniel Boone
* Rare mention of this famous frontiersman
An inside page has half a column headed: "Colonel Boone" which tells of a visit to Fort Osage, Missouri Territory, by Daniel Boone, including in part: "We have been honored by a visit from col. Boone, the first settler of Kentucky...He has establi... See More
Six Acts of Congress, each signed by President James Madison...
Item #595142
August 20, 1816
NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT, Concord, Aug. 20, 1816 The front page has a lengthy Act of Congress establishing the various post roads, listed by state & territory, signed in type: James Madison. This is followed by 5 other Acts of Congress, each signed: James Madison. The back page has an article: "Mammoth Cave" in Kentucky.
Four pages, nice condition.... See More
Item #539083
December 16, 1816
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Dec. 16, 1816.
* Early Mississippi Territory
* Gibson Pennsylvnaia
A page 2 item says:
* The inhabitants of the Mississippi territory, have in convention resolved to petition Congress to be admitted as a state into the union.
Another items says:
* A quarry of oil stone, of superior quality, has been discovered in Gibson,... See More
Early Mississippi census with slaves...
Item #549292
December 21, 1816
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Massachusetts, December 21, 1816
* Early Mississippi census with slaves
* 19th century original reading
A page 2 report about the "Mississippi Territory" says: "It appears from the census lately taken, that the total population of the Mississippi Territory is 75,746. Of this number 30,504 are slaves"
Other news of the day... See More
Praying for Indiana to be admitted...
Item #541170
January 16, 1817
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Massachusetts, January 16, 1817
* Mississippi Territory admission to the Union ?
* Indiana constitution
On page 2 under "National Legislation" is business from the Senate, including word that: "Mr. Morrow presented the memorial of the Mississippi Legislature, praying for admission of said Territory as a State into the Union."
Also word... See More
Item #538494
April 10, 1817
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, April 10, 1817 A page 2 report from Agustus, (Geo.) states in part that:
* ...Gen. Jackson is now superintending the erection of a cannon and cannonball foundery on Shoal creek, Madison county, Mississippi Territory... and a few more details.
Other news of the day with advertisements. 4 pages in good condition.... See More
Capture of Amelia Island, Florida...
Item #549564
August 9, 1817
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, August 9, 1817
* Capture of Amelia Island, Florida
One of the reports in this issue is headed "Florida" and includes: "...says that M'Gregor has issued a quantity of script, made payable by the delivery of lands in Florida to the holders...Accounts from Amelia Island to the 20th ult. inform us that McGregor then remained there or... See More
Capture of Amelia Island, Florida...
Item #549669
August 9, 1817
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, August 9, 1817
* Capture of Amelia Island, Florida
One of the reports in this issue is headed "Florida" and includes: "...says that M'Gregor has issued a quantity of script, made payable by the delivery of lands in Florida to the holders...Accounts from Amelia Island to the 20th ult. inform us that McGregor then remained there organiz... See More
Illinois... not enough inhabitants to be a state?
Item #541639
July 20, 1818
BOSTON COMMERCIAL GAZETTE, July 20, 1818.
* Early Illinois Territory
* Population to become a State ?
Page 2 has an interesting report that says:
* "The Illinois Territory it will be recollected was admitted into the Union as a state, at the last session of Congress--but a preliminary condition for the formation of a state constitution was that it should appear from an enumeration... See More
Alabama has the required population for statehood...
Item #538242
October 26, 1818
BOSTON COMMERCIAL GAZETTE, Oct. 26, 1818.
* Alabama set for Statehood
* Population reaches over 40,000
A pg. 2 report says "It is expected that the Alabama Territory will be admitted into the Union at the next session of congress as it already contains between 60 and 100,000 inhabitants."
Forty thousand is the number required.
Other news of the day with several a... See More
1819 American Flag Poem...
Item #210940
June 9, 1819
MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, June 9, 1819 On the back page under Poetry is an inspiring poem: The American Flag. News of the day includes: "Capt. Biddle's Letter" "Bank Bills" "Sea-Serpent Returned" "MISSOURI TERRITORY" Many interesting advertisements as well. Archival mend to a minor tear in the text of the poem, otherwise in good condition..
Patriotic poem...
Item #550894
June 9, 1819
MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Worcester, MA, June 9, 1819
* Patriotic poem
* Early 19th century original
The back page has a patriotic & inspirational poem: "The American Flag"
News of the day includes: "Sea-Serpent Returned" "Missouri Territory" and more with advertisements.
Area of lite dampstaining in the lower right... See More
1820 Chippewa Land Treaty...
Chippewa Indians
Item #200301
July 24, 1820
BOSTON COMMERCIAL GAZETTE, July 24, 1820 "Indian News" on pg. 2 has a letter from Sault St. Marie providing details about a meeting with the Indians and a subsequent boundary treaty with the Chippewas, mentioning they ceded sixteen square miles of territory "at this place". Occasional foxing.
1820 Cumberland Road Act By James Monroe...
Item #211469
August 15, 1820
NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT & STATE GAZETTE, Concord, Aug. 15, 1820 The front page has: An Act to authorize the appointment of Commissioners to lay out the Road therein mentioned, signed in type: James Monroe re. continuation of the Cumberland Road. Also a report stating that Gov. Cass, of the Michigan Territory, completed a treaty with the Chippewa Indians in which they ceded sixteen squa... See More
Jefferson City becomes the capital of Missouri... Benefits for Revolutionary War veterans...
Item #573187
February 23, 1822
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, Feb. 23, 1822
* Jefferson City, Missouri, becomes capital
Inside has a report headed: "Mexico" which begins: "The direct news from Mexico...is that the whole kingdom has declared independence & sworn to maintain it...A provisional government is in operation & in the latter part of the month of December delegates to... See More
The Long Expedition to the Rocky Mountains... LaFayette...
Item #572561
October 5, 1822
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, Oct. 5, 1822
Inside has: "Expedition to the Rocky Mountains" prefaced with: "Extracts from the history of the expedition from Pittsburg to the Rocky Mountains, in the year 1819 under command of major Long." The expedition of Major Stephen H. Long--the first scientific exploration of the Louisiana Territory to be accompanie... See More
Creation of the Memphis Road to Little Rock... Indian removal...
Item #561137
February 3, 1824
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., February 3, 1824
* Early Midwest travel
* Memphis, Tennessee to Little Rock, Arkansas road
* Indians removal
On page 2 under an engraving of an eagle and shield is:
* An Act to authorize the surveying and making of a road from a point opposite to Memphis, in the State of Tennessee, to Little Rock, in the Territory of Arkansas...
signed in typ... See More
Creation of the Memphis to Little Rock Road...
Item #557040
February 11, 1824
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Massachusetts, February 11, 1824
* President James Monroe act
* Early road act
* Memphis, Tennessee
* Little Rock, Arkansas
On the front page under an engraving of a variation of the Great Seal is:
* An Act to authorize the surveying and making a road from a point opposite to Memphis, in the State of Tennessee, to Little Rock, in the territory of Arkansas..... See More
Early Washtenaw County Michigan in 1826....
Item #217457
September 1, 1826
BOSTON RECORDER AND TELEGRAPH, Sept. 1, 1826.
* Early Washtenaw County Michigan - 3,000 inhabitants - Indian territory
On page 3 under Domestic is a brief item: Washtenaw county, in Michigan Territory, which three years ago contained but a single white inhabitant, has now a population of three thousand. Other news of the day includes: "Palestine Mission" "Williams College" "Steam Boa
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* Early Washtenaw County Michigan - 3,000 inhabitants - Indian territory
On page 3 under Domestic is a brief item: Washtenaw county, in Michigan Territory, which three years ago contained but a single white inhabitant, has now a population of three thousand. Other news of the day includes: "Palestine Mission" "Williams College" "Steam Boa
First elections in the Florida Territory...
Item #563492
September 15, 1826
BOSTON RECORDER & TELEGRAPH, Boston, Massachusetts, September 15, 1826
* Florida Territory elections for 1st time
Page 3 has a historic report reading, in full:
* An election is to be held in Florida on the first Monday in Oct. for the first time...in that territory. Thirteen members of the Legislative Council are to be chosen, in conformity with the act of Congress of the last sess... See More
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