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Catalog 288 (for November) is now available. This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes: a complete printing of The Declaration of Independence, George Washington is elected President, a first report of the Great London Fire, a terrific & displayable Abe Lincoln centerfold, the full text of the Continental Association (in a Virginia newspaper), the Coronation of the King & Queen (in a London newspaper), and more.
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First report of the Great London Fire... In a London newspaper!
Item #661890
September 3, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, September 3, 1666 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 ... See More
Four century set of the London Gazette...
Item #661817
January 1, 1671
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England. A collection of four issues of this--the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper--each one hundred years apart. Issues are dated 1671, 1771, 1871 and 1971.
Interestingly, the format of this title did not change much over the years save for the number of pages increasing with the years (see photos). The 4 issue collection comes in a cu... See More
Early use of term "Union Jack" & descriptive of the British flag...
Item #662056
September 28, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 28, 1674 More than half of the front page is taken up with a notable Proclamation by the King of England concerning use and description of the British flag, and is one of the earliest printed references to the term "Union Jack" for the flag (is it the earliest??).
The Proclamation is a result of merchant ships using flags very similar to the Brit... See More
Coronation of King James II and Queen Mary...
Item #661860
April 27, 1685
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 23-27, 1685 This is one of the more desirable & historic events of the period, with the entire front page & some of the back page taken up with the coronation of King James II and Queen Mary. The report is datelined April 23 and has a one paragraph preface reading: "This day being the Festival of St. George, the Coronation of their sacred Ma
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Edmund Andros arrives to govern New England...
Item #662110
February 14, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 14, 1686 The back page has the historic report of governor Edmund Andros' arrival in Boston to begin his leadership of the Dominion of New England. Datelined: "Boston in New-England, Dec. 27" the report notes in part: "The 20th instant arrived here Sir Edmund Andros, his Majesties Governor in chief of New-England..." with a bit more (... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649260
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
Reports from Parliament from the 1600's...
Item #649266
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
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #649246
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
Over 320 years old...
Item #649262
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
At a reduced price... Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #649273
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.
Handsome display newspaper from the early 1700's...
Item #649264
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 14 1/4 by 8 1/8 inches, nice condition and great for display.
Displayable Act of Parliament...
Item #662201
January 1, 1729
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1729 Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...for making good the loss occasioned by a sum of money being stolen out of His Majesty's Exchequer...".
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
Four pages, 11 by 7 1/4 inches, very nice, clean condition.
Address of the Virginia Council...
Item #661820
November 16, 1734
THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, Nov. 16, 1734 The front page has a somewhat lengthy: "Humble Address of the Council in Assembly, to the Hon. William Gooch Esq., his Majesty's Lt.-Gov. of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia". This is followed by the governor's brief reply.
Nice to have American content on the front page of such an early dated newspaper.
Single sheet, 9 1/4 by ... See More
Battle of Ticonderoga... Jewish prayers for the dead...
Item #662116
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1758 The most noteworthy content is the fine & detailed account of the failed attempt of the British at the Battle of Ticonderoga. This is the British General Abercrombie's account and is datelined: "Camp at Lake George, July 12, 1758". It contains much detail of his loss at the battle, despite his having 12,000 men agains... See More
Pre-Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #649258
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.
Celebrating the coronation of King George III...
Item #661913
September 26, 1761
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 26, 1761 The back page has an inconspicuous report noting: "We hear from Winchester that the coronation day was celebrated there with great military pomp, and all other demonstrations of joy. At noon the regiments in the camp were drawn out & went through various sorts of firing under a discharge of 21 pieces of cannon..." with more.
Eight ... See More
Early American title from the French & Indian War...
Item #662160
May 13, 1762
THE BOSTON NEWS-LETTER AND NEW ENGLAND CHRONICLE, May 13, 1762 This is a much later issue of America's first successful newspaper, founded in 1704.
The top of the ftpg. has a nice recruiting advertisements to enlist soldiers to fight in the on-going French & Indian War: "For Recruiting His Majesty's Regular Forces In AMERICA" All Able-bodied volunteers above the age of... See More
Pre-Stamp Act to just prior to the Revolutionary War...
Item #649252
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.
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #662207
March 19, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated April 18, 1758, June 28, 1764, March 19, 1767, Oct. 17, 1769, & Jan. 21, 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 a... See More
Charleston residents warn against ship landing in their port... Funeral of the Duke of York...
Item #657564
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, Nov. 9, 1767 (currently spelled Gloucester) The ftpg. has most of the first column taken up with details of the funeral of the Duke of York & Albany, younger bother to King George III. He died in Monaco while on a trip but was buried in Westminster Abbey.Pages 2 & 3 contains letter from Charleston, one bit noting: "...I must then tel... See More
Colonial Boston, with the Supplement issue attached...
Item #662112
June 6, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, June 6, 1768 Under reports from London is: "...Letters from Boston, New England, mention that the late public spirit for establishing new manufactures was greatly subsided, the adventurers having met with nothing but disappointments in procuring materials, scarcity of money, & high price of wages." Elsewhere is: "...some dispatches said... See More
Colonies are agreeing to a non-importation agreement...
Item #662205
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, June 6, 1768 (currently spelled Gloucester) Page 2 has reports headed: "America" beginning: "Most of the merchants & importers of goods have already subscribed a voluntary engagement to each other that they will not sell on their own accounts or on commissions, nor buy or sell for any person whomsoever, any goods...which shall be shipp... See More
Great issue on the conflicts between England & the colonies...
Item #645771
April 18, 1769
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 18, 1769 Most of the ftpg. is taken up with: "The True Constitutional Means for Putting an End to the Disputes Between Great Britain and the American Colonists" which is a review of a pamphlet by this title. It begins: "One of the principal causes of the discontents of the Americans, on account of taxes imposed on them by the British Legisl... See More
Great content on the tensions between America & England...
Item #642812
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1769 The most significant content is a seven page section headed: "Interesting Affairs Relative to America" filled with correspondence about the troubling situation in America. Included is: "Part of a Letter Published in the Maryland Gazette" which begins: "Every new piece of intelligence from England is more alarming than ... See More
Defending freedom and liberty...
Item #601344
November 7, 1769
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 7, 1769 Page 2 has a lengthy letter by Thomas Young to Sir Francis Bernard which has much on the defence of freedom and liberty. One bit notes: "...his argument was short--Liberty is as precious as life; if a man attempts to take my life I have a right to take his; ergo, if a man attempts to take away my liberty, I have a right to take his life. He al... See More
Engraving of the skyline of London... News from Boston...
Item #659824
August 1, 1771
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, August, 1771 Perhaps the most interesting feature is the full title/contents page which has a very intricately engraved view of the skyline of London at the time, making this very decorative.
Near the back is the "Monthly Chronologer" which includes over a full page of reports headed "America" with items from Boston, including 2 messages fro... See More
Curious little "newspaper"...
Item #661936
December 18, 1773
MANIFESTES DE MARCHANDISES D'ENTREE DANA LE PORT DE MARSEILLE, (France), December 18, 1773 This is a very curious little newspaper, loosely translated to: "Manifest of Goods Imported at the Port of Marseille". Qualifies as a periodical as the issue carries a specific date. But there is no text, instead a listing of various goods with quantities (see).
Totally in the French lan... See More
Much on the hated Massachusetts Government Act, one of the Intolerable Acts...
Item #659976
March 1, 1775
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, March, 1775 Terrific American content including: "An Abstract of the Bill for the Better Regulating the Government of the Province of Massachusetts Bay in North America" which takes nearly 2 pages. This is followed by the: "Lords Protest Against the Above Bill" which is nearly 3 pages.
This was the "Massachusetts Government Act", o... See More
Creating rules for the military...
Item #661802
September 23, 1775
PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Sept. 23, 1775 A terrific issue on the creation of the rules which govern those in the military, as nearly half of the front page and over a column on pg. 4 are taken up with: "Articles of Association, in Pennsylvania. We the officers and soldiers engaged in the present Association for the defence of American liberty...do voluntarily & freely...ado... See More
The Declaration of Independence...
Item #661804
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1776 It would be difficult to argue for a more important document in American history than the Declaration of Independence. It remains a desire of most collectors to find an issue containing reference to it, and ultimately a contemporary printing of the actual document. With American newspaper printings commanding $50,000 or more in nice conditio... See More
The Battle of Long Island... Ben Franklin & John Hancock...
Item #662060
September 7, 1776
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Sept. 7, 1776 This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city.
One-third of the front page & nearly half of page 2 are taken up with An ORDINANCE for the Appointment of Justices of the Peace for the State of Pennsylvania" which is si... See More
The Battle of Long Island, on the front page...
Item #644100
October 12, 1776
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 12, 1776 A terrific issue, particularly for display, as the entire front page is taken up with the report of the Battle of Long Island as reported in "The London Gazette Extraordinary" of October 10, 1776. "Extraordinary" issues were published at irregular intervals to report significant news reports which came to the printing office be... See More
Twenty issues from the Revolutionary War...
Item #662117
January 1, 1777
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, a lot of 20 issues dated 1776, 1777, 1779 but I find no or very little content concerning the Revolutionary War in America.
Each issue is complete in 4 pages, folio size, minor wear at the margins & spine, perhaps light damp staining of foxing.
Twenty issues from the Revolutionary War...
Item #662118
January 1, 1777
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, a lot of 20 issues dated mostly from 1779 but I find no or very little content concerning the Revolutionary War in America.
Each issue is complete in 4 pages, folio size, minor wear at the margins & spine, perhaps light damp staining of foxing.
Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #649259
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of five issues of this famous newspaper, one each from 1777, 1778, 1779, 1780, and 1781, covering 5 years in and around the Revolutionary War. The lot is a blend of 1st and somewhat 2nd-rate issues. Although no direct war content is to be found, they are great period items giving a nice perspective of life during this formative period in world history. Most are 4 pages, a... See More
Allegiance to the King, or allegiance to the United States...
Item #660003
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, April, 1777 Under "American State Papers" is the King's free pardon to those who: "...have returned to their allegiance, and claimed the benefit of the late proclamation....Given at New York, this day of December 1776."
Following this is a Resolve by Congress stating that: "...every officer who holds or shall hereafter hold
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Following this is a Resolve by Congress stating that: "...every officer who holds or shall hereafter hold
William Howe... Restoring peace...
Item #662049
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1777 Nearly five pages are taken up with: "Debate in the House of Lords...Relative to the American War" which obviously has much concerning the Revolution, including reference to America declaring itself independent.Another page has a "Proclamation" signed in type by William Howe, from New York, on "...Restoring peac... See More
Is the pursuit of independence worth the effort?
Item #662111
April 22, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, April 22, 1778 This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia.
Over two-thirds of the front page is taken up with the text of two Bills being considered in Parliament relating to America. The first is a: "DRA... See More
War events in Rhode Island...
Item #660041
September 1, 1778
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, September, 1778 Near the back are reports from the Revolutionary War including letters from on board the "Eagle" dated at Sandy Hook. Also a prefacing letter signed: H. Clinton, introducing a detailed letter from Major-General Robert Pigot on his actions at Newport, Rhode Island, followed by yet another detailed letter from him and then a letter from G... See More
Fifteen issues with ftpg. notice: "American Prisoners"...
Item #662119
January 1, 1779
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, 1779 A lot of 15 issues from the middle of the Revolutionary War, but although I find little or no war0related content, each issue does have on the front page a chart headed: "American Prisoners" beginning: "The following sums have been received towards their relief...", with further text.
Each issue is complete in 4 pages, folio size, m... See More
Washington cannot be dislodged...
Item #650628
August 1, 1779
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, August, 1779 Near the back is a full page headed: "American Affairs" which includes a letter from Vice Admiral Peter Parker on events at Jamaica. Also a report noting: "...The American fort commanded by General McDougal was so strong, being situated in a mountainous & almost inaccessible country...it was doubted if General Clinton would attack... See More
British account of the Battle of Stono Ferry, and the Battle of Chemung, New York...
Item #658748
September 2, 1779
THE AMERICAN JOURNAL & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Providence, Rhode Island, Sept. 2, 1779 A truly rare title from the Revolutionary War, as it lasted for less than 1 1/2 years from March, 1779 to August, 1781.
Nearly one-third of page 2 is a letter from an officer in the British army from Port Royal with his account of the Battle at Stono Ferry, a failed attempt by the Americans, under General... See More
Capture of St. Eustatius in the Caribbean...
Item #660207
March 1, 1781
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, March, 1781 The back 3 pages have various correspondence concerning the capture of St. Eustatius, when the British seized the Dutch-owned island in the Caribbean.
One of the two plates called for is present.
Complete in 48 pages, 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.
Formatted very much like the Gentleman's Magazine but a much more scarce title. The title... See More
Battle of Green Spring... Great reports on the Revolutionary War...
Item #658612
August 14, 1781
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, August 14, 1781 The front page has news from captured correspondence including: "The revolt of the Pennsylvania line & Jersey brigade...are certainly events of very great importance, & must have very extensive effects both in reducing Washington's present force & preventing its being recruited by new levies...... See More
From shortly before Cornwallis would surrender at Yorktown... Benedict Arnold loots & burns New London...
Item #658620
September 11, 1781
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, Sept. 11, 1781 The ftpg. has letter signed by: George Germain, followed by a response to the: "Commissioners for Restoring Peace" which begins: "All propositions from Great Britain for a restitution of peace, from Lord North's conciliatory plan to the above extraordinary declaration, have been ... See More
A conversation between Ben Franklin and the French Minister...
Item #642830
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1782 Most notable is the article which is prefaced with: "The following is said to be the Substance of a Conversation Lately Held by Dr. Franklyn [Franklin] with the French Minister on the Subject of American Affairs; supposed to Contain the Real Sentiments of the American Congress" which takes over a full column.Near the back is the &... See More
Carleton coming over to take command... Congress displeased with Washington & the French...
Item #640557
April 4, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 4, 1782 Pg. 2 has a short yet notable bit: "On Monday, & not before, his Excellency Sir Guy Carleton set out from his apartment in Duke Street, Grosvenor square, for Portsmouth, to embark immediately on his expedition to New York to take upon him the chief command of his Majesty's forces in America...". The top of the bkpg. has an item: ... See More
Two opinions on how peace should be negotiated... Building a navy...
Item #644617
August 3, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 3, 1782 All of the ftpg. & part of pg. 2 are taken up with: "Letters From an American Farmer Describing Certain Provincial Situations, Manners, and Customers not General Known..." which offers some interesting thoughts on the culture of the Americans at that time.
Pg. 3 includes: "The difference of political opinion between Earl Shelbur... See More
The King proclaims America independent...
Item #642332
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1783 (at a reduced price) An exceedingly historic issue, particularly found in this British publication, in which the King of England formally recognizes the independence of the American colonies.The top of the first page is headed: "Proceedings in the Third Session of the Present Parliament, which met Dec. 5, 1782" followed by a len... See More
News received of the ratification of the peace treaty...
Item #649669
May 15, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 15, 1783 The back page has half a column with news from America including: "...Sir Guy Carleton received the dispatches from government containing an account of the ratification of the preliminary articles of peace...and he instantly sent Captain Renuet...containing official copies of the preliminary articles, and also of the proclamation declaring the... See More
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