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Catalog 297 (for August) is now available. This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes: a ‘Virginia Gazette’ from 1775, a ‘Tombstone Epitaph’ just before the gunfight, the "First Flight" of the Wright brothers, the very beginning of the Impressionist movement, a rare ‘Oxford Gazette’ (1665), a nice report: "Did Cook or Peary discover the North Pole?", and more.
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An early newspaper from 1641...
Item #670775
February 16, 1641
GAZETTE, Paris, France, Feb. 16, 1641 This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory by nearly 15 years. This was the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu. The title has the first letter embellished, as well as the first le... See More
Extremely rare 1665 Oxford Gazette... Account of deaths from the Great Plague...
Item #664849
January 18, 1666
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, London, 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 English language 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 t... 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
Account of a famer & his family's journey to New England...
Item #617020
November 23, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 23, 1674 Although pages 1 & 2 are almost entirely taken up with various European news of the day, the back page has an "Advertisements" which notes: "An Account of two Voyages to New England. Wherein you have the setting out of a ship, with the charges; the price of all necessaries for furnishing a planter & his family at his first com... See More
By America's first newspaper publisher...
Item #670798
December 9, 1679
DOMESTICK INTELLIGENCE Or News Both From CITY and COUNTRY, London, England, Dec. 9, 1679 A very early single sheet newspaper published by Benjamin Harris (his imprint appears on the bottom of the back page), the first newspaper printer in the colonies.
Harris spent several years in jail in London for libelous printing, and upon release he emigrated to America to continue his printing trade.... See More
Samuel Johnson is found guilty of sedition and rebellion...
Item #665934
June 24, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 24, 1686 The back page has a report from Westminster noting: "This day Samuel Johnson was brought to tryal at the King's Bench-Bar upon an information of High Misdemeanor, for writing and publishing two scandalous and seditious libels, to excite and stir up His Majesties subjects to sedition and rebellion, and upon a full evidence was found guilty o... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649260
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's (2nd rate) An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published English language newspaper, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today. All are from the late 1600's, priced due to minor imperfections causing them to be 2nd rate. A great opportunity for authentic 17th century newspapers at a fraction of their typical cos... See More
First issue, and with this variant title...
Item #670092
March 17, 1690
THE ATHENIAN GAZETTE, "Resolving Weekly all the most Nice and Curious Question Propos'd by the Ingenious", London, England, March 17, 1690 This was the very first issue of a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England, done in question & answer format. One question: "Whether 'tis lawful for a man to beat his wife?&q
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Reports from Parliament from the 1600's...
Item #649266
VOTES OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, England, 1692 A rare British newspaper much the size of others of the day. Fine & lengthy reporting on votes and other actions in Parliament. Nice condition & rarely offered at such a price. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date--but will have the format a... See More
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #649246
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1696 An opportunity for a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This issue is well over 300 years old. Very nice condition with some minor foxing, single sheet, printed on both sides. A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collection.&nb... See More
Over 320 years old...
Item #649262
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1695. This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format. This newspaper was published before any American newspapers even existed.A single sheet newspaper prin... See More
Full page engravings from the 1700's...
Item #649224
(10) 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.
Rare title from the 1600's...
Item #669982
THE PRESENT STATE OF EUROPE OR THE HISTORICAL & POLITICAL MONTHLY MERCURY, London, England, July, 1700.This is an uncommon periodical published during the reign of King William III, formatted something like a pamphlet but definitely a periodical, with the more extended title reading: "... Giving an Account of all the Publick and Private Occurrences, Civil, Ecclesiastical, and Military, ... See More
A variant and short-lived title...
Item #649223
THE REHEARSAL OF OBSERVATOR, London, England 1704-1706 A variant title --& earlier date--of the newspaper titled "The Rehearsal", and much less common. A single sheet newspaper printed on both sides measuring 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 given.Note: U... 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
Early and notable 18th century title... Addison & Steele...
Item #649221
THE SPECTATOR, London, England, 1712 One of the more famous of the early newspapers and by the famed Addison & Steele. Nice condition, trimmed, some light browning. A single sheet issue measuring 8 by 11 1/2 inches. Red ink stamps do not appear to be present.
The oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649293
(5) THE LONDON GAZETTE (2nd-rate/dmg.) 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... See More
John Floyer appointed Secretary of New-England...
Item #670108
May 24, 1715
THE POST-BOY, London, May 24, 1715 The back page has a brief report mentioning America: "John Floyer, Esq; is appointed Secretary of New-England, in the room of Isaac Addington, lately deceas'd."
A single sheet newspaper, 8 1/2 by 14 inches, scattered foxing, two handsome engravings in the masthead. Nice condition.
Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #649232
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.
At a reduced price... Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #649273
THE POST-BOY, London, 1720's (2nd-rate) A lot of 5 issues of this early title with the great masthead containing two engravings. Lightly inked or other minor problem causing them to be a bit '2nd rate'. Offered at a considerable discount. The generic photo shows what the newspaper looks like when in good condition.
Handsome display newspaper from the early 1700's...
Item #649264
THE POST-BOY, London, 1723-1726 A very nice single sheet newspaper featuring two handsome engravings in the masthead (see). Various news from Great Britain and the continent of Europe, plus a partial red tax stamp on the reverse. Measures 14 1/4 by 8 1/8 inches, nice condition and great for display.
Pre and post war perspective from Britain...
Item #649310
(8) 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.
A full size, single sheet newspaper...
Item #670175
December 22, 1730
THE DAILY POST, London, Dec. 22, 1730 A single sheet newspaper of folio size with front page news from London & elsewhere in Europe, with the back page taken up with ads.
Nice red tax stamp at the top of the front page. Measures 10 by 16 1/2 inches, very nice condition.
Rare, early title...
Item #649222
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
Rare 18th century title....
Item #669987
THE UNIVERSAL SPECTATOR & WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, July 14, 1733 A very uncommon & early title we have rarely offered in our 44 years in this business. The four pages contain various news from London & elsewhere, plus advertisements taking up the entire back page.Four pages, 10 1/4 by 13 1/4 inches, nice condition.
Rare newspaper, lengthy title...
Item #670131
December 20, 1739
THE WARWICK & STAFFORDSHIRE JOURNAL WITH THE HISTORY OF THE HOLY BIBLE, London, Dec. 20, 1739 This is a title I have never seen before prior to acquiring several issues, and is quite rare as such. Records show this title only lasted from late 1737 to mid-1739. Page 2 is entirely taken up with various reports from "London".
A four page newspaper measuring 8 1/2 by 10 3/4 inches... See More
Finding a Northwest Passage... Protecting the Carolinas...
Item #667106
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1745Over 1 1/2 pages are taken up with: "The case of Carolina Consider'd, with Regard to its Danger of being Invaded, for want of Regular Forces...". This is a great article on the defence of the colonies. Three-quarters of a page are taken up with: "A List of Privateers".
Among other articles are: "Speech on the Report... See More
Great account of the Battle of Littleferry, just before Culloden... King George's War in America...
Item #657546
September 29, 1746
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Sept. 29, 1746 The front page has a report from America on King George's War: "...reported from Cape Breton, the accounts from New-England advising that the soldiers of that province, who were at the expedition against Cape Breton, were returned,,,that most of the Americans were come away except such as have been listed by the Governor Sir Willia... See More
Terrific 18th century ship illustration...
Item #667124
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1748 Certainly a prime feature is the terrific, full page illustration of: "A Ship Of War" with considerable detail, and with most of the facing page having the "Explanation to a Ship of War of the third Rate with Rigging, &c., at Anchor".The "Explanation" numerically identifies 148 parts noted on the plates as well ... See More
Terrific 18th century ship illustration...
Item #667133
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1748 Certainly a prime feature is the terrific, full page illustration of: "A Ship Of War" with considerable detail, and with most of the facing page having the "Explanation to a Ship of War of the third Rate with Rigging, &c., at Anchor".The "Explanation" numerically identifies 148 parts noted on the plates as well ... See More
Eighteenth century perspective from England...
Item #649234
(10) 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. The image shown is representative of the "look" of what you will receive. Actual issues/dates will vary.
Uncommon title...
Item #670088
January 11, 1753
THE SCOURGE, London, Jan. 11, 1753 A very curious and uncommon newspaper from England done in editorial format, popular with other titles at that time as well. It was published "By Oxymel Busby, Esq." as noted in the masthead. This newspaper lasted but 81 issues.
Single column format with 6 pages, 7 1/4 by 11 1/4 inches, good condition.
18th century Scotland...
Item #649233
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, 1750'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 later 1750's.
Nice map of portions of Canada...
Item #667291
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1758 Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the very nice & detailed foldout map titled: "A Plan of the City & Harbour of Louisburg; shewing that part of Gabarus Bay in which the English landed, also their Encampment during the Siege in 1745." Within this map is a large inset in the upper left which is: "A Map of the I... See More
Pre-Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #649258
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, 1760's A lot of 10 issues of this famous & popular newspaper at a bargain price. A good set to show the state of affairs in England and the world shortly before the American Revolution. All are complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, & are in nice condition.
Five British newspapers from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #649294
(5) An interesting lot of five British newspapers, containing at least three different titles. They span the 1760's thru the 1790's and include at least one from each decade. In average or better 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.
Displayable Act of Parliament...
Item #666697
January 1, 1760
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1760 Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...for granting to His Majesty a certain sum of money...for the service of the year one thousand seven hundred and sixty."
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
Ten pages, 11 by 7 1/4 inches, nice condition.
Map of Havana, Cuba...
Item #667199
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1762 Although typically missing from most issues, this magazine still contains the full page plate titled: "Plan of the City and Harbour of Havanna" which also includes a key as to the various points of interest.An article: "Weak State of the Island of Jamaica" but the map of Jamaica is lacking.
Near the back of the issue is... See More
Pre-Stamp Act to just prior to the Revolutionary War...
Item #649252
THE LONDON CHRONICLE. A collection of ten issues, one from each year 1763 thru 1772, crossing the critical period from the just prior to the Stamp Act to just before the outbreak of the pre-Revolutionary War tensions. Each 8 pages & in nice condition.
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #670778
October 26, 1765
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated June 29, 1758, Oct. 26, 1765, Jan. 8, 1767, Oct. 14, 1769, & Jan. 4, 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 about... See More
On the Stamp Act and the crisis in America...
Item #667204
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1766 A significant article in this issue includes: "The Crisis; or a full Defense of the Colonies..." which begins: "The main argument which the enemies of the Colonies make use of to justify the Act of Parliament in dispute, is, that the British legislature has an undoubted right of establishing whatever ordinances it may think p... See More
Mention of the hated Stamp Act..
Item #670150
May 12, 1766
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, (spelled Gloucester today), England, May 12, 1766 The front page has a letter from Quebec as well as a letter from Philadelphia which notes in part: "...every thing relating to the affairs of America was settled, that the Stamp Act would be repealed and requisitions were to be made to the respective colonies for the support of American establishment...".
Fou... See More
Uncommon provincial title with a decorative masthead...
Item #649299
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, 1767-68 (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 ne... See More
Explorers of the world...
Item #670232
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1773 Among the articles in this issue are: "Origin & Progress of Newspapers" which discussion some of the newsbooks & other newspapers of the mid-17th century; "Some Account of the Chinese Temple" which is accompanied by a full page print titled: "The House of Confucius in Kew Gardens".Also: "An Account ... See More
News from America...
Item #670663
January 21, 1775
THE MIDDLESEX JOURNAL & EVENING ADVERTISER, London, Jan. 21, 1775 The front page has some reports concerning a meeting of the American Congress in Philadelphia. Page 2 has: "Union of Parties in Defence of American Liberties" and page 3 has some news concerning trade in the West Indies, and a paragraph beginning: "We are just now very busy in erecting batteries, preparing f... See More
Benedict Arnold destroys the British fort at St. John's, Canada... Much on the troubles in America... The Gunpowder Incident...
Item #656497
June 16, 1775
THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, June 16, 1775 This newspaper was published Alexander Purdie, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia.
The front page has a report which reports on the: "...The rise & progress... See More
Terrific "Extra" issue reporting the historic battle of New York...
Item #662478
December 31, 1776
THE LONDON GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY, England, December 30, 1776 and January 2, 1777 "Extraordinary" issues were printed when notable news was received outside the regular printing schedule, and issue as such to get into circulation as quickly as possible. Typically such Extraordinary issues were entirely taken up with a singular account, as is the case with this issue.
The focus of t... See More
Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #649259
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of five issues of this famous newspaper, one each from 1777, 1778, 1779, 1780, and 1781, covering 5 years in and around the Revolutionary War. The lot is a blend of 1st and somewhat 2nd-rate issues. Although no direct war content is to be found, they are great period items giving a nice perspective of life during this formative period in world history. Most are 4 pages, a... See More
Congress rallies the troops...
Item #666873
January 16, 1777
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 16, 1777 Page 2 has a items concerning an officer at Boston addressing General Howe upon his retreat from the heights of Boston. And a short note from Ticonderoga, followed by a report from New York noting: "...General Howe has wrote for more troops...Whatever has been the success, or the object of Dr. Franklin's mission to France, it is said that... See More
From the Revolutionary War era...
Item #666874
January 30, 1777
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 30, 1777
Newspapers from England during the Revolutionary War are interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day. This is a complete, 8 page newspaper and a very famous title with various news of the day, political reporting and many advertisements as well.
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