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"The Swedish Intelligencer" by Butter and Bourne...
Item #654577
January 1, 1632
THE SWEDISH INTELLIGENCER, "The Second Part", London, 1632
* Very rare 17th century periodical
* Publisher Nathaniel Butter
A quite rare newsbook by the famed publishing team of Nathaniel Butter and Nicholas Bourne who are credited with being the founders of the English language periodical format, taken from like-publishers in Germany & Amsterdam. Curiously some of the f... See More
Very rare & early news pamphlet from Amsterdam...
Item #661783
August 1, 1632
Dutch newsletter/pamphlet from Amsterdam, August, 1632
* Very rare 17th century publication
* Siege - capture of Maastricht
* Dutch journalist & printer Broer Jansz
A very rare news pamphlet by the famed early Broer Jansz, one of the most prolific newsmen of the 17th century. Included with this item is an extensive biography of him and his work.
Included also is a translation of this ... See More
One of the earliest 17th century newspapers you will find......
Item #666262
December 22, 1635
GAZETTE, Paris, France, December 22, 1635
* Earliest newspaper in your collection?
This title was the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu. All the text is in French with the first letter in the title containing embellishments (see). An ornate letter begins the... See More
An early newspaper from 1641...
Item #661762
February 2, 1641
GAZETTE, Paris, France, Feb. 2. 26, 1641
* Earliest newspaper in your collection?
This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory by nearly 15 years. This was the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu. The title has the... See More
One of the earliest 17th century newspapers you will find...
Item #631200
February 23, 1641
GAZETTE, Paris, France, February 23, 1641 (date is in the imprint at the bottom of the back page).
* Earliest of newspapers to be had
This extremely early newspaper is filled with news reports with datelines from throughout Europe, including Naples, Rome, Nuremberg, Frankfort, Amsterdam, Cologne, with the back two pages containing reports from France. There are no advertisements.
This... See More
Earliest newspaper in your collection?
Item #662538
December 7, 1641
NOUVELLES, Paris, France, December 28, 1641 The heading roughly translates to: "Ordinary News"." This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory. It was the "sister" publication of the "Gazette", the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential back... See More
Earliest newspaper in your collection?
Item #633652
December 21, 1641
NOUVELLES, Paris, France, December 21, 1641 (date is at the bottom of the back page)
* Earliest newspaper in your collection?
The heading roughly translates to: "Ordinary News"." This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory. It was the "sister" publication of the "Gazette", the very first regular newspaper published i... See More
Newsbook from the mid-17th century...
Item #628221
August 1, 1659
"THE PUBLICK INTELLIGENCER, Communicating the Chief Occurrences & Proceedings Within the Dominions of England, Scotland, and Ireland: Together with an Account of Affaires from Severall Parts of Europe.", London, August 1, 1659
* Very rare 17th century item
Certainly one of the less common newsbooks from the 17th century. Newsbooks were the predecessors of today's news... See More
The Queen returns for Oxford, now that the Great Plague has eased...
Item #660377
February 19, 1665
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 19, 1665
* The Great Plague is Over ?
* Queen Henrietta Maria returns
The back page actually has reference to the Great Plague & the return of the Royal Court to London, with: "This afternoon Her Majesty arrived here in two dayes from Oxford, in a perfect health, to the great content and joy of this Court, having been met by His Majesty...&qu... See More
A "newsbook" from 1665, pre-dating the London Gazette...
Item #639553
May 8, 1665
THE INTELLIGENCER, London, May 8, 1665
* Rare 17th century periodical
Here is an uncommon title in newsbook format (the forerunner of newspapers), which has news from various cities in England and Europe. This title pre-dates the London Gazette, the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper (by exactly one month).
There is a report of a naval battle between t... See More
Rare issue of the Oxford Gazette...
Sabbatai, the long-awaited Jewish Messiah... perhaps the oldest mention in a newspaper...
Item #653765
December 11, 1665
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, Dec. 11, 1665 (#8) The best content is the great Judaica item on the back page, being a report datelined Harlem, Decemb.5, and noting: "It is now about 3 months since the Jews gave out that near 600000 men were arrived at Mecha professing themselves to be of the lost Tribes. Since which it is affirmed that a new Prophet is arisen in Jerusalem, who find... See More
Extremely rare 1665 Oxford Gazette...
Item #662361
January 4, 1666
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, January 4, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar) This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world. Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed itself from London to Oxford when this newspaper began, so issues #1 t... See More
Nice content in this rare & very early title...
Item #615044
January 29, 1666
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, January 29, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar) - issue #22
* Earliest & Rarest of newspapers to be had
This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world. Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed itself fr... See More
Early and rare title... published for only a few months...
Item #633561
July 23, 1666
THE CURRENT INTELLIGENCE, London, July 23, 1666
* Very early title
* The Great Plague
This is a very rare title as it lasted for only 24 issues, ending publication when the Great Fire of London struck in September of 1666. It was founded by famed publisher Henry Muddiman who was involved in several early publications including the first 2 issues of the London Gazette, eventually found... See More
First report of the Great London Fire... In a London newspaper!
Item #661890
September 3, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, September 3, 1666
* The Great London Fire issue (historic)
This issue certainly ranks as one of the premiere issues of all 17th century newspapers, announcing one of the most tragic events of the period.
This issue was published during the outbreak of what would be known as the Great London Fire, which destroyed much of the city of London. Since it was an early rep... See More
The Great Fire of London...
Item #623128
September 24, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, September 24, 1666
* The Great London Fire period coverage
* Earliest of newspapers to be had
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 publish... See More
Reference to the 1666 Great Fire of London...
Item #662347
October 4, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 4, 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... See More
Early use of term "Union Jack" & descriptive of the British flag...
Item #662056
September 28, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 28, 1674 More than half of the front page is taken up with a notable Proclamation by the King of England concerning use and description of the British flag, and is one of the earliest printed references to the term "Union Jack" for the flag (is it the earliest??).
The Proclamation is a result of merchant ships using flags very similar to the Brit... See More
Only one issue held by any American institution...
Item #655494
January 21, 1682
THE TRUE PROTESTANT MERCURY, London, June 14, 1682
* Very rare title from the 17th century
A quite rare title with only 3 or 4 having come into our inventory in the last few decades. This is the last we have at the moment. This is Crane & Kaye #895, and although they list just 4 American institutions having any issues of this title, only one has this specific date we offer.
Various new... See More
Duke of Monmouth is beheaded...
Item #661537
July 16, 1685
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 16, 1685
* James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth
* Tower Hill execution - beheading
The report of great significance is the rather brief, yet very historic, found on page 2 & datelined from Whitehall, July 15: "This day the late Duke of Monmouth, being attained of High Treason by Act of Parliament, was Beheaded on a scaffold for that pur
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* James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth
* Tower Hill execution - beheading
The report of great significance is the rather brief, yet very historic, found on page 2 & datelined from Whitehall, July 15: "This day the late Duke of Monmouth, being attained of High Treason by Act of Parliament, was Beheaded on a scaffold for that pur
One of just two known newspapers with a contemporary account of the Salem witch trials...
Item #659582
December 31, 1692
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Dec. 31, 1692
* Rare Salem witch trials reporting
* Very early 17th century title
An exceedingly rare issue as it is one of only two known contemporary newspaper accounts of the Salem witch trials.
This newspaper published in question/answer format, and the front page begins with: "Quest 1. In the remarkable TRYALS of WITCHES published this Week by Mr. ... See More
Advertisement on the Salem witch trials...
Item #645130
February 11, 1693
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Feb. 11, 1693
* Rare Salem witch trials advertisement
* Very early and rare 17th century title
The back page has an advertisement for the book "The Second Edition of the late TRYALS of several WITCHES in New-England. Written by Cotton Mather, and Published by the Special Command of the Governour." (see)
This is the only periodical we have ever ... See More
The notorious pirate Captain Kidd is executed !
Item #642908
May 26, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 22-26, 1701
* Famous pirate Captain William Kidd
* Historic & very rare report
* Execution - hanging
The London Gazette is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today.
This issue contains on page two an exceedingly significant report--perhaps the rarest and most sought aft
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* Famous pirate Captain William Kidd
* Historic & very rare report
* Execution - hanging
The London Gazette is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today.
This issue contains on page two an exceedingly significant report--perhaps the rarest and most sought aft
Very rare variant title to celebrate the Treaty of Utrecht...
Item #624548
February 3, 1713
PAX, PAX; OR, A PACIFICK POST BOY, London, February 3, 1712/13 A very rare, variant title of the "Post-Boy" newspaper, the change in title [Peace, Peace] due to the Treaty of Utrecht just agreed upon. The Treaty of Utrecht was essentially a series of treaties involving various European countries which put an end to the War of Spanish Succession. The agreement noted in this issue wa... See More
The Treaty of Utrecht (France and Portugal)...
Item #652006
THE POST-BOY, London, May 16, 1713 * Peace of Utrecht - treaty
* War of the Spanish Succession
This issue begins with: "The TREATY of Peace Between his Most Christian Majesty and his Royal Highness of SAVOY, Concluded at Utrecht, April 11, 1713.
This was one of the treaties of Utrecht. The Treaty of Utrecht was an historic agreement among various European powers, with France bei... See More
The Treaty of Utrecht (France and Portugal)...
Item #650546
THE POST-BOY, London, a four issue lot with dates of June 4, 6, 9, & 13, 1713This four-issue set contains the entire Treaty between France and Portugal, which was conducted at Utrecht (see images for details).
Background: The Treaty of Utrecht was an historic agreement among various European powers, with France being the common party within the various agreements, concluded April 11,1713 at... See More
Nice item on Sir Christopher Wren...
Item #642857
September 8, 1716
THE POST BOY, Sept. 8, 1716
* Sir Christopher Wren replaced
* Displayable masthead
Near the top of the back page is a very significant item on the famous architect Sir Christopher Wren. The report reads: "Christopher Wren, Esq., is removed from being Clerk of his Majesty's Works, and is succeeded by John Mercer Esq., formerly belonging to Mr. How's Office, as pay-master o... See More
Convicts shipped off to America... Oglethorpe before founding Georgia...
Item #633566
March 13, 1728
THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, March 13, 1728 (1729 by today's calendar)
* Early James Oglethorpe
* Convicts to America
Near the bottom of the front page is a terrific item noting: "Also the same day nine felons convicts, eight men and one woman, were brought from Oxford City to the Oxford-Arms at Holborn Bridge, and from thence carry'd down the river and put on board a shi... See More
One of the earliest newspapers from the colonies...
Item #624659
April 3, 1735
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, April 3, 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. It began in 1719 and only published through 1749. It was the very first newspaper in all of the Middle Colonies, and only the fourth newspaper published in all of the A... See More
One of the earliest newspapers from the colonies...
Item #653154
May 15, 1735
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, Feb. 24, 1735/6
* Earliest of American newspapers
* Very early & rare
The double year reflects the two calendars in use at the time. My today's calendar the year is 1736.
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 1... See More
The much desired newspaper by John Peter Zenger...
Item #653767
July 21, 1735
THE NEW-YORK WEEKLY JOURNAL, July 21, 1735
* Earliest of American newspapers to be had
This is the very rare & early newspaper printed by John Peter Zenger who, just 8 months earlier was arrested for the critical comments he made in his newspaper about a decision made by the British Governor of New York, William Cosby. The result was a famous libel case in which Zenger was acquitte... See More
Terrific map of the "West Indies"... Hebrew customs discussed...
Item #640499
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1740
* Early and rare 18th century map
* West Indies & Southeast America
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "An Accurate Map of the WEST INDIES, Exhibiting not only all the Islands possessed by the English, French, Spaniards, & Dutch, but also all the Towns and Settleme
... See More
* Early and rare 18th century map
* West Indies & Southeast America
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "An Accurate Map of the WEST INDIES, Exhibiting not only all the Islands possessed by the English, French, Spaniards, & Dutch, but also all the Towns and Settleme
America's first successful newspaper...
Item #654263
April 17, 1740
THE BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, "New England", April 10-17, 1740
* Earliest of American newspapers to be had
This very rare title was the first successful newspaper in the colonies, having begun in 1704 and lasting until the British occupation of Boston in 1776. It was only preceded by "Public Occurrances Both Foreign and Domestick" which published just a singl... See More
Terrific & large foldout map of the "Western Ocean"... Another map from Panama...
Item #627625
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1740 Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "A New Map or Chart of the Western or Atlantic Ocean, with part of Europe, Africa, and America: Shewing the Course of the Galleons, Flota etc. to and from the West Indies." This map shows the majority of the Atlantic Ocean as well as all of England, Spai
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Terrific & large foldout map of the "Western Ocean"...
Item #638276
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1740
* Early and rare 18th century map
* Atlantic Ocean - West Indies
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "A New Map or Chart of the Western or Atlantic Ocean, with part of Europe, Africa, and America: Shewing the Course of the Galleons, Flota etc. to and from the West Indies." This
... See More
* Early and rare 18th century map
* Atlantic Ocean - West Indies
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "A New Map or Chart of the Western or Atlantic Ocean, with part of Europe, Africa, and America: Shewing the Course of the Galleons, Flota etc. to and from the West Indies." This
Annapolis newspaper from during the French & Indian War...
Item #662248
May 1, 1755
THE MARYLAND GAZETTE, Annapolis, May 1, 1755 Not only is this a "Southern" title, but also an issue from the French & Indian War.
While most of the news items are European reports, page 2 has a bit of war-related content in a letter from Pennsylvania noting: "We are like to have hot work with the French next summer, for their camp is but 250 miles from the city of Philade... See More
Early map of the Caribbean Islands...
Item #642767
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 and desirable foldout map labeled: "A Map of the CARIBBEE ISLANDS Shewing which belong to England, France, Spain, Dutch, & Danes...". This map fold... See More
Oswego during the French & Indian War, with maps...
Item #627613
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1757 Among the inside pages is a quite lengthy & detailed article titled: "An Historical Account of American Affairs during the Two last years, with a particular journal of the Siege & Surrender of Oswego" with this text taking over six pages (see photos for portions). This text also includes a report headed "Account o
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Oswego during the French & Indian War, with maps...
Item #655237
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1757 * Forts Oswego and Ontario
* French and Indian war with map
Inside has is a quite lengthy article titled: "An Historical Account of American Affairs during the Two last years, with a particular journal of the Siege & Surrender of Oswego" with this text taking over six pages. This text also includes a report headed &quo... See More
The capture of Quebec...
Item #644420
October 20, 1759
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 20, 1759
* Battle & capture of Quebec, Canada
* French and Indian War
* General James Wolfe
Page 6 has the: "Abridgment of the Placart Published by Gen. Wolfe...on His Arrival in the River St. Lawrence, 1759" containing in part: "The King justly exasperated against France, has set on foot a considerable armament by land and sea, ... See More
Rare same-day report on the death of King George II...
Item #652670
October 25, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 25, 1760
* George II of Great Britain death
* Early, same day report (rare)
Only to be had in a London newspaper is this very rare, same-day report of the death of the king. At the top of the back page is a heading: "Postscript" with news recently received, the text noting: "This morning about seven o'clock, departed this li... See More
Great map of the West Indies & America...
Item #640266
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1762 Certainly the prime feature of this early magazine is the terrific & very displayable foldout map titled: "An Accurate Map of the West Indies with the Adjacent Coast" as noted in the ornate cartouche. This map shows much of present-day Georgia & Florida to present-day Texas, with all of Central America and all of the Cari... See More
Great map of the West Indies & America...
Item #666255
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1762 * Very early Southern America map w/ West Indies
Certainly the prime feature of this early magazine is the terrific & very displayable foldout map titled: "An Accurate Map of the West Indies with the Adjacent Coast" as noted in the ornate cartouche. This map shows much of present-day Georgia & Florida to present-day... See More
Early American title from the French & Indian War...
Item #662160
May 13, 1762
THE BOSTON NEWS-LETTER AND NEW ENGLAND CHRONICLE, May 13, 1762 This is a much later issue of America's first successful newspaper, founded in 1704.
The top of the ftpg. has a nice recruiting advertisements to enlist soldiers to fight in the on-going French & Indian War: "For Recruiting His Majesty's Regular Forces In AMERICA" All Able-bodied volunteers above the age of... See More
Newspaper with the famous Ben Franklin imprint, with good content as well...
Item #642537
January 3, 1765
PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, January 3, 1765
* Most famous of newspapers
* Benjamin Franklin (rare)
This is perhaps one of the most famous newspapers of the colonial era, almost entirely because it was printed by the partnership of Franklin & Hall 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... See More
Colonists against the Stamp Act are warned of consequences.... Stamp distributor is forced to resign....
Item #601769
November 7, 1765
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 7, 1765
* The Stamp Act crisis - riots
* Sir Francis Bernard speech
The front page has a report from Boston appointing a committee to be comprised of James Otis & Sam Adams, among others, to offer thanks for "...his Majesty's...noble, generous & truly patriotic speeches...in favour of the Colonies, their rights & privileges...&... See More
Mairan's Account of China...
Repeal of the Stamp Act, in a London magazine...
Item #631225
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1766 * Repealing the Stamp Act, in a London magazine
The first article in the issue is: "A Summary of the Arguments Against Repealing the Stamp Act", which was such a divisive issue both in England and the American colonies. This article takes 2 1/2 pages and contains some interesting read (see for portions).
As an interesting res... See More
The Stamp Act is repealed...
Item #666258
April 7, 1766
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, April 7, 1766
* Repealing the Stamp Act, in a English publication
The front page has more than a full column taken up with reports headed "America" which include: "...ports are again open & vessels are admitted to enter as usual without exacting the penalty of 10 pounds as prescribed in the Stamp Act. The Distributor here has rec... See More
Ben Franklin's "A Magic Square of Squares" plate...
Item #652750
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 in Amer... See More
Creating the Mason-Dixon Line: map of America...
Item #640260
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1769 * Early America Map PA & MD
* Mason and Dixon Line creation
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the nice full page map of the Chesapeake region showing parts of Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and all of Delaware. The inset in the lower right corner reads: "A Map of that Part of America where a Degree... See More
The Boston Massacre: two great reports...
Item #642091
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1770 * The Boston Massacre
* Historic reporting
Certainly the most notable item in this issue is the report on the Boston Massacre. The entirety of page 2 is taken up with an excellent & historic report of the Boston Massacre, headed: "AMERICAN AFFAIRS" and the article prefaced with: "The following Report of the Committee... See More
Battle of Alamance... Much on the Regulators of North Carolina...
Item #651961
July 11, 1771
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, July 11, 1771
* Battle of Alamance
* War of the Regulation
* Colonial North Carolina
This newspaper features one of the larger & more decorative masthead engravings to be found in a colonial America newspaper.
A terrific issue on the trouble with the Regulators of North Carolina, as more than half of the f... See More
Great foldout map of "West Florida" from Pensacola to New Orleans...
Item #652813
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1772 * Nice map of "West Florida"
* Pensacola, Florida, to New Orleans, Louisiana
* Plate of a rare bird from the Hudson Bay
Certainly the most notable item in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of Part of WEST FLORIDA" from Pensacola to the Mouth of Iberville River, with a View to shew t... See More
Phillis Wheatley, famous "negro" slave turned poet...
Item #654917
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May 1773 Certainly the most significant item in this issue is the great article: "Some Account of Phillis, a Learned Negro Girl" which is a letter to the publisher stating: "Proposals have just been published for printing by subscription, some poems written by Phillis, a negro servant of Mr. Wheatley, of Boston, in New England, the following a... See More
Great displayable masthead... colonial America time era...
Item #646044
July 28, 1773
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, July 28, 1773
* Rare Colonial Pennsylvania title
* Great masthead for display
This newspaper from this period had one of the more beautiful & decorative of the colonial era (see).
The entire front page is taken up with "Proceedings in the House of Commons on East India Affairs". Inside has reports from Lond... See More
The Non-consumption agreements...
A rare Virginia Gazette, by a woman publisher...
Item #657157
August 25, 1774
THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, August 25, 1774
* Very rare Colonial Virginia title
* 18th century Woman publisher
This was one of three separate newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War.
Of very special note is this newspaper was: "Printed By Clementina Rind" as noted in the masthead, she being one of just a few ... See More
Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...
Item #633692
November 16, 1774
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, November 16, 1774
* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead o
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* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead o
Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...
Item #649969
November 30, 1774
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, November 30, 1774 If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead of this newspaper, shows a snake cut into various pieces, each with a
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Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...
Item #649963
December 7, 1774
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, December 7, 1774
* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption.
The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead
... See More
* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption.
The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead
Great on the Williamsburg Gunpowder Incident in a Williamsburg newspaper... John Hancock's house is attacked...
Item #655675
April 21, 1775
VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, April 21, 1775
* Very rare Colonial Virginia title
* Gunpowder Incident - Affair
This newspaper was published by Alexander Purdie, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia.
Certainly... See More
Several reports on Lexington & Concord... Gov. Dunmore on the Gunpowder Incident...
Item #656715
May 11, 1775
VIRGINIA GAZETTE OR NORFOLK INTELLIGENCER, May 11, 1775 An exceedingly rare title, the only Revolutionary War era newspaper printed in Norfolk (save for one printed on board the ship 'Dunmore' of which only a single issue is known to exist). Only three American institutions have any issues of this title. It published for just 15 months, from June, 1774 through September, 1775.
Most ... See More
The New England Restraining Act... Thanks to Patrick Henry for resolving the Gunpowder Incident...
Item #655644
May 19, 1775
VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, May 19, 1775 This newspaper was published by Alexander Purdie, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia.
A great issue with the best content found in the four page "Supplement
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Lexington & Concord... New England Restraining Act... and even more...
Item #655639
May 20, 1775
THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, May 20, 1775 This newspaper was published by Dixon & Hunter, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia.
And the content is terrific, as page 3 has a great account of the Battle
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The Revolutionary War...
Item #660596
June 20, 1775
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 20, 1775
* Rare Revolutionary War title from America
The front page is entirely taken up with a continued speech which has some references to the situation in America, with "...the military coercion of America will be impracticable...what has been the fate of your famous bills...the Boston port bill and the bill for alterin
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* Rare Revolutionary War title from America
The front page is entirely taken up with a continued speech which has some references to the situation in America, with "...the military coercion of America will be impracticable...what has been the fate of your famous bills...the Boston port bill and the bill for alterin
Battle of Bunker Hill... The Gunpowder Incident...
Item #644253
July 1, 1775
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, July 1, 1775
* Battle of Bunker Hill - Charlestown
* American Revolutionary War
* The gunpowder incident
The most significant content would be a fine account of the very historic Battle of Bunker Hill, being a letter datelined: "Watertown, June 22" and includes in part: "Before this reaches you, you will doubtless hear of the eng... See More
Two fine accounts of the Battle of Bunker Hill...
Item #656584
July 13, 1775
VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, July 13, 1775
* The Battle of Bunker Hill
* American Revolutionary War
* Very rare Colonial Virginia title
This newspaper was published by John Pinkney, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. Pinkney continued this title which previously was pub... See More
Several accounts of Bunker Hill, Washington becomes commander-in-chief, Gage's famous Proclamation. In a Virginia newspaper...
Item #655672
July 15, 1775
VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, July 15, 1775
* Battle of Bunker Hill - Siege of Boston
* George Washington becomes Commander-in-Chief
* General Thomas Gage "First Shots of War" proclamation
This newspaper was published by Dixon and Hunter, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolut... See More
Causes & Necessity For Taking Up Arms...
Item #645303
August 15, 1775
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 15, 1775
* Causes and Necessity of Taking Up Arms
* Second Continental Congress resolution
* re. American Revolutionary War
An inside page has a letter which makes reference to Ben Franklin and the American situation, including: "...but whether Mr.Burke may deserve chastisement or not should Dr. Franklin & the Americans be scourged o... See More
The New England Restraining Act---extended...
Item #661535
September 2, 1775
PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Sept. 2, 1775
* The New England Restraining Act
* Pre Revolutionary tension w/ England
* John Hancock gets married
Taking nearly one-third of the front page and most of page 2 is the extension of the very historic New England Restraining Act by Parliament. This was the King's response to the American colonies' decision to boycott Briti... See More
Gage gives up his command to Howe... The surrender of Ft. Chambly...
Item #644757
November 4, 1775
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Nov. 4, 1775
* General William Howe takes over command
Pages 1, 2, and 3 contains a series of letters to and from Governor Thomas Gage, who had recently been recalled to England, giving up his command of British forces in America to Gen. Howe. Each is signed by him in type, and one--which appears on the front page--gives a warning to
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* General William Howe takes over command
Pages 1, 2, and 3 contains a series of letters to and from Governor Thomas Gage, who had recently been recalled to England, giving up his command of British forces in America to Gen. Howe. Each is signed by him in type, and one--which appears on the front page--gives a warning to
British plan for conquering America... British soldiers complain... A price on Washington's head...
Item #662284
November 11, 1775
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Nov. 11, 1775 Most of the front page is taken up with a lengthy document concerning the Pennamite-Yankee War, an intermittent conflict between settlers from Connecticut, who claimed the land along the North Branch of the Susquehanna River in the present Wyoming Valley, and settlers from Pennsylvania, who claimed the same lands). This report carries over... See More
Capture of Ethan Allen, and so much more...
Item #654694
November 24, 1775
NEW-ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR ESSEX GAZETTE, Cambridge, Nov. 24, 1775
* Ethan Allen captured
* American Revolutionary War
The front page has a bit noting: "...letter from General Burgoyne at Boston wherein he says that 20,000 men would be a feeble reinforcement to the army there, in their present situation." Page 2 has various tidbits relating to the war, a few including: "... See More
Provincial Congress meeting...
Item #621734
December 23, 1775
PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Dec. 23, 1775 Front page report mentions the meeting of a Provincial Congress in Charlestown, South Carolina. Interesting ftpg. letter concerning a runaway slave on board a British ship. Pg. 2 has political reports from New York & Philadelphia, including mention that: "...pursue every measure which the Congress may recommend to them a
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Benedict Arnold on the Battle of Quebec... Ethan Allen in irons...
Item #634818
February 22, 1776
NEW-ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR ESSEX GAZETTE, (Cambridge), Feb. 22, 1776
* Battle of Quebec - Canada
* General Benedict Arnold report
* Ethan Allen in captivity
* American Revolutionary War
The top of the first column begins with a report from Cork that: "...there has been commotions amongst the soldiers who are to embark for America; that a great numbers of them have deserted & ... See More
Rare map of Captain Cook's voyage...
Item #644351
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1776 * Captain James Cook
* Discoveries map
This issue includes a lengthy article (3+ pages) on Captain Cook and the: "Resolution's Voyage on Discovery to the Southern Hemisphere". Accompanying this article is a rare full page map titled: "Part of the Tropical Discoveries of the Resolution Sloop, Captain Cook in 1774, Referre... See More
Great map showing North America... On taxing America without their consent...
Item #644748
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1776 The prime feature of this issue is the great map showing all of the western hemisphere titled: "A New Projection of the Western Hemisphere of the Earth on a Plane shewing the proportions of its several parts nearly as on a Globe, By J. Hardy, at Eton College." The map is dated at the bottom: "by F. Newbery, Ludgat
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George Washington on aiding the enemy...
Item #661436
May 4, 1776
PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, May 4, 1776
* Rare Revolutionary War era title
* Tory issue from Pennsylvania
* Great year to have (1776)
This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city.
Half of the front page is a letter signed by: A Settled Citizen" which r... See More
Williamsburg Convention resolves that the united colonies be independent from England...
Item #662397
June 12, 1776
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, June 12, 1776 Just a wealth of interesting content from three weeks before the Declaration of Independence.
The ftpg. has an address to the King from the London politicians, including in part: "...We humbly conceive that no people can be bound to surrender their rights and liberties as a return for protection. The Colonies have fought our battles wit... See More
Battle of the Cedars, a truce meeting with Washington, and much more...
Item #662285
July 27, 1776
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, July 27, 1776 This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city. Note that this issue is just the second published since it printed the Declaration of Independence in the July 13 issue.
Pages 2 & 3 have much content concerning the Rev... See More
'Map of the Present Seat of War in North America'...
Item #662337
August 1, 1776
"A Map of the Present Seat of War in North America" A very nice map which records show appeared in the "Westminster Magazine", London, the August, 1776 issue.
The map measures 8 by 10 inches and shows from Northern Florida to Newfoundland and west to the Missouri River. A very detailed map from during the midst of the Revolutionary War.
Bit close-trimmed at the bottom m... See More
Battle of the Cedars... Find an officer exchange for Ethan Allen...
Item #628190
August 7, 1776
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, August 7, 1776
* Battle of the Cedars
* Invasion of Quebec campaign
* John Hancock & Ethan Allen
The entire front page is taken up with an excellent account of the Battle of the Cedars in Canada which happened just a few months earlier, part of an inquiry of it by Congress which includes many "Resolves" signed in type on pg. 2 by: Joh... See More
The Battle of Long Island... Ben Franklin & John Hancock...
Item #662060
September 7, 1776
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Sept. 7, 1776 This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city.
One-third of the front page & nearly half of page 2 are taken up with An ORDINANCE for the Appointment of Justices of the Peace for the State of Pennsylvania" which is si... See More
The Battle of New York...
Item #628192
September 25, 1776
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, Sept. 25, 1776
* Battle of Long Island - Brooklyn
* George Washington vs. William Howe
* American Revolutionary War original
The front page has an item mentioning: "It is said General Lee was taken...crossing a ferry to Virginia & that Lord Dunmore, who had information of his route...sent a frigate to watch it, who took him and 30 rifle b... See More
Attempts for a peace proposal: colonies will not denounce their independence...
Item #639491
October 2, 1776
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, Oct. 2, 1776
* American Revolutionary War
* Great year to have (1776)
* Post Declaration of Independence
Most of the front page is taken up with several correspondences among Lord Drummon (with proposals for a peace treaty) and George Washington, and the Continental Congress. It begins with a letter from Drummond dated Aug. 17, 1776 beginning... See More
The Battle of Long Island, on the front page...
Item #644100
October 12, 1776
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 12, 1776
* Battle of Long Island - Brooklyn
* George Washington vs. William Howe
A terrific issue, particularly for display, as the entire front page is taken up with the report of the Battle of Long Island as reported in "The London Gazette Extraordinary" of October 10, 1776. "Extraordinary" issues were published at irregular in... See More
From the year of American independence...
Item #622119
October 15, 1776
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, October 15, 1776
* Rare Revolutionary War title from America
* Great year to have (1776)
The front page is a continuation of a dialogue concerning Pennsylvania creating a new form of government.
Page 3 has a report from Harlem which includes: "Yesterday morning about 4000 of the enemy landed at Fagg's or Frog's point, ab... See More
The capture of New York by the British.. Great map of Connecticut & Rhode Island...
Item #654247
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1776 * Capture of New York City
* Rare Connecticut & Rhode Island map
* American Revolutionary War
This issue begins with "Proceedings in the House of Commons..." which includes discussion on the Revolutionary War, including: "...Nothing could have afforded me so much satisfaction as to have been able to inform yo... See More
Great issue on the capture of New York...
Item #644228
November 5, 1776
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 5, 1776
* American Revolutionary War
* New York City captured
* General William Howe
This is a very significant issue, as the entire front page is taken up with reports on the historic capture of New York City by the British, beginning with the report from the noted: "London Gazette Extraordinary" issue of Nov. 4 which includes the... See More
Great issue on the capture of New York...
Item #662345
November 5, 1776
ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, Nov. 5, 1776 This is a very significant issue, as most of the front page is taken up with reports on the historic capture of New York City by the British, beginning with the report from the noted: "London Gazette Extraordinary" issue of Nov. 4 which includes the lengthy & detailed report from General William Howe on his success in the ca... See More
Hanging of Nathan Hale...
Item #654304
November 20, 1776
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, November 20, 1776
* Hanging of Nathan Hale - American Revolutionary War soldier & spy
* "I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country" fame
By far the most significant content is found on page 3 as it contains an exceedingly significant--albeit brief & inconspicuous--report of an event known by any student of Ame... See More
The Battle of Long Island New York with a great Revolutionary War map...
Item #666240
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE SUPPLEMENT, London, for the year 1776 * Battle of Long Island w/ map
* American Revolutionary War
* General William Howe victory
A very nice "Supplement" issue to this popular magazine from during the Revolutionary War.
This 28 page magazine features a great & lengthy account of the Battle of New York signed in type by: W. Howe which take... See More
Action concerning desertion from duty in battle...
Item #666259
March 22, 1777
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 22, 1777 The front page is taken up with some legal issues concerning the governance of Philadelphia. Page 2 has an item from the Congress of New York concerning: "...divers persons...for notorious disaffection to the liberties of America & other sufficient causes, been sent into some or one of the neighbouring states...this Convent... See More
Washington crosses the Delaware... Franklin vs. Howe...
Item #660004
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, May, 1777 The prime content is an excellent letter written & signed by G. Washington dated "Headquarters, New Town, Dec. 26, 1776" which describes his crossing of the Delaware River, reading in part: "I have the pleasure of congratulating you upon the success of an enterprize, which I had formed against a detachment of the enemy lying
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Great issue on the Battle of Ticonderoga...
Item #646900
August 27, 1777
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, August 27, 1777
* Siege of Fort Ticonderoga
* American Revolutionary War
* General John Burgoyne victory
The front page has: "...a correct & authentic distribution of the British forces under the command of Sir William Howe, from an officer of distinction just arrived from New York." with a nice accounting of the troops (see phot... See More
Surrender of Ticonderoga... Washington's Manifesto...
Item #640142
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Sept., 1777 * Siege of Fort Ticonderoga
* General George Washington
* American Revolutionary War
Over 2 1/2 pages are taken up with: "Letter from Gen. Washington to Gen. Sir William Howe" from Middlebrook, June 10, 1777, signed by him in type: Geo. Washington. This is followed by another letter from Washington to Howe, which begins: &qu... See More
General Howe proclamations in a Tory newspaper.....
Item #661835
November 19, 1777
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 19, 1777
* Revolutionary War Tory original
* Rare Pro British issue from America
* General William Howe proclamations
This was a strongly Tory newspaper published in Philadelphia when the British were in occupation. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the ... See More
Naval battle between the Americans & British... Franklin the 'old fox'...
Item #661013
January 3, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, January 3, 1778
* Revolutionary War Tory original
* Rare Pro British issue from America
This was a Tory newspaper published in Philadelphia when the British occupied the city. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the masthead features an engravin... See More
A Tory newspaper printed in occupied Philadelphia...
Item #654261
January 7, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, January 7, 1778
* Revolutionary War Tory original
* Rare Pro British issue from America
This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. Rarely found today.
All of the front page is taken up with advertiseme... See More
Battle of Bennington, and so much more...
Item #662286
January 14, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 14, 1778 This was a Tory newspaper published in Philadelphia when the British occupied the city. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.
Page 2 has a great account of the Battle of Bennington, being a near... See More
The Articles of Confederation...
Item #639486
March 11, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, March 11, 1778
* The Articles of Confederation (historic)
* American Revolutionary War
This was a strongly Tory newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia.
There are only a handful of documents in American history which can be considered cornerstones in the cre... See More
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