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1750-07-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1750  * Rare 18th century female soldier print  * Hannah Snell  Inside has an engraving of Hannah Snell a female soldier, plus an article about her unusual experiences in the military: "Some account of Hannah Snell, the Female Soldier" Includes a poem: "The Female Soldier". A very unique item and great to have the engraving of her! Octavo-size, 44 pages, full title index page, with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead, nice condition.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1750 * Rare 18th century female soldier print * Hannah Snell Inside has an engraving of Hannah Snell a female soldier, plus an article about her unusual experiences in the military: "Some account of Hannah Snell, the Female Soldier" Includes a poem: "The Female Soldier". A very unique item and great to have the engraving of her! Octavo-size, 44 pages, full title index page, with an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead, nice condition.

548920

4.85.2008

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1760-01-01

An interesting lot of five newspapers, all different titles, from Great Britain.  You receive at least one from each decade covering this period, and all are in nice condition.  Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping.

An interesting lot of five newspapers, all different titles, from Great Britain. You receive at least one from each decade covering this period, and all are in nice condition. Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping.

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1770-08-25

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 25, 1770 * Rare mention of the Boston Massacre * Captain Thomas Preston * John Hancock Page 2 has a report headed "America" with an item from Boston which includes: * ...are to meet at Faneuil Hall...that certain letters...relative to the horrid massacre on the 5th of March last...so that such further steps may be taken...to counteract the designs of those inveterate enemies among us... being reference to the Boston Massacre (see photo). Page 3 has an interesting ad for "American Lands" to be sold in Albany County, New York. But by far the best content is a quite lengthy & detailed article concerning the Boston Massacre, particularly as it relates to a report in another British newspaper & the accusations against Thomas Preston. The text includes a letter signed in type by Preston dated March 12, 1770, the commanding officer in the "massacre" and the one accused in the case. There is also a detailed analysis signed in type by various patriots from Boston, including Samuel Adams and John Hancock (see photo). Complete in 8 pages, a lower corner missing from an inside leaf not affecting any mentioned text, otherwise in very nice, clean condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 25, 1770 * Rare mention of the Boston Massacre * Captain Thomas Preston * John Hancock Page 2 has a report headed "America" with an item from Boston which includes: * ...are to meet at Faneuil Hall...that certain letters...relative to the horrid massacre on the 5th of March last...so that such further steps may be taken...to counteract the designs of those inveterate enemies among us... being reference to the Boston Massacre (see photo). Page 3 has an interesting ad for "American Lands" to be sold in Albany County, New York. But by far the best content is a quite lengthy & detailed article concerning the Boston Massacre, particularly as it relates to a report in another British newspaper & the accusations against Thomas Preston. The text includes a letter signed in type by Preston dated March 12, 1770, the commanding officer in the "massacre" and the one accused in the case. There is also a detailed analysis signed in type by various patriots from Boston, including Samuel Adams and John Hancock (see photo). Complete in 8 pages, a lower corner missing from an inside leaf not affecting any mentioned text, otherwise in very nice, clean condition.

553059

12.18.2008

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1773-08-26

<div>THE MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE & BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, MA, August 26, 1773    * Pre Revolutionary War - Pre Boston Tea Party * Early Southern slaves arrive - Charleston This newspaper was printed in Boston less than four months before the Boston Tea Party. Page 2 has a report on the number of slaves imported into Charleston, South Carolina, and noting where they were from (see photo). The entire front page and some of the back page are taken up with a lengthy report concerning church discipline, etc. Pages 3 and 4 are mostly taken up with ads. Scattered foxing, four pages, a bit close-trimmed at the top of pages 2 and 4, otherwise good. Coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead.</div>

THE MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE & BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, MA, August 26, 1773 * Pre Revolutionary War - Pre Boston Tea Party * Early Southern slaves arrive - Charleston This newspaper was printed in Boston less than four months before the Boston Tea Party. Page 2 has a report on the number of slaves imported into Charleston, South Carolina, and noting where they were from (see photo). The entire front page and some of the back page are taken up with a lengthy report concerning church discipline, etc. Pages 3 and 4 are mostly taken up with ads. Scattered foxing, four pages, a bit close-trimmed at the top of pages 2 and 4, otherwise good. Coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead.

549056

7.99.2008

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1774-02-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1774  * Captain Cook discovery of Australia, New Zealand : naming of Botany Bay * Plate of a tattooed New Zealand native * Ben Franklin petition * Voltaire print A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..." and further on is: "...Dr. Franklin is displaced from the office of Deputy Post-Office Master General for the Colonies, and the petition...dismissed..." (see for full text). There is also a long and stirring letter from America arguing against the American Revenue act, the duty on tea (which resulted in the Boston Tea Party), the rights of Americans, etc. (see for portions) News from America reports that the Government House in New York had burnt down, and strangely enough a Supreme Court judges house also burnt down, both by "accident" (see). There is a lengthy and interesting article on Captain Cook's discovery of Australia which takes over 5 pages (see for portions). One significant portion reads: "...it having yielded little else, except fresh water and fish, they gave it the name of Botany Bay, and on the 6th of May they weighed anchors & departed..." (see). Included with this text is a full page plate titled: "The Head of a New Zealand Chief Curiously  Tataowed" (see) Included is a full page plate with a somewhat small print of M. de Voltaire with a related article: "Memoirs of the Life & Writings of M. de Voltaire" (see for portions). Complete in 48 pages, some tears at the blank spine margin of the first 3 leafs and binding residue at the spine, measures 5 by 8 inches, with full title/index page. All plates called for are present.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1774 * Captain Cook discovery of Australia, New Zealand : naming of Botany Bay * Plate of a tattooed New Zealand native * Ben Franklin petition * Voltaire print A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..." and further on is: "...Dr. Franklin is displaced from the office of Deputy Post-Office Master General for the Colonies, and the petition...dismissed..." (see for full text). There is also a long and stirring letter from America arguing against the American Revenue act, the duty on tea (which resulted in the Boston Tea Party), the rights of Americans, etc. (see for portions) News from America reports that the Government House in New York had burnt down, and strangely enough a Supreme Court judges house also burnt down, both by "accident" (see). There is a lengthy and interesting article on Captain Cook's discovery of Australia which takes over 5 pages (see for portions). One significant portion reads: "...it having yielded little else, except fresh water and fish, they gave it the name of Botany Bay, and on the 6th of May they weighed anchors & departed..." (see). Included with this text is a full page plate titled: "The Head of a New Zealand Chief Curiously Tataowed" (see) Included is a full page plate with a somewhat small print of M. de Voltaire with a related article: "Memoirs of the Life & Writings of M. de Voltaire" (see for portions). Complete in 48 pages, some tears at the blank spine margin of the first 3 leafs and binding residue at the spine, measures 5 by 8 inches, with full title/index page. All plates called for are present.

560601

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1774-02-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1774  * Captain Cook discovery of Australia, New Zealand : naming of Botany Bay * Plate of a tattooed New Zealand native * Ben Franklin petition * Voltaire print A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..." and further on is: "...Dr. Franklin is displaced from the office of Deputy Post-Office Master General for the Colonies, and the petition...dismissed..." (see for full text). There is also a long and stirring letter from America arguing against the American Revenue act, the duty on tea (which resulted in the Boston Tea Party), the rights of Americans, etc. (see for portions) News from America reports that the Government House in New York had burnt down, and strangely enough a Supreme Court judges house also burnt down, both by "accident" (see). There is a lengthy and interesting article on Captain Cook's discovery of Australia which takes over 5 pages (see for portions). One significant portion reads: "...it having yielded little else, except fresh water and fish, they gave it the name of Botany Bay, and on the 6th of May they weighed anchors & departed..." (see). Included with this text is a full page plate titled: "The Head of a New Zealand Chief Curiously  Tataowed" (see) Included is a full page plate with a somewhat small print of M. de Voltaire with a related article: "Memoirs of the Life & Writings of M. de Voltaire" (see for portions). Complete in 48 pages, titlepg. is slightly close-trimmed at the top right (see), measures 4 3/4 by 8 inches, with full title/index page. All plates called for are present.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1774 * Captain Cook discovery of Australia, New Zealand : naming of Botany Bay * Plate of a tattooed New Zealand native * Ben Franklin petition * Voltaire print A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..." and further on is: "...Dr. Franklin is displaced from the office of Deputy Post-Office Master General for the Colonies, and the petition...dismissed..." (see for full text). There is also a long and stirring letter from America arguing against the American Revenue act, the duty on tea (which resulted in the Boston Tea Party), the rights of Americans, etc. (see for portions) News from America reports that the Government House in New York had burnt down, and strangely enough a Supreme Court judges house also burnt down, both by "accident" (see). There is a lengthy and interesting article on Captain Cook's discovery of Australia which takes over 5 pages (see for portions). One significant portion reads: "...it having yielded little else, except fresh water and fish, they gave it the name of Botany Bay, and on the 6th of May they weighed anchors & departed..." (see). Included with this text is a full page plate titled: "The Head of a New Zealand Chief Curiously Tataowed" (see) Included is a full page plate with a somewhat small print of M. de Voltaire with a related article: "Memoirs of the Life & Writings of M. de Voltaire" (see for portions). Complete in 48 pages, titlepg. is slightly close-trimmed at the top right (see), measures 4 3/4 by 8 inches, with full title/index page. All plates called for are present.

560610

9.4.2009

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1775-01-01

THE LONDON CHRONICLE newspaper from England dated 1775. This issue has 8 pages from during the Revolutionary War contains actual Revolutionary War news, and a wide variety of additional content including news reports, politics and advertisements, which give a flavor of life in England during this critical period in American history.   The issue is in very nice condition due to the "rag paper" used in printing.  The image shown is representative of the issue you will receive.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE newspaper from England dated 1775. This issue has 8 pages from during the Revolutionary War contains actual Revolutionary War news, and a wide variety of additional content including news reports, politics and advertisements, which give a flavor of life in England during this critical period in American history. The issue is in very nice condition due to the "rag paper" used in printing. The image shown is representative of the issue you will receive.

Revolutionary War Era issue from London...

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1775-01-01

THE LONDON CHRONICLE (Three issues)  from England, dated 1775, 1776, and 1777 - all with war news! The set of issues contain 8 pages/each, from during the Revolutionary War., each containing actual Revolutionary War news.  The issues also include a wide variety of additional content including news reports, political reports, advertisements, etc., which give a flavor of life in England during this critical period in American history.   The issues are in very nice condition due to the "rag paper" used in printing.  The image shown is representative of the issues you will receive, but actual issues vary.  You will receive 3 issues - one each from 1775, 1776, and 1777, and all containing war reporting.  A great way to add three issues from this critical period, at a reduced price.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE (Three issues)

A Set of 3 Revolutionary War Era issues...

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1775-01-02

MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE; AND THE BOSTON POST-BOY AND ADVERTISER, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated January 2, 1775 * Eve of the Revolutionary War * Nice masthead engraving for display * Rare title Here is an issue from just a few months before the start of the Revolutionary War. The front page has a lengthy address "To the Inhabitants of the Province of Massachusetts Bay" that discusses the political climate in the province, including such statements as: * I saw the small seed of sedition, when it was implanted....I have watched the plant 'till it has become a great tree....I would now induce you to go to work immediately with axes and hatchets, and cut it down; for a two-fold reason, because it is a pest to society, and lest it be felled suddenly by a stronger arm and crush its thousands in the fall And much more, the address concludes on pg. 2, signed in type: Massachusettensis. Interestingly enough, there is also strong rebuttal to this address on page 2, that takes most of a column and concludes on pg 3 with: * Therefore, I firmly believe that the AMERICANS will maintain their FREEDOM, in spite of Tyranny , and continue to defeat the secret Machinations and open Force of their merciless Enemies, who are now, like infernal demons, plotting their Destruction The reply is signed in type: A Son of New England. Page 3 has a report about a meeting of the Freeholders of Boston" which includes some discussion about a reply from Peyton Randolph to a letter from General Gage. The report is signed in type by Samuel Adams, John Hancock & several other gentlemen. Masthead a royal coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead. Has the subscriber's name written above the masthead, bit of lite rubbing in the masthead, has an archival mend inside to a fold tear in part of the second letter and the meeting report, some lite foxing, otherwise nice.

MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE; AND THE BOSTON POST-BOY AND ADVERTISER, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated January 2, 1775 * Eve of the Revolutionary War * Nice masthead engraving for display * Rare title Here is an issue from just a few months before the start of the Revolutionary War. The front page has a lengthy address "To the Inhabitants of the Province of Massachusetts Bay" that discusses the political climate in the province, including such statements as: * I saw the small seed of sedition, when it was implanted....I have watched the plant 'till it has become a great tree....I would now induce you to go to work immediately with axes and hatchets, and cut it down; for a two-fold reason, because it is a pest to society, and lest it be felled suddenly by a stronger arm and crush its thousands in the fall And much more, the address concludes on pg. 2, signed in type: Massachusettensis. Interestingly enough, there is also strong rebuttal to this address on page 2, that takes most of a column and concludes on pg 3 with: * Therefore, I firmly believe that the AMERICANS will maintain their FREEDOM, in spite of Tyranny , and continue to defeat the secret Machinations and open Force of their merciless Enemies, who are now, like infernal demons, plotting their Destruction The reply is signed in type: A Son of New England. Page 3 has a report about a meeting of the Freeholders of Boston" which includes some discussion about a reply from Peyton Randolph to a letter from General Gage. The report is signed in type by Samuel Adams, John Hancock & several other gentlemen. Masthead a royal coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead. Has the subscriber's name written above the masthead, bit of lite rubbing in the masthead, has an archival mend inside to a fold tear in part of the second letter and the meeting report, some lite foxing, otherwise nice.

554186

9.57.2008

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1775-01-31

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Jan. 31, 1775  This is issue number 4 of the famous title which would become the very first American newspaper to print the Declaration of Independence, in its July 6, 1776 issue. Pages 1 and 2 are taken up with proceedings of the Pennsylvania convention of January 23, which had a number of Resolves concerning relations with England, including: "...this Convention most heartily approve of the conduce & proceedings of the Continental Congress...for the preservation of the rights and liberties of the British colonies..." and: "That it is the most earnest wish & desire of this Convention to see harmony restored between Great Britain and the colonies..." and: "that the Committee of Correspondence for this city & liberties of Philadelphia be a standing Committee of Correspondence for the several counties..." and other items which relate to manufactures, etc. Starting on pg. 2 & taking over half of pg. 3 is a: "Plan of An American Manufactory". Complete in four pages, a bit irregular at the blank spine margin, measures 8 by 10 inches, very nice condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Jan. 31, 1775 This is issue number 4 of the famous title which would become the very first American newspaper to print the Declaration of Independence, in its July 6, 1776 issue. Pages 1 and 2 are taken up with proceedings of the Pennsylvania convention of January 23, which had a number of Resolves concerning relations with England, including: "...this Convention most heartily approve of the conduce & proceedings of the Continental Congress...for the preservation of the rights and liberties of the British colonies..." and: "That it is the most earnest wish & desire of this Convention to see harmony restored between Great Britain and the colonies..." and: "that the Committee of Correspondence for this city & liberties of Philadelphia be a standing Committee of Correspondence for the several counties..." and other items which relate to manufactures, etc. Starting on pg. 2 & taking over half of pg. 3 is a: "Plan of An American Manufactory". Complete in four pages, a bit irregular at the blank spine margin, measures 8 by 10 inches, very nice condition.

561808

8.n.2009

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2009-08-11T13:40:04-04:00

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1775-03-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1775 Content includes a lengthy report on: "...address to his Majesty respecting the Situation of Affairs in America." Plus another report: "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists..." which takes over a full page. There is mention of the burning of "The Crisis" & "The Present Crisis with Respect to America". Some nice reading on the advent of the Revolutionary War.

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1775-03-02

<div> THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 2, 1775. * Pre Revolutionary War tensions * John Hancock "prepare for war" All of the ftpg. & most of pg. 2 are taken up with: "From Brydone's tour through Sicily and Malta, Letter XXI" with a Palermo dateline. Pg. 3 has a nice item from the Provincial Congress in Cambridge dated Feb. 15 and signed in type by: John Hancock, President, which begins: "Whereas it appears to this Congress...that there is real cause to fear that the reasonable & just applications of this Continent to Great Britain, 'for peace, liberty and safety', will not meet a favourable reception...have reason to apprehend that the sudden destruction of this colony...is intended for refusing, with the other American colonies, tamely to submit to the most ignominious slavery..." with more on their need to prepare quickly for war, including mention of the need for minutemen (see photos). Pg. 2 contains an address by Governor John Penn to the Assembly, which begins: "At a time when the disputes between Great Britain & her colonies are drawing towards an alarming crisis..." with more (see photos). Complete in 4 pgs., some brown spotting to the front leaf but not causing any loss of readability, 8 by 10 inches, generally in very nice condition. </div>

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 2, 1775. * Pre Revolutionary War tensions * John Hancock "prepare for war" All of the ftpg. & most of pg. 2 are taken up with: "From Brydone's tour through Sicily and Malta, Letter XXI" with a Palermo dateline. Pg. 3 has a nice item from the Provincial Congress in Cambridge dated Feb. 15 and signed in type by: John Hancock, President, which begins: "Whereas it appears to this Congress...that there is real cause to fear that the reasonable & just applications of this Continent to Great Britain, 'for peace, liberty and safety', will not meet a favourable reception...have reason to apprehend that the sudden destruction of this colony...is intended for refusing, with the other American colonies, tamely to submit to the most ignominious slavery..." with more on their need to prepare quickly for war, including mention of the need for minutemen (see photos). Pg. 2 contains an address by Governor John Penn to the Assembly, which begins: "At a time when the disputes between Great Britain & her colonies are drawing towards an alarming crisis..." with more (see photos). Complete in 4 pgs., some brown spotting to the front leaf but not causing any loss of readability, 8 by 10 inches, generally in very nice condition.

219124

4.62.2007

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1775-03-30

<div> THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 30, 1775.  *Cato's Letters Pages 1 & 2 contain one of the continued "Cato's Letters" which delves into politics by comparing the achievements & failings of the empires in Rome & Greece. There is talk of free and enslaved nations near the end of the article (see photos). Over half of page 2 is taken up with a poem which begins: "When wicked men, with foul intent, On Britain's ruin strangely bent, Attack'd America, to accomplish this, their base design, They tax tea, coffee, sugar, wine & stamp the deeds of life..." with much more. Pg. 3 includes a letter from Paris to Newport, Rhode Island, which includes: "You are nearly of my opinion respecting the affair between Great Britain & her colonies...Assure yourself Great Britain is not much more quiet than you are--it is almost the general opinion here that a revolt will take place in England if the trade be interrupted between that kingdom & the colonies..." Additional news items and ads as well. Complete in 4 pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, scattered foxing, nice condition. </div>

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 30, 1775. *Cato's LettersPages 1 & 2 contain one of the continued "Cato's Letters" which delves into politics by comparing the achievements & failings of the empires in Rome & Greece. There is talk of free and enslaved nations near the end of the article (see photos). Over half of page 2 is taken up with a poem which begins: "When wicked men, with foul intent, On Britain's ruin strangely bent, Attack'd America, to accomplish this, their base design, They tax tea, coffee, sugar, wine & stamp the deeds of life..." with much more. Pg. 3 includes a letter from Paris to Newport, Rhode Island, which includes: "You are nearly of my opinion respecting the affair between Great Britain & her colonies...Assure yourself Great Britain is not much more quiet than you are--it is almost the general opinion here that a revolt will take place in England if the trade be interrupted between that kingdom & the colonies..." Additional news items and ads as well. Complete in 4 pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, scattered foxing, nice condition.

218828

4.52.2007

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1775-04-08

PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, April 8, 1775. * Governor of Connecticut Pg. 3 has a report concerning the governor of Connecticut proclaiming a day of public fasting & prayer, in part reading: "....still holding the rod of correction over us by threatening the loss of our privileges and liberties--exhorting all ministers and people to mourn & beg pardon for their sins, & that God would restore, preserve, and secure the liberties of all the British American colonies." This issue was published just eleven days before the battle of Lexington & Concord. Complete in 4 pgs., some staining to the ftpg., minor foxing, otherwise nice. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, April 8, 1775. * Governor of Connecticut Pg. 3 has a report concerning the governor of Connecticut proclaiming a day of public fasting & prayer, in part reading: "....still holding the rod of correction over us by threatening the loss of our privileges and liberties--exhorting all ministers and people to mourn & beg pardon for their sins, & that God would restore, preserve, and secure the liberties of all the British American colonies." This issue was published just eleven days before the battle of Lexington & Concord. Complete in 4 pgs., some staining to the ftpg., minor foxing, otherwise nice. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

218834

4.52.2007

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1775-05-01

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 1, 1775  * Minutemen defined...  Revolutionary War era * General Gage Page 2 has much on events in America with a report headed: "America" with a Boston, March 2 dateline which includes a lengthy address to General Gage, including in part: "...cannot but lament that while we are endeavouring to preserve peace & maintain the authority of the law...our enemies are practicing every insidious stratagem to seduce the people into acts of violence & outrage..." with so much more (see photos). Page 2 also has a: "...letter from a Merchant at Newport..." which begins: "You may want to hear something of the state of affairs in America; then believe me when I tell you at present you had better remain in England; this country being now reduced from the happiest on earth...to a wretched condition..." with more. This is followed by an: "Extract of a letter from Boston" which includes: "...Their appetite for fighting did not appear to be very violent on General Gage's lately sending a detachment of 150 men at the request of the loyal part of the inhabitants of a town 35 miles from hence...One of the minute-men, so called from being supposed to be always ready for action, told the Captain they should not land..." with more (see). Most of the balance of the issue is taken up with European reports and advertisements. Folio size, 4 pages, minor archival mends at the spine, generally nice.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 1, 1775 * Minutemen defined... Revolutionary War era * General Gage Page 2 has much on events in America with a report headed: "America" with a Boston, March 2 dateline which includes a lengthy address to General Gage, including in part: "...cannot but lament that while we are endeavouring to preserve peace & maintain the authority of the law...our enemies are practicing every insidious stratagem to seduce the people into acts of violence & outrage..." with so much more (see photos). Page 2 also has a: "...letter from a Merchant at Newport..." which begins: "You may want to hear something of the state of affairs in America; then believe me when I tell you at present you had better remain in England; this country being now reduced from the happiest on earth...to a wretched condition..." with more. This is followed by an: "Extract of a letter from Boston" which includes: "...Their appetite for fighting did not appear to be very violent on General Gage's lately sending a detachment of 150 men at the request of the loyal part of the inhabitants of a town 35 miles from hence...One of the minute-men, so called from being supposed to be always ready for action, told the Captain they should not land..." with more (see). Most of the balance of the issue is taken up with European reports and advertisements. Folio size, 4 pages, minor archival mends at the spine, generally nice.

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12.c.2007

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1775-05-06

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, May 6, 1775 * Revolutionary War newspaper Over half of the front page is taken up with a very nice: "Message from the Governor to the Assembly" signed in type by John Penn, and beginning: "I have ordered the secretary to lay before you a resolution entered into by the British House of Commons, the 20th of February last, relative to the unhappy differences subsisting between our Mother Country and her American Colonies...". Included as well is the text of that very resolution from the House of Commons from February 20, 1775 (see photos). And also on the ftpg., concluding on pg. 2, is the lengthy reply of the Penna. Assembly to Governor Penn, which includes: "Having weighed & considered this plan...we are sincerely sorry that we cannot think the terms pointed out afford a just & reasonable ground for a final accommodation between Great Britain & the Colonies..." with more, & ending with: "Until Divine Providence shall cause...such a happy period to arrive can only deprecate, and, if it be possible, strive by prudence to avoid the calamities of a civil war, a dreadful misfortune, indeed! And not to be exceeded but by an utter subversion of the liberties of America." Page 3 includes a report noting: "...his Excellency Gen. Gage has published a manifesto forbidding the troops under his command to injure or insult such of the inhabitants of Boston as are peaceable on pain of death. That as many of the people of Boston as are to be inclined are to have liberty to leave the town this day & retire into the country with their effects, after depositing their arms in custody of the selectmen of the town...". A pg. 3 report with some nice news begins with a simple announcement: "Yesterday evening arrived here Capt. Osborne from London, in whom came passenger DR. BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, Agent for Massachusetts government and this province.", followed by more interesting items, including a short bit updating the public on the Gunpowder Incident at Williamsburg, reading: "We hear from Williamsburg, the locks were taken from off the guns in the magazine, that the Magdalen Schooner is in York river, under the protection of the Fowey man of war, and that Lord Dunmore has fortified himself in the palace." Complete in 4 pgs., some damp staining at the margins, generally in nice condition & measuring about 8 by 10 inches.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, May 6, 1775 * Revolutionary War newspaper Over half of the front page is taken up with a very nice: "Message from the Governor to the Assembly" signed in type by John Penn, and beginning: "I have ordered the secretary to lay before you a resolution entered into by the British House of Commons, the 20th of February last, relative to the unhappy differences subsisting between our Mother Country and her American Colonies...". Included as well is the text of that very resolution from the House of Commons from February 20, 1775 (see photos). And also on the ftpg., concluding on pg. 2, is the lengthy reply of the Penna. Assembly to Governor Penn, which includes: "Having weighed & considered this plan...we are sincerely sorry that we cannot think the terms pointed out afford a just & reasonable ground for a final accommodation between Great Britain & the Colonies..." with more, & ending with: "Until Divine Providence shall cause...such a happy period to arrive can only deprecate, and, if it be possible, strive by prudence to avoid the calamities of a civil war, a dreadful misfortune, indeed! And not to be exceeded but by an utter subversion of the liberties of America." Page 3 includes a report noting: "...his Excellency Gen. Gage has published a manifesto forbidding the troops under his command to injure or insult such of the inhabitants of Boston as are peaceable on pain of death. That as many of the people of Boston as are to be inclined are to have liberty to leave the town this day & retire into the country with their effects, after depositing their arms in custody of the selectmen of the town...". A pg. 3 report with some nice news begins with a simple announcement: "Yesterday evening arrived here Capt. Osborne from London, in whom came passenger DR. BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, Agent for Massachusetts government and this province.", followed by more interesting items, including a short bit updating the public on the Gunpowder Incident at Williamsburg, reading: "We hear from Williamsburg, the locks were taken from off the guns in the magazine, that the Magdalen Schooner is in York river, under the protection of the Fowey man of war, and that Lord Dunmore has fortified himself in the palace." Complete in 4 pgs., some damp staining at the margins, generally in nice condition & measuring about 8 by 10 inches.

218840

12.64.2007

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1775-05-13

THE CRISIS, London, May 13, 1775  * Very rare revolutionary war title  * Pro America from London, England  In my over 30 years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. Photos below show the complete text of this issue, the format of which is a poem. Portions of the text include: "The worst of Traytors--you have sense to see, Fair Freedom's Charms, yet blast the Soul that's free. Early and late, incossant in your pains, For brave America you forge vile chains..." and: "This war against ourselves will soon be won, Odious America be soon undone. Remonstrances are vain, Bute won't relax, But sternly bids North lay another tax. The tax of Death, by bayonet and ball, But Famine is the hardest tax of all." and so much more. Typically this is a 6 page issue but this is a 8 page issue. Measures 7 by 11 1/4 inches, generally in very nice condition. This is not "The Crisis" by Thomas Paine.

THE CRISIS, London, May 13, 1775 * Very rare revolutionary war title * Pro America from London, England In my over 30 years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. Photos below show the complete text of this issue, the format of which is a poem. Portions of the text include: "The worst of Traytors--you have sense to see, Fair Freedom's Charms, yet blast the Soul that's free. Early and late, incossant in your pains, For brave America you forge vile chains..." and: "This war against ourselves will soon be won, Odious America be soon undone. Remonstrances are vain, Bute won't relax, But sternly bids North lay another tax. The tax of Death, by bayonet and ball, But Famine is the hardest tax of all." and so much more. Typically this is a 6 page issue but this is a 8 page issue. Measures 7 by 11 1/4 inches, generally in very nice condition. This is not "The Crisis" by Thomas Paine.

553458

1.54.2009

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1775-05-20

THE CRISIS newspaper from London, dated May 20, 1775  In my 30+ years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. Note the interesting content in the photos, with the text essentially being a very lengthy poem, or "Casca's Epistle to Lord North", being fascinating reading. This issue is in very nice condition and measures about 7 by 11 inches. A very rare title, 6 pages, with some nice content as well. Note: this is not the "Crisis" pamphlet published by Thomas Paine.

THE CRISIS newspaper from London, dated May 20, 1775 In my 30+ years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. Note the interesting content in the photos, with the text essentially being a very lengthy poem, or "Casca's Epistle to Lord North", being fascinating reading. This issue is in very nice condition and measures about 7 by 11 inches. A very rare title, 6 pages, with some nice content as well. Note: this is not the "Crisis" pamphlet published by Thomas Paine.

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8.90.2009

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1775-05-27

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, May 27, 1775  * Rare item...  * Worcester notes...  The entire front page and most of page 2 are taken up with the continuation of: "Commencement Exercises-Extracts from the Charge given to the Graduates by the Provost." A page 3 item from London notes that the ministers are considering establishing a government on the Mississippi. A report from the House of Commons notes: "...that they had left the bill with their Lordships for restraining the trade and prohibiting the fishery of Mass. Bay..." with a bit more, and further on is some talk on: "...the bill for restraining the commerce of the colonies of New Jersey, Penna., Maryland, Virginia and South Carolina..." A short bit from Worcester notes: "Lord Piercy had not taken possession of Mr. Hancock's house, in Boston, when our latest advices came away." There is also a report of a terrible fire in Boston. A report from Hartford includes: "We hear that the six regiments of volunteers ordered to be raised by the General Assembly of this colony, for the defence of the same, are all filled and wait only for marching orders. The greatest part of those destined for Boston are now on their march for the headquarters at Cambridge...May God Preserve them and make them Victorious!" Half of the back page is taken up with a letter from England which has much on relations with America, one sentence reading: "...They desire to be taxed by their own representatives; it will be granted them.". Complete in 4 pages; some minor foxing; generally in nice condition. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, May 27, 1775 * Rare item... * Worcester notes... The entire front page and most of page 2 are taken up with the continuation of: "Commencement Exercises-Extracts from the Charge given to the Graduates by the Provost." A page 3 item from London notes that the ministers are considering establishing a government on the Mississippi. A report from the House of Commons notes: "...that they had left the bill with their Lordships for restraining the trade and prohibiting the fishery of Mass. Bay..." with a bit more, and further on is some talk on: "...the bill for restraining the commerce of the colonies of New Jersey, Penna., Maryland, Virginia and South Carolina..." A short bit from Worcester notes: "Lord Piercy had not taken possession of Mr. Hancock's house, in Boston, when our latest advices came away." There is also a report of a terrible fire in Boston. A report from Hartford includes: "We hear that the six regiments of volunteers ordered to be raised by the General Assembly of this colony, for the defence of the same, are all filled and wait only for marching orders. The greatest part of those destined for Boston are now on their march for the headquarters at Cambridge...May God Preserve them and make them Victorious!" Half of the back page is taken up with a letter from England which has much on relations with America, one sentence reading: "...They desire to be taxed by their own representatives; it will be granted them.". Complete in 4 pages; some minor foxing; generally in nice condition. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

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11.59.2007

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1775-06-03

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 3, 1775 * British not in favor of the Revolutionary War The entire front page is taken up with "The Speech of the Honorable Henry Temple Luttrell", presumably in Parliament, which includes near the beginning: * "Upon a former occasion I presumed to state a few of my sentiments to the House relative to the war impending over the Americans...to declare my utter abhorrence of those unconstitutional, arbitrary, and diabolical projects devised by his Majesty's ministers for the destruction of that unhappy people...".  Some great reading, seen in the photos below, which carries over a bit to page 2 then continued in a future issue. Most of page 2 is taken up with an address by people of London to the King, which includes near the beginning: "...beg leave to approach the throne; and to declare our abhorrence of the measures which have been pursued and are now pursuing, to the oppression of our fellow subjects in America...". Fine reading here as well (see photos). Page 3 has a notice concerning a ship arriving at Boston carrying 500 soldiers, mostly marines. Page 3 has additional items concerning the situation in America, including a nice account of an engagement on Grape Island in Boston harbor between the British & American troops (see photos). The back page is mostly taken up with ads including a reward ad for a counterfeiter, plus a report from Congress. Complete in 4 pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, very nice condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 3, 1775 * British not in favor of the Revolutionary War The entire front page is taken up with "The Speech of the Honorable Henry Temple Luttrell", presumably in Parliament, which includes near the beginning: * "Upon a former occasion I presumed to state a few of my sentiments to the House relative to the war impending over the Americans...to declare my utter abhorrence of those unconstitutional, arbitrary, and diabolical projects devised by his Majesty's ministers for the destruction of that unhappy people...". Some great reading, seen in the photos below, which carries over a bit to page 2 then continued in a future issue. Most of page 2 is taken up with an address by people of London to the King, which includes near the beginning: "...beg leave to approach the throne; and to declare our abhorrence of the measures which have been pursued and are now pursuing, to the oppression of our fellow subjects in America...". Fine reading here as well (see photos). Page 3 has a notice concerning a ship arriving at Boston carrying 500 soldiers, mostly marines. Page 3 has additional items concerning the situation in America, including a nice account of an engagement on Grape Island in Boston harbor between the British & American troops (see photos). The back page is mostly taken up with ads including a reward ad for a counterfeiter, plus a report from Congress. Complete in 4 pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, very nice condition.

553562

12.64.2007

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1775-06-05

DUNLAP'S PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, June 5, 1775  * Capture of Ticonderoga * Benedict Arnold The entire front page is taken up with ads, one of which is illustrated being a "Twenty Dollars Reward" for a stolen mare, with details. The front page features a large and very ornately engraved masthead with a 3 masthead ship as the central focus, however a hole at the center of it does deter (see). Almost all of page 2 is taken up with reports from London, much of it concerning the situation in America, One report from the Mayor of London to the King which begins: "...beg leave to approach the throne & to declare our abhorrence of the measures which have been pursued & are now pursuing to the oppression of our fellow subjects in America; these measures are big with all the consequences which can alarm a free & commercial people..." with much more (see for portions). Pages 2 and 3 report on a fire in Boston and notes that John Hancock lost a store and shed in the tragedy, with a postscript noting: "The inhabitants took particular care to save the goods in Mr. Hancock's store." Page 3 has several reports of military preparations & troubles,including: "Major General Worster...was to march from New Haven for Greenwich...with 2500 men...to encamp during the summer...to be at hand to support the city of New York..." and "...General Gage ordered 200 soldiers, armed, to proceed...to Grape Island...to take possession of some hay & cattle. The country being alarmed, 3 or 400 provincials collected...landed on said island & drove off the regulars..." with more. Another letter from Crown Point includes a rather historic report on the taking of Ticonderoga: "On the 14th last Col. Arnold left Ticonderoga with 50 men...& proceeded for St. John's...surprized a serjeant & his party of 12 men & took the King's sloop...without any loss on either side...". Page 3 has other military reports as well in addition to made ads. The entire back page is taken up with ads including two runaway reward ads. Four pages, somewhat large folio size for a colonial issue, water stain at the right side does not deter readability, the small holes near the top of both leaves cause minor loss and not to any mentioned text. Nice condition and a rare title from this period.

DUNLAP'S PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, June 5, 1775 * Capture of Ticonderoga * Benedict Arnold The entire front page is taken up with ads, one of which is illustrated being a "Twenty Dollars Reward" for a stolen mare, with details. The front page features a large and very ornately engraved masthead with a 3 masthead ship as the central focus, however a hole at the center of it does deter (see). Almost all of page 2 is taken up with reports from London, much of it concerning the situation in America, One report from the Mayor of London to the King which begins: "...beg leave to approach the throne & to declare our abhorrence of the measures which have been pursued & are now pursuing to the oppression of our fellow subjects in America; these measures are big with all the consequences which can alarm a free & commercial people..." with much more (see for portions). Pages 2 and 3 report on a fire in Boston and notes that John Hancock lost a store and shed in the tragedy, with a postscript noting: "The inhabitants took particular care to save the goods in Mr. Hancock's store." Page 3 has several reports of military preparations & troubles,including: "Major General Worster...was to march from New Haven for Greenwich...with 2500 men...to encamp during the summer...to be at hand to support the city of New York..." and "...General Gage ordered 200 soldiers, armed, to proceed...to Grape Island...to take possession of some hay & cattle. The country being alarmed, 3 or 400 provincials collected...landed on said island & drove off the regulars..." with more. Another letter from Crown Point includes a rather historic report on the taking of Ticonderoga: "On the 14th last Col. Arnold left Ticonderoga with 50 men...& proceeded for St. John's...surprized a serjeant & his party of 12 men & took the King's sloop...without any loss on either side...". Page 3 has other military reports as well in addition to made ads. The entire back page is taken up with ads including two runaway reward ads. Four pages, somewhat large folio size for a colonial issue, water stain at the right side does not deter readability, the small holes near the top of both leaves cause minor loss and not to any mentioned text. Nice condition and a rare title from this period.

541813

4.14.2008

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1775-06-07

<div class="MsoNormal">THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, June 7, 1775. * The desired "Unite Or Die" masthead <h2>This item has already sold! </h2> <h3>It is shown for research/viewing purposes only. Please enjoy !!!</h3> If there was a graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption.  The engraving shows a snake cut into various pieces, each with a label of a colony (see photo) with the implied message that only by each of the separate colonies uniting under a single cause could the country--the snake--hope to strike back & be successful in defeating the British. This engraving is found in most history books, but very rarely is it found on a period newspaper and available on the open market.Here is a genuine issue of this <st1:city xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1"><st1:place st="on">Philadelphia</st1:place></st1:city> newspaper which incorporated this engraving into its masthead for a short period during the beginning months of the Revolutionary War. A piece from the masthead was lost but has been expertly and archivally repaired with actual 18th century newsprint with the lost type replaced as well (for pg. 1 only), making this repair somewhat unnoticeable at a distance (see photos). The original loss did not touch the snake but rather a corner of the border and four of the letters in the title.Two-thirds of the front page are taken up with: "The Act of Parliament for restraining the Trade of all the Colonies except Nantucket, Nova-Scotia, St. Lawrence, <st1:city xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1">New-York</st1:city>, <st1:state xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1">North Carolina</st1:state> and <st1:country-region xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1"><st1:place st="on">Georgia</st1:place></st1:country-region>." With the conclusion on pg. 4, affected by the loss of type due to the back leaf repair. Although the text within would seem to have a minor affect on the desirability of this issue, there is some nice content on page 3. Included is a Resolve from the Provincial Congress at <st1:state xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1"><st1:place st="on">New York</st1:place></st1:state> which includes: "...to furnish themselves with necessary arms & ammunition; to use all diligence to perfect themselves in the military art, and if necessary, to form themselves into companies for that purpose, until the further orders of this Congress." And this is followed by a very nice & detailed: "Circumstantial Account of the late <st1:city xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1">Battle</st1:city> at <st1:city xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1">Chelsea</st1:city>, <st1:placename xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1">Hog</st1:placename><st1:placetype xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1">sland</st1:placetype>, etc. in <st1:state xmlns:st1="http://unknownprefix/st1" st="on" st1="http://unknownprefix/st1"><st1:place st="on">Massachusetts"</st1:place></st1:state> (see photos).There is other war-related content on page 3 as well, as seen in the photos below.</div> Complete in four pages save for the loss & repair at the top of both leaves as shown in the photos. Some archival mends at the blank inside spine, two small red wax spots at the bottom of the front page, otherwise rather nice. An exceedingly rare opportunity for a most desirable, displayable, and uncommon item.

THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, June 7, 1775. * The desired "Unite Or Die" masthead This item has already sold! It is shown for research/viewing purposes only. Please enjoy !!! If there was a graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. The engraving shows a snake cut into various pieces, each with a label of a colony (see photo) with the implied message that only by each of the separate colonies uniting under a single cause could the country--the snake--hope to strike back & be successful in defeating the British. This engraving is found in most history books, but very rarely is it found on a period newspaper and available on the open market.Here is a genuine issue of this Philadelphia newspaper which incorporated this engraving into its masthead for a short period during the beginning months of the Revolutionary War. A piece from the masthead was lost but has been expertly and archivally repaired with actual 18th century newsprint with the lost type replaced as well (for pg. 1 only), making this repair somewhat unnoticeable at a distance (see photos). The original loss did not touch the snake but rather a corner of the border and four of the letters in the title.Two-thirds of the front page are taken up with: "The Act of Parliament for restraining the Trade of all the Colonies except Nantucket, Nova-Scotia, St. Lawrence, New-York, North Carolina and Georgia." With the conclusion on pg. 4, affected by the loss of type due to the back leaf repair. Although the text within would seem to have a minor affect on the desirability of this issue, there is some nice content on page 3. Included is a Resolve from the Provincial Congress at New York which includes: "...to furnish themselves with necessary arms & ammunition; to use all diligence to perfect themselves in the military art, and if necessary, to form themselves into companies for that purpose, until the further orders of this Congress." And this is followed by a very nice & detailed: "Circumstantial Account of the late Battle at Chelsea, Hogsland, etc. in Massachusetts" (see photos).There is other war-related content on page 3 as well, as seen in the photos below. Complete in four pages save for the loss & repair at the top of both leaves as shown in the photos. Some archival mends at the blank inside spine, two small red wax spots at the bottom of the front page, otherwise rather nice. An exceedingly rare opportunity for a most desirable, displayable, and uncommon item.

214347

11.22.2006

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1775-06-20

<div>THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 20, 1775 * Ticonderoga & Crown Point * General Gage Ftpg. is entirely taken up with a continued speech which has some references to the situation in America, with "...the military coertion of America will be impracticable...what has been the fate of your famous bills...the Boston port bill and the bill for altering the charter of Massachusetts Bay. America...(has) already grappled with those two serpents sent for her destruction..." and "...the American alledge that what they now contend for is that reasonable portion of liberty with which they were chartered as their birthright..." and more. Pg. 3 has a report noting the troops of General Gage being in motion.  Pg. 3 also has a report from Congress: "To the Oppressed Inhabitants of Canada" which begins: "Alarmed by the designs of an arbitrary ministry to extirpate the rights & liberties of all America, a sense of common danger conspired with the dictates of humanity in urging us to call your attention...to this very important object..." with much more., including mention that "...the taking the fort & military stores at Ticonderoga & Crown Point & the armed vessels on the lake was dictated by the great law of self preservation; they were intended to annoy us..." with more.  A fine issue from near the beginning of the Revolutionary War. Four pages, many ads, very nice condition.</div>

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 20, 1775 * Ticonderoga & Crown Point * General Gage Ftpg. is entirely taken up with a continued speech which has some references to the situation in America, with "...the military coertion of America will be impracticable...what has been the fate of your famous bills...the Boston port bill and the bill for altering the charter of Massachusetts Bay. America...(has) already grappled with those two serpents sent for her destruction..." and "...the American alledge that what they now contend for is that reasonable portion of liberty with which they were chartered as their birthright..." and more. Pg. 3 has a report noting the troops of General Gage being in motion. Pg. 3 also has a report from Congress: "To the Oppressed Inhabitants of Canada" which begins: "Alarmed by the designs of an arbitrary ministry to extirpate the rights & liberties of all America, a sense of common danger conspired with the dictates of humanity in urging us to call your attention...to this very important object..." with much more., including mention that "...the taking the fort & military stores at Ticonderoga & Crown Point & the armed vessels on the lake was dictated by the great law of self preservation; they were intended to annoy us..." with more. A fine issue from near the beginning of the Revolutionary War. Four pages, many ads, very nice condition.

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1775-07-13

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, July 13, 1775 * Revolutionary War newspaper from America * Roxbury : Bunker Hill The font page contains an address from the Williamsburgh, Virginia, House of Burgesses to the royal governor in which they exhort their hopes for an amiable relationship, including: "...wishing, most ardently, for a restoration of that harmony which subsisted between your Lordship & the people, we have directed an inquiry into the causes of the late disturbances & commotions which have arisen in some parts of this colony..." with the governor's response (see photos). Page 2 has a report from London with some interesting items including: "...the unhappy differences in America have been the chief cause of this expense; and I trust, that when the people of America see, in a proper light, the conduct of this country they will learn to pay proper obedience to the laws; if, on the contrary, they should persist in their resolutoins and that if the sword must be drawn, your faithful Commons will do every thing in their power to maintain & support the supremacy of this legislature..." with more (see photos). Page 3 has nearly a full column with an excellent report of a military battle near Roxbury, Massachusetts, from not long after the Battle of Bunker Hill. See the photo for the great text. Complete in 4 pages, some loss in the upper right corner does not touch any text save for part of one word on pg. 2, some scattered browning, generally rather nice. A great issue from the early months of the Revolutionary War with both political and military accounts. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, July 13, 1775 * Revolutionary War newspaper from America * Roxbury : Bunker Hill The font page contains an address from the Williamsburgh, Virginia, House of Burgesses to the royal governor in which they exhort their hopes for an amiable relationship, including: "...wishing, most ardently, for a restoration of that harmony which subsisted between your Lordship & the people, we have directed an inquiry into the causes of the late disturbances & commotions which have arisen in some parts of this colony..." with the governor's response (see photos). Page 2 has a report from London with some interesting items including: "...the unhappy differences in America have been the chief cause of this expense; and I trust, that when the people of America see, in a proper light, the conduct of this country they will learn to pay proper obedience to the laws; if, on the contrary, they should persist in their resolutoins and that if the sword must be drawn, your faithful Commons will do every thing in their power to maintain & support the supremacy of this legislature..." with more (see photos). Page 3 has nearly a full column with an excellent report of a military battle near Roxbury, Massachusetts, from not long after the Battle of Bunker Hill. See the photo for the great text. Complete in 4 pages, some loss in the upper right corner does not touch any text save for part of one word on pg. 2, some scattered browning, generally rather nice. A great issue from the early months of the Revolutionary War with both political and military accounts. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, July 21, 1775 * General George Washington * Battle of Roxbury * Indian Treaty The entire front page is taken up with text from Williamsburg and the House of Burgesses, including an address to the governor and with the governor's reply, carrying over to page 2. Page 2 also has some discussion concerning a treaty between Virginia & the Indians including a Resolve which begins: "That the said treaty be immediately entered upon and that George Washington, Thomas Walker, James Wood...or any three or more...hereby constituted & appointed commissioners...to meet the chiefs...of the said Ohio Indians as soon as the same can be done..." with more (see photos). Page 3 has a brief item from Phila. which notes: "His Excellency General Washington has appointed Joseph Reed, Esq., of this city, his Secretary; and the Hon. Major General Ward has appointed Samuel Osgood, Esq. his Aid-de-Camp." The book "1776" goes to some length to note how much Washington trusted & depended upon Joseph Reed. Pg. 3 contains a nice & detailed account of a skirmish between the Americans& British troops at Roxbury (see photos), the text taking nearly a full column. The back page is mostly taken up with ads, including a "To Be Sold" ad for a Negro man. Also a short item from the Committee of Safety calling for linen to be used as bandages for the military.  Complete in 4 pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, light damp staining at the margins, generally nice.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, July 21, 1775 * General George Washington * Battle of Roxbury * Indian Treaty The entire front page is taken up with text from Williamsburg and the House of Burgesses, including an address to the governor and with the governor's reply, carrying over to page 2. Page 2 also has some discussion concerning a treaty between Virginia & the Indians including a Resolve which begins: "That the said treaty be immediately entered upon and that George Washington, Thomas Walker, James Wood...or any three or more...hereby constituted & appointed commissioners...to meet the chiefs...of the said Ohio Indians as soon as the same can be done..." with more (see photos). Page 3 has a brief item from Phila. which notes: "His Excellency General Washington has appointed Joseph Reed, Esq., of this city, his Secretary; and the Hon. Major General Ward has appointed Samuel Osgood, Esq. his Aid-de-Camp." The book "1776" goes to some length to note how much Washington trusted & depended upon Joseph Reed. Pg. 3 contains a nice & detailed account of a skirmish between the Americans& British troops at Roxbury (see photos), the text taking nearly a full column. The back page is mostly taken up with ads, including a "To Be Sold" ad for a Negro man. Also a short item from the Committee of Safety calling for linen to be used as bandages for the military. Complete in 4 pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, light damp staining at the margins, generally nice.

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1775-07-22

THE CRISIS, from London, England, dated July 22, 1775. * Rare anti British title from England * Revolutionary War era original * Pro America Independence In my 32 years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. The full text of the entire issue is photographed below. All six pages are essentially a lengthy and cleverly written poem, portions of which include: "What can be had from Captives and from Chains; What large Revenues can your coffers boast, from ruin'd cities, and a wasted coast..." and "Of haughty Tyrants & their fawning crowd; Ah, blush, deluded Prince with conscious shame,;That George should merit that detested name." and also: "Your hopes of conquest on North Am'ricks Coast, Are blasted & your expectations lost, Your armys routed & your Generalsa driven Back to their Fleets, the sport of angry Heaven...." and more (see the photos0. Measures 7 by 11 1/2 inches, in very nice condition. Complete in six pages. Note: this is not the famous "Crisis" by Thomas Paine.

THE CRISIS, from London, England, dated July 22, 1775. * Rare anti British title from England * Revolutionary War era original * Pro America Independence In my 32 years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. The full text of the entire issue is photographed below. All six pages are essentially a lengthy and cleverly written poem, portions of which include: "What can be had from Captives and from Chains; What large Revenues can your coffers boast, from ruin'd cities, and a wasted coast..." and "Of haughty Tyrants & their fawning crowd; Ah, blush, deluded Prince with conscious shame,;That George should merit that detested name." and also: "Your hopes of conquest on North Am'ricks Coast, Are blasted & your expectations lost, Your armys routed & your Generalsa driven Back to their Fleets, the sport of angry Heaven...." and more (see the photos0. Measures 7 by 11 1/2 inches, in very nice condition. Complete in six pages. Note: this is not the famous "Crisis" by Thomas Paine.

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1775-07-22

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 22, 1775  * The Gunpowder Incident  * Revolutionary war original from the enemy  * Join or Die  Page 2 has a nice reference to the "gunpowder incident" (see the web for much detail) in Williamsburg with: "...We have been here in a state of confusion for some time owing to the Governor's removing the powder out of the magazine in the night on board of a sloop of war & the flame of the people again kindled by his Lordship's fixing guns in the windows & doors of the magazine, loaded with spring locks to fire on the hoisting of a window..." with more (see). Another page has a brief item datelined "Williamsburgh" noting: "....that 1300 barrels of gunpowder...are safely landed at Baltimore in Maryland & that there is no doubt but America will be well supplied therewith." The same page has a lengthy letter from "Cambridge, in New England" concerning an exchange of prisoners, involving Dr. Warren and General Putnam among others (see), followed by other reports on the Revolutionary War including reference to the Battle of Lexington and Concord (see photos) with mention that: "...the word with The Sons of Liberty (as the rebels stile themselves) is, join or die. The prisoners have been all exchanged...Nothing of consequence has happened at Boston since the 19th of April except a skirmish or two between the enemy & some parties of troops...The rebels still continue the blockade..." with more (see). The back page has an item concerning the war as well (see). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 in., very nice condition. wikipedia notes: On the night of April 20, royal marines loaded fifteen half barrels of powder into the governor's wagon and transported it to the eastern end of the Quarterpath Road to be loaded aboard an armed British ship in the James River. The act was discovered by townsfolk while underway, and they sounded an alarm. Local militia rallied to the scene, and riders spread word of the incident across the colony. Dunmore, who had only recently gained some popularity from victory in Dunmore's War against Shawnee Indians in the Ohio Country, feared for his personal safety. He warned the colony that if he were attacked he would “declare Freedom to the Slaves, and reduce the City of Williamsburg to Ashes.” He also told an alderman that he had “once fought for the Virginians” but “By God, I would let them see that I could fight against them.” As word of the incident spread, militia from Hanover, Albemarle, Orange, and, under the advice of George Washington, Fredericksburg, began to move on Williamsburg. These militias learned of the events in Lexington and Concord at about the same time they began to march. The Hanover militia, led by Patrick Henry, reached Williamsburg first, arrving outside of the city on May 3. That day Dunmore's family escaped to Porto Bello, Lord Dunmore's hunting lodge on the York River,[3] and from there to the H.M.S. Fowey, lying at anchor in the York River. The governor sent a request for reinforcements to Boston. The powder magazine in Williamsburg today For several days, a standoff ensued. Henry waited outside Williamsburg with between 150 and 500 militia while Dunmore, remaining in Williamsburg, threatened to destroy the town and have the Navy fire on Yorktown if there was an attack.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 22, 1775 * The Gunpowder Incident * Revolutionary war original from the enemy * Join or Die Page 2 has a nice reference to the "gunpowder incident" (see the web for much detail) in Williamsburg with: "...We have been here in a state of confusion for some time owing to the Governor's removing the powder out of the magazine in the night on board of a sloop of war & the flame of the people again kindled by his Lordship's fixing guns in the windows & doors of the magazine, loaded with spring locks to fire on the hoisting of a window..." with more (see). Another page has a brief item datelined "Williamsburgh" noting: "....that 1300 barrels of gunpowder...are safely landed at Baltimore in Maryland & that there is no doubt but America will be well supplied therewith." The same page has a lengthy letter from "Cambridge, in New England" concerning an exchange of prisoners, involving Dr. Warren and General Putnam among others (see), followed by other reports on the Revolutionary War including reference to the Battle of Lexington and Concord (see photos) with mention that: "...the word with The Sons of Liberty (as the rebels stile themselves) is, join or die. The prisoners have been all exchanged...Nothing of consequence has happened at Boston since the 19th of April except a skirmish or two between the enemy & some parties of troops...The rebels still continue the blockade..." with more (see). The back page has an item concerning the war as well (see). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 in., very nice condition. wikipedia notes: On the night of April 20, royal marines loaded fifteen half barrels of powder into the governor's wagon and transported it to the eastern end of the Quarterpath Road to be loaded aboard an armed British ship in the James River. The act was discovered by townsfolk while underway, and they sounded an alarm. Local militia rallied to the scene, and riders spread word of the incident across the colony. Dunmore, who had only recently gained some popularity from victory in Dunmore's War against Shawnee Indians in the Ohio Country, feared for his personal safety. He warned the colony that if he were attacked he would “declare Freedom to the Slaves, and reduce the City of Williamsburg to Ashes.” He also told an alderman that he had “once fought for the Virginians” but “By God, I would let them see that I could fight against them.” As word of the incident spread, militia from Hanover, Albemarle, Orange, and, under the advice of George Washington, Fredericksburg, began to move on Williamsburg. These militias learned of the events in Lexington and Concord at about the same time they began to march. The Hanover militia, led by Patrick Henry, reached Williamsburg first, arrving outside of the city on May 3. That day Dunmore's family escaped to Porto Bello, Lord Dunmore's hunting lodge on the York River,[3] and from there to the H.M.S. Fowey, lying at anchor in the York River. The governor sent a request for reinforcements to Boston. The powder magazine in Williamsburg today For several days, a standoff ensued. Henry waited outside Williamsburg with between 150 and 500 militia while Dunmore, remaining in Williamsburg, threatened to destroy the town and have the Navy fire on Yorktown if there was an attack.

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1775-08-01

<div> THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Aug. 1, 1775. * Lexington and Concord<div>* Slavery</div> </div> <div>A page 2 item begins: "Slaves, as these unfortunate black people are, and dull as all men are from slavery, must they not a little suspect the offer of freedom from that very nation which has sold them to their present masters?..." with more (see photos) & continued in a following issue.  Another interesting article on pg. 3 begins: "Whilst I feel the deepest anguish & sensibility for the loss of our hapless countrymen, who lately fell in the action with the Americans near Boston, suffer me to entreat you to STAY THE SWORD and suspend any farther operations against the colonists until some happy conciliating means may be devised..." with more. This is a great article, taking over a full column. Some other Revolutionary War-related items as well. Four pages, some water staining near the margins, otherwise good. Measures about 8 by 10 in. </div>

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Aug. 1, 1775. * Lexington and Concord* Slavery A page 2 item begins: "Slaves, as these unfortunate black people are, and dull as all men are from slavery, must they not a little suspect the offer of freedom from that very nation which has sold them to their present masters?..." with more (see photos) & continued in a following issue. Another interesting article on pg. 3 begins: "Whilst I feel the deepest anguish & sensibility for the loss of our hapless countrymen, who lately fell in the action with the Americans near Boston, suffer me to entreat you to STAY THE SWORD and suspend any farther operations against the colonists until some happy conciliating means may be devised..." with more. This is a great article, taking over a full column. Some other Revolutionary War-related items as well. Four pages, some water staining near the margins, otherwise good. Measures about 8 by 10 in.

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1775-08-08

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 8, 1775  * Battle of Bunker Hill original reporting from the enemy  * Revolutionary war at the beginning  Pages 2 and 3 contain an excellent account of the Battle of Bunker Hill that appeared in the Essex Gazette from Salem, Massachusetts, on June 22. The account about this historic battle begins: "Last Friday night ...our army began an entrenchment...below Bunker's-hill, about a mile...northward...of the town of Charlestown. The enemy appeared most alarmed on Saturday morning, when they discovered our operations, and immediately began a heavy cannonading from a battery on Corps-hill, Boston..." The report notes that the provincials continued their work until 1 o'clock on Saturday afternoon "...when they discovered a very large body of the enemy crossing Charles River from Boston. They landed on a point of land about a mile eastward of our entrenchments, and immediately disposed their army for an attack..."  There is more about the British attack plan with the account continuing: "As the enemy approached, our men were not only exposed to the attack of a very numerous musketry, but the heavy fire of the battery on Corps-hill....our troops...sustained the enemy's attack with real bravery and resolution...and repulsed them several times; and after bearing as severe and heavy fire as perhaps was ever known...they were overpowered...retreating about sun-set..." and more. There is other war-related content in this issue, and, on another page is news from Philadelphia stating that: "Last Tuesday Thomas Jefferson , Esq. arrived here from Virginia to attend the Congress agreeable to his election, in the room of the Hon. Peyton Randolph." On the same page is an address from the Provincial Congress of New York to Gen. Washington supporting his appointment as head of the Continental Army: "...in the glorious struggle for American Liberty...", followed by his gracious reply, signed in type: G. Washington. A second report has details about Washington's departure for the "...Provincial camp at Cambridge, near Boston." On the back page, under "London" is an extract of a letter that begins: "The Americans have published several accounts of the late engagement at Charles-Town on Bunker's-hill, wherein they, as usual, claim a victory...". Also of great significance in this report is the announcement that Washington was selected by Congress as commander-in-chief of the Continental army, reading: "A letter from New York dated July 3 says, 'The following is the staff lately appointed by the Continental congress: General and Commander in Chief of all the American Forces, George Washington, Esq., of Virginia..." with the other general appointments as well, including Ward, Lee, Schuyler, Putnam, and Gates (see). A doubly significant newspaper with two very historic reports on the Revolutionary War. Measures 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, complete in 8 pages, in very nice, clean condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 8, 1775 * Battle of Bunker Hill original reporting from the enemy * Revolutionary war at the beginning Pages 2 and 3 contain an excellent account of the Battle of Bunker Hill that appeared in the Essex Gazette from Salem, Massachusetts, on June 22. The account about this historic battle begins: "Last Friday night ...our army began an entrenchment...below Bunker's-hill, about a mile...northward...of the town of Charlestown. The enemy appeared most alarmed on Saturday morning, when they discovered our operations, and immediately began a heavy cannonading from a battery on Corps-hill, Boston..." The report notes that the provincials continued their work until 1 o'clock on Saturday afternoon "...when they discovered a very large body of the enemy crossing Charles River from Boston. They landed on a point of land about a mile eastward of our entrenchments, and immediately disposed their army for an attack..." There is more about the British attack plan with the account continuing: "As the enemy approached, our men were not only exposed to the attack of a very numerous musketry, but the heavy fire of the battery on Corps-hill....our troops...sustained the enemy's attack with real bravery and resolution...and repulsed them several times; and after bearing as severe and heavy fire as perhaps was ever known...they were overpowered...retreating about sun-set..." and more. There is other war-related content in this issue, and, on another page is news from Philadelphia stating that: "Last Tuesday Thomas Jefferson , Esq. arrived here from Virginia to attend the Congress agreeable to his election, in the room of the Hon. Peyton Randolph." On the same page is an address from the Provincial Congress of New York to Gen. Washington supporting his appointment as head of the Continental Army: "...in the glorious struggle for American Liberty...", followed by his gracious reply, signed in type: G. Washington. A second report has details about Washington's departure for the "...Provincial camp at Cambridge, near Boston." On the back page, under "London" is an extract of a letter that begins: "The Americans have published several accounts of the late engagement at Charles-Town on Bunker's-hill, wherein they, as usual, claim a victory...". Also of great significance in this report is the announcement that Washington was selected by Congress as commander-in-chief of the Continental army, reading: "A letter from New York dated July 3 says, 'The following is the staff lately appointed by the Continental congress: General and Commander in Chief of all the American Forces, George Washington, Esq., of Virginia..." with the other general appointments as well, including Ward, Lee, Schuyler, Putnam, and Gates (see). A doubly significant newspaper with two very historic reports on the Revolutionary War. Measures 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, complete in 8 pages, in very nice, clean condition.

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1775-08-15

<div>THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Aug. 15, 1775  Page 2 item from Norfolk begins: "This town & neighbourhood have been much disturbed lately with the elopement of their Negroes...". A report from Williamsburg tells of some events in that area. Pg. 3 item begins: "A gentleman from the American camp says some riflemen, on Charlestown side, shot an officer of note in the ministerial service & killed 3 men on board a ship in Charlestown ferry...that General Gage had lately sent armed schooners to Machia..." with more. A bkpg. report headed "New York" mentions "...a considerable body of troops from Boston...had appeared off Montock (Montauk) Point..." to buy some livestock, and "...militia marched a large body of men to the place of their landing & Maj. General Wooster, with the Connecticut forces, left the encampment at Harlaem, crossed the East River "...militia marched a large body of men to the place of their landing & Maj. General Wooster, with the Connecticut forces, left the encampment at Harlaem, crossed the East River & marched with expedition to act in concert with the militia..." plus more war-related text. Also on pg. 4 is a note: "We hear from North Carolina that Fort Johnson, having been abandoned by the governor, was demolished by the inhabitants." Just a bit irregular at the spine, some light water staining near the margins, otherwise good. Measures about 8 by 10 inches, 4 pages.</div>

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Aug. 15, 1775 Page 2 item from Norfolk begins: "This town & neighbourhood have been much disturbed lately with the elopement of their Negroes...". A report from Williamsburg tells of some events in that area. Pg. 3 item begins: "A gentleman from the American camp says some riflemen, on Charlestown side, shot an officer of note in the ministerial service & killed 3 men on board a ship in Charlestown ferry...that General Gage had lately sent armed schooners to Machia..." with more. A bkpg. report headed "New York" mentions "...a considerable body of troops from Boston...had appeared off Montock (Montauk) Point..." to buy some livestock, and "...militia marched a large body of men to the place of their landing & Maj. General Wooster, with the Connecticut forces, left the encampment at Harlaem, crossed the East River "...militia marched a large body of men to the place of their landing & Maj. General Wooster, with the Connecticut forces, left the encampment at Harlaem, crossed the East River & marched with expedition to act in concert with the militia..." plus more war-related text. Also on pg. 4 is a note: "We hear from North Carolina that Fort Johnson, having been abandoned by the governor, was demolished by the inhabitants." Just a bit irregular at the spine, some light water staining near the margins, otherwise good. Measures about 8 by 10 inches, 4 pages.

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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, August 26, 1775 * Much on a speech to reconcile with England * Cannon fire on New York City All of pages 1 and 2 & a bit of page 3 are taken up with a continued: "Speech of Edmund Burke, Esq., on Moving his Resolutions  for Conciliation with the Colonies, March 22, 1775" which include comments of an historical perspective (see photos for a small portion of this address). Pg. 3 news from Cambridge notes some military appointments, and also reports on how the Continental Congress is handling the management of Indian affairs (see photos). Page 3 also has other reports including: "How is the glory of Britain departed! Her army, which was not long since the terror of many nations, is now employed in cutting the throats of his Majesty's loyal subjects...". A back page report from New York begins: "Yesterday our Congress directed that the cannon on the Battery should be removed..." and another historic report noted that cannon fire upon New York City alarms the people, and begins an exodus of many to New Jersey (see photos). Complete in 4 pgs., some light foxing, generally in very nice condition. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, August 26, 1775 * Much on a speech to reconcile with England * Cannon fire on New York City All of pages 1 and 2 & a bit of page 3 are taken up with a continued: "Speech of Edmund Burke, Esq., on Moving his Resolutions for Conciliation with the Colonies, March 22, 1775" which include comments of an historical perspective (see photos for a small portion of this address). Pg. 3 news from Cambridge notes some military appointments, and also reports on how the Continental Congress is handling the management of Indian affairs (see photos). Page 3 also has other reports including: "How is the glory of Britain departed! Her army, which was not long since the terror of many nations, is now employed in cutting the throats of his Majesty's loyal subjects...". A back page report from New York begins: "Yesterday our Congress directed that the cannon on the Battery should be removed..." and another historic report noted that cannon fire upon New York City alarms the people, and begins an exodus of many to New Jersey (see photos). Complete in 4 pgs., some light foxing, generally in very nice condition. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

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THE CRISIS, London, August 26, 1775  In my 33 years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. The full text of the entire issue is photographed below. The format of this issue is interesting, all text being in poem form (see photos), portions of which include: "In verse or rose, I'll make no TYRANT vain, Nor praise the virtue of a Negro's Reign..." "Smiling he view Destruction raging round, And brave Bostonians biting Freedom's Ground..." "Rolls thro' the Piece sad Massachusetts's Flood, Her ruins smoaking, and her fields in blood. Driven to despair, see Bostoniian's Genius rise; to wipe the Fear from all her Children's eyes..." and "How long will Gage's flimsy Force endure! Ticonderoga and Crown Point are sure..." with much more. There are also 22 footnotes which clarify the references made in the poem (see). Measures 7 by 11 1/2 inches, in very nice condition. Complete in six pages.  Note: this is not the Thomas Paine pamphlet.

THE CRISIS, London, August 26, 1775 In my 33 years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. The full text of the entire issue is photographed below. The format of this issue is interesting, all text being in poem form (see photos), portions of which include: "In verse or rose, I'll make no TYRANT vain, Nor praise the virtue of a Negro's Reign..." "Smiling he view Destruction raging round, And brave Bostonians biting Freedom's Ground..." "Rolls thro' the Piece sad Massachusetts's Flood, Her ruins smoaking, and her fields in blood. Driven to despair, see Bostoniian's Genius rise; to wipe the Fear from all her Children's eyes..." and "How long will Gage's flimsy Force endure! Ticonderoga and Crown Point are sure..." with much more. There are also 22 footnotes which clarify the references made in the poem (see). Measures 7 by 11 1/2 inches, in very nice condition. Complete in six pages. Note: this is not the Thomas Paine pamphlet.

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7.15.2008

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1775-09-07

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, September 7, 1775  * Edmund Burke speech...  * Revolutionary War era original from America...  The entire front page is a continuation of: "The Speech of Edmund Burke on Moving his Resolutions for Conciliation with the Colonies" which also takes all of page 2 and a bit of page 3 as well. Page 3 has a very nice report from Williamsburg concerning an ordinance for: "...raising and embodying a sufficient force for the defense & protection of this colony." which includes the pay & many other details (see photos). The back page has reports from the "Committee Chamber" which includes a resolve of the Continental Congress (see photos). Complete in 4 pages measuring about 8 by 10 inches, some browning mainly near the margins, otherwise very nice. Great to have a Philadelphia newspaper from the Revolutionary War.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, September 7, 1775 * Edmund Burke speech... * Revolutionary War era original from America... The entire front page is a continuation of: "The Speech of Edmund Burke on Moving his Resolutions for Conciliation with the Colonies" which also takes all of page 2 and a bit of page 3 as well. Page 3 has a very nice report from Williamsburg concerning an ordinance for: "...raising and embodying a sufficient force for the defense & protection of this colony." which includes the pay & many other details (see photos). The back page has reports from the "Committee Chamber" which includes a resolve of the Continental Congress (see photos). Complete in 4 pages measuring about 8 by 10 inches, some browning mainly near the margins, otherwise very nice. Great to have a Philadelphia newspaper from the Revolutionary War.

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1775-09-14

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, from London, England, dated September 14, 1775  An inside pg. has an article relating to the evacuation of Boston (see). And yet another page is almost entirely taken up with various items relating to the Revolutionary War, bits including: "...arrived in town from Long Island & informs us that 13 men of war & transports were lying at anchor in Oyster -pod Bay, near Gardiner's Island..." and from Canada: "...that the Canadians & Indians cannot be persuaded by Governor Carlton to join his forces..." and "...party of the enemy advanced into Boston Neck towards Roxbury but was soon drove back; they however set fire to the George Tavern, which was consumed..." with so much more (see). Nearly a full column on the bkpg. is taken up with American reports including "The following instructions are given to officers of ...the Massachusetts Bay forces who are immediately to go upon the recruiting service. You are not to enlist any deserter from the ministerial army nor any stroller, negro, or vagabond, or person suspected of being an enemy to the liberty of America, nor any under 18 years of age..." plus much more, all this signed in type by: Horatio Gates. Further on is a note concerning the Provincial camp at Boston noting they: "...are 20,000 strong, extremely well entrenched, are very healthy, have the greatest abundance of provisions, ...are very impatient to be brought to action..." & even more (see). A great issue with much fine content, complete in 8 pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 in., in great condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, from London, England, dated September 14, 1775 An inside pg. has an article relating to the evacuation of Boston (see). And yet another page is almost entirely taken up with various items relating to the Revolutionary War, bits including: "...arrived in town from Long Island & informs us that 13 men of war & transports were lying at anchor in Oyster -pod Bay, near Gardiner's Island..." and from Canada: "...that the Canadians & Indians cannot be persuaded by Governor Carlton to join his forces..." and "...party of the enemy advanced into Boston Neck towards Roxbury but was soon drove back; they however set fire to the George Tavern, which was consumed..." with so much more (see). Nearly a full column on the bkpg. is taken up with American reports including "The following instructions are given to officers of ...the Massachusetts Bay forces who are immediately to go upon the recruiting service. You are not to enlist any deserter from the ministerial army nor any stroller, negro, or vagabond, or person suspected of being an enemy to the liberty of America, nor any under 18 years of age..." plus much more, all this signed in type by: Horatio Gates. Further on is a note concerning the Provincial camp at Boston noting they: "...are 20,000 strong, extremely well entrenched, are very healthy, have the greatest abundance of provisions, ...are very impatient to be brought to action..." & even more (see). A great issue with much fine content, complete in 8 pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 in., in great condition.

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11.82.2008

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1775-09-14

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, from London, England, dated September 14, 1775  * Who not to enlist, by Horatio Gates * Revolutionary war original from the enemy An inside page has an article relating to the evacuation of Boston (see). And yet another page is almost entirely taken up with various items relating to the Revolutionary War, bits including: * ...arrived in town from Long Island & informs us that 13 men of war & transports were lying at anchor in Oyster -pod Bay, near Gardiner's Island..." and from Canada: "...that the Canadians & Indians cannot be persuaded by Governor Carlton to join his forces..." and "...party of the enemy advanced into Boston Neck towards Roxbury but was soon drove back; they however set fire to the George Tavern, which was consumed... with so much more (see). Nearly a full column on the back page is taken up with American reports including "The following instructions are given to officers of ...the Massachusetts Bay forces who are immediately to go upon the recruiting service. You are not to enlist any deserter from the ministerial army nor any stroller, negro, or vagabond, or person suspected of being an enemy to the liberty of America, nor any under 18 years of age..." plus much more, all this signed in type by: Horatio Gates. Further on is a note concerning the Provincial camp at Boston noting they: "...are 20,000 strong, extremely well entrenched, are very healthy, have the greatest abundance of provisions, ...are very impatient to be brought to action..." & even more (see). A great issue with much fine content, complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 in.,some minor foxing, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, from London, England, dated September 14, 1775 * Who not to enlist, by Horatio Gates * Revolutionary war original from the enemy An inside page has an article relating to the evacuation of Boston (see). And yet another page is almost entirely taken up with various items relating to the Revolutionary War, bits including: * ...arrived in town from Long Island & informs us that 13 men of war & transports were lying at anchor in Oyster -pod Bay, near Gardiner's Island..." and from Canada: "...that the Canadians & Indians cannot be persuaded by Governor Carlton to join his forces..." and "...party of the enemy advanced into Boston Neck towards Roxbury but was soon drove back; they however set fire to the George Tavern, which was consumed... with so much more (see). Nearly a full column on the back page is taken up with American reports including "The following instructions are given to officers of ...the Massachusetts Bay forces who are immediately to go upon the recruiting service. You are not to enlist any deserter from the ministerial army nor any stroller, negro, or vagabond, or person suspected of being an enemy to the liberty of America, nor any under 18 years of age..." plus much more, all this signed in type by: Horatio Gates. Further on is a note concerning the Provincial camp at Boston noting they: "...are 20,000 strong, extremely well entrenched, are very healthy, have the greatest abundance of provisions, ...are very impatient to be brought to action..." & even more (see). A great issue with much fine content, complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 in.,some minor foxing, very nice condition.

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12.20.2008

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1775-09-19

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia PA, dated September 19, 1775. * Rare Revolutionary War original * From America Most of the first column on the front page is taken up with a report to Pennsylvanians from "The Managers of the United Company of Philadelphia for Promoting American Manufactures" which begins: * "The great reason there was to apprehend that through the infatuation & obstinacy of the British Parliament, the non-importation and non-exportation agreement of these colonies would continue for a considerable time..." with more (see photos). Page 2 has some content concerning relations with England, including: "...The Americans cry our ministers are rebels, they will not pay taxes assessed by the authority of Parliament..." and "...Orders are sent to America to put an entire end to the communications, by sea, between colony and colony. Ships of war are ordered up into every large river, with directions to destroy the towns on their banks, should their inhabitants shew any disposition to take arms." And further on is: "...the Americans have gained a very great advantage Pby taking of Ticonderoga; they found 114 brass cannon...". Page 3 has a nice account of military action from General Schuyler, received by Congress. This report carries over to page 2. Note the crease caused during the printing process which affects readability a bit but does not cause any loss of words. Complete in 4 pgs., a bit of light foxing, and save for the noted crease in very nice condition. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia PA, dated September 19, 1775. * Rare Revolutionary War original * From America Most of the first column on the front page is taken up with a report to Pennsylvanians from "The Managers of the United Company of Philadelphia for Promoting American Manufactures" which begins: * "The great reason there was to apprehend that through the infatuation & obstinacy of the British Parliament, the non-importation and non-exportation agreement of these colonies would continue for a considerable time..." with more (see photos). Page 2 has some content concerning relations with England, including: "...The Americans cry our ministers are rebels, they will not pay taxes assessed by the authority of Parliament..." and "...Orders are sent to America to put an entire end to the communications, by sea, between colony and colony. Ships of war are ordered up into every large river, with directions to destroy the towns on their banks, should their inhabitants shew any disposition to take arms." And further on is: "...the Americans have gained a very great advantage Pby taking of Ticonderoga; they found 114 brass cannon...". Page 3 has a nice account of military action from General Schuyler, received by Congress. This report carries over to page 2. Note the crease caused during the printing process which affects readability a bit but does not cause any loss of words. Complete in 4 pgs., a bit of light foxing, and save for the noted crease in very nice condition. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

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1775-09-23

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated September 23, 1775 * Revolutionary War newspaper Pages 2 & 3 have a nice report from the "Committee Chamber" beginning: "Whereas it has been reported that there is an intention formed by some if the inhabitants of this city of publicly exposing & punishing, before conviction, certain persons supposed to be unfriendly to the cause of liberty..." with more (see photos). Complete in four pages in very nice condition, measuring about 8 by 10 inches. See photos for details.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated September 23, 1775 * Revolutionary War newspaper Pages 2 & 3 have a nice report from the "Committee Chamber" beginning: "Whereas it has been reported that there is an intention formed by some if the inhabitants of this city of publicly exposing & punishing, before conviction, certain persons supposed to be unfriendly to the cause of liberty..." with more (see photos). Complete in four pages in very nice condition, measuring about 8 by 10 inches. See photos for details.

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1775-10-01

<div>GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1775 * Revolutionary war original from the enemy * John Hancock The first several pages contain a nice account of Parliamentary discussion concerning the troubles in America, a portion including: * ...the rebellious war now levied is become more general, & is manifestly carried on for the purpose of establishing an independent empire. I need not dwell upon the fatal effects of the success of such a plan... with much more. Another article headed: "Independence not the Aim of the Americans, Asserted." takes three-quarters of a page. There are several letters on modes of treatment of the Americans "on the present critical occasion". Other related articles are headed: "Petition of Bristol Merchants in Favour of the Americans." and "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists..." this latter article taking over 3 pages. Within the "Historical Chronicle" near the back is a letter to the London Lord Mayor from the Congress at Philadelphia which is signed in type: John Hancock, President (see) taking over half a column and includes: "...a cruel war has at length been opened against us, & whilst we prepare to defend ourselves...we still hope that the mediation of wise & good citizens will at length prevail & restore harmony & peace...", but of course this would not happen. There are other tidbits concerning the Revolutionary War as well. Complete in 48 pages with the full title/index page but lacking the map called for, measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches, some scattered foxing, generally in very nice, clean condition.</div>

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1775 * Revolutionary war original from the enemy * John Hancock The first several pages contain a nice account of Parliamentary discussion concerning the troubles in America, a portion including: * ...the rebellious war now levied is become more general, & is manifestly carried on for the purpose of establishing an independent empire. I need not dwell upon the fatal effects of the success of such a plan... with much more. Another article headed: "Independence not the Aim of the Americans, Asserted." takes three-quarters of a page. There are several letters on modes of treatment of the Americans "on the present critical occasion". Other related articles are headed: "Petition of Bristol Merchants in Favour of the Americans." and "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists..." this latter article taking over 3 pages. Within the "Historical Chronicle" near the back is a letter to the London Lord Mayor from the Congress at Philadelphia which is signed in type: John Hancock, President (see) taking over half a column and includes: "...a cruel war has at length been opened against us, & whilst we prepare to defend ourselves...we still hope that the mediation of wise & good citizens will at length prevail & restore harmony & peace...", but of course this would not happen. There are other tidbits concerning the Revolutionary War as well. Complete in 48 pages with the full title/index page but lacking the map called for, measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches, some scattered foxing, generally in very nice, clean condition.

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11.52.2008

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1775-10-05

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 5, 1775  Page 2 has an item noting: "...first business of Parliament after granting the necessary supplies for the reduction of the rebellious Americans, will be to throw into one bill...a plan already framed for the future dependence & government of the Colonies...The colonies to have Representatives in Parliament, to become subject to all our custom & excise laws..." with more (see). Another page notes: "...Col. Willard commanded the expedition & the Provincials sent out Col. Worcester with 200 men...to intercept them but without success...General Clinton, on reconnoitering the position of the rebels, observed that they might be attacked in the rear. He proposed it to General Gage...the attack was made; the rebels totally defeated & pursued 15 miles..." & a bit more (see). The back page has a letter from South Carolina which mentions in part: "...emissaries have been exceedingly diligent...within the line of North Carolina. No stone has been left unturned by Administration...to disunite its poor distressed Americans. Insurrections of our negroes..." with more (see). Further on is: "After the first engagement at Concord, when an exchange of prisoners was agreed upon between the King's forces & the Provincials..." (see). Complete in 8 pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, bit of dirtiness to the front page only, generally very nice.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 5, 1775 Page 2 has an item noting: "...first business of Parliament after granting the necessary supplies for the reduction of the rebellious Americans, will be to throw into one bill...a plan already framed for the future dependence & government of the Colonies...The colonies to have Representatives in Parliament, to become subject to all our custom & excise laws..." with more (see). Another page notes: "...Col. Willard commanded the expedition & the Provincials sent out Col. Worcester with 200 men...to intercept them but without success...General Clinton, on reconnoitering the position of the rebels, observed that they might be attacked in the rear. He proposed it to General Gage...the attack was made; the rebels totally defeated & pursued 15 miles..." & a bit more (see). The back page has a letter from South Carolina which mentions in part: "...emissaries have been exceedingly diligent...within the line of North Carolina. No stone has been left unturned by Administration...to disunite its poor distressed Americans. Insurrections of our negroes..." with more (see). Further on is: "After the first engagement at Concord, when an exchange of prisoners was agreed upon between the King's forces & the Provincials..." (see). Complete in 8 pgs., 8 1/2 by 11 inches, bit of dirtiness to the front page only, generally very nice.

552733

11.82.2008

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1775-10-05

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, from England, dated October 5, 1775  * Allowing representation in Parliament * American colonies * Revolutionary war era original from the enemy Page 2 has an item noting: * ...first business of Parliament after granting the necessary supplies for the reduction of the rebellious Americans, will be to throw into one bill...a plan already framed for the future dependence & government of the Colonies...The colonies to have Representatives in Parliament, to become subject to all our custom & excise laws... with more (see). Another page notes: "...Col. Willard commanded the expedition & the Provincials sent out Col. Worcester with 200 men...to intercept them but without success...General Clinton, on reconnoitering the position of the rebels, observed that they might be attacked in the rear. He proposed it to General Gage...the attack was made; the rebels totally defeated & pursued 15 miles..." & a bit more (see). The back page has a letter from South Carolina which mentions in part: "...emissaries have been exceedingly diligent...within the line of North Carolina. No stone has been left unturned by Administration...to disunite its poor distressed Americans. Insurrections of our negroes..." with more (see). Further on is: "After the first engagement at Concord, when an exchange of prisoners was agreed upon between the King's forces & the Provincials..." (see). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, bit of browning to the front pagee only, generally very nice.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, from England, dated October 5, 1775 * Allowing representation in Parliament * American colonies * Revolutionary war era original from the enemy Page 2 has an item noting: * ...first business of Parliament after granting the necessary supplies for the reduction of the rebellious Americans, will be to throw into one bill...a plan already framed for the future dependence & government of the Colonies...The colonies to have Representatives in Parliament, to become subject to all our custom & excise laws... with more (see). Another page notes: "...Col. Willard commanded the expedition & the Provincials sent out Col. Worcester with 200 men...to intercept them but without success...General Clinton, on reconnoitering the position of the rebels, observed that they might be attacked in the rear. He proposed it to General Gage...the attack was made; the rebels totally defeated & pursued 15 miles..." & a bit more (see). The back page has a letter from South Carolina which mentions in part: "...emissaries have been exceedingly diligent...within the line of North Carolina. No stone has been left unturned by Administration...to disunite its poor distressed Americans. Insurrections of our negroes..." with more (see). Further on is: "After the first engagement at Concord, when an exchange of prisoners was agreed upon between the King's forces & the Provincials..." (see). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, bit of browning to the front pagee only, generally very nice.

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12.20.2008

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1775-10-16

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, October 16, 1775 * Rare title from Revolutionary War  * John Hancock marries  * Early in the war  On page 2 under "London" are early war reports "copied" from Towne's Pennsylvania Evening Post, including an extract of a letter from New York, beginning: "We were suddenly alarmed this morning about half past twelve o'clock, by the Asia man of war cannonading our town, with grape shot and ball..." and more. From "Wiliamsburgh" & "Watertown" are reports about Indians partial and not partial to the American cause. Also from Watertown is a report about an action between 2000 of the "united troops of this continent" and the enemy at "Plough-hill".  A report from "New York" says that "...700 Indians of the Mohawk and Onondanga [sic]...declared themselves to by in our interest in the present contest..." (see photos). A brief but notable item from "Fairfield" reports the marriage of John Hancock: "Last evening was married, the Hon. John Hancock, Esq; President  of the Continental Congress to Miss Dorothy Quincy, Daughter of Edmund Quincy, Esq; of Boston." In the next column is a letter from a British officer that begins: "It will, doubtless, be an agreeable surprize to you to hear that we are now masters of Rhode Island...", plus details about the British taking possession of Newport. There is also an extract of a letter that mentions a spy at Canada, plus some details about the strength of American troops in the region (see photos for portions). From "Cambridge" is word from Philadelphia that "...the delegates had fallen out amongst themselves, and that some of them intended taking the first opportunity of leaving America."  Another item says: "The Provincial Congress of New Jersey have passed a resolve, that all men capable of bearing arms, who depart from New-York into that Province in times of distress, shall be compelled to return forthwith, and the several committees are rejoined to see the...resolve carried into execution." A page 3 report from "Cambridge" mentions the adjournment of the Continental Congress and discusses their role in Indian affairs. A report from "Baltimore" has details about a treaty with the "several tribes" of Ohio Indians. Complete in 4 pages, issue is partially rejoined at the spine, lower margin of the second leaf has a small hole and two archival mends, otherwise in good condition.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, October 16, 1775 * Rare title from Revolutionary War * John Hancock marries * Early in the war On page 2 under "London" are early war reports "copied" from Towne's Pennsylvania Evening Post, including an extract of a letter from New York, beginning: "We were suddenly alarmed this morning about half past twelve o'clock, by the Asia man of war cannonading our town, with grape shot and ball..." and more. From "Wiliamsburgh" & "Watertown" are reports about Indians partial and not partial to the American cause. Also from Watertown is a report about an action between 2000 of the "united troops of this continent" and the enemy at "Plough-hill". A report from "New York" says that "...700 Indians of the Mohawk and Onondanga [sic]...declared themselves to by in our interest in the present contest..." (see photos). A brief but notable item from "Fairfield" reports the marriage of John Hancock: "Last evening was married, the Hon. John Hancock, Esq; President of the Continental Congress to Miss Dorothy Quincy, Daughter of Edmund Quincy, Esq; of Boston." In the next column is a letter from a British officer that begins: "It will, doubtless, be an agreeable surprize to you to hear that we are now masters of Rhode Island...", plus details about the British taking possession of Newport. There is also an extract of a letter that mentions a spy at Canada, plus some details about the strength of American troops in the region (see photos for portions). From "Cambridge" is word from Philadelphia that "...the delegates had fallen out amongst themselves, and that some of them intended taking the first opportunity of leaving America." Another item says: "The Provincial Congress of New Jersey have passed a resolve, that all men capable of bearing arms, who depart from New-York into that Province in times of distress, shall be compelled to return forthwith, and the several committees are rejoined to see the...resolve carried into execution." A page 3 report from "Cambridge" mentions the adjournment of the Continental Congress and discusses their role in Indian affairs. A report from "Baltimore" has details about a treaty with the "several tribes" of Ohio Indians. Complete in 4 pages, issue is partially rejoined at the spine, lower margin of the second leaf has a small hole and two archival mends, otherwise in good condition.

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6.43.2009

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1775-10-17

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 17, 1775  A pg. 2 item includes: "...the deepest concern at the unjustifiable proceedings of some of your Majesty's colonies in America...abhorrence of them...With regret & indignation we see colonies, which owe their existence...to this their parent country, unnaturally regardless of the fostering hand that raised & supported them & affecting distinctions in their dependence...". Pg. 3 has a letter from Quebec tells of war events in upper New York, etc. (see). Another page has a letter from Williamsburg concerning the non exportation of various items from the colony. Yet another page has a report from Norfolk reporting concerns of relations with England (see for portions). The war-related reports continue to take almost the entire back page including an item noting: "...the brave General Howe has not slept out of his cloathes since the 17th of last June, that he never rests at night but only lies down for some short relief during the day..." and a bit more (see). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 17, 1775 A pg. 2 item includes: "...the deepest concern at the unjustifiable proceedings of some of your Majesty's colonies in America...abhorrence of them...With regret & indignation we see colonies, which owe their existence...to this their parent country, unnaturally regardless of the fostering hand that raised & supported them & affecting distinctions in their dependence...". Pg. 3 has a letter from Quebec tells of war events in upper New York, etc. (see). Another page has a letter from Williamsburg concerning the non exportation of various items from the colony. Yet another page has a report from Norfolk reporting concerns of relations with England (see for portions). The war-related reports continue to take almost the entire back page including an item noting: "...the brave General Howe has not slept out of his cloathes since the 17th of last June, that he never rests at night but only lies down for some short relief during the day..." and a bit more (see). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.

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8.e.2009

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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 17, 1775  A pg. 2 item includes: "...the deepest concern at the unjustifiable proceedings of some of your Majesty's colonies in America...abhorrence of them...With regret & indignation we see colonies, which owe their existence...to this their parent country, unnaturally regardless of the fostering hand that raised & supported them & affecting distinctions in their dependence...". Pg. 3 has a letter from Quebec tells of war events in upper New York, etc. (see). Another page has a letter from Williamsburg concerning the non exportation of various items from the colony. Yet another page has a report from Norfolk reporting concerns of relations with England (see for portions). The war-related reports continue to take almost the entire back page including an item noting: "...the brave General Howe has not slept out of his cloathes since the 17thn of last June, that he never rests at night but only lies down for some short relief during the day..." and a bit more (see). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, small rubbing hole on the front leaf affects 2 words on pg. 1 & 2 words on pg. 2,  nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 17, 1775 A pg. 2 item includes: "...the deepest concern at the unjustifiable proceedings of some of your Majesty's colonies in America...abhorrence of them...With regret & indignation we see colonies, which owe their existence...to this their parent country, unnaturally regardless of the fostering hand that raised & supported them & affecting distinctions in their dependence...". Pg. 3 has a letter from Quebec tells of war events in upper New York, etc. (see). Another page has a letter from Williamsburg concerning the non exportation of various items from the colony. Yet another page has a report from Norfolk reporting concerns of relations with England (see for portions). The war-related reports continue to take almost the entire back page including an item noting: "...the brave General Howe has not slept out of his cloathes since the 17thn of last June, that he never rests at night but only lies down for some short relief during the day..." and a bit more (see). Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, small rubbing hole on the front leaf affects 2 words on pg. 1 & 2 words on pg. 2, nice condition.

562214

8.e.2009

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2009-08-22T08:19:00-04:00

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1775-10-19

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, October 19, 1775  * on the Battle of Bunker Hill...  * Revolutionary War newspaper from America  Page 2 has an interesting letter which has critical comments on the results of what would appear to be the Battle of Bunker Hill, with mention: "...I have the highest idea of Gen. Howe's military character yet cannot help wondering how he came to suffer the Provincials to escape & even carry off their dead when drove from their strong lines for I conceive it very easy to have destroyed the whole body after dislodging them so suddenly from their intrenchments...never heard of so many men, in proportion to the number, being killed & wounded from redoubts made in 4 hours & from six pieces of cannon...the Americans are either the cleverest fellows in the world at making strong lines in 3 or 4 hours or the most desperate enemy in defending them..." with more (see photos).  Other news tidbits not relating to the Revolutionary War. Most of the back page is an early  "rebus" (word puzzle). Patchy browning, complete in 4 pages, generally nice condition. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, October 19, 1775 * on the Battle of Bunker Hill... * Revolutionary War newspaper from America Page 2 has an interesting letter which has critical comments on the results of what would appear to be the Battle of Bunker Hill, with mention: "...I have the highest idea of Gen. Howe's military character yet cannot help wondering how he came to suffer the Provincials to escape & even carry off their dead when drove from their strong lines for I conceive it very easy to have destroyed the whole body after dislodging them so suddenly from their intrenchments...never heard of so many men, in proportion to the number, being killed & wounded from redoubts made in 4 hours & from six pieces of cannon...the Americans are either the cleverest fellows in the world at making strong lines in 3 or 4 hours or the most desperate enemy in defending them..." with more (see photos). Other news tidbits not relating to the Revolutionary War. Most of the back page is an early "rebus" (word puzzle). Patchy browning, complete in 4 pages, generally nice condition. Measures about 8 by 10 inches.

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10.q.2005

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2006-05-22T13:58:18-04:00

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1775-10-21

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 21, 1775  Page 2 has a letter from  Middletown, Connecticut and a letter from Norfolk, Virginia, the latter having news from New York noting: "...that a skirmish lately happened between the town militia & the crew of a man of war...no account of any thing material happening at Boston...It was however generally supposed that the King's troops would abandon Boston early in October..." (see). "Parliamentary Debates in Ireland" take over a full page and includes some discussion of the troubles in America, including: "...said in the British parliament that Ireland, to a man, was in favour of the Americans...that the Americans were in actual rebellion...". The bkpg. includes a letter from New York to a merchant in London which has some talk of war events. Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 21, 1775 Page 2 has a letter from Middletown, Connecticut and a letter from Norfolk, Virginia, the latter having news from New York noting: "...that a skirmish lately happened between the town militia & the crew of a man of war...no account of any thing material happening at Boston...It was however generally supposed that the King's troops would abandon Boston early in October..." (see). "Parliamentary Debates in Ireland" take over a full page and includes some discussion of the troubles in America, including: "...said in the British parliament that Ireland, to a man, was in favour of the Americans...that the Americans were in actual rebellion...". The bkpg. includes a letter from New York to a merchant in London which has some talk of war events. Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.

562225

8.91.2009

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2009-08-23T14:31:07-04:00

Ireland considers the troubles in America... cat168

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1775-10-21

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 21, 1775  Page 2 has a letter from  Middletown, Connecticut and a letter from Norfolk, Virginia, the latter having news from New York noting: "...that a skirmish lately happened between the town militia & the crew of a man of war...no account of any thing material happening at Boston...It was however generally supposed that the King's troops would abandon Boston early in October..." (see). "Parliamentary Debates in Ireland" take over a full page and includes some discussion of the troubles in America, including: "...said in the British parliament that Ireland, to a man, was in favour of the Americans...that the Americans were in actual rebellion...". The bkpg.includes a letter from New York to a merchant in London which has some talk of war events. Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 21, 1775 Page 2 has a letter from Middletown, Connecticut and a letter from Norfolk, Virginia, the latter having news from New York noting: "...that a skirmish lately happened between the town militia & the crew of a man of war...no account of any thing material happening at Boston...It was however generally supposed that the King's troops would abandon Boston early in October..." (see). "Parliamentary Debates in Ireland" take over a full page and includes some discussion of the troubles in America, including: "...said in the British parliament that Ireland, to a man, was in favour of the Americans...that the Americans were in actual rebellion...". The bkpg.includes a letter from New York to a merchant in London which has some talk of war events. Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.

562226

8.91.2009

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48.0

2009-08-23T14:33:25-04:00

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1775-10-28

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 28, 1775  Pg. 2 has a letter from Cambridge beginning: "The enemy are endeavouring to annoy our new post with shot & bombs...we sustained a small loss. We seldom return the fire...Unless very large reinforcements arrive there will not be another engagement this year as we have vastly the superiority in point of numbers." (see) The bkpg. has a report of proceedings from Parliament  which includes in part: "...I speak, sir, as a friend to England & America, but still more to universal liberty & the rights of all mankind. I trust no part of the subjects of this vast empire will ever submit to be slaves. I am sure the Americans are too high spirited to brook the idea. Your whole power...cannot effect so wicked a purpose...More than half the empire is already lost..." and more (see for portions). Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 inches, great condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 28, 1775 Pg. 2 has a letter from Cambridge beginning: "The enemy are endeavouring to annoy our new post with shot & bombs...we sustained a small loss. We seldom return the fire...Unless very large reinforcements arrive there will not be another engagement this year as we have vastly the superiority in point of numbers." (see) The bkpg. has a report of proceedings from Parliament which includes in part: "...I speak, sir, as a friend to England & America, but still more to universal liberty & the rights of all mankind. I trust no part of the subjects of this vast empire will ever submit to be slaves. I am sure the Americans are too high spirited to brook the idea. Your whole power...cannot effect so wicked a purpose...More than half the empire is already lost..." and more (see for portions). Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 inches, great condition.

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8.b.2009

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2009-08-22T09:07:31-04:00

Americans will not submit to be slaves... cat168

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2009-09-02T13:23:35-04:00

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1775-10-28

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8.b.2009

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2009-08-22T09:08:25-04:00

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1775-11-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1775 Summary of Proceedings in the Present Parliament includes some talk on America. "Proceedings of the American Colonies" talks of the attack on the fort at St. John, Canada, & so much more, taking 4 pages. Plus a great address from the "Inhabitants of Boston to Gen. Gage" in which they express concerns for the future, plus his reply signed in type: Tho. Gage. Several other letters from Boston & New York concerning relations with England, etc.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1775 Summary of Proceedings in the Present Parliament includes some talk on America. "Proceedings of the American Colonies" talks of the attack on the fort at St. John, Canada, & so much more, taking 4 pages. Plus a great address from the "Inhabitants of Boston to Gen. Gage" in which they express concerns for the future, plus his reply signed in type: Tho. Gage. Several other letters from Boston & New York concerning relations with England, etc.

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2007-11-09T18:17:25-05:00

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1775-11-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1775  * General Thomas Gage Boston letter  * Revolutionary War original from the enemy  * American Colonies  "Summary of Proceedings in the Present Parliament" includes much talk on America and takes 5 pages of text (see for portions). "Proceedings of the American Colonies" talks of the attack on the fort at St. John, Canada, & so much more taking 4 pages with portions reading: "The ports of America being all shut up there is now no channel of intelligence open from that continenent...beginning of September the rebels, who had surprized the posst of Toconderoga & had before made incursions into the province of Quebec, again invaded that country..." with much more.  Also a great address from the "Inhabitants of Boston to Gen. Gage" in which they express concerns for the future, plus his reply signed in type: Tho. Gage.  Another item notes: "...bring in a bill to prohibit all trade& intercourse with the united Colonies (naming them) during the continuance of the present rebellion..." (see). Several other letters from Boston & New York concerning relations with England, etc. Complete in 44 pgs., with full title/index page which featuers an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 in., tiny binding holes a the blank spine margin, mostly nice.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1775 * General Thomas Gage Boston letter * Revolutionary War original from the enemy * American Colonies "Summary of Proceedings in the Present Parliament" includes much talk on America and takes 5 pages of text (see for portions). "Proceedings of the American Colonies" talks of the attack on the fort at St. John, Canada, & so much more taking 4 pages with portions reading: "The ports of America being all shut up there is now no channel of intelligence open from that continenent...beginning of September the rebels, who had surprized the posst of Toconderoga & had before made incursions into the province of Quebec, again invaded that country..." with much more. Also a great address from the "Inhabitants of Boston to Gen. Gage" in which they express concerns for the future, plus his reply signed in type: Tho. Gage. Another item notes: "...bring in a bill to prohibit all trade& intercourse with the united Colonies (naming them) during the continuance of the present rebellion..." (see). Several other letters from Boston & New York concerning relations with England, etc. Complete in 44 pgs., with full title/index page which featuers an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 in., tiny binding holes a the blank spine margin, mostly nice.

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11.19.2007

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2007-11-06T10:50:59-05:00

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