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1659-03-24

MERCURIOUS POLITICUS, London, March 24, 1659 * Very rare 17th century "pre-newspaper" Here is an early and uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland. For Information of the People." This issue  has news from Westminster as well as the major cities in Europe. Page 2 reports under "Hamburgh" include: "News...from Kyow, that the Polanders, The Cossacks, and Tartars that joyned with them, had given a great overthrow of the Muscovites, ruining 15000 of them...".  News from "St. Sebastian" notes: "The Spanish Silver fleet is expected every day in Spain; for the safe arrival of which ever one longeth the rather, because it is richly laden." Another page has an address from the Knights, Gentlemen, Ministers, and other of the County of Lincoln "To His Highness RICHARD Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland...". A report from "Marienburgh" includes: "Colonel Drake came with a party back, fetching from Hence Morter pieces, Balls, Handgranadoes, and other ammunition, and is gone back to the army which lyeth near Rysenbrugh...". Measures 8 1/2 by 6 3/4 inches, has a few minor numerical notations in the upper margin of the back page, otherwise in very good condition. A nice, early item, over 350 years old.

MERCURIOUS POLITICUS, London, March 24, 1659 * Very rare 17th century "pre-newspaper" Here is an early and uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland. For Information of the People." This issue has news from Westminster as well as the major cities in Europe. Page 2 reports under "Hamburgh" include: "News...from Kyow, that the Polanders, The Cossacks, and Tartars that joyned with them, had given a great overthrow of the Muscovites, ruining 15000 of them...". News from "St. Sebastian" notes: "The Spanish Silver fleet is expected every day in Spain; for the safe arrival of which ever one longeth the rather, because it is richly laden." Another page has an address from the Knights, Gentlemen, Ministers, and other of the County of Lincoln "To His Highness RICHARD Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland...". A report from "Marienburgh" includes: "Colonel Drake came with a party back, fetching from Hence Morter pieces, Balls, Handgranadoes, and other ammunition, and is gone back to the army which lyeth near Rysenbrugh...". Measures 8 1/2 by 6 3/4 inches, has a few minor numerical notations in the upper margin of the back page, otherwise in very good condition. A nice, early item, over 350 years old.

555082

11.t.2008

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1659-04-28

MERCURIOUS POLITICUS, London, April 28, 1659 * Rare British newsbook Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers): "Comprising The sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland, & Ireland For Information of the People." Most of the news in this issue is from the major cities in Europe, including, from "Madrid", talk about the Silver Fleet: "We have nothing yet to say concerning our Silver fleet which we have so long expected from the West-Indies. If it be so, that some of the English in those parts did meet them at Sea, and cause them to return to Havanna, then that may be the reason of this delay, which makes the hearts of many to take." An inside page has: "A Proclamation about Dissolving Parliament", the text in Old English type. On another page is a report: "An Account of the Arrival and State of our Fleet in the Sound." Measures about 8 1/4 by 6 1/4 inches, 16 pgs., has lite rubbing on the ftpg; also, has a 3/4 inch hole in the last leaf, otherwise good.

MERCURIOUS POLITICUS, London, April 28, 1659 * Rare British newsbook Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers): "Comprising The sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland, & Ireland For Information of the People." Most of the news in this issue is from the major cities in Europe, including, from "Madrid", talk about the Silver Fleet: "We have nothing yet to say concerning our Silver fleet which we have so long expected from the West-Indies. If it be so, that some of the English in those parts did meet them at Sea, and cause them to return to Havanna, then that may be the reason of this delay, which makes the hearts of many to take." An inside page has: "A Proclamation about Dissolving Parliament", the text in Old English type. On another page is a report: "An Account of the Arrival and State of our Fleet in the Sound." Measures about 8 1/4 by 6 1/4 inches, 16 pgs., has lite rubbing on the ftpg; also, has a 3/4 inch hole in the last leaf, otherwise good.

545031

2.63.2008

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1659-05-19

MERCURIOUS POLITICUS, London, England, May 19, 1659  * News from Scotland, Ireland, and England * Newsbook format * Very rare 17th century item  Here is an early and uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland. For Information of the People." Has news from locations in England as well as several major cities in Europe. On the front page is a report from "Antwerp" that says: "Though we are not assured yet that the peace between France and Spain is absolutely concluded... there are...great appearances for it, that not doubt can be made of it...in the mean time while the hostilities are laid aside, which causeth great joy in these parts; and on the other it is doubled, because the long expected West-Indy fleet is arrived..." On the third page is a report that says: "The Great Seal herein mentioned being confirmed as follows, the former Seal was broken in the House." Hereafter is: "An Act for the Great Seal of England" which describes the seal. Another page has news "From the Court of Spain at Madrid" that says: "...the Silver-Fleet was safe arrived in the Port of St. Andero in Biscay..." A great early item! Measures about 8 1/8 by 6 1/2 inches, has 16 pages, some wear at the edges, otherwise in very good condition.

MERCURIOUS POLITICUS, London, England, May 19, 1659 * News from Scotland, Ireland, and England * Newsbook format * Very rare 17th century item Here is an early and uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland. For Information of the People." Has news from locations in England as well as several major cities in Europe. On the front page is a report from "Antwerp" that says: "Though we are not assured yet that the peace between France and Spain is absolutely concluded... there are...great appearances for it, that not doubt can be made of it...in the mean time while the hostilities are laid aside, which causeth great joy in these parts; and on the other it is doubled, because the long expected West-Indy fleet is arrived..." On the third page is a report that says: "The Great Seal herein mentioned being confirmed as follows, the former Seal was broken in the House." Hereafter is: "An Act for the Great Seal of England" which describes the seal. Another page has news "From the Court of Spain at Madrid" that says: "...the Silver-Fleet was safe arrived in the Port of St. Andero in Biscay..." A great early item! Measures about 8 1/8 by 6 1/2 inches, has 16 pages, some wear at the edges, otherwise in very good condition.

552988

8.83.2008

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1659-07-21

<div>MERCURIUS POLITICUS, London, England, July 21, 1659 * Richard Cromwell * Rare 17th century original Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers): "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland For Information of the People and Published by Order of Parliament", as stated in the masthead. Notable content includes a front page report stating: "The Prolongation of the Cessation of Arms is published: Liberty is granted also for free trading without a Pass...agreed upon between Don Antonio Piemental, and Cardinal Mazarin, in the name of the two Kings." The sixth page has content mentioning the son of Oliver Cromwell: "The House had this day under consideration the Debts of Richard Cromwell, eldest Son of the late Lord General Cromwell and... Resolved, That the said Richard Cromwel, shall be and is hereby acquitted and absolutely discharged from payment of said debt and...from all Actions, Suits and demands...by the Creditors..." Has other news and just a few ads. A great early item dated less than a year after the death of Oliver Cromwell. Measures about 7 7/8 by 5 5/8 inches, has 16 pages, first leaf has an archival mend to a tear in the lower margin, ink is a bit lite in part of the Cromwell content, otherwise in very good condition.</div>

MERCURIUS POLITICUS, London, England, July 21, 1659 * Richard Cromwell * Rare 17th century original Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers): "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland For Information of the People and Published by Order of Parliament", as stated in the masthead. Notable content includes a front page report stating: "The Prolongation of the Cessation of Arms is published: Liberty is granted also for free trading without a Pass...agreed upon between Don Antonio Piemental, and Cardinal Mazarin, in the name of the two Kings." The sixth page has content mentioning the son of Oliver Cromwell: "The House had this day under consideration the Debts of Richard Cromwell, eldest Son of the late Lord General Cromwell and... Resolved, That the said Richard Cromwel, shall be and is hereby acquitted and absolutely discharged from payment of said debt and...from all Actions, Suits and demands...by the Creditors..." Has other news and just a few ads. A great early item dated less than a year after the death of Oliver Cromwell. Measures about 7 7/8 by 5 5/8 inches, has 16 pages, first leaf has an archival mend to a tear in the lower margin, ink is a bit lite in part of the Cromwell content, otherwise in very good condition.

549019

4.28.2007

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1659-12-22

MERCURIOUS POLITICUS, London, Dec. 22, 1659 * Rare title - newsbook * 17th century original Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers): "Comprising The sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland, & Ireland. For Information of the People." Has news from locations in England as well as major cities in Europe. On the seventh page is a report from "Madrid" that says: "Their Majesties of Spain have been about a league hence, at the Church of our Lady of Atochia, to give thanks for the conclusion of Peace with France, where Te Deum, in order thereto, was Sung with great Solemnity, and all the Grandees of Spain made a stately Possession on horseback, being followed by a world of people to make up the public joy. The French also which are here, were present at the ceremonies, which held for three daies, with all the demonstrations of jollity. There is to be followed with a notable Bull-baiting, where the greatest part of Nobility and Gentry of Spain will be present." Has some advertisements too. A great early item! Measures about 8 3/8 by 6 3/4 inches, has 16 pages, bit of loss to the lower right corner two leaves inside, some lite dirtiness in the margins, otherwise in very good condition.

MERCURIOUS POLITICUS, London, Dec. 22, 1659 * Rare title - newsbook * 17th century original Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers): "Comprising The sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland, & Ireland. For Information of the People." Has news from locations in England as well as major cities in Europe. On the seventh page is a report from "Madrid" that says: "Their Majesties of Spain have been about a league hence, at the Church of our Lady of Atochia, to give thanks for the conclusion of Peace with France, where Te Deum, in order thereto, was Sung with great Solemnity, and all the Grandees of Spain made a stately Possession on horseback, being followed by a world of people to make up the public joy. The French also which are here, were present at the ceremonies, which held for three daies, with all the demonstrations of jollity. There is to be followed with a notable Bull-baiting, where the greatest part of Nobility and Gentry of Spain will be present." Has some advertisements too. A great early item! Measures about 8 3/8 by 6 3/4 inches, has 16 pages, bit of loss to the lower right corner two leaves inside, some lite dirtiness in the margins, otherwise in very good condition.

541471

11.59.2007

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1659-12-29

<div>MERCURIUS POLITICUS, London, December 29, 1659 * Very rare from the 17th century * Pirates Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland For Information of the People" as stated in the masthead. Notable content includes a report From Algiers that states: "Within these few weeks the Pirates have seized on 3 Holland ships, the one having eleven guns mounted, the other Twenty-two, and the third Thirty, all three being in Company together, and bound for Cadiz, were taken by them and brought...here...shortly after they met with a Commission ship of Malaga, having ...28 guns, 20 Basses and 130 men which they mastered, and brought hither 280 Christian slaves. They also took a whole French Fleet, coming from Terra Nova, another ship they also took coming from Lisbon..." Issue measures about 8 3/8 by 6 3/4 inches, has 16 pages, in very good condition. Over 340 years old!</div>

MERCURIUS POLITICUS, London, December 29, 1659 * Very rare from the 17th century * Pirates Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations Of England, Scotland & Ireland For Information of the People" as stated in the masthead. Notable content includes a report From Algiers that states: "Within these few weeks the Pirates have seized on 3 Holland ships, the one having eleven guns mounted, the other Twenty-two, and the third Thirty, all three being in Company together, and bound for Cadiz, were taken by them and brought...here...shortly after they met with a Commission ship of Malaga, having ...28 guns, 20 Basses and 130 men which they mastered, and brought hither 280 Christian slaves. They also took a whole French Fleet, coming from Terra Nova, another ship they also took coming from Lisbon..." Issue measures about 8 3/8 by 6 3/4 inches, has 16 pages, in very good condition. Over 340 years old!

552485

7.98.2008

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1685-07-23

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, July 23, 1685  * Rhode Island & Jamaica loyal to King James II * 17th century original The prominent feature of this single-sheet issue is the front page report and letter from the inhabitants of the Colony of Rhode Island, expressing their loyalty to the new king (King James II) upon his ascension to the throne after the death of his brother, King Charles II.  Included also is a similar letter and report from Jamaica.  The backdrop of this event is the famous and historic Rye House Plot. It was just days later that King James issued a Proclamation seeking the summons of several of the potential conspirators .  The issue has minimal rubbing and browning (see images); quite nice. wikipedia notes: James II and VII (14 October 1633 – 16 September 1701)[2] was King of England, Scotland,[1] and Ireland from 6 February 1685. He was the last Catholic monarch to reign over the Kingdoms of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Some of James's subjects were unhappy with James's belief in absolute monarchy and opposed his religious policies, leading a group of them to depose him in the Glorious Revolution. The Parliament of England deemed James to have abdicated on 11 December 1688. The Parliament of Scotland on 11 April 1689 declared him to have forfeited the throne. He was replaced not by his Catholic son, James Francis Edward, but by his Protestant daughter, Mary II, and his son-in-law, William III. William and Mary became joint rulers in 1689. James II made one serious attempt to recover his crowns, when he landed in Ireland in 1689 but, after the defeat of the Jacobite forces by the Williamite forces at the Battle of the Boyne in the summer of 1690, James returned to France. He lived out the rest of his life under the protection of his cousin and ally, King Louis XIV. James is best known for his belief in absolute monarchy and his attempts to create religious liberty for his subjects. Both of these went against the wishes of the English Parliament and of most of his subjects. Parliament, opposed to the growth of absolutism that was occurring in other European countries, as well as to the loss of legal supremacy for the Church of England, saw their opposition as a way to preserve what they regarded as traditional English liberties. This tension made James's three-year reign a struggle for supremacy between the English Parliament and the Crown, resulting in his ouster, the passage of the English Bill of Rights, and the Hanoverian succession.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, July 23, 1685 * Rhode Island & Jamaica loyal to King James II * 17th century original The prominent feature of this single-sheet issue is the front page report and letter from the inhabitants of the Colony of Rhode Island, expressing their loyalty to the new king (King James II) upon his ascension to the throne after the death of his brother, King Charles II. Included also is a similar letter and report from Jamaica. The backdrop of this event is the famous and historic Rye House Plot. It was just days later that King James issued a Proclamation seeking the summons of several of the potential conspirators . The issue has minimal rubbing and browning (see images); quite nice. wikipedia notes: James II and VII (14 October 1633 – 16 September 1701)[2] was King of England, Scotland,[1] and Ireland from 6 February 1685. He was the last Catholic monarch to reign over the Kingdoms of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Some of James's subjects were unhappy with James's belief in absolute monarchy and opposed his religious policies, leading a group of them to depose him in the Glorious Revolution. The Parliament of England deemed James to have abdicated on 11 December 1688. The Parliament of Scotland on 11 April 1689 declared him to have forfeited the throne. He was replaced not by his Catholic son, James Francis Edward, but by his Protestant daughter, Mary II, and his son-in-law, William III. William and Mary became joint rulers in 1689. James II made one serious attempt to recover his crowns, when he landed in Ireland in 1689 but, after the defeat of the Jacobite forces by the Williamite forces at the Battle of the Boyne in the summer of 1690, James returned to France. He lived out the rest of his life under the protection of his cousin and ally, King Louis XIV. James is best known for his belief in absolute monarchy and his attempts to create religious liberty for his subjects. Both of these went against the wishes of the English Parliament and of most of his subjects. Parliament, opposed to the growth of absolutism that was occurring in other European countries, as well as to the loss of legal supremacy for the Church of England, saw their opposition as a way to preserve what they regarded as traditional English liberties. This tension made James's three-year reign a struggle for supremacy between the English Parliament and the Crown, resulting in his ouster, the passage of the English Bill of Rights, and the Hanoverian succession.

556805

3.65.2009

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1689-04-08

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 8, 1689  Most of a ftpg. column is taken up with: "By the King & Queen (William & Mary), A PROCLAMATION, Requiring the Discovery and Bringing in of Arms lately Embezzled." The bkpg. has an item from Edinburgh which begins: "The Committee for settling the government have unanimously agreed, that the throne of Scotland is vacant, the late King James VII, having...forfeited the Crown by the Violation of the fundamental laws & constitution of the kingdom..." with more. Period underlining of some words in this report (see photos).  Pg. 2 also had an ad reading: "The Form of the Proceeding to the Coronation of Their Majesties, to be punctually observed by all persons concerned, will be published before Thursday next by Edward Jones in the Savoy." Complete as a single sheet newspaper, measuring about 6 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, very nice condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 8, 1689 Most of a ftpg. column is taken up with: "By the King & Queen (William & Mary), A PROCLAMATION, Requiring the Discovery and Bringing in of Arms lately Embezzled." The bkpg. has an item from Edinburgh which begins: "The Committee for settling the government have unanimously agreed, that the throne of Scotland is vacant, the late King James VII, having...forfeited the Crown by the Violation of the fundamental laws & constitution of the kingdom..." with more. Period underlining of some words in this report (see photos). Pg. 2 also had an ad reading: "The Form of the Proceeding to the Coronation of Their Majesties, to be punctually observed by all persons concerned, will be published before Thursday next by Edward Jones in the Savoy." Complete as a single sheet newspaper, measuring about 6 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, very nice condition.

555580

6.59.2007

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1702-02-07

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, February 7, 1708 (1709 by today's calendar) * Queen Anne of Great Britain act * Early 18th century original from the 'mother country' An uncommonly lengthy issue of 8 pages, with the complete printing by Queen Anne of: "An Act for the Speedy & Effectual Recruiting Her Majesty's Land Forces and Marines, for the Service of the Year One thousand seven hundred and nine." This text takes over 5 pages (see for portions). This complete 8 page issue, 7 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, light foxing throughout, generally very nice condition. wikipedia notes: Anne (6 February 1665 – 1 August 1714) became Queen of England, Scotland and Ireland on 8 March 1702, succeeding her brother-in-law, William III of England and II of Scotland. Her Catholic father, James II and VII, abdicated as part of the Glorious Revolution in 1688/9; her brother-in-law and her sister then became joint monarchs as William III & II and Mary II, the only such case in British history. After Mary's death in 1694, William continued as sole monarch until his own death in 1702. On 1 May 1707, under the Acts of Union 1707, England and Scotland were united as a single sovereign state, the Kingdom of Great Britain. Anne became its first sovereign, while continuing to hold the separate crown of Queen of Ireland and the title Queen of France. Anne reigned for twelve years until her death in August 1714. Anne's life was marked by many crises, both personally and relating to succession of the Crown and religious polarisation. Because she died without surviving issue, Anne was the last monarch of the House of Stuart. She was succeeded by her second cousin, George I, of the House of Hanover, who was a descendant of the Stuarts through his maternal grandmother, Elizabeth, daughter of James VI & I.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, February 7, 1708 (1709 by today's calendar) * Queen Anne of Great Britain act * Early 18th century original from the 'mother country' An uncommonly lengthy issue of 8 pages, with the complete printing by Queen Anne of: "An Act for the Speedy & Effectual Recruiting Her Majesty's Land Forces and Marines, for the Service of the Year One thousand seven hundred and nine." This text takes over 5 pages (see for portions). This complete 8 page issue, 7 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, light foxing throughout, generally very nice condition. wikipedia notes: Anne (6 February 1665 – 1 August 1714) became Queen of England, Scotland and Ireland on 8 March 1702, succeeding her brother-in-law, William III of England and II of Scotland. Her Catholic father, James II and VII, abdicated as part of the Glorious Revolution in 1688/9; her brother-in-law and her sister then became joint monarchs as William III & II and Mary II, the only such case in British history. After Mary's death in 1694, William continued as sole monarch until his own death in 1702. On 1 May 1707, under the Acts of Union 1707, England and Scotland were united as a single sovereign state, the Kingdom of Great Britain. Anne became its first sovereign, while continuing to hold the separate crown of Queen of Ireland and the title Queen of France. Anne reigned for twelve years until her death in August 1714. Anne's life was marked by many crises, both personally and relating to succession of the Crown and religious polarisation. Because she died without surviving issue, Anne was the last monarch of the House of Stuart. She was succeeded by her second cousin, George I, of the House of Hanover, who was a descendant of the Stuarts through his maternal grandmother, Elizabeth, daughter of James VI & I.

554421

4.27.2009

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1707-10-25

THE POST-BOY, London, October 25, 1707  * 1st Parliament of Great Britain  * Uncommon title...  Early 18th century original  Beginning on the front page is a report about the first meeting of the First Parliament of Great Britain, which included representatives from both England and Scotland. The report begins: "On Thursday last, the FIRST PARLIAMENT of GREAT BRITAIN met the first time at Westminster, and the Queen being come to the House of Peers, with the usual Solemnities..." and more, concluding on the reverse. Although this "union" would be brief, this is still a very significant event in the annals of British history. Great to have part of the report on the front page. A single sheet, in good condition.

THE POST-BOY, London, October 25, 1707 * 1st Parliament of Great Britain * Uncommon title... Early 18th century original Beginning on the front page is a report about the first meeting of the First Parliament of Great Britain, which included representatives from both England and Scotland. The report begins: "On Thursday last, the FIRST PARLIAMENT of GREAT BRITAIN met the first time at Westminster, and the Queen being come to the House of Peers, with the usual Solemnities..." and more, concluding on the reverse. Although this "union" would be brief, this is still a very significant event in the annals of British history. Great to have part of the report on the front page. A single sheet, in good condition.

549226

5.60.2008

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1708-01-01

A REVIEW OF THE STATE OF THE BRITISH NATION, London, 1708 From research done by the prestigious London rare book firm of Pickering & Chatto, this is one of Daniel Defoes greatest, but least known works. The Review covered his many interests, both literary and historical and was published twice and later three times a week. The reason for the neglect of this work is due in part to the tiny original print run of just 400, making this a very rare item. Defoes Review played a significant role in the birth of the modern press. It was not so much a newspaper dealing in facts but a journal of opinion and discussion. Along with politics, war, trade and religion, Defoe also uses the Review as an outlet for his amazing curiosity about ordinary human concerns. Defoes Review tapped into a new cultural community, helping to create the climate for Steele and Addison to develop the Tatler and Spectator in later years. But in some ways it was itself the most interesting example as it was the first of a new genre: the eighteenth-century periodical essay. His grasp of trade and economics, particularly the new world of paper credit, was exceptionally acute, and in the Review he discusses world trade, European trade, far eastern and American trade in unrivalled detail. Long before the South Sea Bubble of 1720 Defoe warned against stock-jobbers, market riggers, projectors and other financial cheats. His many journeys through England and Scotland are reflected in the pages of the Review, which describes the trade and manufacture of the towns and regions of Britain. Defoe fought for a press free of political censorship and championed the legal right of authors to their own copy. He attacked the civil restraints placed on Protestant dissenters. He consistently criticized English xenophobia, and campaigned on behalf of the free entry into Britain of all refugees, all foreign immigrants, all displaced people from other countries. Unsurprisingly, Defoes Review stirred up endless oppositions. He criticized, and was attacked by, the Daily Courant, the Post-Boy, the Observator, the Rehearsal, the Flying-Post, and many other publications. He received abusive correspondence and many death threats. He was threatened with mobbing, caning, beating and stabbing (he carried a sword to defend himself in public). He was persecuted at law, falsely accused to the Lord Chief Justice, threatened with arrest for debt on false charges, accused of debts for political purposes. His carefully built-up distribution system for the Review was sabotaged by political enemies, who also terrorised his printer into ceasing publication (Defoe hired another printer). These reactions were produced by the unmatchable brilliance of Defoes writing in the Review week by week, though he often wrote his essays hundreds of miles from London for long periods together. Despite being harassed, injured, defamed and abused for nine continuous years, he produced the Review without fail three times a week. Among the targets of some of its later volumes were Steele and Addison in the Tatler and the Spectator, Swift in the Examiner, and other writers.  It was ultimately the governments imposition of a stamp duty, not a decline in quality, that brought the Review to a close in 1713. (courtesy Pickering & Chatto) This is a generic listing as the issue you receive will have a slightly different date although from 1708 and the condition will be identical.  This is a complete 4 page issue measuring about 6 1/2 by 8 1/2 inches and in very nice condition with a bit of light foxing.  A rare opportunity for a title I have not seen in my 30 years in the rare newspaper business.

A REVIEW OF THE STATE OF THE BRITISH NATION, London, 1708 From research done by the prestigious London rare book firm of Pickering & Chatto, this is one of Daniel Defoes greatest, but least known works. The Review covered his many interests, both literary and historical and was published twice and later three times a week. The reason for the neglect of this work is due in part to the tiny original print run of just 400, making this a very rare item. Defoes Review played a significant role in the birth of the modern press. It was not so much a newspaper dealing in facts but a journal of opinion and discussion. Along with politics, war, trade and religion, Defoe also uses the Review as an outlet for his amazing curiosity about ordinary human concerns. Defoes Review tapped into a new cultural community, helping to create the climate for Steele and Addison to develop the Tatler and Spectator in later years. But in some ways it was itself the most interesting example as it was the first of a new genre: the eighteenth-century periodical essay. His grasp of trade and economics, particularly the new world of paper credit, was exceptionally acute, and in the Review he discusses world trade, European trade, far eastern and American trade in unrivalled detail. Long before the South Sea Bubble of 1720 Defoe warned against stock-jobbers, market riggers, projectors and other financial cheats. His many journeys through England and Scotland are reflected in the pages of the Review, which describes the trade and manufacture of the towns and regions of Britain. Defoe fought for a press free of political censorship and championed the legal right of authors to their own copy. He attacked the civil restraints placed on Protestant dissenters. He consistently criticized English xenophobia, and campaigned on behalf of the free entry into Britain of all refugees, all foreign immigrants, all displaced people from other countries. Unsurprisingly, Defoes Review stirred up endless oppositions. He criticized, and was attacked by, the Daily Courant, the Post-Boy, the Observator, the Rehearsal, the Flying-Post, and many other publications. He received abusive correspondence and many death threats. He was threatened with mobbing, caning, beating and stabbing (he carried a sword to defend himself in public). He was persecuted at law, falsely accused to the Lord Chief Justice, threatened with arrest for debt on false charges, accused of debts for political purposes. His carefully built-up distribution system for the Review was sabotaged by political enemies, who also terrorised his printer into ceasing publication (Defoe hired another printer). These reactions were produced by the unmatchable brilliance of Defoes writing in the Review week by week, though he often wrote his essays hundreds of miles from London for long periods together. Despite being harassed, injured, defamed and abused for nine continuous years, he produced the Review without fail three times a week. Among the targets of some of its later volumes were Steele and Addison in the Tatler and the Spectator, Swift in the Examiner, and other writers. It was ultimately the governments imposition of a stamp duty, not a decline in quality, that brought the Review to a close in 1713. (courtesy Pickering & Chatto) This is a generic listing as the issue you receive will have a slightly different date although from 1708 and the condition will be identical. This is a complete 4 page issue measuring about 6 1/2 by 8 1/2 inches and in very nice condition with a bit of light foxing. A rare opportunity for a title I have not seen in my 30 years in the rare newspaper business.

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1708-01-01

A REVIEW OF THE STATE OF THE BRITISH NATION, London, 1708.   * Rare Daniel Defoe periodical * Early 18th century original From research done by the prestigious London rare book firm of Pickering & Chatto, this is one of Daniel Defoes greatest, but least known works. The Review covered his many interests, both literary and historical and was published twice and later three times a week. The reason for the neglect of this work is due in part to the tiny original print run of just 400, making this a very rare item. Defoes Review played a significant role in the birth of the modern press. It was not so much a newspaper dealing in facts but a journal of opinion and discussion. Along with politics, war, trade and religion, Defoe also uses the Review as an outlet for his amazing curiosity about ordinary human concerns. Defoes Review tapped into a new cultural community, helping to create the climate for Steele and Addison to develop the Tatler and Spectator in later years. But in some ways it was itself the most interesting example as it was the first of a new genre: the eighteenth-century periodical essay. His grasp of trade and economics, particularly the new world of paper credit, was exceptionally acute, and in the Review he discusses world trade, European trade, far eastern and American trade in unrivaled detail. Long before the South Sea Bubble of 1720 Defoe warned against stock-jobbers, market riggers, projectors and other financial cheats. His many journeys through England and Scotland are reflected in the pages of the Review, which describes the trade and manufacture of the towns and regions of Britain. Defoe fought for a press free of political censorship and championed the legal right of authors to their own copy. He attacked the civil restraints placed on Protestant dissenters. He consistently criticized English xenophobia, and campaigned on behalf of the free entry into Britain of all refugees, all foreign immigrants, all displaced people from other countries. Unsurprisingly, Defoes Review stirred up endless oppositions. He criticized, and was attacked by, the Daily Courant, the Post-Boy, the Observator, the Rehearsal, the Flying-Post, and many other publications. He received abusive correspondence and many death threats. He was threatened with mobbing, caning, beating and stabbing (he carried a sword to defend himself in public). He was persecuted at law, falsely accused to the Lord Chief Justice, threatened with arrest for debt on false charges, accused of debts for political purposes. His carefully built-up distribution system for the Review was sabotaged by political enemies, who also terrorised his printer into ceasing publication (Defoe hired another printer). These reactions were produced by the unmatchable brilliance of Defoes writing in the Review week by week, though he often wrote his essays hundreds of miles from London for long periods together. Despite being harassed, injured, defamed and abused for nine continuous years, he produced the Review without fail three times a week. Among the targets of some of its later volumes were Steele and Addison in the Tatler and the Spectator, Swift in the Examiner, and other writers.  It was ultimately the governments imposition of a stamp duty, not a decline in quality, that brought the Review to a close in 1713. (courtesy Pickering & Chatto)    This is a complete 4 page issue measuring about 6 1/2 by 8 1/2 inches and in very nice condition with a bit of light foxing.  A rare opportunity for a title I have not seen in my 30 years in the rare newspaper business.  PLEASE NOTE: the photo shown is a representative of one which you will receive.

A REVIEW OF THE STATE OF THE BRITISH NATION, London, 1708. * Rare Daniel Defoe periodical * Early 18th century original From research done by the prestigious London rare book firm of Pickering & Chatto, this is one of Daniel Defoes greatest, but least known works. The Review covered his many interests, both literary and historical and was published twice and later three times a week. The reason for the neglect of this work is due in part to the tiny original print run of just 400, making this a very rare item. Defoes Review played a significant role in the birth of the modern press. It was not so much a newspaper dealing in facts but a journal of opinion and discussion. Along with politics, war, trade and religion, Defoe also uses the Review as an outlet for his amazing curiosity about ordinary human concerns. Defoes Review tapped into a new cultural community, helping to create the climate for Steele and Addison to develop the Tatler and Spectator in later years. But in some ways it was itself the most interesting example as it was the first of a new genre: the eighteenth-century periodical essay. His grasp of trade and economics, particularly the new world of paper credit, was exceptionally acute, and in the Review he discusses world trade, European trade, far eastern and American trade in unrivaled detail. Long before the South Sea Bubble of 1720 Defoe warned against stock-jobbers, market riggers, projectors and other financial cheats. His many journeys through England and Scotland are reflected in the pages of the Review, which describes the trade and manufacture of the towns and regions of Britain. Defoe fought for a press free of political censorship and championed the legal right of authors to their own copy. He attacked the civil restraints placed on Protestant dissenters. He consistently criticized English xenophobia, and campaigned on behalf of the free entry into Britain of all refugees, all foreign immigrants, all displaced people from other countries. Unsurprisingly, Defoes Review stirred up endless oppositions. He criticized, and was attacked by, the Daily Courant, the Post-Boy, the Observator, the Rehearsal, the Flying-Post, and many other publications. He received abusive correspondence and many death threats. He was threatened with mobbing, caning, beating and stabbing (he carried a sword to defend himself in public). He was persecuted at law, falsely accused to the Lord Chief Justice, threatened with arrest for debt on false charges, accused of debts for political purposes. His carefully built-up distribution system for the Review was sabotaged by political enemies, who also terrorised his printer into ceasing publication (Defoe hired another printer). These reactions were produced by the unmatchable brilliance of Defoes writing in the Review week by week, though he often wrote his essays hundreds of miles from London for long periods together. Despite being harassed, injured, defamed and abused for nine continuous years, he produced the Review without fail three times a week. Among the targets of some of its later volumes were Steele and Addison in the Tatler and the Spectator, Swift in the Examiner, and other writers. It was ultimately the governments imposition of a stamp duty, not a decline in quality, that brought the Review to a close in 1713. (courtesy Pickering & Chatto) This is a complete 4 page issue measuring about 6 1/2 by 8 1/2 inches and in very nice condition with a bit of light foxing. A rare opportunity for a title I have not seen in my 30 years in the rare newspaper business. PLEASE NOTE: the photo shown is a representative of one which you will receive.

548857

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1726-09-08

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, September 8, 1726 * Very rare title from the early 18th century * Nice masthead engravings See the photo below for one of the more beautiful, displayable mastheads of the 18th century, featuring two woodblock engravings, one showing two postboys on horseback trumpeting the news, and the other showing a winged angel trumpeting the news. Additionally, the first letter in the first column is within yet another very decorative engraving, all making the front page quite displayable. This four page newspaper contains various news of the day. Close cutting along the bottom margin does affect some some letters on the front and back pages. In very nice condition with a partial red-inked tax stamp on page 3. Measures about 7 3/4 by 9 1/2 inches.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, September 8, 1726 * Very rare title from the early 18th century * Nice masthead engravings See the photo below for one of the more beautiful, displayable mastheads of the 18th century, featuring two woodblock engravings, one showing two postboys on horseback trumpeting the news, and the other showing a winged angel trumpeting the news. Additionally, the first letter in the first column is within yet another very decorative engraving, all making the front page quite displayable. This four page newspaper contains various news of the day. Close cutting along the bottom margin does affect some some letters on the front and back pages. In very nice condition with a partial red-inked tax stamp on page 3. Measures about 7 3/4 by 9 1/2 inches.

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1727-01-01

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1728 This will likely be one of the earliest dated Scottish newspapers you will come across. Complete in 4 pages with various news of the day from throughout Europe, the front page features an ornately engraved first letter (see photo). Some light dirtiness & rubbing to the front page with some edge wear. Measures about 7 1/2 by 9 1/2 inches. The photo below is "generic" as the actual issue you receive will be a slightly different date & the condition will be similar.

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1735-08-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1735 * Nice 18th century British magazine * The early silk industry in Georgia A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "The Importance of the Parliament's Confidence in the King" "Adding to our Foreign Possessions, not the Interest of the Nation" "Whoever Loses his Passion for Liberty is a Friend to Slavery" "The Ladies Censured for Gaming" & more. Near the back is a section headed: "Monthly Intelligencer" with news reports from various parts of England & Europe. One of the reports notes: "Several of the Trustees for Georgia, & Sir Thomas Lombe, waited on her Majesty with some silk lately brought from Georgia, which had prov'd exceeding good..." with a bit more (see photos). Another item notes: "Letter from Georgia say that the vines and silks of that Colony are in a most prosperous condition, and a settlement of 160 hardy Highlanders from Scotland is to be made on the utmost boundaries for a barrier to that colony." (see) Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, some scattered foxing, generally nice. A period notation near the top of the titlepg. This is from just the fifth year of this magazine's existence & before any maps or plates were included.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1735 * Nice 18th century British magazine * The early silk industry in Georgia A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "The Importance of the Parliament's Confidence in the King" "Adding to our Foreign Possessions, not the Interest of the Nation" "Whoever Loses his Passion for Liberty is a Friend to Slavery" "The Ladies Censured for Gaming" & more. Near the back is a section headed: "Monthly Intelligencer" with news reports from various parts of England & Europe. One of the reports notes: "Several of the Trustees for Georgia, & Sir Thomas Lombe, waited on her Majesty with some silk lately brought from Georgia, which had prov'd exceeding good..." with a bit more (see photos). Another item notes: "Letter from Georgia say that the vines and silks of that Colony are in a most prosperous condition, and a settlement of 160 hardy Highlanders from Scotland is to be made on the utmost boundaries for a barrier to that colony." (see) Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, some scattered foxing, generally nice. A period notation near the top of the titlepg. This is from just the fifth year of this magazine's existence & before any maps or plates were included.

540274

11.95.2007

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1737-08-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1737    * Early 18th century British magazine  * James Oglethorpe and Georgia  * The boundary line of the Carolina, Georgia, and Florida  A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.   Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "Why Riots fewer but More Dangerous in Scotland than England" "England Easier to be Conquer'd than Scotland" "Address to Ladies who Wear White Stockings" and more. One of the articles is titled: "Of The Colony of Georgia" and begins: "The benefits likely to accrue from the settling this colony..." with more, continuing to take almost the entire page (see for portions). Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. Included is a report which has an article which includes: "...That the Spaniards claim some part of America now posses'd by the English; & that the Colony of Carolina being situated in 32 degrees of latitude...& that that of Georgia being to the south of the same, it is indisputable that this last...is within the territories of the K. of Spain...& that the demarcation between Carolina and Florida was regulated by the...said Treaty..." with more (see photos). Complete in 62 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition except for minor water staining along the spine. There are no plates or maps called for in this issue.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1737 * Early 18th century British magazine * James Oglethorpe and Georgia * The boundary line of the Carolina, Georgia, and Florida A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "Why Riots fewer but More Dangerous in Scotland than England" "England Easier to be Conquer'd than Scotland" "Address to Ladies who Wear White Stockings" and more. One of the articles is titled: "Of The Colony of Georgia" and begins: "The benefits likely to accrue from the settling this colony..." with more, continuing to take almost the entire page (see for portions). Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. Included is a report which has an article which includes: "...That the Spaniards claim some part of America now posses'd by the English; & that the Colony of Carolina being situated in 32 degrees of latitude...& that that of Georgia being to the south of the same, it is indisputable that this last...is within the territories of the K. of Spain...& that the demarcation between Carolina and Florida was regulated by the...said Treaty..." with more (see photos). Complete in 62 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition except for minor water staining along the spine. There are no plates or maps called for in this issue.

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1739-06-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1739 * Early 18th century British magazine * Southern climate not to the liking of the Swiss * Regarding Georgia & St. Augustine, Florida A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "To the Translator of the Jewish Letters"  "Of Propagating Christian Knowledge in the Highlands of Scotland" "Extract of a Vindication of the Rev. M. Whitefield" "Serpents Not Created Hideous" and more. Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the reports is from Switzerland & notes: "...people who went from this country to inhabit the British colonies of Carolina and Georgia are returning from thence, the climate not agreeing with them."  This is followed by a  report from Charleston, South Carolina which begins: "The Spaniards of St. Augustine near Georgia have issued a Proclamation giving freedom to all white servants & Negroes or Indian Slaves belonging to Carolina, Purrisburg, or Georgia..." with a bit more (see photos). Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate, with a small inked library stamp near the bottom of a inside page. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1739 * Early 18th century British magazine * Southern climate not to the liking of the Swiss * Regarding Georgia & St. Augustine, Florida A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "To the Translator of the Jewish Letters" "Of Propagating Christian Knowledge in the Highlands of Scotland" "Extract of a Vindication of the Rev. M. Whitefield" "Serpents Not Created Hideous" and more. Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the reports is from Switzerland & notes: "...people who went from this country to inhabit the British colonies of Carolina and Georgia are returning from thence, the climate not agreeing with them." This is followed by a report from Charleston, South Carolina which begins: "The Spaniards of St. Augustine near Georgia have issued a Proclamation giving freedom to all white servants & Negroes or Indian Slaves belonging to Carolina, Purrisburg, or Georgia..." with a bit more (see photos). Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate, with a small inked library stamp near the bottom of a inside page. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.

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<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, May, 1743  * list of the nobility of Scotland  * early 18th century British magazine  A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. There is an interesting article titled: "Of Fortifications" which includes two small engravings (see photos) with the text taking a bit over a full page. Three pages are taken up with the continuation of an article titled: "A New Theory of Comets" which includes an engraving (see photos). Two pages are taken up with a chart showing: "A List of the Scotch Nobility with the Dates of all their Titles..." (see for portions). Among the other articles in this issue are:"Revolutions in the empire of Morocco" and a lengthy: "List of Corporations in England" Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the reports  is headed: "Letters from the Town of Augusta..." with some news from the colonies and the Caribbean (see photos). There is much reporting on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited. Complete in 54 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There are no maps or plates called for in this issue.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, May, 1743 * list of the nobility of Scotland * early 18th century British magazine A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. There is an interesting article titled: "Of Fortifications" which includes two small engravings (see photos) with the text taking a bit over a full page. Three pages are taken up with the continuation of an article titled: "A New Theory of Comets" which includes an engraving (see photos). Two pages are taken up with a chart showing: "A List of the Scotch Nobility with the Dates of all their Titles..." (see for portions). Among the other articles in this issue are:"Revolutions in the empire of Morocco" and a lengthy: "List of Corporations in England" Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the reports is headed: "Letters from the Town of Augusta..." with some news from the colonies and the Caribbean (see photos). There is much reporting on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited. Complete in 54 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There are no maps or plates called for in this issue.

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9.37.2008

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1745-01-01

EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1745 A fine, four page issue from during the midst of the Jacobite Rebellion. Nice to have a perspective of political and news reports from Scotland during this troubled period in British history. Very nice condition. The photo shown is generic. The actual date you receive will be slightly different but will be from 1745.

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THE CALEDONIAN MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, 1745 This is one of the more famous 18th century titles from Scotland, complete in four pages and with various news of the day and ads as well. We have several issues from the significant year of 1745 from during the Jacobite Rebellion, and great to have a newspaper from Scotland at this time! Some light soiling to the front page, otherwise in rather nice condition & measuring about 8 by 10 inches. The photo below is "generic" as the actual issue you receive will have a slightly different date although from 1745. The condition will be similar.

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11.85.2005

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1745-10-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1745 (with battle charts) * Print of Edinburgh * Print of a battle * Much anti-Catholic content * Death of Jonathan Swift A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Over five pages at the beginning of the issue are taken up with reports on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited. A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well (see photos). Further on in the issue is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh" Over half of a page is an: "Order of Battle of the Q. Hungary's Army with the Saxon Troops..." (see the chart), followed by a full page: "Order of Battle of the King of Prussia's Army on Sept. 20 when attack'd by the Army of Austrians & Saxons..." (see). There is related text with: "The Rebels Account of the Battle of Gladsmuir" and "Journal of Sir John Cope's Army". There is another great, full page graphic headed: "Plan of the Battle of Gladsmuir" with a key to locations as well (see). Neat the back under the: "List of Deaths..." is that of Jonathan Swift, a portion including: "At three o'clock...dyed that great & eminent patriot the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Swift...whose genius works, learning & charity are universally admired...the bulk of his fortune...to build & endow an hospital for lunaticks, idiots and incurables..." (see photos). Among many articles in this issue are: "Whether England can be happy under a Popish King" "The Usefulness of Chevaux de Frise in Battle" The Drapier's Letter to the People of Ireland" "A Popish King & Protestant Subjects inconsistent" "The National Awaken'd at the Danger of Popery" "A Popish Pretender to be cut off, and the Growth of Popery to be Prevented" "On the Usefulness of Defensive Arms" Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Complete in 54 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There are no other maps or plates called for in this issue.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1745 (with battle charts) * Print of Edinburgh * Print of a battle * Much anti-Catholic content * Death of Jonathan Swift A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Over five pages at the beginning of the issue are taken up with reports on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited. A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well (see photos). Further on in the issue is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh" Over half of a page is an: "Order of Battle of the Q. Hungary's Army with the Saxon Troops..." (see the chart), followed by a full page: "Order of Battle of the King of Prussia's Army on Sept. 20 when attack'd by the Army of Austrians & Saxons..." (see). There is related text with: "The Rebels Account of the Battle of Gladsmuir" and "Journal of Sir John Cope's Army". There is another great, full page graphic headed: "Plan of the Battle of Gladsmuir" with a key to locations as well (see). Neat the back under the: "List of Deaths..." is that of Jonathan Swift, a portion including: "At three o'clock...dyed that great & eminent patriot the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Swift...whose genius works, learning & charity are universally admired...the bulk of his fortune...to build & endow an hospital for lunaticks, idiots and incurables..." (see photos). Among many articles in this issue are: "Whether England can be happy under a Popish King" "The Usefulness of Chevaux de Frise in Battle" The Drapier's Letter to the People of Ireland" "A Popish King & Protestant Subjects inconsistent" "The National Awaken'd at the Danger of Popery" "A Popish Pretender to be cut off, and the Growth of Popery to be Prevented" "On the Usefulness of Defensive Arms" Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Complete in 54 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There are no other maps or plates called for in this issue.

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1745-10-29

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, October 29, 1745  Within this issue are several letters which make reference to the Jacobite Rebellion and the dangers of "popery" coming back to the United Kingdom (see photos for portions). One report includes: "...Letters from Berwick of the 25th advise that the last accounts they had of the Rebels were, that they still gave out they intended to match Southward; but that in the mean time they had marked out a strong camp west of Dalkeith about four miles south from Edinburgh..." with more (see). Complete in 12 pages, measures  7 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, some scattered word underlining throughout, otherwise in very good condition. This also contains a full red ink-stamp on the front page and a partial stamp on an inside page.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, October 29, 1745 Within this issue are several letters which make reference to the Jacobite Rebellion and the dangers of "popery" coming back to the United Kingdom (see photos for portions). One report includes: "...Letters from Berwick of the 25th advise that the last accounts they had of the Rebels were, that they still gave out they intended to match Southward; but that in the mean time they had marked out a strong camp west of Dalkeith about four miles south from Edinburgh..." with more (see). Complete in 12 pages, measures 7 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, some scattered word underlining throughout, otherwise in very good condition. This also contains a full red ink-stamp on the front page and a partial stamp on an inside page.

557392

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1745-11-02

THE LONDON GAZETTE, from London, dated November 2, 1745 An inside page has the report, "Whereas a most wicked and unnatural Rebellion is raised in Scotland, in order to place a popish Pretender on  the Throne of these Kingdoms...".  Not less than 4 times "The Pretender" is referred to within separate addresses.  Considerable details of the events leading up to the Battle of Carlisle are included within this issue.  Great to have such content related to the Jacobite Rebellion, and Bonnie Prince Charlie.  The images provide only a snapshot of the content present. This is a complete issue in 12 pages, measuring approximately 7.5 by 11.5 inches.  Scattered word underlining is found throughout the issue; otherwise in very good condition. This issue also contains three partial red ink-stamps.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, from London, dated November 2, 1745 An inside page has the report, "Whereas a most wicked and unnatural Rebellion is raised in Scotland, in order to place a popish Pretender on the Throne of these Kingdoms...". Not less than 4 times "The Pretender" is referred to within separate addresses. Considerable details of the events leading up to the Battle of Carlisle are included within this issue. Great to have such content related to the Jacobite Rebellion, and Bonnie Prince Charlie. The images provide only a snapshot of the content present. This is a complete issue in 12 pages, measuring approximately 7.5 by 11.5 inches. Scattered word underlining is found throughout the issue; otherwise in very good condition. This issue also contains three partial red ink-stamps.

The Pretender...

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1745-11-12

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 12, 1745  The ftpg. includes a letter which includes: "...our utter destestation & perfect abhorrence of the unnatural Rebellion that has broke out, & is now carrying on, by some of your desperately wicked subjects in Scotland, in favour of a popish Pretender to the Crown of these your Kingdoms..." with more (see).  Additional letters within the issue give further reference to the Jacobite Rebellion. Another item makes reference to the military situation in North America by including: "...Congratulations on your safe return to your British Dominions & on the happy success of your arms in the reduction of Cape Breton." Complete in 12 pages with the back page blank, measures  7 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, some scattered word underlining throughout, otherwise in very good condition. This also contains a partial red ink-stamp on the front page and also on an inside page.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 12, 1745 The ftpg. includes a letter which includes: "...our utter destestation & perfect abhorrence of the unnatural Rebellion that has broke out, & is now carrying on, by some of your desperately wicked subjects in Scotland, in favour of a popish Pretender to the Crown of these your Kingdoms..." with more (see). Additional letters within the issue give further reference to the Jacobite Rebellion. Another item makes reference to the military situation in North America by including: "...Congratulations on your safe return to your British Dominions & on the happy success of your arms in the reduction of Cape Breton." Complete in 12 pages with the back page blank, measures 7 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, some scattered word underlining throughout, otherwise in very good condition. This also contains a partial red ink-stamp on the front page and also on an inside page.

556965

3.d17.2009

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1745-12-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, December, 1745 * Much on the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745 : The Young Pretender : "Bonnie Prince Charlie" A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. There is a tremendous amount of content concerning the Jacobite Rebellion with articles: "Accounts of the Motions of the Rebels & of the King's Forces from the London Gazette..." which takes about ten pages. It also includes: "Retreat of the Rebels" and "Naval Articles from the London Gazette". Further on is: "Letters Concerning the Pretender's Son" (see), "A Letter to the Jacobites", "A New and Cheap way to Disable the Rebels", "Scotland Vindicated from the Charge of a Rebellion", "Apology for Scotland", "Remarks on the Young Pretender's Declaration" this latter article taking over 3 pages. There is even more content on the Jacobite Rebellion in the "Historical Chronicle" section near the back of the issue. There is some content on the battles in North America between the French & British with: "Of the Siege of Louisbourg, French Faith, etc." which is concerning the events in Cape Breton in Canada. Among the many poems is: "Epitaph for Dr. Swift", concerning Jonathan Swift who died in 1745. Among many articles in this issue are: * "Exhortation of the Church of Scotland" takes 3 pages. * "Articles between King James II and the French King" * "General Cope's Conduct Defended" * "Proclamation against Jesuits and Popish Priests" Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There are no maps or plates called for in this issue.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, December, 1745 * Much on the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745 : The Young Pretender : "Bonnie Prince Charlie" A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. There is a tremendous amount of content concerning the Jacobite Rebellion with articles: "Accounts of the Motions of the Rebels & of the King's Forces from the London Gazette..." which takes about ten pages. It also includes: "Retreat of the Rebels" and "Naval Articles from the London Gazette". Further on is: "Letters Concerning the Pretender's Son" (see), "A Letter to the Jacobites", "A New and Cheap way to Disable the Rebels", "Scotland Vindicated from the Charge of a Rebellion", "Apology for Scotland", "Remarks on the Young Pretender's Declaration" this latter article taking over 3 pages. There is even more content on the Jacobite Rebellion in the "Historical Chronicle" section near the back of the issue. There is some content on the battles in North America between the French & British with: "Of the Siege of Louisbourg, French Faith, etc." which is concerning the events in Cape Breton in Canada. Among the many poems is: "Epitaph for Dr. Swift", concerning Jonathan Swift who died in 1745. Among many articles in this issue are: * "Exhortation of the Church of Scotland" takes 3 pages. * "Articles between King James II and the French King" * "General Cope's Conduct Defended" * "Proclamation against Jesuits and Popish Priests" Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There are no maps or plates called for in this issue.

557285

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1746-04-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, April, 1746  * Battle of Culloden  * End of the Jacobite Rebellion & Bonnie Prince Charlie  A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. There is much fine content on the Jacobite Rebellion including the very first article noted in the table of contents as: "The Young Pretender's reasons for Retiring from Stirling & account of his affairs in Scotland, sent to his Father" (see for portions).  More content on the Rebellion continues with other articles as well. Also, additional content on the Rebellion is found in over 8 pages of: "Accounts of the Motions of the Rebels and of the King's Forces from the London Gazette...", which includes numerous reports, including "Journal of what passed at Fort William" "Siege of Fort William Raised" and "Rebels Totally Defeated". But by far the most significant item is the historic account of the Battle of Culloden, which signaled the end of Bonnie Prince Charlie's (the Young Pretender) hope of regaining the crown of England. It is headed: "The afternoon a Messenger arrived from the Duke of Cumberland with the following Particulars of the VICTORY obtained by his Royal Highness over the Rebels, on Wednesday the 16th instant near Culloden." which continues with much detail to take over two pages, and includes the "List of Killed and Wounded". Not only a very historic report, but a very early one as well. Three pages are taken up with a: "List of Ships taken on both Sides" with many mentions of ships bound to or from America (photos show only portions). This issue also has: "A Poetical Essay on the Reduction of Cape Breton" which takes over a full page. Another poem is: "On the Rebels Flight at the Duke's Approach" & more concerning the Jacobite Rebellion. Among many articles in this issue are: "An Emblem of the Resurrection" "Of the Ancient French Theatre" and many poems Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Included in these reports are more accounts concerning the Battle of Culloden (see photos for portions). Complete in 56 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.  Included with this issue is a full page plate showing various images (see photos) with related text describing the items.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, April, 1746 * Battle of Culloden * End of the Jacobite Rebellion & Bonnie Prince Charlie A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. There is much fine content on the Jacobite Rebellion including the very first article noted in the table of contents as: "The Young Pretender's reasons for Retiring from Stirling & account of his affairs in Scotland, sent to his Father" (see for portions). More content on the Rebellion continues with other articles as well. Also, additional content on the Rebellion is found in over 8 pages of: "Accounts of the Motions of the Rebels and of the King's Forces from the London Gazette...", which includes numerous reports, including "Journal of what passed at Fort William" "Siege of Fort William Raised" and "Rebels Totally Defeated". But by far the most significant item is the historic account of the Battle of Culloden, which signaled the end of Bonnie Prince Charlie's (the Young Pretender) hope of regaining the crown of England. It is headed: "The afternoon a Messenger arrived from the Duke of Cumberland with the following Particulars of the VICTORY obtained by his Royal Highness over the Rebels, on Wednesday the 16th instant near Culloden." which continues with much detail to take over two pages, and includes the "List of Killed and Wounded". Not only a very historic report, but a very early one as well. Three pages are taken up with a: "List of Ships taken on both Sides" with many mentions of ships bound to or from America (photos show only portions). This issue also has: "A Poetical Essay on the Reduction of Cape Breton" which takes over a full page. Another poem is: "On the Rebels Flight at the Duke's Approach" & more concerning the Jacobite Rebellion. Among many articles in this issue are: "An Emblem of the Resurrection" "Of the Ancient French Theatre" and many poems Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Included in these reports are more accounts concerning the Battle of Culloden (see photos for portions). Complete in 56 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. Included with this issue is a full page plate showing various images (see photos) with related text describing the items.

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1746-06-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1746 * Jacobite Rebellion A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.   Near the beginning of the issue is: "Court Martial Sentence of Capt. Burrish" and "Sentence on Capt. Edmund Williams of the Royal Oak". There is content concerning the Jacobite Rebellion including: "Carlisle Invested by the Duke of Cumberland" followed by: "Description of Carlisle Castle". Also is: "Accounts of the Progress of the King's Forces in Scotland from the London Gazette". Two pages are taken up with a list of: "Ships Taken by the French & Spaniards" with several mentions of ships bound to or from America (photos show only portions). There is a full page plate in this issue, featuring various prints (see photos). Nearly a page is taken up with: "A Short View of Mr. Watson's Treatise on Electricity". Among many articles in this issue are: * "Account of the Ancient French Theatre" * "Preamble to Act ofr settling an Additional Revenue on his Royal Highness the Duke of Cumberland." * "The humble Address of the People called Quakers..." * "Cape Breton tenable Against the Power of France" * "Remarks on our Right to Cape Breton" * "The Spirit & Principles of Rebellion" *  many poems Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Included in these reports are more accounts concerning the Jacobite Rebellion. Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. </div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1746 * Jacobite Rebellion A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Near the beginning of the issue is: "Court Martial Sentence of Capt. Burrish" and "Sentence on Capt. Edmund Williams of the Royal Oak". There is content concerning the Jacobite Rebellion including: "Carlisle Invested by the Duke of Cumberland" followed by: "Description of Carlisle Castle". Also is: "Accounts of the Progress of the King's Forces in Scotland from the London Gazette". Two pages are taken up with a list of: "Ships Taken by the French & Spaniards" with several mentions of ships bound to or from America (photos show only portions). There is a full page plate in this issue, featuring various prints (see photos). Nearly a page is taken up with: "A Short View of Mr. Watson's Treatise on Electricity". Among many articles in this issue are: * "Account of the Ancient French Theatre" * "Preamble to Act ofr settling an Additional Revenue on his Royal Highness the Duke of Cumberland." * "The humble Address of the People called Quakers..." * "Cape Breton tenable Against the Power of France" * "Remarks on our Right to Cape Breton" * "The Spirit & Principles of Rebellion" * many poems Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Included in these reports are more accounts concerning the Jacobite Rebellion. Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.

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1746-10-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1746  * Bonnie Prince Charlie  * The Young Pretender  * Escapes after Culloden  A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Seven pages at the beginning of the issue are taken up with reports on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited. The most historic content in this issue is the 1 1/2 page article: "Account of the Young Pretender's Escape after the Battle of Culloden" (see photos for portions). There is more on this in the Historical Chronicle (see item below). Among other articles in this issue are: "Of the Cause of Electricity" "Character of Lord Balmerino" "Account of the Action near Liege" "Lists of Kill'd and Wounded" "Of Marrying a Brother's Widow" "Argument for Mercy to the Rebels" "Account of the Rebels try'd" and many poems including one on the victory at Culloden. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Included is some content relating to the Jacobite Rebellion, including more on: "Further Particulars Relating to the Escape of the Young Pretender" (see). Complete in 60 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There is no map or plate called for in this issue.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1746 * Bonnie Prince Charlie * The Young Pretender * Escapes after Culloden A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Seven pages at the beginning of the issue are taken up with reports on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited. The most historic content in this issue is the 1 1/2 page article: "Account of the Young Pretender's Escape after the Battle of Culloden" (see photos for portions). There is more on this in the Historical Chronicle (see item below). Among other articles in this issue are: "Of the Cause of Electricity" "Character of Lord Balmerino" "Account of the Action near Liege" "Lists of Kill'd and Wounded" "Of Marrying a Brother's Widow" "Argument for Mercy to the Rebels" "Account of the Rebels try'd" and many poems including one on the victory at Culloden. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Included is some content relating to the Jacobite Rebellion, including more on: "Further Particulars Relating to the Escape of the Young Pretender" (see). Complete in 60 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There is no map or plate called for in this issue.

557334

4.25.2009

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1746-12-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, December, 1746 * Bonnie Prince Charlie escapes to France A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Seven pages at the beginning of the issue are taken up with reports on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited. The prime content of this issue is: "Account of the Young Pretender's Escape after the Battle of Culloden" which is continued from a previous issue & which takes about a full page. It contains some nice detail on how he stole away, including: "The young Pretender...with the assistatnce of Capt. O'Neal...determined that he should put on women's cloaths & pass for her waiting-maid. This being done he took leave..." with more (photos show portions). There is more on the Jacobite Rebellion with: "Of the Behaviour & Treatment of the Scotch Rebels". This issue includes a full page plate with various illustrations, but features a portrait of Lord Lovat, one of the Jacobite Rebellion leaders recently sentenced for High Treason. One page has the outline of the: "Size of the Great Diamond sent to the King of Portugal from Brazil" (see). Among other articles in this issue are: * "The Art of Acting" * "War with France urged" * "Recipes for the Rheumatism & Wounds" * "Acts Passed in Ireland" *  many poems Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Included is content on Lord Lovat (see), as well as: "Proceedings on the Tryals of the Rebels at the Court house in Southwark". Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, December, 1746 * Bonnie Prince Charlie escapes to France A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Seven pages at the beginning of the issue are taken up with reports on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited. The prime content of this issue is: "Account of the Young Pretender's Escape after the Battle of Culloden" which is continued from a previous issue & which takes about a full page. It contains some nice detail on how he stole away, including: "The young Pretender...with the assistatnce of Capt. O'Neal...determined that he should put on women's cloaths & pass for her waiting-maid. This being done he took leave..." with more (photos show portions). There is more on the Jacobite Rebellion with: "Of the Behaviour & Treatment of the Scotch Rebels". This issue includes a full page plate with various illustrations, but features a portrait of Lord Lovat, one of the Jacobite Rebellion leaders recently sentenced for High Treason. One page has the outline of the: "Size of the Great Diamond sent to the King of Portugal from Brazil" (see). Among other articles in this issue are: * "The Art of Acting" * "War with France urged" * "Recipes for the Rheumatism & Wounds" * "Acts Passed in Ireland" * many poems Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. Included is content on Lord Lovat (see), as well as: "Proceedings on the Tryals of the Rebels at the Court house in Southwark". Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.

555968

4.61.2009

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GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Feb., 1747 An inside page has an illustration of a torture device "...found...in Scotland, and brought to town by his royal highness the Duke; supposed to be made use by the rebels to extort confession." Report describes the device stating it was made of iron, weighed 16 lbs. and was four feet in length. Used an iron spike on a spring which was pointed at the neck and would inflict pain if the tortured person raised or lowered his head. In general, the individual was subject to "excessive torment" while shackled to the device. Mentions that a certain person "...has put this machine in practice, and tortured several of his tenants...who had offended him..." Octavo-size, 52 pgs., full title/index page, with a woodcut of St. Johns Gate in the masthead. Good condition.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Feb., 1747 An inside page has an illustration of a torture device "...found...in Scotland, and brought to town by his royal highness the Duke; supposed to be made use by the rebels to extort confession." Report describes the device stating it was made of iron, weighed 16 lbs. and was four feet in length. Used an iron spike on a spring which was pointed at the neck and would inflict pain if the tortured person raised or lowered his head. In general, the individual was subject to "excessive torment" while shackled to the device. Mentions that a certain person "...has put this machine in practice, and tortured several of his tenants...who had offended him..." Octavo-size, 52 pgs., full title/index page, with a woodcut of St. Johns Gate in the masthead. Good condition.

204106

7.79.2005

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1747-03-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, March, 1747 (without map) * Song celebrates battle of Culloden victory * early electricity experiments A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. One of the better articles in this issue is: "Considerations on the State of the Spanish Affairs in their American Dominions" which takes over 2 pgs. (see for portions). Over a full pg. is taken up with: "Electrical Experiments Proposed". Among the "Poetical Essays" is one titled: "A Hymn for the 9th of October 1746 being the Thanksgiving day for the Victory over the Rebels at Culloden". Among the various articles in this issue are: * "A Short Account of the Tryal of Simon Lord Lovat before his Peers at Westminster Hall" which takes 6 pgs. * "Romantic Story of a Nun" * "Nature & Properties of Insects" * A full pg. sheet of music titled: "A Hunting Song" Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. Complete in 48 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There are no plates or maps present.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, March, 1747 (without map) * Song celebrates battle of Culloden victory * early electricity experiments A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. One of the better articles in this issue is: "Considerations on the State of the Spanish Affairs in their American Dominions" which takes over 2 pgs. (see for portions). Over a full pg. is taken up with: "Electrical Experiments Proposed". Among the "Poetical Essays" is one titled: "A Hymn for the 9th of October 1746 being the Thanksgiving day for the Victory over the Rebels at Culloden". Among the various articles in this issue are: * "A Short Account of the Tryal of Simon Lord Lovat before his Peers at Westminster Hall" which takes 6 pgs. * "Romantic Story of a Nun" * "Nature & Properties of Insects" * A full pg. sheet of music titled: "A Hunting Song" Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. Complete in 48 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. There are no plates or maps present.

210939

3.86.2006

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1747-10-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1747 * Edmund Halley, of comet fame Over three pages are taken up with: "The Elogy of Dr. Halley", being the famous Edmund Halley the astronomer and for whom "Halley's Comet" is named. It is continued in a future issue. Two pages are taken up with a lengthy "List of Ships Taken", by the French & the Spanish. Many of the ships are those bound to or from the American colonies & the West Indies. Among other articles in this issue are: * "Description of a Chameleon" with a print in a plate (see) * "Of the Prevention of Rust in Metals" * "Method for Preserving Seamen" * "Advantages of the Isles of Scotland" * "Holy Spirit not Concern'd in the Creation" * "Sin the Cause of Guilt & Misery" * "Method to Prevent robbing Graves" * "Consequences of Adam's Sin" *  many poems Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. The report under the heading "Holland" begins: "After the taking of Berg-op-Zoom the French proceeded to take the forts on the Seheld. Fort Frederic Henry surrender'd the 8th..." with more (see). A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Complete in 48 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, in overall nice condition.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1747 * Edmund Halley, of comet fame Over three pages are taken up with: "The Elogy of Dr. Halley", being the famous Edmund Halley the astronomer and for whom "Halley's Comet" is named. It is continued in a future issue. Two pages are taken up with a lengthy "List of Ships Taken", by the French & the Spanish. Many of the ships are those bound to or from the American colonies & the West Indies. Among other articles in this issue are: * "Description of a Chameleon" with a print in a plate (see) * "Of the Prevention of Rust in Metals" * "Method for Preserving Seamen" * "Advantages of the Isles of Scotland" * "Holy Spirit not Concern'd in the Creation" * "Sin the Cause of Guilt & Misery" * "Method to Prevent robbing Graves" * "Consequences of Adam's Sin" * many poems Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. The report under the heading "Holland" begins: "After the taking of Berg-op-Zoom the French proceeded to take the forts on the Seheld. Fort Frederic Henry surrender'd the 8th..." with more (see). A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Complete in 48 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, in overall nice condition.

567763

5.69.2009

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1754-08-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1754 * Some reports from America * Plate of views through a microscope A very nice magazine from during the French and Indian War with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "Engineers of armes the Proper Road Makers" "Great Utility of a Turnpike Road to the West Country" "Contests in Jamaica, on What Grounded" "Receipt for the Scurvy used in Greenland" "Sure Way of Securing Dead Bodies in the Grave" "Flemming's Monument Explain'd" "Microscopical Objects, with cuts & Remarks" "Account of Scotland" "Dress of the Inhabitants of Inverness" "Fort William Described" "Mayer's Account of his New Tables of the Sun and Moon" "Eruption of Mount Etna"  & more. In the "Historical Chronicle" section near the back are a few reports under the heading: "America" including an item from Boston reading: "Gov. Shirley is gone from Boston to the Garges & Kennibeck...with 1100 men to observe the motions of the French. A ship of 900 tons is arrived at Louisburgh from France with cannon & ammunition of all sorts..." and an item from New York includes: "Our governor & the commissioners from the several neighbouring provinces are arrived at Albany but the Indians are not yet come down..." (see). This issue is complete with both of the plates called for, one of a memorial to "James Flemming Esq., Major General of all His Majestie's Forces..." and the other a foldout plate showing: "...a new contrivance for the Scaping of Clocks & Watches, and Seven Minute Objects as Magnified by the Microscope" (see), both having related articles within this issue. Complete in 48 pgs. with full title/index page. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, light browning, otherwise in good condition.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1754 * Some reports from America * Plate of views through a microscope A very nice magazine from during the French and Indian War with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "Engineers of armes the Proper Road Makers" "Great Utility of a Turnpike Road to the West Country" "Contests in Jamaica, on What Grounded" "Receipt for the Scurvy used in Greenland" "Sure Way of Securing Dead Bodies in the Grave" "Flemming's Monument Explain'd" "Microscopical Objects, with cuts & Remarks" "Account of Scotland" "Dress of the Inhabitants of Inverness" "Fort William Described" "Mayer's Account of his New Tables of the Sun and Moon" "Eruption of Mount Etna" & more. In the "Historical Chronicle" section near the back are a few reports under the heading: "America" including an item from Boston reading: "Gov. Shirley is gone from Boston to the Garges & Kennibeck...with 1100 men to observe the motions of the French. A ship of 900 tons is arrived at Louisburgh from France with cannon & ammunition of all sorts..." and an item from New York includes: "Our governor & the commissioners from the several neighbouring provinces are arrived at Albany but the Indians are not yet come down..." (see). This issue is complete with both of the plates called for, one of a memorial to "James Flemming Esq., Major General of all His Majestie's Forces..." and the other a foldout plate showing: "...a new contrivance for the Scaping of Clocks & Watches, and Seven Minute Objects as Magnified by the Microscope" (see), both having related articles within this issue. Complete in 48 pgs. with full title/index page. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, light browning, otherwise in good condition.

555971

2.61.2009

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1754-09-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, September, 1754  * George Washington featured in the French & Indian War, when he was 22 years old  * Very early for this future 1st president   A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the early reports on the French & Indian War, is a very rare mention of colonel George Washington when he was just 22 years old. The report is a continued one, headed: "Account of our Affairs in America" and the text includes: "...On the other side the French have this season reaped a crop of corn from the lands on the borders of the Ohio which  will be sufficient to subsist the troops with which they are carrying on their invasions till the next year. Col. Washington with 400 men having encamped in a wood at the great meadows on the Ohio, & defeated a party of French that had been dispatched to intercept some provisions, receiv'd intelligence soon afterwords that the French...were marching 900 men from Monongahela to attack him. The Colonel immediately prepared to defend himself against such a superiority as well as he could..." with some reports on a battle, & continuing with: "...The Col. perceiving by this conduct that they were determined not to attack in the open field ordered his men still to reserve their fire & retire back again into the trenches..." with much more, carrying over to the next pg. where is included: "Capitulation granted July 3...of his Most Christian Majesty's forces to the English troops in the Fort of Necessity built on the lands of the King's Dominions" with the 7 articles included, and with additional mention of Washington (see photos). Washington's name is even mentioned in the title/index page. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which contains various news reports from different parts of Europe. Other articles in this issue include: "Mr. Graham's dead Scaping for Clocks" includes a print (see)" "An Account of Scotland" continued from a previous issue and "Curious Anecdote of Charles XII of Sweden" Complete in 48 pages, measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches with full title/index page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate. Scattered foxing, and tiny binding holes at the blank spine margin. There are 3 small library stamps at the bottom of pages.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, September, 1754 * George Washington featured in the French & Indian War, when he was 22 years old * Very early for this future 1st president A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Among the early reports on the French & Indian War, is a very rare mention of colonel George Washington when he was just 22 years old. The report is a continued one, headed: "Account of our Affairs in America" and the text includes: "...On the other side the French have this season reaped a crop of corn from the lands on the borders of the Ohio which will be sufficient to subsist the troops with which they are carrying on their invasions till the next year. Col. Washington with 400 men having encamped in a wood at the great meadows on the Ohio, & defeated a party of French that had been dispatched to intercept some provisions, receiv'd intelligence soon afterwords that the French...were marching 900 men from Monongahela to attack him. The Colonel immediately prepared to defend himself against such a superiority as well as he could..." with some reports on a battle, & continuing with: "...The Col. perceiving by this conduct that they were determined not to attack in the open field ordered his men still to reserve their fire & retire back again into the trenches..." with much more, carrying over to the next pg. where is included: "Capitulation granted July 3...of his Most Christian Majesty's forces to the English troops in the Fort of Necessity built on the lands of the King's Dominions" with the 7 articles included, and with additional mention of Washington (see photos). Washington's name is even mentioned in the title/index page. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which contains various news reports from different parts of Europe. Other articles in this issue include: "Mr. Graham's dead Scaping for Clocks" includes a print (see)" "An Account of Scotland" continued from a previous issue and "Curious Anecdote of Charles XII of Sweden" Complete in 48 pages, measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches with full title/index page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate. Scattered foxing, and tiny binding holes at the blank spine margin. There are 3 small library stamps at the bottom of pages.

557511

6.13.2009

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1755-05-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, May, 1755  * American Colonies * Military forts prints Within these pgs. is a 4 page article headed: "An Account of the British Trade & Settlements in North America from the French of Mons. Dumont, one of the Commissioners on the Part of the King of France for settling the Limits of the English & French Colonies in N. America." This is a terrific article on the early settlements of America by the contending nations of England & France & the troubles which brewed between them. Subheads at the top of the pages are: "New History of Hudson's Bay" and "Discovery & Settlement of Newfoundland and "French & English Contend for it" and "The Importance of the Cod Fishery to England". Of significance to this issue are the three illustrations of early forts built in North America, headed: "Plan of Fort Hallifax" and "Plan of Fort Franckfort" and "Plan of Fort Western, built in 1754" with descriptive text for each (see photos). Rare to find such prints of early American military installations in period magazines. This issue also includes the two full page plates called for, titled: "The Land Prospect of that Surprising Natural Harbour Call'd the Bullers of Buchan in Scotland" and "A Sea Prospect of the Rock & Cave called the Bullers of Buchan" (see). A library stamp at the bottom margin of one of them, at the bottom of the title/index page, & the bottom of 3 other pages. Complete in 48 pages, full title/index page, tiny binding holes at the blank spine margin, measures 5 by 8 inches.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, May, 1755 * American Colonies * Military forts prints Within these pgs. is a 4 page article headed: "An Account of the British Trade & Settlements in North America from the French of Mons. Dumont, one of the Commissioners on the Part of the King of France for settling the Limits of the English & French Colonies in N. America." This is a terrific article on the early settlements of America by the contending nations of England & France & the troubles which brewed between them. Subheads at the top of the pages are: "New History of Hudson's Bay" and "Discovery & Settlement of Newfoundland and "French & English Contend for it" and "The Importance of the Cod Fishery to England". Of significance to this issue are the three illustrations of early forts built in North America, headed: "Plan of Fort Hallifax" and "Plan of Fort Franckfort" and "Plan of Fort Western, built in 1754" with descriptive text for each (see photos). Rare to find such prints of early American military installations in period magazines. This issue also includes the two full page plates called for, titled: "The Land Prospect of that Surprising Natural Harbour Call'd the Bullers of Buchan in Scotland" and "A Sea Prospect of the Rock & Cave called the Bullers of Buchan" (see). A library stamp at the bottom margin of one of them, at the bottom of the title/index page, & the bottom of 3 other pages. Complete in 48 pages, full title/index page, tiny binding holes at the blank spine margin, measures 5 by 8 inches.

562037

8.86.2009

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1756-01-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, January, 1756 * Map of Spain, Portugal * Benjamin Franklin's lightning rod * Early Georgia * Judaica - Jewish An article near the front: "Account of American Affairs" is continued from a previous issue & includes talk on "New Forts in America". There is also a detailed account of Oglethorpe's English colony at Georgia, now 22 yrs. old & still suffering from "want of inhabitants" due to the founder's odd regulations. This 2+ page article headed: "New Georgia" traces the founding & growth of the colony & includes: * Mr. Oglethorpe was an active & enterprising man & had distinguished himself as a friend to the unhappy wretches who were prisoners for debts...on the 6th November, 1733 100 adventurers embarked...on the 15th Mr. Oglethorpe also embarked on board the same vessel to direct the first operations for establishing the new colony...in 1737 there were five cities & several villages in New Georgia...Savannah, the capital...next considerable city was Augusta...North Georgia contains...Savannah, New Ebenezer and Augusta...South Georgia contains ...Frederica and New Inverness..." and so much more (photos show just a small portion). Another article has interesting discussion on Ben Franklin's lightning rod, including a print of a house with one (see photos). Another article headed: "Account of American Affairs" is concerning relations with the Indians (see photos for portions) & another article headed: "An Enquiry why Fish was Never Used in Sacrifices Among the Jews" takes nearly a full page. Another article is concerning: "Hally [Halley] and Newton on the Comet Expected in 1758" & takes over a full pg., & yet another article: "Account of the Dispute between the Governor & Assembly of Philadelphia" is continued from a previous issue & takes over 2 pgs. A prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map headed: "Spain and Portugal" which also includes a print of: "A Map of the Mouth of the River Tagus, or Harbour of the City of Lisbon." This map measures 8 1/2 by 10 1/2  inches & is in very nice, clean condition (see).

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, January, 1756 * Map of Spain, Portugal * Benjamin Franklin's lightning rod * Early Georgia * Judaica - Jewish An article near the front: "Account of American Affairs" is continued from a previous issue & includes talk on "New Forts in America". There is also a detailed account of Oglethorpe's English colony at Georgia, now 22 yrs. old & still suffering from "want of inhabitants" due to the founder's odd regulations. This 2+ page article headed: "New Georgia" traces the founding & growth of the colony & includes: * Mr. Oglethorpe was an active & enterprising man & had distinguished himself as a friend to the unhappy wretches who were prisoners for debts...on the 6th November, 1733 100 adventurers embarked...on the 15th Mr. Oglethorpe also embarked on board the same vessel to direct the first operations for establishing the new colony...in 1737 there were five cities & several villages in New Georgia...Savannah, the capital...next considerable city was Augusta...North Georgia contains...Savannah, New Ebenezer and Augusta...South Georgia contains ...Frederica and New Inverness..." and so much more (photos show just a small portion). Another article has interesting discussion on Ben Franklin's lightning rod, including a print of a house with one (see photos). Another article headed: "Account of American Affairs" is concerning relations with the Indians (see photos for portions) & another article headed: "An Enquiry why Fish was Never Used in Sacrifices Among the Jews" takes nearly a full page. Another article is concerning: "Hally [Halley] and Newton on the Comet Expected in 1758" & takes over a full pg., & yet another article: "Account of the Dispute between the Governor & Assembly of Philadelphia" is continued from a previous issue & takes over 2 pgs. A prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map headed: "Spain and Portugal" which also includes a print of: "A Map of the Mouth of the River Tagus, or Harbour of the City of Lisbon." This map measures 8 1/2 by 10 1/2 inches & is in very nice, clean condition (see).

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1757-12-02

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE SUPPLEMENT, London, England, 1757  * Great 1757 map  * Map of England and Wales  Here is a terrific and rather large map which has printed within the cartouche: "A New Map of ENGLAND and WALES By Thos. Jefferys, Geographer to his Royal Highness the Prine of Wales." The map measures about 15 by 17 1/2 inches when unfolded, is in very nice, clean condition, has about half of the left blank margin trimmed but no loss to the border or the map (although close!): see photos. There is tremendous detail with the thousands of towns and cities noted, plus portions of Scotland, Ireland and the French coast showing as well. Included with this map is the "Supplement To the Gentleman's Magazine for the Year 1757" from which this map came to verify its date, as the top of the front page references the map (see photos). This "Supplement" issue is complete in 24 pages and measures about 5 by 8 inches.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE SUPPLEMENT, London, England, 1757 * Great 1757 map * Map of England and Wales Here is a terrific and rather large map which has printed within the cartouche: "A New Map of ENGLAND and WALES By Thos. Jefferys, Geographer to his Royal Highness the Prine of Wales." The map measures about 15 by 17 1/2 inches when unfolded, is in very nice, clean condition, has about half of the left blank margin trimmed but no loss to the border or the map (although close!): see photos. There is tremendous detail with the thousands of towns and cities noted, plus portions of Scotland, Ireland and the French coast showing as well. Included with this map is the "Supplement To the Gentleman's Magazine for the Year 1757" from which this map came to verify its date, as the top of the front page references the map (see photos). This "Supplement" issue is complete in 24 pages and measures about 5 by 8 inches.

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1759-01-01

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1759 A nice Scottish newspaper from this significant year during the French & Indian War, however this issues does not have any noteworthy content relating to the war. But much news of the day, mostly from Europe, and many ads as well. Relatively nice condition with some light browning or dirtiness, small folio-size measuring about 9 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches & complete in 4 pages. The photo below is "generic" however the issue you receive will have a similar look and will be dated 1759.

208979

1.61.2006

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1759-07-07

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, July 7, 1759   * French & Indian War era * 18th century original * Uncommon title A nice Scottish newspaper from this significant year during the French & Indian War, however this issues does not have any noteworthy content relating to the war. But much news of the day, mostly from Europe, and many ads as well.   Relatively nice condition, small folio-size measuring about 9 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches & complete in 4 pages.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, July 7, 1759 * French & Indian War era * 18th century original * Uncommon title A nice Scottish newspaper from this significant year during the French & Indian War, however this issues does not have any noteworthy content relating to the war. But much news of the day, mostly from Europe, and many ads as well. Relatively nice condition, small folio-size measuring about 9 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches & complete in 4 pages.

565489

12.2.2009

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1 From during the French & Indian War... Godfrey

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1761-01-01

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1760's (5 issues)  A very early set of 5 newspapers from Scotland, with news of the day.  A great period set at a considerable discount from the capital city of Scotland (since the 1400's).  Nice condition.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1760's (5 issues) A very early set of 5 newspapers from Scotland, with news of the day. A great period set at a considerable discount from the capital city of Scotland (since the 1400's). Nice condition.

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Wholesale Lot: typically, more than one available!

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18th century Scotland... wholesalelot

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1762-02-13

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 13, 1762. Page 2 contains a report of the death of Empress Elizabeth of Russia, and: "...the accession of the present Emperor Peter the third to the throne of Russia and to present his new credentials as Envoy Extraordinary from that Prince..." with a bit more. You get the complete 4 page issue, lightly-inked red tax stamp on the front page, never bound nor trimmed, nice condition.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 13, 1762. Page 2 contains a report of the death of Empress Elizabeth of Russia, and: "...the accession of the present Emperor Peter the third to the throne of Russia and to present his new credentials as Envoy Extraordinary from that Prince..." with a bit more. You get the complete 4 page issue, lightly-inked red tax stamp on the front page, never bound nor trimmed, nice condition.

209464

2.15.2006

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1765-01-01

THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, 1765 A rather uncommon title from before the Revolutionary War and a nice opportunity for a British newspaper from during the year of the Stamp Act in the colonies. Contents include various news of the day with a wealth of ads as well.  Complete in 8 pages & measuring about 8 1/2  by 11 inches, never trimmed at the margin, some light rubbing at the folds, generally nice condition. The back page has a partial red-inked tax stamp. The photo below is generic but the issue you receive will be almost identical and will be from the year 1765.

THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, 1765 A rather uncommon title from before the Revolutionary War and a nice opportunity for a British newspaper from during the year of the Stamp Act in the colonies. Contents include various news of the day with a wealth of ads as well. Complete in 8 pages & measuring about 8 1/2 by 11 inches, never trimmed at the margin, some light rubbing at the folds, generally nice condition. The back page has a partial red-inked tax stamp. The photo below is generic but the issue you receive will be almost identical and will be from the year 1765.

204516

g8.6.2005

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1770-06-08

<div>THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, June 8, 1770</div> <div>An inside page has a letter from Virginia which includes: "The colonies wait silently for the determination of parliament concerning the revenue act. They have done all in their power to prohibit or retard the sale of British commodities but a view of our imports will show how ineffectual their efforts have been & how useless & pusilanimous it would be in P(arlimen)t not to maintain that valuable perogative of taxation..." with more (see photos). Complete in 8 pgs., some dirtiness to the ftpg. only, generally nice condition. Measures about 8 1/2 by 11 inches.</div>

THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, June 8, 1770 An inside page has a letter from Virginia which includes: "The colonies wait silently for the determination of parliament concerning the revenue act. They have done all in their power to prohibit or retard the sale of British commodities but a view of our imports will show how ineffectual their efforts have been & how useless & pusilanimous it would be in P(arlimen)t not to maintain that valuable perogative of taxation..." with more (see photos). Complete in 8 pgs., some dirtiness to the ftpg. only, generally nice condition. Measures about 8 1/2 by 11 inches.

215539

10.40.2006

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1770-11-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Nov., 1770. * Boston Massacre Defendants Plead Not Guilty The top of pg. 2 has a report datelined: "Boston, New-England, September 6" which reads: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldiers and others who were indicted for the murder committed in King Street, on the evening of the 5th of March last, were arraigned at the bar of the Superior Court and Court of Assize, now sitting here, and severally pleaded Not Guilty; but their trial, we hear, is put off till the 23d of October next."  Almost all of the remainder of pg. 2 is taken up with other news reports from America, most from Boston, with some hints as to the troubles which are brewing between America & England (see photos). Included are reports from Philadelphia, Charleston and New York, the latter noting: "The General Assembly of Pennsylvania...have appointed Benjamin Franklin, Esq., sole agent for that Province at the court of Great Britain for the ensuing year." Included with this issue are two fullpg. plates (see photos), one of which has a great:  "The View of the Surprizing Natural Curiosity, near Stains, in Scotland" showing stalagmites and stalactites in a cave. Complete 50 pg. issue with full title/index pg., measures about 5 by 8 in., nice condition.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Nov., 1770. * Boston Massacre Defendants Plead Not Guilty The top of pg. 2 has a report datelined: "Boston, New-England, September 6" which reads: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldiers and others who were indicted for the murder committed in King Street, on the evening of the 5th of March last, were arraigned at the bar of the Superior Court and Court of Assize, now sitting here, and severally pleaded Not Guilty; but their trial, we hear, is put off till the 23d of October next." Almost all of the remainder of pg. 2 is taken up with other news reports from America, most from Boston, with some hints as to the troubles which are brewing between America & England (see photos). Included are reports from Philadelphia, Charleston and New York, the latter noting: "The General Assembly of Pennsylvania...have appointed Benjamin Franklin, Esq., sole agent for that Province at the court of Great Britain for the ensuing year." Included with this issue are two fullpg. plates (see photos), one of which has a great: "The View of the Surprizing Natural Curiosity, near Stains, in Scotland" showing stalagmites and stalactites in a cave. Complete 50 pg. issue with full title/index pg., measures about 5 by 8 in., nice condition.

220381

6.41.2007

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0 Boston Massacre Defendants Plead "Not Guilty"... 5 here + in vols? sup155a gm_plate_note

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1770-11-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Nov., 1770 (the last issue for this date within our inventory).  The top of pg. 2 has a report datelined: "Boston, New-England, September 6" which reads: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldiers and others who were indicted for the murder committed in King Street, on the evening of the 5th of March last, were arraigned at the bar of the Superior Court and Court of Assize, now sitting here, and severally pleaded Not Guilty; but their trial, we hear, is put off till the 23d of October next."  Almost all of the remainder of pg. 2 is taken up with other news reports from America, most from Boston, with some hints as to the troubles which are brewing between America & England (see photos). Included are reports from Philadelphia, Charleston and New York, the latter noting: "The General Assembly of Pennsylvania...have appointed Benjamin Franklin, Esq., sole agent for that Province at the court of Great Britain for the ensuing year." Included with this issue are two fullpg. plates (see photos), one of which has a great:  "The View of the Surprizing Natural Curiosity, near Stains, in Scotland" showing stalagmites and stalactites in a cave. Complete 50 pg. issue with full title/index pg., measures about 5 by 8 in., various foxing throughout..

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Nov., 1770 (the last issue for this date within our inventory). The top of pg. 2 has a report datelined: "Boston, New-England, September 6" which reads: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldiers and others who were indicted for the murder committed in King Street, on the evening of the 5th of March last, were arraigned at the bar of the Superior Court and Court of Assize, now sitting here, and severally pleaded Not Guilty; but their trial, we hear, is put off till the 23d of October next." Almost all of the remainder of pg. 2 is taken up with other news reports from America, most from Boston, with some hints as to the troubles which are brewing between America & England (see photos). Included are reports from Philadelphia, Charleston and New York, the latter noting: "The General Assembly of Pennsylvania...have appointed Benjamin Franklin, Esq., sole agent for that Province at the court of Great Britain for the ensuing year." Included with this issue are two fullpg. plates (see photos), one of which has a great: "The View of the Surprizing Natural Curiosity, near Stains, in Scotland" showing stalagmites and stalactites in a cave. Complete 50 pg. issue with full title/index pg., measures about 5 by 8 in., various foxing throughout..

220382

6.41.2007

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1770-11-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, Boston, November, 1770  * The Boston Massacre  * British soldiers arraigned  A report on the second page datelined "Boston, New-England, September 6" says: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldeiers...who were indicted for the murder committed in Kingstreet, on...the 5th of March last were arraigned at the...Superior Court... and...pleaded Not Guilty; but their trial...is put off till 23d of October next." Also has a full page engraving & report about a visit to the "dropping Cover" near, Salins, Scotland. Octavo-size, 52 pages, full title/index page has an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead. Little irregular at the spine, otherwise in nice condition. wikipedia notes: The Boston Massacre refers to an incident involving the deaths of five civilians at the hands of British troops on March 5, 1770, the legal aftermath of which helped spark the rebellion in some of the British colonies in America, which culminated in the American Revolution. A tense situation because of a heavy British military presence in Boston boiled over to incite brawls between soldiers and civilians and eventually led to troops discharging their muskets after being attacked by a rioting crowd. Three civilians were killed at the scene of the shooting, and two died after the incident.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, Boston, November, 1770 * The Boston Massacre * British soldiers arraigned A report on the second page datelined "Boston, New-England, September 6" says: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldeiers...who were indicted for the murder committed in Kingstreet, on...the 5th of March last were arraigned at the...Superior Court... and...pleaded Not Guilty; but their trial...is put off till 23d of October next." Also has a full page engraving & report about a visit to the "dropping Cover" near, Salins, Scotland. Octavo-size, 52 pages, full title/index page has an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead. Little irregular at the spine, otherwise in nice condition. wikipedia notes: The Boston Massacre refers to an incident involving the deaths of five civilians at the hands of British troops on March 5, 1770, the legal aftermath of which helped spark the rebellion in some of the British colonies in America, which culminated in the American Revolution. A tense situation because of a heavy British military presence in Boston boiled over to incite brawls between soldiers and civilians and eventually led to troops discharging their muskets after being attacked by a rioting crowd. Three civilians were killed at the scene of the shooting, and two died after the incident.

560786

7.41.2009

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1772-07-08

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, dated July 8, 1772.  This issue is one of the rarer titles from Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. This issue features an except from a letter by Sir William Hamilton, reading in part:  "Soon after we had seated ourselves on the highest point of Mount Eatha, the Sune arose, and displayed a scene that surpasses all description..." Another letter sent from Warsaw, discusses the term for peace between the Russians and the Ottoman Empire.  The article spans from the bottom column 1 on page 2 to the middle of column 3. Page 3 gives a description of the Royal Company of Arches, and an announcement stating an impending meeting. This is a complete issue in four pages, in good condition with lite dirtiness at the foldline. A partial red tax stamp is at the lower corner of the front page. Background Information:  Sir William Hamilton, (December 13, 1730 – April 6, 1803) was a Scottish diplomat, antiquarian, archaeologist and vulcanologist. Hamilton was Britain's ambassador to the court of Naples from 1764 - 1800. During this time he studied local volcanic activity and earthquakes, and wrote a book on the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. He collected Greek vases and other antiquities, selling part of his collection to the British Museum in 1772. A small part of his second collection went down with HMS Colossus while being transported to Britain in 1798. The surviving part of the second collection was catalogued for sale at auction at Christies when at the eleventh hour Thomas Hope stepped in and purchased the remains of Hamilton's second collection of mostly South Italian vases. His other books include Antiquités étrusques, grecques et romaines (1766–67) and Observations on Mount Vesuvius (1772).  Source: Wikipedia

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, dated July 8, 1772. This issue is one of the rarer titles from Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. This issue features an except from a letter by Sir William Hamilton, reading in part: "Soon after we had seated ourselves on the highest point of Mount Eatha, the Sune arose, and displayed a scene that surpasses all description..." Another letter sent from Warsaw, discusses the term for peace between the Russians and the Ottoman Empire. The article spans from the bottom column 1 on page 2 to the middle of column 3. Page 3 gives a description of the Royal Company of Arches, and an announcement stating an impending meeting. This is a complete issue in four pages, in good condition with lite dirtiness at the foldline. A partial red tax stamp is at the lower corner of the front page. Background Information: Sir William Hamilton, (December 13, 1730 – April 6, 1803) was a Scottish diplomat, antiquarian, archaeologist and vulcanologist. Hamilton was Britain's ambassador to the court of Naples from 1764 - 1800. During this time he studied local volcanic activity and earthquakes, and wrote a book on the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. He collected Greek vases and other antiquities, selling part of his collection to the British Museum in 1772. A small part of his second collection went down with HMS Colossus while being transported to Britain in 1798. The surviving part of the second collection was catalogued for sale at auction at Christies when at the eleventh hour Thomas Hope stepped in and purchased the remains of Hamilton's second collection of mostly South Italian vases. His other books include Antiquités étrusques, grecques et romaines (1766–67) and Observations on Mount Vesuvius (1772). Source: Wikipedia

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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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1775-05-22

ENDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Edinburgh, Scotland, May 22, 1775 * John Cruger Jr. * Tax Man Tarred and Feathered The front page has: "The Representation and Remonstrance of the General Assembly of the Colony of New-York" addressed to Parliament, signed in type: John Cruger. The second page has a detailed letter from Duck Creek, Kent County, Md., that describes the tar and feathering of a tax gatherer. Other news of the day. Minor staining, otherwise in good condition. 4 pages.

ENDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Edinburgh, Scotland, May 22, 1775 * John Cruger Jr. * Tax Man Tarred and Feathered The front page has: "The Representation and Remonstrance of the General Assembly of the Colony of New-York" addressed to Parliament, signed in type: John Cruger. The second page has a detailed letter from Duck Creek, Kent County, Md., that describes the tar and feathering of a tax gatherer. Other news of the day. Minor staining, otherwise in good condition. 4 pages.

547943

6.62.2008

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1775-05-22

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 22, 1775  Most of the front page is taken up with: "The Representation and Remonstrance of the General Assembly of the Colony of New York". Page 2 has: "American Intelligence" which takes two-thirds of the first column, with reports from Charleston, Philadelphia and Boston (see for portions), the latter containing: "We are here on the most disagreeable service that perhaps British troops were ever sent on...they take every opportunity of shewing their dislike to the British troops..." (see). Four pages, small folio size, some minor margin tears & edge chipping, generally nice.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 22, 1775 Most of the front page is taken up with: "The Representation and Remonstrance of the General Assembly of the Colony of New York". Page 2 has: "American Intelligence" which takes two-thirds of the first column, with reports from Charleston, Philadelphia and Boston (see for portions), the latter containing: "We are here on the most disagreeable service that perhaps British troops were ever sent on...they take every opportunity of shewing their dislike to the British troops..." (see). Four pages, small folio size, some minor margin tears & edge chipping, generally nice.

565909

1.41.2010

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2009-12-11T13:16:24-05:00

British troops not wanted in Boston... cat172

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