Founding Fathers (U.S.)
Founding Fathers (U.S.)
From before George Washington was born...
Item #121028
January 1, 1730
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, London, 1730 See the photo for an example of this title from our archives. A "typical" newspaper from this period--from before George Washington was born. As the title would suggest, there are many advertisements, some quite fascinating. Also a partial red-inked tax stamp. An archival repair at the spine margin.
Note that the photo is "generic"... See More
George Washington was just 2 years old...
Item #121035
January 1, 1734
THE COUNTRY JOURNAL, OR THE CRAFTSMAN, London, 1734 A nice "typical" newspaper from England from when George Washington was just two years old. Various news of the day and many ads, a few of which have small illustrations.
Complete in 4 pages & measures 10 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches, nice condition. The photo below is "generic" but the issue you receive will ha... See More
One of the earliest Pennsylvania newspapers...
Item #549042
November 13, 1735
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 13, 1735 As any serious collector of newspapers knows, it is exceedingly difficult to find any colonial American newspapers from before 1760, let alone an issue from 1735.
This is a great issue from the premier city of the colonies at that time--when Ben Franklin was just beginning his career--and a handsome issue as well
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This is a great issue from the premier city of the colonies at that time--when Ben Franklin was just beginning his career--and a handsome issue as well
Revival in New-Londonderry, Pennsylvania... The Great Awakening...
Item #593646
April 9, 1743
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, Massachusetts, April 9, 1743
* 1st successful magazine in America
This was the very first successful magazine in America, preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short years.
As the subtitle reads: "Containing Accounts of the Propagation & Revival ... See More
The Great Awakening... Early colonial imprint...
Item #593639
April 16, 1743
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, Massachusetts, April 16, 1743 This was the very first successful magazine in America, preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short years.
As the subtitle reads: "Containing Accounts of the Propagation & Revival of Religion in Great Britain & America&... See More
The Great Awakening... Early colonial imprint...
Item #597571
December 1, 1744
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, Massachusetts, December 1, 1744 This was the very first successful magazine in America, preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short years.
As the subtitle reads: "Containing Accounts of the Propagation & Revival of Religion in Great Britain & Americ... See More
Much regarding Genoa, Italy... Ben Franklin...
Item #579991
April 1, 1747
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, April, 1747 Inside includes the well-known "Speech of Molly Baker" which is actually an early piece by Benjamin Franklin (see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Speech_of_Polly_Baker).
Nearly five pages are taken up with an: "Account of the Behaviour and Execution of the late Lord Lovat & some Further Particulars of his Li
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Nearly five pages are taken up with an: "Account of the Behaviour and Execution of the late Lord Lovat & some Further Particulars of his Li
A very early newspaper printed by Benjamin Franklin...
Item #586389
February 2, 1748
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, February 2, 1747-8 The reason for the double date is for the two calendars in use at the time. Under the Julian calendar the year would be 1747; under the Gregorian calendar (used today) the year would be 1748.
This is unquestionably one of the most famous newspapers of the colonial era, almost entirely because it was printed by Benjamin Frankli... See More
Article on electricity... Ben Franklin letter...
Item #579992
May 1, 1750
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, May, 1750
* Excerpt of a Benjamin Franklin letter re: lightning rods.
* Pelican print
* Jamaica earthquakes
The first article is: "A Probable Cure for the Bite of a Mad Dog." Three pages are taken up with: "An Historical & Chronological List of the Most Eminent Painters".
There is a full page plate of various pl... See More
Footnote mentions Ben Franklin...
Item #564031
December 1, 1750
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, December, 1750 There is a full page plate of various botanical prints, with a descriptive article (see). And there is another foldout plate showing eight gates to the City of London (see) which measures 8 by 10 inches.
An article: "Curious Experiments in Electricity" takes a full page & includes a footnote reading: "In
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An article: "Curious Experiments in Electricity" takes a full page & includes a footnote reading: "In
Benjamin Franklin's lightning rod experiment...
Item #577527
July 1, 1752
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1752 An inside page has an extremely significant article titled: "A Cut and Description of a Machine, easily constructed, for making the Experiment by which Franklin's new Theory of Thunder is demonstrated" with descriptive text showing how this experiment works. Each piece of the illustration is identified as well. A great and ear
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Benjamin Franklin's lightning rod experiment...
Item #589419
July 1, 1752
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1752 An inside page has an article titled: "A Cut and Description of a Machine, easily constructed, for making the Experiment by which Franklin's new Theory of Thunder is demonstrated" with descriptive text showing his this experiment works. Each piece of the illustration is identified as well. A great and early contemporary piece
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Reference to Ben Franklin & his lightning rod...
Item #120045
August 1, 1752
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1752 Among the articles in this issue are "Of the Man with the Iron Mask" "Ancient Forms of Mourning" "History of the Incas, Concluded" "Remarkable Cure by Electricity" "Cause of the Aurora Borealis" and more.
Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" with the latest news report... See More
Benjamin Franklin receives an award...
Item #205632
November 1, 1753
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Nov., 1753 Near the back of this issue is a small & inconspicuous item reading: "At the anniversary meeting of the Royal Society the prize medal of gold was voted to Ben Franklyn, Esq. of Maryland, for his electrical discoveries." (see) Note that not only did they spell his name wrong but they have his home colony wrong.
At the back ... See More
Poem to Ben Franklin with lightning rod reference...
Item #552880
February 1, 1754
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1754
* A poem to Benjamin Franklin
* Mention of his lightning rod
Near the back of the issue is a poem titled: "To Benjamin Franklin, Esq., of Philadelphia, on his Experiments and Discoveries in Electricity" (see photos for full text).
At the bottom of the poem are two footnotes, one reading: "By the application ... See More
Early George Washington in 1754......
Item #539338
July 1, 1754
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1754
* Very early George Washington
Inside has the continuation of an Account of the Encroachments made by the French on the British Settlements in America. In the account are various measures taken by British to prevent the encroachments, including an expedition led by George Washington, who is mentioned three times (in the account).
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* Very early George Washington
Inside has the continuation of an Account of the Encroachments made by the French on the British Settlements in America. In the account are various measures taken by British to prevent the encroachments, including an expedition led by George Washington, who is mentioned three times (in the account).
Benjamin Franklin's Plan for the Union... Albany Congress...
Item #589819
October 1, 1754
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1754
* The Albany Congress for the union of America's colonies
Inside under America is a July 29 report from New York about the famous Albany Congress stating that: "...on the 16 instant the lieutenant-governor arrived from Albany ...having settled matters to the entire satisfaction of all the nations of Indians that attended the cong... See More
Early mention of George Washington...
Item #562525
July 1, 1755
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, July, 1755
* Early Mention of George Washington
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.
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Early mention of George Washington... Map of the colonies from 1755...
Item #586519
July 1, 1755
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, July, 1755 There are no less than two high points in this issue, the first being an article headed: "Gov. Dinwiddie's Speech to the Assembly of Virginia" in which he relates various reports from the French & Indian War, including mention of "...general Braddock, commander in chief of all his majesty's forces on this ... See More
Very early mention of George Washington... French & Indian War...
Item #558802
October 1, 1755
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1755
* Very early George Washington mention
* French and Indian War
The first article in the issue is: "A Compendious View of the Encroachments of the French in America, & of the Importance of the American Colonies to Great Britain..." which takes over 3 pages, chronicling events of the war & mentioning ... See More
Much like Ben Franklin's kite experiment... Map of the Caribbean...
Item #569457
August 1, 1756
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1756 The first two pages are devoted to the "Caribee Islands" [Caribbean] primarily limited to text on Barbadoes (see photos for portions). But of greater significance is the great foldout map labeled: "A Map of the CARIBBEE ISLANDS Shewing which belong to England, France, Spain, Dutch, & Danes..." (see). This map folds ou... See More
George Washington makes the front page... Jewish colony in the East Indies...
Item #559308
May 1, 1757
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1757
* Early Major George Washington
* Jewish colony in the East Indies
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 ... See More
Death of Handel... Early mention of George Washington...
Item #554268
April 17, 1759
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 17, 1759
* Death of Handel
* Early George Washington
The front page has a "musically significant" report reading: "By the death of Mr. Handel, who died at his house in Brook Street, Grosvenor-Square, on Saturday last (and not before) a considerable pension reverts to the crown. We hear he will be buried in the burial-ground at the Fo... See More
Printed by Benjamin Franklin...
Item #586627
August 25, 1762
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Aug. 25, 1762 This is perhaps one of the most famous newspapers of the colonial era, almost entirely because it was printed by Benjamin Franklin, as indicated by the imprint at the bottom of the back page which lists him by name, and identifies him as the Postmaster as well: "Printed by B. FRANKLIN, Post-Master, and D. HALL, at the New-Printing-Of... See More
To John Hancock on the Stamp Act... Map of Bridgetown, Barbadoes...
Item #120163
September 1, 1766
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1766
* Letter to John Hancock on the repeal of the Stamp Act
* Map of Bridgetown, Barbadoes
One of the better items in this issue is a letter: "...from the Principal Merchants in London trading to the Colonies, to John Hancock, Esq., and the rest of the Merchants in Boston, on the Repeal of the Stamp Act" which has some great ... See More
Once owned & printed by Ben Franklin...
Item #562335
May 7, 1767
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 page 2 item: "The late disputes in New York ... See More
Nice issue from colonial Pennsylvania...
Item #557305
July 9, 1767
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, July 9, 1767 The entire front page is taken up with various advertisements, including four runaway "Reward" ads.
Page 2 has news from Madrid and London, as well as datelines from Charlestown (Charleston), South Carolina, Philadelphia and New York. The Charleston content includes mention of troubles with the Creek, Choctaw and Cherokee Indian... See More
Colonial Pennsylvania... Once published by Ben Franklin...
Item #565634
July 23, 1767
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, July 23, 1767 Just a few years previous to this date the newspaper was published by its then owner Benjamin Franklin, and his named appeared in the imprint at the bottom of page 4.
Among the front page ads is one reading: "TO BE SOLD, A Likely Negroe Wench, about 43 Years of Age, can wash, iron, cook, and do any Kind of Housework. "
Page 2 ... See More
A very nice colonial Pennsylvania newspaper...
Item #559422
October 29, 1767
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, October 29, 1767 This is the famous paper once owned & published by Ben Franklin. His name appeared in the imprint until just two years previous to this date.
The front page has various news items from Europe plus ads & notices. The very bottom has a notice: "To be Hired on very easy terms, either by the week or month, Three Negro Lads, t... See More
Ben Franklin, and more...
Item #585069
January 25, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, January 25, 1768
* Colonial America
* Benjamin Franklin
Page 2 has a report of the death of the Duke of York which includes a nice engraving of his coffin, showing the position of the pall bearers and others (see photos). More on the funeral further into the issue. Also: "They write from New York that a resolution has been taken to establis... See More
Colonial Pennsylvania...
Item #590022
February 29, 1768
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 29, 1768 Inside has a report from London noting in part: "Mr. Grenville's enmity against the Colonies still continues as violent as ever...he tired even his friends with a tedious harangue against America..." with more (see). Various other news reports of the day and a great wealth of ads, several of whic... See More
Newspaper previously owned by Ben Franklin...
Item #569338
March 17, 1768
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, March 17, 1768 A nice colonial newspaper with a coat-of-arms engraving in the masthead. The entire front page is taken up with: "Proposals For Enlarging the Plan of the American Society...for Promoting Useful Knowledge..." (see).
Page 2 has various news items from Europe, and also includes: "A Proclamation" signed by the governor of Penn... See More
This was once the newspaper Ben Franklin published... Rumblings of trouble with England...
Item #597777
April 21, 1768
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, April 21, 1768 This was the newspaper made famous by Ben Franklin, as he was the published (and his name appeared in the imprint) through 1765. The masthead features a very detailed engraving of the then Pennsylvania coat-of-arms. The top of the front page has a lengthy "revolutionary" letter which complains of the recent Acts of Parliament w... See More
Much on the trade disputes between England & America...
Item #594785
April 28, 1768
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, April 28, 1768
* Early tensions between Colonies and British
Just a few years previous this newspaper was owned by Ben Franklin, who purchased it in the late 1720's. Almost the entire front page is taken up with an historical account of the trade relations between England and America, prefaced with: "As the cause of the present ill humou... See More
From colonial Boston... Ben Franklin...
Item #569415
May 9, 1768
SUPPLEMENT TO THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, May 9, 1768
* Rare Colonial original
* Benjamin Franklin
This is the "supplement" issue of this short-lived colonial newspaper. The publisher had Loyalist leanings, causing the demise of the paper before the outbreak of war.
Page 2 has a report from Charleston noting: "Both house of assembly i Geor... See More
Nice colonial America newspaper...
Item #572898
May 9, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, May 9, 1768 This colonial newspaper is taken up with a variety of articles including: "An Account of the Family of Douglas "The Use of Turnips & Method of Laying them up in Winter" "Method of Curing Cattle that are Swelled or Hoved" and a "Letter from a Gentleman in Ireland to his Friend in London" (see) There are many advertisemen... See More
From colonial Boston, with the "Supplement" issue... Ben Franklin...
Item #593838
May 9, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, with the "Supplement" issue, May 9, 1768 This colonial newspaper is taken up with a variety of articles including: "An Account of the Family of Douglas "The Use of Turnips & Method of Laying them up in Winter" "Method of Curing Cattle that are Swelled or Hoved" and a "Letter from a Gentleman in Ireland to his Friend in London&... See More
Governemnt's role in the public welfare vs. debt...
Item #579705
May 14, 1768
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, May 14, 1768 Inside is an interesting article on the role of Government and Providence in relation to public welfare and government debt. It begins: "The political disease seems to be near a crisis...". Several hundred years later the topic continues to be at the forefront of public discourse. Also within this issue is a mention of "A Portugal... See More
1768 Colonial Boston, with the Supplement issue attached...
Item #591334
June 6, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, June 6, 1768
* Rare Colonial America title
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
Under reports from London is: "...Letters from Boston, New England, mention that the late public spirit for establishing new manufactures was greatly subsided, the adventurers having met with nothing but disappointments in procuring materials, scarcity of money, & ... See More
1768 Colonial Boston original...
Item #573465
June 6, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Boston, Massachusetts, June 6, 1768 The publisher of this newspaper had Loyalist leanings, causing its demise before the formal outbreak of the Revolutionary War. Under reports from London is: "...Letters from Boston, New England, mention that the late public spirit for establishing new manufactures was greatly subsided, the adventurers having met with nothing but ... See More
Ben Franklin's "A Magic Square of Squares" plate...
Item #549702
July 1, 1768
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1768
* Ben Franklin's "A Magic Square of Squares" plate
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 ... See More
Ben Franklin's "A Magic Square of Squares" plate...
Item #562363
July 1, 1768
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1768
* Ben Franklin's "A Magic Square of Squares" plate
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 i... See More
Relations between England and America...
Item #590040
August 15, 1768
PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Aug. 15, 1768 One article begins: "As America has thrown off all kind of allegiance to Great Britain, i.e. denied the authority of King, Lords, and Commons, I have been revolving in my mind what kind of government is most likely to take place on this universal defection..." which then delves into history to consider s... See More
Tarred and feathered & banished from town...
Item #584921
September 12, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, September 12, 1768
* Tared and Feathered
* Banished from Salem
The publisher of this newspaper had Loyalist leanings, causing its demise before the formal outbreak of the Revolutionary War (see below). Much of the earlier pages are taken up with reports from Europe. Further to the back are American reports (see photos), with some reports from Michigan, and a note... See More
Much on the hated quartering of troops in Boston...
Item #590009
October 10, 1768
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Oct. 10, 1768 Page 2 has a report from London which includes: "American affairs at present draw the attention of the whole nation...Lord Botetourt is just appointed Governor of Virginia & Lord Lieutenant of all America...The present state of the colonies will be inquired into, their claims & grievances examined... See More
Agreeing to non-importation until Townshend Acts are repealed...
Item #549051
February 27, 1769
PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, February 27, 1769 The front page has: "A modern Poem On Liberty...". The poem begins: "Ye Sons of Liberty Attend! To you the Skies in pity send A Bard, who, in the nick of time, stands forth to vindicate, in rhyme, Your life, your liberty and fame...". and takes over a full column.
Page 6 has a report from... See More
Agreeing to non-importation until Townshened Acts are repealed...
Item #583353
February 27, 1769
PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, February 27, 1769
*Townshend Acts Non-Importation
* Sons of Liberty Poem
The front page has: "A modern Poem On Liberty...". The poem begins: "Ye Sons of Liberty Attend! To you the Skies in pity send A Bard, who, in the nick of time, stands forth to vindicate, in rhyme, Your life, your liberty ... See More
Handsome colonial Philadelphia newspaper...
Item #566808
March 9, 1769
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, March 9, 1769 This was the newspaper which Benjamin Franklin owned for many years, turning it into an exceedingly successful--and profitable--enterprise. His name appeared in the imprint through 1765.
The front page mostly has items from London. Page 2 has more news items, some relating to America, with such reports carrying over to page 3 where... See More
Handsome colonial Philadelphia newspaper...
Item #584920
March 9, 1769
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, March 9, 1769
* Rare Colonial American title
* Gained recognition under Ben Franklin's previous ownership
This was the newspaper which Benjamin Franklin owned for many years, turning it into an exceedingly successful--and profitable--enterprise. His name appeared in the imprint through 1765.
The front page mostly has items from London. Pa... See More
Parliament strikes back against the Boston protests...
Item #583791
March 27, 1769
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 27, 1769 The front page is filled with a fascinating letter concerning: "...an intended plan for a new town on Juniata..." with this writer's reasons why a town in that section of the frontier of Pennsylvania would be successful (see for portions).
Inside has a very significant report under: "... See More
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