Historic Newspapers: New Additions
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 28, 1863 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War: "Department Of The Gulf" "Encouraging Prospects in Texas" "Gen. Washburn Moving Upon Indianola & Lavacca" "The Navigation of the Mississippi Less Interrupted" "The Free State Convention" "From Fortress Monroe" "The Army Of The Potomac "The Arizona Expedition" and more.
War-related content inside as well, including a lenfgthy article: "Negro Equality in the South".
Eight pages, great condition.
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, March 14, 1968
* Tiny Tim - Herbert Butros Khaury
* American musician - guitarist - singer
* Debut album release "God Bless Tiny Tim"
* "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" song fame
* Jimi Hendrix Experience at Symphony Hall
* THE DOORS Fillmore East concerts ad
Page 37 has a 10 x 5 inch advertisement for the release of Tiny Tim's debut album "God Bless Tiny Tim" (see images) This album wasn't actually released until the following month of April.
On…
(Added to the August, 2026 catalog [#369] after its initial release - only available on-line.)
LOS ANGELES TIMES, May 8, 1983 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances by "STYX" at the L.A. Forum on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural snapshot of late…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 19, 1982 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "REO SPEEDWAGON" at the Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 19, 1982 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "JETHRO TULL" at Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, June 29, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "THE CHARLIE DANIELS BAND" at the Anaheim Convention Center on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, June 29, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances at the "SUMMER BLOWOUT '80" at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances by "EDDIE RABBITT" at The Roxy Theatre on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances by "CHER" at Caesars Tahoe on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural snapshot of…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances by "BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN" at Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "YES" at Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating…
This authentic "Calendar" section leaf from the June 29, 1980 Sunday edition of the Los Angeles Times—comprising a complete, original four-page layout—serves as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "AIRPLANE!" on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and classic key art, the surrounding pages provide a…
This authentic "Calendar" section leaf from the Sept. 21, 1980 Sunday edition of the Los Angeles Times—comprising a complete, original four-page layout—serves as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "DIVINE MADNESS" starring Bette Midler & The Hartlettes on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and classic…
This authentic "Calendar" section leaf from the Sept. 21, 1980 Sunday edition of the Los Angeles Times—comprising a complete, original four-page layout—serves as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "IN GOD WE TRUST" starring Marty Feldman & Andy Kaufman on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and classic…
This authentic "Calendar" section leaf from the Sept. 21, 1980 Sunday edition of the Los Angeles Times—comprising a complete, original four-page layout—serves as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "HOPSCOTCH" starring Walter Matthau & Glenda Jackson on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and classic key…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 10, 1978 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performances by "FLIP WILSON & TINA TURNER" at the Hilton in Las Vegas on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Aug. 6, 1978 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances by "JOHN DENVER" at Harrah's Lake Tahoe on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Nov. 11, 1979 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "DEVO" at Long Beach Arena on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural snapshot of…
This original vintage newspaper leaf from the Los Angeles Times Calendar section dated Jan. 27, 1980 consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible profile by Andrew Epstein on "JOAN JETT" with heading: "Runaway Hit To Movie Miss" and photo on one of the pages. (see images)
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Aug. 12, 1979 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "QUIET RIOT" at the Whiskey Go Go on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural…
This original vintage newspaper leaf from the Los Angeles Times Calendar section dated Aug. 12, 1979 consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible editorial by Richard Meltzer on the rock band "KISS" with photo. (see images)
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural snapshot of late 20th-century entertainment. Printed…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Aug. 12, 1979 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf, serving as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "THE SEDUCTION OF JOE TYNAN" starring Alan Alda & Meryl Streep on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Aug. 12, 1979 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf), serving as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "MONTY PYTHONS LIFE OF BRIAN" starring Graham Chapman & John Cleese on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 6, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performances by "BOSTON" & "OUTLAWS" at Long Beach Arena on one of the four pages. (see images)
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Aug. 12, 1979 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf), serving as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "HOT STUFF" starring Dom DeLuise, Suzanne Pleshette and Jerry Reed on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's…
PICTORIAL MAGAZINE section only of The Detroit News, July 17, 1955 The front page of this section has a nice color photo showing youngsters in their Quarter Midget Race Cars taking the green flag. And pages 12 & 13 has a pictorial with text headed: "These Daredevil Speed Demons Aren't Even Old Enough to Drive" (see images)
Complete Pictorial Magazine section with 24 pages, a little irregular along the top margin, nice condition.
Background: The expansive parking lot at Greenfield Road and Grand…
Sunday CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angeles Times, Nov. 25, 1990
* PET SHOP BOYS interview w/ photos
* English synth-pop duo band
* Chris Lowe and Neil Tennant
Often revered as the undisputed "bible" of Hollywood, the Sunday Calendar section occupied a rare space in journalism where a single publication could simultaneously dictate global entertainment trends and govern the inner workings of show business. Today, physical copies are an absolute rarity, largely because they were printed on…
Sunday CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angeles Times, May 17, 1992
* NIRVANA alternative grunge rock band
* Nevermind's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" era
* Curt Cobain - Dave Grohl - Krist Novoselic
Often revered as the undisputed "bible" of Hollywood, the Sunday Calendar section occupied a rare space in journalism where a single publication could simultaneously dictate global entertainment trends and govern the inner workings of show business. Today, physical copies are an absolute rarity, largely…
Sunday CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angeles Times, Jan. 4, 1987
* Hollywood actor Burt Reynolds editorial w/ photos
* Interview on a possible comeback in the film industry
Often revered as the undisputed "bible" of Hollywood, the Sunday Calendar section occupied a rare space in journalism where a single publication could simultaneously dictate global entertainment trends and govern the inner workings of show business. Today, physical copies are an absolute rarity, largely because they were…
Sunday CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angeles Times, Oct. 22, 1989
* The birth of West Coast "gangsta rap"
* Dre. Dre - Eazy-E & more - N.W.A.
* Rappers music - anti-police lyrics
Often revered as the undisputed "bible" of Hollywood, the Sunday Calendar section occupied a rare space in journalism where a single publication could simultaneously dictate global entertainment trends and govern the inner workings of show business. Today, physical copies are an absolute rarity, largely because they…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 6, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "THE GRATEFUL DEAD" at UCSB Robertson Gymnasium on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 6, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "MAC DAVID w/ DOLLY PARTON" at the Anaheim Convention Center on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 6, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) featuring a collectible print advertisement for the recent release of Pink Floyd's "ANIMALS" album on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature album ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural snapshot of late 20th-century entertainment. Printed on authentic aged newsprint with genuine vintage toning,…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 6, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf), serving as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "FUN WITH DICK & JANE" starring George Segal & Jane Fonda on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 6, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf), serving as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "THE SENTINEL" on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and classic key…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Feb. 6, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf), serving as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of "THE CASSANDRA CROSSING" on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, May 1, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "ALICE COOPER" at Anaheim Stadium on one of the four pages.
In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural…
LOS ANGELES TIMES, May 1, 1977 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performances by the ICE CAPADES" starring Dorothy Hamill at the Los Angeles Sports Arena on one of the four pages. In addition, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural snapshot of late 20th-century entertainment. Printed on authentic aged newsprint with genuine vintage toning, this original leaf is not a modern reprint,…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Oct. 3, 1977
* Radiographer Paul Bateson arrest w/ photos
* "Bag murders" Manhattan's leather subculture
Background: Addison Verrill, a respected film journalist for Variety, was brutally murdered in his Greenwich
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Oct. 10, 1963
* Early Bob Dylan concert advertisement
* Carnegie Hall - New York City
* "Live at Carnegie Hall 1963" album fame
Page 14 has a small but early advertisement for Bob Dylan's concert at Carnegie Hall in Manhattan. This ad measures 2 x 2 inches. (see image) This concert was recorded for the 2005 album released by Columbia Records.
Background: On October 26, 1963, Bob Dylan took the stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City for a…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, March 28, 1963
* Early Bob Dylan concert advertisement
* The Town Hall - New York City
* First major solo concert appearance
Page 15 has a small but early advertisement for Bob Dylan's concert at The Town Hall in New York City. (see image) This was considered Dylan's 1st major solo concert performance and was used as one of his live recordings.
Background: The April 12, 1963, performance at New York City’s Town Hall served as Bob Dylan’s…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, March 29, 1983
* "The Outsiders" film advertisement
* Grand opening day movie premiere
* Coming-of-age- crime drama movie
* Francis Ford Coppola - Rob Lowe
* Tom Cruise - Matt Dillon & more
Page 44 has a 581/2 x 6 1/4 inch (not counting the locations underneath) advertisement for the opening day of the film "The Outsiders" (see images) The film is noted for its cast of up-and-coming movie stars.
Background:The Outsiders (1983), directed…
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, July 20, 1972
* Black Sabbath - English heavy metal rock band
* Nassau Coliseum concert advertisement
* Singer Ozzy Osbourne - Tony Iommi w/ photo
* The J.Geils Band and Blue Oyster Cult
Page 37 has a 9 x 4 inch advertisement for "BLACK SABBATH" concert at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. (see images)
Background:On July 27, 1972, Black Sabbath played a powerful show at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, during their tour…
MINNEAPOLIS MORNING TRIBUNE, Aug. 11, 1944
* U.S. Navy radioman George Ray Tweed
* "Ghost of Guam" evades Japanese for 2 1/2 years
* World War II serviceman hid in the jungles
The front page has a five column heading: "Dodges Japs 2 1/2 Years on Guam" with subhead and photo of Tweed. (see images)
Complete with all 18 pages, light toning and minor wear at the margins, some ink notation on inside pages, generally nice.
Background: By August 1944, the incredible story of George Ray Tweed, a U.S.…
THE WEEKLY HERALD, New York, March 11, 1865
* President Abraham Lincoln inauguration
* Second inaugural address in full text
The front page features a large Civil War map headed: "CAPTURE OF THE REBEL GENERAL EARLY. Sheridan's Ne Movement Up the Shenandoah--It Success--The Race for Lynchburg--Tightening of the Lines Around Richmond." Much related report on the war events as well.
But the prime content is the report on Lincoln's second inauguration, with front page column heads: "WASHINGTON"…
Item from last month's catalog - #368 - released for July, 2026
DAILY EVENING TRAVELLER, Boston, April 21, 1865
* Abraham Lincoln assassination
* Civil War ending events
From just 6 days after the death of Lincoln, there is much content relating to the event, the funeral, and follow-up investigations, as well as the closing moments of the Civil War.
Photos show much content, however a few column heads include: "Eulogy Before the Citizens of Lowell by Hon. Geo. S Boutwell" on the life of Abraham Lincoln; "From California - Great Excitement on Account of the…
Item from last month's catalog - #368 - released for July, 2026
DAILY EVENING TRAVELLER, Boston, April 11, 1865
* Pre assassination of Abraham Lincoln
Among the columns heads on the front page are: "The Press On the Surrender of General Lee" "Naval Operations On the James River" "The Blockade Rearmed" "By the President of the United States, A PROCLAMATION" signed in type: Abraham Lincoln, which relates to the blockaded Southern ports.
Inside includes: "The Siege of Mobile" "The Campaign In Virginia" "Events Prior to the Surrender" "The Fighting Near…
Item from last month's catalog - #368 - released for July, 2026
THE ORACLE OF THE DAY, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, July 28, 1795
* Rare 18th century American publication
This is a quite scarce 18th century American title as it existed only until 1799 and rarely comes on the market. We suspect the circulation was somewhat limited.
Much of page 3 is taken up with various discussion concerning the controversial Jay Treaty which was recently enacted with England.
Four pages, slightly close-trimmed at the bottom of page 3 affects one partial line but no loss of…
Item from last month's catalog - #368 - released for July, 2026
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, March 7, 1840 Page 3 has: "The Amistad" which is essentially a letter headed "The Amistad Africans" which begins: "We have no doubt the interference of the British government in the matter of the Amistad Africans was well enough intended, though we fear it will do more hurt than good..." with more.
This famous slave ship and the revolt of its occupants was not only a notable legal case at the time, but in 1997 was made into feature length movie by Stephen…
Item from last month's catalog - #368 - released for July, 2026
NEW YORK HERALD, April 27, 1861
* Opening weeks of the American Civil War
Among the front page column heads on the beginning weeks of the Civil War: "THE WAR" "Highly Important from the Confederate States" "Fort Pickens Reinforced" "General Bragg Despairs of its Capture" "Jeff. Davis Preparing to Attack Washington" "Reported Stampede of Negroes in Maryland" and much more, taking over half of the first column.
Eight pages, nice condition.
Background: The April 27, 1861 issue of The New York…
Item from last month's catalog - #368 - released for July, 2026
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