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Catalog 261 (for August) is now available. This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of nearly 350 new items, a selection which includes: a Phillis Wheatley letter in a 1774 Connecticut newspaper, a Deadwood newspaper with mention of Wild Bill Hickok, a New York Times reporting Lincoln’s assassination, a Newsbook dated 1609, a Quebec Gazette from 1775, the first “Confederate” newspaper to report Lincoln’s assassination, and more. The following links are designed to help you explore this latest edition of our catalog:
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German newsbook dated 1609...
Item #642469
Newsbook dated in Roman numerals on the full title page: M DC IX, or 1609, believed to have been printed in Frankfort, Germany. The short title is: "RELATIONIS HISTORICAE" but as is the case with most pre-1665 newsbooks the full title is quite long. Using a translation provided by the person from whom the issue was originally purchased many years ago, the full title crudely transla... See More
Earliest newspaper in your collection?
Item #643385
December 14, 1641
NOUVELLES, Paris, France, December 14, 1641 The heading roughly translates to: "Ordinary News"." This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory. It was the "sister" publication of the "Gazette", the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential back... See More
Rare issue of the Oxford Gazette... Death toll from the Great Plague...
Item #615067
December 21, 1665
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, Dec. 21, 1665 This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world. This is the #11 issue.
Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed itself from London to Oxford when this newspaper began, so issues #1 thru #23 w... See More
Period reference to the Great Plague in Europe...
Item #643350
September 27, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 27, 1666 This is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having begun in 1665 and is still printing today. Obviously this is a very early issue, being issue #90. This was the time of the Great Plague which was ravishing Europe at the time. The bkpg. has a report from the Hague which makes reference to it with: "Our fleet still keeps th... 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
Seeking the Duke of Monmouth for his involvement in the Rye House Plot...
Item #617157
July 2, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 2, 1683 Over half of the front page is taken up with a Proclamation" by King Charles II for the apprehension of his illegitimate son the Duke of Monmouth. The text of the Proclamation reads in part: "...received information upon oath that James Duke of Monmouth [and others]...have traitorously conspired together & with divers other ill-affected... See More
Unusual, short-lived newspaper...
Item #120477
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 mater... 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.
Very rare & early British title...
Item #643073
December 26, 1713
THE ENGLISHMAN, London, Dec. 26, 1713 This is one of the more rare British titles from the early part of the 18th century, published by the famed Richard Steele and being a continuation of his newspaper "The Guardian". It ran for just 95 issues. One writer noted it: "...targeted (and to some degree, created) the rising London middle class, both men and women, offering readers ... See More
Nice item on Sir Christopher Wren...
Item #642857
September 8, 1716
THE POST BOY, Sept. 8, 1716 Near the top of the back page is a very significant item on the famous architect Sir Christopher Wren. The report reads: "Christopher Wren, Esq., is removed from being Clerk of his Majesty's Works, and is succeeded by John Mercer Esq., formerly belonging to Mr. How's Office, as pay-master of the guards and garrison."
Christopher Wren is one of t... See More
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). Nice condition.
The Battle of Dettington...
Very early (1743) regarding cricket...
Item #640462
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, September, 1743
* Great & early article on the game of cricket
* Letters (2) regarding the Battle of Dettington
Within this issue is a very early and interesting article titled: "Of Publick Cricket Matches" concerning the sport of cricket, with much detail (see). The text includes: "Cricket is certainly a very i
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* Great & early article on the game of cricket
* Letters (2) regarding the Battle of Dettington
Within this issue is a very early and interesting article titled: "Of Publick Cricket Matches" concerning the sport of cricket, with much detail (see). The text includes: "Cricket is certainly a very i
News from America... Jacobite Rebellion coming to an end...
Item #640249
August 21, 1746
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 21, 1746 Page 2 has news with a Philadelphia dateline mentioning: "...a fifty (some say 70) gun French man of war, laden with furs from Canada to Old France, being taken by two English men of war in St. Lawrence's Bay..." and a bit more (see).
A report headed: "Edinburgh" begins: "We hear by letters from the north th... See More
Philadelphia described... Discussion on the Jew Bill...
Item #640802
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1753 Pages 1 through 4 are taken up with a fascinating article titled: "A Compleat View of the Controversy concerning the late Act in favour of the Jews". The subheads include: "Reasons for the Jews Bill and Answers" and "Objections to the Jews Bill and Answers". There are 13 "Objections", each with an answ... See More
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.
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #643434
August 30, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Jan. 31, 1758, Aug. 30, 1760, May 19, 1764, Aug. 27, 1765, & Nov. 23, 1773. 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 measure... See More
Keeping the French away from North American fishing rights...
Item #643334
August 26, 1761
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 26, 1761 Nearly one-third of the ftpg. has an article concerning the fishing rights off North America around Cape Breton, in particular the exclusion of the French (see).
Four pages, nice red tax stamp on the ftpg., nice condition.
Great map of the West Indies & America...
Item #640266
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
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
Great issue on the Stamp Act with the full text of the Leedstown Resolutions...
Item #640709
April 10, 1766
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, April 10, 1766 The ftpg. begins with a nice of a recently published piece: "The Importance of the Colonies of North America...with Remarks on the Stamp-Duty". Then a lengthy letter concerning taxing the colonies (see for beginning). The ftpg. also has a: "List of Letters Remaining in the Post Office, Phila." which is signed in type:... See More
Complete year for 1767 with 20 plates...
Item #642087
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, 1767 This is a bound volume with all 12 monthly issues plus the annual Supplement issue as well.Some of the content includes:
"Advantages for Gentlemen of Small Fortune to Settle in East Florida" "An Account of Greenland with a Description of the Manners, Customs, religious notions, etc." includes a plate showing an Eskimo(?) in a ... See More
Parliament strikes back against the Boston protests...
Item #643355
March 27, 1769
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 27, 1769 The front page is filled with a fascinating letter concerning: "...an intended plan for a new town on Juniata..." with this writer's reasons why a town in that section of the frontier of Pennsylvania would be successful (see for portions).
Inside has a very significant report under: "... See More
Foldout plate of a castle...
Item #642092
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1770 There are 3 1/2 pages on: "A Curious Description of Dalkey and Its Seven Castles" which is accompanied by a foldout print of one of the castles. This print measures 8 by 10 inches & is in very nice condition (see). Also in this issue: "On the Disparity of the Language of N. and S. Wales" and much more.Near the back is the ... See More
Boston Massacre defendants plead "not guilty"... Two plates...
Item #642099
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1770 The top of pg. 2--the reverse of the title/contents page--has a report datelined: "Boston, New-England, September 6" which reads: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldiers and others who were indicted for the murder committed in King Street, on the evening of the 5th of March last, were arraigned at the bar of the Superi... See More
The decision in the James Somersett slave case... News from America...
Item #640258
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1772 Certainly the most significant report in this issue is the court decision in the James Somersett court case, the slave purchased in Virginia then taken to England, escaped & eventually recaptured. This case ultimately determined that slavery was unsupported in England. This was a landmark slavery case which received wide attention (see the... See More
News from America...
Item #640745
May 1, 1773
THE SCOTS MAGAZINE, Edinburgh, Scotland, June, 1773 Although formatted much like the more common "Gentleman's Magazine" this is a much more scarce title.
Near the back are the latest news reports from various cities in Europe, with the main body of the issue taken up with various articles as noted in the "Contents" are nearly two pages taken up with reports form Amer... See More
Discovery and naming of Botany Bay... Ben Franklin is fired...
Item #640256
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1774 A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..... See More
First of this title we have offered... Battle of Point Pleasant...
Item #642533
January 5, 1775
THE QUEBEC GAZETTE / LA GAZETTE DE QUEBEC, Canada, January 5, 1775 One of the more rare titles we have the pleasure to offer, in fact this is the first of this title from the 1770's we have offered in our 41 years. A bilingual newspaper, the left column of each page is in English and the right column in French.
Page 2 has a very nice report, with a Williamsburg dateline, on the Battle o... See More
Washington answers the call of duty...
Item #637062
August 31, 1775
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 31, 1775 On the second page is an: "Extract of a Letter from George Washington, dated June 30, at Philadelphia, to the Independent Companies of Fairfax, Prince William, Fauquier, Spotsylvania and Richmond" stating that he was appointed to command the Continental Army after a unanimous vote in the Second Continental Congress. The letter begins: &q... See More
1776 map of South Pole plus much on the Revolutionary War...
Item #642107
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1776 This is a fine issue from this significant year of the Revolutionary War, with much war-related content.
Included is two pages on an: "Act for Prohibiting all Trade with America" which is followed by an: "Act of Massachusetts Bay for Fitting out Armed Vessels" which takes 3 pgs.
Also reported here is a: "Decl
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Included is two pages on an: "Act for Prohibiting all Trade with America" which is followed by an: "Act of Massachusetts Bay for Fitting out Armed Vessels" which takes 3 pgs.
Also reported here is a: "Decl
Battle near Norfolk... British to land in New York?
Item #617654
February 10, 1776
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Feb. 10, 1776 The front page has a "Six Pounds Reward" for four men who deserted the military, with details, plus a lengthy "Ten Pounds Reward" ad for 2 runaway indentured servants. Page 2 has a report from Williamsburg noting that: "...near a hundred of the enemy landed at Norfolk, from the men of war, under a heavy firing of c... See More
Much on England prohibiting trade with the colonies...General Howe & his troops abandon Boston...
Item #640692
May 1, 1776
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, May, 1776 Over 12 pages are taken up with: "Parliamentary History" with much of it focused on the situation in America, with particular attention on the proposed bill to prohibit all trade with the colonies, which would become effective March 1, 1776. Photos show just a few excerpts of the very lengthy discussion.
Near the back is over half a pa... See More
Americans abandon Fort Ticonderoga...
Item #597520
June 30, 1777
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, June 30, 1777 Page 2 mentions: "...That when intelligence was received that the King's army were near Crown Point, the rebels abandoned the fort at Ticonderoga & brought their stores over Lake George..." with more (see).
Four pages, folio size, wear at the margins and spine
Troubled relations with England...
Item #643344
February 3, 1778
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 3, 1778 Most of a full page inside is taken up with: "Thoughts on the Present State of Affairs with American and the Means of Conciliation" which begins: "An obstacle may arise to a conciliation with America from the ambition of individuals..." and continues with: "America must know, that notwithstanding our had successes hither
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Burgoyne to remain a prisoner...
Item #617173
February 7, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 7, 1778 This was a Tory newspaper published in Philadelphia when the British occupied the city. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.
The front page includes a few item relating to the Revolutionary war ... See More
The colonies during the Revolutionary War...
Item #643343
March 10, 1778
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 10, 1778 An inside page has an interesting report signed by "A Manufacturer" concerning the potential problems with sending artisans & others learned in the trades to America, noting; "...Let us therefore no longer alarm ourselves with the imaginary fears of America's rivaling England in trade & manufactures. If ever that hap
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Disorder among the troops...
Item #643351
September 8, 1778
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 8, 1778 Inside has a letter which includes: "General Clinton's conduct in marching through the Jerseys was great & masterly & the rebels were sadly disappointed...they had such a dose in their attack at Freehold on June 28 that they gave our troops not the least molestation afterwards...The rebel Generals are got together by the ears, thr... See More
Analyzing the American situation...
Item #643346
November 26, 1778
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 26,1778 The entire front page, & a portion of page 2, are taken up with the review of a pamphlet which concerns debates in the House of Commons, a portion of which has some discussion of the American situation. Bits include: "...They were sent to treat of peace with a retreating army. Philadelphia, the chief residence of the moderate men & mos... See More
American wishes to return allegiance to England?
Item #643347
December 10, 1778
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 10, 1778 A brief item on page 2 notes: "Gen. Campbell who is sailed for Georgia with 2000 men, has the fullest assurances of being supported by a powerful body of loyalists both in that province & Carolina upon his arrival." Other items include: "Advice is said...that Admiral Byron's fleet had fallen in with the French squadron off B... See More
Events of 1776 and 1777...
Item #643349
July 24, 1779
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 24, 1779 Nearly two-thirds of the front page is taken up with: "A View of the Evidence Relative to the conduct of the American War under Sir William Howe, Lord Viscount Howe, and General Burgoyne..." which gives an overview under the subheads: "Campaign 1776" and "Campaign 1777" (see). Great to have this content take up so muc... See More
Dealing with Virginians out of the country before the Declaration of Independence...
Item #643348
August 14, 1779
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 14, 1779 page 2 has a letter from New York which notes: "...ship the Panther...which she took without opposition near Boston. She was first seen under provincial colours, then English, & when the Panther came near her she hoisted French...had in her hold 50 pieces of cannon, 350 barrels of gunpowder..." (see).
Half a page is taken up w... See More
Death of Captain James Cook...
Item #640329
February 1, 1780
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, February, 1780 This magazine was formatted very much like the much more common Gentleman's Magazine but the title page has a great & very detailed engraving of the skyline of London.
The most notable content would be a report near the back concerning Captain James Cooks third voyage, and with good detail on the death of Cook. One portion includes:... See More
Benjamin Franklin and "Poor Richard"...
Item #643370
July 12, 1780
PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, July 12, 1780 Under the heading "London" on the front page is an extract of: "...Doctor Franklin's 'Poor Richard's' " in which he says: "Taxes indeed...area heavy; and if those laid on by the government were the only ones we had to pay, we might more easily discharge them; but we have many ... See More
1781 Revolutionary War military pay document...
Item #561452
FASCINATING DOCUMENT for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the "State Of Connecticut". This document contains a signature, is dated 1781 and is approx. 4 by 6 inches.Minimal wear but generally very nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated during this very significant year in the war when Cornwallis surrendered.
The photo is re... See More
Ethan Allen & the Green Mountain Boys...
Item #641351
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1781 The first article is a "Summary of Proceedings in the Present Parliament" which takes 6 pages and includes discussions on the Revolutionary War. One first page item notes: "...That it was now no question about independency and allegiance: Great Britain could not at this instant of time give independence to America, nor could Americ
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Reflections on the defeat of Cornwallis at Yorktown...
Item #640500
January 1, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 1, 1782 Page 4 beings with a letter beginning: "Every good Englishman must feel a very deep concern at the loss of Lord Cornwallis's army...that one great cause which led to that misfortune arose from an unaccountable neglect in suffering Washington quietly to march by New York to Trenton without our making the least attempt to attack him or doing... See More
Eight issues from early 1782...
Item #640600
February 26, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, a lot of eight issues from the first half of 1782 with much news of the day from the closing months of the Revolutionary War. But I find no notable American content within. Each complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, and in nice condition.
Great letter critical of American independence...
Item #640555
March 30, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 30, 1782 One-third of pg. 7 is taken up with a letter signed in type: A British, and also A real American PATRIOT, which is critical to the cause of independence. A few bits note: "...about our contests with the Colonists, will be a stain and disgrace in our annals, that can never be erased or wiped out...Whether America is a part of the British empi... See More
Plea of Charleston residents...
Item #643356
March 12, 1783
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 12, 1783 Page 2 is mostly taken up with a very lengthy letter concerning the repayment by the states of the expenses of the Revolutionary War (see for portions). Page 2 has an item concerning what is to happen to Loyalists, with: "...from New York we learn that the provincial corps, or new levies, are to be immediatel... See More
Cook's voyage to the Hawaiian Islands with a related print...
Item #640326
THE UNIVERSAL MAGAZINE, London, June, 1785 This magazine--much more scarce than the Gentleman's Magazine--published in serial form the account of: "Captain Cook's Voyage to the Northern Hemisphere...", this issue containing reports from April, 1779 when after visiting the Hawaiian Islands where Cook met his death, Captain Clerke returned once again to the Northwest in searc... See More
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