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LONDON GAZETTE, from London, England, dated October 21, 1686 * 17th century original * Slave trade * Spanish Galleys A front page report from "Genoa" says: * This week parted from hence the Spanish Gallies, that lately arrived in this Port, for Naples, with 150 slaves sent by the Governor of Milan, to serve in the Gallies of that Kingdom Other European news of the day. Single sheet, bit of staining in the lower margin, otherwise very nice.

LONDON GAZETTE, from London, England, dated October 21, 1686 * 17th century original * Slave trade * Spanish Galleys A front page report from "Genoa" says: * This week parted from hence the Spanish Gallies, that lately arrived in this Port, for Naples, with 150 slaves sent by the Governor of Milan, to serve in the Gallies of that Kingdom Other European news of the day. Single sheet, bit of staining in the lower margin, otherwise very nice.

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<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, September, 1738 * Early 18th century British magazine * Importation of iron from America 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: "Reasons forf a Standing Army after the Revolution" "Passage from a Celebrated Patriot" "Rates of Pay & Subsisgtence of Officers on the English Establishment" "Matrimony in Old Women Ridiculed" "Mr. Moore's Account of the Negro Kings" and more. One of the articles which takes most of a column is headed: "How far the Importation of Iron from America Ought to be Prohibited?" (see photos). One pg. has an interesting engraving of the moon (see). Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the articles briefly notes: "They began to drive piles in the Thames for the foundation of the first pier of the new bridge from Westminister to Lambeth". Complete in 54 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 called for in this issue.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, September, 1738 * Early 18th century British magazine * Importation of iron from America 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: "Reasons forf a Standing Army after the Revolution" "Passage from a Celebrated Patriot" "Rates of Pay & Subsisgtence of Officers on the English Establishment" "Matrimony in Old Women Ridiculed" "Mr. Moore's Account of the Negro Kings" and more. One of the articles which takes most of a column is headed: "How far the Importation of Iron from America Ought to be Prohibited?" (see photos). One pg. has an interesting engraving of the moon (see). Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the articles briefly notes: "They began to drive piles in the Thames for the foundation of the first pier of the new bridge from Westminister to Lambeth". Complete in 54 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 called for in this issue.

549770

8.47.2008

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<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, May, 1739   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: "Conclusion of the Case of Martin Guerre" "Beasts Probably Spoke Before the Fall" "A Private Conversation of Mr. Whitefield" "Searching the British Ships not given up by Spain" "Sentiments of an American Savage Concerning Matrimony" (see photos) "A Cure for the Gout" and more. Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the reports is datelined: "Jamaica" and notes: "There has been a smart engagement in this island between the Negroes...and two parties of soldiers under Capt. Gutteridge & Lt. Sadler assisted by a great number of the natives call'd Shots; several were kill'd & wounded on both sides..." 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. Measures about 5 by 8 inches.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, May, 1739 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: "Conclusion of the Case of Martin Guerre" "Beasts Probably Spoke Before the Fall" "A Private Conversation of Mr. Whitefield" "Searching the British Ships not given up by Spain" "Sentiments of an American Savage Concerning Matrimony" (see photos) "A Cure for the Gout" and more. Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the reports is datelined: "Jamaica" and notes: "There has been a smart engagement in this island between the Negroes...and two parties of soldiers under Capt. Gutteridge & Lt. Sadler assisted by a great number of the natives call'd Shots; several were kill'd & wounded on both sides..." 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. Measures about 5 by 8 inches.

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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1740 One of the prime features of this issue is the very nice map headed: "Plan of the City of Havanah" in Cuba with various portions of it labeled (see photo). There is also a nice map of Porto Bello (Caribbean coast of Panama) with various landmarks labeled (see photo) and much text on it as well. Plus this issue has a detailed account taking over a full page of a Carolina slave insurrection inspired by the Spanish promise of freedom to all black Americans who can escape to Florida, with mention of General Oglethorpe.  Also:  "The Crown of England's Title to America prior to that of Spain" and an  item from Naples: "The King's Edict in Favor of the Jews". A complete issue of 40+ page with the full title/index page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate. In great condition.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1740 One of the prime features of this issue is the very nice map headed: "Plan of the City of Havanah" in Cuba with various portions of it labeled (see photo). There is also a nice map of Porto Bello (Caribbean coast of Panama) with various landmarks labeled (see photo) and much text on it as well. Plus this issue has a detailed account taking over a full page of a Carolina slave insurrection inspired by the Spanish promise of freedom to all black Americans who can escape to Florida, with mention of General Oglethorpe. Also: "The Crown of England's Title to America prior to that of Spain" and an item from Naples: "The King's Edict in Favor of the Jews". A complete issue of 40+ page with the full title/index page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate. In great condition.

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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, July, 1740 (no map included).  This was the very first publication to use the word "magazine" in the title. This successful publication enjoyed a long & well respected life having been published from 1731 through 1907. Among the interesting articles in this issue is one on the Guinea slave trade. This issue contains a wide variety of other content including literary items, political affairs, news reports, various essays, and other tidbits.  The issue includes the full title/index page which features a nice engraving of St. John's Gate. Complete in 40+ pages, measuring about 5 by 8 inches and in nice condition. This issue does NOT contain any map.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, July, 1740 (no map included). This was the very first publication to use the word "magazine" in the title. This successful publication enjoyed a long & well respected life having been published from 1731 through 1907. Among the interesting articles in this issue is one on the Guinea slave trade. This issue contains a wide variety of other content including literary items, political affairs, news reports, various essays, and other tidbits. The issue includes the full title/index page which features a nice engraving of St. John's Gate. Complete in 40+ pages, measuring about 5 by 8 inches and in nice condition. This issue does NOT contain any map.

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1740-07-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1740  This 40 page magazine has the full title/index page with a nice engraving of St. John's Gate. One of the prime features of this issue is the nice foldout map titled: "An Exact Draught of the Castle of San Lorenzo & Village & River of Chagre..." which is in present-day Panama (see photos). There is also a related article on this as well. This foldout map measures about 6 1/2 by 8 inches, is in excellent condition. Also included is another map which is very rarely found, titled: "A View of the Town and Castle of St. Augustine, & the English Camp before June 20, 1740." which is a beautiful piece (see photos), showing a rather close-up print of the vicinity and the various ships in the Matanza River and the harbor. This foldout print, which measures about 12 by 7 inches, is separate from the magazine. Due to some loss at the right side, bottom half, a small portion is present in facsimile, done on genuine 17th century paper, affecting a small portion of one of the ships and the border to the bottom half of the right side (see photos).  The bottom quadrant of the map is a key to the map with accompanying text concerning the siege of St. Augustine (see photos). And there is an article in the magazine relating to the map as well. Very displayable! Among the other interesting articles in this issue is one on the Guinea slave trade. The magazine measures about 5 1/4 by 8 1/2 inches, is complete but lacking the full title/index page. Otherwise in nice condition.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1740 This 40 page magazine has the full title/index page with a nice engraving of St. John's Gate. One of the prime features of this issue is the nice foldout map titled: "An Exact Draught of the Castle of San Lorenzo & Village & River of Chagre..." which is in present-day Panama (see photos). There is also a related article on this as well. This foldout map measures about 6 1/2 by 8 inches, is in excellent condition. Also included is another map which is very rarely found, titled: "A View of the Town and Castle of St. Augustine, & the English Camp before June 20, 1740." which is a beautiful piece (see photos), showing a rather close-up print of the vicinity and the various ships in the Matanza River and the harbor. This foldout print, which measures about 12 by 7 inches, is separate from the magazine. Due to some loss at the right side, bottom half, a small portion is present in facsimile, done on genuine 17th century paper, affecting a small portion of one of the ships and the border to the bottom half of the right side (see photos). The bottom quadrant of the map is a key to the map with accompanying text concerning the siege of St. Augustine (see photos). And there is an article in the magazine relating to the map as well. Very displayable! Among the other interesting articles in this issue is one on the Guinea slave trade. The magazine measures about 5 1/4 by 8 1/2 inches, is complete but lacking the full title/index page. Otherwise in nice condition.

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<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1740 * Terrific & large foldout map of the "Western Ocean"...   Another map from Panama 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. Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "A New Map or Chart of the Western or Atlantic Ocean, with part of Europe, Africa, and America: Shewing the Course of the Galleons, Flota etc. to and from the West Indies." This map shows the majority of the Atlantic Ocean as well as all of England, Spain, portions of France and Western Africa, the Canary Islands, the Azores, and the eastern portion of the Caribbean Islands, a bit of South America, and all of Newfoundland & the surrounding islands. There is a very large & exceedingly decorative engraving at the top of the map showing "Robert Blake, Admiral of England" and "Edward Vernon, Esq., Vice Admiral of the Blue" (see the many photos). The map shows considerable detail including the names of towns in Europe & Africa. The map measures about 14 by 12 inches. It is in uncommonly nice condition as such maps are typically torn with much wear. There was a tear across the center which was expertly repaired from the reverse, almost unnoticeable from the front (see photos). This would be a beautiful item for display. This map is referenced in the title/index pg., verifying the date & that it belongs to this issue (see). An article in this issue is titled: "Articles of Capitulation granted by Edward Vernon...in the West Indies to Don Juan Carlos...of the Castle of St. Lorenzo, at the Mouth of the River Chagre." Accompanying this article is a nice foldout map titled: "An Exact Draught of the Castle of San Lorenzo & Village & River of Chagre..." which is in present-day Panama (see photos). This map folds out to measure 6 by 7 1/4 in. and is in great condition (see). Among the articles noted in the Table of Contents are: "Destructive Effects of War" "Why we are at War with Iberia" "War Preferable to the Peace we Enjoy'd" "The Embargoes absolutely Necessary" "Our Constitution Endangered by our Immense Debts" "Nature & Injustice of the Negro Trade inquired into..." "Remark Upon Milton's Paradise Lost" "Opinion of the High Admiral of Spain of an Expedition of Sir F. Drake's" & more. Near the back is a report which includes: "As to the progress of the war against the Spaniards at Fort St. Augustine...we have to add that the Castle was bomb proof, the walls 50 foot high & that the Spaniards had poison'd the waters about it...the place will not long hold out against the good conduct & bravery of General Oglethorpe. Some ships just arrived bring account that he was made himself master of it..." with more (see). Complete in 40 pgs. with full title/index page.  The magazine measures 5 by 8 inches and is in very nice condition. As noted above, the two maps are also uncommonly nice.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1740 * Terrific & large foldout map of the "Western Ocean"... Another map from Panama 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. Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "A New Map or Chart of the Western or Atlantic Ocean, with part of Europe, Africa, and America: Shewing the Course of the Galleons, Flota etc. to and from the West Indies." This map shows the majority of the Atlantic Ocean as well as all of England, Spain, portions of France and Western Africa, the Canary Islands, the Azores, and the eastern portion of the Caribbean Islands, a bit of South America, and all of Newfoundland & the surrounding islands. There is a very large & exceedingly decorative engraving at the top of the map showing "Robert Blake, Admiral of England" and "Edward Vernon, Esq., Vice Admiral of the Blue" (see the many photos). The map shows considerable detail including the names of towns in Europe & Africa. The map measures about 14 by 12 inches. It is in uncommonly nice condition as such maps are typically torn with much wear. There was a tear across the center which was expertly repaired from the reverse, almost unnoticeable from the front (see photos). This would be a beautiful item for display. This map is referenced in the title/index pg., verifying the date & that it belongs to this issue (see). An article in this issue is titled: "Articles of Capitulation granted by Edward Vernon...in the West Indies to Don Juan Carlos...of the Castle of St. Lorenzo, at the Mouth of the River Chagre." Accompanying this article is a nice foldout map titled: "An Exact Draught of the Castle of San Lorenzo & Village & River of Chagre..." which is in present-day Panama (see photos). This map folds out to measure 6 by 7 1/4 in. and is in great condition (see). Among the articles noted in the Table of Contents are: "Destructive Effects of War" "Why we are at War with Iberia" "War Preferable to the Peace we Enjoy'd" "The Embargoes absolutely Necessary" "Our Constitution Endangered by our Immense Debts" "Nature & Injustice of the Negro Trade inquired into..." "Remark Upon Milton's Paradise Lost" "Opinion of the High Admiral of Spain of an Expedition of Sir F. Drake's" & more. Near the back is a report which includes: "As to the progress of the war against the Spaniards at Fort St. Augustine...we have to add that the Castle was bomb proof, the walls 50 foot high & that the Spaniards had poison'd the waters about it...the place will not long hold out against the good conduct & bravery of General Oglethorpe. Some ships just arrived bring account that he was made himself master of it..." with more (see). Complete in 40 pgs. with full title/index page. The magazine measures 5 by 8 inches and is in very nice condition. As noted above, the two maps are also uncommonly nice.

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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1740 * Castle of San Lorenzo map * River of Chagre, Panama This 40 page magazine has the full title/index page with a nice engraving of St. John's Gate. One of the prime features of this issue is the nice foldout map titled: * An Exact Draught of the Castle of San Lorenzo & Village & River of Chagre..." which is in present-day Panama (see photos). There is also a related article on this as well. This foldout map measures about 6 1/2 by 8 inches, and is in excellent condition. Among the other interesting articles in this issue is one on the Guinea slave trade. The magazine measures about 5 by 8 1/4 inches and is also in excellent condition. This issue contains only ONE of the maps - that of Chagre.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1740 * Castle of San Lorenzo map * River of Chagre, Panama This 40 page magazine has the full title/index page with a nice engraving of St. John's Gate. One of the prime features of this issue is the nice foldout map titled: * An Exact Draught of the Castle of San Lorenzo & Village & River of Chagre..." which is in present-day Panama (see photos). There is also a related article on this as well. This foldout map measures about 6 1/2 by 8 inches, and is in excellent condition. Among the other interesting articles in this issue is one on the Guinea slave trade. The magazine measures about 5 by 8 1/4 inches and is also in excellent condition. This issue contains only ONE of the maps - that of Chagre.

553190

2.75.2008

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<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1741 * Early 18th century British magazine * map of Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Poland, etc. * various content on America * slave insurrection in New York 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. Within this issue is an article: "Of the Office of Auditor of the Revenue in America" which includes: "I am a native of New England & having read in your paper...The state of importance of the American colonies is so little understood or regarded...it would be better for England if all the Plantations were at the bottom of the sea, tho' they have brought in so many millions to England..." with much more, taking over a full pg. of text (see photos for portions). A feature of this issue is the full page map headed: "Map of Germany and Sweden" but it also includes portions of Hungary, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Russia, Prussia, France, and Italy (see photos) with various city locations noted as well. "Extract from the Speech of Hon. George Clark...Commander in Chief of the Colony of New York to the General Assembly of that Colony" which takes most of a pg. with a portion including: "...as to this province, a jealousy which for some years has obtained in England, that the Plantations are not without thoughts of throwing off their dependence on the Crown of England. I hope & believe no man in this Province has any such intention..." with more (see for portions). Another report in this issue is headed: "Extract of a Letter from New York" and includes: "...was discovered to have engaged the Negroes in a general conspiracy & provided them with long knives and fire arms. Their design was to fire the town in different parts & then to rise and murder the white people. Two negroes were executed for it..." with more on this attempted slave insurrection (see). Other items in this issue include: * "Account of the First Establishment of the Dutch at Java" * "Advantages of Making Conquests in America & that we Ought not to be intimidated by France" takes over a full pg. * "The King of Sweden's Declaration of War against the Czar of Russia" 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. Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe Complete in 54 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. No plates called for in this issue.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1741 * Early 18th century British magazine * map of Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Poland, etc. * various content on America * slave insurrection in New York 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. Within this issue is an article: "Of the Office of Auditor of the Revenue in America" which includes: "I am a native of New England & having read in your paper...The state of importance of the American colonies is so little understood or regarded...it would be better for England if all the Plantations were at the bottom of the sea, tho' they have brought in so many millions to England..." with much more, taking over a full pg. of text (see photos for portions). A feature of this issue is the full page map headed: "Map of Germany and Sweden" but it also includes portions of Hungary, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Russia, Prussia, France, and Italy (see photos) with various city locations noted as well. "Extract from the Speech of Hon. George Clark...Commander in Chief of the Colony of New York to the General Assembly of that Colony" which takes most of a pg. with a portion including: "...as to this province, a jealousy which for some years has obtained in England, that the Plantations are not without thoughts of throwing off their dependence on the Crown of England. I hope & believe no man in this Province has any such intention..." with more (see for portions). Another report in this issue is headed: "Extract of a Letter from New York" and includes: "...was discovered to have engaged the Negroes in a general conspiracy & provided them with long knives and fire arms. Their design was to fire the town in different parts & then to rise and murder the white people. Two negroes were executed for it..." with more on this attempted slave insurrection (see). Other items in this issue include: * "Account of the First Establishment of the Dutch at Java" * "Advantages of Making Conquests in America & that we Ought not to be intimidated by France" takes over a full pg. * "The King of Sweden's Declaration of War against the Czar of Russia" 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. Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe Complete in 54 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. No plates called for in this issue.

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1741-08-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1741 * Early 18th century British magazine... * map of Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Poland, etc. * slave insurrection in New York... 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. Within this issue is an article: "Of the Office of Auditor of the Revenue in America" which includes: "I am a native of New England & having read in your paper...The state of importance of the American colonies is so little understood or regarded...it would be better for England if all the Plantations were at the bottom of the sea, tho' they have brought in so many millions to England..." with much more, taking over a full pg. of text (see photos for portions). A feature of this issue is the full page map headed: "Map of Germany and Sweden" but it also includes portions of Hungary, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Russia, Prussia, France, and Italy (see photos) with various city locations noted as well. "Extract from the Speech of Hon. George Clark...Commander in Chief of the Colony of New York to the General Assembly of that Colony" which takes most of a pg. with a portion including: "...as to this province, a jealousy which for some years has obtained in England, that the Plantations are not without tehoughts of throwing off their dependence on the Crown of England. I hope & believe no man in this jProvince has any such intention..." with more (see for portions). Another report in this issue is headed: "Extract of a Letter from New York" and includes: "...was discovered to have engaged the Negroes in a general conspiracy & provided them with long knives and fire arms. Their design was to fire the town in different parts & then to rise and murder the white people. Two negroes were executed for it..." with more on this attempted slave insurrection (see). Other items in this issue include: * "Account of the First Establishment of the Dutch at Java" * "Advantages of Making Conquests in America & that we Ought not to be intimidated by France" takes over a full pg. * "The King of Sweden's Declaration of War against the Czar of Russia" 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. Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe Complete in 54 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamp at the bottom of 2 pages do not deter readability.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. No plates called for in this issue.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1741 * Early 18th century British magazine... * map of Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Poland, etc. * slave insurrection in New York... 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. Within this issue is an article: "Of the Office of Auditor of the Revenue in America" which includes: "I am a native of New England & having read in your paper...The state of importance of the American colonies is so little understood or regarded...it would be better for England if all the Plantations were at the bottom of the sea, tho' they have brought in so many millions to England..." with much more, taking over a full pg. of text (see photos for portions). A feature of this issue is the full page map headed: "Map of Germany and Sweden" but it also includes portions of Hungary, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Russia, Prussia, France, and Italy (see photos) with various city locations noted as well. "Extract from the Speech of Hon. George Clark...Commander in Chief of the Colony of New York to the General Assembly of that Colony" which takes most of a pg. with a portion including: "...as to this province, a jealousy which for some years has obtained in England, that the Plantations are not without tehoughts of throwing off their dependence on the Crown of England. I hope & believe no man in this jProvince has any such intention..." with more (see for portions). Another report in this issue is headed: "Extract of a Letter from New York" and includes: "...was discovered to have engaged the Negroes in a general conspiracy & provided them with long knives and fire arms. Their design was to fire the town in different parts & then to rise and murder the white people. Two negroes were executed for it..." with more on this attempted slave insurrection (see). Other items in this issue include: * "Account of the First Establishment of the Dutch at Java" * "Advantages of Making Conquests in America & that we Ought not to be intimidated by France" takes over a full pg. * "The King of Sweden's Declaration of War against the Czar of Russia" 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. Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe Complete in 54 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamp at the bottom of 2 pages do not deter readability. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. No plates called for in this issue.

543872

6.44.2008

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1757-06-16

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, PA, June 16, 1757  * The famous Benjamin Franklin newspaper  * Chance to buy at a minimal price  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. On page 2 under "Williamsburg" is a report about a conference between an Agent of Indian Affairs and the leaders of the Catawba Indian nation. Includes a speech made by "King Heigler", the leader of the Catawbas, and the reply of the Indian Agent. Also has a report about a reward given for the scalps of two Indian boys. Page 3 has several notices for military deserters, plus ad offering a reward for a runaway "...Negro Man, named Christmas...". Has an ornate engraving in the masthead. Trimmed a bit uneven at the top, some lite foxing. A great opportunity for a newspaper owned and printed by Benjamin Franklin without the much higher price commanded by issues with the imprint. Note: A photocopy of the page from the book "Benjamin Franklin's Philadelphia Printing" is included, verifying this issue was printed by Ben Franklin.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, PA, June 16, 1757 * The famous Benjamin Franklin newspaper * Chance to buy at a minimal price 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. On page 2 under "Williamsburg" is a report about a conference between an Agent of Indian Affairs and the leaders of the Catawba Indian nation. Includes a speech made by "King Heigler", the leader of the Catawbas, and the reply of the Indian Agent. Also has a report about a reward given for the scalps of two Indian boys. Page 3 has several notices for military deserters, plus ad offering a reward for a runaway "...Negro Man, named Christmas...". Has an ornate engraving in the masthead. Trimmed a bit uneven at the top, some lite foxing. A great opportunity for a newspaper owned and printed by Benjamin Franklin without the much higher price commanded by issues with the imprint. Note: A photocopy of the page from the book "Benjamin Franklin's Philadelphia Printing" is included, verifying this issue was printed by Ben Franklin.

554188

9.65.2008

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1763-06-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June 1763 * 1763 map of the United States * Slave insurrection in the West Indies 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. Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map which shows the greater portion of colonial America in 1763, showing from the Great Lakes to most of Florida, to New Mexico, to the upper portions of "Louisiana" (see photos). The accompanying article, which takes over 3 pgs., is titled: "Some Account of Louisiana, or the Western Ports of Virginia and Carolina, & of the Countries that lie on both sides the Mississippi, where a Colony from the Plantations is actually now Forming." The article is very description (photos show only portions) noting that this large expanse is divided into four parts: "The sea-coast" "The lower Louisiana, or Western part of Carolina" "The upper Louisiana, or Western part of Virginia" and "The Mississippi" with much about the topography and the crops of each region, particularly maize, tobacco, indigo and cotton. The map measures 8 by 10 inches, has just a slight bit of foxing to the right edge, otherwise is in very nice, clean condition. This map is noted on the title/index page as well. The Louisiana text is followed by a report: "...about a proposal to settle "a very extensive colony upon the finest part of the Ohio". (see) In the "Historical Chronicle" which contains various news items, is a report beginning: "An insurrection of the negroes has lately happened in Berbice, one of the Dutch settlements in the West Indies...affirms that the negroes, to the number of 3000, had murdered most of the whites..." with more (see). Other items of interest in this issue include:  "A Curious Contrivance for Extinguishing Fire" "Method of Destroying Caterpillars"  "Tax Upon Beer Defended"  "A General History of Religion--The Indian devotion to Rivers--Jewish Sectaries, how Produced" Complete in 52 pgs. with full title/index page. The noted map is the only plate called for in this issue.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, small binding slits at the blank spine margin not affecting text, generally  in very nice condition.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June 1763 * 1763 map of the United States * Slave insurrection in the West Indies 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. Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map which shows the greater portion of colonial America in 1763, showing from the Great Lakes to most of Florida, to New Mexico, to the upper portions of "Louisiana" (see photos). The accompanying article, which takes over 3 pgs., is titled: "Some Account of Louisiana, or the Western Ports of Virginia and Carolina, & of the Countries that lie on both sides the Mississippi, where a Colony from the Plantations is actually now Forming." The article is very description (photos show only portions) noting that this large expanse is divided into four parts: "The sea-coast" "The lower Louisiana, or Western part of Carolina" "The upper Louisiana, or Western part of Virginia" and "The Mississippi" with much about the topography and the crops of each region, particularly maize, tobacco, indigo and cotton. The map measures 8 by 10 inches, has just a slight bit of foxing to the right edge, otherwise is in very nice, clean condition. This map is noted on the title/index page as well. The Louisiana text is followed by a report: "...about a proposal to settle "a very extensive colony upon the finest part of the Ohio". (see) In the "Historical Chronicle" which contains various news items, is a report beginning: "An insurrection of the negroes has lately happened in Berbice, one of the Dutch settlements in the West Indies...affirms that the negroes, to the number of 3000, had murdered most of the whites..." with more (see). Other items of interest in this issue include: "A Curious Contrivance for Extinguishing Fire" "Method of Destroying Caterpillars" "Tax Upon Beer Defended" "A General History of Religion--The Indian devotion to Rivers--Jewish Sectaries, how Produced" Complete in 52 pgs. with full title/index page. The noted map is the only plate called for in this issue. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, small binding slits at the blank spine margin not affecting text, generally in very nice condition.

547931

7.20.2008

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1767-03-12

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, March 12, 1767 * From shortly after it was sold by Ben Franklin The front page contains an Act from the Penna. Assembly for a lottery for * ...erecting a house of worship in the borough of Lancaster for the use of the Presbyterian Congregation... Page 2 contains various reports from London, as well as from Annapolis, Philadelphia, Williamsburg, Charleston, and Boston. The back page is entirely taken up with ads, including one for a runaway negro girl, with details (see). This was the newspaper published by Ben Franklin, his name appearing on the imprint on issues up through 1765, just two years previous to this edition. Four pages, coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead, and in excellent condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, March 12, 1767 * From shortly after it was sold by Ben Franklin The front page contains an Act from the Penna. Assembly for a lottery for * ...erecting a house of worship in the borough of Lancaster for the use of the Presbyterian Congregation... Page 2 contains various reports from London, as well as from Annapolis, Philadelphia, Williamsburg, Charleston, and Boston. The back page is entirely taken up with ads, including one for a runaway negro girl, with details (see). This was the newspaper published by Ben Franklin, his name appearing on the imprint on issues up through 1765, just two years previous to this edition. Four pages, coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead, and in excellent condition.

541844

4.3.2008

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1767-07-23

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, July 23, 1767  Just a few years previous to this date the newspaper was published by its then owner Benjamin Franklin, and his named appeared in the imprint at the bottom of page 4 Among the front page ads is one reading: "TO BE SOLD, A Likely Negroe Wench, about 43 Years of Age, can wash, iron, cook, and do any Kind of Housework. " Page 2 news under London includes: "We learn from Boston in New-England, that the present dispute between the government and assembly chiefly related to the quartering of soldiers, the latter having flatly refused to provide for the maintenance of the troops, pursuant to orders sent lately from England." Also: "We hear strict orders are sent over to his Majesty's American Governors, to prohibit the holding of any future congress of the different colonies, as was lately done in the case of the stamp-act." There is also word that: "The Rev. and learned Dr. John Witherspoon...who was in the latter end of the year of 1766 unanimously elected President of the College of New Jersey, has wrote a letter to the...College, declining to accept...that high and important trust."  A back page ad offers a reward for a Negro Man, named London.  Attached to this issue is a single sheet Supplement containing the prize numbers of the St. Peters Church Lottery, plus a few ads and notice on the reverse. Has an ornate engraving in the masthead.  The supplement has some minor foxing spots, otherwise the regular issue is in great condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, July 23, 1767 Just a few years previous to this date the newspaper was published by its then owner Benjamin Franklin, and his named appeared in the imprint at the bottom of page 4 Among the front page ads is one reading: "TO BE SOLD, A Likely Negroe Wench, about 43 Years of Age, can wash, iron, cook, and do any Kind of Housework. " Page 2 news under London includes: "We learn from Boston in New-England, that the present dispute between the government and assembly chiefly related to the quartering of soldiers, the latter having flatly refused to provide for the maintenance of the troops, pursuant to orders sent lately from England." Also: "We hear strict orders are sent over to his Majesty's American Governors, to prohibit the holding of any future congress of the different colonies, as was lately done in the case of the stamp-act." There is also word that: "The Rev. and learned Dr. John Witherspoon...who was in the latter end of the year of 1766 unanimously elected President of the College of New Jersey, has wrote a letter to the...College, declining to accept...that high and important trust." A back page ad offers a reward for a Negro Man, named London. Attached to this issue is a single sheet Supplement containing the prize numbers of the St. Peters Church Lottery, plus a few ads and notice on the reverse. Has an ornate engraving in the masthead. The supplement has some minor foxing spots, otherwise the regular issue is in great condition.

565634

8.37.2007

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1767-10-29

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia PA, October 29, 1767 * Rare Colonial original This is the famous paper once owned & published by Ben Franklin. His name appeared in the imprint until just two years previous to this date. The front page has various news items from Europe plus ads & notices. The very bottom has a notice: "To be Hired on very easy terms, either by the week or month, Three Negro Lads, they have been used to house work or to work on a wharff...". News reports continue on pages 2 & 3 including items from Boston, New York, New Castle, and Philadelphia. The latter report includes: "On Thursday last His Excellency General GAGE arrived here from New York..." with a bit more (see). The back page is completely taken up with ads, 3 of which are illustrated ship ads. Four pages, very nice engraving of the Pennsylvania coat-of-arms in the masthead, great condition. A great example of this famous colonial newspaper.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia PA, October 29, 1767 * Rare Colonial original This is the famous paper once owned & published by Ben Franklin. His name appeared in the imprint until just two years previous to this date. The front page has various news items from Europe plus ads & notices. The very bottom has a notice: "To be Hired on very easy terms, either by the week or month, Three Negro Lads, they have been used to house work or to work on a wharff...". News reports continue on pages 2 & 3 including items from Boston, New York, New Castle, and Philadelphia. The latter report includes: "On Thursday last His Excellency General GAGE arrived here from New York..." with a bit more (see). The back page is completely taken up with ads, 3 of which are illustrated ship ads. Four pages, very nice engraving of the Pennsylvania coat-of-arms in the masthead, great condition. A great example of this famous colonial newspaper.

559422

7.46.2009

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1769-02-27

PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia PA, February 27, 1769  The front page has: "A modern Poem On Liberty, translated from the Original Prosa-metro-bombast of Rusticus". The poem begins: "Ye Sons of Liberty Attend! To you the Skies in pity send A Bard, who, in the nick of time, stands forth to vindicate, in rhyme, Your life, your liberty and fame...". It is quite lengthy and signed in type: Timothy Sobersides. On the fifth pg. is an ad: "To Be Sold, A Likely Negro woman, about 25 years of age..." On the sixth pg. is a report from "Charlestown [Charleston], South-Carolina" stating that, because of the revenue acts, several resolutions were passed by the province and that they will be strictly observed until the acts are repealed. In the same report it mentions that: "Last Thursday Mrs. Rachel Wilson, a celebrated preacher among the people called Quakers, arrived here by land...she preached to very crowded audiences of different persuasions." The back page has: "Meteorological Observations at Philadelphia". Complete in eight pages which measures about 9 by 12 inches, a few traces of foxing, mostly on the back page. Nice coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead.

PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia PA, February 27, 1769 The front page has: "A modern Poem On Liberty, translated from the Original Prosa-metro-bombast of Rusticus". The poem begins: "Ye Sons of Liberty Attend! To you the Skies in pity send A Bard, who, in the nick of time, stands forth to vindicate, in rhyme, Your life, your liberty and fame...". It is quite lengthy and signed in type: Timothy Sobersides. On the fifth pg. is an ad: "To Be Sold, A Likely Negro woman, about 25 years of age..." On the sixth pg. is a report from "Charlestown [Charleston], South-Carolina" stating that, because of the revenue acts, several resolutions were passed by the province and that they will be strictly observed until the acts are repealed. In the same report it mentions that: "Last Thursday Mrs. Rachel Wilson, a celebrated preacher among the people called Quakers, arrived here by land...she preached to very crowded audiences of different persuasions." The back page has: "Meteorological Observations at Philadelphia". Complete in eight pages which measures about 9 by 12 inches, a few traces of foxing, mostly on the back page. Nice coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead.

549051

7.99.2008

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1769-04-17

THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 17, 1769 * Colonial Pennsylvania original * 18th century America Inside has the lengthy conclusion of the "Case of Great-Britain and America, addressed to the King, and both Houses Of Parliament", which begins: "In order that taxation and representation may not be united, in America, the adversaries of America deny that they were united, in Britain." Another page has a textual sketch of the "Title of the Lands at Wyoming on [the] Susquehanna River, under the Claim or Title of the Colony of Connecticut". Under "Philadelphia" is word that a group of gentlemen met at Mr. Byrne's, to commemorate the birthday of "Paschal Paoli". Includes a lengthy list of the toasts given at the dinner, plus word that: "...in the Evening the Bells were set a ringing." Among the cases from the "Court of Oyer and Terminer" is one stating that: "A Woman was convicted of receiving ...Stolen Goods, and was sentenced to receive thirty-nine Lashes at the public Whipping Post, which was executed on Saturday last." There is also a brief mention of a famous female preacher of the eighteenth century, reading: "Saturday last Mrs. Rachel Wilson, an eminent Preacher among the Friends, returned here by Land from South-Carolina." On the next page is an ad: "To Be Sold, Two likely young healthy NEGRO MEN..." Has an ornate, coat of arms engraving in the masthead. Quarto-size, has 8 pages, a few foxing spots, Generally very good shape.

THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 17, 1769 * Colonial Pennsylvania original * 18th century America Inside has the lengthy conclusion of the "Case of Great-Britain and America, addressed to the King, and both Houses Of Parliament", which begins: "In order that taxation and representation may not be united, in America, the adversaries of America deny that they were united, in Britain." Another page has a textual sketch of the "Title of the Lands at Wyoming on [the] Susquehanna River, under the Claim or Title of the Colony of Connecticut". Under "Philadelphia" is word that a group of gentlemen met at Mr. Byrne's, to commemorate the birthday of "Paschal Paoli". Includes a lengthy list of the toasts given at the dinner, plus word that: "...in the Evening the Bells were set a ringing." Among the cases from the "Court of Oyer and Terminer" is one stating that: "A Woman was convicted of receiving ...Stolen Goods, and was sentenced to receive thirty-nine Lashes at the public Whipping Post, which was executed on Saturday last." There is also a brief mention of a famous female preacher of the eighteenth century, reading: "Saturday last Mrs. Rachel Wilson, an eminent Preacher among the Friends, returned here by Land from South-Carolina." On the next page is an ad: "To Be Sold, Two likely young healthy NEGRO MEN..." Has an ornate, coat of arms engraving in the masthead. Quarto-size, has 8 pages, a few foxing spots, Generally very good shape.

541676

11.61.2007

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1773-01-13

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, January 13, 1773 * Rare colonial Pennsylvania original * Pre revolutionary war news Very nice masthead which features an ornate coat-of-arms engraving.  Almost the entire front page is taken up with a lengthy address signed: "Publicus" and headed: "To the Good People of Pennsylvania". The front page also has a report headed "Philadelphia" being a letter from London concerning the slave trade which carries over to take most of a column on the back page The back page also has minutes from the House of Burgesses in Virginia which relate, in part, to the slave trade (see). Page 2 has various reports datelined from Stockholm, London, Williamsburg, Boston, Newport, and Philadelphia. Complete in 4 pages, slightly irregular at the blank spine margin, generally in very nice, clean condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, January 13, 1773 * Rare colonial Pennsylvania original * Pre revolutionary war news Very nice masthead which features an ornate coat-of-arms engraving. Almost the entire front page is taken up with a lengthy address signed: "Publicus" and headed: "To the Good People of Pennsylvania". The front page also has a report headed "Philadelphia" being a letter from London concerning the slave trade which carries over to take most of a column on the back page The back page also has minutes from the House of Burgesses in Virginia which relate, in part, to the slave trade (see). Page 2 has various reports datelined from Stockholm, London, Williamsburg, Boston, Newport, and Philadelphia. Complete in 4 pages, slightly irregular at the blank spine margin, generally in very nice, clean condition.

552706

11.91.2008

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1773-06-17

SUPPLEMENT TO THE MASSACHUSETTS-GAZETTE, Boston Massachusetts, June 17, 1773  * Rare colonial extra * Pre revolutionary war New England * Slave ad An uncommon single sheet "Supplement" issue with various news of the day on the front page including: "Declaration of the People found on Board the Schooner Johannes" and an "Act from New York, & items from Philadelphia, London & St. Croix. The back page is entirely taken up with ads including one headed: "SLAVES" (see) and one worded: "A hearty Male Negro Child of a good Breed, to be given away. Enquire of the printer." Little did they know then that 2 years later to this date would be fought the Battle of Bunker Hill. Very nice condition, 9 1/4 by 14 1/2 inches.

SUPPLEMENT TO THE MASSACHUSETTS-GAZETTE, Boston Massachusetts, June 17, 1773 * Rare colonial extra * Pre revolutionary war New England * Slave ad An uncommon single sheet "Supplement" issue with various news of the day on the front page including: "Declaration of the People found on Board the Schooner Johannes" and an "Act from New York, & items from Philadelphia, London & St. Croix. The back page is entirely taken up with ads including one headed: "SLAVES" (see) and one worded: "A hearty Male Negro Child of a good Breed, to be given away. Enquire of the printer." Little did they know then that 2 years later to this date would be fought the Battle of Bunker Hill. Very nice condition, 9 1/4 by 14 1/2 inches.

553490

1.55.2009

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1773-07-05

THE BOSTON EVENING-POST, July 5, 1773 * Rare Colonial Boston, Massachusetts    * Slave ad  Two-thirds of the front page is taken up with various political reports, plus a column of ads, one of which is headed: "Slaves" and reading: "Any persons who have healthy Slaves to dispose of, Male or Female, that have been some years in the country, of 25 years of age or under, may be informed of a purchaser by applying to the printers." (see) Other news reports on pages 2 and 3 with half of page 3 taken up with ads. The entire back page is taken up with ads. Slightly close-trimmed at the top of page 4, minor mend to the bottom, blank margin of page 1, bit irregular at the spine.

THE BOSTON EVENING-POST, July 5, 1773 * Rare Colonial Boston, Massachusetts * Slave ad Two-thirds of the front page is taken up with various political reports, plus a column of ads, one of which is headed: "Slaves" and reading: "Any persons who have healthy Slaves to dispose of, Male or Female, that have been some years in the country, of 25 years of age or under, may be informed of a purchaser by applying to the printers." (see) Other news reports on pages 2 and 3 with half of page 3 taken up with ads. The entire back page is taken up with ads. Slightly close-trimmed at the top of page 4, minor mend to the bottom, blank margin of page 1, bit irregular at the spine.

550244

10.25.2008

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1773-08-19

THE MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE & BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, Boston, Massachusetts, August 19, 1773 * Colonial Boston, Massachusetts original The front page has a letter: "To the Worthy Liverymen of the City of London" which includes: * ...the numerous violations of our liberties by a series of unprincipled Ministers...I assisted in forming the Society of the Bill of Rights for the support of public Liberty & the protection of that intrepid patriot who first bravely stoop forth the shield of the people against their proud oppressors... & much more. Page 2 has various reports from American towns including one with a brief mention of Ben Franklin that reads: "Dr. Lee...was sometime since agent by the Hon. House, in Case of the Death or other Incapacity of Dr. Franklin..." Page 2 also has "A Proclamation" issued by the governor of Massachusetts, signed in type: T. Hutchinson. Also on pg. 2 is a very patriotic-themed letter. All of pages 3 & 4 are taken up with ads including one for the sale of: "A Negro Man about 40 Years..." with details. Complete in 4 pages, bit close-trimmed at the bottom of pages 1 & 2 causing partial loss to their bottom lines, very small hole at the fold juncture, some rubbing on page 2, a few archival mends, some foxing, otherwise in good condition.

THE MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE & BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, Boston, Massachusetts, August 19, 1773 * Colonial Boston, Massachusetts original The front page has a letter: "To the Worthy Liverymen of the City of London" which includes: * ...the numerous violations of our liberties by a series of unprincipled Ministers...I assisted in forming the Society of the Bill of Rights for the support of public Liberty & the protection of that intrepid patriot who first bravely stoop forth the shield of the people against their proud oppressors... & much more. Page 2 has various reports from American towns including one with a brief mention of Ben Franklin that reads: "Dr. Lee...was sometime since agent by the Hon. House, in Case of the Death or other Incapacity of Dr. Franklin..." Page 2 also has "A Proclamation" issued by the governor of Massachusetts, signed in type: T. Hutchinson. Also on pg. 2 is a very patriotic-themed letter. All of pages 3 & 4 are taken up with ads including one for the sale of: "A Negro Man about 40 Years..." with details. Complete in 4 pages, bit close-trimmed at the bottom of pages 1 & 2 causing partial loss to their bottom lines, very small hole at the fold juncture, some rubbing on page 2, a few archival mends, some foxing, otherwise in good condition.

552333

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1775-07-21

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

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

218912

1.32.2008

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1775-09-14

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

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

552729

11.82.2008

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1775-09-14

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

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

553022

12.20.2008

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1775-12-23

<div>PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Dec. 23, 1775 * The Revolutionary War Front page report mentions the meeting of a Provincial Congress in Charlestown, South Carolina. Interesting ftpg. letter concerning a runaway slave on board a British ship. Pg. 2 has political reports from New York & Philadelphia, including mention that: "...pursue every measure which the Congress may recommend to them as necessary for the preservation of these colonies at this time of imminent danger.", and noting that John Hancock is President of the Congress. Pg. 2 also have some military reports, including measures needed to protect the western frontier. Pg. 3 has some reports concerning troubles with Indians. The bkpg. has a great editorial: "The American Editor to his Countrymen" (see photos). Some light browning and wear to corners.</div>

PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Dec. 23, 1775 * The Revolutionary War Front page report mentions the meeting of a Provincial Congress in Charlestown, South Carolina. Interesting ftpg. letter concerning a runaway slave on board a British ship. Pg. 2 has political reports from New York & Philadelphia, including mention that: "...pursue every measure which the Congress may recommend to them as necessary for the preservation of these colonies at this time of imminent danger.", and noting that John Hancock is President of the Congress. Pg. 2 also have some military reports, including measures needed to protect the western frontier. Pg. 3 has some reports concerning troubles with Indians. The bkpg. has a great editorial: "The American Editor to his Countrymen" (see photos). Some light browning and wear to corners.

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1776-01-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1776   * Revolutionary War content from 1776 * Lord Dunmore's Proclamation regarding Negro troops This is a fine issue from this significant year of the Revolutionary War, with much war-related content. Included is two pages on an: "Act for Prohibiting all Trade with America" which is followed by an: "Act of Massachusetts Bay for Fitting out Armed Vessels" which takes 3 pgs. Also reported here is a: "Declaration of the Continental Congress on a late Proclamation" from England, datelined Philadelphia, Dec. 6, 1775, and which contains some great text including: "We the delegates of the 13 United Colonies...have taken into our most serious consideration a proclamation issued from the court of St. James's on the 23d day of August...We are accused of 'forgetting the allegiance which we owe to the power that has protected & sustained us'...What allegiance is it that we forget? Allegiance to parliament! We never owed--we never owned it. Allegiance to our King! our words have ever avowed it...We condemn & with arms in our hands...we oppose the claim & exercise of unconstitutional powers to which neither the crown or parliament were ever entitled..." with much more (see photos for portoins). Included also is a nice article on the: "Journal of the Resolution's Voyage on Discovery to the Southern Hemisphere" which was Captain James Cook's voyage, the text taking over 4 pgs. Over 4 pgs. are taken up with an: "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists since the Passing the Boston Port Bill" which is continued from an earlier issue. This report has much on the Revolutionary War with a portion including the very significant proclamation from Lord Dunmore of Virginia in which he allowed Negroes to serve in his army. His full proclamation can be seen in the photos below, with the significant portion including: "...And I do hereby farther declare all indented servants, Negroes, or others (appertaining to rebels) free, that are able & willing to bear arms, they joining his Majesty's troops as soon as may be, for the more speedily reducing this colony to a proper sense of their duty..." with more. Additionally, this report includes: "...The troops from Bunker's Hill went into winter quarters a very few days before I quitted Boston...A letter from Rhode Island gives an account of a plundering party of cruizers..." and much more (photos show only portions). The issue is complete in 48 pages with a full title/index page & measures about 5 by 8 inches. This issue is in very nice condition. Not included is the map called for.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1776 * Revolutionary War content from 1776 * Lord Dunmore's Proclamation regarding Negro troops This is a fine issue from this significant year of the Revolutionary War, with much war-related content. Included is two pages on an: "Act for Prohibiting all Trade with America" which is followed by an: "Act of Massachusetts Bay for Fitting out Armed Vessels" which takes 3 pgs. Also reported here is a: "Declaration of the Continental Congress on a late Proclamation" from England, datelined Philadelphia, Dec. 6, 1775, and which contains some great text including: "We the delegates of the 13 United Colonies...have taken into our most serious consideration a proclamation issued from the court of St. James's on the 23d day of August...We are accused of 'forgetting the allegiance which we owe to the power that has protected & sustained us'...What allegiance is it that we forget? Allegiance to parliament! We never owed--we never owned it. Allegiance to our King! our words have ever avowed it...We condemn & with arms in our hands...we oppose the claim & exercise of unconstitutional powers to which neither the crown or parliament were ever entitled..." with much more (see photos for portoins). Included also is a nice article on the: "Journal of the Resolution's Voyage on Discovery to the Southern Hemisphere" which was Captain James Cook's voyage, the text taking over 4 pgs. Over 4 pgs. are taken up with an: "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists since the Passing the Boston Port Bill" which is continued from an earlier issue. This report has much on the Revolutionary War with a portion including the very significant proclamation from Lord Dunmore of Virginia in which he allowed Negroes to serve in his army. His full proclamation can be seen in the photos below, with the significant portion including: "...And I do hereby farther declare all indented servants, Negroes, or others (appertaining to rebels) free, that are able & willing to bear arms, they joining his Majesty's troops as soon as may be, for the more speedily reducing this colony to a proper sense of their duty..." with more. Additionally, this report includes: "...The troops from Bunker's Hill went into winter quarters a very few days before I quitted Boston...A letter from Rhode Island gives an account of a plundering party of cruizers..." and much more (photos show only portions). The issue is complete in 48 pages with a full title/index page & measures about 5 by 8 inches. This issue is in very nice condition. Not included is the map called for.

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4.76.2008

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1776-10-10

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Oct. 10, 1776   * John Hancock The entire front page is an interesting dialogue concerning Pennsylvania creating a new form of government. This carries over to take most of pg. 2. Pg. 3 has various items from Congress, dated Oct. 3, 1776, including the borrowing of $5 million, signed in type by: John Hancock, President. (see photos). The entire back page is taken up with ads, including one for the sale of: "...a likely, strong, healthy Negro Man about 25 years of age...". Four pages, measures about 8 by 10 in., very light damp staining in a lower corner, generally in very nice, clean condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Oct. 10, 1776 * John Hancock The entire front page is an interesting dialogue concerning Pennsylvania creating a new form of government. This carries over to take most of pg. 2. Pg. 3 has various items from Congress, dated Oct. 3, 1776, including the borrowing of $5 million, signed in type by: John Hancock, President. (see photos). The entire back page is taken up with ads, including one for the sale of: "...a likely, strong, healthy Negro Man about 25 years of age...". Four pages, measures about 8 by 10 in., very light damp staining in a lower corner, generally in very nice, clean condition.

222173

12.88.2007

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1776-10-19

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Oct. 19, 1776 * Evacuation of Quebec, Canada * genuine Revolutionary War newspaper * General William Howe All of the front page is taken up with a satirical political debate headed: "Orator Puff and John, his Friend, over a bottle of Madeira". Page 2 has an item from London noting: "The last dispatches from Gen. Howe contained pressing demands for regular supplies of provisions from England or Ireland." and another item: "The troops that will serve in America this campaign will be divided as follows: Under Gen. Howe 34,614. Gen. Carlton, 13,377. Gen. Clinton, 3,397. Total of the King's troops to act in America this campaign, 51,388....we are informed that in the province of Pennsylvania they have raised a new regiment consisting of 1000 men; their regimentals are blue faced with white, they wear caps in imitation of our light horse, round which are the following words, 'Freedom to the brave.' ". Most of page 3 is taken up with a terrific letter signed in type by: Guy Carlton, datelined Montreal, June 20, 1776, and includes in part: "...The advanced guard arrived the morning of the 19th inst. near to St. John's when they learned that the head of Lt. General Burgoyne's column had taken possession of the redoubts the night before; they found all the buildings in flames...I heard 22 pieces of cannon are left behind...All his Majesty's national & foreign troops shewd a great zeal and eagerness to overtake the rebels..." with much more. The entire back page is taken up with ads including a detailed ad for a runaway Negro woman Complete in 4 pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, a bit irregular at the spine, very nice condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Oct. 19, 1776 * Evacuation of Quebec, Canada * genuine Revolutionary War newspaper * General William Howe All of the front page is taken up with a satirical political debate headed: "Orator Puff and John, his Friend, over a bottle of Madeira". Page 2 has an item from London noting: "The last dispatches from Gen. Howe contained pressing demands for regular supplies of provisions from England or Ireland." and another item: "The troops that will serve in America this campaign will be divided as follows: Under Gen. Howe 34,614. Gen. Carlton, 13,377. Gen. Clinton, 3,397. Total of the King's troops to act in America this campaign, 51,388....we are informed that in the province of Pennsylvania they have raised a new regiment consisting of 1000 men; their regimentals are blue faced with white, they wear caps in imitation of our light horse, round which are the following words, 'Freedom to the brave.' ". Most of page 3 is taken up with a terrific letter signed in type by: Guy Carlton, datelined Montreal, June 20, 1776, and includes in part: "...The advanced guard arrived the morning of the 19th inst. near to St. John's when they learned that the head of Lt. General Burgoyne's column had taken possession of the redoubts the night before; they found all the buildings in flames...I heard 22 pieces of cannon are left behind...All his Majesty's national & foreign troops shewd a great zeal and eagerness to overtake the rebels..." with much more. The entire back page is taken up with ads including a detailed ad for a runaway Negro woman Complete in 4 pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, a bit irregular at the spine, very nice condition.

From 1776... evacuation of Quebec...

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11.62.2007

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1777-04-10

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 10, 1777 * Revolutionary war original from America * Rare The front page includes an ad for the sale of "...an indented Negro Man who has eighteen months to serve..." Page 2 has a report with several items, including mention that: "...John Fothergill of London (of the Society of Friends) a gentleman not more distinguished for his skill in his profession that for his attachment to the rights of humanity still continues to act the part of a firm friend to America upon her just and necessary claims of Independence." Another brief item notes: "...Just now received an account of an action yesterday at Quibbletown; we drove the enemy & killed five. We had only one rifleman wounded." There is also a notice placed by a woman offering a reward for a runaway "...Negro sweep named Caesar...". Four pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, light, even foxing, generally in very nice condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 10, 1777 * Revolutionary war original from America * Rare The front page includes an ad for the sale of "...an indented Negro Man who has eighteen months to serve..." Page 2 has a report with several items, including mention that: "...John Fothergill of London (of the Society of Friends) a gentleman not more distinguished for his skill in his profession that for his attachment to the rights of humanity still continues to act the part of a firm friend to America upon her just and necessary claims of Independence." Another brief item notes: "...Just now received an account of an action yesterday at Quibbletown; we drove the enemy & killed five. We had only one rifleman wounded." There is also a notice placed by a woman offering a reward for a runaway "...Negro sweep named Caesar...". Four pages, measures about 8 by 10 inches, light, even foxing, generally in very nice condition.

556883

2.21.2009

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1778-01-14

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, January 14, 1778  * Rare Tory title from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania...  * Revolutionary War era original...  This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. The first column of the front page includes: "By Order of His Excellency Sir William Howe, General and Commander in Chief...PROCLAMATION" concerning the cutting down of trees, etc. (see). Several front page ads are in French, & another front page ad is headed: "To Be Sold, a Likely Negro Man who has been bred a farmer..." with more (see). A full column on pg. 2 has some very nice content concerning the Revolutionary War (see photos), bits including: "...well informed that Gen. Howe did not land the army at Baltimore...landed at George Town...General Howe had advanced 30 miles on the road to Philadelphia...Washington's principal magazines were at Lancaster..." with more, including mention of  "Dr. Franklin". Page 2 also has another: "Proclamation" signed in type: W. Howe, concerning the sale or possession of various items (see). A page 3 ad is for a theatrical production: "For the Benefit of the Widows and Orphans of the Army." noting that even in times of war & hardship the arts carried on. Four pages, folio size, archival rejoined at the spine, some period notations to the front page only. Not surprisingly, being a Tory newspaper the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, January 14, 1778 * Rare Tory title from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania... * Revolutionary War era original... This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. The first column of the front page includes: "By Order of His Excellency Sir William Howe, General and Commander in Chief...PROCLAMATION" concerning the cutting down of trees, etc. (see). Several front page ads are in French, & another front page ad is headed: "To Be Sold, a Likely Negro Man who has been bred a farmer..." with more (see). A full column on pg. 2 has some very nice content concerning the Revolutionary War (see photos), bits including: "...well informed that Gen. Howe did not land the army at Baltimore...landed at George Town...General Howe had advanced 30 miles on the road to Philadelphia...Washington's principal magazines were at Lancaster..." with more, including mention of "Dr. Franklin". Page 2 also has another: "Proclamation" signed in type: W. Howe, concerning the sale or possession of various items (see). A page 3 ad is for a theatrical production: "For the Benefit of the Widows and Orphans of the Army." noting that even in times of war & hardship the arts carried on. Four pages, folio size, archival rejoined at the spine, some period notations to the front page only. Not surprisingly, being a Tory newspaper the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.

542287

5.16.2008

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1778-02-14

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Pennsylvania, February 14, 1778 This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. The entire front page is taken up with ads, one of which is for the printing of: "Common Sense" (see photos). Page 2 has numerous reports which relate to the Revolutionary War, bits including: "...the enemy's ships went up Rappahannock River & took a French ship with 4 or 500 hogsheads of tobacco..." and a report from Congress, now located in at Lancaster, Penna: "...that the invasion of the state of Pennsylvania by the enemy has obstructed this business..." that business being the lottery. Also an item: "At a General Court Marshal held at Whitemarsh, Penna...by order of His Excellency General Washington...Captain Vail, of the 2nd North Carolina battalion, charged with cowardice at the battle of Germantown, was tried & found guilty of that crime...it should be deemed scandalous for any officer to associate with him..." Page 2 also has a report concerning problems with Indians (see photos). Also: "By order of His Excellency Sir William Howe, K.B., General and Commander in Chief...PROCLAMATION" concerning the support of the poor (see). Also another Order" by Sir William Howe concerning the illegal possession of oil (see). Page 2 also has an interesting note  which begins: "The Printer, on account of the death of the Negro man who delivered thisi paper to the subscribers lying above Market Street, is not able to send it to their houses...". Page 3 has a lengthy letter which is prefaced with: "...consistent with the modern plan of American liberty, a young gentleman of that place [Charleston] was apprehended on suspicion of being the author, and thrown into jail, where we believe he remains to this day." and what follows is the letter (see). Note one of the footnotes which reads: "The uniform of the South Carolina rebels is a hunting-shirt, such as the farmers servants in England." The balance of pg. 3 is taken up with ads. All of pg. 4 is taken up with ads. Complete in 4 pgs., various foxing and staining, most of which does not deter readability. Not surprisingly, being a Tory newspaper the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Pennsylvania, February 14, 1778 This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. The entire front page is taken up with ads, one of which is for the printing of: "Common Sense" (see photos). Page 2 has numerous reports which relate to the Revolutionary War, bits including: "...the enemy's ships went up Rappahannock River & took a French ship with 4 or 500 hogsheads of tobacco..." and a report from Congress, now located in at Lancaster, Penna: "...that the invasion of the state of Pennsylvania by the enemy has obstructed this business..." that business being the lottery. Also an item: "At a General Court Marshal held at Whitemarsh, Penna...by order of His Excellency General Washington...Captain Vail, of the 2nd North Carolina battalion, charged with cowardice at the battle of Germantown, was tried & found guilty of that crime...it should be deemed scandalous for any officer to associate with him..." Page 2 also has a report concerning problems with Indians (see photos). Also: "By order of His Excellency Sir William Howe, K.B., General and Commander in Chief...PROCLAMATION" concerning the support of the poor (see). Also another Order" by Sir William Howe concerning the illegal possession of oil (see). Page 2 also has an interesting note which begins: "The Printer, on account of the death of the Negro man who delivered thisi paper to the subscribers lying above Market Street, is not able to send it to their houses...". Page 3 has a lengthy letter which is prefaced with: "...consistent with the modern plan of American liberty, a young gentleman of that place [Charleston] was apprehended on suspicion of being the author, and thrown into jail, where we believe he remains to this day." and what follows is the letter (see). Note one of the footnotes which reads: "The uniform of the South Carolina rebels is a hunting-shirt, such as the farmers servants in England." The balance of pg. 3 is taken up with ads. All of pg. 4 is taken up with ads. Complete in 4 pgs., various foxing and staining, most of which does not deter readability. Not surprisingly, being a Tory newspaper the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.

542929

8.99.2008

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1778-04-01

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 1, 1778  * Rare Tory revolutionary war original * Rare title * British masthead This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. The front page includes an Act relating to detaining persons charged with, or suspected of, the crimes of high treason or piracy committed in the colonies of America (see photos). The balance of the front page is taken up with ads, including one for the sale of "A likely Negro man named Tom..." with some details (see). Page two has various reports from London, including various items relating to the Revolutionary War including: "...attack had been made on Mud Island in which upwards of 90 English officers had been killed...this news was asserted to be true & that it came from America by the way of France, to Dr. Franklin, & that there could not be the least doubt of its authenticity..." and "...reports of a treaty being concluded between the French Court & the Congress are premature: It is true that advantageous offers have been made by the American deputies...Mr. Carmichael, the official secretary to Messrs. Franklin & co. is actually gone back to America with the refusal on the part both of France & Spain to acknowledge the Independence of America..." and "...A report was yesterday circulated that the Congress had refused to ratify the capitulation of Burgoyne on which Gen. Gates had thrown up his commission." There is some interesting editorial comment on the Revolutionary War as well. Page 2 also has some nice reports taken from "Rebel papers", including a nice Resolve from Congress concerning the surrender of Saratoga (see photos), plus another report from Congress relating to the war (see) which carries over to page 3. A page 3 item begins: "Should the Americans continue obstinate & not give up their independence, you will have much to do on the continent next year...". The back page is entirely taken up with ads. Complete in 4 pages, various foxing or damp staining, mostly near the margins.  Not surprisingly, being a Tory newspaper the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.

THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 1, 1778 * Rare Tory revolutionary war original * Rare title * British masthead This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. The front page includes an Act relating to detaining persons charged with, or suspected of, the crimes of high treason or piracy committed in the colonies of America (see photos). The balance of the front page is taken up with ads, including one for the sale of "A likely Negro man named Tom..." with some details (see). Page two has various reports from London, including various items relating to the Revolutionary War including: "...attack had been made on Mud Island in which upwards of 90 English officers had been killed...this news was asserted to be true & that it came from America by the way of France, to Dr. Franklin, & that there could not be the least doubt of its authenticity..." and "...reports of a treaty being concluded between the French Court & the Congress are premature: It is true that advantageous offers have been made by the American deputies...Mr. Carmichael, the official secretary to Messrs. Franklin & co. is actually gone back to America with the refusal on the part both of France & Spain to acknowledge the Independence of America..." and "...A report was yesterday circulated that the Congress had refused to ratify the capitulation of Burgoyne on which Gen. Gates had thrown up his commission." There is some interesting editorial comment on the Revolutionary War as well. Page 2 also has some nice reports taken from "Rebel papers", including a nice Resolve from Congress concerning the surrender of Saratoga (see photos), plus another report from Congress relating to the war (see) which carries over to page 3. A page 3 item begins: "Should the Americans continue obstinate & not give up their independence, you will have much to do on the continent next year...". The back page is entirely taken up with ads. Complete in 4 pages, various foxing or damp staining, mostly near the margins. Not surprisingly, being a Tory newspaper the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.

543643

1.80.2009

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1779-02-11

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 11, 1779 * Displayable issue from the middle of the Revolutionary War * Decorative masthead The front page is entirely filled with ads including: "Twenty Dollars Reward" for a runaway: "...Negro Man named Dick, about five feet eight or nine inches high..." with more (see). Page 2 has reports from the "House of Lords" which includes: "...Lord Coventry spoke against the address, particularly against that part of it which enforces the further continuance of the American war...Was America in a greater disposition to sue for peace now she had declared her independency, than before? Was she weakened by her new alliance with France?..." with much more on the debate regarding continuing the Revolutionary War (see photos for portions). A page 3 letter from London begins: "My friends & I have suffered greatly by the stoppage of trade...". More ads on page 3, and the entire bkpg. is taken up with ads. This is one of the more handsome American newspapers from the Revolutionary War with an extremely ornate masthead (see photos) and untrimmed margins. This issue is complete in four pages and in truly excellent condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 11, 1779 * Displayable issue from the middle of the Revolutionary War * Decorative masthead The front page is entirely filled with ads including: "Twenty Dollars Reward" for a runaway: "...Negro Man named Dick, about five feet eight or nine inches high..." with more (see). Page 2 has reports from the "House of Lords" which includes: "...Lord Coventry spoke against the address, particularly against that part of it which enforces the further continuance of the American war...Was America in a greater disposition to sue for peace now she had declared her independency, than before? Was she weakened by her new alliance with France?..." with much more on the debate regarding continuing the Revolutionary War (see photos for portions). A page 3 letter from London begins: "My friends & I have suffered greatly by the stoppage of trade...". More ads on page 3, and the entire bkpg. is taken up with ads. This is one of the more handsome American newspapers from the Revolutionary War with an extremely ornate masthead (see photos) and untrimmed margins. This issue is complete in four pages and in truly excellent condition.

550907

10.69.2008

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1779-05-08

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, May 8, 1779  * Rare title from the revolutionary war  * Great masthead for display  The front page has an "Act" and "A Supplement to an Act", passed by the General Assembly of Pennsylvania, each signed in type: John Bayard & John Morris. Page 2 has three letters that appeared in London papers, each discussing in various ways the situation in America. The letters are respectively signed in type: Julian, A Consistant Whig & Thousands. "From the Virginia Gazette" is a lengthy letter criticizing a previous letter that was written by Carter Braxton. The letter is signed in type: A Virginian. Note: Braxton was a signatory of the Declaration of Independence. On page 3 is a letter datelined "Princeton, New Jersey, May 3, 1779" that describes the "present state" of the "College", signed in type: John Witherspoon and William CH. Houston. Note: Witherspoon was a signatory of the Declaration of Independence. A brief notice about a meeting of the Constitutional Society at the German School House in Church Alley, is signed in type: Charles W. Peale. There is also a notice offering a reward about "...a Hessian deserter, named Charles...", and one offering a reward for a runaway "...Negro Wench named Nants..." The back page has a reward ad for a deserter from Capt. Carbary's troop of light dragoons. The masthead has ornate lettering and an engraving of a ship. First leaf has a small hole in the left margin, a very minor printing crease in the masthead, traces of foxing, otherwise in very good, untrimmed condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, May 8, 1779 * Rare title from the revolutionary war * Great masthead for display The front page has an "Act" and "A Supplement to an Act", passed by the General Assembly of Pennsylvania, each signed in type: John Bayard & John Morris. Page 2 has three letters that appeared in London papers, each discussing in various ways the situation in America. The letters are respectively signed in type: Julian, A Consistant Whig & Thousands. "From the Virginia Gazette" is a lengthy letter criticizing a previous letter that was written by Carter Braxton. The letter is signed in type: A Virginian. Note: Braxton was a signatory of the Declaration of Independence. On page 3 is a letter datelined "Princeton, New Jersey, May 3, 1779" that describes the "present state" of the "College", signed in type: John Witherspoon and William CH. Houston. Note: Witherspoon was a signatory of the Declaration of Independence. A brief notice about a meeting of the Constitutional Society at the German School House in Church Alley, is signed in type: Charles W. Peale. There is also a notice offering a reward about "...a Hessian deserter, named Charles...", and one offering a reward for a runaway "...Negro Wench named Nants..." The back page has a reward ad for a deserter from Capt. Carbary's troop of light dragoons. The masthead has ornate lettering and an engraving of a ship. First leaf has a small hole in the left margin, a very minor printing crease in the masthead, traces of foxing, otherwise in very good, untrimmed condition.

555536

11.31.2008

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1780-01-06

PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 6, 1780  Famous title that has very ornate lettering and an engraving of a ship in the masthead. Notable content includes, on the ftpg: "A Third ESSAY on FREE TRADE and FINANCES , humbly offered to the consideration of the Public. By a CITIZEN OF Philadelphia". It continues on pg. 2 and is to be concluded in a future issue. A pg. 3 ad headed: "Four Hundred Dollars Reward" has details about a runaway "Negro man named Dick". Pg. 3 also has a meeting notice for the American Philosophical Society. First leaf has a small hole in the blank left margin, otherwise in nice, untrimmed condition and great for display.

PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 6, 1780 Famous title that has very ornate lettering and an engraving of a ship in the masthead. Notable content includes, on the ftpg: "A Third ESSAY on FREE TRADE and FINANCES , humbly offered to the consideration of the Public. By a CITIZEN OF Philadelphia". It continues on pg. 2 and is to be concluded in a future issue. A pg. 3 ad headed: "Four Hundred Dollars Reward" has details about a runaway "Negro man named Dick". Pg. 3 also has a meeting notice for the American Philosophical Society. First leaf has a small hole in the blank left margin, otherwise in nice, untrimmed condition and great for display.

549067

8.4.2008

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1780-05-16

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, May 16, 1780  A very handsome masthead with both an engraving of a 3 masted ship and very ornate lettering in the title make this a great issue for display. Pg. 2 has most of a column taken up with a letter signed: "A Freeman" concerning a proposal for a conciliation between America and England, which provides some interesting ideas (see photos), with portions reading: "...they may be our friends again, but not our masters; they may trade with us, but never reign over us. Any connection with them that implies subjection we cannot brook...We know how to value the inestimable advantages of our present emancipation..." with much more. A pg. 3 report from New London gives various items concerning the Revolutionary War & includes: "Among the number of stragglers that this town abounds with are some that appear on examination to be British prisoners, taken in prizes & brought into Rhode Island & left to their own liberty..." and "...thus the lives of our brethren are sported with when these pledges of their ransom are suffered to make their escape. Has not Congress resolved that prison ship shall be provided in these Eastern states? At whose hands then is the blood of our unhappy countrymen that are dying daily on board the prison ships in New York...". Pg. 3 also includes 2 reward ads for runaway negroes, with details. The bkpg. is filled with ads including a rather large illus. ad for "...the Noted Horse Whynot" with much detail. And there is a letter from Morristown which notes that "...some American Privateers...took a British Letter Marque...the frigates were ordered to chase...The Marquis LaFayette left France the 20th of March, Captain Paul Jones with his squadron, were to sail in 15 days after." Complete in 4 pgs.,very handsome masthead, untrimmed margins, great, clean condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, May 16, 1780 A very handsome masthead with both an engraving of a 3 masted ship and very ornate lettering in the title make this a great issue for display. Pg. 2 has most of a column taken up with a letter signed: "A Freeman" concerning a proposal for a conciliation between America and England, which provides some interesting ideas (see photos), with portions reading: "...they may be our friends again, but not our masters; they may trade with us, but never reign over us. Any connection with them that implies subjection we cannot brook...We know how to value the inestimable advantages of our present emancipation..." with much more. A pg. 3 report from New London gives various items concerning the Revolutionary War & includes: "Among the number of stragglers that this town abounds with are some that appear on examination to be British prisoners, taken in prizes & brought into Rhode Island & left to their own liberty..." and "...thus the lives of our brethren are sported with when these pledges of their ransom are suffered to make their escape. Has not Congress resolved that prison ship shall be provided in these Eastern states? At whose hands then is the blood of our unhappy countrymen that are dying daily on board the prison ships in New York...". Pg. 3 also includes 2 reward ads for runaway negroes, with details. The bkpg. is filled with ads including a rather large illus. ad for "...the Noted Horse Whynot" with much detail. And there is a letter from Morristown which notes that "...some American Privateers...took a British Letter Marque...the frigates were ordered to chase...The Marquis LaFayette left France the 20th of March, Captain Paul Jones with his squadron, were to sail in 15 days after." Complete in 4 pgs.,very handsome masthead, untrimmed margins, great, clean condition.

564577

2.20.2007

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1780-07-25

THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, AND THE WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford CT, July 25, 1780. * Revolutionary War original * Uncommon title from Connecticut On the front page under "In Congress" is a resolution "...discharging or continuing the Loans that have been to these United States, on Loan Office Certificates...", signed in type: Charles Thomson. A pg. 2 report from "Philadelphia" states, in part: "...we learn, that the French and Spanish fleet in the West Indies, consists of 36 sail of the line besides frigates; and that a part of them had blocked...the British fleet in St. Lucia..." From "Hartford" is word that: "The French army...have encamped on the South side of Rhode Island, and are as fine a body of troops, as ever were collected together..." A back page ad begins: "To be SOLD for HARD MONEY Only, A Negro boy, about 15 years of age..." There is also a notice offering a reward for an individual who escaped after being arrested for passing counterfeit bills. Subscriber's name written above the masthead, minor margin, otherwise in good condition.

THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, AND THE WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford CT, July 25, 1780. * Revolutionary War original * Uncommon title from Connecticut On the front page under "In Congress" is a resolution "...discharging or continuing the Loans that have been to these United States, on Loan Office Certificates...", signed in type: Charles Thomson. A pg. 2 report from "Philadelphia" states, in part: "...we learn, that the French and Spanish fleet in the West Indies, consists of 36 sail of the line besides frigates; and that a part of them had blocked...the British fleet in St. Lucia..." From "Hartford" is word that: "The French army...have encamped on the South side of Rhode Island, and are as fine a body of troops, as ever were collected together..." A back page ad begins: "To be SOLD for HARD MONEY Only, A Negro boy, about 15 years of age..." There is also a notice offering a reward for an individual who escaped after being arrested for passing counterfeit bills. Subscriber's name written above the masthead, minor margin, otherwise in good condition.

FROM THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR...

544446

2.49.2008

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1781-10-08

THE NEW-YORK GAZETTE: AND WEEKLY MERCURY, Oct. 8, 1781 Edited and published by Hugh Gaine who supported the Crown and espoused the Royalist cause. A pg. 2 report from Philadelphia says that "By a person who left Williamsburgh about the 20th instant we are informed that Lord Cornwallis had evacuated Gloucester & only occupied at present the post of York--that he had fortified the place in the best manner. We expect the most interesting advices from that quarter as his excellency general Washington with the land forces was within 3 miles of York ten days ago." This is a great report from less than a month before Cornwallis would surrender to Washington there at Yorktown. Reports continue with: " ...the English army, said to consist of between 5 and 6,000 men, were encamped on Staten Island...indicating some sudden movement, not improbably towards this city." A letter from Cape Henry begins: "Nothing gave me greater pleasure than the appearance of the Army under general Washington..." with further on their movements which preceded the surrender of Cornwallis. Under South Carolina is a Proclamation addressing the rigorous confinement and subsequent execution of an American officer in the ...provost of Charlestown... along with the intention "...to make British Regular Officers, and not the deluded inhabitants who have joined their army, subject to retaliation..." Signed in type: Nath. Greene from Camden, South Carolina. Pg. 3 has a Two Dollars Reward for a runaway negro boy named Bristol who escaped from Major James Grant of the Kings American regiment. Uncommon to find such Tory issues. Masthead has a nice woodcut of a majestic seal topped by a crown and held by a lion and a unicorn, although it shows wear (see photos). A small ink library stamp in the lower margin, wear at folds causes a few small holes on the first leaf, some areas of foxing, otherwise generally good.

THE NEW-YORK GAZETTE: AND WEEKLY MERCURY, Oct. 8, 1781 Edited and published by Hugh Gaine who supported the Crown and espoused the Royalist cause. A pg. 2 report from Philadelphia says that "By a person who left Williamsburgh about the 20th instant we are informed that Lord Cornwallis had evacuated Gloucester & only occupied at present the post of York--that he had fortified the place in the best manner. We expect the most interesting advices from that quarter as his excellency general Washington with the land forces was within 3 miles of York ten days ago." This is a great report from less than a month before Cornwallis would surrender to Washington there at Yorktown. Reports continue with: " ...the English army, said to consist of between 5 and 6,000 men, were encamped on Staten Island...indicating some sudden movement, not improbably towards this city." A letter from Cape Henry begins: "Nothing gave me greater pleasure than the appearance of the Army under general Washington..." with further on their movements which preceded the surrender of Cornwallis. Under South Carolina is a Proclamation addressing the rigorous confinement and subsequent execution of an American officer in the ...provost of Charlestown... along with the intention "...to make British Regular Officers, and not the deluded inhabitants who have joined their army, subject to retaliation..." Signed in type: Nath. Greene from Camden, South Carolina. Pg. 3 has a Two Dollars Reward for a runaway negro boy named Bristol who escaped from Major James Grant of the Kings American regiment. Uncommon to find such Tory issues. Masthead has a nice woodcut of a majestic seal topped by a crown and held by a lion and a unicorn, although it shows wear (see photos). A small ink library stamp in the lower margin, wear at folds causes a few small holes on the first leaf, some areas of foxing, otherwise generally good.

216412

11.92.2006

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1782-11-07

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR, THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, November 7, 1782  * Rare title w/ nice masthead  * Slave advertisements  * John Dickinson - PA farmer  The front page has a notice offering a reward for a runaway "...Negro Wench, named Phebe..." On page 2 under "Philadelphia" is a extract of a letter from an individual near Fort Pitt that has details about the recent killing of the "Moravian Indians". There is also a message from the "President of Delaware State" to the General Assembly, signed in type: John Dickinson, the famous author of the "Letters from a farmer". Pg. 2 also has a notice about "falsehoods" being published in the newspapers about John Dickinson, and the reasons why the falsehoods were not contradicted. The back page has a notice offering a reward for "...a Negro Fellow named Stafford..." and one for "...a Negroe Man, named Harry..." There are also two notices: "To Be Sold, A Negro Lad, well grown..." & "To Be Sold, A Negro Wench and Child...". Has ornate lettering in the masthead. Archival mends to several margin tears, second leaf has a piece missing in the upper right corner, a few foxing spots.

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR, THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, November 7, 1782 * Rare title w/ nice masthead * Slave advertisements * John Dickinson - PA farmer The front page has a notice offering a reward for a runaway "...Negro Wench, named Phebe..." On page 2 under "Philadelphia" is a extract of a letter from an individual near Fort Pitt that has details about the recent killing of the "Moravian Indians". There is also a message from the "President of Delaware State" to the General Assembly, signed in type: John Dickinson, the famous author of the "Letters from a farmer". Pg. 2 also has a notice about "falsehoods" being published in the newspapers about John Dickinson, and the reasons why the falsehoods were not contradicted. The back page has a notice offering a reward for "...a Negro Fellow named Stafford..." and one for "...a Negroe Man, named Harry..." There are also two notices: "To Be Sold, A Negro Lad, well grown..." & "To Be Sold, A Negro Wench and Child...". Has ornate lettering in the masthead. Archival mends to several margin tears, second leaf has a piece missing in the upper right corner, a few foxing spots.

548504

5.71.2008

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1783-02-01

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, from Philadelphia Pennsylvania, dated February 1, 1783  * Post revolutionary war original * Nice masthead The front page is entirely taken up with ads including an: "Eight Dollars Reward" ad for "...a likely Negro Wench..." with details, and a "Ten Dollars Reward" for a runaway "...Negro Man named Adam...". Page 2 has a small bit noting: "From the known principles of the premier, respecting the American contest...from the unhappy loyalists it may naturally be concluded that the colonial war will not yet be terminated." The balance of the issue is taken up with other news of the day and more advertisements. Complete in 4 pages, ornate lettering in the masthead, some water staining near the top, even foxing throughout.

THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, from Philadelphia Pennsylvania, dated February 1, 1783 * Post revolutionary war original * Nice masthead The front page is entirely taken up with ads including an: "Eight Dollars Reward" ad for "...a likely Negro Wench..." with details, and a "Ten Dollars Reward" for a runaway "...Negro Man named Adam...". Page 2 has a small bit noting: "From the known principles of the premier, respecting the American contest...from the unhappy loyalists it may naturally be concluded that the colonial war will not yet be terminated." The balance of the issue is taken up with other news of the day and more advertisements. Complete in 4 pages, ornate lettering in the masthead, some water staining near the top, even foxing throughout.

553423

4.4.2009

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1783-06-24

PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR, THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 24, 1783 * Post Revolutionary War trade opens * Britain and America On page 2 under "London" is: * A Bill for the provisional establishment and regulation of trade and intercourse between the subjects of Great-Britain and those of the United States of North America The text of the bill begins: "Whereas the following thirteen provinces...now...free, independent and sovereign states, by the name and description of the United States of America..." & more. Also has the text of a bill about American ships arriving at ports in Great Britain. Back page has a reward ad for a runaway "...Negro Cato...". Has ornate lettering in the masthead. Narrow piece missing in upper part of the left margin, some lite damp-staining in part of the upper half.

PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR, THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 24, 1783 * Post Revolutionary War trade opens * Britain and America On page 2 under "London" is: * A Bill for the provisional establishment and regulation of trade and intercourse between the subjects of Great-Britain and those of the United States of North America The text of the bill begins: "Whereas the following thirteen provinces...now...free, independent and sovereign states, by the name and description of the United States of America..." & more. Also has the text of a bill about American ships arriving at ports in Great Britain. Back page has a reward ad for a runaway "...Negro Cato...". Has ornate lettering in the masthead. Narrow piece missing in upper part of the left margin, some lite damp-staining in part of the upper half.

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1784-07-07

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, July 7, 1784. * Post Revolutionary War America * 18th century Phila. PA original Front page news and commentary from London includes: The government in America is far from being completely settled, as there is a difference in sentiment what power to lodge in the Congress...but the jealousy of the Northern states will not let them comply with the desires of the Southern ones, in extending their power to what they conceive to be necessary to maintain good government... Page 2 has news from the Irish House of Commons which includes a request to Parliament to address the problem of emigration. A letter from New-York mentions that Gen. Haldimand refused to deliver up Machilmakinac and to ...give passes to all who apply for them to come over the lakes to Albany and New-York... The letter also states that: Every Canadian languishes to be out of the English government; but their pusillanimity makes them, Spaniel like, kiss the rod that scourges them. The back page has a reward ad for a runaway negro Fellow, named Bill. Irregular narrow piece missing at the spine in part of the lower left margin, causing slight loss of text on pg. 3 and part of an add on the back page, slightly irregular in the upper part of the spine, archival mends to two minor fold tears. 4 pages.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, July 7, 1784. * Post Revolutionary War America * 18th century Phila. PA original Front page news and commentary from London includes: The government in America is far from being completely settled, as there is a difference in sentiment what power to lodge in the Congress...but the jealousy of the Northern states will not let them comply with the desires of the Southern ones, in extending their power to what they conceive to be necessary to maintain good government... Page 2 has news from the Irish House of Commons which includes a request to Parliament to address the problem of emigration. A letter from New-York mentions that Gen. Haldimand refused to deliver up Machilmakinac and to ...give passes to all who apply for them to come over the lakes to Albany and New-York... The letter also states that: Every Canadian languishes to be out of the English government; but their pusillanimity makes them, Spaniel like, kiss the rod that scourges them. The back page has a reward ad for a runaway negro Fellow, named Bill. Irregular narrow piece missing at the spine in part of the lower left margin, causing slight loss of text on pg. 3 and part of an add on the back page, slightly irregular in the upper part of the spine, archival mends to two minor fold tears. 4 pages.

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