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Ships for America... Fire in Frankfort's Jewish district...
Item #570363
January 31, 1719
THE POST-BOY, London, January 31, 1719
* Early shipping to America
* Judaica - Jewish
One of the more decorative 18th century issues with two ornate engravings in the masthead, and the first letter on the ftpg. very embellished (see).
The front page has several items including a report from Frankfort: "A great Fire in the Jews Street hath consumed here about a hundred and ten of thei... See More
Settling Georgia...
Item #540117
March 1, 1735
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1735
* Settling Georgia : Savannah & Ebenezer
* A poem re: dogs
Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "A Custom with Portuguese Ladies" "Coffee House Politicians" "Of Mad Dogs" "In Praise of Dogs, a Poem" "Of Female Slander" "Immorality of Several Popes" "Reaso... See More
Judaica content... Oglethorpe reports new towns created in Georgia...
Item #543068
January 1, 1737
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1737
* Oglethorpe on creating the Georgia towns of Augusta, Frederica, Darien, & Ebenezer
Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "Mr. Facio's Letter Concerning the Hebrew Accents" "An Instance of the Excellent Use of the Hebrew Accents" "Literal Translations of the Hebrew Code Ungrammatical, Fals... See More
Eastern Canada described... The Jacobite Rebellion...
Item #121194
February 1, 1746
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1746 Included is a lengthy article concerning the: "...Maps drawn for...History of New France..." which takes over six pages & is very descriptive of the eastern portion of Canada.
Other items of interest in this issue include reports on the Jacobite Rebellion with: "Rebels' Account of the Battle of Falkirk" "P... See More
Terrific map of eastern Canada... The Jacobite Rebellion...
Item #576489
February 1, 1746
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1746 Certainly the prime content in this issue is the quite large foldout map titled in the ornate cartouche: "A New Chart of the Coast of NEW ENGLAND, NOVA SCOTIA, NEW FRANCE or CANADA with the Island of Newfoundland, Cape Breton, St. John's, etc...". The map show much great detail of this portion of present-day Canada, from Labr... See More
Foldout map of Bergen Op Zoom, The Netherlands...
Item #202637
August 1, 1747
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1747
* Bergen Op Zoom - Netherlands map
Perhaps the prime item in this issue is the foldout map titled: "The Marquisate and Plan of Bergen Op Zoom with the French Camp and Attacks, by an engineer, 1747". Much detail on this area of The Netherlands (see ). This map is in nice condition but is close-trimmed at the right edg... See More
Foldout map of Bergen Op Zoom, The Netherlands...
Item #583904
August 1, 1747
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1747
* Bergen Op Zoom - Netherlands map
Perhaps the prime item in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "The Marquisate and Plan of Bergen Op Zoom with the French Camp and Attacks, by an engineer, 1747". Much detail on this area of The Netherlands (see photos). This map is in nice condition but is close-t
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* Bergen Op Zoom - Netherlands map
Perhaps the prime item in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "The Marquisate and Plan of Bergen Op Zoom with the French Camp and Attacks, by an engineer, 1747". Much detail on this area of The Netherlands (see photos). This map is in nice condition but is close-t
Pre-Revolutionary War magazine.. .Anti-Jacobite Creed...
Item #209529
January 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1748 The issue begins with an: "Extract of a Letter Giving an Account of a Survey of the N. West Coast of England..." with a small print on page 2 (see). Also in this issue: "Of the Invention of Shorthand" with a full page of characters of words (see); "An Anti-Jacobite's Creed, Alluding to Indiscriminate Charges in ... See More
Day of thanksgiving in Boston...
1748 music writing machine....
Item #210764
February 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1748 Interesting articles in this issue include: "Invention of Writing Music by Playing It" with two small illustrations (see); "Articles For a General Peace" "Introduction to Heraldry" "A Religious Tax Proposed" "Proclamation Against Commerce with France".
Interesting articles in this is... See More
Day of thanksgiving in Boston...
Foldout map of Africa...
Item #589831
February 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1748 Certainly the prime content in this issue is the very nice foldout map of "AFRICA", which shows considerable detail of the entire continent, at least as much as was known over 250 years ago. Included also is the Saudi Arabia peninsula, portions of present-day Iraq and Iran, as well as the very southern tips of Italy (including Si... See More
Riots in Boston...
Item #221870
April 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1748 Among the items in this issue are a full page map headed: "Plan of the Late Fire in Cornhill" with a listing of the various tenants displaced by the fire; "Observations of a New Comet" with a related small print; "Description of the Imperial City of Aix La Chappelle", "Account of the Fortress of Maestricht&q... See More
Terrific 18th century ship illustration...
Item #592876
July 1, 1748
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1748
* Great ship illustration
Certainly the feature item in this issue is a terrific, full page illustration of: "A Ship Of War", with considerable detail, and with most of the facing page having the "Explanation to a Ship of War of the third Rate with Rigging, &c., at Anchor". The "Explanation" numerically iden... See More
Some discussion of the Treaty of Aix la Chapelle...
Item #210697
October 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1748 One of the better items in this issue is discussion of the proceedings at Aix la Chapelle towards the treaty that would end tthe War of the Austrian Succession in Europe. A bit further on is: "The Substance of the Articles of the Definitive Treaty of Peace" which takes over a full page.
Present is the plate of coats-of-arms... See More
Treaty of Aix-La-Chapelle...
Item #200486
November 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November,1748 The most significant content in this issue would be the "General & Definitive Treaty of Peace", more commonly known as the Treaty of Aix la Chapelle which ended the War of the Austrian Succession. This treaty takes five pages.
Other items in this issue are: "A Pulmonic Machine" with a print of it, appearing to be mu... See More
Treaty Of Aix-la-Chapelle...
Item #205598
November 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November,1748 The most significant content in this issue would be the "General & Definitive Treaty of Peace", more commonly known as the Treaty of Aix la Chapelle which ended the War of the Austrian Succession. This treaty takes five pages.
Other items in this issue are: "A Pulmonic Machine" with a print of it, appearing to be mu... See More
Bonnie Prince Charlie captured in Paris...
Item #567690
December 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1748 The issue begins with: "The Case of the Poor British Slaves in Morocco". Other articles in this issue include: "Letter from Paris Relating to the Young Chevalier" which tells of the Jacobite son of James III, also known as "The Young Pretender" or "Bonnie Prince Charlie", being captured in Paris whil... See More
Item #121050
January 1, 1749
THE REMEMBRANCER, London, 1749-1750. A very uncomnon newspaper from well before either the French & Indian or Revolutionary Wars. Four pages, various news & events of the day plus many ads as well. Includes a partial red-inked tax stamp. In great condition! Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown, a... See More
A female soldier in the 18th century...
Item #548920
July 1, 1750
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1750 Perhaps the most intriguing article in this issue is the first, titled: "Some Account of Hannah Snell, the Female Soldier", a British woman who disguised herself as a man and became a soldier. See the hyperlink for her fascinating story. There is a nice print of her on the front page & the article takes close to 2 pag... See More
Manis animal print... Wooden bridges...
Item #556384
November 1, 1750
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, November, 1750
* Manis - Asian & African animal w/ print
A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its
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* Manis - Asian & African animal w/ print
A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its
Incas of Peru... Indian troubles in the South...
Item #212030
February 1, 1752
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1752 Among the various articles of interest in this issue are: "History of the Incas of Peru" "Description of a Machine for Raising Water" which a nearly half page illustration; "Diseases of the Virgin Islands & their Remedies" Method of Practice in...Surgery in the West Indies" "Monstrous Birth" wit... See More
Print of an island in the Bay of Naples...
Item #221731
February 1, 1753
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1753 A full page is taken up with: "A View and Description of the Fortress of Ischia and Part of the Island" which is one of the 3 principal isles in the Bay of Naples, Capri being the more famous. The article takes over a full page and the illustration takes half a page.
Other items within include: "A Draught & Description ... See More
Pre-Revolutionary War South Carolina weather....
Item #211539
March 1, 1753
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, :London, March, 1753 Included in this issue is a description and print of a marine animal now known as a seahorse; "Dry Weather in Carolina" which has a dateline of "Charles-Town [Charleston], Aug. 1, 1752" (see); a nearly full page illustration of: "Saturn & His Symbols"; a nearly full page print of:"The Purple Gross Beak&... See More
Lapland described...
Item #212388
May 1, 1753
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1753 This issue begins with: "Some Account of the New Roads in Surry from Westminster Bridge". There is also a full page plate showing 28 "Reliques at the Church of Notre Dame at Aix la Chapelle" with a related article (see).
A full page is taken up with "A View & Description of the Village of Portici" in Italy, be... See More
Benjamin Franklin receives an award...
Item #205632
November 1, 1753
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Nov., 1753 Near the back of this issue is a small & inconspicuous item reading: "At the anniversary meeting of the Royal Society the prize medal of gold was voted to Ben Franklyn, Esq. of Maryland, for his electrical discoveries." (see) Note that not only did they spell his name wrong but they have his home colony wrong.
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Exploring the vicinity of Alaska...
Item #592659
March 1, 1754
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, March, 1754
* Early Alaska
Perhaps the primary item in this issue is a very nice, detailed article titled: "Some Account of a Chart lately published by M. de l Isle, with the different Conjectures and Opinions it has produced; from a Tract called, A Letter from a Russian Sea Officer to a Person of Distinction at Petersborough, &
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* Early Alaska
Perhaps the primary item in this issue is a very nice, detailed article titled: "Some Account of a Chart lately published by M. de l Isle, with the different Conjectures and Opinions it has produced; from a Tract called, A Letter from a Russian Sea Officer to a Person of Distinction at Petersborough, &
Relating to the French & Indian War...
Item #592745
May 1, 1754
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1754 Included within is an article: "New Invented Sea-gage Described" which includes a half page illustration (see). Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has the latest news of the day including some items under the heading "America". they include report relating to the French & Indian War such as: &quo... See More
Benjamin Franklin's Plan for the Union... Albany Congress...
Item #589819
October 1, 1754
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1754
* The Albany Congress for the union of America's colonies
Inside under America is a July 29 report from New York about the famous Albany Congress stating that: "...on the 16 instant the lieutenant-governor arrived from Albany ...having settled matters to the entire satisfaction of all the nations of Indians that attended the cong... See More
Experiments on Human Blood... Life of a Modern Physician...
Item #596115
February 1, 1755
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1755 Among the articles in this issue are: "Secret of the Fire-eating Art" "An Account of some New Experiments on Human Blood" "Life of a Modern Physician" "New Improvement of the Barometer" which includes a nice illustration of it; "An Account of Canada, Given to the Governor of New York" which... See More
Early mention of George Washington...
Item #562525
July 1, 1755
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, July, 1755
* Early Mention of George Washington
A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.
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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
Very early mention of George Washington... French & Indian War...
Item #558802
October 1, 1755
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1755
* Very early George Washington mention
* French and Indian War
The first article in the issue is: "A Compendious View of the Encroachments of the French in America, & of the Importance of the American Colonies to Great Britain..." which takes over 3 pages, chronicling events of the war & mentioning ... See More
French and Indian War...
Item #211542
December 1, 1755
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1755 A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Contains an interesting variety of articles from... See More
French & Indian War... Penna. Militia Act concerning the Quakers... With the plates...
Item #540744
February 1, 1756
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1756 The lead article which takes 2 1/2 pages has much concerning the French & Indian War, debating the troubles between England & France (see for beginning). Other articles within include: "...Remarks on a Scheme made use of by the French in Order to ascertain the Strength & Riches of their Dominions in America" "
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Some reports on the French & Indian War...
Item #205313
April 1, 1756
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1756 Among the articles in this issue are: "Interesting Observations on Raising Raw Silk" which has much focus on the silk in dustry in America (see); 'Translation of a Remarkable Speech made by Paoli...at a late Meeting of the States of the Island of Corsica" 'Who Shall be Licensed to Kill Game" "Short View ... See More
England declares war against France : French & Indian War begins...
Item #543577
May 1, 1756
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1756
* French & Indian War begins
The first page has interesting text on "Consideration towards a General Plan of Measures for the English Provinces" which begins: "The plan of the French measures inbuilding a line of forts round the English settlements...is, first, to cut the English off from all communication of alliance or
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* French & Indian War begins
The first page has interesting text on "Consideration towards a General Plan of Measures for the English Provinces" which begins: "The plan of the French measures inbuilding a line of forts round the English settlements...is, first, to cut the English off from all communication of alliance or
Shamokin, Pennsylvania... Crown Point, Albany, New York... Susquehanna River...
Item #596114
July 1, 1756
GENTLEMAN’S MAGAZINE, London, England, July, 1756 This issue begins with a nearly 3 page article: "An Account of the Siege & Capture of Port Mahon" on the island of Minorca, in the Mediterranean. During the Seven Years' War in Europe, of which the French & Indian War was an extension in North America, Spain regained the island from Great Britain in 1756 after the ... See More
Decorative engraving in the masthead...
Item #592085
July 31, 1756
THE MONITOR OR BRITISH FREEHOLDER, London, England, July 31, 1756
* Rare title w/ nice masthead
See the photo for the decorative wood engraving in the masthead which features three themes: farming, sailing, and industry. Contains 6 pages, and is entirely an editorial-format newspaper. This was the time of the French & Indian War in America, however none of the discussion in this is... See More
Much like Ben Franklin's kite experiment... Map of the Caribbean...
Item #569457
August 1, 1756
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1756 The first two pages are devoted to the "Caribee Islands" [Caribbean] primarily limited to text on Barbadoes (see photos for portions). But of greater significance is the great foldout map labeled: "A Map of the CARIBBEE ISLANDS Shewing which belong to England, France, Spain, Dutch, & Danes..." (see). This map folds ou... See More
Oswego...
Item #209444
October 1, 1756
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1756
* Oswego - French & Indian War
* Judaica content
Under the heading near the back: "American News" is a report which includes: "...concerning Oswego still continue to be contradictory...the last letters from Albany say that the French had burnt the fort & put almost the whole garrison to the sword..."... See More
Oswego in the French & Indian War... Judaica item...
Item #561087
October 1, 1756
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1756
* Great & quite large map of Europe
* Oswego - French & Indian War
* Judaica content
A very nice War magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This... See More
Large map of Europe... Oswego in the French & Indian War... Judaica item...
Item #581976
October 1, 1756
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1756 The prime feature would be the very nice & large foldout map titled in the cartouche: "A New & Correct CHART of EUROPE..." which shows all of Europe as well as Iceland, Russia, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East including Jerusalem, Joppa, Cairo, & Cyprus. This map measures 13 by 15 inches.... See More
The Battle of Oswego...
Item #120083
November 1, 1756
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1756 Content includes: "The French Account of the Taking of Oswego" which has over a full page of text with some great, detailed reporting of the battle. Historically very significant with a few points reading, "...on the 14th a body of Canadeans and savages crossed the river...in order to invest & attack the fort on the side of ... See More
Battle of Oswego...
Item #545003
November 1, 1756
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1756 Content includes: "The French Account of the Taking of Oswego" which has over a full page of text with some great, detailed reporting of the battle. Historically very significant with a few points reading, "...on the 14th a body of Canadeans and savages crossed the river...in order to invest & attack the fort on the side of ... See More
Oswego during the French and Indian War...
Item #538212
February 1, 1757
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1757
* Forts Oswego and Ontario
* French and Indian war with map
Among the inside pages is a quite lengthy article titled: "An Historical Account of American Affairs during the Two last years, with a particular journal of the Siege & Surrender of Oswego" with this text taking over six pages. This text also includes a re... See More
Oswego during the French & Indian War, with maps...
Item #540090
February 1, 1757
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1757 Among the inside pages is a quite lengthy & detailed article titled: "An Historical Account of American Affairs during the Two last years, with a particular journal of the Siege & Surrender of Oswego" with this text taking over six pages (see photos for portions). This text also includes a report headed "Account o
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Oswego during the French & Indian War, with a map...
Item #585154
February 1, 1757
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1757 Among the inside pages is a quite lengthy & detailed article titled: "An Historical Account of American Affairs during the Two last years, with a particular journal of the Siege & Surrender of Oswego" with this text taking over six pages (see photos for portions). This text also includes a report headed "Account o
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Map of the world from the North Pole...
Item #566385
March 1, 1757
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1757
* During the French and Indian War
* Large Map
A very nice War magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "mag... See More
Death of Admiral Byng...
Item #577819
April 1, 1757
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1757
* Admiral John Byng death
* Royal Navy fame
A very nice magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its t... See More
George Washington makes the front page... Jewish colony in the East Indies...
Item #559308
May 1, 1757
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1757
* Early Major George Washington
* Jewish colony in the East Indies
A very nice magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the ... See More
Foldout map of Saxony... full page map of Cadiz, Spain...
Item #563634
September 1, 1757
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, September, 1757
* Saxony Germany & Cadiz Spain foldout maps
* French and Indian War era original
This early magazine is formatted almost identical to the more popular "Gentleman's Magazine" but is considerably more rare today.
Perhaps the prime features of this issue are the two nice maps. One is a foldout titled: "A Map of the Nort... See More
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