War of 1812
War of 1812
War of 1812 shipping embargo....
Item #213357
April 7, 1812
SALEM GAZETTE, Massachusetts , April 7, 1812 Page 3 has an atypically large head: "Another EMBARGO" and a brief report confirming the imposition of another embargo. Says the message reached Boston in 76 hours from Washington. Originally a 60-day embargo that was proposed by President Madison, it was changed to a 90-day embargo by moderate members of Congress who believed a peace
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The Embargo Act...
Item #215092
April 11, 1812
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 11, 1812 Page 2 has some great content concerning the Embargo, including a short statement signed by the President in which he requests that the "General Embargo" be enacted for 60 days (see), and this is followed by an item headed: "Embargo Law" which gives some details about an embargo, and then this is followed by the actual text of
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Vice President George Clinton's Death 1812...
Item #201201
April 23, 1812
SALEM GAZETTE, Salem, Mass., April 23, 1812.
* Vice President George Clinton's Death
A pg. 3 report headed " Death of the Vice-President" has details about the announcement of Clinton's death in the Senate and House. Also has the order of the funeral procession. Top and bottom of this report are black-bordered. Subscribers name written above the masthead, minor posting hole in the ... See More
Salem Massachusetts....
Item #208909
April 24, 1812
SALEM GAZETTE, Massachusetts April 24, 1812.On the front page under Land Embargo is: An Act To prohibit the exportation of specie, goods, wares and merchandise for a limited time, signed in type: James Madison. First leaf has a piece missing in the right margin, occasional foxing, otherwise in good condition. 4 pages.
Death of Vice President Clinton...
Item #587169
April 29, 1812
ESSEX REGISTER, Salem, Massachusetts, April 29, 1812
* Vice President George Clinton death
Page 2 has a black-bordered column headed: "Death of the Vice President" concerning the death & funeral of George Clinton (see photos).
Four pages, various wear at the margins, a bit irregular at the spine, some foxing.
George Clinton's death...
Item #217834
April 30, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, April 30, 1812
* Vice President George Clinton's Death
Pg. 2 has a notice from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts stating in part: "It being officially announced, that GEORGE CLINTON...the Vice President...expired on the 20th inst. the Governor proposes...that...the usual Badge of Mourning, on this sorrowful occasion, be worn for one month
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* Vice President George Clinton's Death
Pg. 2 has a notice from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts stating in part: "It being officially announced, that GEORGE CLINTON...the Vice President...expired on the 20th inst. the Governor proposes...that...the usual Badge of Mourning, on this sorrowful occasion, be worn for one month
Presidential nomination...
Item #591269
May 23, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, May 23, 1812 Under the article heading "Presidential Nomination" is "...For James JAMES MADISON, 82 -- No other person being voted for... On motion of Mr. Campbell of Ten. it was then Resolved, As the sense of this meeting, that JAMES MADISON, of the State of Virginia, be commended as a proper person to fill the office of President, for four... See More
Our foreign policy from the War of 1812...
Item #595793
June 9, 1812
SUPPLEMENT TO THE CONNECTICUT HERALD, June 9, 1812 The entire four page issue is taken up with various "Correspondence" with an introductory note signed by the President: James Madison, which includes: "I communicate to Congress...correspondence of the Secretary of State & the Minister Plenipotentiary of the U.S. at Paris. These documents will place before Congress t... See More
Bank of the United States... Bank of America...
Item #581045
June 22, 1812
CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, June 22, 1812 The last column on the back page of this issue has a notice concerning the creation of the Bank of America with the various specifics on the sale of shares. Several of the details concerning the value of shares of the Bank of the United States--whose charter expired in 1811--for the purchase of stock in the Bank of America, noting that every share ... See More
The War of 1812 is declared...
Item #219369
June 26, 1812
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, June 26, 1812 On page 3 near the top of the second column is A Proclamation issued by President James Madison confirming the Congress declaration of war against Great Britain, stating in part: "Now therefore, I JAMES MADISON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the same..." The Proclamation, dated June 12, 1812, is sign
Proclamation for day of humiliation and prayer...
Item #593460
July 18, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, July 18, 1812 The front page page of this issue contains "A Proclamation" from the president for "...a day of public humiliation and prayer:.. to offer, at one and the same time, their common vows, and adorations to Almighty God... of seeking his merciful forgiveness, and his assistance... that in the present season of calamity and war... ca... See More
Enormous creature...
Item #151244
August 15, 1812
NEW YORK HERALD, August 15, 1812 A back page notice for the: "Mommoth Turtle In Scudder's American Museum" takes nearly half a column and offers many details about this enormous creature. Includes a rather large woodcut of the turtle's head as well.
This is complete in 4 pages with some scattered lite foxing, otherwise is in good condition.
James Madison 1812...
Item #216327
August 17, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Aug. 17, 1812
* James Madison Acts
* James Madison Acts
* Riots in Balitmore, Maryland
On the front page under LAWS are three Acts each signed in type: James Madison. Also has the Report Of the Committee appointed to inquire into the Causes and Extent of the late Commotions in Baltimore. Concludes on pg. 2. Other news of the day throughout the 4 pages. Goo
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Printed exclusively to report on the War of 1812...
Item #552042
August 29, 1812
THE WAR, New York, August 29, 1812
* Printed exclusively to report on the War of 1812
This is a fascinating, short-lived newspaper, having begun in 1812 with the exclusive purpose of reporting on the War of 1812 (hence the title). When the war ended, so did this newspaper.
Most of the ftpg. is taken up with a continuation of: "Address of the Minority In Congress", continu... See More
General Hull surrenders Detroit to the British...
Item #597877
September 30, 1812
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Sept. 30, 1812 At the bottom of the front page is just the beginning of: "Official Despatches from General Hull" which carries over to pg. 2 where the first is signed: W. Hull. This is followed by another very lengthy letter datelined at Fort George, Aug. 26, 1812, which begins: "Enclosed are the articles of capitulation by ... See More
General Hull surrenders Detroit to the British...
Item #597878
September 30, 1812
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Sept. 30, 1812 At the bottom of the front page is just the beginning of: "Official Despatches from General Hull" which carries over to pg. 2 where the first is signed: W. Hull. This is followed by another very lengthy letter datelined at Fort George, Aug. 26, 1812, which begins: "Enclosed are the articles of capitulation by ... See More
The Frigate President captures Packet Swallow... Announcing the beginning of the "Baltimore Patriot"...
Item #596738
November 19, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Massachusetts, November 19, 1812 Under the "By the Last Mails" heading on page two, is the "Official" report from John Rodgers on the capture of the British Packet Swallow by the Frigate President. "...SIR - I have the honor to acquaint you that on the 15 inst. near the Grand Bank, this ship, the Congress in company, capture the B... See More
Wasp Captures Frolic...
Item #597283
December 3, 1812
AURORA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, December 3, 1812 The front page has a header "Splendid Naval Victory!" which is a "Copy of a letter from Captain Jones, late of the U. States sloop of war the Wasp, to the Secretary of the Navy, dates New York, 24th, November, 1812..." pertaining to the Wasp capture of the British Frolic. Nice detailed report.
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Wasp Captures Frolic...
Item #600282
December 5, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, Dec. 5, 1812 This newspaper actually has much content concerning the War of 1812, but one of the more historic reports is that found on an inside page concerning the naval battle of the Wasp and Frolic. There are actually two such reports in this issue, both shown in the photos below.
Other War of 1812 reports are found under the heading: "Even... See More
Item #151416
January 1, 1813
THE STAR , London, England, 1813 This newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rags when making newsprint at that time.
This 4 page issue contains news of the day and various interesting advertisements which give a sense of what life was like during the War of 1812. This issue has a partial red-ink stamps on the upper right hand corner. See!
A newspaper which existed solely to report on the War of 1812...
Item #153127
January 1, 1813
THE WAR, New York, 1812-1814 Here is a fascinating quarto-size newspaper which started in 1812 and ended at the conclusion of the War of 1812. The expressed purpose of this newspaper was to report events of the War of 1812, and almost all text on all 4 pages deals exclusively with just that. Uncommon newspaper for any war collection with very detailed reading. Nice.
The War of 1812...
Item #207496
January 1, 1813
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, dated during the War of 1812. The issue you will receive is similar to the issues shown in the image - slight wear, minor staining and foxing, etc.. The issue will be dated from during the War of 1812, and will have war related news and news of the day. A great issue to own at an incredible price.
The 1813 Carrier's Address...
Item #153566
January 4, 1813
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Jan. 4, 1813 Taking a full column on the front page is: The Carrier Of The Independent Chronicle To Its Patrons being the carriers address. Bit of stray writing in the margin above the masthead, two foxing spots in unrelated text, occasional foxing.
Portrait of Mrs. Madison...
Item #554147
January 19, 1813
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., January 19, 1813
* Concerning Dolly Madison
Back page has a notice: "Portrait Of Mrs. Madison. Just Published by R. C. Weightman, A Portrait of Mrs. Madison, engraved by Edwin, from a painting by Stuart" & the prices.
News of the day with several advertisements throughout. Some foxing, otherwise good. 4 pages.
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USS Constitution vs Java...
Item #599000
February 19, 1813
AURORA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 19, 1813 The front page of the issue has a headline "ANOTHER NAVAL VICTORY!" "...On the 20th of December, off St. Salvadore, the Constitution, capt. Bainbridge, fell in with the British frigate Java, of 38 guns (mounting 49) and 400 men. After an action of one hour and forty-five minutes, the Java struck, with the loss of 60 killed ... See More
James Madison is re-inaugurated...
Item #570096
March 13, 1813
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 13, 1813
* President James Madison inauguration
The ftpg. has a two column wide item headed: "Impressment of Seamen, the Only Remaining Pretext For the War ! " with text taking half of the page.
Page 2 has: "Re-Inauguration" which begins: "Yesterday His Excellency James Madison retook the oaths of office, previous to entering... See More
Biography of Daniel Boone...
Item #598205
March 13, 1813
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 13, 1813 Being from the midst of the War of 1812 it is not surprise that much of the content within these pages related to the war, with some nice battle (land and naval) reports.
But the key content in this issue is found in the "Supplementary" issue which accompanies it, containing on pages 1 thru 4 an: "Interesting Biography" &quo... See More
War of 1812...
Item #592419
April 12, 1813
CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, April 12, 1813 Page 2 has much on the War of 1812 including: "Impressment", a letter from Canandaigua which begins: "Last week appearances indicated another attempt to invade Canada..."; "Trouble With The Blacks" with details (see); "British Captures" "The War" and other items.
Four pages, great condition.
Interesting Judaica content...
Item #585613
May 1, 1813
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1813
* Judaica - Jewish - Jews
An inside page has an article which begins: "The following List of Jews is supposed to preserve the names of the first settlers here of that nation...Though the re-admission of the Jews was a matter largely discussed in the time of the Protector, their return did not take place until after the Restoration. ... See More
Interesting Judaica content...
Item #585669
May 1, 1813
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1813
* Judaica - Jewish - Jews
An inside page has an article which begins: "The following List of Jews is supposed to preserve the names of the first settlers here of that nation...Though the re-admission of the Jews was a matter largely discussed in the time of the Protector, their return did not take place until after the Restoration. ... See More
1813 Jaquar ad...
Item #575855
August 17, 1813
THE AMERICAN MERCURY, Hartford, Connecticut, August 17, 1813
* Jaguar exhibition ad w/ print
* Nice masthead engraving
A handsome engraving of a heraldic eagle in the masthead (see) and with various news of the day and several advertisements including a illustrated ad on page 3 titled: "JAGUAR Or The American Tiger"
Complete in 4 pages, various light f... See More
The War of 1812...
Item #595827
September 3, 1813
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, Sept. 3, 1813 Page 2 has: "The Descent on Plattsburgh" which is very detailed & takes over 1 1/2 columns; "British Barbarity" and other items. Page 3 has: "Desperate Action" and the back page includes: "Events of the War--Official Despatch: Letter from Commodore Chauncey to the Secretary of the Navy" followed by:... See More
Commodore Perry and Gen. Harrison...
Item #572048
October 2, 1813
NEW-YORK SPECTATOR, New York, October 2, 1813 The frontpage of this issue contains a header "Private Correspondence" with the dateline "Chilicothe, (Ohio) Sept. 17" which contains reports on Commodore Perry and Gen. Harrison. "Gen. Harrison had marched his whole force to the margin of the lake, ready to embark the moment of the return of the fleet. It was believed the Brit... See More
Very early report from New Mexico... The War of 1812...
Item #596214
November 13, 1813
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 13, 1813 The front page has: "War On The Canada Border" "Gen. Hampton's Retreat" "Irruption From Canada" "The Civil War In New Mexico" "War on the Potomac" and more. Inside includes: "Invasion of Lower Canada" "War Against Neutrals" "Memoranda--Capture of the Argus--Recent Br... See More
The War of 1812...
Item #593901
November 24, 1813
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 24, 1813 The front page has: "Harrison & Perry!!!" is a political statement (see). Inside has: "Expedition To Canada--Gen. Hampton's Excursion" "The Campaign Closed" "The Glorious Expedition" and other items.
Four pages, light dirtiness, generally good.
James Madison Embargo...
Item #203965
January 1, 1814
COLUMBIAN PHENIX: OR, PROVIDENCE PATRIOT, Providence, RI., Jan. 1, 1814.
* James Madison embargo act
* Creek Indian War
Beginning on the front page and concluding on page 2 is: "An Act Laying an Embargo on all ships and vessels in the ports and harbors of the United States", signed in type: James Madison. Also a message signed in type by Madison recommending enactment of the embargo. Pag
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Beginning on the front page and concluding on page 2 is: "An Act Laying an Embargo on all ships and vessels in the ports and harbors of the United States", signed in type: James Madison. Also a message signed in type by Madison recommending enactment of the embargo. Pag
The War of 1812 comes to Buffalo...
Item #598461
January 8, 1814
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 8, 1814 Over half of the front page is taken up with: "Official Accounts Of the Complete Defeat of Bonaparte in Saxony". Page 2 has: "Destruction Of Buffalo" "Prospects of Peace!" "Latest From Washington" "Invasion Reported" and more.
Four pages, light damp staining, some archival mends.
Napoleon Defeated at Leipzig...
Item #211737
January 11, 1814
CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, January 11, 1814 The front page of this issue has a report bout the decisive defeat of Napoleon by the allied forces in the historic Battle of the Nations at Leipzig. Hereafter is a detailed account of the battle, signed in type by British general, Charles Stewart.
There is a second report from General Stewart which provides additional particulars about the battle, ... See More
Item #151287
February 7, 1814
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Feb. 7, 1814 The last page has an ad for: "Diseases of the Eyes Are Attended To By Joshua Thomas, M. D." Above this a woodcut of an eye. Generally good condition.
Item #569106
February 12, 1814
THE STRANGER, Albany, New York, April 23, 1814
* Rare miniature newspaper
An unusual & curious small-size newspaper with eclectic content, although mostly literary in theme. This title lasted for less than one year from 1813 to 1814.
Measures 8 1/4 by 5 inches with 16 pages, nice condition.
Three Acts of Congress by James Madison...
Item #153561
February 15, 1814
AMERICAN MERCURY, Hartford, Feb. 15, 1814 Front page has three "Acts" each signed in type: James Madison. Lite fold rubbing, stray notations at the top of pg. 3, archival mend to a small tear at the top of each leaf, occasional foxing.
Much on the exploits of General Dearborn...
Item #562762
March 8, 1814
THE WAR, New York, March 8, 1814 This is a very interesting newspaper as it existed for one purpose: to report the news from the War of 1812. It began publication shortly after the war began, & ceased to publish once the war was over.
The entire front page is taken up with "Documents" being "Correspondence between the Secretary of War and Major-General Dearborn" whic... See More
War of 1812... John Armstrong Jr....
Item #561352
March 15, 1814
THE WAR, New York, March 15, 1814
* War of 1812 original reading
* John Armstrong Jr.
This is a short-lived newspaper, having begun in 1812 with the exclusive purpose of reporting on the War of 1812 (hence the title). When the war ended, so did this newspaper.
Most of the front page is taken up with: "Documents...Correspondence between the Secretary of War & Brig. Genera... See More
Much on naval events in the War of 1812...
Item #562767
March 29, 1814
THE WAR, New York, March 29, 1814
This is a very interesting newspaper as it existed for one purpose: to report the news from the War of 1812. It began publication shortly after the war began, & ceased to publish once the war was over.
The entire ftpg. has several correspondences concerning: "...explaining the causes of the failure of our arms on the Northern Frontier." including... See More
Dexter-Gray governor ticket...
Item #151534
March 31, 1814
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, 1814 A ftpg. political ad supports the Dexter-Gray ticket for governor & Lieut. Gov. Just above the ad is a small woodcut of a ship that has a banner with: "Don't Give Up The Ship." Traces of foxing, otherwise mostly nice.
Huge & graphic political ad...
Item #562314
April 2, 1814
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 2, 1814
* Huge & graphic political ad
The front page of this issue is dominated by a very large engraving of a ship, part of a political notice in support of Caleb Strong for governor. Note that the flag on the tallest mast bears his name, with political slogans on the other flags. Much text as well.
Four pages, very decorative, various light foxi... See More
James Madison's urges the repeal of the Embargo...
Item #596219
April 2, 1814
DAILY FEDERAL REPUBLICAN, Georgetown, District of Columbia, April 2, 1814 The front page is filled with ads including a "30 Dollars Reward" for a runaway slave, with much detail, and another as well (see). Page 3 has: "Repeal of the Embargo" "When The Steed is Stolen Shut The Stable Door" "Demonstration" "The Embargo" which is a document sign... See More
Many war reports from Wilkinson and Armstrong...
Item #553906
April 19, 1814
THE WAR, New York, April 19, 1814 This is a very interesting newspaper as it existed for one purpose: to report the news from the War of 1812. It began publication shortly after the war began, & ceased to publish once the war was over.
The ftpg. is filled with various "Documents" relating to the War of 1812, including two letters from Gen. Wilkinson to the Secretary of War.&nb... See More
Huge eagle in the masthead...
Item #597570
June 28, 1814
PHILADELPHIA MERCANTILE ADVERTISER, June 28, 1814 Perhaps the finest feature of this issue is the front page, as it is totally taken up with ads, and the masthead features a huge eagle with a nearly 7 inch wingspread. Very displayable and from during the War of 1812.
Four pages, nice condition.
James Madison... War of 1812...
Item #594622
July 8, 1814
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, July 8, 1814 Inside has War of 1812 content with: "War In The Patuxent" "Fall of Lt. Col. Forsyth" reported in an dispatch from Plattsburgh; "British In Florida" with a Milledgeville, Ga., dateline; "Bomb Proof Torpedo" "Indian Massacre!!" "A Proclamation" by the President..." signed in type: James... See More
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