Catalog 220+ - released for March, 2014...
This latest offering (Catalog 220) of authentic newspapers includes nearly 350 new items along with remnants from Catalog 219. Some of the noteworthy content includes:• Washington, D.C. report of Lincoln’s assassination...
• Broadside newspaper on Lee’s surrender...
• “Newspaper” dated 1650...
• Map shows Pensacola to New Orleans...
• Wright brothers’ first flight...
• Slave auction print...
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Catalog 220+ - released for March, 2014...
This latest offering (Catalog 220) of authentic newspapers includes nearly 350 new items along with remnants from Catalog 219. Some of the noteworthy content includes:
• Washington, D.C. report of Lincoln’s assassination...
• Broadside newspaper on Lee’s surrender...
• “Newspaper” dated 1650...
• Map shows Pensacola to New Orleans...
• Wright brothers’ first flight...
• Slave auction print...
The remaining items from the above list, along with a few additional key items, may be viewed at: Noteworthy Catalog 220
The catalog in its entirety is shown below the links (in chronological order). However, the links are designed to help you quickly find items of interest from this latest offering:
To view ONLY items from Catalog 220 go to: CATALOG 220
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• Washington, D.C. report of Lincoln’s assassination...
• Broadside newspaper on Lee’s surrender...
• “Newspaper” dated 1650...
• Map shows Pensacola to New Orleans...
• Wright brothers’ first flight...
• Slave auction print...
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Lord Fairfax... Cromwell appointed commander-in-chief...
Item #605514
July 1, 1650
PERFECT DIURNALL OF SOME PASSAGES & PROCEEDINGS OF & IN RELATION TO THE ARMIES IN ENGLAND, IRELAND, & SCOTLAND, London, June 31, 1650 A fascinating "newsbook" (predecessors to today's newspapers) from the English Civil War. And this issue has some very good content concerning Lord Fairfax and the English Civil War. Inside has: "Whereas by Ordianance of Parliam... See More
A report concerning the Great Plague...
Item #605570
May 21, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 21, 1666 This is an extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just the year prior in 1665 and is still publishing today. This is issue #54.
As was the typical format for this newspaper it has various reports from many locations throughout Europe, many of which are military in nature. At the time of this pri... See More
A report concerning the Great Plague...
Item #605572
May 21, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 21, 1666 This is an extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper, having begun just the year prior in 1665 and is still publishing today. This is issue #54.
As was the typical format for this newspaper it has various reports from many locations throughout Europe, many of which are military in nature. At the time of this pri... See More
Over 300 years old and at a lesser price...
Item #120198
January 1, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's (2nd-rate) A genuine issue of this famous title, the world's oldest continually published 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 the price conside... See More
A 325+ year old newspaper...
Item #120730
January 1, 1680
THE WEEKLY PACQUET OF ADVICE FROM ROME, OR THE HISTORY OF POPERY, London, 1680-1683 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.
From the 1600's by a woman publisher...
Item #605004
January 1, 1682
THE OBSERVATOR, London, England, 1682 A dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, done in a dialogue format, between Whig & Tory. Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of this issue is that the imprint at the bottom of the back page reads: "London, Printed for Joanna Brome, at the Gun in S. Paul's Church-yard." I believe this to be the earlies... See More
A rare 17th century title...
Item #605339
June 25, 1689
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARLIAMENT IN SCOTLAND, London, England, July 2, (1689) The year is printed in the dateline of the first report at the top of page 1 (see), as well as in the imprint at the bottom of the back page. A very rare newspaper from England dealing primarily with Parliamentary affairs. Part of the front page related to an Act of Parliament for: "...Regul... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published newspaper...
Item #559390
January 1, 1690
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's (2nd rate) An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, 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 cost.... See More
Item #121061
January 1, 1692
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 newspaper...
Item #120197
January 1, 1695
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1695-1696 An opportunity for a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper (began in 1665 & still publishes 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. The photos are re... See More
Over 300 years old...
Item #120350
January 1, 1695
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
Full page engravings from the 1700's...
Item #180035
January 1, 1700
A lot of ten engraved plates from "Gentleman's Magazine", London, all from the 1700's (though not dated). The lot may include foldouts, prints of buildings, diagrams, maps, etc. A few defects at the margins, some of the fold lines of multi-panel plates may be archivally mended from the reverse, but otherwise nice condition.
A variant and short-lived title...
Item #120190
January 1, 1705
THE REHEARSAL OF OBSERVATOR, London, England 1703-1706 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 giv... See More
Unusual, short-lived newspaper...
Item #120477
January 1, 1710
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 newspaper...
Item #559480
January 1, 1710
THE LONDON GAZETTE A lot of five issues of the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, 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.
Early and notable 18th century title... Addison & Steele...
Item #120488
January 1, 1711
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.
At a reduced price... Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #180039
January 1, 1720
THE POST-BOY, London, 1720's A lot of 5 issues of this early title with the great masthead containing two engravings. Lightly inked or other minor problem causing them to be a bit '2nd rate'. Offered at a considerable discount. The generic photo shows what the newspaper looks like when in good condition.
Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #559396
January 1, 1720
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.
See the terrific masthead...
Item #605819
January 16, 1720
THE WEEKLY JOURNAL OR SATURDAY'S POST, London, Jan. 16, 1720 See the masthead for one of the more beautiful & intricately engraved devices to be found in a newspaper. Various news reports of the day with page 4 having an item: "...the King of Spain has ordered the galleons or fleet for America to be got ready with all expedition, & 'tis said that a strong squadron of Spa... See More
Handsome display newspaper from the early 1700's...
Item #120160
January 1, 1723
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.
Early 1700's... Quite uncommon from London...
Item #120195
January 1, 1723
THE TRUE BRITON, London, 1723 A quite uncommon single sheet newspaper which has comparatively large lettering in the masthead, a bit larger than most from of this period. Wide margins at the top and right, nice condition. The photo below is "generic" however the issue you receive will have a similar look and will be dated 1723.
Letters of condolence for the death of King George I...
Item #605811
July 18, 1727
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 8, 1727 The front page has an address of the University of Oxford to the King concerning the death of the King's father, King George I. Pages 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 containing more letters of condolence to the King, King George II and the father of King George III with whom the American colonies would deal during the Revolutionary War. A letter of page 6 beg... See More
Pre and post war perspective from Britain...
Item #180019
January 1, 1730
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.
Uncommon title from the 1700's...
Item #605821
December 26, 1730
FOG'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, Dec. 26, 1730 Certainly one of the less common titles from the early 18th century. Various news and discussions of the period with the back page filled with ads, 4 of which are illustrated.
Four pages, 9 3/4 by 12 3/4 inches, very nice condition.
Rare, early title...
Item #120257
January 1, 1731
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
Sinking of an American ship...
Item #605428
August 21, 1731
FOG'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, Aug. 21, 1731 Page 2 has over half a column taken up with a report datelined "Philadelphia, June 24" concerning the: "...loss of the sloop Maryland, of Boston, Edward Sunderland master...". Bit close-cut at the top portion of this article shaves a few letters but no loss of readability (see). Other various news of the day. Four pages, clo... See More
A Free Thinker's Religion... On Conjugal Love...
Item #594273
January 1, 1732
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1732 The issue begins with 26 pages of "A View of the Weekly Disputes & Essays in this Month". This section has various reports from the many newspapers in England including the London Journal, The Craftsman, Applebee's Journal, Universal Spectator, Fog's Journal, the Free Briton, the Weekly Register, and more. These newspa... See More
A highwayman in action...
Item #605817
December 14, 1734
THE COUNTRY JOURNAL OR THE CRAFTSMAN, London, Dec. 14, 1734 Page 2 has a report: "...one Roberts...in company with a woman dress'd in men's clothes, set upon a pedlar...and after robbing him of six shillings, attempted to cut out his tongue, which they almost effected; and whether, after so much loss of blood he will recover is uncertain..." (see).
Four pages, 10 1/2 by 14... See More
The Jacobite Rebellion...
Item #605396
December 23, 1745
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Dec. 23, 1745 Inside has content concerning the Jacobite Rebellion including a report from Preston noting: "...arrived here the Georgia Rangers & soon after a party of the Duke of Kingston's Horse...These troops have marched from Doncaster without a halt...They have taken a captain of the Rebel Army named MacKenzie & two men prisoners. Th... See More
Early news from America...
Item #593903
November 1, 1748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November,1748 The most significant content in this issue would be the "General & Definitive Treaty of Peace", more commonly known as the Treaty of Aix la Chapelle which ended the War of the Austrian Succession. This treaty takes five pages.
Other items in this issue are: "A Pulmonic Machine" with a print of it, appearing to be mu... See More
Eighteenth century perspective from England...
Item #559498
January 1, 1750
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.
Nice map of a part of London...
Item #592671
May 1, 1753
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1753 This issue begins with: "Some Account of the New Roads in Surry from Westminster Bridge" which is accompanied by a very nice foldout map measuring 10 by 14 inches, showing the south side of the River Thames but includes the Tower of London as well as portions of Westminster, plus both London Bridge & Westminster Bridge (see). Ther... See More
Five different British titles from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #559420
January 1, 1760
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.
Pre-Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #559421
January 1, 1760
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.
Ten bookplates from the 18th century...
Item #605776
March 3, 1760
LOT OF TEN BOOKPLATES, mostly (if not all) from the 1700's. Various engravings of shields and coats-of-arms, most measuring about 3 by 4 inches. Some mild wear, mostly nice (see).
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #605640
October 4, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, a group of five issues dated July 29, 1758, Oct. 21, 1760, Feb. 23, 1764, Aug. 22, 1767, and Feb. 16, 1773. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in nice condition, a few with some damp staining. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies. Each measures about 8 by 11 inches.
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On the death of King George II...
Item #605019
October 30, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 30, 1760 Page 2 has: "The Lord Marshal's Order for a General Mourning for his late Majesty King George the Second.' (see) Also a report from the "London Gazette Extraordinary" headed: "A Proclamation Requiring all persons being in Office of Authority of Government at the Decease of the late King, to proceed in the Execu... See More
On the death of King George II...
Item #605020
October 30, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 30, 1760 Page 2 has: "The Lord Marshal's Order for a General Mourning for his late Majesty King George the Second.' (see) Also a report from the "London Gazette Extraordinary" headed: "A Proclamation Requiring all persons being in Office of Authority of Government at the Decease of the late King, to proceed in the Execu... See More
French & Indian War, and more...
Item #605108
November 15, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 15, 1760 Page 6 has half a column headed: "America" with reports from Philadelphia and New York, the latter having a report of an officer who murdered a women for her complicity in a pick-pocket scam. There is also nearly a column on a letter from Charleston, South Carolina, concerning hostilities by the Cherokee Indians, and some items concernin... See More
French & Indian War, and more...
Item #605109
November 15, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 15, 1760 Page 6 has half a column headed: "America" with reports from Philadelphia and New York, the latter having a report of an officer who murdered a women for her complicity in a pick-pocket scam. There is also nearly a column on a letter from Charleston, South Carolina, concerning hostilities by the Cherokee Indians, and some items concernin... See More
18th century Scotland...
Item #559414
January 1, 1761
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.
Impressed with the chief of the Huron Indians...
Item #605627
March 1, 1764
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 1, 1764 Page 5 has: "America - Extract of a Letter from Quebec" which notes in part: "...had yesterday a visit from an Indian Chief, the Sachem of the Christian Hurons & his squaw; they were neatly dressed & spoke good French...", he noting that: "...the Indians were not governed by French, but were free all over the world... See More
Item #589091
August 23, 1765
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Aug. 23, 1765 Inside has a report concerning Newfoundland in Canada (see). Most other reports are European, with various advertisements.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, never-trimmed margins, full red tax stamp on the back page, nice condition.
The Stamp Act in America...
Item #589094
September 6, 1765
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Sept. 6, 1765 Inside has a letter from Savannah (see), followed by a letter from Mobile, Alabama, which begins: "...appears that the commerce carried on between the French at New Orleans & the Illinois, was the true cause of the obstruction which Major Loftus met with in attempting to get up the Mississippi last year. The commerce was very gainful... See More
Reports from America... Virginia & the Stamp Act..
Item #589095
September 13, 1765
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Sept. 13, 1765 Inside has 2 pages with a column of reports headed "America" with reports datelined Boston, Philadelphia, New York, & Wilmington. One report notes: "...protected him from the resentment of the savages occasioned by a report made to them, that some of his party had scalped, in their march from Pittsburgh, twelve India... See More
Plight of a presumed stamp distributor in Charleston...
Item #589124
December 31, 1765
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Dec. 31, 1765 A response to the King from members of the House of Commons pledges that: "...we will not fail...to apply ourselves with the utmost diligence & attention to those important occurrences in America which your Majesty recommends to our consideration..." (see).
A letter from New York states: "...from the Illinois. They s... See More
Uncommon provincial title with a decorative masthead...
Item #204514
January 1, 1766
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
"...ill temper remains in his colony..."
Item #605631
July 28, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 28, 1767 The entire front page & some of page 2 are taken up with a lengthy report on: "...regulating the Turnpike Roads of this Kingdom." Over one-third of page 2 has reports headed: "America" including items from New York, Newport, Falmouth, Goshen, Connecticut; and Boston (see).
Another page has a report concerning Russian... See More
Handling the customs from America...
Item #605105
August 6, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 6, 1767 Page 7 has: "An abstract of an ACT to enable his Majesty to put the Customs & other Duties in the British Dominions in America...under the Management of Commissioners to be appointed for that Purpose..." taking half a column (see). Another pg. 7 item is headed: "The Sufficiency of the present Genuine Copper Coinage" which ... See More
Indian troubles... Angry at the tax collectors...
Item #585512
June 13, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, June 13, 1768 Included are reports under the heading "America" from Charleston, Philadelphia, Boston, Newport, & New York, including a letter "...from the Cherokee country, informs us...upper Cherokee towns are greatly harassed by several parties of Indians from the Ohio & Mississippi who kill every body they met with, whether white... See More
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