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2009-08-21T13:00:58-04:00

HARPER'S BAZAR -- CHRISTMAS 1895  The outer wrapper shows shepherds with their flock, while most of the pages within are focused on fashion of the day & women's articles. There is a fullpg. print: "The Sleeping Christ-Child" and a doublpg. centerfold: "A Mid-Day Rest in St. Paul's Cathedral, London". Never bound nor trimmed, nice condition.

HARPER'S BAZAR -- CHRISTMAS 1895 The outer wrapper shows shepherds with their flock, while most of the pages within are focused on fashion of the day & women's articles. There is a fullpg. print: "The Sleeping Christ-Child" and a doublpg. centerfold: "A Mid-Day Rest in St. Paul's Cathedral, London". Never bound nor trimmed, nice condition.

562201

8.81.2009

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36.0

2009-08-21T13:00:58-04:00

cat168

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2009-09-02T11:08:01-04:00

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2009-07-13T08:54:10-04:00

0186-08-13

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Aug. 13, 1861  The front page features an interesting--and uncommon--diagram of three views of: "The Stevens Battery" with descriptive text as well (see). Among the first column heads are: "The Great Rebellion" "Important Rumor from the Kanawha Valley" "Reported Capture of Wise & His Entire Command" "Position of the Rebel Forces Definitely Ascertained" and more. Eight pages, very nice condition.

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Aug. 13, 1861 The front page features an interesting--and uncommon--diagram of three views of: "The Stevens Battery" with descriptive text as well (see). Among the first column heads are: "The Great Rebellion" "Important Rumor from the Kanawha Valley" "Reported Capture of Wise & His Entire Command" "Position of the Rebel Forces Definitely Ascertained" and more. Eight pages, very nice condition.

560721

8.84.2009

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33.0

2009-07-13T08:54:10-04:00

Diagram of the Stevens Battery... cat168

true

2009-09-02T12:07:13-04:00

false

2009-07-13T08:55:14-04:00

0186-08-13

560722

8.84.2009

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33.0

2009-07-13T08:55:14-04:00

Diagram of the Stevens Battery... cat168

true

2009-09-02T12:06:47-04:00

false

2009-07-13T08:58:06-04:00

0186-08-13

560724

8.84.2009

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30.0

2009-07-13T08:58:06-04:00

Diagram of the Stevens Battery... cat168

true

2009-09-02T12:06:22-04:00

false

2009-08-24T10:37:52-04:00

1662-05-22

<div>MERCURIUS PUBLICUS, London, May 22, 1662  Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of all Affairs now in agitation in England, Scotland, and Ireland, Together with Forrain Intelligence For Information of the People, & to Prevent false News" as stated in the masthead. (see photos) Although we have offered several newsbooks in recent years, I believe this to be the first of this more rare title we have offered in quite some time. The entire issue is taken up with various reports from all corners of Europe, much of it having a military theme. A report from "Whitehall", the seat of government for England, includes a lengthy lists of Acts of Parliament recently passed (see for portions). Measures 6 3/4 by 8 5/8 inches with wide, untrimmed margins, has 16 pages, and is in very good condition. A slight bit of damp staining near the back.</div>

MERCURIUS PUBLICUS, London, May 22, 1662 Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers) "Comprising the sum of all Affairs now in agitation in England, Scotland, and Ireland, Together with Forrain Intelligence For Information of the People, & to Prevent false News" as stated in the masthead. (see photos) Although we have offered several newsbooks in recent years, I believe this to be the first of this more rare title we have offered in quite some time. The entire issue is taken up with various reports from all corners of Europe, much of it having a military theme. A report from "Whitehall", the seat of government for England, includes a lengthy lists of Acts of Parliament recently passed (see for portions). Measures 6 3/4 by 8 5/8 inches with wide, untrimmed margins, has 16 pages, and is in very good condition. A slight bit of damp staining near the back.

562248

8.90.2009

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390.0

2009-08-24T10:37:52-04:00

0 Newsbook from 1662... cat168

true

2009-09-27T12:08:23-04:00

false

2009-08-24T10:18:16-04:00

1666-07-09

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 9, 1666  An extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper which began publication just the previous year in 1665. This is issue #68 published just 2 months before the Great Fire of London in 1666. The front page contains not one but three mentions of ships arriving from Virginia, which is early newspaper mention of the "New World".  And the bkpg. has reference to the Great Plague with: "The Account of our bill of Mortality...runs thus, Buried in all 52. Of the Plague, 38, at the Pest-house 2." (see). The balance of the issue is mostly consumed with various military & naval reports from Europe. Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 7 by 11 1/4 inches, great condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 9, 1666 An extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper which began publication just the previous year in 1665. This is issue #68 published just 2 months before the Great Fire of London in 1666. The front page contains not one but three mentions of ships arriving from Virginia, which is early newspaper mention of the "New World". And the bkpg. has reference to the Great Plague with: "The Account of our bill of Mortality...runs thus, Buried in all 52. Of the Plague, 38, at the Pest-house 2." (see). The balance of the issue is mostly consumed with various military & naval reports from Europe. Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 7 by 11 1/4 inches, great condition.

562244

8.91.2009

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<h3>Item from Catalog 168 (released November, 2009).</h3>

260.0

2009-08-24T10:18:16-04:00

Printed just before the Great Fire of London... cat168

true

2009-09-02T12:39:07-04:00

false

2009-08-24T10:21:30-04:00

1666-07-09

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 9, 1666 An extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published newspaper which began publication just the previous year in 1665. This is issue #68 published just 2 months before the Great Fire of London in 1666. The front page contains not one but three mentions of ships arriving from Virginia, which is early newspaper mention of the "New World". And the bkpg. has reference to the Great Plague with: "The Account of our bill of Mortality...runs thus, Buried in all 52. Of the Plague, 38, at the Pest-house 2." (see). The balance of the issue is mostly consumed with various military & naval reports from Europe. Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 6 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches, a bit irregular at the spine, a very tiny burn hole affects just one word on each side, some very light damp staining. A fine opportunity for a very rare & early newspaper.

562246

8.90.2009

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175.0

2009-08-24T10:21:30-04:00

Printed just before the Great Fire of London... cat168

true

2009-09-11T08:03:29-04:00

false

2009-07-09T11:40:06-04:00

1666-08-27

THE LONDON GAZETTE, Aug. 27, 1666 The ftpg. has a report datelined "Norwich, Aug. 22" concerning deaths from the Plague, reading, in full: "The Account of our Bill of Mortality for this last week runs thus, Buried of all Diseases 218, where of the Plague 201. besides at the Pesthouse 2." (see photos) A report from "Plymouth" has an early mention of Jamaica, reading: 'Yesterday arrived an Oporto Merchant from Jamaica, who assures us, that four Privateers from that Island in May last, possest themselves of the Island of Providence, and tha one Captain Smith is sent to thither to govern it." A bkpg. report says: "The news of 22 Turks Men of Wars, said to be come out of the Straights, to intecept the New Spain Fleet, gives no small care to these parts; the great booty they met with in the two West-Indies ships they formerly took..." An 11 1/4 by 7 inch singlesheet, has binding residue in the left margin, a small stain in the right margin, some lite foxing.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, Aug. 27, 1666 The ftpg. has a report datelined "Norwich, Aug. 22" concerning deaths from the Plague, reading, in full: "The Account of our Bill of Mortality for this last week runs thus, Buried of all Diseases 218, where of the Plague 201. besides at the Pesthouse 2." (see photos) A report from "Plymouth" has an early mention of Jamaica, reading: 'Yesterday arrived an Oporto Merchant from Jamaica, who assures us, that four Privateers from that Island in May last, possest themselves of the Island of Providence, and tha one Captain Smith is sent to thither to govern it." A bkpg. report says: "The news of 22 Turks Men of Wars, said to be come out of the Straights, to intecept the New Spain Fleet, gives no small care to these parts; the great booty they met with in the two West-Indies ships they formerly took..." An 11 1/4 by 7 inch singlesheet, has binding residue in the left margin, a small stain in the right margin, some lite foxing.

560622

8.52.2009

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260.0

2009-07-13T12:43:51-04:00

Victims of the Plague... early Jamaica... cat167

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2009-08-19T12:25:24-04:00

See also item 542095.

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2009-08-10T15:11:00-04:00

1666-09-24

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, September 24, 1666  One of the greatest calamities, and more notable events to strike London in its long history is the Great Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, 1666.  Finding period references to it are exceedingly difficult, as the number of newspapers publishing in 1666 was extremely small, this title certainly being the most significant. Page 2 contains a report of a Proclamation by the King asking residents to bring in surveys of their property concerning their losses from the Great Fire, for compensation. The text reads in part: "His Majesty having been graciously pleased by his late Royal Proclamation to command the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen of London, with all possible expedition, to cause an exact survey to be made and taken of the whole Ruine occasioned by the late lamentable Fire, to the end that it may appear, to whom all the Houses and Ground did in truth belong, what terme the several occupiers were possessed off, and at what rents, and to whom, either corporations, companies, or single persons, the reversion and inheritance appertained, so that provision may be made, that every man may receive the reasonable benefit of what may accrue to him or them for such houses or lands..." with more. The full text of this report is seen in the photos below. Additionally, the front page has a plague death report from Norwich, reading: "The account of our Bill of Mortality for this last week runs thus, buried of all diseases155. Whereof of the Plague 140." This issue is complete as a single sheet newspaper printed on both sides, and measures 6 3/4 by 11 inches. It is in great condition with a few very minor indents at the top not touching any text. A rarity to find a period newspaper with any reference to the Great Fire of London--and great to have this report in the London Gazette.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, London, England, September 24, 1666 One of the greatest calamities, and more notable events to strike London in its long history is the Great Fire which destroyed much of the city in September, 1666. Finding period references to it are exceedingly difficult, as the number of newspapers publishing in 1666 was extremely small, this title certainly being the most significant. Page 2 contains a report of a Proclamation by the King asking residents to bring in surveys of their property concerning their losses from the Great Fire, for compensation. The text reads in part: "His Majesty having been graciously pleased by his late Royal Proclamation to command the Lord Mayor and Court of Aldermen of London, with all possible expedition, to cause an exact survey to be made and taken of the whole Ruine occasioned by the late lamentable Fire, to the end that it may appear, to whom all the Houses and Ground did in truth belong, what terme the several occupiers were possessed off, and at what rents, and to whom, either corporations, companies, or single persons, the reversion and inheritance appertained, so that provision may be made, that every man may receive the reasonable benefit of what may accrue to him or them for such houses or lands..." with more. The full text of this report is seen in the photos below. Additionally, the front page has a plague death report from Norwich, reading: "The account of our Bill of Mortality for this last week runs thus, buried of all diseases155. Whereof of the Plague 140." This issue is complete as a single sheet newspaper printed on both sides, and measures 6 3/4 by 11 inches. It is in great condition with a few very minor indents at the top not touching any text. A rarity to find a period newspaper with any reference to the Great Fire of London--and great to have this report in the London Gazette.

561779

8.26.2009

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<h3> Item from Catalog 167 (released October, 2009).</h3>

1350.0

2009-08-10T15:12:24-04:00

1 The Great Fire of London... cat167

true

2009-08-19T09:31:52-04:00

false

2009-08-28T09:11:15-04:00

1679-03-02

"A DECREE MADE AT ROME The Second of March, 1679. Condemning Some Opinions of the Jesuits And other Casuists", London, 1679. An interesting 28 page anti-Catholic pamphlet. Measures 6 by 7 3/4 inches, the first 3 leaves slightly less wide, some dirtiness to the edges, nice full title page with imprint (see). Interior pages in very nice condition.

562423

8.k.2009

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<h3>Item from Catalog 168 (released November, 2009).</h3>

94.0

2009-08-28T09:11:15-04:00

330 year old pamphlet... cat168

true

2009-09-02T13:49:59-04:00

false

2009-07-24T08:27:17-04:00

1684-02-19

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 19, 1684  The front page has a report from Edinburgh mentioning the arrival of: "...the most sorrowful news of the death of our late Gracious Sovereign..." and also on the front page is a document beginning: "For as much as it hath pleased the Almighty God to call CHARLES the Second...from a Temporary Crown to inherit an Eternal in the Heavens..." and mention of the succession of James Seventh (actually James II). Pages 2, 3 and 4 are filled with letters concerning the death of Charles II including a letter from the "...merchants, traders & planters of...His Majesties Province of Maryland." (see)  One of the rare four page issues from this era, 6 3/4 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 19, 1684 The front page has a report from Edinburgh mentioning the arrival of: "...the most sorrowful news of the death of our late Gracious Sovereign..." and also on the front page is a document beginning: "For as much as it hath pleased the Almighty God to call CHARLES the Second...from a Temporary Crown to inherit an Eternal in the Heavens..." and mention of the succession of James Seventh (actually James II). Pages 2, 3 and 4 are filled with letters concerning the death of Charles II including a letter from the "...merchants, traders & planters of...His Majesties Province of Maryland." (see) One of the rare four page issues from this era, 6 3/4 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.

561261

8.74.2009

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<h3>Item from Catalog 168 (released November, 2009).</h3>

228.0

2009-07-24T08:31:13-04:00

Death of Charles II... cat168

true

2009-08-21T11:17:47-04:00

Also have item 562480 in cat169.

false

2009-07-18T10:32:57-04:00

1694-10-01

THE PRESENT STATE OF EUROPE OR THE HISTORICAL & POLITICAL MONTHLY MERCURY, London, October, 1694  This is a very uncommon periodical, 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, that are most considerable in every Court: The Interest of Princes, their Pretensions, and Intrigues, etc."(see photo). This issue includes a full title page, and within there are 36 pages of reports from throughout Europe giving the latest news items of the day. The last page has the table of contents and an advertisement (see photos). Also advertisements inside the titlepg. Some light damp staining near the top, measures 6 1/4 by 7 3/4 inches. Very nice condition.

THE PRESENT STATE OF EUROPE OR THE HISTORICAL & POLITICAL MONTHLY MERCURY, London, October, 1694 This is a very uncommon periodical, 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, that are most considerable in every Court: The Interest of Princes, their Pretensions, and Intrigues, etc."(see photo). This issue includes a full title page, and within there are 36 pages of reports from throughout Europe giving the latest news items of the day. The last page has the table of contents and an advertisement (see photos). Also advertisements inside the titlepg. Some light damp staining near the top, measures 6 1/4 by 7 3/4 inches. Very nice condition.

560998

9.5.2009

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118.0

2009-07-18T10:32:57-04:00

1 Rare 17th century title from England... cat168

true

2009-09-03T12:20:14-04:00

false

2009-08-05T09:17:56-04:00

1711-01-01

Rare broadside from London titled: "Mr. Boyer's CASE: and His Undoubted Right and Title to the Writing of the True Post-Boy, Asserted". As a bit of background, in May, 1695 Roper started a newspaper called the 'Post Boy,' which appeared three times a week, and was the rival of the whig 'Flying Post'. Roper's enemies said he wrote for either party, according as he was paid. John Dunton, who commends Roper's honesty, says that the 'Post Boy' was written by a man named Thomas, and on his death by Abel Boyer. After editing the 'Post Boy' for Roper for four years, Boyer grew dissatisfied and started a 'True Post Boy' of his own, which, he complained, Roper tried to stop. This broadside relates to the quarrel between Boyer and Roper. See the photos for the full text. The broadside is not dated however given the history between the two I would assume it to have been printed around 1711 or 1712. Complete as a single sheet broadside (printed on the front only) it measures 8 by 13 3/4 inches and is in excellent condition.

Rare broadside from London titled: "Mr. Boyer's CASE: and His Undoubted Right and Title to the Writing of the True Post-Boy, Asserted". As a bit of background, in May, 1695 Roper started a newspaper called the 'Post Boy,' which appeared three times a week, and was the rival of the whig 'Flying Post'. Roper's enemies said he wrote for either party, according as he was paid. John Dunton, who commends Roper's honesty, says that the 'Post Boy' was written by a man named Thomas, and on his death by Abel Boyer. After editing the 'Post Boy' for Roper for four years, Boyer grew dissatisfied and started a 'True Post Boy' of his own, which, he complained, Roper tried to stop. This broadside relates to the quarrel between Boyer and Roper. See the photos for the full text. The broadside is not dated however given the history between the two I would assume it to have been printed around 1711 or 1712. Complete as a single sheet broadside (printed on the front only) it measures 8 by 13 3/4 inches and is in excellent condition.

561638

8.29.2009

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235.0

2009-08-05T09:17:56-04:00

Rare and early broadside... cat167

true

2009-08-20T20:16:52-04:00

false

2009-08-04T14:59:52-04:00

1717-03-06

THE POST BOY, London, March 6, 1717  A very handsome & early single sheet newspaper which features two engravings in the masthead, one showing a post boy on horseback "trumpeting" the news. Near the top of the ftpg. is a brief pirate report, reading: "Yesterday the High Court of Admiralty meet at the sessions House in the Old Baily for the trial of the Pyrates. The grand jury found bills against some others, and the court adjourn'd there farther proceedings to the first of April." Also a bit on a person on trial for high treason (see). The back page is entirely taken up with ads. Measures 8 1/4 by 14 inches and in excellent condition.

THE POST BOY, London, March 6, 1717 A very handsome & early single sheet newspaper which features two engravings in the masthead, one showing a post boy on horseback "trumpeting" the news. Near the top of the ftpg. is a brief pirate report, reading: "Yesterday the High Court of Admiralty meet at the sessions House in the Old Baily for the trial of the Pyrates. The grand jury found bills against some others, and the court adjourn'd there farther proceedings to the first of April." Also a bit on a person on trial for high treason (see). The back page is entirely taken up with ads. Measures 8 1/4 by 14 inches and in excellent condition.

561610

8.31.2009

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<h3> Item from Catalog 167 (released October, 2009).</h3>

86.0

2009-08-04T14:59:52-04:00

Pirates on trial... cat167

true

2009-08-19T10:26:20-04:00

Have two more in cat169.

false

2009-11-05T09:03:46-05:00

1720-09-24

THE POST-BOY, London, Sept. 24, 1720  The top of the back page contains a nice item beginning: "Whereas the Golden Islands, being four large ones, beside some smaller, to the South of Port Royal in Carolina, containing upward of 100,000 acres of the richest & clearest lands in America..." with more concerning the sale of the land by trustees (see for full report). I believe these islands are what we know today as Jekyll Island, Amelia Island, and Hilton Head Island. Complete as a single sheet newspaper, two handsome engravings in the masthead, nicely inked tax stamp on the bkpg. next to the Golden Islands report (see), excellent condition.

THE POST-BOY, London, Sept. 24, 1720 The top of the back page contains a nice item beginning: "Whereas the Golden Islands, being four large ones, beside some smaller, to the South of Port Royal in Carolina, containing upward of 100,000 acres of the richest & clearest lands in America..." with more concerning the sale of the land by trustees (see for full report). I believe these islands are what we know today as Jekyll Island, Amelia Island, and Hilton Head Island. Complete as a single sheet newspaper, two handsome engravings in the masthead, nicely inked tax stamp on the bkpg. next to the Golden Islands report (see), excellent condition.

564699

11.16.2009

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<h3>Item from Catalog 168 (released November, 2009).</h3>

63.0

2009-11-05T09:03:46-05:00

Islands off South Carolina... cat168

true

2009-11-05T09:27:51-05:00

Others in volumes could fit this description.

false

2009-08-07T15:57:56-04:00

1724-06-30

THE POST-BOY, London, June 30, 1724  A handsome single sheet newspaper which features two engravings in the masthead, one showing a post boy on horseback "trumpeting" the news & the other showing an angel doing the same. The ftpg. has various news reports from Paris, Edinburgh, Deal, and London and a few ads. The bkpg. is entirely taken up with ads and also has most of a darkly inked red tax stamp in the margin (see). Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 8 1/4 by 14 inches, a bit irregular at the top margin bot not affecting any inked area, generally in very nice condition.

THE POST-BOY, London, June 30, 1724 A handsome single sheet newspaper which features two engravings in the masthead, one showing a post boy on horseback "trumpeting" the news & the other showing an angel doing the same. The ftpg. has various news reports from Paris, Edinburgh, Deal, and London and a few ads. The bkpg. is entirely taken up with ads and also has most of a darkly inked red tax stamp in the margin (see). Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 8 1/4 by 14 inches, a bit irregular at the top margin bot not affecting any inked area, generally in very nice condition.

561737

8.27.2009

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image047

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<h3> Item from Catalog 167 (released October, 2009).</h3>

41.0

2009-08-07T15:57:56-04:00

cat167

true

2009-08-19T09:46:18-04:00

false

2009-08-04T14:26:03-04:00

1726-08-23

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 23, 1726  See the photo below for one of the more beautiful, displayable mastheads of the 18th century, featuring two woodblock engravings, one showing two postboys on horseback trumpeting the news, and the other showing a winged angel trumpeting the news. Additionally, the first letter in the first column is within yet another very decorative engraving, all making the front page quite displayable. This four page newspaper contains various news of the day. The bottom of the back page is nearly close-trimmed but not touching any letters. In very nice condition with a partial red-inked tax stamp on page 3. Measures about 7 3/4 by 9 1/2 inches.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 23, 1726 See the photo below for one of the more beautiful, displayable mastheads of the 18th century, featuring two woodblock engravings, one showing two postboys on horseback trumpeting the news, and the other showing a winged angel trumpeting the news. Additionally, the first letter in the first column is within yet another very decorative engraving, all making the front page quite displayable. This four page newspaper contains various news of the day. The bottom of the back page is nearly close-trimmed but not touching any letters. In very nice condition with a partial red-inked tax stamp on page 3. Measures about 7 3/4 by 9 1/2 inches.

561608

8.31.2009

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94.0

2009-08-04T14:26:03-04:00

1 Very displayable Edinburgh, Scotland newspaper... cat167a

true

2009-08-19T11:42:34-04:00

false

2009-08-17T11:05:01-04:00

1727-12-26

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 26, 1727  Most of the first column is taken up with an address to the King by: "...your Majesty's English Colony of Connecticut in New-England in America." concerning the death of King George I and also mentioning the coronation of King George II. The letter begins: "We, your Majesty's most dutiful & loyal subjects...Colony of Connecticut...assure your majesty that while we are duly affected at the death of our late most gracious Sovereign, our hearts are at the same time filled with the utmost joy at your Majesty's happy accession to the throne of your Ancestors..." with more (see). Complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 7 by 12 inches, lightly browned at the very bottom not affecting any type, a few period notations in the 2nd column, mostly nice.

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 26, 1727 Most of the first column is taken up with an address to the King by: "...your Majesty's English Colony of Connecticut in New-England in America." concerning the death of King George I and also mentioning the coronation of King George II. The letter begins: "We, your Majesty's most dutiful & loyal subjects...Colony of Connecticut...assure your majesty that while we are duly affected at the death of our late most gracious Sovereign, our hearts are at the same time filled with the utmost joy at your Majesty's happy accession to the throne of your Ancestors..." with more (see). Complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 7 by 12 inches, lightly browned at the very bottom not affecting any type, a few period notations in the 2nd column, mostly nice.

561987

8.73.2009

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<h3>Item from Catalog 168 (released November, 2009).</h3>

65.0

2009-08-17T11:05:01-04:00

Lamenting the death of King George I in Connecticut... Coronation of George II... cat168

true

2009-08-21T11:15:19-04:00

false

2009-09-17T08:34:30-04:00

1736-04-29

THE OLD WHIG: OR, THE CONSISTENT PROTESTANT, London, April 29, 1736  Part of page 3 and all of page 4 have an excellent account of the details of the marriage of Frederick, Prince of Wales, to Princess Augusta of Saxe-Gotha, who became the Princess of Wales. Nice reporting on the dress of the wedding party (see). Their eldest son would become King George III who would rule during the Revolutionary War. Mention is made near the end of the report concerning the music: "...where they remained while an anthem compos'd by Mr. Handel was sung by his Majesty's Band of Musick...". See photos for just portions of this lengthy & detailed report. Complete as a 4 page newspaper, never-trimmed margins, red tax stamp on the ftpg., great condition.

THE OLD WHIG: OR, THE CONSISTENT PROTESTANT, London, April 29, 1736 Part of page 3 and all of page 4 have an excellent account of the details of the marriage of Frederick, Prince of Wales, to Princess Augusta of Saxe-Gotha, who became the Princess of Wales. Nice reporting on the dress of the wedding party (see). Their eldest son would become King George III who would rule during the Revolutionary War. Mention is made near the end of the report concerning the music: "...where they remained while an anthem compos'd by Mr. Handel was sung by his Majesty's Band of Musick...". See photos for just portions of this lengthy & detailed report. Complete as a 4 page newspaper, never-trimmed margins, red tax stamp on the ftpg., great condition.

563034

9.65.2009

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2009-09-17T08:38:36-04:00

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1746-01-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, January, 1746 * Battle of Falkirk : the Jacobite Rebellion A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. This issue includes a very curious illustration of a devise meant for: "...binding tight the bodies & heads of infants..." to prevent early deaths (see photos). There is good content on the Jacobite Rebellion with: "Order of Battle at Falkirk-muir" being a textual diagram of the placement of troops, with other related text concerning the Battle of Falkirk (see). Also: "How the most noble Party of Free-Thinkers will suffer by the Success of the present Rebellion", "A Second Letter to the Jacobites", "Extract of a Letter from a Gentleman at Derby", and: "Accounts of the Motions of the Rebels & of the King's Forces...", the latter taking over 7 pages. Also found within: "Orders of the Young Pretender & his Generals", "Orders issued by the young Pretender for payment of the land tax, and for raising a supply of horses." and "Essay on Regular and Irregular Forces". There is also: "The nature of National Offences truly stated: And the peculiar Case of the Jewish people righly explained; Showing that Great Britain...may reasonably aspire to the distinguished protection of Heaven". An article: "On Insurance of Hostile Ships" has several references to America & the West Indies, and a note beginning: "Since we are in possession of Cape Breton, this is the favourable crisis if there can be one for ruining the French trade & establishing our own...". Among many articles in this issue are: "The Life of Nicholas Rienzy" (takes over 3 pages), mention of the publishing of: "A Farther Appeal to Men of Reason and Religion" by John Wesley, Most of a page taken up with a sheet of music: "A Two-Part Song, Set by Mr. Allcock" and a number of poems. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. One report notes briefly: "Arrived an express from his royal highness the duke of Cumberland with an account of the surrender of Carlisle." and a report headed: "A letter from a private soldier of Barrell's regiment at Edinburgh". A brief item notes a celebration at Connecticut for the taking of Cape Breton. Another item notes: "...by the latest accounts that the town of Stirling was, like that of Edinburgh and Carlisle, basely given up to the rebels...". Complete in 48 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability.  Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. The map called for at the bottom of the titlepage is virtually never present, as even the publisher's notes at the front of the volume suggests: "The bookbinder would do well to place the whole sheet chart of New England, New France, Cape Breton, Canada, etc. publish'd with January Magazine, between p. 72 and 73 [the February issue] where is M. Bellin's description of it...". The text relating to the map is in the February issue, hence the map almost always is--logically--found there.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, January, 1746 * Battle of Falkirk : the Jacobite Rebellion A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. This issue includes a very curious illustration of a devise meant for: "...binding tight the bodies & heads of infants..." to prevent early deaths (see photos). There is good content on the Jacobite Rebellion with: "Order of Battle at Falkirk-muir" being a textual diagram of the placement of troops, with other related text concerning the Battle of Falkirk (see). Also: "How the most noble Party of Free-Thinkers will suffer by the Success of the present Rebellion", "A Second Letter to the Jacobites", "Extract of a Letter from a Gentleman at Derby", and: "Accounts of the Motions of the Rebels & of the King's Forces...", the latter taking over 7 pages. Also found within: "Orders of the Young Pretender & his Generals", "Orders issued by the young Pretender for payment of the land tax, and for raising a supply of horses." and "Essay on Regular and Irregular Forces". There is also: "The nature of National Offences truly stated: And the peculiar Case of the Jewish people righly explained; Showing that Great Britain...may reasonably aspire to the distinguished protection of Heaven". An article: "On Insurance of Hostile Ships" has several references to America & the West Indies, and a note beginning: "Since we are in possession of Cape Breton, this is the favourable crisis if there can be one for ruining the French trade & establishing our own...". Among many articles in this issue are: "The Life of Nicholas Rienzy" (takes over 3 pages), mention of the publishing of: "A Farther Appeal to Men of Reason and Religion" by John Wesley, Most of a page taken up with a sheet of music: "A Two-Part Song, Set by Mr. Allcock" and a number of poems. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe. One report notes briefly: "Arrived an express from his royal highness the duke of Cumberland with an account of the surrender of Carlisle." and a report headed: "A letter from a private soldier of Barrell's regiment at Edinburgh". A brief item notes a celebration at Connecticut for the taking of Cape Breton. Another item notes: "...by the latest accounts that the town of Stirling was, like that of Edinburgh and Carlisle, basely given up to the rebels...". Complete in 48 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Small library stamps at the bottom of 2 pages do not cause loss of readability. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition. The map called for at the bottom of the titlepage is virtually never present, as even the publisher's notes at the front of the volume suggests: "The bookbinder would do well to place the whole sheet chart of New England, New France, Cape Breton, Canada, etc. publish'd with January Magazine, between p. 72 and 73 [the February issue] where is M. Bellin's description of it...". The text relating to the map is in the February issue, hence the map almost always is--logically--found there.

562148

5.6.2009

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2009-08-20T14:20:11-04:00

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1746-02-13

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 13, 1746  This issue has much on the Jacobite Rebellion, and a great newspaper with such content as much of the military action took place in Scotland. A pg. 2 report from Edinburgh notes: "...weather has been as severe as has been known for many years...an impossibility for the troops to ply without the cover of houses...they remain at Perth...to secure the soldiers from the intolerable cold & to distress the Rebels..." with a bit more (see). Two other reports on pg. 2 contains reports of the celebration for the recent victory at the Battle of Falkirk (see). Four pages, 8 by 10 inches, a bit irregular at the spine, generally in very nice condition.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 13, 1746 This issue has much on the Jacobite Rebellion, and a great newspaper with such content as much of the military action took place in Scotland. A pg. 2 report from Edinburgh notes: "...weather has been as severe as has been known for many years...an impossibility for the troops to ply without the cover of houses...they remain at Perth...to secure the soldiers from the intolerable cold & to distress the Rebels..." with a bit more (see). Two other reports on pg. 2 contains reports of the celebration for the recent victory at the Battle of Falkirk (see). Four pages, 8 by 10 inches, a bit irregular at the spine, generally in very nice condition.

562228

8.91.2009

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65.0

2009-08-23T23:09:29-04:00

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2009-09-10T15:59:12-04:00

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2009-08-23T21:23:32-04:00

1746-03-17

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, March 17, 1746  This issue has much on the Jacobite Rebellion, and a great newspaper with such content as much of the military action took place in Scotland. Page 2 has: ",,,best accounts we had of the Rebels were that Lord Lewis Gordon...were at Gordon Castle...The Pretender's Son is still at Inverness with 3 or 4000 of the Clans...so that if a stand is made at all, it will be probably there. We move but slowly..."  and further on is: "They boast much at Paris that the Pretender's son has an army of 12,000 men & that they expect he'll have a numerous army in the Spring..."with more (see). Page 3 has:"The rest of the troop for the service of the young Pretender embark'd on the 12th..." and a report from Edinburgh notes: "The advanced Guards of the Army under his Royal Highness the Duke are still at Old Meldrum, & several battalions from Aberdeen were in readiness to march...The best account of the Rebels is that they are gathering in a body with an intention to dispute the passage of the Spey..." with a bit more (see). Four pages, 8 by 10 inches, great condition.

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, March 17, 1746 This issue has much on the Jacobite Rebellion, and a great newspaper with such content as much of the military action took place in Scotland. Page 2 has: ",,,best accounts we had of the Rebels were that Lord Lewis Gordon...were at Gordon Castle...The Pretender's Son is still at Inverness with 3 or 4000 of the Clans...so that if a stand is made at all, it will be probably there. We move but slowly..." and further on is: "They boast much at Paris that the Pretender's son has an army of 12,000 men & that they expect he'll have a numerous army in the Spring..."with more (see). Page 3 has:"The rest of the troop for the service of the young Pretender embark'd on the 12th..." and a report from Edinburgh notes: "The advanced Guards of the Army under his Royal Highness the Duke are still at Old Meldrum, & several battalions from Aberdeen were in readiness to march...The best account of the Rebels is that they are gathering in a body with an intention to dispute the passage of the Spey..." with a bit more (see). Four pages, 8 by 10 inches, great condition.

562227

8.91.2009

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60.0

2009-08-23T21:23:32-04:00

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1748-01-01

THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, complete bound volume for the year 1748 containing all twelve monthly issues plus the "Appendix" issue as well. Contains a total of over 600 pages and each monthly issue has its own full title/index page which features a very nice engraving of the skyline of London (see). Each issue could easily be disbound for individual issue sale. There are no plates or maps present in this volume, however I noted two pages with illustrations, one showing a grasshopper & another a map of the coast of Kent (see). The November issue has the full text of the Treaty of Aix la Chapelle which ended the War of Austrian Succession. Full leather binding with various rubbing, most of the spine label missing, boards still attached.

THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, complete bound volume for the year 1748 containing all twelve monthly issues plus the "Appendix" issue as well. Contains a total of over 600 pages and each monthly issue has its own full title/index page which features a very nice engraving of the skyline of London (see). Each issue could easily be disbound for individual issue sale. There are no plates or maps present in this volume, however I noted two pages with illustrations, one showing a grasshopper & another a map of the coast of Kent (see). The November issue has the full text of the Treaty of Aix la Chapelle which ended the War of Austrian Succession. Full leather binding with various rubbing, most of the spine label missing, boards still attached.

561488

8.60.2009

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225.0

2009-07-31T06:24:50-04:00

All twelve monthly issues for 1748... cat167

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2009-08-19T12:57:39-04:00

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2009-08-20T13:59:57-04:00

1749-09-01

<div>THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Sept., 1749  The primary item of interest is the very nice, detailed, and displayable foldout map titled in the cartouche: "South America, Drawn from the Best Maps, by T. Jefferys, Geographer to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales" (see). This map folds out to measure 10 by 11 inches and is in very nice, clean condition save for a bit of browning in the cartouche. The map faces a related article: "Abridgment of a Voyage Round the World...". Over half a pg. has a: "Copy of a Letter from one of the Settlers in Nova Scotia dated Chebucto Harbour, July 28, 1749" and over half a pg. has: "Extracts of Some Letters from Carolina" datelined "Charles-Town" (Charleston) with news from that colony. There is also: "The Humble Address & Representation of the Council & Assembly to the Island of Jamaica". Also: "An Account of the Great Fire of London in 1666". Included also is the very nice foldout plate titled "The Shield of Achilles" which is very detailed & ornate (see photos), and a full page plate of "A Perspective View of the Ratcliffe Library" Complete in 44 pgs., measures 5 1/2 by 8 in., full title/index pg., great condition.</div>

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Sept., 1749 The primary item of interest is the very nice, detailed, and displayable foldout map titled in the cartouche: "South America, Drawn from the Best Maps, by T. Jefferys, Geographer to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales" (see). This map folds out to measure 10 by 11 inches and is in very nice, clean condition save for a bit of browning in the cartouche. The map faces a related article: "Abridgment of a Voyage Round the World...". Over half a pg. has a: "Copy of a Letter from one of the Settlers in Nova Scotia dated Chebucto Harbour, July 28, 1749" and over half a pg. has: "Extracts of Some Letters from Carolina" datelined "Charles-Town" (Charleston) with news from that colony. There is also: "The Humble Address & Representation of the Council & Assembly to the Island of Jamaica". Also: "An Account of the Great Fire of London in 1666". Included also is the very nice foldout plate titled "The Shield of Achilles" which is very detailed & ornate (see photos), and a full page plate of "A Perspective View of the Ratcliffe Library" Complete in 44 pgs., measures 5 1/2 by 8 in., full title/index pg., great condition.

562145

8.86.2009

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89.0

2009-08-20T13:59:57-04:00

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2009-09-27T12:01:55-04:00

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2009-08-20T14:13:38-04:00

1754-03-01

<div>GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1754  The prime feature of this issue is the nice fold-out map (see photo) titled: "A General Map of the Discoveries Of Admiral De Fonte & others, By M. De l' Isle". There is also a detailed article concerning this map titled: "Some Account of a Chart lately published by M. de l Isle, with the different Conjectures and Opinions it has produced; from a Tract called, A Letter from a Russian Sea Officer to a Person of Distinction at Petersborough, &c." The article begins: "All Attempts to discover an outlet from Hudson's Bay into the South sea having been ineffectual, and the space between Japan and California, an extent of more than 1200 leagues, being totally unknown, the late Czar Peter the great, appointed one Beerings to attempt the discovery..." with much more. Lengthy and detailed, the article discusses the routes of three explorers. The map shows the routes of these men with familiar markings including Siberia, Kamchatka, California and Hudson's Bay. The Asian part of the map is much more defined, while the area of Alaska is less accurate simply because much of it was unexplored. Interesting to see how this vast region was perceived during the 18th century. Map measures 10 3/4 by 8 1/4 inches with the margins. Also included is a large foldout plate: "View of the Arch or Grand Entrance to the Temple of the Sun as now Standing among the Ruins at Plamyra" (see). Octavo-size, 44 pages, with a full title/index page. Has an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead. Archival mend to a tear in unrelated content, otherwise in very good condition.</div>

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1754 The prime feature of this issue is the nice fold-out map (see photo) titled: "A General Map of the Discoveries Of Admiral De Fonte & others, By M. De l' Isle". There is also a detailed article concerning this map titled: "Some Account of a Chart lately published by M. de l Isle, with the different Conjectures and Opinions it has produced; from a Tract called, A Letter from a Russian Sea Officer to a Person of Distinction at Petersborough, &c." The article begins: "All Attempts to discover an outlet from Hudson's Bay into the South sea having been ineffectual, and the space between Japan and California, an extent of more than 1200 leagues, being totally unknown, the late Czar Peter the great, appointed one Beerings to attempt the discovery..." with much more. Lengthy and detailed, the article discusses the routes of three explorers. The map shows the routes of these men with familiar markings including Siberia, Kamchatka, California and Hudson's Bay. The Asian part of the map is much more defined, while the area of Alaska is less accurate simply because much of it was unexplored. Interesting to see how this vast region was perceived during the 18th century. Map measures 10 3/4 by 8 1/4 inches with the margins. Also included is a large foldout plate: "View of the Arch or Grand Entrance to the Temple of the Sun as now Standing among the Ruins at Plamyra" (see). Octavo-size, 44 pages, with a full title/index page. Has an engraving of St. John's Gate in the masthead. Archival mend to a tear in unrelated content, otherwise in very good condition.

562147

8.86.2009

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270.0

2009-08-20T14:13:38-04:00

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2009-09-27T12:02:27-04:00

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2009-10-06T14:40:19-04:00

1755-09-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1755  A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Over two pages are taken up with: "A Scheme Proposed for Driving the French out of the Continent of America in one Year's Time" which includes some interesting reporting on the on-going French & Indian War, including a list of 14 items which could be done to be successful (see photos). Bits include: "The seven ships built in Carolina should also be sent into the river Mississippi at the same time that our troops marched from Albany..." and "As soon as Quebec should be taken, 1600 of our regular troops...sent down the river St. Lawrence...would soon take the island of Orleans..." and "The Five Nations & our other friendly Indians will keep the French Indians in eternal subjection..." and much more. There are more reports on the French & Indian War near the back, with a letter which includes: "The numbers lost in the action under Gen. Braddock...were 508 killed, 474 wounded...most of the wounded were scalped by the enemy...Col. Dunbar left Cumberland fort with the forces under his command...reports that a few days before Gen. Braddock's arrival, the garrison of Fort du Quesne consisted only of 400 men..." & more (see). This is followed by an even more detailed account of Braddock's defeat at Fort DuQuesne (see). Among other items in this issue are: "Description of a New Pyrometer" including a full page plate of it; another full page plate withi various relics found; an article: "Account of the British Settlements in N. America...Pennsylvania" which is very descriptive of this colony (see); and other items. Complete in 46 pages with full title/table of contents page which includes an engraving of St. John's Gate. Great condition. Measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches. Includes both plates called for.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1755 A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Over two pages are taken up with: "A Scheme Proposed for Driving the French out of the Continent of America in one Year's Time" which includes some interesting reporting on the on-going French & Indian War, including a list of 14 items which could be done to be successful (see photos). Bits include: "The seven ships built in Carolina should also be sent into the river Mississippi at the same time that our troops marched from Albany..." and "As soon as Quebec should be taken, 1600 of our regular troops...sent down the river St. Lawrence...would soon take the island of Orleans..." and "The Five Nations & our other friendly Indians will keep the French Indians in eternal subjection..." and much more. There are more reports on the French & Indian War near the back, with a letter which includes: "The numbers lost in the action under Gen. Braddock...were 508 killed, 474 wounded...most of the wounded were scalped by the enemy...Col. Dunbar left Cumberland fort with the forces under his command...reports that a few days before Gen. Braddock's arrival, the garrison of Fort du Quesne consisted only of 400 men..." & more (see). This is followed by an even more detailed account of Braddock's defeat at Fort DuQuesne (see). Among other items in this issue are: "Description of a New Pyrometer" including a full page plate of it; another full page plate withi various relics found; an article: "Account of the British Settlements in N. America...Pennsylvania" which is very descriptive of this colony (see); and other items. Complete in 46 pages with full title/table of contents page which includes an engraving of St. John's Gate. Great condition. Measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches. Includes both plates called for.

563632

10.11.2009

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2009-10-06T14:40:19-04:00

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2009-10-08T11:11:56-04:00

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2009-10-06T14:44:05-04:00

1755-09-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1755  A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Over two pages are taken up with: "A Scheme Proposed for Driving the French out of the Continent of America in one Year's Time" which includes some interesting reporting on the on-going French & Indian War, including a list of 14 items which could be done to be successful (see photos). Bits include: "The seven ships built in Carolina should also be sent into the river Mississippi at the same time that our troops marched from Albany..." and "As soon as Quebec should be taken, 1600 of our regular troops...sent down the river St. Lawrence...would soon take the island of Orleans..." and "The Five Nations & our other friendly Indians will keep the French Indians in eternal subjection..." and much more. There are more reports on the French & Indian War near the back, with a letter which includes: "The numbers lost in the action under Gen. Braddock...were 508 killed, 474 wounded...most of the wounded were scalped by the enemy...Col. Dunbar left Cumberland fort with the forces under his command...reports that a few days before Gen. Braddock's arrival, the garrison of Fort du Quesne consisted only of 400 men..." & more (see). This is followed by an even more detailed account of Braddock's defeat at Fort DuQuesne (see). Among other items in this issue are: "Description of a New Pyrometer" including a full page plate of it; another full page plate withi various relics found; an article: "Account of the British Settlements in N. America...Pennsylvania" which is very descriptive of this colony (see); and other items. Complete in 46 pages with full title/table of contents page which includes an engraving of St. John's Gate. Tiny binding holes at the blank spine margin, small library stamps at the bottom of the two plates (one is on reverse side) & bottom of another page, otherwise very nice condition. Measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches. Includes both plates called for.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1755 A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Over two pages are taken up with: "A Scheme Proposed for Driving the French out of the Continent of America in one Year's Time" which includes some interesting reporting on the on-going French & Indian War, including a list of 14 items which could be done to be successful (see photos). Bits include: "The seven ships built in Carolina should also be sent into the river Mississippi at the same time that our troops marched from Albany..." and "As soon as Quebec should be taken, 1600 of our regular troops...sent down the river St. Lawrence...would soon take the island of Orleans..." and "The Five Nations & our other friendly Indians will keep the French Indians in eternal subjection..." and much more. There are more reports on the French & Indian War near the back, with a letter which includes: "The numbers lost in the action under Gen. Braddock...were 508 killed, 474 wounded...most of the wounded were scalped by the enemy...Col. Dunbar left Cumberland fort with the forces under his command...reports that a few days before Gen. Braddock's arrival, the garrison of Fort du Quesne consisted only of 400 men..." & more (see). This is followed by an even more detailed account of Braddock's defeat at Fort DuQuesne (see). Among other items in this issue are: "Description of a New Pyrometer" including a full page plate of it; another full page plate withi various relics found; an article: "Account of the British Settlements in N. America...Pennsylvania" which is very descriptive of this colony (see); and other items. Complete in 46 pages with full title/table of contents page which includes an engraving of St. John's Gate. Tiny binding holes at the blank spine margin, small library stamps at the bottom of the two plates (one is on reverse side) & bottom of another page, otherwise very nice condition. Measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches. Includes both plates called for.

563633

10.22.2009

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80.0

2009-10-06T14:44:05-04:00

French & Indian War... Braddock at Fort DuQuesne... cat168

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2009-10-12T15:46:00-04:00

Have another, with map, in Tim's bookshelf stock of loose GM.

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1756-01-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1756  An article near the front: "Account of American Affairs" is continued from a previous issue & includes talk on "New Forts in America". There is also a detailed account of Oglethorpe's English colony at Georgia, now 22 yrs. old & still suffering from "want of inhabitants" due to the founder's odd regulations. This 2+ page article headed: "New Georgia" traces the founding & growth of the colony & includes: "Mr. Oglethorpe was an active & enterprising man & had distinguished himself as a friend to the unhappy wretches who were prisoners for debts...on the 6th November, 1733 100 adventurers embarked...on the 15th Mr. Oglethorpe also embarked on board the same vessel to direct the first operations for establishing the new colony...in 1737 there were five cities & several villages in New Georgia...Savannah, the capital...next considerable city was Augusta...North Georgia contains...Savannah, New Ebenezer and Augusta...South Georgia contains ...Frederica and New Inverness..." and so much more (photos show just a small portion). Another article has interesting discussion on Ben Franklin's lightning rod, including a print of a house with one (see photos). Another article headed: "Account of American Affairs" is concerning relations with the Indians (see photos for portions) & another article headed: "An Enquiry why Fish was Never Used in Sacrifices Among the Jews" takes nearly a full page. Another article is concerning: "Hally [Halley] and Newton on the Comet Expected in 1758" & takes over a full pg., & yet another article: "Account of the Dispute between the Governor & Assembly of Philadelphia" is continued from a previous issue & takes over 2 pgs. A prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map headed: "Spain and Portugal" which also includes a print of: "A Map of the Mouth of the River Tagus, or Harbour of the City of Lisbon." This map measures 8 1/2 by 10 1/2  inches & is in very nice, clean condition (see).

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1756 An article near the front: "Account of American Affairs" is continued from a previous issue & includes talk on "New Forts in America". There is also a detailed account of Oglethorpe's English colony at Georgia, now 22 yrs. old & still suffering from "want of inhabitants" due to the founder's odd regulations. This 2+ page article headed: "New Georgia" traces the founding & growth of the colony & includes: "Mr. Oglethorpe was an active & enterprising man & had distinguished himself as a friend to the unhappy wretches who were prisoners for debts...on the 6th November, 1733 100 adventurers embarked...on the 15th Mr. Oglethorpe also embarked on board the same vessel to direct the first operations for establishing the new colony...in 1737 there were five cities & several villages in New Georgia...Savannah, the capital...next considerable city was Augusta...North Georgia contains...Savannah, New Ebenezer and Augusta...South Georgia contains ...Frederica and New Inverness..." and so much more (photos show just a small portion). Another article has interesting discussion on Ben Franklin's lightning rod, including a print of a house with one (see photos). Another article headed: "Account of American Affairs" is concerning relations with the Indians (see photos for portions) & another article headed: "An Enquiry why Fish was Never Used in Sacrifices Among the Jews" takes nearly a full page. Another article is concerning: "Hally [Halley] and Newton on the Comet Expected in 1758" & takes over a full pg., & yet another article: "Account of the Dispute between the Governor & Assembly of Philadelphia" is continued from a previous issue & takes over 2 pgs. A prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map headed: "Spain and Portugal" which also includes a print of: "A Map of the Mouth of the River Tagus, or Harbour of the City of Lisbon." This map measures 8 1/2 by 10 1/2 inches & is in very nice, clean condition (see).

561955

8.57.2009

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1756-07-24

Last Will & Testament from the county of Cornwall, England. The top portion of the document notes the execution of the will, dated "...twenty fourth day of July...one thousand seven hundred and Fifty six..." with a large, covered red wax seal in the left margin (part of the sandwiched wax has since fallen away in between the sheets of paper). Attached at the back is the actual last will & testament, dated on the 2nd page: "...second day of January...one thousand seven hundred and fifty six 1756" There is wear with loss of paper near this portion of the document causing some loss (see photos). Both sheets of the will have an inked "four pence" tax stamp, while the small document has a "nine pence" tax stamp. 10 by 15 1/4 inches.

Last Will & Testament from the county of Cornwall, England. The top portion of the document notes the execution of the will, dated "...twenty fourth day of July...one thousand seven hundred and Fifty six..." with a large, covered red wax seal in the left margin (part of the sandwiched wax has since fallen away in between the sheets of paper). Attached at the back is the actual last will & testament, dated on the 2nd page: "...second day of January...one thousand seven hundred and fifty six 1756" There is wear with loss of paper near this portion of the document causing some loss (see photos). Both sheets of the will have an inked "four pence" tax stamp, while the small document has a "nine pence" tax stamp. 10 by 15 1/4 inches.

560997

8.82.2009

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1756-10-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1756   * Great & quite large map of Europe * Oswego - French & Indian War * Judaica  content A very nice War magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. 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 1/4 by 14 3/4 inches from border to border, with ample borders on all sides, small at the lower portion of the right side from where folded into the issue. Some ink off-setting from having been folded into itself for over 250 years otherwise in excellent condition. Under the heading near the back: "American News" is a report which includes: "...concerning Oswego still continue to be contradictory...the last letters from Albany say that the French had burnt the fort & put almost the whole garrison to the sword..." and mention that Col. Webb was sent to reinforce the place & found the fort blown up & found "...about 500 dead bodies scattered in & about the place...".   Not a lengthy report yet historically important (see).  Also an article: "Curious Jewish Instrument from the Hebrew" which takes nearly half a page & is signed: Aaron, the so of Rabby Haim. (see). Other articles within include: *  "New Plan for a National Militia" *  "Chicanery of the Empress Queen" *  "New Curiosities in Herculaneum" *  "Further Particulars of the Siege of St. Philip's" at Gibraltar   Complete in 48 pages with a full title/index page containing an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches. The noted map is the only plate called for in this issue.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1756 * Great & quite large map of Europe * Oswego - French & Indian War * Judaica content A very nice War magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. 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 1/4 by 14 3/4 inches from border to border, with ample borders on all sides, small at the lower portion of the right side from where folded into the issue. Some ink off-setting from having been folded into itself for over 250 years otherwise in excellent condition. Under the heading near the back: "American News" is a report which includes: "...concerning Oswego still continue to be contradictory...the last letters from Albany say that the French had burnt the fort & put almost the whole garrison to the sword..." and mention that Col. Webb was sent to reinforce the place & found the fort blown up & found "...about 500 dead bodies scattered in & about the place...". Not a lengthy report yet historically important (see). Also an article: "Curious Jewish Instrument from the Hebrew" which takes nearly half a page & is signed: Aaron, the so of Rabby Haim. (see). Other articles within include: * "New Plan for a National Militia" * "Chicanery of the Empress Queen" * "New Curiosities in Herculaneum" * "Further Particulars of the Siege of St. Philip's" at Gibraltar Complete in 48 pages with a full title/index page containing an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches. The noted map is the only plate called for in this issue.

561087

8.38.2009

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2009-07-21T10:32:08-04:00

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1757-03-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1757  A very nice magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. The first 2 1/2 pages has reports from the French & Indian War in America, including five letters written by General Braddock datelined Williamsburgh and Alexandria. In the introductory comments on the first page is mention that: "...concerning the territories in America mention'd in the treaty of Utrecht; of several Indian traders seized by the French on the Ohio, and sent prisoners to France, but afterwards enlarged on the interposition of Lord Albemarle; and of the murder of Mr. Jumonville by a party of English under Major Washington. We have also...given an account...of the expedition & defeat of General Braddock..." with more (see). Rare & very early mention of George Washington and great to have his name on the first page. Another article: "Account of a Colony of Jews in the East Indies" begins: "Not long ago I accidentally met with a New account of the East Indies, by Capt. Alexander Hamilton, in which, among other curious particulars, he says...that at the city of Couchin in times of old was a republic of Jews who were once so numerous that they could recon about 80,000 families but at present they are reduced to 4000. They have a synagogue at Couchin..." with more (see). This articles takes about a page. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news events of the day which includes some American reports & mention. Other articles of interest within this issue include: *  "The Philosophy of Earthquakes" *  "Further Observations on Bees" *  "Observations on the Structure of the Cuckoo" *  "Chinese Manner of Laying out Gardens" *  "Reply to the Answer to the Quaker's Apology" Included are both plates called for, one of which is a foldout (see). Complete in 50 pages, measures 5 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches with a full title/index page which includes an engraving of St. John's Gate. Very nice condition.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1757 A very nice magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. The first 2 1/2 pages has reports from the French & Indian War in America, including five letters written by General Braddock datelined Williamsburgh and Alexandria. In the introductory comments on the first page is mention that: "...concerning the territories in America mention'd in the treaty of Utrecht; of several Indian traders seized by the French on the Ohio, and sent prisoners to France, but afterwards enlarged on the interposition of Lord Albemarle; and of the murder of Mr. Jumonville by a party of English under Major Washington. We have also...given an account...of the expedition & defeat of General Braddock..." with more (see). Rare & very early mention of George Washington and great to have his name on the first page. Another article: "Account of a Colony of Jews in the East Indies" begins: "Not long ago I accidentally met with a New account of the East Indies, by Capt. Alexander Hamilton, in which, among other curious particulars, he says...that at the city of Couchin in times of old was a republic of Jews who were once so numerous that they could recon about 80,000 families but at present they are reduced to 4000. They have a synagogue at Couchin..." with more (see). This articles takes about a page. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news events of the day which includes some American reports & mention. Other articles of interest within this issue include: * "The Philosophy of Earthquakes" * "Further Observations on Bees" * "Observations on the Structure of the Cuckoo" * "Chinese Manner of Laying out Gardens" * "Reply to the Answer to the Quaker's Apology" Included are both plates called for, one of which is a foldout (see). Complete in 50 pages, measures 5 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches with a full title/index page which includes an engraving of St. John's Gate. Very nice condition.

559308

7.48.2009

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115.0

2009-06-08T09:47:08-04:00

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1757-09-01

THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, September, 1757  This early magazine is formatted almost identical to the more popular "Gentleman's Magazine" but is considerably more rare today. Perhaps the prime features of this issue are the two nice maps. One is a foldout titled: "A Map of the Northern Part of UPPER SAXONY" which includes from present-day Berlin north to the Baltic Sea and east to portions of present-day Poland (see). This map measures 8 1/2 by 10 1/2 inches, has some off-setting from being folded within itself for over 150 years but is otherwise quite nice. The other is a full page: "Plan of the Bay and Roads of CADIZ..." which is a port city in Southwestern Spain (see). There is a related article on the city as well. Near the back is the "Monthly Chronologer" which has a report on the French & Indian War, being an: "Extract of a Letter from a Gentleman at Fort William Henry, to his "Friend at New York, July 26, 1757" which relates an ill-fated attempt upon Ticonderoga (see), taking over half the page. Complete in 48 pages with a full title/contents page which has a nice engraving of the London skyline (see).  Measures 5 1/4 by 8 1/2 inches, great condition.

THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, September, 1757 This early magazine is formatted almost identical to the more popular "Gentleman's Magazine" but is considerably more rare today. Perhaps the prime features of this issue are the two nice maps. One is a foldout titled: "A Map of the Northern Part of UPPER SAXONY" which includes from present-day Berlin north to the Baltic Sea and east to portions of present-day Poland (see). This map measures 8 1/2 by 10 1/2 inches, has some off-setting from being folded within itself for over 150 years but is otherwise quite nice. The other is a full page: "Plan of the Bay and Roads of CADIZ..." which is a port city in Southwestern Spain (see). There is a related article on the city as well. Near the back is the "Monthly Chronologer" which has a report on the French & Indian War, being an: "Extract of a Letter from a Gentleman at Fort William Henry, to his "Friend at New York, July 26, 1757" which relates an ill-fated attempt upon Ticonderoga (see), taking over half the page. Complete in 48 pages with a full title/contents page which has a nice engraving of the London skyline (see). Measures 5 1/4 by 8 1/2 inches, great condition.

563634

10.22.2009

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87.0

2009-10-07T09:39:46-04:00

Foldout map of Saxony... full page map of Cadiz, Spain... cat168

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1758-12-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1758  * Map of Germany * French & Indian War : near fort DuQuesne A very nice magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. One article: "Claims of the Dutch Further Stated" includes some reports concerning the situation in America, a portion noting: "...In America the present war has been little more than a continuation of the last..." (see). "Antient Custom of Shepherds" considers Jewish shepherds (see for portions). A prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of the Country Round Dresden, with the Towns & Fortresses which the Several Armies have occupied during the Campaign." in present-day Germany (see) which shows much detail. This map measures 8 1/2 by 10 inches & is in great condition. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news events of the day. Included is a report noting: "Advices from America bring an account of a repulse, which the enemy met with, in an attack which they made upon the advanced guard of Gen. Forbes at Loyal Hanning, in the road to Fort du Quesne...happy omen of an entire conquest of the place, which is earnestly wished..." with just a bit more (see). Other articles of interest within this issue include: *  "The Geography of the Earth Considered in a a New Light with a View to Future Discoveries" *  "Description of the Maritime Towns of France" *  "Machine for Warming Upper Chambers" includes a print of it (see) This issue is complete with all plates/maps called for. Complete in 46 pages, measures 5 by 8 inches with a full title/index page which includes an engraving of St. John's Gate. Very nice, clean condition.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1758 * Map of Germany * French & Indian War : near fort DuQuesne A very nice magazine from during the French & Indian War from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. One article: "Claims of the Dutch Further Stated" includes some reports concerning the situation in America, a portion noting: "...In America the present war has been little more than a continuation of the last..." (see). "Antient Custom of Shepherds" considers Jewish shepherds (see for portions). A prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of the Country Round Dresden, with the Towns & Fortresses which the Several Armies have occupied during the Campaign." in present-day Germany (see) which shows much detail. This map measures 8 1/2 by 10 inches & is in great condition. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news events of the day. Included is a report noting: "Advices from America bring an account of a repulse, which the enemy met with, in an attack which they made upon the advanced guard of Gen. Forbes at Loyal Hanning, in the road to Fort du Quesne...happy omen of an entire conquest of the place, which is earnestly wished..." with just a bit more (see). Other articles of interest within this issue include: * "The Geography of the Earth Considered in a a New Light with a View to Future Discoveries" * "Description of the Maritime Towns of France" * "Machine for Warming Upper Chambers" includes a print of it (see) This issue is complete with all plates/maps called for. Complete in 46 pages, measures 5 by 8 inches with a full title/index page which includes an engraving of St. John's Gate. Very nice, clean condition.

560621

9.5.2009

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61.0

2009-07-09T11:38:26-04:00

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1758-12-02

SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE  For The Year 1758, London. This "supplemental" issue was done at the end of the year. The prime content is the very nice foldout map titled within the cartouche: "A Map of the New Continent According to its Greatest Diametrical length from the River la Plata to beyond the Lake of the Assimiboils" (see). This map shows both North and South America. North America is somewhat crudely done, particularly the West, obviously due to limited familiarity of that part of the world (see). This map measures 8 by 8 3/4 inches and is in great condition with the bottom nearly close-trimmed but causing no loss. The index calls for two other plates which are not included. Accompanying this map is an article: "The Geography of the Earth Considered in a New Light with a View to Future Discoveries" which takes over 4 pages. The index to the full year is attached at the back. Complete in 24 pages, 5 by 8 1/4 inches, great condition.

SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE For The Year 1758, London. This "supplemental" issue was done at the end of the year. The prime content is the very nice foldout map titled within the cartouche: "A Map of the New Continent According to its Greatest Diametrical length from the River la Plata to beyond the Lake of the Assimiboils" (see). This map shows both North and South America. North America is somewhat crudely done, particularly the West, obviously due to limited familiarity of that part of the world (see). This map measures 8 by 8 3/4 inches and is in great condition with the bottom nearly close-trimmed but causing no loss. The index calls for two other plates which are not included. Accompanying this map is an article: "The Geography of the Earth Considered in a New Light with a View to Future Discoveries" which takes over 4 pages. The index to the full year is attached at the back. Complete in 24 pages, 5 by 8 1/4 inches, great condition.

562230

8.91.2009

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128.0

2009-08-24T06:26:54-04:00

Early foldout map of North and South America... cat168

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2009-09-02T12:42:47-04:00

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2009-08-20T13:34:15-04:00

1759-06-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, 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 (see photos). This is a full page map measuring 5 by 8 1/4 inches, with tiny binding holes touching the bottom border. There is an accompanying article: "Articles of Capitulation  Between their Excellencies & the Inhabitants of Guadalupe" (see for the beginning). There is also another fullpg. plate entitled "Representation of a Bishop in the Act of Martyrdom, from an Ancient Carving on Wood". Other articles in this issue include: "Friendly Address to the Jews"; a lengthy report of  "Gazette Account of the Taking of Guadaloupe"; "Articles of Capitulation for the Troops";  "Life of Mary Stuart" "Address of the Norfolk Militia"; as well as other news and topics of the day. This is a complete issue in 50 pages with full title/index page including an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches and in great condition.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, 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 (see photos). This is a full page map measuring 5 by 8 1/4 inches, with tiny binding holes touching the bottom border. There is an accompanying article: "Articles of Capitulation Between their Excellencies & the Inhabitants of Guadalupe" (see for the beginning). There is also another fullpg. plate entitled "Representation of a Bishop in the Act of Martyrdom, from an Ancient Carving on Wood". Other articles in this issue include: "Friendly Address to the Jews"; a lengthy report of "Gazette Account of the Taking of Guadaloupe"; "Articles of Capitulation for the Troops"; "Life of Mary Stuart" "Address of the Norfolk Militia"; as well as other news and topics of the day. This is a complete issue in 50 pages with full title/index page including an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures 5 by 8 1/4 inches and in great condition.

562140

8.86.2009

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65.0

2009-08-20T13:34:15-04:00

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2009-09-02T12:23:26-04:00

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2009-08-31T10:12:16-04:00

1761-01-10

PUE'S OCCURRENCES, Dublin, Ireland, Jan. 10, 1761  It is rare for us to find 18th century Irish newspapers. As might be imagined consumed almost entirely with various European reports, with the bkpg. entirely taken up with ads. Four pages, folio size, some minor tears at margins, some browning.

PUE'S OCCURRENCES, Dublin, Ireland, Jan. 10, 1761 It is rare for us to find 18th century Irish newspapers. As might be imagined consumed almost entirely with various European reports, with the bkpg. entirely taken up with ads. Four pages, folio size, some minor tears at margins, some browning.

562461

9.9.2009

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38.0

2009-08-31T10:12:16-04:00

Irish newspaper from 1761... cat167

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1765-06-15

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 15, 1765  An inside page has reports under the heading "America", from New York and Charleston, the latter telling of the expedition of Ottassite, a Cherokee Indian (see). Other news of the day, mostly European. Eight pages, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 15, 1765 An inside page has reports under the heading "America", from New York and Charleston, the latter telling of the expedition of Ottassite, a Cherokee Indian (see). Other news of the day, mostly European. Eight pages, very nice condition.

563658

10.22.2009

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24.0

2009-10-07T11:54:02-04:00

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2009-10-07T12:07:47-04:00

1765-06-15

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 15, 1765 An inside page has reports under the heading "America", from New York and Charleston, the latter telling of the expedition of Ottassite, a Cherokee Indian (see). Other news of the day, mostly European. Eight pages, very nice condition.

563661

10.22.2009

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24.0

2009-10-07T12:07:47-04:00

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1765-06-25

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 25, 1765  The ftpg. has an item headed: "America", including: "...that Sir William Johnson...was surrounded by upwards of a thousand Indians of different tribes, not in an hostile manner, all i friendship; & that every thing went on well in the negotiation...". The bkpg. has a letter from Georgia concerning "...Mr. Whitefield's Orphan House..." which includes text on Rev. George Whitefield as well (see). Whitefield  was an Anglican itinerant minister who helped spread the Great Awakening in Great Britain and, especially, in the British North American colonies. His ministry had tremendous impact on American ideology. 8 pages with little front page rubbing, otherwise in nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 25, 1765 The ftpg. has an item headed: "America", including: "...that Sir William Johnson...was surrounded by upwards of a thousand Indians of different tribes, not in an hostile manner, all i friendship; & that every thing went on well in the negotiation...". The bkpg. has a letter from Georgia concerning "...Mr. Whitefield's Orphan House..." which includes text on Rev. George Whitefield as well (see). Whitefield was an Anglican itinerant minister who helped spread the Great Awakening in Great Britain and, especially, in the British North American colonies. His ministry had tremendous impact on American ideology. 8 pages with little front page rubbing, otherwise in nice condition.

563659

11.15.2009

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29.0

2009-10-07T12:00:50-04:00

Rev. George Whitefield in Georgia... cat168

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2009-11-04T09:16:59-05:00

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2009-08-25T15:48:50-04:00

1767-05-07

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, May 7, 1767  The masthead features a nice engraving of what was then Pennsylvania's coat-of-arms (see). This newspaper was once owned & printed by Ben Franklin, but his name & involvement ended a few years earlier than this date. An interesting variety of news tidbits throughout including a pg. 2 item: "The late disputes in New York have again roused the revengeful spirit of your enemies & have lost the colonies some, till now, very staunch friends, & who were most attached to their interests." A great number of ads in this newspapers which speaks to the success of this popular newspaper. Four pages and in excellent condition. A fine example of a famous colonial newspaper at a reasonable price.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, May 7, 1767 The masthead features a nice engraving of what was then Pennsylvania's coat-of-arms (see). This newspaper was once owned & printed by Ben Franklin, but his name & involvement ended a few years earlier than this date. An interesting variety of news tidbits throughout including a pg. 2 item: "The late disputes in New York have again roused the revengeful spirit of your enemies & have lost the colonies some, till now, very staunch friends, & who were most attached to their interests." A great number of ads in this newspapers which speaks to the success of this popular newspaper. Four pages and in excellent condition. A fine example of a famous colonial newspaper at a reasonable price.

562335

8.99.2009

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1768-07-01

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1768  A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits.This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Page 2 has "Interesting Advices from America" with a Boston report beginning: "Last Friday fe'nnight the officers of the customers made a seizure of a sloop belonging to John Hancock..." with more (see photos), followed by other reports of troubles in America. On an inside page is an article titled: "Suprizing Properties of Numbers placed in Dr. Franklin's Magic Square of Squares" which is a fascinating article describing Benjamin Franklin's amazing numerical puzzle. There is also a full page engraving of this "Magic Square of Squares" (see photos). More typically this plate is missing from the issue, but present here. Among various reports under the "Historical Chronicle" is an item noting: "Letters from Fort Pitt in America are full of joy on the success of the late congress held there for settling annually all difference with the Indian tribes in that quarter...the famous major Rogers has turned traitor to his country & is now in irons for a conspiracy in order to surprise several fortresses, to kill the commandants, plunder the garrisons,& desert to the enemy." (see). Among other articles in this issue are: *  "Observations on Insects Affecting Fruit Trees" *  "Hint for the Institution of Downing College" *  "The Gigantic Stature of the Patagonians Confirmed" *  "French Claims on Newfoundland" This is a complete issue, full title/index page which features an engraving of St. John's Gate, 46 pages, in very nice, clean condition, and measuring about 5 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches. This issue is lacking the other plate called for. Rarely are Ben Franklin related prints found in 18th century magazines.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1768 A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits.This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. Page 2 has "Interesting Advices from America" with a Boston report beginning: "Last Friday fe'nnight the officers of the customers made a seizure of a sloop belonging to John Hancock..." with more (see photos), followed by other reports of troubles in America. On an inside page is an article titled: "Suprizing Properties of Numbers placed in Dr. Franklin's Magic Square of Squares" which is a fascinating article describing Benjamin Franklin's amazing numerical puzzle. There is also a full page engraving of this "Magic Square of Squares" (see photos). More typically this plate is missing from the issue, but present here. Among various reports under the "Historical Chronicle" is an item noting: "Letters from Fort Pitt in America are full of joy on the success of the late congress held there for settling annually all difference with the Indian tribes in that quarter...the famous major Rogers has turned traitor to his country & is now in irons for a conspiracy in order to surprise several fortresses, to kill the commandants, plunder the garrisons,& desert to the enemy." (see). Among other articles in this issue are: * "Observations on Insects Affecting Fruit Trees" * "Hint for the Institution of Downing College" * "The Gigantic Stature of the Patagonians Confirmed" * "French Claims on Newfoundland" This is a complete issue, full title/index page which features an engraving of St. John's Gate, 46 pages, in very nice, clean condition, and measuring about 5 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches. This issue is lacking the other plate called for. Rarely are Ben Franklin related prints found in 18th century magazines.

562363

9.4.2009

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1769-01-01

THE NORTH BRITON, London, 1769  This was a radical newspaper from the 18th century, very much associated with the name John Wilkes. Wilkes published the issues #1 thru 46. Issue number 45 (April 23, 1763) is the most famous issue of the paper. It criticized a royal speech in which King George III praised the Treaty of Paris ending the Seven Years' War. Wilkes was charged with libel (accusing the King of lying), and imprisoned for a short time in the Tower of London. Wilkes challenged the general warrant for his arrest and seizure of his paper, eventually winning the case. His courtroom speeches launched the cry "Wilkes and Liberty!", a popular slogan for freedom of speech and resistance to power. By the time Wilkes was released from prison in 1770, "45" had become a popular icon not only of Wilkes, but of liberty and freedom of speech in general. Issue numbers 47 (May 10, 1768) through 218 (May 11, 1771) were published by William Bingley. Bingley was jailed on account of issues number 50 and 51 but was released after two years without trial. This issue is not only from the Bingley era but is from the period when he was in jail, as the imprint at the bottom of the bkpg. begins: "Printed for W. Bingley, a prisoner in the King's Bench..." (see). A 6 page newspaper measuring about 8 by 12 inches. Minor foxing, mostly nice.

THE NORTH BRITON, London, 1769 This was a radical newspaper from the 18th century, very much associated with the name John Wilkes. Wilkes published the issues #1 thru 46. Issue number 45 (April 23, 1763) is the most famous issue of the paper. It criticized a royal speech in which King George III praised the Treaty of Paris ending the Seven Years' War. Wilkes was charged with libel (accusing the King of lying), and imprisoned for a short time in the Tower of London. Wilkes challenged the general warrant for his arrest and seizure of his paper, eventually winning the case. His courtroom speeches launched the cry "Wilkes and Liberty!", a popular slogan for freedom of speech and resistance to power. By the time Wilkes was released from prison in 1770, "45" had become a popular icon not only of Wilkes, but of liberty and freedom of speech in general. Issue numbers 47 (May 10, 1768) through 218 (May 11, 1771) were published by William Bingley. Bingley was jailed on account of issues number 50 and 51 but was released after two years without trial. This issue is not only from the Bingley era but is from the period when he was in jail, as the imprint at the bottom of the bkpg. begins: "Printed for W. Bingley, a prisoner in the King's Bench..." (see). A 6 page newspaper measuring about 8 by 12 inches. Minor foxing, mostly nice.

561607

8.31.2009

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2009-08-04T14:17:52-04:00

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1771-05-09

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, May 9, 1771  The masthead includes a nice engraving of what was then the coat-of-arms of Pennsylvania. Various news of the day, with pg. 2 mostly taken up with European reports with one item from London noting: "...a body of the foot-guards, now quartered at Somerset house barracks, are to march to Portsmouth in order to embark for America." Pg. 3 has a letter from Pittsburgh which begins: "No doubt you may be alarmed about an Indian War; it is true they have been for some time in a very bad disposition..." with just a bit more (see). Page 4 is entirely taken up with ads including 6 runaway reward ads, one of which is illustrated (see). This issue is unique it that it still has attached both a single sheet "Supplement" issue taken up entirely with ads on both sides, as well as a "Postscript Extraordinary" which has various political correspondences concerning John Wilkes, including two items signed by him in type. This latter "extra" issue is a broadside, meaning printed on the front side only. A total of 8 pages and in excellent condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, May 9, 1771 The masthead includes a nice engraving of what was then the coat-of-arms of Pennsylvania. Various news of the day, with pg. 2 mostly taken up with European reports with one item from London noting: "...a body of the foot-guards, now quartered at Somerset house barracks, are to march to Portsmouth in order to embark for America." Pg. 3 has a letter from Pittsburgh which begins: "No doubt you may be alarmed about an Indian War; it is true they have been for some time in a very bad disposition..." with just a bit more (see). Page 4 is entirely taken up with ads including 6 runaway reward ads, one of which is illustrated (see). This issue is unique it that it still has attached both a single sheet "Supplement" issue taken up entirely with ads on both sides, as well as a "Postscript Extraordinary" which has various political correspondences concerning John Wilkes, including two items signed by him in type. This latter "extra" issue is a broadside, meaning printed on the front side only. A total of 8 pages and in excellent condition.

561609

8.31.2009

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2009-08-04T14:44:28-04:00

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1773-02-24

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Feb. 24, 1773   A famous colonial newspaper from this troubling year in relations with England, less than two years after the Boston Massacre and less than ten months before the Boston Tea Party. This title was published by Benjamin Franklin prior to 1766. Half of the ftpg. is taken up with: "A Dissertation on the Laws of Excise No. II - By the Merchants's Lawyer..." (see for beginning). Pages 2& 3 have various news items not only from America but from Europe as well. The back page is entirely taken up with advertisements. Complete in four pages, archivally rejoined at the central folds where once separated, and where there is some minor loss (see). Wear at the margin with some margin tears, light rubbing throughout. A nice example of a colonial newspaper at a reasonable price.

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Feb. 24, 1773 A famous colonial newspaper from this troubling year in relations with England, less than two years after the Boston Massacre and less than ten months before the Boston Tea Party. This title was published by Benjamin Franklin prior to 1766. Half of the ftpg. is taken up with: "A Dissertation on the Laws of Excise No. II - By the Merchants's Lawyer..." (see for beginning). Pages 2& 3 have various news items not only from America but from Europe as well. The back page is entirely taken up with advertisements. Complete in four pages, archivally rejoined at the central folds where once separated, and where there is some minor loss (see). Wear at the margin with some margin tears, light rubbing throughout. A nice example of a colonial newspaper at a reasonable price.

561330

8.33.2009

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1773-12-02

SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, 1770 * Map of Turkey, the Balkan Peninsula, and more. A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country". This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. This "Supplement" issue was done at the end of the year. The prime content in this issue is the very nice & very detailed map, labeled in the cartouche as: "A New and Accurate Map of TURKEY IN EUROPE Drawn from the Best Authorities...1770" (see). This map shows the Balkan peninsula and includes the region from then Germany, to Russia, to the Mediterranean, to the Black Sea & Turkey and including far eastern Italy (see photos). Very detailed & in uncommonly nice condition, folding out to measure 10 by 8 3/4 from border to border. Ample border on all four sides. Some light, even foxing, generally in very nice condition (see). There is an article: "A Review of the Present State of the War between the Russians and Turks..." which accompanies this map. This mentioned map is the only plate called for in this issue. Within the issue are various articles including: "Particulars of the Taking of Falkland Islands...". Complete in 32 pgs. They did not use a full title/index page with the Supplements as was done with the monthly issues.  Measures 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.

SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, 1770 * Map of Turkey, the Balkan Peninsula, and more. A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country". This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. This "Supplement" issue was done at the end of the year. The prime content in this issue is the very nice & very detailed map, labeled in the cartouche as: "A New and Accurate Map of TURKEY IN EUROPE Drawn from the Best Authorities...1770" (see). This map shows the Balkan peninsula and includes the region from then Germany, to Russia, to the Mediterranean, to the Black Sea & Turkey and including far eastern Italy (see photos). Very detailed & in uncommonly nice condition, folding out to measure 10 by 8 3/4 from border to border. Ample border on all four sides. Some light, even foxing, generally in very nice condition (see). There is an article: "A Review of the Present State of the War between the Russians and Turks..." which accompanies this map. This mentioned map is the only plate called for in this issue. Within the issue are various articles including: "Particulars of the Taking of Falkland Islands...". Complete in 32 pgs. They did not use a full title/index page with the Supplements as was done with the monthly issues. Measures 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.

561091

8.38.2009

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2009-07-21T12:04:29-04:00

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1774-02-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1774  * Captain Cook discovery of Australia, New Zealand : naming of Botany Bay * Plate of a tattooed New Zealand native * Ben Franklin petition * Voltaire print A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..." and further on is: "...Dr. Franklin is displaced from the office of Deputy Post-Office Master General for the Colonies, and the petition...dismissed..." (see for full text). There is also a long and stirring letter from America arguing against the American Revenue act, the duty on tea (which resulted in the Boston Tea Party), the rights of Americans, etc. (see for portions) News from America reports that the Government House in New York had burnt down, and strangely enough a Supreme Court judges house also burnt down, both by "accident" (see). There is a lengthy and interesting article on Captain Cook's discovery of Australia which takes over 5 pages (see for portions). One significant portion reads: "...it having yielded little else, except fresh water and fish, they gave it the name of Botany Bay, and on the 6th of May they weighed anchors & departed..." (see). Included with this text is a full page plate titled: "The Head of a New Zealand Chief Curiously  Tataowed" (see) Included is a full page plate with a somewhat small print of M. de Voltaire with a related article: "Memoirs of the Life & Writings of M. de Voltaire" (see for portions). Complete in 48 pages, some tears at the blank spine margin of the first 3 leafs and binding residue at the spine, measures 5 by 8 inches, with full title/index page. All plates called for are present.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1774 * Captain Cook discovery of Australia, New Zealand : naming of Botany Bay * Plate of a tattooed New Zealand native * Ben Franklin petition * Voltaire print A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..." and further on is: "...Dr. Franklin is displaced from the office of Deputy Post-Office Master General for the Colonies, and the petition...dismissed..." (see for full text). There is also a long and stirring letter from America arguing against the American Revenue act, the duty on tea (which resulted in the Boston Tea Party), the rights of Americans, etc. (see for portions) News from America reports that the Government House in New York had burnt down, and strangely enough a Supreme Court judges house also burnt down, both by "accident" (see). There is a lengthy and interesting article on Captain Cook's discovery of Australia which takes over 5 pages (see for portions). One significant portion reads: "...it having yielded little else, except fresh water and fish, they gave it the name of Botany Bay, and on the 6th of May they weighed anchors & departed..." (see). Included with this text is a full page plate titled: "The Head of a New Zealand Chief Curiously Tataowed" (see) Included is a full page plate with a somewhat small print of M. de Voltaire with a related article: "Memoirs of the Life & Writings of M. de Voltaire" (see for portions). Complete in 48 pages, some tears at the blank spine margin of the first 3 leafs and binding residue at the spine, measures 5 by 8 inches, with full title/index page. All plates called for are present.

560601

8.k.2009

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1774-02-01

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1774  * Captain Cook discovery of Australia, New Zealand : naming of Botany Bay * Plate of a tattooed New Zealand native * Ben Franklin petition * Voltaire print A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..." and further on is: "...Dr. Franklin is displaced from the office of Deputy Post-Office Master General for the Colonies, and the petition...dismissed..." (see for full text). There is also a long and stirring letter from America arguing against the American Revenue act, the duty on tea (which resulted in the Boston Tea Party), the rights of Americans, etc. (see for portions) News from America reports that the Government House in New York had burnt down, and strangely enough a Supreme Court judges house also burnt down, both by "accident" (see). There is a lengthy and interesting article on Captain Cook's discovery of Australia which takes over 5 pages (see for portions). One significant portion reads: "...it having yielded little else, except fresh water and fish, they gave it the name of Botany Bay, and on the 6th of May they weighed anchors & departed..." (see). Included with this text is a full page plate titled: "The Head of a New Zealand Chief Curiously  Tataowed" (see) Included is a full page plate with a somewhat small print of M. de Voltaire with a related article: "Memoirs of the Life & Writings of M. de Voltaire" (see for portions). Complete in 48 pages, titlepg. is slightly close-trimmed at the top right (see), measures 4 3/4 by 8 inches, with full title/index page. All plates called for are present.

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1774 * Captain Cook discovery of Australia, New Zealand : naming of Botany Bay * Plate of a tattooed New Zealand native * Ben Franklin petition * Voltaire print A very nice and extremely popular magazine from the "mother country" just months before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Council, the merits of a petition presented some time ago by Dr. Franklin, Agent for the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England, setting forth that the people of that province had no longer any confidence in their Governor; that they consider him an enemy to the province..." and further on is: "...Dr. Franklin is displaced from the office of Deputy Post-Office Master General for the Colonies, and the petition...dismissed..." (see for full text). There is also a long and stirring letter from America arguing against the American Revenue act, the duty on tea (which resulted in the Boston Tea Party), the rights of Americans, etc. (see for portions) News from America reports that the Government House in New York had burnt down, and strangely enough a Supreme Court judges house also burnt down, both by "accident" (see). There is a lengthy and interesting article on Captain Cook's discovery of Australia which takes over 5 pages (see for portions). One significant portion reads: "...it having yielded little else, except fresh water and fish, they gave it the name of Botany Bay, and on the 6th of May they weighed anchors & departed..." (see). Included with this text is a full page plate titled: "The Head of a New Zealand Chief Curiously Tataowed" (see) Included is a full page plate with a somewhat small print of M. de Voltaire with a related article: "Memoirs of the Life & Writings of M. de Voltaire" (see for portions). Complete in 48 pages, titlepg. is slightly close-trimmed at the top right (see), measures 4 3/4 by 8 inches, with full title/index page. All plates called for are present.

560610

9.4.2009

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2009-07-09T10:16:27-04:00

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1774-12-02

THE LADY'S MAGAZINE SUPPLEMENT for 1774, London  One of the less common 18th century magazine, with content--as the title would suggest--themed more on womanly concerns.  Within the issue is a very nice full page plate titled: "A View of Liverpool" showing the skyline of the city with the Mersey river and various ships in the foreground. There is also much text on the city with subheads: "Leverpool (sic)" "Situation, Climate, Soil" "The River Mersey". Typically such city view plates have been removed but this one is intact. Full title/index age, some scattered browning & foxing, generally in very nice condition.

THE LADY'S MAGAZINE SUPPLEMENT for 1774, London One of the less common 18th century magazine, with content--as the title would suggest--themed more on womanly concerns. Within the issue is a very nice full page plate titled: "A View of Liverpool" showing the skyline of the city with the Mersey river and various ships in the foreground. There is also much text on the city with subheads: "Leverpool (sic)" "Situation, Climate, Soil" "The River Mersey". Typically such city view plates have been removed but this one is intact. Full title/index age, some scattered browning & foxing, generally in very nice condition.

561017

8.82.2009

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2009-07-20T09:07:49-04:00

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1775-01-31

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Jan. 31, 1775  This is issue number 4 of the famous title which would become the very first American newspaper to print the Declaration of Independence, in its July 6, 1776 issue. Pages 1 and 2 are taken up with proceedings of the Pennsylvania convention of January 23, which had a number of Resolves concerning relations with England, including: "...this Convention most heartily approve of the conduce & proceedings of the Continental Congress...for the preservation of the rights and liberties of the British colonies..." and: "That it is the most earnest wish & desire of this Convention to see harmony restored between Great Britain and the colonies..." and: "that the Committee of Correspondence for this city & liberties of Philadelphia be a standing Committee of Correspondence for the several counties..." and other items which relate to manufactures, etc. Starting on pg. 2 & taking over half of pg. 3 is a: "Plan of An American Manufactory". Complete in four pages, a bit irregular at the blank spine margin, measures 8 by 10 inches, very nice condition.

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Jan. 31, 1775 This is issue number 4 of the famous title which would become the very first American newspaper to print the Declaration of Independence, in its July 6, 1776 issue. Pages 1 and 2 are taken up with proceedings of the Pennsylvania convention of January 23, which had a number of Resolves concerning relations with England, including: "...this Convention most heartily approve of the conduce & proceedings of the Continental Congress...for the preservation of the rights and liberties of the British colonies..." and: "That it is the most earnest wish & desire of this Convention to see harmony restored between Great Britain and the colonies..." and: "that the Committee of Correspondence for this city & liberties of Philadelphia be a standing Committee of Correspondence for the several counties..." and other items which relate to manufactures, etc. Starting on pg. 2 & taking over half of pg. 3 is a: "Plan of An American Manufactory". Complete in four pages, a bit irregular at the blank spine margin, measures 8 by 10 inches, very nice condition.

561808

8.n.2009

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265.0

2009-08-11T13:40:04-04:00

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2009-08-24T12:20:27-04:00

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1775-05-20

THE CRISIS newspaper from London, dated May 20, 1775  In my 30+ years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. Note the interesting content in the photos, with the text essentially being a very lengthy poem, or "Casca's Epistle to Lord North", being fascinating reading. This issue is in very nice condition and measures about 7 by 11 inches. A very rare title, 6 pages, with some nice content as well. Note: this is not the "Crisis" pamphlet published by Thomas Paine.

THE CRISIS newspaper from London, dated May 20, 1775 In my 30+ years of dealing in rare newspapers I have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. This extraordinary paper (see the photos below) is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London both in defense of American liberty and their cause for independence, as well as to attack the policies of the King of England. One scholar noted: "This title, which is of great rarity, contains a remarkable collection of papers attacking the Ministry & the British Government in terms of the greatest severity. Indeed, one can hardly believe that in time of war a publication of such character would be tolerated." The editors certainly did not lack courage. The third number was ordered to be burned but their attacks, centering on the King and the American situation, only grew bolder & stronger, and continued throughout the duration of the war. Note the interesting content in the photos, with the text essentially being a very lengthy poem, or "Casca's Epistle to Lord North", being fascinating reading. This issue is in very nice condition and measures about 7 by 11 inches. A very rare title, 6 pages, with some nice content as well. Note: this is not the "Crisis" pamphlet published by Thomas Paine.

562250

8.90.2009

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265.0

2009-08-24T10:52:48-04:00

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