Catalog 224+ - released for July, 2014...
This latest offering (Catalog 224) of authentic newspapers includes nearly 350 new items along with remnants from Catalog 223. Some of the noteworthy content includes:• Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address...
• One of the more rare Paul Revere engravings, from 1776...
• Death of George Washington...
• Graphic issue on the fall of Richmond to the Yankees...
• Very rare “camp” newspaper from Martinsburg...
• Terrific report on the death of Marilyn Monroe...
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Catalog 224+ - released for July, 2014...
This latest offering (Catalog 224) of authentic newspapers includes nearly 350 new items along with remnants from Catalog 223. Some of the noteworthy content includes:
• Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address...
• One of the more rare Paul Revere engravings, from 1776...
• Death of George Washington...
• Graphic issue on the fall of Richmond to the Yankees...
• Very rare “camp” newspaper from Martinsburg...
• Terrific report on the death of Marilyn Monroe...
The remaining items from the above list, along with a few additional key items, may be viewed at: Noteworthy Catalog 224
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 224 go to: CATALOG 224
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• Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address...
• One of the more rare Paul Revere engravings, from 1776...
• Death of George Washington...
• Graphic issue on the fall of Richmond to the Yankees...
• Very rare “camp” newspaper from Martinsburg...
• Terrific report on the death of Marilyn Monroe...
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Rare 1649 newsbook/newspaper...
Item #610657
February 19, 1649
A BRIEFE RELATION OF SOME AFFAIRES AND TRANSACTIONS, CIVILL AND MILITARY, BOTH FORRAIGNE AND DOMESTIQUE, London, England, February 19, 1649 These early "newsbooks" as they were called, were the immediate predecessors of today's newspapers, being rather small in size (measures about 5 by 6 3/4 inches) and usually with anywhere from 4 to 24 pages. This is a 16 page issue. Althoug... 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 330+ 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... 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
Report on Parliament, from the 1600's...
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
Rare 17th century title from England...
Item #609674
October 1, 1694
THE PRESENT STATE OF EUROPE OR THE HISTORICAL & POLITICAL MONTHLY MERCURY, London, England, October, 1694 A very 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 Militar... 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.
Pirates on the high seas...
Item #610658
December 2, 1721
THE POST-BOY, London, England, Dec. 2, 1721 The front page has a rather brief report which mentions the arrival of a ship: "...which was robbed by the Pyrates of a considerable sum in gold and silver, and some wine and rum." The earliest part of this news report is missing a line due to being close-trimmed at the bottom. Also front page mention of: "The Slaves redeemed by the ... 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.
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.
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
Colonial document from the Massachusetts Bay colony...
Item #608272
April 18, 1744
COLONIAL MASSACHUSETTS document dated April 18, 1744. A part printed, part manuscript document requiring the mentioned "Nehl. Chandler", constable of the town of Enfield, Massachusetts Bay, to pay taxes in the amount of 39 pounds & three pence, and should he not pay his home shall be sold to recover that sum, or in lieu of that he could be put in the county jail (see). Handwritten si... See More
George Frederick Handel, the famed composer...
Item #610655
May 1, 1749
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1749 Among the interesting items in this issue are: "Knight of Malta Engages a Monster" "Of the Cold in Siberia" "Description of the Fireworks in Dublin" "On the Fireworks" "Woman Carry'd a Child 16 Years" "A Description of the Province of Quito, and other Parts of Peru..." and
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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 account of the French & Indian War: Rogers' Rangers...
Item #610748
July 8, 1758
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 8, 1758 Inside has over half a column headed: "America" being a letter from Philadelphia noting in part: "Our military operations are nearly as late as usual...There will be about 16,000 provincials raised north-eastward of Delaware...500 rangers under Major Rogers...the professed design is to invade Canada by the route of Crown Point. Gener... 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.
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.
Seven issues from the 1760's...
Item #610724
May 15, 1764
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, a lot of 7 issues from 1760, 1764 and 1773, each complete in 8 pages but in "2nd rate" condition. Some issues some reports from America.
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
John Wilkes, a supporter of the American cause...
Item #585616
August 29, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, Aug. 29, 1768 The first half of the newspaper is taken up with the continuation of the "Narrative of the Hon. Commodore Byron" on his expedition around the world in the 1740's.
Near the back are reports from London noting in part: "...that most of the readers of our paper are such friends to liberty that they will receive with the most... See More
From colonial Pennsylvania...
Item #590804
September 4, 1769
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, September 4, 1769 A notable title from the colonial period, that has an ornate royal coat of arms engraving in the masthead. Content includes, on the front page, a lengthy letter addressed "To the Printer" that is signed in type: Atticus.
Pages 2 & 3 has news and other content from "London", wh... See More
Colonies to work together to repeal the Acts of Parliament...
Item #610746
November 13, 1770
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 13, 1770 Page 2 has: "America" with news from Philadelphia noting: "...consequence of an agreement...by several importers of dry goods...a large body of inhabitants met this day at the State House at Philadelphia...came to the following resolutions...That the adopting the Maryland agreement...would..tend to keep up a harmony among the Coloni... See More
From colonial New York...
Item #610663
April 16, 1772
THE NEW YORK JOURNAL OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, April 16, 1772 The masthead features a British Royal-themed engraving of a coat-of-arms. Page 2 has various news item, mostly from London. One bit notes: "It is said the whole military establishment for the British colonies is to consist of 13,000 effective men, exclusive of their militia." Pages 3 & 4 are taken up with advertisem... See More
Rare Paul Revere engraving... Questioning Burgoyne on the Battle of Bunker Hill...
Item #610418
February 16, 1776
THE ESSEX JOURNAL & NEW HAMPSHIRE PACKET, Newburyport, Massachusetts, Feb. 16, 1776 There were but a few masthead engravings of the 18th century which were created by Paul Revere. The "Massachusetts Spy" is perhaps the most famous, plus there is the engraving in the "Boston Gazette" as well, with these two newspapers being among the most common in a relative sense--bu... See More
Exploits of Benedict Arnold...
Item #596691
November 18, 1776
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Nov. 18, 1776 Almost the entire front page is taken up with the conclusion of: "An Authentic Journal of Occurrences which happened within the Circle of Major Meig's Observations in that Extraordinary route of Colonel Arnold & his Army from the Neighbourhood of Boston to Quebec, with the Operations of that Army against Quebec." (see for p... See More
Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #559411
January 1, 1777
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of five issues of this famous newspaper, one each from 1777, 1778, 1779, 1780, and 1781, covering each year of the Revolutionary War. 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, measure about 8 by 11 inches, nice condition.... See More
Great "call to arms" for the people of Philadelphia... Washington crosses the Delaware...
Item #596800
February 19, 1777
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 19, 1777 One-third of the front page is taken up with a very historic document headed: "The following Address from the Congress has just been received from Philadelphia - The Representatives of the United States of America in Congress Assembled. To the People in General and Particularly to the Inhabitants of Pennsylvania & the Adjacent State... See More
Washington's skirmish near Brunswick, New Jersey... Ben Franklin...
Item #609437
February 20, 1777
THE CONTINENTAL JOURNAL AND WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Boston, February 20, 1777 An issue from the midst of the Revolutionary War with a wealth of war-related content. The front page begins with a great speech of the King of England to Parliament which includes in part: "...that the troubles which have so long distracted my Colonies in North America were at an end; & that my unhappy people ... See More
Americans returning to British allegiance... Death of George Washington...
Item #597073
May 12, 1777
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 12, 1777 Among the page 2 reports are: "Government having received information through a variety of channels of the surrender of the province of Georgia, the death of Washington, and of a very general disposition in most of the provinces to return to their allegiance...". Also mention of the British taking 160 American ships.
Page 3 has a f... See More
War will be over in a few months...
Item #597076
May 19, 1777
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, May 19, 1777 Among page 2 war-related items are: "Massachusetts Bay is to raise 15 battalions for Washington's army. These levies were appointed to rendezvous at Cambridge & other places...on the 10th of March. After they were to join the Continental army. As cloathing is exceedingly scarce...Till these necessaries were collected, or rather t... See More
Torture of a British soldier...
Item #597533
August 16, 1777
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 16, 1777 One-third of the front page is an article: "On Dueling". Page 2 has a letter from Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, which includes: "...letter...at the lower Shawanese town advising me that...A body of Indians of the Mingoe tribe are certainly in arms, & on their march for Philadelphia. I am sorry to observe the savages seem det... See More
A Tory newspaper printed in occupied Philadelphia...
Item #609457
January 7, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, January 7, 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. Rarely found today.
All of the front page is taken up with advertisements.
Page 2 contains a report headed: "From Rebel Papers, Charlestown, So... See More
Battles in Rhode Island & Massachusetts... Thanking Washington for the victory at Monmouth...
Item #609623
September 19, 1778
JACKSON'S OXFORD JOURNAL, England, Sept. 19, 1778 The top of the front page has 2 reports from Sandy Hook concerning military events there (see). Also on the front page are two lengthy & detailed letters each signed in type by Major General Robert Pigot, concerning his military success in Rhode Island. They are prefaced with a letter if explanation signed in type: H. Clinton which no... See More
American account of the Battle of Rhode Island...
Item #580800
October 31, 1778
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 31, 1778 Certainly the most significant content takes over a full page and is headed: "American News" "The REBEL Account of the late Affair of RHODE ISLAND" which begins with a prefacing note: "Extract of a Letter from Gen. Washington to Congress, dated Head-quarters, White plains, Sept. 1, 1778" and reads: "I do myself t... See More
Admiral Keppel's Trial...
Item #591904
February 9, 1779
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Feb. 9, 1779 About half of this issue is taken up with reports on "Admiral Keppel's Trial". Other reports are European. Many advertisements as well.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, very nice condition.
Pennsylvania is ripe for revolt...
Item #597933
March 20, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, March 20, 1779 The front page has a brief yet interesting item: "...the subject of their deliberations are said to have been on some offers made by the Court of Versailles to compromise the present differences. His Majesty of France has repeatedly declared that he is heartily tired of the American war & equally so of his American allies.&qu... See More
Revolutionary War events in the South...
Item #610853
April 19, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, April 19, 1779 Two columns on pages 1 & 2 are taken up with: "Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America in the Years 1766, 1767, and 17678. By J. Carver..." which has some interesting reading. One item notes: "...many obstructions would arise to my scheme from the want of good maps and charts; for the French, whilst they retai... See More
News from America...
Item #578056
June 8, 1779
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 8, 1779 An inside has, in part: "...arrived from New York, we are assured that America has been in the great ferment that has been known since Sir H. Clinton took effective measures to have the offers of the Commissioners made known throughout all the colonies...The discontents in Virginia ran so high that a rebellion against their mock government was... See More
A letter from Petersburg, Virginia...
Item #591951
June 11, 1779
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, June 11, 1779 Inside has a letter from Petersburg, Virginia, which includes: "Our coasts are covered with English privateers...The value of the paper currency falls from day to day; people generally even begin to despise it since a number of counterfeits have been discovered..." (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, some dirtiness to the front... See More
Letters to and from George Washington...
Item #610494
July 16, 1779
ARIS'S BIRMINGHAM GAZETTE, England, July 16, 1781 Page 3 has a letter from Henry Clinton to Lord G. Germaine dated from New York. Also an: "Extract of an intercepted letter from General Washington to the Marquis de la Fayette dated New Windsor, May 31, 1781 and also a: "Copy of an intercepted letter from General Washington to General Sullivan dated Head Quarters, New ... See More
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