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Catalog 269, released for April, 2018, with scattered remnants of Catalog 268...

This latest offering of authentic newspapers (Catalog 269) is comprised of nearly 350 new items, plus remnants from our previous catalog. Some of the noteworthy content includes: a great stock market crash newspaper, the famous “Dewey Defeats Truman” newspaper, the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown, Wyatt Earp in a Tombstone newspaper, consideration of a compromise to full independence, a newspaper printed onboard a transcontinental railroad train, and more. All key items from the current and previous catalogs may be viewed at: Noteworthy Items

Whereas the combined catalogs (269 & 268) are shown below, the following links are intended to aid in quickly finding items by era:

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          • 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 269


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Catalog 269, released for April, 2018, with scattered remnants of Catalog 268...

This latest offering of authentic newspapers (Catalog 269) is comprised of nearly 350 new items, plus remnants from our previous catalog. Some of the noteworthy content includes: a great stock market crash newspaper, the famous “Dewey Defeats Truman” newspaper, the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown, Wyatt Earp in a Tombstone newspaper, consideration of a compromise to full independence, a newspaper printed onboard a transcontinental railroad train, and more. All key items from the current and previous catalogs may be viewed at: Noteworthy Items

Whereas the combined catalogs (269 & 268) 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 269


Request a hard-copy or PDF version of this catalog by e-mailing us at:
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646706

An early newspaper from 1644...

Item #646706

August 27, 1644

GAZETTE, Paris, France, Aug. 27, 1644  This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory by nearly 15 years. This was the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu.  The title has the first letter embellished, as well as the first le... See More  

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120198

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  

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617046

Ships bound for Virginia and New England...

Item #617046

September 19, 1678

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 19, 1678  The top of the front page has early mention of Virginia, with: "Yesterday sailed from hence several vessels bound for New England, Virginia, and some parts of France...". Also the back page has two reports of the signing of the Treaty of Nijmegen between France and Spain (see hyperlink for more).

Single sheet, 7 by 11 inches, very nice c... See More  

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120730

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.

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617200

On the death of King Charles II...

Item #617200

April 20, 1685

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 20, 1685  All of the front page & a bit of pg. 2 are taken up with various addresses to King James II concerning the death of King Charles II who died in February (see). The back page has a list of those who won in a recent election which includes "Samuel Pepys, Esq.". Pepys is perhaps best known for his diary which was one of the most importan... See More  

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646410

Rhode Island & Jamaica loyal to King James II...

Item #646410

July 23, 1685

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 23, 1685  The prominent feature of this single-sheet issue is the front page report and letter from the inhabitants of the Colony of Rhode Island, expressing their loyalty to the new king (King James II) upon his ascension to the throne after the death of his brother, King Charles II. Included also is a similar letter and report from Jamaica. 

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650722

1686 - Battle of Buda (Budapest)...

Item #650722

September 2, 1686

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, September 2, 1686



* The Battle of Buda (modern day Budapest)



Considerable coverage of the Battle of Buda (fought between the Holy League and the Ottoman Empire) can be found on the the back leaf, taking all of one column and a portion of another. Reports given are from Buda, Vienna, and Brussels. Additional coverage of the overall conflict can be found on the fro... See More  

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646400

Rare title from the 1600's...

Item #646400

April 27, 1689

A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE ESTATES IN SCOTLAND, London, England, April 27, 1689  The year of this issue is printed in the dateline of the lead article on the front page, as the dateline contains only the month and day.

This is issue #14 of a short-lived title which existed to report on the ongoing disputes between the Scots and English. Much of the front page ... See More  

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559390

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  

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646765

Rare 17th century title....

Item #646765

April 25, 1691

THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, April 25, 1691  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. Question 5 on pg. 2 is: "What is the cause of Earthquakes?" with one hypothesis discounted: "...that wind having casually got into the caverns of the earth should by its struggling to ... See More  

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121061

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  

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120350

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  

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180035

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.

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120190

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  

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650994

Large front page engraving...

Item #650994

May 4, 1706

HISTORISCHE ANMERCSUNGEN, Germany, May 4, 1706 



* Rare & early 18th century German periodical



A very unusual periodical as most of the front page is taken up with a very intricately engraved print. This issue contains 8 pages and is in the German language, measuring 6 3/4 by 8 inches, some light damp staining near the margins, nice condition. ... See More  

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559480

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.

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647156

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  

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646052

Peace with France, presented in both languages...

Item #646052

January 26, 1710

THE POST BOY, London, England, Jan. 26, 1709-10 



* Rare title

* Peace treaty




The entire single sheet issue, both sides, are taken up with the peace between England and France, with a banner introductory paragraph reading in part: "Having receiv'd by the last foreign mails an authentick copy of the Project of Peace lately form'd by the Court of France, to deceive the High A... See More  

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120488

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.

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646290

Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...

Item #646290

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.

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650546

The Treaty of Utrecht (France and Portugal)...

Item #650546
THE POST-BOY, London, a four issue lot with dates of June 4, 6, 9, & 13, 1713

This four-issue set contains the entire Treaty between France and Portugal, which was conducted at Utrecht (see images for details).

Background: The Treaty of Utrecht was an historic agreement among various European powers, with France being the common party within the various agreements, concluded April 11,1713 at... See More  

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180039

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.

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559396

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.

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646542

Mentions of the American colonies...

Item #646542

January 3, 1720

THE POST-BOY, London, Jan. 3, 1720  The top of the bkpg. has news on ship arrivals & departures including: "...and the Anne Galley, both from Virginia; the Mary from Jamaica; and the Lawrence from New-England." Also a report: "Thomas Tickell Esq., is appointed Secretary of Virginia, in the room of William Cock Esq., deceas'd."

Single sheet, nice red tax stamp on t... See More  

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120160

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.

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180019

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.

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120257

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  

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646770

Quite rare & early newspaper...

Item #646770

April 29, 1736

THE OLD WHIG, OR THE CONSISTENT PROTESTANT, London, April 29, 1736  This is a very rare title, and early as well for a folio-size newspaper (measures 9 3/4  by 14 3/4 in.). 

This title only published for 4 years. A few essays plus news of the day.

Complete in four pages, wide, never-trimmed margins, nice condition. A rare opportunity to add a scarce title to your 18th century coll... See More  

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646467

H.M.S. Victory reported lost at sea...

Item #646467
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1744  Certainly the most notable report in this issue is the report of the sinking of the British ship H.M.S. Victory. A report dated February 5, 2009 from the "Best Syndication News" service brings this event into the 21st century with its breaking news reading: "The HMS Victory ship sunk in stormy seas back in 1744 but it wasn
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642723

Reward for capturing privateers off Cape Henlopen and Long Island... Battle at Fontenoy...

Item #642723
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1745  There is a half page headed: "Plantation News" with reports from Boston, New York, and Jamaica. The New York report notes offer of a reward: "...to all privateers who shall take or destroy any enemy's privateer on their coast between Cape Henlopen and the east end of Long Island...".

Among many articles in
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640228

New Jersey gets a new governor... Seventeen of the rebels convicted of high treason...

Item #640228

July 28, 1746

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, July 28, 1746  The ftpg. has a short bit: "His Majesty has been pleased to appoint Jonathan Belcher, Esq; to be Governor of Nova Caesarea, or New Jersey, in America, in the room of Lewis Morris, Esq., deceased." Following this is: "This day the Rebels lately convicted of High Treason, being in all 17, received sentence at the court house... See More  

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559498

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.

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646361

A short-lived title 18th century title...

Item #646361

December 2, 1753

THE ADVENTURER, London, England, Dec. 2, 1753  An uncommon essay-format bi-weekly newspaper addressed specifically to men, containing six pages & lasting only for 17 months from 1752 to 1753. While each issue varies, common contributors included John Hawkesworth and Samuel Johnson.

A decorative embellishment at the top of the front page. 

Six pages, 7 by 11 inches, very nice condit... See More  

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646578

Execution of Admiral Byng... Voltaire on the Jews...

Item #646578

March 1, 1757

THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, March, 1757  Inside has a continuation of the article: "Voltaire's Essay on the Jews" which takes over 4 pages. Also a detailed article on the defense of Admiral Byng in his court martial case of having failed to relieve a besieged British garrison during the Battle of Minorca at the beginning of the Seven Years' War. Near the back is: "Adm... See More  

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645978

Indians in the French & Indian War...

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June 8, 1758

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 8, 1758  Page 6 has most of a column headed: "America" with datelines from New Hork, Charleston, and Winchester, Virginia. Bits include: "...The Little Carpenter is come to town & had his first audience this day; he has brought both scalps and prisoners, & seems well disposed...Several Considerable parties of Catawaba & Cherokee I... See More  

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642773

A map of the Rhine River... Cape Breton...

Item #642773
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1758  The prime feature is the full page plate titled: "A Map of the Rhine Between Wesel & Dusseldorph [Dusseldorf]...".

One of the articles: "The Best Way of Constructing the Arches of Bridges" includes a nice print of a bridge arch. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news events of the day,... See More  

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646456

Talk of Franklin's electricity experiments...

Item #646456

September 27, 1759

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 27, 1759  Pages 4 and 5 contains text from a work: "...On the Advancement of Science" which includes sections on medicine, experiments on animals, metaphysical experiments, etc. as well as a section: "Of Electricity". In this latter section are reports on Benjamin Franklin's experiments including: "...Among all the phenomena of... See More  

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646560

Battle of Quebec in the French & Indian War... With a map of Quebec...

Item #646560
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. DeRamz... See More  

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559420

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.  Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping.  The photos are representative of the look and condition of what you will receive.

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559421

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.

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559414

18th century Scotland...

Item #559414
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1760's  A very early lot of five newspapers from Scotland, with news of the day.  A great period set at a considerable discount from the regular per-issue price. Nice condition.  The images shown are representative of the look and condition of those you will receive.  Actual dates vary in the 1760's.

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562418

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.   

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646022

Treaty ending the French & Indian War defines the political geography for this contentious period...

Item #646022
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1763 



* French & Indian War ending treaty



This issue contains one of the more significant documents of the 18th century, being: "The Definitive Treaty of Friendship of Peace between his Britannick Majesty, the Most Christian King, and the King of Spain, Concluded at Paris, the 10th day of Feb., 1763...". Resulting from it, France gi... See More  

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645852

News from Fort Pitt...

Item #645852

July 14, 1763

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 14, 1763  One-third of the ftpg. is taken up with various news reports headed: "America" including a report from Havana, Cua which mentions Morro Castle. Also: "...from the Havana say that the place was to be restored to the Spaniards on the 19th of that month & evacuated by the English...The Bishop of Cuba was returned thither from St. A... See More  

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645851

Southern governors to hold a meeting with the Indians...

Item #645851

July 26, 1763

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 26, 1763  Page 4 has reports headed: "America" with: "The governors of South & North Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, and the southern district, have received orders from his Majesty to hold a congress with the headmen of the Choctaw, Cherokee, Creek, Chickasaw, and Catawba Indians & their confederates at Augusta, in the province of Georg... See More  

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646559

Foldout map of North America and Bermuda...

Item #646559
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1763  Certainly the prime feature within this issue is the great foldout map titled: "The British Governments In Nth. America Laid down Agreeable to the Proclamation of Oct. 7, 1763". This map measures 7 3/4 by 10 inches and also includes a nice inset of: "Bermuda or Summer Islands" which has considerable detail (see). The ma... See More  

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638453

Early commons on life in America... More buffalo than men...

Item #638453

March 15, 1764

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 15, 1764  Inside has half a page review of a book: "An Essay in Vindication of the Continental Colonies of America, from a Censure of Mr. Adam Smith in his 'Theory of Moral Sentiments' With some Reflections on Slavery in General". It begins: "The passage in Mr. Smith's book, which has given offence to this American, is as follows... See More  

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204514

Uncommon provincial title with a decorative masthead...

Item #204514
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, 1766 (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  

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643119

Thanks for repealing the Stamp Act... Indian troubles...

Item #643119

August 1, 1766

THE SCOTS MAGAZINE, Edinburgh, Scotland, August, 1766  Although formatted much like the more common "Gentleman's Magazine" this is a much more scarce title.

Inside contains: "The Speech of Francis Bernard, Governor & Admiral of Massachusetts Bay...to the Great & General Court of the said Province" which takes 2 pages.  Includes a response to it. Also: &qu... See More  

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646783

Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...

Item #646783

June 16, 1767

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Feb. 10, 1757, July 12, 1763, June 16, 1767, June 24, 1769, & April 14, 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 ab... See More  

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