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Early 1659 Newsbook...
217837
MERCURIUS POLITICUS, London, Dec. 29, 1659.
* Early 17th Century Newsbook
* 348 years old
* 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. Notabl
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$300.00
* Early 17th Century Newsbook
* 348 years old
* 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. Notabl
Early newsbook nearly 350 years old...
541817
MERCURIUS POLITICUS, London, England, December 29, 1659 Subtitled: "Comprising The Sum of Foreign Intelligence, with the Affairs now on foot in the Three Nations of England, Scotland, and Ireland, For Information of the People.", this complete, 16 page issue is one of the forerunners of today's newspaper, called "newsbooks", being smaller in size than a more typical newsp
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$365.00
Rare title from the 1600's...
120449
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE ESTATES IN SCOTLAND, London, 1689 The year of this issue is printed in the dateline of the lead article on the front page, as the dateline contains only the month and day (unusual). A quite rare title, singlesheet, and in very nice, untrimmed condition. An uncommon opportunity for a title which is rarely offered.
$139.00
Rare & early British title...
120714
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARLIAMENT IN SCOTLAND, London, 1689. A quite rare singlesheet newspaper from England, with the title outlining the content within. Historical reports as well, including a few advertisements. Measures about 8 by 12 inches, never trimmed with wide margins, nice condition. The year is found in the imprint at the bottom of the back page. The image shown ... See More
$139.00
Very rare variant title...
120716
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARLIAMENT IN SCOTLAND, DURING THEIR LATE SITTING; AND OF OTHER AFFAIRS RELATING TO THAT KINGDOM, London, Aug. 17, 1689 This is a quite rare title variation from "A Continuation of the Proceedings of the Parliament in Scotland", of which I have several, however I have only seen just this one issue with this lengthier title. Measures about 7 1/2 by 12 1/4 in... See More
$237.00
Rare Daniel DeFoe periodical...
207535
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 orig... See More
$61.00
Very displayable Edinburgh, Scotland newspaper...
207487
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 11, 1726 See the photo
below for one of the more beautiful, displayable mastheads of the 18th
century, featuring two woodblock engravings, one showing 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 engravin... See More
$117.00
Very early from Edinburgh...
207539
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 p... See More
$46.00
Slavery in Georgia?... Fire in Charleston...
121366
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, January, 1741
* Early 18th century British magazine
* Should slavery be allowed in Georgia?
* Horrible fire burns down Charleston, South Carolina
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 tidbit
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$27.00
* Early 18th century British magazine
* Should slavery be allowed in Georgia?
* Horrible fire burns down Charleston, South Carolina
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 tidbit
Slavery in Georgia?... Fire in Charleston...
221491
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, January, 1741
* Early 18th century British magazine
* Should slavery be allowed in Georgia?
* Horrible fire burns down Charleston, South Carolina
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 tidbit
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$27.00
* Early 18th century British magazine
* Should slavery be allowed in Georgia?
* Horrible fire burns down Charleston, South Carolina
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 tidbit
From the Jacobite Rebellion...
204451
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.
$26.00
From during the Jacobite Rebellion...
207537
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 rath... See More
$50.00
Saint Martin Island in 1745....
218119
CALEDONIAN MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, June 6, 1745.
* St. Martin Island report from 18th century Philadelphia Pennsylvania
A front page report from Philadelphia says: ...we learn, that the Island of St. Martin was taken by 7 Sail of French Privateers; and that Admiral Davers...arrived with the Fleet from England... ordered the Privateers that were there to go with some of the
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$59.00
* St. Martin Island report from 18th century Philadelphia Pennsylvania
A front page report from Philadelphia says: ...we learn, that the Island of St. Martin was taken by 7 Sail of French Privateers; and that Admiral Davers...arrived with the Fleet from England... ordered the Privateers that were there to go with some of the
Early Jamaica in 1745....
217278
CALEDONIAN MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, June 11, 1745.
* Early Jamaica
* Early Jamaica
* 1745
A front page report under London says: ...a strong Squadron of Men of War will soon sail to Jamaica, at the Request of the Merchants of this City, trading there, to protect that Island, being apprehensive of the French having a Design upon that Place. Other news with a red tax stamp and a
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$49.00
On the Jacobite Rebellion...
542159
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 12, 1746 Over half of pg. 2 is taken up with reports under the heading: "Edinburgh" with some talk of events relating to the Jacobite Rebellion (see photos), including: "...The Rebels have passed Tay Bridge & it is supposed are retreating to Ruthven...Another part of them is said to be marching towards Loch Tay...By a letter fr... See More
$56.00
Early New England in 1746...
217541
CALEDONIAN MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, Oct. 23, 1746.
* Early America mention - Early Edinburg Scotland 18th century periodical - Nice tax stamp
3 has an item: ...we learn, that a Ship belonging to Boston in New England, Capt. Emmet was cast away in the Bay of Soul, being her first voyage, bound for Holland...eight of the Men were saved, the Captain and Mate perished. Other news o
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$42.00
* Early America mention - Early Edinburg Scotland 18th century periodical - Nice tax stamp
3 has an item: ...we learn, that a Ship belonging to Boston in New England, Capt. Emmet was cast away in the Bay of Soul, being her first voyage, bound for Holland...eight of the Men were saved, the Captain and Mate perished. Other news o
Torture Device...
204106
GENTLEMANS 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... See More
$52.00
Creating the new colony of Georgia.. Judaica... Franklin's lightning rod....
220346
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1756 Contains 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 & enterprisin... See More
$78.00
Printed by Benjamin Franklin...
542379
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Oct. 25, 1753 A quite early colonial newspaper published by none other than the world famous Benjamin Franklin, although the "advertising leaf" which appeared with this issue, and upon which was the imprint of "B. Franklin", is not here as it was typically not bound with the issue since it carried only ads. This is one of the ... See More
$400.00
Terrific, large 1757 map of England and Wales...
215866
* Great 1757 map of England and Wales Here is a terrific & 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 ... See More $155.00
From during the French & Indian War...
208979
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 inche... See More
$31.00
Empress Elizabeth of Russia Dies...
209464
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 Emperior 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, neve... See More
$29.00
From the year of the Stamp Act...
204516
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 a... See More
$27.00
Virginia awaits Parliament's response on taxation...
215539
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, June 8, 1770.
* Revenue Act in Virginia
* Taxation
* Revenue Act in Virginia
* Taxation
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 the
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$31.00
Boston Massacre Defendants Plead "Not Guilty"...
220381
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 Superi
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$55.00
* 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 Superi
Boston Massacre defendants pleade "not guilty"... Two plates...
220382
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 Su
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Captain Cook's voyage to the South Seas...
1771 Pre Revolutionary War Issue...
121524
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1771 (no map - inconsequential to the key content).* Pre-Revolutionary War magazine
* Much on Captain Cook's voyage to the South Seas in the Endeavour
A very nice 18th century 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. Th... See More $89.00
Great wealth of early Revolutionary War content...
542370
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, July 12, 1775 This issue has a great wealth of American content from the very beginning of the Revolutionary War.. Most of pg. 2 is taken up with American news, too much to mention here in their entirety but a few reports include: "...carried some provisions to Providence for the use of the Boston Provincials..." "In Provincial Congress... See More
$74.00
Washington named Commander-In-Chief...
542574
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 16, 1775 Half a column on the ftpg. is taken up with a report headed: "America" with a Williamsburg, Virginia dateline, mostly being: "...joint address of the Hon. council & House of burgesses of Virginia..." which concern the raiding of the arsenal at Williamsburg by the colonists which was a hotly disputed incident at th... See More
$98.00
On the Olive Branch Petition... Setting the tone for war...
542649
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 21, 1775 A nice issue from the early part of the Revolutionary War with a page 3 address of Congress to the King which relates to the Olive Branch Petition. It is prefaced with: "The Twelve United Colonies of America, by their delegates in Congess, have sent over another very long address to...Great Britain dated July 8th 1775, in which they com... See More
$97.00
British advance upon Philadelphia...
221430
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 6, 1777.
* Howe advances upon Philadelphia
* Colonists are stubbornly successful
* Howe advances upon Philadelphia
* Colonists are stubbornly successful
Page 23 includes a "Letter form New York to a Gentleman in Glasgow" includes: "The provinces to the north of this & the five southern ones continue very violent still, and intend making a stout resistance in the spring...Before the defeat of the Hessians, many
Loyalists in New York City...
215100
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Jan. 3, 1780
* Revolutionary War reports
* Loyalists in New York City
The front page has a letter from the citizens of New York to the British general in charge, James Pattison, which is essentially a letter of support from the Loyalists in the town and their hope he will: "...establish for our welfare & security prodent regulations..." and mor
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$51.00
* Revolutionary War reports
* Loyalists in New York City
The front page has a letter from the citizens of New York to the British general in charge, James Pattison, which is essentially a letter of support from the Loyalists in the town and their hope he will: "...establish for our welfare & security prodent regulations..." and mor
The siege of Atlanta & news from John Paul Jones...
545090
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Jan. 8, 1780 Pg. 2 contains a report on John Paul Jones from shortly after his historic naval battle, which includes: "Paul Jones sailed out of the Texel for France last Monday...Jones has left his prisoners, to the number of 500, on board a Dutch man of war in the Texel, to be exchanged...few days before Paul Jones sailed from the Texel, he perf
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$98.00
The Revolutionary War in the South...
210656
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 1, 1780 Page 2 has a nice letter from the New York Mercury newspaper which begins: "Last Tuesday night a party of the British troops embarked at Spithim Devil...& proceeded 12 miles up the North River...& surprised a body of the rebel troops...the troops returned to their post at King's Bridge yesterday...on Wed. evening a detachment of the roya... See More
$76.00
Ship crew wanted for attacking America vessels in 1782.....
217443
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Edinburgh, Scotland, May 15, 1782.
* Ship crew wanted for attacking America vessels ad
* Revolutionary War era
The front page has a nice ad (see inset) seeking Seaman And Landmen to serve on two privateers. Has engravings of the two privateer vessels, plus details about the weaponry of each, with mention that one ...is a most capital ship, and during h
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$54.00
* Ship crew wanted for attacking America vessels ad
* Revolutionary War era
The front page has a nice ad (see inset) seeking Seaman And Landmen to serve on two privateers. Has engravings of the two privateer vessels, plus details about the weaponry of each, with mention that one ...is a most capital ship, and during h
1784 George Washington Farewell Address....
211482
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Edinburgh, Scotland, Jan. 3, 1784 Taking
1 1/2 columns on pg. 2 are: General Washingtons Farewell Orders to the
Armies of the United States (see inset). The orders, delivered by the
Adjutant General, Edward Hand, express Washingtons gratitude and more,
stating in part: He presents his thanks, in the most serious and
affectionate manner, to the General Officers..... See More
$498.00
Throwing firecrackers a Jewish tradition?...
212375
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Oct. 13, 1784 Page 2 contains a report reading:
"On
Thursday evening about six o'clock as some boys were diverting
themselves with throwning squibs round a small bonfire in Duke's Place,
it being a kind of holiday among the Jews, a person who keeps a
coffee-house near the place being much exasperated at their behaviour
took a loaded blunderbuss &am... See More
$44.00
Large ship advertisments in 1785...
217909
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Edinburgh, Scotland, dated March 23, 1785.
* Unusally large illustrated shipping ads
* 18th century original
Front page has seven unussally large illustrated ship advertisements. Front page also has a partial red-inked tax stamp in the lower right corner. News of the day. Some lite rubbing, with a bit in two of the ship ads, otherwise in ni
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$31.00
* Unusally large illustrated shipping ads
* 18th century original
Front page has seven unussally large illustrated ship advertisements. Front page also has a partial red-inked tax stamp in the lower right corner. News of the day. Some lite rubbing, with a bit in two of the ship ads, otherwise in ni
Edinburgh Scotland, 1785....
217464
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, April 18, 1785.
* Edinburgh, Scotland
The front page has: A description of a West-India Island, dated at Grenada, as it strikes a European at the first sight. A rather vivid account taking almost a half column. Other news of the day. Front page has a partial red-inked tax stamp in the lower right corner. A few traces of foxing, otherwise
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$45.00
* Edinburgh, Scotland
The front page has: A description of a West-India Island, dated at Grenada, as it strikes a European at the first sight. A rather vivid account taking almost a half column. Other news of the day. Front page has a partial red-inked tax stamp in the lower right corner. A few traces of foxing, otherwise
Decorative masthead from Aberdeen, Scotland...
208086
ABERDEEN JOURNAL, Scotland, 1791 This is one of the first titles we've had the opportunity to offer from Aberdeen, and nice that it has a decorative engraving in the masthead (see photo). Folio size & complete in 4 pages, filled with news of the day & a wealth of ads. A handsome issue in nice condition. The photo below is generic & the date you receive will be slightlly different altho... See More
$31.00
18th century Scottish newspaper...
208424
THE CALEDONIAN MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, 1791 A nice newspapers from the late 1700's carrying various news of the day and a wealth of ads. The entire front page is taken up with ads, a few of which are illustrated. Nice engraving in the middle of the masthead showing the "mercury" figure. Folio size, complete in 4 pages, somc scattered browning or foxing, generally in good condition. The photo... See More
$21.00
Circus...
544418
THE CALEDONIAN MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, April 7, 1791.* Uncommon title
* Circus
* Red Tax Stamp
* Original 18th century original
A nice newspapers from the late 1700's carrying various news of the day and a wealth of ads. The entire front page is taken up with ads, a few of which are illustrated. Nice engraving in the middle of the masthead showing the "mercury" figu... See More $21.00
Jews in France and Poland...
212380
THE CALEDONIAN MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, Aug. 9, 1792 Page 2
contains a rather lengthy article concerning the Jews in Poland, the
full text seen in the photos below, with portions including:
"The Jews, you must be well acquainted, are above one million in number
in Poland...The Jews in France were soon penetrated with admiration and
respect on beholding the multiplied acts of justice ... See More
$59.00
The Arrival and Departure of The Swallows..
121423
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE from London England. This magazine is dated: November, 1792 and is about 55 pages in length. The front page of this issue has a nice masthead of St. John's Gate and contains news & stories from around the world during this very early time in history.
This issue contains content, ads, and headlines which are not pictured, including: "Continuation of Two Months Tour in... See More
$28.00
George Washington letter...
541965
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Oct. 12, 1793 The entire ftpg. is taken up with ads. Among the pg. 3 items has: "Letter from General Washington to Nicholas Cruger, Chairman of the meeting of the Citizens of New York", being his thanks to the governor of New York for his support of neutrality. The letter is signed in type: Geo. Washington. Complete in 4 pgs., folio size, so... See More
$36.00
Shorest Woman in the World ad in 1794....
217610
CALEDONIAN MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, March 13, 1794.
* Curiosity ad - shortest woman in the world
The front page has a notice announcing an exhibition of Anna Fontaine, The Wonderful Italian Lady described as the ...shortest women in the world....She is only 28 inches high, 42 years of age, born without hands, arms, or legs, except stumps from her shoulders... Says she can
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$27.00
* Curiosity ad - shortest woman in the world
The front page has a notice announcing an exhibition of Anna Fontaine, The Wonderful Italian Lady described as the ...shortest women in the world....She is only 28 inches high, 42 years of age, born without hands, arms, or legs, except stumps from her shoulders... Says she can
18th century Glasgow, Scotland...
207651
THE GLASGOW COURIER, Scotland, 1799 An uncommon late 18th century title from Scotland, as Edinburgh issues are more typically found. Various news of the day on pages 1, 2 & 3 with the back page mostly taken up with ads, and other ads scattered on page 3 as well. Folio-size, complete in 4 pages, a few small binding holes at the blank spine margin, and a partial red-inked tax stamp at the top of... See More
$27.00
1801 Boulogne Attack - Lord Nelson...
213177
MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 14, 1801.
* Attack Of Boulogne
* 1801 Lord Nelson
On page 2 under British Official Account of the Second attack at Boulogne is a detailed letter, signed in type: Nelson & Bronte. First leaf is trimmed a bit close at the top, occasional foxing. Other news of the day includes: "Murder" "Scotland" "Pennsylvania" and more. Several int
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$28.00
* Attack Of Boulogne
* 1801 Lord Nelson
On page 2 under British Official Account of the Second attack at Boulogne is a detailed letter, signed in type: Nelson & Bronte. First leaf is trimmed a bit close at the top, occasional foxing. Other news of the day includes: "Murder" "Scotland" "Pennsylvania" and more. Several int