Catalog 230+ - released for January, 2015...
This latest offering (Catalog 230) of authentic newspapers includes nearly 350 new items (along with remnants from Catalog 229). Some of the noteworthy content includes:
• “Frederick Douglass’ Paper”...
• First fleet of ships to settle South Carolina...
• Great issue on the Battle of Gettysburg...
• Philadelphia newspaper from 12 days before the Declaration of Independence...
• Lee surrenders to Grant at Appomattox...
• Rare camp newspaper from the Civil War...
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Catalog 230+ - released for January, 2015...
This latest offering (Catalog 230) of authentic newspapers includes nearly 350 new items (along with remnants from Catalog 229). Some of the noteworthy content includes:
The remaining items from the above list, along with a few additional key items, may be viewed at: Noteworthy Catalog 230+
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 230 go to: CATALOG 230
You may request a hard-copy or PDF version of this catalog by e-mailing us at:
• Request a PDF of the latest catalog
• Request a hard-copy of the latest catalog
• “Frederick Douglass’ Paper”...
• First fleet of ships to settle South Carolina...
• Great issue on the Battle of Gettysburg...
• Philadelphia newspaper from 12 days before the Declaration of Independence...
• Lee surrenders to Grant at Appomattox...
• Rare camp newspaper from the Civil War...
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:
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To view ONLY items from Catalog 230 go to: CATALOG 230
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• Request a hard-copy of the latest catalog
First fleet of ships to settle South Carolina...
Item #615024
September 6, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 6, 1669 A very significant issue on the settlement of South Carolina, as this issue begins with a report, datelined "Falmouth, August 30", reading in part: "Here are lately put in about 30 sail of ships bound for Portugal, the streights and the West Indies, and amongst them the Carolina, the Albemarle and one other ship bound with passengers ... 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
A 330+ year old newspaper...
Item #120730
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.
Relating to the Glorious Revolution...
Item #612839
April 20, 1689
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE ESTATES IN SCOTLAND, London, England, April 20, (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. Most of the back page is taken up with: "A Proclamat... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #559390
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's (2nd rate) An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published English language newspaper, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today. All are from the late 1600's, priced due to minor imperfections causing them to be 2nd rate A great opportunity for authentic 17th century newspapers at a fraction of their typical cost... See More
Report on Parliament, from the 1600's...
Item #121061
VOTES OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, England, 1692 A rare British newspaper much the size of others of the day. Fine & lengthy reporting on votes and other actions in Parliament. Nice condition & rarely offered at such a price. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date--but will have the format a... See More
World's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #120197
January 1, 1695
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 collecti... See More
Over 300 years old...
Item #120350
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1695. This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format. This newspaper was published before any American newspapers even existed.A single sheet newspaper prin... See More
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #615807
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 collecti... See More
Full page engravings from the 1700's...
Item #180035
A lot of ten engraved plates from "Gentleman's Magazine", London, all from the 1700's (though not dated). The lot may include foldouts, prints of buildings, diagrams, maps, etc. A few defects at the margins, some of the fold lines of multi-panel plates may be archivally mended from the reverse, but otherwise nice condition.
A variant and short-lived title...
Item #120190
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
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.
Unusual, short-lived newspaper...
Item #613545
February 16, 1710
THE VISIONS OF SIR HEISTER RYLEY: WITH OTHER ENTERTAINMENTS, London, Feb. 16, 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 adverse to siding with any political party. His little newspaper was a 4 page serial. It contained essays, letters and misc... See More
Early and notable 18th century title... Addison & Steele...
Item #120488
THE SPECTATOR, London, England, 1711-1712 One of the more famous of the early newspapers and by the famed Addison & Steele. Nice condition, some light browning. A single sheet issue measuring 8 by 11 1/2 inches.
Death of Queen Anne... Announcing the new King George I...
Item #613386
August 10, 1714
THE POST BOY, London, Aug. 10, 1714 The front page has a report of the death of Queen Anne in an item datelined from the Hague: "...we received by an express the melancholy news of the dangerous indisposition of her Britannick Majesty, and since that an account of her decease on Sunday morning last; which has deeply affected the generality of people here with grief...". Also report... See More
At a reduced price... Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #180039
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
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.
Mention of the Mississippi Company...
Item #613281
October 18, 1720
THE POST-BOY, London, Oct. 18, 1720 One of the more handsome newspapers of the early 18th century as the masthead features two nice engravings, one of a newsboy on horseback "trumpeting" the news. The front page has a news item noting in part: "...Two French ships belonging to the Mississippi Company are seiz'd in a small harbour hard by the Rio, where they went to trade..... See More
Handsome display newspaper from the early 1700's...
Item #120160
THE POST-BOY, London, 1723-1726 A very nice single sheet newspaper featuring two handsome engravings in the masthead (see). Various news from Great Britain and the continent of Europe, plus a partial red tax stamp on the reverse. Measures about 14 1/4 by 8 1/8 inches, nice condition and great for display.
Early 1700's... Quite uncommon from London...
Item #120195
THE TRUE BRITON, London, 1723-1724 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 is only representative of the issue you will receive. Actual issues may have some damp staining and/or a rough left spine, but will be dated 1723 - 1724.
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.
Rare, early title...
Item #120257
FOG'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, 1731 A quite rare title from England with a very early date and a partial red tax stamp in a lower corner of the front page. Various news of the day both from England and the rest of Europe.Four pages, approximately 10 by 13 inches, a bit of foxing, overall very good. The image shown is only representative of the look (format) and condition of the issue you will... See More
An obscure newspaper from 1731...
Item #613595
February 27, 1731
FOG'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, Feb. 27, 1731 Various news of the day in this somewhat obscure title, plus the back leaf is entirely taken up with ads, 3 of which have small illustrations.
Four pages, 9 3/4 by 12 3/4 inches, very nice condition.
One of the more obscure 18th century newspapers...
Item #613604
September 30, 1732
THE COUNTRY JOURNAL; OR THE CRAFTSMAN, London, Sept. 30, 1732 Page 2 has: "A State of the Affairs of Corsica" amongst other foreign reports. The front have has: "The Humble Petition of Richard Franklin, Bookseller, late of Russel St. in Covent Garden". Many ads including an interesting, illustrated & detailed ad: "For Curing the Teeth" (see). Pge 3 has a nic... See More
Shipping rights violated in American seas...
Item #612830
October 25, 1739
THE DAILY GAZETTEER, London, Oct. 25, 1739 The entire front page seems to be concerning shipping rights agreed to between nations, with one item noting: "...The English nation as well as the French and Dutch do & always have claim'd a freedom of navigation in the American seas...They complain that this freedom of navigation has been notoriously violated by the Spaniards..."... See More
Eighteenth century perspective from England...
Item #559498
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of ten issues of this famous newspaper covering at least 5 decades from the 1700's. All are in good condition. A nice way to gain Britain's perspective of world affairs from the 18th century.
Rare 18th century newspaper by Samuel Johnson...
Item #613412
April 16, 1751
THE RAMBLER, London, April 16, 1751 An uncommon periodical done by the Samuel Johnson. Johnson was one of the most important English writers of the eighteenth century. It's long been traditional to refer to the second half of the eighteenth century as "the age of Johnson". While working on the Dictionary, for which he is perhaps most famous, he published a series of periodical ... See More
Uncommon title...
Item #613559
January 25, 1753
THE SCOURGE, London, January 25, 1753 A very curious and uncommon newspaper from England done in the editorial format, popular with other titles at that time as well. It was published "By Oxymel Busby, Esq." as noted in the masthead. The front page begins with a sentiment which could apply to today: "I have remarked the severest censurers of mankind to be those who are most fa... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #613350
August 15, 1758
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Aug. 15, 1758, Dec. 25, 1760, May 22, 1764, Nov. 7, 1767, & March 3, 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 measures... 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.
Pre-Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #559421
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, 1760's A lot of 10 issues of this famous & popular newspaper at a bargain price. A good set to show the state of affairs in England and the world shortly before the American Revolution. All are complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, & are in nice condition.
18th century Scotland...
Item #559414
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1760's A very early lot of five newspapers from Scotland, with news of the day. A great period set at a considerable discount from the regular per-issue price. Nice condition. The images shown are representative of the look and condition of those you will receive. Actual dates vary in the 1760's.
Colonial news from Charleston...
Item #613401
January 5, 1764
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 5, 1764 Near the back are reports under: "America" with a Charleston dateline and which concerns the regulation of foreign vessels, etc. (see). Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, minor fold rubbing.
Thinking forward on the Stamp Act...
Item #589120
November 19, 1765
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Nov. 19, 1765 Over a full column on the front page has a letter reflecting upon the potential disastrous results of Parliament's actions on the American colonies, noting in part: "All infant states...that are rising by their industry have a high sense of freedom, which spirit may be easily regulated but never can with safety be controlled...it may... 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
A letter of thanks from Boston...
Item #612766
June 8, 1767
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, (Gloucester), England, June 8, 1767 Page 3 has: "A Letter from Boston, New-England" is a note of thanks including: "...noble & generous efforts in support of the common rights of mankind & liberties of Great Britain & her colonies..." (see). The tone would change in a few years.
Red tax stamp on the front page, 4 pages, folio size, neve... See More
Converting the Cherokee Indians...
Item #613124
June 15, 1767
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL [Gloucester], June 15, 1767 Page 2 has some news headed: "America" including a bit from Charleston noting: "Mr. Hammerer, who came over from England with intent to civilize & convert the Cherokee Indians, has met with more success than some...seemed to expect...Some of the principal Indians have given him their children to educate..." (see).
Fou... See More
Reports from America...
Item #613402
July 30, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 30, 1767 Most of the front page is taken up with a curious article: "...the Manner in which Parish Poor Children are Placed out Apprentices", being shades of "Oliver Twist" but almost a century earlier.
Over one-third of an inside have has news headed: "America", being a report from Charleston with talk of food shortages at P... See More
Much about the Indians...
Item #612888
April 18, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, April 18, 1768
* Colonial America
* Native Americans - Indians
Inside has a column headed: "America" with reports from Charleston providing news from the Southern part of the colonies, and that: "...Brig. General Haldimand had withdrawn the garrison of Tombrige-Fort & intended to establish another more advantageous post on Lake Pontchartrain; T... See More
News from America...
Item #613698
August 25, 1768
ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE OR BRITISH EVENING POST, London, Aug. 25, 1768 The front page has: "America" with a report from Boston noting a Proclamation which dissolves the General Assembly in Massachusetts. Also a note from North Carolina mentioning: "...that there are great disturbances in that province occasioned by the Act of Parliament prohibiting the issue of any more pape... See More
Trouble brewing between England and America...
Item #613251
October 3, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Oct. 3, 1768 Page 3 contains a document which is signed in type by Samuel Adams among others. It also contains an advertisements for "The New and Favourite LIBERTY SONG, In Freedom we're Born...". Words were written by John Dickinson and it is considered to have been the first song to express American patriotism.
Another page has an article from Charlesto... See More
Taxation and non-importation...
Item #590863
September 11, 1769
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, September 11, 1769 A notable title from the colonial period, that has an ornate royal coat of arms engraving in the masthead. Inside has a report from South Carolina that: "...resolutions,...with regard to the sole right of taxing themselves, their right of petitioning his Majesty & using measures to procure t... See More
Spirit of opposition to England is high...
Item #590864
September 18, 1769
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, September 18, 1769 A notable title from the colonial period, that has an ornate royal coat of arms engraving in the masthead. Inside has an item beginning: "When the celebrated Mr. Franklin traveled through part of Scotland some years ago, attended by a negro servant, the fellow, who estimated the value of land...... See More
News from "America"...
Item #612962
January 12, 1771
BINGLEY'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, Jan. 12, 1771 The front page has a bit item from Charleston (see) and page 2 has a bit more under "America" (see).
Four pages, very nice condition.
Trouble with the Carolina Regulators...
Item #613368
August 24, 1771
BINGLEY'S JOURNAL, London, Aug. 24, 1771 Page 3 has an: "Extract of a Letter from Wilmington, North Carolina" which concerns the problems with the Regulars of the Carolinas (see hyperlink). Page 2 has much reporting from New England concerning taxes, etc. (see).
Four pages, nice pg. 3 red tax stamp, very nice condition.... See More
Judaica interest...
Item #613365
January 20, 1772
ARIS'S BIRMINGHAM GAZETTE, England, Jan. 20, 1772 The front page includes some court reports including: "...The diamonds taken away from Sir Robert Ladbroke's house were found at a Jew receiver's...Four Jews, thieves & receivers together were concerned in the burglary at Sir Robert's, but they are out-numbered by the Christian villains..." and also: "...the... See More
Great foldout map of "West Florida" from Pensacola to New Orleans...
Item #613153
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1772 Certainly the most notable item in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of Part of WEST FLORIDA" from Pensacola to the Mouth of Iberville River, with a View to shew the Proper Spot for a Settlement on the Mississippi." The map shows much detail (see) and includes a nice inset of a "Plan for a ... See More
Governor dissolves the South Carolina General Assembly...
Item #613400
February 20, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 20, 1773 Inside has reports from Charleston concerning politics and noting that the Governor had dissolved the colonial General Assembly (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, light dirtiness, generally good.
Boston events just before the Revolutionary War...
Item #602335
June 28, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 28, 1774 Over half of an inside page is taken up with: "Thoughts on the Act for Making more Effectual Provision for the Government of the Province of Quebec" which begins: "This writer examines & considers the objections pleaded against the Quebec Act & endeavours to prove that they are founded upon false & erroneous principles..... See More
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