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"A BIBLIOGRAPHY OF ENGLISH CORANTOS & PERIDICAL NEWSBOOKS 1620-1642", by Folke Dahl (1952). Hardbound, 282 pgs.

"A BIBLIOGRAPHY OF ENGLISH CORANTOS & PERIDICAL NEWSBOOKS 1620-1642", by Folke Dahl (1952). Hardbound, 282 pgs.

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"A CENSUS OF BRITISH NEWSPAPERS & PERIODICALS 1620 - 1800" by Crane & Kaye, (reprinted 1979) This is the definitive reference book noting the early British newspapers, newsbooks, and magazines thru 1800, noting various holdings, & a few details on the publication dates. Included is a separate list of "British Periodicals, 1620-1800, Not Found In American Libraries" which gives a relative sense of scarcity. This title is often cited by us & other dealers as simply "Crane & Kaye". Hardbound with dust jacket, 204 pgs.

"A CENSUS OF BRITISH NEWSPAPERS & PERIODICALS 1620 - 1800" by Crane & Kaye, (reprinted 1979) This is the definitive reference book noting the early British newspapers, newsbooks, and magazines thru 1800, noting various holdings, & a few details on the publication dates. Included is a separate list of "British Periodicals, 1620-1800, Not Found In American Libraries" which gives a relative sense of scarcity. This title is often cited by us & other dealers as simply "Crane & Kaye". Hardbound with dust jacket, 204 pgs.

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2008-05-05T08:00:10-04:00

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"ANDREW BRADFORD, COLONIAL JOURNALIST - A Dissertation in English presented to the Faculty of the Graduate School in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy", by Anna Janney DeArmond  (1949)  272 pgs., paperback

"ANDREW BRADFORD, COLONIAL JOURNALIST - A Dissertation in English presented to the Faculty of the Graduate School in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy", by Anna Janney DeArmond (1949) 272 pgs., paperback

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1566-08-05

Early newsbook dated August 5, 1566 Only rarely have we had the great pleasure to offer the earliest of "newspapers" to our customers, being the German newsbooks dating from the 1500's. These "newsbooks", as they were called, were the predecessors of today's newspapers, being distinguished by having a specific date, reporting on current news, and having some semblance of the word "newspaper" in the title. This issue fits all three, being dated August 5, 1566, headed with "Newe Zeitung", German for "newspaper", and reporting on a battle of the Ottoman Muslim armies. Research of this issue notes that this issue has reports from Vienna (then capital of the Holy Roman Empire & cultural capital of Europe) focusing on the continuing efforts of the vast Ottoman Muslim armies led by Suleiman the Magnificent, who conquered an area equal to the size of the earlier Eastern Roman Empire based on Constantinople.The aim was to capture this major city in the Christian West to consolidate his gains in southern Europe. This was Suleiman's last campaign as he died during  the Battle of Szigetvar where 2,300 Hungarian defenders were annihilated by an army of 90,000 soldiers of the Ottoman Empire. The titlepage features a terrific engraving of the Battle of Szigetvar (see photos), which Cardinal Richelieu was reported to have called "the battle that saved civilization" and at which Suleiman the Magnificent died on his thirteenth military campaign. The imprint, noting that it was published by Han Zimmerman in Augsburg, Germany, is just below the engraving. Note: the year has what would be the "15" in abbreviation with a Latin character for "and" or "etc.", translating more exactly to "in the year etc. 66", meaning that some contemporary conventional terms have been omitted, in this case the century. This would be similar to our writing a contemporary date as "Aug. 5, '08".  Included with this issue is the British Library Integrated Catalog print-out which shows the year of publication clearly both in the title line and in the publisher/year line – so there can be no doubt as to the century of printing. This issue is complete in 8 pages with page 2 (reverse of the titlepg.) and the last leaf being blank as issued. Excellent condition & measuring 6 by 7 1/2 inches. A very rare opportunity to extend your newspaper collection back another century. Rarely offered.

Early newsbook dated August 5, 1566 Only rarely have we had the great pleasure to offer the earliest of "newspapers" to our customers, being the German newsbooks dating from the 1500's. These "newsbooks", as they were called, were the predecessors of today's newspapers, being distinguished by having a specific date, reporting on current news, and having some semblance of the word "newspaper" in the title. This issue fits all three, being dated August 5, 1566, headed with "Newe Zeitung", German for "newspaper", and reporting on a battle of the Ottoman Muslim armies. Research of this issue notes that this issue has reports from Vienna (then capital of the Holy Roman Empire & cultural capital of Europe) focusing on the continuing efforts of the vast Ottoman Muslim armies led by Suleiman the Magnificent, who conquered an area equal to the size of the earlier Eastern Roman Empire based on Constantinople.The aim was to capture this major city in the Christian West to consolidate his gains in southern Europe. This was Suleiman's last campaign as he died during the Battle of Szigetvar where 2,300 Hungarian defenders were annihilated by an army of 90,000 soldiers of the Ottoman Empire. The titlepage features a terrific engraving of the Battle of Szigetvar (see photos), which Cardinal Richelieu was reported to have called "the battle that saved civilization" and at which Suleiman the Magnificent died on his thirteenth military campaign. The imprint, noting that it was published by Han Zimmerman in Augsburg, Germany, is just below the engraving. Note: the year has what would be the "15" in abbreviation with a Latin character for "and" or "etc.", translating more exactly to "in the year etc. 66", meaning that some contemporary conventional terms have been omitted, in this case the century. This would be similar to our writing a contemporary date as "Aug. 5, '08". Included with this issue is the British Library Integrated Catalog print-out which shows the year of publication clearly both in the title line and in the publisher/year line – so there can be no doubt as to the century of printing. This issue is complete in 8 pages with page 2 (reverse of the titlepg.) and the last leaf being blank as issued. Excellent condition & measuring 6 by 7 1/2 inches. A very rare opportunity to extend your newspaper collection back another century. Rarely offered.

548456

7.35.2008

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Exceedingly rare 1566 newsbook... Over 440 years old... sup159n

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1566-08-21

German newsbook dated 1566 * Rare 16th century original * 443 years old Only rarely have we had the great pleasure to offer the earliest of "newspapers" to our customers, being the German newsbooks dating from the 1500's. These "newsbooks", as they were called, were the predecessors of today's newspapers, being distinguished by having a specific date, reporting on current news, and having some semblance of the word "newspaper" in the title. This issue fits all three, being dated August 21, 1566 (photos shows "XXI August...Anno XX.66"), headed with "Newe Zeitung", German for "newspaper", and reporting on a battle of the Ottoman Muslim armies. Research of this issue notes that this issue has reports from Vienna (then capital of the Holy Roman Empire & cultural capital of Europe) focusing on the continuing efforts of the vast Ottoman Muslim armies led by Suleiman the Magnificent, who conquered an area equal to the size of the earlier Eastern Roman Empire based on Constantinople.The aim was to capture this major city in the Christian West to consolidate his gains in southern Europe. This was Suleiman's last campaign as he died during  the Battle of Szigetvar where 2,300 Hungarian defenders were annihilated by an army of 90,000 soldiers of the Ottoman Empire. The titlepage features a terrific engraving of the Battle of Szigetvar showing troops storming a castle (see photos) which Cardinal Richelieu was reported to have called "the battle that saved civilization" and at which Suleiman the Magnificent died on his thirteenth military campaign. The imprint, noting that it was published by Han Zimmerman in Augsburg, Germany, is just below the engraving. Note: the year has what would be the "15" in abbreviation with a Latin character for "and" or "etc.", translating more exactly to "in the year etc. 66", meaning that some contemporary conventional terms have been omitted, in this case the century. This would be similar to our writing a contemporary date as "Aug. 21, '08".  Included with this issue is the British Library Integrated Catalog print-out which shows the year of publication clearly both in the title line and in the publisher/year line – so there can be no doubt as to the century of printing. This issue is complete in 8 pages with page 2 (reverse of the titlepg.) and the last leaf being blank as issued. Excellent condition & measuring 5 1/2 by 7 1/4 inches. A very rare opportunity to extend your newspaper collection back another century. Rarely offered.

German newsbook dated 1566 * Rare 16th century original * 443 years old Only rarely have we had the great pleasure to offer the earliest of "newspapers" to our customers, being the German newsbooks dating from the 1500's. These "newsbooks", as they were called, were the predecessors of today's newspapers, being distinguished by having a specific date, reporting on current news, and having some semblance of the word "newspaper" in the title. This issue fits all three, being dated August 21, 1566 (photos shows "XXI August...Anno XX.66"), headed with "Newe Zeitung", German for "newspaper", and reporting on a battle of the Ottoman Muslim armies. Research of this issue notes that this issue has reports from Vienna (then capital of the Holy Roman Empire & cultural capital of Europe) focusing on the continuing efforts of the vast Ottoman Muslim armies led by Suleiman the Magnificent, who conquered an area equal to the size of the earlier Eastern Roman Empire based on Constantinople.The aim was to capture this major city in the Christian West to consolidate his gains in southern Europe. This was Suleiman's last campaign as he died during the Battle of Szigetvar where 2,300 Hungarian defenders were annihilated by an army of 90,000 soldiers of the Ottoman Empire. The titlepage features a terrific engraving of the Battle of Szigetvar showing troops storming a castle (see photos) which Cardinal Richelieu was reported to have called "the battle that saved civilization" and at which Suleiman the Magnificent died on his thirteenth military campaign. The imprint, noting that it was published by Han Zimmerman in Augsburg, Germany, is just below the engraving. Note: the year has what would be the "15" in abbreviation with a Latin character for "and" or "etc.", translating more exactly to "in the year etc. 66", meaning that some contemporary conventional terms have been omitted, in this case the century. This would be similar to our writing a contemporary date as "Aug. 21, '08". Included with this issue is the British Library Integrated Catalog print-out which shows the year of publication clearly both in the title line and in the publisher/year line – so there can be no doubt as to the century of printing. This issue is complete in 8 pages with page 2 (reverse of the titlepg.) and the last leaf being blank as issued. Excellent condition & measuring 5 1/2 by 7 1/4 inches. A very rare opportunity to extend your newspaper collection back another century. Rarely offered.

548459

11.24.2008

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1624-01-01

VOX COELI, OR, NEWES FROM HEAVEN..., London, 1624 * Troubles between England & Spain * A 1624 newsbook "from heaven" This is an interesting newsbook, or perhaps better defined as a political pamphlet, with the extended title reading: "...or a consultation there held by the high and mighty princes, King Hen. 8 King Edw.6 Prince Henry, Queene Mary, Queene Elizabeth and Queene Anne; wherein Spaines ambition and treacheries to most Kingdomes and free Estates in Europe are unmas'd and truly represented, but more particularly towards ENGLAND, and now more especially under the pretended match of Prince Charles, with the Infanta Dona Maria." As an historical backdrop to this piece, religious tension between Protestant & Catholic kingdoms continued to threaten the stability of many nations in early 17th century Europe. Although King James of England was a devout Protestant, he was also the son of the martyred Catholic Mary, Queen of Scots, so his animosity against Catholics was much less than was ingrained in many of the English. James hoped to maintain the stability in Europe by encouraging an Anglo-Spanish alliance by way of a marriage between Prince Charles and the Spanish Princess Donna Maria. However such a marriage would mean that all children born to the couple would be raised Catholic.  When news of the proposed match became public the people of England were horrified. It was widely believed that a Spanish match would spell the downfall of Protestantism in England. Herein enters John Reynolds, the publisher of this pamphlet & a merchant from Exeter who sometimes dabbled in literature. He was very suspicious of Spanish ambitions and created this fictitious conversation among the various kings & queens of England as noted in the lengthy title (see above). Ultimately the six royals decide that such a marriage would be disastrous, save for Queen Mary. They take their decision to the "throne of the Lamb" where they report the outcome of their conversation. After reporting to the Blessed Tribunal the Almighty rebukes Mary for her unnatural hatred for England. Shamed, Queen Mary writes two letters, one to Count Gondomar (the Spanish ambassador in England) and one to all the Catholics secretly living in England. These letters are included with this pamphlet, as noted at the bottom of the titlepage. Note also that it is: "Printed in Elesium, 1624" (heaven). This newsbook/pamphlet is complete in 60 pages. The title page has an archival, transparent overlay, likely done to repair two tears. There is some damp staining to the latter leaves but not remotely causing any disfigurement or loss of readability. One leaf has loss to a lower corner which affects a total of 3 words, and another leaf has minor loss to a lower margin not close to any text. The item is beautifully bound in three-quarter leather with marbled boards, in very nice condition. Gold inking at the spine. Measures 6 by 8 inches.

VOX COELI, OR, NEWES FROM HEAVEN..., London, 1624 * Troubles between England & Spain * A 1624 newsbook "from heaven" This is an interesting newsbook, or perhaps better defined as a political pamphlet, with the extended title reading: "...or a consultation there held by the high and mighty princes, King Hen. 8 King Edw.6 Prince Henry, Queene Mary, Queene Elizabeth and Queene Anne; wherein Spaines ambition and treacheries to most Kingdomes and free Estates in Europe are unmas'd and truly represented, but more particularly towards ENGLAND, and now more especially under the pretended match of Prince Charles, with the Infanta Dona Maria." As an historical backdrop to this piece, religious tension between Protestant & Catholic kingdoms continued to threaten the stability of many nations in early 17th century Europe. Although King James of England was a devout Protestant, he was also the son of the martyred Catholic Mary, Queen of Scots, so his animosity against Catholics was much less than was ingrained in many of the English. James hoped to maintain the stability in Europe by encouraging an Anglo-Spanish alliance by way of a marriage between Prince Charles and the Spanish Princess Donna Maria. However such a marriage would mean that all children born to the couple would be raised Catholic. When news of the proposed match became public the people of England were horrified. It was widely believed that a Spanish match would spell the downfall of Protestantism in England. Herein enters John Reynolds, the publisher of this pamphlet & a merchant from Exeter who sometimes dabbled in literature. He was very suspicious of Spanish ambitions and created this fictitious conversation among the various kings & queens of England as noted in the lengthy title (see above). Ultimately the six royals decide that such a marriage would be disastrous, save for Queen Mary. They take their decision to the "throne of the Lamb" where they report the outcome of their conversation. After reporting to the Blessed Tribunal the Almighty rebukes Mary for her unnatural hatred for England. Shamed, Queen Mary writes two letters, one to Count Gondomar (the Spanish ambassador in England) and one to all the Catholics secretly living in England. These letters are included with this pamphlet, as noted at the bottom of the titlepage. Note also that it is: "Printed in Elesium, 1624" (heaven). This newsbook/pamphlet is complete in 60 pages. The title page has an archival, transparent overlay, likely done to repair two tears. There is some damp staining to the latter leaves but not remotely causing any disfigurement or loss of readability. One leaf has loss to a lower corner which affects a total of 3 words, and another leaf has minor loss to a lower margin not close to any text. The item is beautifully bound in three-quarter leather with marbled boards, in very nice condition. Gold inking at the spine. Measures 6 by 8 inches.

549286

8.96.2008

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1635-11-03

EXTRAORDINAIRE, Paris, France, October 15, 1635  (date in Roman Numerals: MDCXXXV). This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory by nearly 25 years. This is an "extraordinary" issue which published simultaneously along with the GAZETTE of Paris, the very first regular newspaper published in France which started just 4 years previous in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu. This small-size issue of 4 pages (measures 6 1/4 by 8 3/4 in.) All text is in French. A very rare opportunity for not only a rare title but one which predates anything of the like in most other European countries.  Also an excellent opportunity to add what is likely the earliest dated newspaper currently available to your collection. In excellent condition.

EXTRAORDINAIRE, Paris, France, October 15, 1635 (date in Roman Numerals: MDCXXXV). This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory by nearly 25 years. This is an "extraordinary" issue which published simultaneously along with the GAZETTE of Paris, the very first regular newspaper published in France which started just 4 years previous in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu. This small-size issue of 4 pages (measures 6 1/4 by 8 3/4 in.) All text is in French. A very rare opportunity for not only a rare title but one which predates anything of the like in most other European countries. Also an excellent opportunity to add what is likely the earliest dated newspaper currently available to your collection. In excellent condition.

541466

3.40.2008

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Exceedingly early newspaper from France... sup158a - ebay 545023

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1647-05-24

"A PERFECT DIURNALL OF SOME PASSAGES IN PARLIAMENT And from other parts of this Kingdome", London, May 17-24, 1647 This "newsbook" as it was called was the predecessor of today's newspapers. This is one of the earlier issues and titles we have had the pleasure to offer and is exceedingly rare in today's market. This issue is filled with a wealth of military reports during this critical time in British history.  Much on politics as well. The first article on the ftpg. begins: "This day by letters to the committee for Irish affaires came Newes very acceptable of the gallant proceedings of the Lord Inchequeen against the Rebells in Ireland, that he hath taken from the Rebells Dungarvan Castle, & the fort, Caperqueen and Drummany, the two last were surrendered on very easie termes..." with more (see for portions). Complete in 8 pages, clear archival strengthening at the margins apparently done by an institution as it is very professionally done (and barely visible at first glance), causing no loss of readability. Measures 6 1/2 by 8 1/4 inches. An opportunity to purchase one of the earliest dated periodicals available today.

"A PERFECT DIURNALL OF SOME PASSAGES IN PARLIAMENT And from other parts of this Kingdome", London, May 17-24, 1647 This "newsbook" as it was called was the predecessor of today's newspapers. This is one of the earlier issues and titles we have had the pleasure to offer and is exceedingly rare in today's market. This issue is filled with a wealth of military reports during this critical time in British history. Much on politics as well. The first article on the ftpg. begins: "This day by letters to the committee for Irish affaires came Newes very acceptable of the gallant proceedings of the Lord Inchequeen against the Rebells in Ireland, that he hath taken from the Rebells Dungarvan Castle, & the fort, Caperqueen and Drummany, the two last were surrendered on very easie termes..." with more (see for portions). Complete in 8 pages, clear archival strengthening at the margins apparently done by an institution as it is very professionally done (and barely visible at first glance), causing no loss of readability. Measures 6 1/2 by 8 1/4 inches. An opportunity to purchase one of the earliest dated periodicals available today.

557539

5.31.2009

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1659-03-24

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

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

555082

11.t.2008

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Newsbook from 1659...

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1659-04-28

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

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

545031

2.63.2008

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Rare Newsbook from 1659...

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1659-05-09

THE PUBLICK INTELLIGENCER, London, England, May 9, 1659  * Rare periodical * 17th century original - 1659 Here is an early "newspaper", formatted like a pamphlet but actually a news book, the predecessor of today's newspaper. Interesting content includes a report inside from "St. Sebastian" about the arrival of the "Spanish Gallions" from the West Indies, stating that the vessels "... are safely arrived at Cadiz, very richly laden having brought all the Silver and Merchandizes, which were gathered for these two years..." Another page has an American-related item, which is an ad that reads: "A Catechism containing the chief Heads of the Christian Religion. Published...for the use of the Church of Christ at New Haven in New England. By John Davenport Pasto, and William Hooke Teacher." Measures about 7 5/8 by 5 1/2 inches, is trimmed a bit close at the bottom, has a minor worm hole in the left margin, otherwise in very good condition. Over 300 years old!

THE PUBLICK INTELLIGENCER, London, England, May 9, 1659 * Rare periodical * 17th century original - 1659 Here is an early "newspaper", formatted like a pamphlet but actually a news book, the predecessor of today's newspaper. Interesting content includes a report inside from "St. Sebastian" about the arrival of the "Spanish Gallions" from the West Indies, stating that the vessels "... are safely arrived at Cadiz, very richly laden having brought all the Silver and Merchandizes, which were gathered for these two years..." Another page has an American-related item, which is an ad that reads: "A Catechism containing the chief Heads of the Christian Religion. Published...for the use of the Church of Christ at New Haven in New England. By John Davenport Pasto, and William Hooke Teacher." Measures about 7 5/8 by 5 1/2 inches, is trimmed a bit close at the bottom, has a minor worm hole in the left margin, otherwise in very good condition. Over 300 years old!

551484

8.68.2008

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1 EARLY NEWSBOOK ... uncommon title!

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1659-05-19

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

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

552988

8.83.2008

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1659-07-21

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

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

549019

4.28.2007

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1659-12-22

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

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

541471

11.59.2007

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1659-12-29

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

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

552485

7.98.2008

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1665-01-04

THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, January 4, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar).  This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published newspaper in the world. Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed itself from London to Oxford when this newspaper began, so issues #1 thru #23 were published in Oxford (actually published simultaneously in London & Oxford), and when the contagion had subsided & the Court returned to London this newspaper went with it and renamed itself "The London Gazette" with issue #24, and the rest is history. This is issue number 15. The front page has much mention of Admiral du Ruyter, the most famous naval figure in Dutch history (see photos).The balance of the front page, and much of the back page, is taken up with various military reports from Europe, including much concerning the Dutch (see). The back page also has mention that: "...17 prisoners from Newgate, who were aboard a Barbadoes ship, got off...went ashore...master of the ship made pursuit after them...". Of great significance is the note at the bottom of the back page which gives the week's tally of deaths. Keeping in mind that the Great Plague was ravaging England at this time, this brief report is a contemporary report of such deaths, reading: "The Account of the Weekly Bill at London runs this, Total 253. Plague 70. Decreas'd 77." It is always great to have period mention of the Great Plague. This issue measures about 7 1/4 by 11 inches, is printed slightly askew on the paper (common) but no print runs off the paper (see). Ample margin in most of the issue. An exceedingly scarce newspaper and a cornerstone issue for any early newspaper collection, being among the first few issues of the world's oldest continually published newspaper--and from the very brief period when it published in Oxford.

THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, January 4, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar). This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published newspaper in the world. Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed itself from London to Oxford when this newspaper began, so issues #1 thru #23 were published in Oxford (actually published simultaneously in London & Oxford), and when the contagion had subsided & the Court returned to London this newspaper went with it and renamed itself "The London Gazette" with issue #24, and the rest is history. This is issue number 15. The front page has much mention of Admiral du Ruyter, the most famous naval figure in Dutch history (see photos).The balance of the front page, and much of the back page, is taken up with various military reports from Europe, including much concerning the Dutch (see). The back page also has mention that: "...17 prisoners from Newgate, who were aboard a Barbadoes ship, got off...went ashore...master of the ship made pursuit after them...". Of great significance is the note at the bottom of the back page which gives the week's tally of deaths. Keeping in mind that the Great Plague was ravaging England at this time, this brief report is a contemporary report of such deaths, reading: "The Account of the Weekly Bill at London runs this, Total 253. Plague 70. Decreas'd 77." It is always great to have period mention of the Great Plague. This issue measures about 7 1/4 by 11 inches, is printed slightly askew on the paper (common) but no print runs off the paper (see). Ample margin in most of the issue. An exceedingly scarce newspaper and a cornerstone issue for any early newspaper collection, being among the first few issues of the world's oldest continually published newspaper--and from the very brief period when it published in Oxford.

567435

2.13.2010

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1666-01-21

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, January 21, 1666  * Very rare 17th century newspaper  * Plague & London fire time period  A very early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just the year before in 1665, and is still publishing today. A single sheet issue as was typical for the day, filled with reports from various cities throughout Europe. The back page has a report noting: "De Ruyter being well recovered of his distemper, is now at the Hague, in daily consultation with the States." Great condition, and nice to have this famous title from the year of the Great Plague as well as the Great London Fire. Very nice condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, January 21, 1666 * Very rare 17th century newspaper * Plague & London fire time period A very early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just the year before in 1665, and is still publishing today. A single sheet issue as was typical for the day, filled with reports from various cities throughout Europe. The back page has a report noting: "De Ruyter being well recovered of his distemper, is now at the Hague, in daily consultation with the States." Great condition, and nice to have this famous title from the year of the Great Plague as well as the Great London Fire. Very nice condition.

559867

7.91.2009

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1666-01-24

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 24, 1666  A very early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun in 1665, and is still publishing today. A single sheet issue as was typical for the day, filled with reports from various cities throughout Europe. The bkpg. has a small item from Bristol noting: "This day is arrived a vessel that came some time since from New England, and ran a ground..." (see). Very early mention of the "New World" in a newspaper. Note that by the Julian calendar in use at the time, this newspaper is actually from January of 1667. Great condition, measures 6 3/4 by 11 inches.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 24, 1666 A very early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun in 1665, and is still publishing today. A single sheet issue as was typical for the day, filled with reports from various cities throughout Europe. The bkpg. has a small item from Bristol noting: "This day is arrived a vessel that came some time since from New England, and ran a ground..." (see). Very early mention of the "New World" in a newspaper. Note that by the Julian calendar in use at the time, this newspaper is actually from January of 1667. Great condition, measures 6 3/4 by 11 inches.

566226

1.52.2010

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2009-12-22T06:22:03-05:00

Very early issue of the oldest newspaper in the world... cat172

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1666-01-24

566227

1.52.2010

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1666-01-28

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, January 28, 1666 (actually 1667 by today's calendar). * The Great London Fire It is very rare to find any period mention of the great London Fire of 1666 in newspapers of the day, certainly one reason being the dearth of publications in print at that time--very few beyond the London Gazette. The back page of this single sheet newspaper includes: "If any person have found any books or writings belonging to Arthur Tevor Esq. deceased, or to John Trevor, Esq; (lost in the removal in the late dreadful Fire) Let them give notice thereof to..." and further on is: "We are ordered to give notice that although the Herals Office, wherein the descents and Arms of the Nobility and Gentry of England were formerly preserved, hath been burnt by the late dreadful Fire in London, yet the books & records therein kept were happily saved..." (see photos below).  The complete issue and in very nice, clean condition. A rare issue with much desired content.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, January 28, 1666 (actually 1667 by today's calendar). * The Great London Fire It is very rare to find any period mention of the great London Fire of 1666 in newspapers of the day, certainly one reason being the dearth of publications in print at that time--very few beyond the London Gazette. The back page of this single sheet newspaper includes: "If any person have found any books or writings belonging to Arthur Tevor Esq. deceased, or to John Trevor, Esq; (lost in the removal in the late dreadful Fire) Let them give notice thereof to..." and further on is: "We are ordered to give notice that although the Herals Office, wherein the descents and Arms of the Nobility and Gentry of England were formerly preserved, hath been burnt by the late dreadful Fire in London, yet the books & records therein kept were happily saved..." (see photos below). The complete issue and in very nice, clean condition. A rare issue with much desired content.

553986

12.53.2005

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1666-03-29

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, March 29, 1666 * Earliest of newspapers to be had * Report on the plague Front page news from "Spain" includes: "The Queen of Spain in Acknowledgment of the good services and fidelity of the Servants and Family of the Late King....". From "Venice" is a report stating, in part: "We have very great probability that our Fleet by this arrived at Candia, the Navy' having been ready long since at Pharos...". On the reverse is news from "Lisbon" stating: "We are Very impatient to hear what success his Majesty of England's Ambassador hath had in the mediating od a Peace between us and Spaine...". By far the most historic content in this issue is at bottom of the second column with the weekly death toll from "the Plague", reading: "The Account of this Weeks Bill runs thus. The Total 224. Of the Plague 17. Decreased in all 9. Of the Plague 16." Very rare to find such mention of the Great Plague. Single sheet, little right margin wear but no text loss, otherwise in very nice condition..

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, March 29, 1666 * Earliest of newspapers to be had * Report on the plague Front page news from "Spain" includes: "The Queen of Spain in Acknowledgment of the good services and fidelity of the Servants and Family of the Late King....". From "Venice" is a report stating, in part: "We have very great probability that our Fleet by this arrived at Candia, the Navy' having been ready long since at Pharos...". On the reverse is news from "Lisbon" stating: "We are Very impatient to hear what success his Majesty of England's Ambassador hath had in the mediating od a Peace between us and Spaine...". By far the most historic content in this issue is at bottom of the second column with the weekly death toll from "the Plague", reading: "The Account of this Weeks Bill runs thus. The Total 224. Of the Plague 17. Decreased in all 9. Of the Plague 16." Very rare to find such mention of the Great Plague. Single sheet, little right margin wear but no text loss, otherwise in very nice condition..

544999

4.65.2008

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Effects of the Plague... executed for "coyning"...

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1666-07-02

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 2, 1666  * The Great Plague * Rare 17th century original This is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having begun just the year previous to this published date, and it's still printing today. Not only is this a very early issue (number 66) but it is from this significant year when the Great Plague was ravaging much of Europe, including England, and is also just two months before Great Fire of London. Relating to the Plague, printed on the front page is a death report from the town of Norwich in England which notes: "The Account of our bill of Mortality from June 20 to June 27 is thus. Buried in all 35, of the Plague 22, at the Post house 5."  Any period newspapers with mention of the Great Plague are very desired and increasingly difficult to find. Most of the rest of the issue is taken up with military reports from throughout Europe, including much on the British war with the Dutch with mention of de Ruyter. Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 7 by 11 1/4 inches and in great condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 2, 1666 * The Great Plague * Rare 17th century original This is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having begun just the year previous to this published date, and it's still printing today. Not only is this a very early issue (number 66) but it is from this significant year when the Great Plague was ravaging much of Europe, including England, and is also just two months before Great Fire of London. Relating to the Plague, printed on the front page is a death report from the town of Norwich in England which notes: "The Account of our bill of Mortality from June 20 to June 27 is thus. Buried in all 35, of the Plague 22, at the Post house 5." Any period newspapers with mention of the Great Plague are very desired and increasingly difficult to find. Most of the rest of the issue is taken up with military reports from throughout Europe, including much on the British war with the Dutch with mention of de Ruyter. Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 7 by 11 1/4 inches and in great condition.

554985

4.57.2009

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1666-07-02

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 2, 1666  * The Great Plague * Rare 17th century original This is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having begun just the year previous to this published date, and it's still printing today. Not only is this a very early issue (number 66) but it is from this significant year when the Great Plague was ravaging much of Europe, including England, and is also just two months before Great Fire of London. Relating to the Plague, printed on the front page is a death report from the town of Norwich in England which notes: "The Account of our bill of Mortality from June 20 to June 27 is thus. Buried in all 35, of the Plague 22, at the Post house 5."  Any period newspapers with mention of the Great Plague are very desired and increasingly difficult to find. Most of the rest of the issue is taken up with military reports from throughout Europe, including much on the British war with the Dutch with mention of de Ruyter. Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 6 1/2 by 10 3/4 inches. Browning at the margins, otherwise in very nice condition.

554986

4.57.2009

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1666-07-23

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 23, 1666  * Very early Virginia mention * The great Black Plague * Very rare issue from the 17th century An extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just one year prior in 1665 and is still publishing today--over 340 years later!  This is issue #72. And this issue has some desirable content. The front page has two mentions of the "New World", Virginia more specifically, in the very first paragraph of the front page with: "...passed by this Harbor the Virginia fleet from Ireland, bound for Bristol..." (see). Keep in mind this is just 46 years after the Pilgrims landed in America. Also of significance with this issue is the front page mention of the Great Plague. The year 1666 was noteworthy for at least two reasons: 1) it was a year in which the Great Plague was killing so many in England and elsewhere in Europe; and 2) it was the year of the Great London Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, just a few months after this newspaper was published. Printed on the front page is a death report from the town of Norwich in England which notes: "The Account of our bill this last week is thus. Buried in all 85, whereof of the Plague 65. Besides at the Post house 20, and at Brakindale 2."  Any period newspapers with mention of the Great Plague are very desired and increasingly difficult to find. The balance of the issue is taken up with with various news of the day from throughout Europe, much of it military related. The issue is complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 6 3/4 by 10 5/8 inches, has some browning at the edges but otherwise is in excellent condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 23, 1666 * Very early Virginia mention * The great Black Plague * Very rare issue from the 17th century An extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just one year prior in 1665 and is still publishing today--over 340 years later! This is issue #72. And this issue has some desirable content. The front page has two mentions of the "New World", Virginia more specifically, in the very first paragraph of the front page with: "...passed by this Harbor the Virginia fleet from Ireland, bound for Bristol..." (see). Keep in mind this is just 46 years after the Pilgrims landed in America. Also of significance with this issue is the front page mention of the Great Plague. The year 1666 was noteworthy for at least two reasons: 1) it was a year in which the Great Plague was killing so many in England and elsewhere in Europe; and 2) it was the year of the Great London Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, just a few months after this newspaper was published. Printed on the front page is a death report from the town of Norwich in England which notes: "The Account of our bill this last week is thus. Buried in all 85, whereof of the Plague 65. Besides at the Post house 20, and at Brakindale 2." Any period newspapers with mention of the Great Plague are very desired and increasingly difficult to find. The balance of the issue is taken up with with various news of the day from throughout Europe, much of it military related. The issue is complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 6 3/4 by 10 5/8 inches, has some browning at the edges but otherwise is in excellent condition.

554565

4.30.2009

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1666-07-30

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 30, 1666  An extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just one year prior in 1665 and is still publishing today--over 340 years later!  This is issue #74. And this issue has some desirable content. The ftpg. has two mentions of the "New World", Virginia more specifically, in the very first paragraph of the front page with: "...appeared in sight of our Castle 24 or 25 sail of ships, 2 or 3 we made to be Fregats & suppose them the Virginia fleet..." (see). Further on is mention of Barbados (twice), and further on still is a report beginning: "Yesterday arrived 22 sail of the Barbadoes and Virginia fleet...". Keep in mind this is just 46 years after the Pilgrims landed in America. Also of significance with this issue is the front page mention of the Great Plague. The year 1666 was noteworthy for at least two reasons: 1) it was a year in which the Great Plague was killing so many in England and elsewhere; and 2) it was the year of the Great London Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, just a few months after this newspaper was published. Printed on the front page is a death report from the town of Norwich in England which notes: "The Account of our bill this last week is thus. Of all Diseases, 147. Plague, 130. And at the Pesthouse, 7." Any period newspapers with mention of the Great Plague are very desired and increasingly difficult to find. The balance of the issue is taken up with with various news of the day from throughout Europe. The issue is complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 6 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches, has some browning at the edges, and is in excellent condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 30, 1666 An extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just one year prior in 1665 and is still publishing today--over 340 years later! This is issue #74. And this issue has some desirable content. The ftpg. has two mentions of the "New World", Virginia more specifically, in the very first paragraph of the front page with: "...appeared in sight of our Castle 24 or 25 sail of ships, 2 or 3 we made to be Fregats & suppose them the Virginia fleet..." (see). Further on is mention of Barbados (twice), and further on still is a report beginning: "Yesterday arrived 22 sail of the Barbadoes and Virginia fleet...". Keep in mind this is just 46 years after the Pilgrims landed in America. Also of significance with this issue is the front page mention of the Great Plague. The year 1666 was noteworthy for at least two reasons: 1) it was a year in which the Great Plague was killing so many in England and elsewhere; and 2) it was the year of the Great London Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, just a few months after this newspaper was published. Printed on the front page is a death report from the town of Norwich in England which notes: "The Account of our bill this last week is thus. Of all Diseases, 147. Plague, 130. And at the Pesthouse, 7." Any period newspapers with mention of the Great Plague are very desired and increasingly difficult to find. The balance of the issue is taken up with with various news of the day from throughout Europe. The issue is complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 6 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches, has some browning at the edges, and is in excellent condition.

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2.74.2009

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1666-08-06

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, August 2-6, 1666 World history notes that 1666 was perhaps the most "dismal" year of the 17th century, as the Great Plague ravaged England & other portions of Europe but most notably the crowded city of London where it is estimated up to 100,000 people succumbed to the plague, about  20% of the city's population. But many other cities of England suffered its ravages as well. The disease was historically identified as bubonic plague. Additionally the Great Fire of London happened in 1666, in fact less than a month after the date of this newspaper. Only two newspapers in England were published at the time of the Great Plague, the most notable being the famous THE LONDON GAZETTE, which is the world's oldest continually published newspaper having begun in 1665 and is still publishing today. So exceedingly few period accounts of Great Plague can be found. This issue is one. A front page report from Norwich dated August 1 notes that: "The Bill of Mortality for this last week is thus, buried of all Diseases, 145. Where of the Plague 125. Besides at the Pesthouse 5." it is very rare to find front page mentions of the Great Plague as others we've had were found on the back page. And this issue has a second mention of the plague--very rare as such--found at the bottom of the back page with a report from the King reading: * "He is likewise graciously pleased out of His Princely care, of the good of His subjects to order in his council that Bartholomew Fair, and Sturbridge Fair be put off for this year, to prevent the spreading of the Infection, which might otherwise be occasioned by them." See the photos below for both accounts. As if this content was not sufficient, there is also front page mention of the colonies with a brief item reading: "Tis day arrived here the Patrick, with another Vessell under his convoy laden with timber...and intends with the first fair wind for the Downs, with the Virginia and Barbadoes fleet." (see photos). A terrific issue with not one but two mentions of the Great Plague in a period newspaper from London! The balance of the issue is taken up with other reports from Europe, including some nice items on the historic British victory over De Ruyter and the Dutch. This issue is complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 6 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches. Some very light brownig at the top and a bit on the right side. An archival repair at the blank spine margin not touching any text. Generally in very nice, clean condition. One can only imagine what the owner of this actual newspaper thought when reading these reports in his local newspaper over 340 years ago. Holding this newspaper is literally holding 340 years of history in your hands! How has such an issue survived thru the years? This issue was kept by a library in a bound volume for over 300 years along with other issues of the same year, used by patrons and safely stored. We purchased this issue when it & others were likely microfilmed for posterity, or perhaps when the issue was deemed out of scope for that particular library. We now make it available--once again--to the general public.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, August 2-6, 1666 World history notes that 1666 was perhaps the most "dismal" year of the 17th century, as the Great Plague ravaged England & other portions of Europe but most notably the crowded city of London where it is estimated up to 100,000 people succumbed to the plague, about 20% of the city's population. But many other cities of England suffered its ravages as well. The disease was historically identified as bubonic plague. Additionally the Great Fire of London happened in 1666, in fact less than a month after the date of this newspaper. Only two newspapers in England were published at the time of the Great Plague, the most notable being the famous THE LONDON GAZETTE, which is the world's oldest continually published newspaper having begun in 1665 and is still publishing today. So exceedingly few period accounts of Great Plague can be found. This issue is one. A front page report from Norwich dated August 1 notes that: "The Bill of Mortality for this last week is thus, buried of all Diseases, 145. Where of the Plague 125. Besides at the Pesthouse 5." it is very rare to find front page mentions of the Great Plague as others we've had were found on the back page. And this issue has a second mention of the plague--very rare as such--found at the bottom of the back page with a report from the King reading: * "He is likewise graciously pleased out of His Princely care, of the good of His subjects to order in his council that Bartholomew Fair, and Sturbridge Fair be put off for this year, to prevent the spreading of the Infection, which might otherwise be occasioned by them." See the photos below for both accounts. As if this content was not sufficient, there is also front page mention of the colonies with a brief item reading: "Tis day arrived here the Patrick, with another Vessell under his convoy laden with timber...and intends with the first fair wind for the Downs, with the Virginia and Barbadoes fleet." (see photos). A terrific issue with not one but two mentions of the Great Plague in a period newspaper from London! The balance of the issue is taken up with other reports from Europe, including some nice items on the historic British victory over De Ruyter and the Dutch. This issue is complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 6 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches. Some very light brownig at the top and a bit on the right side. An archival repair at the blank spine margin not touching any text. Generally in very nice, clean condition. One can only imagine what the owner of this actual newspaper thought when reading these reports in his local newspaper over 340 years ago. Holding this newspaper is literally holding 340 years of history in your hands! How has such an issue survived thru the years? This issue was kept by a library in a bound volume for over 300 years along with other issues of the same year, used by patrons and safely stored. We purchased this issue when it & others were likely microfilmed for posterity, or perhaps when the issue was deemed out of scope for that particular library. We now make it available--once again--to the general public.

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5.32.2008

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1666-08-27

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, August 27, 1666 * The Plague original report * Early Jamaica * Earliest of newspapers to be had The ftpg. has a report datelined "Norwich, Aug. 22" concerning deaths from the Plague, reading, in full: "The Account of our Bill of Mortality for this last week runs thus, Buried of all Diseases 218, where of the Plague 201. besides at the Pesthouse 2." (see photos) A report from "Plymouth" has an early mention of Jamaica, reading: 'Yesterday arrived an Oporto Merchant from Jamaica, who assures us, that four Privateers from that Island in May last, possest themselves of the Island of Providence, and tha one Captain Smith is sent to thither to govern it." A back page report says: "The news of 22 Turks Men of Wars, said to be come out of the Straights, to intecept the New Spain Fleet, gives no small care to these parts; the great booty they met with in the two West-Indies ships they formerly took..." An 11 1/4 by 7 inch single sheet, has binding residue in the left margin, a small stain in the right margin, some lite foxing.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, August 27, 1666 * The Plague original report * Early Jamaica * Earliest of newspapers to be had The ftpg. has a report datelined "Norwich, Aug. 22" concerning deaths from the Plague, reading, in full: "The Account of our Bill of Mortality for this last week runs thus, Buried of all Diseases 218, where of the Plague 201. besides at the Pesthouse 2." (see photos) A report from "Plymouth" has an early mention of Jamaica, reading: 'Yesterday arrived an Oporto Merchant from Jamaica, who assures us, that four Privateers from that Island in May last, possest themselves of the Island of Providence, and tha one Captain Smith is sent to thither to govern it." A back page report says: "The news of 22 Turks Men of Wars, said to be come out of the Straights, to intecept the New Spain Fleet, gives no small care to these parts; the great booty they met with in the two West-Indies ships they formerly took..." An 11 1/4 by 7 inch single sheet, has binding residue in the left margin, a small stain in the right margin, some lite foxing.

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1666-09-03

ABSOLUTELY GENUINE NEWSPAPER FROM 1666 ! NOT A REPRINT THE LONDON GAZETTE, September 3, 1666 * Best of issues announcing the Great Fire of London This issue certainly ranks as one of the premiere issues of all 17th century newspapers, announcing one of the most tragic events of the period. This issue was published during the outbreak of what would be known as the Great London Fire, which destroyed much of the city of London. Since it was an early report, the article is found at the bottom of the back page of this singlesheet issue, beginning with the dateline: "London, Sept. 2 About two o'clock this morning a sudden and lamentable fire brake out in this City which continues still with great violence, and hath already burnt down to the ground many houses thereabouts..."  with further details (see the photos). The Great Fire of London, a major conflagration that swept through the central parts of London from Sunday, September 2 to Wednesday, September 5, 1666, was one of the major events in the history of England. The fire gutted the medieval City of London inside the old Roman City Wall. It threatened, but did not reach, the aristocratic district of Westminster (the modern West End), Charles II's Palace of Whitehall, and most of the suburban slums.  It consumed 13,200 houses, 87 parish churches, St. Paul's Cathedral, and most of the buildings of the City authorities. It is estimated that it destroyed the homes of 70,000 of the City's 80,000 inhabitants. The death toll from the fire is unknown and is traditionally thought to have been small, as only a few verified deaths were recorded. This reasoning has recently been challenged on the grounds that the deaths of poor and middle-class people were not recorded anywhere, and that the heat of the fire may have cremated many victims, leaving no recognizable remains. One can only imagine what the owner of this actual newspaper thought holding this issue in their hands and reading the report of the fire. I would suspect that the tragedy was well advanced already with the full impact & extent of the fire not to be know until two days later. Did the owner leave town? Did the owner survive? This newspaper was in the hands of a London citizen the morning after the fire began! It is extremely significant to find this early report in a London newspaper, and is almost certainly the very first report of the disaster. Also on the back page of this issue is a report concerning the Great Plague (see photo). How has such an issue survived thru the years? This issue was kept by a library in a bound volume since the 17th century along with other issues of the same year, used by patrons and safely stored. Eventually the issue was made available to the public, likely when the original was microfilmed for library patrons making it more accessible for research. It eventually found its way into our inventory of over 2 million original newspapers. The issue measures 7 by 11 inches and is in very nice condition. An exceeding scarce and desirable item, and certainly a cornerstone  17th century newspaper for the very best of collections. Our eBay Store tells much oabout our 31 years of experience in the sale of rare newspapers. Every item we sell is absolutely genuine. Shipped flat and protectively packaged along with a Protective Archival Folder for safe keeping. Tim Hughes (570) 326-1045

ABSOLUTELY GENUINE NEWSPAPER FROM 1666 ! NOT A REPRINT THE LONDON GAZETTE, September 3, 1666 * Best of issues announcing the Great Fire of London This issue certainly ranks as one of the premiere issues of all 17th century newspapers, announcing one of the most tragic events of the period. This issue was published during the outbreak of what would be known as the Great London Fire, which destroyed much of the city of London. Since it was an early report, the article is found at the bottom of the back page of this singlesheet issue, beginning with the dateline: "London, Sept. 2 About two o'clock this morning a sudden and lamentable fire brake out in this City which continues still with great violence, and hath already burnt down to the ground many houses thereabouts..." with further details (see the photos). The Great Fire of London, a major conflagration that swept through the central parts of London from Sunday, September 2 to Wednesday, September 5, 1666, was one of the major events in the history of England. The fire gutted the medieval City of London inside the old Roman City Wall. It threatened, but did not reach, the aristocratic district of Westminster (the modern West End), Charles II's Palace of Whitehall, and most of the suburban slums. It consumed 13,200 houses, 87 parish churches, St. Paul's Cathedral, and most of the buildings of the City authorities. It is estimated that it destroyed the homes of 70,000 of the City's 80,000 inhabitants. The death toll from the fire is unknown and is traditionally thought to have been small, as only a few verified deaths were recorded. This reasoning has recently been challenged on the grounds that the deaths of poor and middle-class people were not recorded anywhere, and that the heat of the fire may have cremated many victims, leaving no recognizable remains. One can only imagine what the owner of this actual newspaper thought holding this issue in their hands and reading the report of the fire. I would suspect that the tragedy was well advanced already with the full impact & extent of the fire not to be know until two days later. Did the owner leave town? Did the owner survive? This newspaper was in the hands of a London citizen the morning after the fire began! It is extremely significant to find this early report in a London newspaper, and is almost certainly the very first report of the disaster. Also on the back page of this issue is a report concerning the Great Plague (see photo). How has such an issue survived thru the years? This issue was kept by a library in a bound volume since the 17th century along with other issues of the same year, used by patrons and safely stored. Eventually the issue was made available to the public, likely when the original was microfilmed for library patrons making it more accessible for research. It eventually found its way into our inventory of over 2 million original newspapers. The issue measures 7 by 11 inches and is in very nice condition. An exceeding scarce and desirable item, and certainly a cornerstone 17th century newspaper for the very best of collections. Our eBay Store tells much oabout our 31 years of experience in the sale of rare newspapers. Every item we sell is absolutely genuine. Shipped flat and protectively packaged along with a Protective Archival Folder for safe keeping. Tim Hughes (570) 326-1045

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1666-09-24

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, September 24, 1666  * The Great Fire of London * The Great Plague One of the greatest calamities, and more notable events to strike London in its long history is the Great Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, 1666.  Finding period references to it are exceedingly difficult, as the number of newspapers publishing in 1666 was extremely small, this title certainly being the most significant. Page 2 contains a report of a Proclamation by the King asking residents to bring in surveys of their property concerning their losses from the Great Fire, for compensation. The text reads in part: * His Majesty having been graciously pleased by his late Royal Proclamation to command the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen of London, with all possible expedition, to cause an exact survey to be made and taken of the whole Ruine occasioned by the late lamentable Fire, to the end that it may appear, to whom all the Houses and Ground did in truth belong, what terme the several occupiers were possessed off, and at what rents, and to whom, either corporations, companies, or single persons, the reversion and inheritance appertained, so that provision may be made, that every man may receive the reasonable benefit of what may accrue to him or them for such houses or lands... with more. The full text of this report is seen in the photos below. Additionally, the front page has a plague death report from Norwich, reading: "The account of our Bill of Mortality for this last week runs thus, buried of all diseases155. Whereof of the Plague 140." This issue is complete as a singlesheet newspaper printed on both sides, and measures 6 5/8 by 10 3/4 inches. It is in very nice condition, with some browning to the top one inch, not affecting any readability (see photos below). A rarity to find a period newspaper with any reference to the Great Fire of London--and great to have this report in the London Gazette.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, September 24, 1666 * The Great Fire of London * The Great Plague One of the greatest calamities, and more notable events to strike London in its long history is the Great Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, 1666. Finding period references to it are exceedingly difficult, as the number of newspapers publishing in 1666 was extremely small, this title certainly being the most significant. Page 2 contains a report of a Proclamation by the King asking residents to bring in surveys of their property concerning their losses from the Great Fire, for compensation. The text reads in part: * His Majesty having been graciously pleased by his late Royal Proclamation to command the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen of London, with all possible expedition, to cause an exact survey to be made and taken of the whole Ruine occasioned by the late lamentable Fire, to the end that it may appear, to whom all the Houses and Ground did in truth belong, what terme the several occupiers were possessed off, and at what rents, and to whom, either corporations, companies, or single persons, the reversion and inheritance appertained, so that provision may be made, that every man may receive the reasonable benefit of what may accrue to him or them for such houses or lands... with more. The full text of this report is seen in the photos below. Additionally, the front page has a plague death report from Norwich, reading: "The account of our Bill of Mortality for this last week runs thus, buried of all diseases155. Whereof of the Plague 140." This issue is complete as a singlesheet newspaper printed on both sides, and measures 6 5/8 by 10 3/4 inches. It is in very nice condition, with some browning to the top one inch, not affecting any readability (see photos below). A rarity to find a period newspaper with any reference to the Great Fire of London--and great to have this report in the London Gazette.

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3.42.2008

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1666-11-15

<div>THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, November 15, 1666  * The end of the Great Plague * Rare 17th century original * Great fire of London year Issues of this very famous title--the world's oldest continually published newspaper--from the year of the Great Fire of London and the final year of the Great Plague, are exceedingly rare. This issue has reference to the Great Plague, with a small back page item from "Whitehall" which includes: * That Tuesday the 20th of this month be observed in the cities of London & Westminster & the several Parishes within the Weekly Bill of Mortality, as a Day of Thanksgiving to God for asswaging the late Contagion and Pestilence The Great Fire of London happened just two months previous, and is credited in part with greatly reducing the Great Plague. Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/4 inches, in great condition. This is just the 2nd year of publication for this newspaper, which began in 1665 and still prints today, over 340 years later.</div>

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, November 15, 1666 * The end of the Great Plague * Rare 17th century original * Great fire of London year Issues of this very famous title--the world's oldest continually published newspaper--from the year of the Great Fire of London and the final year of the Great Plague, are exceedingly rare. This issue has reference to the Great Plague, with a small back page item from "Whitehall" which includes: * That Tuesday the 20th of this month be observed in the cities of London & Westminster & the several Parishes within the Weekly Bill of Mortality, as a Day of Thanksgiving to God for asswaging the late Contagion and Pestilence The Great Fire of London happened just two months previous, and is credited in part with greatly reducing the Great Plague. Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/4 inches, in great condition. This is just the 2nd year of publication for this newspaper, which began in 1665 and still prints today, over 340 years later.

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6.c.2009

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1667-01-01

THE LONDON GAZETTE, dated in 1667-1669, from London, England.   This is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world.  A 17th century issue, from the decade of the Great London Fire and Plague.  The issue shown in the photo below is an example of the look and condition of the issue you will receive.  Printed on high quality rag paper.  Very nice condition  Background:  "When in the autumn of 1665 King Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, dated in 1667-1669, from London, England. This is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world. A 17th century issue, from the decade of the Great London Fire and Plague. The issue shown in the photo below is an example of the look and condition of the issue you will receive. Printed on high quality rag paper. Very nice condition Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 King Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

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1667-03-16

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 16, 1667  * Rare 17th century original * Earliest of newspapers to be had This is a very early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just two years previously and is still publishing today. Printed as a single sheet newspaper, as was typical for the period, the content is entirely taken up with various reports from Europe plus two small ads at the bottom of the back page Since this issue does not have any significant content, this is an opportunity to purchase a very early issue of this title t a relatively low price. Measures 6 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches and is in very nice condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 16, 1667 * Rare 17th century original * Earliest of newspapers to be had This is a very early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just two years previously and is still publishing today. Printed as a single sheet newspaper, as was typical for the period, the content is entirely taken up with various reports from Europe plus two small ads at the bottom of the back page Since this issue does not have any significant content, this is an opportunity to purchase a very early issue of this title t a relatively low price. Measures 6 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches and is in very nice condition.

559978

7.79.2009

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1667-04-22

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, April 22, 1667 * 17th Century Original This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The reverse has a report from "Deal" that says: "This Afternoon arrived here two ships from Virginia, one from Barbadoes, two from Lisbon, and about twelve West Country-men under the convoy of a Man of War." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in great condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, April 22, 1667 * 17th Century Original This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The reverse has a report from "Deal" that says: "This Afternoon arrived here two ships from Virginia, one from Barbadoes, two from Lisbon, and about twelve West Country-men under the convoy of a Man of War." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in great condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

556124

11.57.2008

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1667-08-29

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, August 29, 1667  * 17th Century Original  * Seventeenth century mention of St. Christophers  This SINGLESHEET issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The reverse has a report from "London" mentioning the arrival of two ships "...which spoke of some loss received by the English in an attempt upon St. Christophers...that there has since been a fight between... the English, and...the French ships, wherein the English having the advantage chaced them to the Isle of Martinico...". A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, August 29, 1667 * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century mention of St. Christophers This SINGLESHEET issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The reverse has a report from "London" mentioning the arrival of two ships "...which spoke of some loss received by the English in an attempt upon St. Christophers...that there has since been a fight between... the English, and...the French ships, wherein the English having the advantage chaced them to the Isle of Martinico...". A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

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11.57.2008

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1667-09-05

THE LONDON GAZETTE, from London, England, dated September 5, 1667. * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century mention of The Virginia Fleet This SINGLESHEET issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A report on the reverse from  "Plymouth" says: "The Virginia Fleet sailed from hence, and from Foy, on Friday, last are by contrary Winds put back again into this Port, and expect only a fair Gale to encourage them to pursue their Voyage." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, from London, England, dated September 5, 1667. * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century mention of The Virginia Fleet This SINGLESHEET issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A report on the reverse from "Plymouth" says: "The Virginia Fleet sailed from hence, and from Foy, on Friday, last are by contrary Winds put back again into this Port, and expect only a fair Gale to encourage them to pursue their Voyage." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

556738

11.57.2008

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1667-10-03

<div>THE LONDON GAZETTE from London, England, dated October 3, 1667. * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century bound for New England This SINGLESHEET issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A front page report mentions, in part that: "...Several Merchants touched here, and are again put to Sea, all of them bound for New England..." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper and would frame nicely. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "</div>

THE LONDON GAZETTE from London, England, dated October 3, 1667. * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century bound for New England This SINGLESHEET issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A front page report mentions, in part that: "...Several Merchants touched here, and are again put to Sea, all of them bound for New England..." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper and would frame nicely. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

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11.57.2008

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1668-03-26

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, March 26, 1668 * 17th Century Original This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A front page report from "Plymouth" mentions that: "...Several ships intending for New-found-land, Barbados, New-England and other places, that could not...sail with the last Fleet, may tomorrow put to sea, if the wind prove favourable." From "Venice" is word that "...a Squadron of our ships ordered to cruise...the Gulph of Zant, to convoy our Ships and secure them in their passage to and fro; and to defend them from the Pyrats of Barbary..." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in great condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, March 26, 1668 * 17th Century Original This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A front page report from "Plymouth" mentions that: "...Several ships intending for New-found-land, Barbados, New-England and other places, that could not...sail with the last Fleet, may tomorrow put to sea, if the wind prove favourable." From "Venice" is word that "...a Squadron of our ships ordered to cruise...the Gulph of Zant, to convoy our Ships and secure them in their passage to and fro; and to defend them from the Pyrats of Barbary..." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in great condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

556003

11.60.2008

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1668-07-16

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, July 16, 1668 * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century abundance of fish near Newfoundland This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The reverse has a report from "Waymouth" stating that: "Several vessels arriving here from Nants, inform us of a vessel of Dartmouth putting in there...from Newfoundland, affirming, that the English Fishery in those parts, had met with a more than usual plenty of Fish, and were in probability of making a quick and advantageous voyage." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition except trimmed a bit close along the right margin. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, July 16, 1668 * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century abundance of fish near Newfoundland This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The reverse has a report from "Waymouth" stating that: "Several vessels arriving here from Nants, inform us of a vessel of Dartmouth putting in there...from Newfoundland, affirming, that the English Fishery in those parts, had met with a more than usual plenty of Fish, and were in probability of making a quick and advantageous voyage." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition except trimmed a bit close along the right margin. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

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11.57.2008

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1668-07-20

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, July 20, 1668 * 17th Century Original This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The front page has news from Falmouth: "Yesterday went out to sea from this Harbor, the Constant Katherine for the Barbadoes, and the Prudent Mary for Leghorn, in company of several smaller vessels to the Southwards". A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches, minor fold rubbing, otherwise in nice condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Wikipedia: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, July 20, 1668 * 17th Century Original This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The front page has news from Falmouth: "Yesterday went out to sea from this Harbor, the Constant Katherine for the Barbadoes, and the Prudent Mary for Leghorn, in company of several smaller vessels to the Southwards". A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches, minor fold rubbing, otherwise in nice condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Wikipedia: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

558431

2.44.2009

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1668-08-03

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, August 3, 1668 * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century mention of Barbados and Virginia This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The reverse has a report from "Bristol" that says: "...lately arrived in this Port...ships from the Streights, Spain, France, with some from Barbadoes and Virginia...some of those from the Streights we have...confirmed, that the design of the French for establishing Trade at Madagascar, is wholly ruin'd, a great number of them having been killed by the Inhabitants, and the small remainder escaping to the Cape of Good-Hope..." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition except trimmed a bit close along the right margin with some unrelated loss. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, August 3, 1668 * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century mention of Barbados and Virginia This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. The reverse has a report from "Bristol" that says: "...lately arrived in this Port...ships from the Streights, Spain, France, with some from Barbadoes and Virginia...some of those from the Streights we have...confirmed, that the design of the French for establishing Trade at Madagascar, is wholly ruin'd, a great number of them having been killed by the Inhabitants, and the small remainder escaping to the Cape of Good-Hope..." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition except trimmed a bit close along the right margin with some unrelated loss. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

556741

11.57.2008

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1668-08-06

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, August 6, 1668 * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century Bridgetown, Barbados rebuilds with New England timber This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A front page report from "Lyme" says: "Yesterday arrived the Concord...in six weeks from Barbado's [sic]....They tell us that the Inhabitants of Bridgetown are busily employing themselves for materials for rebuilding that place, and have emploied [sic] many ships for the transportation of timber from New England." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition except some dirtiness in the masthead & unrelated text, trimmed close at the right causing minor loss of text on the reverse. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labeled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, August 6, 1668 * 17th Century Original * Seventeenth century Bridgetown, Barbados rebuilds with New England timber This single sheet issue is over 340 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A front page report from "Lyme" says: "Yesterday arrived the Concord...in six weeks from Barbado's [sic]....They tell us that the Inhabitants of Bridgetown are busily employing themselves for materials for rebuilding that place, and have emploied [sic] many ships for the transportation of timber from New England." A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in good condition except some dirtiness in the masthead & unrelated text, trimmed close at the right causing minor loss of text on the reverse. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labeled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

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1669-02-28

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, February 28, 1669 * Rare America mention * Early shipping reports The front page has a report from "Pendennis" that says: "...last week went hence several vessels homewards bound, most of them from France, and one from Virginia belonging to New-England bound for London, laden with Tobacco...Here are now in Port several vessels from Weymouth and Southampton bound for Newfoundland, one Ketch for Jamaica, and several other ships for France." Other news with some ads. Single sheet. There is an ink stain in the words 'Port' and 'bound'. Lite occasional rubbing not in this report. Overall in good condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, February 28, 1669 * Rare America mention * Early shipping reports The front page has a report from "Pendennis" that says: "...last week went hence several vessels homewards bound, most of them from France, and one from Virginia belonging to New-England bound for London, laden with Tobacco...Here are now in Port several vessels from Weymouth and Southampton bound for Newfoundland, one Ketch for Jamaica, and several other ships for France." Other news with some ads. Single sheet. There is an ink stain in the words 'Port' and 'bound'. Lite occasional rubbing not in this report. Overall in good condition.

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1670-01-01

THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's  Here is a genuine issue of this famous title, the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This newspaper is a bit "2nd rate" in condition, having minor disfigurements such as heavy foxing, edge tears, close trimming or other minor problems which allow us to discount the price considerably. This is not what we would classify as a "damaged" issue. A great opportunity to purchase a newspaper over 300 years old at a low price.  Singlesheet & printed on both sides.  A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collection.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's Here is a genuine issue of this famous title, the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This newspaper is a bit "2nd rate" in condition, having minor disfigurements such as heavy foxing, edge tears, close trimming or other minor problems which allow us to discount the price considerably. This is not what we would classify as a "damaged" issue. A great opportunity to purchase a newspaper over 300 years old at a low price. Singlesheet & printed on both sides. A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collection.

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1671-02-22

THE LONDON GAZETTE from London England. These issues cover the past 4 centuries being exactly 100 years apart from each other. The dates in this set are as follows: March 8, 1671; March 23, 1771; February 10, 1871  & July 16, 1971. These issues contain news of the day including much from England. This title is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world that is still published today. The format of this famous newspaper didn't change much over the 400 years save for the number of pages per issue, which have increased through the years. These issues also come in a elaborate 4 section acid-free folder for display. A very rare opportunity to purchase an issue of the same title for each of the last 4 centuries. These issues are in very nice condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE from London England. These issues cover the past 4 centuries being exactly 100 years apart from each other. The dates in this set are as follows: March 8, 1671; March 23, 1771; February 10, 1871 & July 16, 1971. These issues contain news of the day including much from England. This title is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world that is still published today. The format of this famous newspaper didn't change much over the 400 years save for the number of pages per issue, which have increased through the years. These issues also come in a elaborate 4 section acid-free folder for display. A very rare opportunity to purchase an issue of the same title for each of the last 4 centuries. These issues are in very nice condition.

Four Centuries! A one-of-a-kind set!

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8.71.2005

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1671-03-04

THE LONDON GAZETTE from London England. These issues cover the past 4 centuries being exactly 100 years apart from each other. The dates in this set are as follows:  * October 30, 1671 (338 yrs, old); October 8, 1771 (238 yrs old); October 6, 1871 (138 yrs old) & November 2, 1971 (38 yrs. old).  These issues contain news of the day, lots of royal related news.  This title is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world that is still published today. The format of this famous newspaper didn't change that much over the years except for the number of pages being increased in the later years. These issues also come in a elaborate 4 section acid free folder for display with the title and years nicely silk printed on the front. A very rare opportunity to recieve an issue of the same title for each of the last 4 centuries. These issues are in very nice condition. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

THE LONDON GAZETTE from London England. These issues cover the past 4 centuries being exactly 100 years apart from each other. The dates in this set are as follows: * October 30, 1671 (338 yrs, old); October 8, 1771 (238 yrs old); October 6, 1871 (138 yrs old) & November 2, 1971 (38 yrs. old). These issues contain news of the day, lots of royal related news. This title is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world that is still published today. The format of this famous newspaper didn't change that much over the years except for the number of pages being increased in the later years. These issues also come in a elaborate 4 section acid free folder for display with the title and years nicely silk printed on the front. A very rare opportunity to recieve an issue of the same title for each of the last 4 centuries. These issues are in very nice condition. Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

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1671-08-21

THE LONDON GAZETTE from London England. These issues cover the past 4 centuries being exactly 100 years apart from each other. The dates in this set are as follows: August 21, 1671; December 21, 1771; August 29, 1871; and September 23, 1971. These issues contain news of the day, lots of royal related news. This title is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world that is still published today. The format of this famous newspaper didn't change that much over the years except for the number of pages being increased in the later years. These issues also come in a elaborate 4 section acid free folder for display with the title and years nicely silk printed on the front. A very rare opportunity to recieve an issue of the same title for each of the last 4 centuries. These issues are in very nice condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE from London England. These issues cover the past 4 centuries being exactly 100 years apart from each other. The dates in this set are as follows: August 21, 1671; December 21, 1771; August 29, 1871; and September 23, 1971. These issues contain news of the day, lots of royal related news. This title is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world that is still published today. The format of this famous newspaper didn't change that much over the years except for the number of pages being increased in the later years. These issues also come in a elaborate 4 section acid free folder for display with the title and years nicely silk printed on the front. A very rare opportunity to recieve an issue of the same title for each of the last 4 centuries. These issues are in very nice condition.

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1.22.2007

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1674-01-01

LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's   This is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world.  A 17th century issue, from the decade after the Great London Fire and Plague.  The issue shown in the photo below is an example of the look and condition of the issue you will receive.  Printed on high quality rag paper.  Very nice condition. .  Background:  "When in the autumn of 1665 King Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's This is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world. A 17th century issue, from the decade after the Great London Fire and Plague. The issue shown in the photo below is an example of the look and condition of the issue you will receive. Printed on high quality rag paper. Very nice condition. . Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 King Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day. "

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1674-04-13

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, April 13, 1674 * Oldest continuously published newspaper in the world This single sheet issue is over 330 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. This title is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in great condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Backgorund: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day."

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, April 13, 1674 * Oldest continuously published newspaper in the world This single sheet issue is over 330 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. This title is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in great condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Fine and very early newspaper. Can easily be framed. Backgorund: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterwards through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meagre enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labelled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day."

558335

9.35.2007

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1674-12-21

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, December 21, 1674  * OLDEST CONTINUOUSLY PUBLISHED NEWSPAPER IN THE WORLD...  * Interesting ads from Europe...  This single sheet issue is 333 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. This title is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in great condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Historical  Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterward through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meager enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labeled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day."

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, December 21, 1674 * OLDEST CONTINUOUSLY PUBLISHED NEWSPAPER IN THE WORLD... * Interesting ads from Europe... This single sheet issue is 333 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. This title is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and is in great condition. Made of rag paper which was used back in the day (no wood pulp). Historical Background: "When in the autumn of 1665 Charles II sought shelter in Oxford from the Great Plague, he and his courtiers wanted newspapers to read, yet feared to touch "The Intelligencer" or "The News," which, coming from London, might be infected. Therefore Leonard Litchfeld, the university printer, was authorized and ordered to bring out a local paper. On Tuesday, November 14, 1665, the first number of "The Oxford Gazette" appeared, and it continued afterward through eleven weeks on Thursdays and Mondays. It was meager enough, but, though comprised in only two double-columned pages of folio, each number contained nearly as much matter as one of Roger L'Estrange's papers, and it soon became a formidable rival to those papers, especially as Thomas Newcombe, the old printer of the Commonwealth organs, was allowed to reproduce its sheets in London "for the use of some members and gentlemen who desired them. The plague was soon over and King Charles went back to Whitehall, but he was pleased with the Oxford effort and it was soon succeeded by "The London Gazette, which made its first appearance, labeled as No. 24, on February 5, 1666, and which has been kept alive, altering its size and character from time to time, down to this day."

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12.5.2007

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1676-05-09

Part Latin and part English document from Great Britain, being an obligation bond between two people. The top portion is in Latin and the bottom portion in English, with four signatures at the bottom. The bottom right still has most of two red wax seal present (usually missing), with two totally missing. The date is in Latin in the first paragraph but is also on the reverse as: "9 May, 1676". Very nice handwriting, on sheepskin, measuring 5 by 14 3/4 inches.

Part Latin and part English document from Great Britain, being an obligation bond between two people. The top portion is in Latin and the bottom portion in English, with four signatures at the bottom. The bottom right still has most of two red wax seal present (usually missing), with two totally missing. The date is in Latin in the first paragraph but is also on the reverse as: "9 May, 1676". Very nice handwriting, on sheepskin, measuring 5 by 14 3/4 inches.

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10.45.2008

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1676 document with 2 wax seals... sup160b

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