Catalog 275 (October - 2018), with remnants from last month's catalog...
Catalog 275+: This latest offering of authentic newspapers (Catalog 275) is comprised of over 300 new items, plus remnants from our previous catalog - a selection which includes: perhaps the best stock market crash newspaper, the iconic “Dewy Defeats Truman” newspaper, the Gettysburg Address (from the nation’s capital), a great map of America from 1776, Lincoln’s inauguration and inaugural address, a front page report of Washington’s death, and more, including an extremely rare issue of The Virginia Gazette from 1774 which includes reflective thoughts on the Boston Massacre.Noteworthy items from this current catalog, along with last month's remaining key issues, may be viewed at: Noteworthy Items
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Catalog 275 (October - 2018), with remnants from last month's catalog...
Catalog 275+: This latest offering of authentic newspapers (Catalog 275) is comprised of over 300 new items, plus remnants from our previous catalog - a selection which includes: perhaps the best stock market crash newspaper, the iconic “Dewy Defeats Truman” newspaper, the Gettysburg Address (from the nation’s capital), a great map of America from 1776, Lincoln’s inauguration and inaugural address, a front page report of Washington’s death, and more, including an extremely rare issue of The Virginia Gazette from 1774 which includes reflective thoughts on the Boston Massacre.
Noteworthy items from this current catalog, along with last month's remaining key issues, may be viewed at: Noteworthy Items
Whereas the combined catalogs (275 & 274) are shown below, the following links are intended to aid in quickly finding items by era:
• 1500-1799 (full view OR quick-scan "compact" view)
• 1800-1899 (full view OR quick-scan "compact" view)
• 1900-2015 (full view OR quick-scan "compact" view)
To view items from only the current catalog, go to: Catalog 275
Request a hard-copy or PDF version of this catalog by e-mailing us at:
• Request a PDF of the latest catalog
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Noteworthy items from this current catalog, along with last month's remaining key issues, may be viewed at: Noteworthy Items
Whereas the combined catalogs (275 & 274) are shown below, the following links are intended to aid in quickly finding items by era:
• 1500-1799 (full view OR quick-scan "compact" view)
• 1800-1899 (full view OR quick-scan "compact" view)
• 1900-2015 (full view OR quick-scan "compact" view)
To view items from only the current catalog, go to: Catalog 275
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Newsbook from the year John Smith landed at Jamestown...
Item #642470
January 1, 1607
Very early German newsbook dated on the title page: 1607. Titled: AUSSFUHRLICHER BERICHT which crudely translates to: "FULL NEWS NOTICE" done by an editor from Germany by the name of Antonius Quirinus.
Complete in 48 pages, the back leaf being blank with the 46th page having a decorative, ending embellishment. Measures 5 7/8 by 7 1/2 inches, one of the middle leaves has a professional r... See More
Reports on the Great Plague...
Item #617414
December 3, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 3, 1666 Near the top of the front page is a report from the city of Norwich on deaths from the Plague, reading: "We have this week (God be praised) a great decrease of the Sickness. Our bill running this; Buried of all diseases 19, whereof of the Plague 15." (see). The back page has a reference to the Plague with a report: "All persons concern... See More
Over 300 years old and at a lesser price...
Item #120198
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's (2nd-rate) A genuine issue of this famous title, the world's oldest continually published English language 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 ... See More
A 330+ year old newspaper...
Item #120730
THE WEEKLY PACQUET OF ADVICE FROM ROME, OR THE HISTORY OF POPERY, London, 1679-1682 An unusual anti-Catholic newspaper which had a short life before being suppressed. Measures 5 3/4 by 7 1/2 inches and in great condition. The issue shown in the photo is generic; the issue you receive will have a similar but different date from the years noted.
Providing a basis for killing a king...
Item #617159
July 26, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 26, 1683
* Charles II of England
* Assassination plot
On Saturday 21 July 1683, in the wake of the Rye House Plot to assassinate King Charles II and his brother James Duke of York, the Convocation of the University of Oxford passed its
judgment and decree: "... against certain pernicious books and damnable doctrines, destructive to the sacred persons ... See More
On the death of the King, and coronation of James II and Queen Mary...
Item #617183
March 9, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 9, 1684 Most of the front page is taken up by: "A PROCLAMATION - Declaring His Majesties Pleasure touching His Royal Coronation & the Solemnity thereof." which includes in part: "...to celebrate the solemnities of our Royal Coronation, & also the coronation of our dearly beloved Consort the Queen upon the twenty third day of April...n... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #559390
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's (2nd rate) An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published English language newspaper, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today. All are from the late 1600's, priced due to minor imperfections causing them to be 2nd rate. A great opportunity for authentic 17th century newspapers at a fraction of their typical cos... See More
Report on Parliament, from the 1600's...
Item #121061
VOTES OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, England, 1692 A rare British newspaper much the size of others of the day. Fine & lengthy reporting on votes and other actions in Parliament. Nice condition & rarely offered at such a price. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date--but will have the format a... See More
Over 300 years old...
Item #120350
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1695. This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format. This newspaper was published before any American newspapers even existed.A single sheet newspaper prin... See More
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #615807
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1696 An opportunity for a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This issue is well over 300 years old. Very nice condition with some minor foxing, single sheet, printed on both sides. A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collection.&nb... See More
Full page engravings from the 1700's...
Item #180035
A lot of ten engraved plates from "Gentleman's Magazine", London, all from the 1700's (though not dated). The lot may include foldouts, prints of buildings, diagrams, maps, etc. A few defects at the margins, some of the fold lines of multi-panel plates may be archivally mended from the reverse, but otherwise nice condition.
A variant and short-lived title...
Item #120190
THE REHEARSAL OF OBSERVATOR, London, England 1704-1706 A variant title --& earlier date--of the newspaper titled "The Rehearsal", and much less common. A single sheet newspaper printed on both sides measuring about 8 by 13 inches. The image shown is only an example of the layout and condition of what you will receive. Actual issues vary within the specifications given.N... See More
The oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #559480
THE LONDON GAZETTE A lot of five issues of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, all from the early 1700's (1712-1729), priced at a bargain due to being a blend of 2nd rate and slightly damaged issues. A great opportunity for authentic issues from the early 18th century at a fraction of their typical cost.
Unusual, short-lived newspaper...
Item #647156
THE VISIONS OF SIR HEISTER RYLEY: WITH OTHER ENTERTAINMENTS, London, 1710 Sir Heister Ryley, the fictitious editor of the Visions of Sir Heister Ryley, is a man interested in all fields of learning, a "stickler in the business of truth" and absolutely averse to siding with any political party. His little newspaper was a 4 page serial. It contained essays, letters and miscellaneous ... See More
Early and notable 18th century title... Addison & Steele...
Item #120488
THE SPECTATOR, London, England, 1711-1712 One of the more famous of the early newspapers and by the famed Addison & Steele. Nice condition, some light browning. A single sheet issue measuring 8 by 11 1/2 inches.
The Treaty of Utrecht (France and Portugal)...
Item #652006
THE POST-BOY, London, May 16, 1713 * Peace of Utrecht - treaty
* War of the Spanish Succession
This issue begins with: "The TREATY of Peace Between his Most Christian Majesty and his Royal Highness of SAVOY, Concluded at Utrecht, April 11, 1713.
This was one of the treaties of Utrecht. The Treaty of Utrecht was an historic agreement among various European powers, with France bei... See More
Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #636850
July 1, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, 1713 This editorial-format newspaper was edited by the famed Jonathan Swift at this time (of Gulliver's Travels fame), It promoted a Tory perspective on British politics, at a time when Queen Anne had replaced Whig ministers with Tories.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper as was typical of the day, 7 1/2 by 13 inches, nice condition.
At a reduced price... Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #180039
THE POST-BOY, London, 1720's (2nd-rate) A lot of 5 issues of this early title with the great masthead containing two engravings. Lightly inked or other minor problem causing them to be a bit '2nd rate'. Offered at a considerable discount. The generic photo shows what the newspaper looks like when in good condition.
Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #559396
THE POST-BOY, London, 1720's A lot of five issues of this early & decorative title with which great masthead featuring two engravings (see). Offered at a substantial discount. Single sheet and in good condition.
Handsome display newspaper from the early 1700's...
Item #120160
THE POST-BOY, London, 1723-1726 A very nice single sheet newspaper featuring two handsome engravings in the masthead (see). Various news from Great Britain and the continent of Europe, plus a partial red tax stamp on the reverse. Measures about 14 1/4 by 8 1/8 inches, nice condition and great for display.
Pre and post war perspective from Britain...
Item #180019
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England A nice lot of eight issues, one from each decade from the 1730's thru 1809. A nice group of complete issues covering a period of 80 years, each with full title/contents page which features an engraving of St. John's Gate (see). Each issue is complete (often excluding plates - if called for) and in nice condition.
Rare, early title...
Item #120257
FOG'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, 1731 A quite rare title from England with a very early date and a partial red tax stamp in a lower corner of the front page. Various news of the day both from England and the rest of Europe.Four pages, approximately 10 by 13 inches, a bit of foxing, overall very good. The image shown is only representative of the look (format) and condition of the issue you will... See More
Oglethorpe works with the Indians to settle Georgia...
Item #642690
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1733 The most notable item is the report taking three-quarters of a column and headed: "From Georgia" with a Savannah dateline, and reading in part: "Mr. Oglethorpe return'd from Charles Town...& found here the Chief men of all the Lower Creek Nation...to treat of an alliance with the Colony. Mr. Oglethorpe received them in o... See More
Early Masonic item... Health benefits of tea...
Item #642704
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1737 A report "From Rome" begins: "The Society of Free Masons, lately detected at Florence, makes a great noise..." with more (see). Also mention of a dreadful fire in "...Panama, in the Spanish West Indies...".Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "Proceedings & Debates in the House o... See More
The Garden of Eden... Much on early Hebrew history...
Item #654681
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1738
* The Garden of Eden
Certainly the most interesting article within this issue is one titled: "Account of the Garden of Eden..." which begins: "Moses tells us that the Ark rested upon the mountains of Ararat...And that afterwards mankind journeyed from thence & settled in the land of Shinar...
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* The Garden of Eden
Certainly the most interesting article within this issue is one titled: "Account of the Garden of Eden..." which begins: "Moses tells us that the Ark rested upon the mountains of Ararat...And that afterwards mankind journeyed from thence & settled in the land of Shinar...
Nice map of Caragena, Colombia...
Item #642714
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1740 There is a very nice & detailed full page map titled: "A Plan of Cartagena" (the northern Coast of present-day Colombia) with over a full page of related text (see). Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" which includes over half a column of reports from the colonies, datelined: "Newport in N
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The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #652656
March 17, 1744
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, March 17, 1743/4 (year double-dated for two calendars in use at the time. Would be 1744 by current calendar).
This was the very first successful magazine in America, preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short years.
As the subtitle reads: "Containing Accounts o... See More
The Jacobite Rebellion... Battle of Culloden with a print of the hero....
Item #640452
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1746 Included is a nice prelude to better content yet to come in this issue, although significant as well, being a detailed report headed: "Carlisle Attack'd by the Rebels", one of the more noteworthy battles in the Jacobite Rebellion, and very near its end. This article takes over 2 pages and is "To be continued".
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Map of South America... Treaty of Utrecht...
Item #640495
January 1, 1749
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1749 The prime feature of this issue is the very nice & detailed foldout map of "South America" which folds out to 9 1/2 by 11 inches. A very displayable & detailed map in great condition.
Among the articles within are: "Articles of the Treaty of Utrecht" between England and France, which takes over 3 pages and i
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Among the articles within are: "Articles of the Treaty of Utrecht" between England and France, which takes over 3 pages and i
Eighteenth century perspective from England...
Item #559498
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of ten issues of this famous newspaper covering at least 5 decades from the 1700's. All are in good condition. A nice way to gain Britain's perspective of world affairs from the 18th century.
Royal Naval Hospital in Gosport, England...
George Whitefield's Character of Man Justified...
Item #642749
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1751 There is a very nice foldout plate titled: "A Perspective View of the Royal Hospital now building for the Reception of Sick and Wounded Seamen at Gosport in Hants." (see). There is a related article on this as well.
Included within are: "Whitefield's Character of Man Justified" "Filtering Ciste
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Included within are: "Whitefield's Character of Man Justified" "Filtering Ciste
News from the French & Indian War... American Indian drawings...
Item #640064
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1756 Near the back in the "Historical Chronicle" is: "American News" which has a letter from Albany, & among other reports mentions that: "...Col. Broadstreet, with about 300 boatmen, were attacked by about 400 Canadians...Col. Broadstreet behaved gallantly and kept possession of a small island..." and a report
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18th century Scotland...
Item #559414
(5) THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, late 1750's and/or early 1760's A very early lot of five (5) newspapers from Scotland, with news of the day. A great period set at a considerable discount from the regular per-issue price. Average condition. The images shown are representative of the look and condition of those you will receive. While actual dates va... See More
Map of the Island of Martinique... Early American Indians...
Item #640093
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, March, 1759 Certainly the prime content in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of Martinico from the latest & best Authorities." with an inset labeled: "A Map of that Part of Guadaloupe where the English made their Defense, Jan. 23, 1759" The map shows considerable detail (see photos) and measures 8 3/4... See More
Battle of Quebec in the French & Indian War...
Item #642781
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1759 This issue contains a terrific & very detailed account of the Battle of Quebec, headed "Operations of the Army Before Quebec" and "Authentic Accounts of the Proceedings Before Quebec", taking seven pages of text and includes the "Articles of Capitulation Agreed on Between Gen. Townshend & M. DeRa
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Five different British titles from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #559420
An interesting lot of five newspapers, all different titles, from Great Britain. You receive at least one from each decade covering 1760's thru the 1790's, and all are in nice condition. Some may have red ink stamps (partial or otherwise). Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping. The photos are representative of the look and condition of what you will receive.
Pre-Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #559421
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, 1760's A lot of 10 issues of this famous & popular newspaper at a bargain price. A good set to show the state of affairs in England and the world shortly before the American Revolution. All are complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, & are in nice condition.
The French & Indian War... Montreal described...
Item #645906
October 9, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 9, 1760 The front page has an item headed "America" from New York noting: "...five transport vessels from Carolina arrived here having on board Col. Montgomery & the troops under his command...to proceed to Albany..." and more. Inside has another "America" report taking over a full column with news concerning the French &a... See More
Great map of the West Indies & America...
Item #580626
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1762 Certainly the prime feature of this early magazine is the terrific & very displayable foldout map titled: "An Accurate Map of the West Indies with the Adjacent Coast" as noted in the ornate cartouche. This map shows much of present-day Georgia & Florida to present-day Texas, with all of Central America and all of the Cari... See More
Pre-Stamp Act to just prior to the Revolutionary War...
Item #562418
THE LONDON CHRONICLE. A collection of ten issues, one from each year 1763 thru 1772, crossing the critical period from the just prior to the Stamp Act to just before the outbreak of the pre-Revolutionary War tensions. Each 8 pages & in nice condition.
Map of the borough of Westminster in London...
Item #640273
SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE FOR THE YEAR 1763, London, This "supplemental" issue was published at the end of the year and continued the similar format of the monthly issues although not having a full title/index page. Although the table of contents does take the top half of the front page.Among the articles are: "An Account of Guiana in S. America..." and... See More
Dutch West India Company getting into the slave business...
Item #650401
July 2, 1765
THE ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, July 2, 1765 Fro the year of the hated Stamp Act, but no mention of it here. The ftpg. has a letter from Newport, Rhode Island, and a mention from Senegal that: "...the Dutch West India merchants have entered very largely into the African trade & contracted with the Havannah Company to supply the Spanish settlements with an annual number of Neg... See More
Trying to work through the difficulties in America...
Item #643126
November 1, 1766
THE SCOTS MAGAZINE, Edinburgh, Scotland, November, 1766 Although formatted much like the more common "Gentleman's Magazine" this is a much more scarce title.
Inside has: "A Letter from the Merchants of Canada in Answer to one Received from a Committee of Merchants in London". This relates to the situation in America, & mentions in part: "...If your allusion ... See More
Uncommon 1767 provincial title with a decorative masthead...
Item #204514
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, 1767 (currently spelled Gloucester). Here is a very nice, four page issue from the year the Stamp Act was repealed and just a few years before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War in the colonies. This issue has a very nice & decorative masthead featuring engravings on either side. The front page also has a red-inked tax stamp. This issue contains various news ... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #652655
May 9, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Sept. 18, 1760, Nov. 3, 1763, May 9, 1767, Feb. 4, 1769, & arch 31, 1772. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in good condition, a few with some damp staining & some foxing. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies. Each measures about ... See More
Great and abundant content from America...
Item #642808
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1768 The inside includes: "American Transactions Continued" from the previous issue which takes over 10 pages with a great wealth of content concerning the growing tensions between England & the American colonies. Perhaps this lengthy text is summed up best with one paragraph: "...We wish & pray for the happy time w... See More
Boston: the nest from which all the evils have sprung...
Item #652331
November 7, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Nov. 7, 1768 A report from Charleston notes that: "About a dozen of the ringleaders of the late disturbance at Dr. Turnbull's settlement at the Mosquito Harbour in East Florida, we hear, have been secured...". This is followed by a lengthier report from Mecklenburg beginning: "Gov. Tryon has been here in person to command the militia intended against ... See More
Boston is causing trouble...
Item #652330
December 19, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Dec. 19, 1768 The publisher of this newspaper had Loyalist leanings, causing its demise before the formal outbreak of the Revolutionary War. Most of the front page is taken up with a continuation of: "Voltaire On History".
An inside page has a report from a navy officer to a friend in Philadelphia which includes: "The people of Boston have a behaved in s... See More
Patriotic plea by John Dickinson... John Hancock & his troubles...
Item #652606
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1769 Contents include: "A New Voyage to the West Indies, Giving an Account of the various Nations that dwell near the great river Mississippi, ..." which is extremely descriptive of the western lands of America and the native American Indians in the area (see for portions) and taking over 4 pages; "...Letter from General Paol... See More
News from America...
Item #601135
August 3, 1769
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 3, 1769 Page 2 has reports under the heading "America" with datelines from New Haven, Philadelphia and Newport (see). Other news of the day.
Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.
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