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Catalog 293 (for April) is now available. This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes: a great Lincoln assassination issue (from Washington, D.C.), the iconic Tombstone Epitaph (published only ten days before the gunfight), the notable “Dewey Defeats Truman” issue, an Oxford Gazette from 1666, coverage of the New York City fire of 1776, an issue containing the complete text of the Articles of Confederation, and more.
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Very early "supplement" issue to the famous French "Gazette" newspaper...
Item #664405
April 10, 1641
ARREST NOTABLE DU GRAND CONSEIL, Paris, France, May 17, 1641 (date at bottom of back page).
This is a "supplement" issue which was produced for a specific news report, in this case (translated): "Notable End of the Big Council."
Totally in French. Complete in 16 pages, 6 1/4 by 9 inches, wide margins, great condition.
Extremely rare 1665 Oxford Gazette...
Item #664277
January 18, 1665
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, January 18, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar). This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published newspaper in the world. 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 were pu... See More
Over 340 years old and at a lesser price...
Item #649303
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
Tobacco from Maryland...
Item #664229
April 4, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, April 4, 1670 At the top of the front page is a report noting that: "On Tuesday came in a vessel of Topham from Mary-land, laden with Tobacco...". The back page has an item: "...from Barbados...assure us of the peaceable & thriving condition of that place, & consequently of the falsity of the report...of the insurrection of the slaves."
Single... See More
Brief mention of the Jewish Inquisition in Spain...
Item #617064
August 5, 1680
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 5, 1680 The front page has a very brief Judaica item regarding the Inquisition mentioning from Madrid: "...Since the last execution upon the sentence of the Inquisition, several others accused of Judaisme have been seized."
Single sheet, 7 by 11 inches, great condition.
Algernon Sidney is beheaded...
Item #664185
December 10, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 10, 1683 The back page has a brief yet quite historic report from London reading: "This day Algernon Sidney Esq., was brought from the Tower to the place appointed for his execution on Tower-Hill, where he was beheaded on a scaffold erected for that purpose." Sidney was much involved in the military & politics, ultimately to be implicated in th... See More
Algernon Sydney, who conspired to assassinate King Charles II...
Item #664220
December 20, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 20, 1683 The reverse has an advertisement for the printing of a book about Algernon Sydney, the famous English politician and political theorist, and opponent of absolute monarchies.
Sydney ultimately became involved in a plot to assassinate King Charles II. He was later indicted for treason, found guilty and executed.
The ad begins: "The Arraignment,... See More
Pamphlet from the 1600's...
Item #664267
December 6, 1689
Early British pamphlet titled: "Subjection For Conscience-sake Asserted: In A SERMON Preached at Covent Garden Church, December the Sixth, 1674" by Gilbert Burnet, D.D., London, printed in 1689 (Roman numerals; see).
Complete in 32 pages, 6 by 8 inches, small hole in the back leaf, very nice, clean condition.
John Marshall, a pioneer in the world of spectacles & optics...
Item #664279
November 19, 1692
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Nov. 19, 1692 One of just four advertisements on the back page is a quite lengthy & descriptive ad beginning: "At the sign of the Archimedes and Spectacles in Ludgate street, the West End of St. Paul's Church, London, by John Marshal are made all manner of prospective glasses, telescopes, microscopes, single and double, reading glasses, large concav... See More
Unusual, short-lived newspaper...
Item #649279
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
The oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649293
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. The image shown is just an example ... See More
Pre and post war perspective from Britain...
Item #649310
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.
This item is not eligible for free shipping.
The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #664472
March 17, 1744
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, March 17, 1743-4 (1744 by today's calendar). This was the first successful magazine in America although formatted unlike typical magazines. It was exclusively a chronicle of the Great Awakening in America, exclusively of secular news reports. It was preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this t... See More
The Jacobite Rebellion... Falkirk...
Item #642727
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1746 Six pages are taken up with: "Description of Cape Breton" and "Importance of Cape Breton". And over four pages are taken up with: "Description of QUEBEC, Character of it Inhabitants, and the manner of Living in that French Colony".
Over four pages have much detail on the Jacobite Rebellion with: "Motion
... See More
Over four pages have much detail on the Jacobite Rebellion with: "Motion
Concerning the Jacobite Rebellion...
Item #657529
September 16, 1746
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Sept. 16, 1746 Pages 2 and 3 contain some reports concerning trials for those involved in the Jacobite Rebellion.
Four pages, a full red tax stamp on the front page, great condition.
Rare & early plate of Niagara Falls...
Item #664274
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1751 The prime feature of this issue is the very nice full page plate captioned: "A View of the Fall of Niagara" which is accompanied by an article taking over 2 pages on Niagara Falls.
Note: this plate is actually called for in the February issue but is more commonly found here so as to accompany the related article.
There is a
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Note: this plate is actually called for in the February issue but is more commonly found here so as to accompany the related article.
There is a
Rare & early plate of Niagara Falls...
Item #664275
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1751 The prime feature of this issue is the very nice full page plate captioned: "A View of the Fall of Niagara" which is accompanied by an article taking over 2 pages on Niagara Falls. Note: this plate is actually called for in the February issue but is more commonly found here so as to accompany the related article.
The other plate ca
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The other plate ca
Very large map of Europe... Oswego in the French & Indian War... Judaica item...
Item #664285
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1756 The prime feature would be the very nice & large foldout map titled in the cartouche: "A New & Correct CHART of EUROPE..." which shows all of Europe as well as Iceland, Russia, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East including Jerusalem, Joppa, Cairo, & Cyprus. This map measures 12 3/4 by 15 1/... See More
Very large map of Europe... Oswego in the French & Indian War... Judaica item...
Item #664312
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1756 The prime feature would be the very nice & large foldout map titled in the cartouche: "A New & Correct CHART of EUROPE..." which shows all of Europe as well as Iceland, Russia, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East including Jerusalem, Joppa, Cairo, & Cyprus. This map measures 13 1/2 by 15 1/... See More
Map of Guadeloupe...
Item #664244
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1759 Within this issue is a nice full page map titled: "A New and Accurate Map of the Isles of Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante, etc. from the Best Authorities" which shows much detail & is in nice condition. This is a full page map measuring 5 by 8 1/4 inches and is accompanied by 2 related articles titled: "Articles of Capitulation be... See More
Map of Guadaloupe...
Item #664245
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1759 Within this issue is a nice full page map titled: "A New and Accurate Map of the Isles of Guadloupe, Marie-Galante, etc. from the Best Authorities" which shows much detail & is in nice condition. This is a full page map measuring 5 by 8 1/4 inches and is accompanied by 2 related articles titled: "Articles of Capitulation bet... See More
Five different British titles from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #649294
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.
Map of Germany... The Mississippi River...
Item #640265
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1761 An article: "Thoughts on the Present Posture of Affairs" includes some discussion concerning America, and includes: "...Hence it is evident that as North America was the bone of contention, Great Britain must not be induced to part with any of her conquests on that continent; because that would be a means to renew the war...&... See More
Encounter with Indians near Fort Pitt...
Item #664421
October 27, 1764
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 27, 1764 An inside page begins with a half column report headed: "America", one item noting: "...Col. Reid marched from hence with a large convoy for Fort Pitt; and we hear he arrived at Stony Creek the 23rd..." Also a details report of Reid's convoy being intercepted by Indians near the "...foot of the Allegheny Mountain, they... See More
Pursuing the Indians...
Item #601566
July 23, 1765
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 23, 1765 Page 7 has a report headed "America" which has: "Letters from the Cherokee country...that Salloue or the Young Warrior of Estatoe, who set out with a party in pursuit of some Northward Indians, who had scalped & taken 8 Cherokees, was returned with success."
Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 1/4 inches, minor foxing, generally nice... See More
Uncommon provincial title with a decorative masthead...
Item #649299
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
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #664476
February 14, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated May 20, 1758, Sept. 12, 1765, Feb. 3, 1767, Aug. 10, 1769, & March 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 abo... See More
A substitute for British tea... Letter to the ladies of North America...
Item #657569
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, Jan. 4, 1768 (currently spelled Gloucester) Page 2 has a report from Boston concerning the finding of "hyperion or Labrador tea" in the colonies, of special interest given the recent non-importation of tea from England.Also an item noting: "By letters from Philadelphia we are credibly informed that a number of new buildings are going to ... See More
North Carolina gets a governor... The trouble in America...
Item #664428
September 19, 1768
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, Sept. 19, 1768 Page 3 has a brief item noting: "The King has been pleased to appoint George Mercer, Esq., to be Lieutenant Governor of his Majesty's province of North Carolina in America."
Then a letter from Ireland beginning: "We are not in a less rebellious state here than the people in America...You drain us of our troops to send them to... See More
Maryland's non-importation Resolution...
Item #664262
July 3, 1769
PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, July 3, 1769 The front page includes an illustration relating to a new kind if water-powered mill (see). Page 3 has an interesting report of: "A bill for a charitable lottery for the relief of distressed Virgins in Great Britain" which begins: "Whereas, by the great & melancholy disuse of holy matrimony in th... See More
Address to the betrayed inhabitants of New York...
Item #659759
February 1, 1770
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, February, 1770 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.
Of great interest are 2 1/2 pages with a letter: "To the Betrayed Inhabitants of the City & Colony of New York" which is terrific reading on the harsh trea... See More
Plea to the king to repeal taxes... Map of the Falkland Islands...
Item #664333
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1770 The reverse of the title page is entirely taken up with: "American Affairs" which is mostly a notable & lengthy address of the Virginia House of Burgesses to the King. It notes in part: "...upon former & recent occasions humbly submitted to your royal wisdom our just claims to be free & exempt from all taxes impos... See More
Soldiers in Boston are deserting...
Item #659922
September 1, 1774
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, September, 1774 Included is a: "Petition of the British Freeholders in Canada" for the appointment of a General Assembly. Near the back a report begins: "Gen. Carlton is said to be gone over to his government of Quebec with positive orders to embody 30,000 Roman catholic Canadians immediately, as a militia..." with more on this. News headed: ... See More
The Articles of Confederation... and so much more...
Item #664324
January 18, 1776
THE WEEKLY MAGAZINE OR EDINBURGH AMUSEMENT, Scotland, Jan. 18, 1776 Certainly the most notable content is a complete printing of the Proposed Articles of Confederation created at the Second Continental Congress which began work on May 10, 1775, principally proposed by Benjamin Franklin. Websites offer considerable detail on the creation of this historic document.
This report is prefaced wit... See More
Great, detailed account of the New York City fire...
Item #664180
November 9, 1776
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Nov. 9, 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.
The front page has a report noting in part: "During the time that General Howe lay at Turtle bay he dispatched several sloops to New York, Staten Island, etc. to reconno... See More
Sent to jail for refusing to fight...
Item #659811
April 19, 1777
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, April 19, 1777 The front page has brief mention of General Clinton leaving soon for America. Page 3 has a letter from Connecticut which mentions: "...that the governor had received a letter...from General Parson which gave an account that General Howe disarmed a whole brigade of foreign troops and sent them to New York, prisoners, for refusing to fight.... See More
Both plates are present...
Item #660013
October 1, 1777
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, October, 1777 Perhaps the most interesting feature of this issue is the nice and intricately engraving print of the skyline of London on the title/contents page.
Among the articles noted are: "Historical Anecdotes" "The History of Nancy Pelham" "Detached Thoughts by a Young Lady" "Account of The Quaker, a New Musical Piece&quo... See More
Early report on the Battle of Saratoga, and the events preceding it...
Item #662901
November 1, 1777
LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 1, 1777 A wealth of great content in this issue.
The front page has a letter from Gen. Howe to Lord Germaine describing troop movements and other particulars with mention of the Capes of Delaware, the Elk River, Cecil Court House, Christian Bridge, and Brandywine and Whiteclay Creeks, plus his Declaration "...published, to endeavour to quiet the Minds of t... See More
A Tory newspaper from the Revolutionary War...
Item #664179
February 14, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, February 14, 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.
The entire front page is taken up with ads, one of which is for the printing of: "Common Sense".
Page 2 has numerous reports which relat... See More
A Tory newspaper from the Revolutionary War...
Item #664178
April 1, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, April 1, 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.
The front page includes an Act relating to detaining persons charged with, or suspected of, the crimes of high treason or piracy committe... See More
Letter from Washington to Congress... Concerning prisoners...
Item #658935
December 1, 1778
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, Dec. 1, 1778 The front page report from London includes: "...14 officers part of General Burgoyne's arm, are arrived in Ireland...were not liberated on consequence of the convention at Saratoga, but redeemed themselves from the American by paying 100 pounds each, giving their parole not to serve in America during the present war...". A fe... See More
Much on the Revolutionary War...
Item #650627
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, July, 1779 Over 3 pages headed: "American Affairs" which includes a letter from General Clinton "...giving an account of their success in Chesapeak Bay...sensible of the importance of the posts of Stony Point & Verplanks...the enemy's works should be nearly completed..." with much more. This is followed by several more reports of the ... See More
Very rare map of Plymouth Harbor, England...
Item #659157
August 24, 1779
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, Aug. 24, 1779 The prime feature of this issue has to be the very rare map of Plymouth Sound in England headed: "The following is an exact View and Plan of the Harbour & Neighbouring High Lands near Plymouth, with the Situation of the Enemies Fleet as they bore on Tuesday the 17th Instant--taken on the Spot." There is also a key noting the... See More
Latest reports on the Revolutionary War...
Item #664035
March 1, 1780
TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, March, 1780 Included is the continuing report titled: "Rise & Progress of the War in America" which recounts, in some detail, the recent events of the Revolutionary War. Subheads include: "The King's Troops Reach Fish Kill Creek" "Clinton's Expedition Up the North River" and "Effect of the Transactions ... See More
The siege and surrender of Charleston to the British...
Item #664284
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1780 The first article is 6 pages of "Summary of Proceedings in the Present Parliament" which includes many discussions concerning the Revolutionary War, one bit noting: "...adverted to a declaration of Gen. Gr___t before the commencement of the American War, that he would undertake to lead 5000 men from one end of the American continent... See More
1781 Revolutionary War military pay document...
Item #649287
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
Lord Cornwallis... Benedict Arnold...
Item #664283
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1781 The issue begins with a continuation on the "Debate on the Motion of Thanks to Earl Cornwallis", mentioning: "...the victories he had gained, like those of Phila. & Ticonderoga, served only to multiply distresses..." with much more.Under the "Historical Chronicle" near the back is a lengthy & detailed accoun... See More
Great accounts of the Battle of Cowpens...
Item #658593
July 10, 1781
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, July 10, 1781 The front page begins with a letter: "To the Virtuous American Yeomanry", which is supportive of the cause to support the American effort. Bits include: "...You cannot...expect such an effect as the present crisis demands unless one and all of you take up the cause with spirit--the many who says, or ev... See More
The treaty whereby Cornwallis surrendered to Washington, with great commentary in Parliament...
Item #664191
December 8, 1781
THE NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 8, 1781 The front page has an: "Account of the number of British & German troops, and of ships of war, surrendered at Yorktown...".
But then the great document is on page 2 which prints the: "ARTICLES of CAPITULATION entered into between his Excellency Gen. Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the Combined Armies of America and France..... See More
News from the closing moments of the war... Thanks to Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, and others...
Item #658842
February 12, 1782
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, Feb. 12, 1782 The inside pages have various reports concerning the Revolutionary War, including: "...nothing but the utter destruction of the Carolinas was talked of by the ministry & their creatures; but since the French have blocked up the Chesapeake & landed 8000 troops, they can condescend to think it very well if... See More
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