City Hall Park baseball... Syrian massacres...
Item #671329
October 27, 1860
THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 27, 1860
* Baseball games in New York's City Hall Park causing strife
* The Billiard Tournament at Lynch's Billiard Rooms
* Syrian Massacres
The front page has news from Europe telling of Syrian massacres. A backpage report gives details regarding a Billiards Tournament at Lynch's Billiard Rooms at Union Square (with mention of the famous match betwe... See More
Robert Goddard.... early rockets... Charles Lindbergh, Jr. ?...
Item #671326
July 10, 1930
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, July 10, 1930
* Robert H. Goddard - Early rockets - rocketry
* 1st photo of Charles Lindbergh Jr. ?
This 52 page newspaper has one column headlines on page 27 that include: "GUGGENHEIM BACKS ROCKET SKY-STUDY", "Gives Fund to Continue 17 Years of Work Done by Prof. Goddard of Clark University", "250 Miles Up Is Aim" and more (see i... See More
1865 Andrew Johnson Reconstruction...
Item #671317
December 1, 1865
NEW-YORK TRIBUNE, Dec. 1, 1865 Ftpg. has: " The Writ Of Habeas Corpus" It is Restored at the North" "The South Not Yet Granted Its Privilages" "Proclamation By The President". Proclamation is signed in type: Andrew Johnson.
Complete with 8 pages, uncut, a little light staining near dateline, nice condition.
Patrick Joseph Hayes death... Catholic Cardinal...
Item #671188
September 5, 1938
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 5, 1938
* Patrick Joseph Hayes death (First report)
* American Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church
* Archbishop of New York
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "Cardinal Hayes Dies at 70 In Sleep at Country Home" with subhead and photo. (see) Much more on pages 6 & 7 with several more photos. Lengthy text. Always nice to have notabl... See More
Sale of world's most rare postage stamp...
Item #671187
August 8, 1940
THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 8, 1940
* Sale of world's most rare & most valuable postage stamp
* British Guiana (Guyana) one cent magenta stamp
* Significant philately report : key philatelic interest
Page 22 contains a somewhat inconspicuous report of the most recent sale of the world's most valuable stamp, the one cent magenta British Guiana stamp. The report--see t... See More
1916 raid on San Ygnacio, Texas...
Item #671186
June 15, 1916
THE OMAHA DAILY NEWS, June 15, 1916
* Raid on San Ygnacio - Zapata County, Texas
* Mexican raiders vs. United States Army
* Bandit Wars - Mexican Revolution
The front page has a one column heading: "3 Troopers Killed, 6 Hurt In Mexican Fight"
Fourteen pages, light toning, some wear at the margins, partially loose loose along the spine, should be handled with care.
... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1669...
Item #671185
July 13, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 13, 1668
* Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuring 6 1/2 b... See More
Soviets take the lead in the space race...
Item #671184
April 12, 1961
THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC, April 12, 1961
* Yuri Gagarin - Vostok 1 - Soviet cosmonaut
* 1st human into outer space (1st report)
The front page accounts the Soviets taking the lead in the space race with the headline: "RUSS ORBIT, LAND FIRST SPACEMAN" with subhead on Yuri Gagarin's historic flight.
Also ftpg. content concerning the trial of Adolf Eichmann for crimes against ... See More
Clarence Thomas nominated to U.S. Supreme Court....
Item #671181
July 2, 1991
LOS ANGELES TIMES, July 2, 1991
* Clarence Thomas nominated
* U.S. United States Supreme Court
* President George H. W. Bush nomination
The top of the front page has a headline announcing: "A Conservative Black Picked for High Court" with subheads and photo of Thomas with the president. More reporting inside. Nice to have from one of the most Liberal cities in America.
Complete ... See More
Edison at the Philadelphia Electrical Exhibition...
Item #671169
October 18, 1884
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, October 18, 1884
* Inventor Thomas Edison
* Electrical exhibition
See the photo for the very nice front page article with one of two illustrations, captioned: "The Edison Electrical Darky" being an electrical lantern worn by an African-American handing out pamphlets at the Edison exhibit at the Exhibition. The other print is captioned: "... See More
Death of "Platinum Blonde" film star Jean Harlow...
Item #671168
June 8, 1937
THE NEWS AND OBSERVER, Raleigh, June 8, 1937
* Actress Jean Harlow death (1st report)
* 1930's sex symbol - Blonde bombshell
The front page is a two column heading announcing: "Career of Jean Harlow Closed by Grim Reaper" with subhead and photo. (see) First report coverage on the death of the famous Hollywood "Platinum Blonde" actress.
Complete in 16 pages, li... See More
From this exclusive Long Island community... Sag Harbor destroyed by fire...
Item #671159
March 3, 1877
THE CORRECTOR, Sag Harbor, Long Island, New York, March 3, 1877
* Rare high class community title
* Fire disaster w/ related map
An uncommon title from this once-famous whaling town near the eastern end of Long Island, now more famous as a playground for the rich & famous who frequent the neighboring Hamptons.
The features a detailed report headed: "EXTENSIVE... See More
Marilyn Monroe has miscarriage in 1958...
Item #671154
December 18, 1958
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Dec. 18, 1958
* Marilyn Monroe has miscarriage - loses baby
* Actress, singer, model and sex symbol
The front page has a one column heading: "Marilyn Loses 2nd Baby" with photo. (see)
Complete with 44 pages, small binding holes along the spine, small library stamp within masthead, nice condition.... See More
1958 Atlas 10B launching...
Item #671153
December 19, 1958
THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC, Phoenix, December 19, 1958
* Atlas missile launching
* 1st voice relay satellite
* 1st object visible w/ naked eye
The front page has a nice banner headline: "U.S. ATLAS IN ORBIT; BIGGEST SATELLITE YET" with subheads and folur related photos. Nice for display.
Complete with 48 pages, small binding holes along the spine/2st column, nice condition.
wikiped... See More
Jewish artist Marc Chagall death...
Item #671152
March 29, 1985
LOS ANGELES TIMES, March 29, 1985
* Marc Chagall death (1st report)
* Belarusian Jewish artist - paintings
Near the bottom of the front page has a three column heading: "Chagall, Artist of Joy and Suffering, Dies" with photo of Chagall and one of his works. First report coverage continues on page 3 with another one of his works.
Complete 1st section with all 36 pages, nice condit... See More
By the famed Isaiah Thomas in 1795...
Item #671151
August 24, 1796
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Worcester, Massachusetts, Aug. 24, 1796
* 18th century American publication
Published by Isaiah Thomas, perhaps the most famous printer of the 18th century, and whose collection became the foundation of the American Antiquarian Society. Handsome masthead makes this a displayable newspaper.
Four pages, tiny hole goes through both lea... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...
Item #671150
July 10, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 10, 1701
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complet... See More
Dallas newspaper on the shooting of Oswald...
Item #671149
November 25, 1963
THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS, Dallas, Texas, November 25, 1963
* Best Lee Harvey Oswald assassination issue to be had
* Post JFK John F. Kennedy murder
* Jack Ruby
Terrific and most unusual issue, as the entire front page--save for the banner headline: "Night Club Man Kills Oswald -- John F. Kennedy's Body Borne to Capitol" is taken up with a huge photo showing Jack
... See More
* Best Lee Harvey Oswald assassination issue to be had
* Post JFK John F. Kennedy murder
* Jack Ruby
Terrific and most unusual issue, as the entire front page--save for the banner headline: "Night Club Man Kills Oswald -- John F. Kennedy's Body Borne to Capitol" is taken up with a huge photo showing Jack
Kennedy assassination report in a Dallas newspaper...
Item #671148
November 23, 1963
THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS, Nov. 23, 1963
* From the city where it happened
A quite rare & extremely desirable newspaper with a first report on John F. Kennedy's assassination, from the city where it happened.
The two line bold banner headline proclaims: "KENNEDY SLAIN ON DALLAS STREET" with subhead: "Johnson Becomes President", plus a rather large photo of &q... See More
1871 United States expedition to Korea...
Item #671147
August 22, 1871
NEW YORK HERALD, Aug. 22, 1871
* United States expedition to Korea
* 1st American military action there
Page 3 has a large map headed: "THE WAR IN THE COREA, The Scene of Operations of Our Asiatic Squadron on the 10th and 11th of Hune, 1871, on the Salee River" One column headings include: "THE COREA" "Full Account of Our Naval and Military Operations" "A ... See More
T. E. Lawrence returns to England....
Item #671146
February 3, 1929
THE NEW YORK TIMES, February 3, 1929
* T. E. Lawrence returns to England
* World War I - Arab Revolt & more fame
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "Lawrence of Arabia Hides in London; Flees Reporters on Arriving From India" (see) Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication.
Other news of the day. Complete 1st secti... See More
1938 Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral...
Item #671139
November 1, 1938
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH, November 1, 1938
* Seabiscuit vs. War Admiral (day of)
* Thoroughbred horse racing
* Famous 'Match of the Century'
The top of the front page of the sport's section has a nice headline: "SEABISCUIT 5-3 UNDERDOG TODAY!" with a great photo showing Seabiscuit in action. (see) Also subheads and a smaller photo of jockey George Woolf. (see) Coverage... See More
Johnny Vander-Meer two no hit games in row....
Item #671137
June 16, 1938
THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, Boston, June 16, 1938.
* Johnny Vander-Meer two no hit games in row
* Cincinnati Reds MLB baseball
* Baseball history is made - 1st report
The sport's section (page 10) has a six column headline: "Second Not-Hit, No-Run Game for Cincinnati Left-Hander" with subhead and photo of Vander-Meer. (see)
Complete with all 14 pages, nice condition.... See More
Joe Dimaggio nears the end of his hitting streak...
Item #671131
July 16, 1941
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, July 16, 1941
* Joe DiMaggio's hitting streak nears the end
* New York Yankees - Major league baseball
* From his hometown publication (rare as such)
The top of the front page of the sports section (page 17) has a heading: "Still Going; DI MAG SINGLES AND DOUBLES" with the #"55!" with a black border and related photo. (see) The top of 2 of ... See More
Lou Gehrig begins his career as a Yankee...
Item #671130
June 12, 1923
CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, June 12, 1923
* Very early Lou Gehrig
* Photo as a college pitcher
* Signs w/ New York Yankees
For any collector of baseball history, a report of the beginning of a future star's career always figures high on the "most wanted" list. Here is one.
The top of page 17 has a one column photo showing a young Gehrig in his Columbia uniform and posing as... See More
By the famed Isaiah Thomas in 1795...
Item #671129
April 8, 1795
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Worcester, Massachusetts, April 8, 1795
* 18th century American publication
Published by Isaiah Thomas, perhaps the most famous printer of the 18th century, and whose collection became the foundation of the American Antiquarian Society. Handsome masthead makes this a displayable newspaper.
Four pages, very minor wear, generally very... See More
1920'S Ku Klux Klan reports...
Item #671128
November 22, 1922
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 22, 1922
* Ku Klux Klan - KKK
* White supremacist hate group
* White supremacy - nationalist
Page 23 has 3 separate reports concerning the Ku Klux Klan during the roaring twenties. Among the headings include: "WALSH SAYS KLAN THREATENS PARTIES" "SUIT FILED TO OUST KLAN FROM KANSAS" and "Harvard's Klan Scare Considered A Joke"... See More
3 issues from the 17th century....
Item #671126
August 10, 1699
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 8, 1674, July 28, 1687 & Aug. 10, 1699
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* 3 issues from the last 3 decades of the 17th century
This publication is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And these are very early, genuine issues... See More
Popular for the colorful political cartoons...
Item #671125
April 5, 1893
PUCK, New York, April 5, 1893
* Color political prints - cartoons
Puck was America's first successful humor magazine of colorful cartoon caricatures and political satire, publishing from 1871 until 1918. It was also the first to successfully adopt full color lithography printing for a weekly publication. The color prints are much desired for their displayability. This issue has as ... See More
Spanish-American War begins...
Item #671123
July 2, 1898
NEW YORK JOURNAL, July 2, 1898
* Spanish-American War
* Havana, Cuba harbor
The front page has banner headline and text beginning with: "FIERCE BATTLE ALL DAY BY LAND AND SEA" Much more on the following pages with graphic illustrations.
First section only with pages 1-8, some wear with damage at the central fold causing some text loss, still nice for display as such.
... See More
The dirigible Hindenburg explodes... The very famous photograph...
Item #671122
May 7, 1937
INCOMPLETE ISSUE of the Los Angeles Evening Herald and Express, May 7, 1937
* Hindenburg airship disaster PHOTOs
* Lakehurst NJ New Jersey
Present here are pages 3-6 and 11-14 only with page 3 has two photo of the burnt skeleton of the famous airship. The following pages have some reporting with a full page pictorial on page 12 which show the infamous explosion. (see)
Incomplete issu... See More
1st air raid on Berlin during WWII...
Item #671121
June 8, 1940
HERALD EXPRESS, Los Angeles, 5th WAR EXTRA, June 8, 1940
* 1st allied bombing of Berlin, Germany
* French bomber raids German capital
* World War II - WWII original
The front page has a nice banner headline above the masthead: "ALLIES BOMB BERLIN" with subhead. (see) Nice for display. Another WWII related banner headline also.
Complete with all 30 pages, light toning and minor ... See More
Adolph Hitler assassination attempt in 1944...
Item #671120
July 26, 1944
THE NEW YORK TIMES, July 26, 1944.
* Adolph Hitler giving out power
* Post Operation Valkyrie
The top of the front page has a six column headline: "NAZI LEADERS TIGHTEN GRIP ON HOME FRONT" with subheads that include: "DECREE BY HITLER" "Goebbels Gets the Task of Finding Manpower for Final Stand" and more. (see) Coverage continues inside with related photo.
Ot... See More
18th century runaway slave ad...
Item #671119
May 23, 1795
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 23, 1795
* Rare 18th century American title
* Runaway Slave advertisement
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements including one on the back page for a... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #671118
December 5, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 5, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (3) Slaves advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 16 illustrated ship ads and 1 runaway slave ad. The back page has 2 slaves for sale advertisements.
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages, a little foxing, nice condition.... See More
Douglas MacArthur lands in Japan....
Item #671117
August 30, 1945
THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 30, 1945
* U.S. occupation of Japan begins
* General Douglas MacArthur takes over
* USS Missouri (Big Mo) in Tokyo Bay
The front page has a nice banner headline: "M'ARTHUR IN JAPAN; YOKOSUKA IS TAKEN; ARMY, NAVY REPORT ON PEARL HARBOR; MARSHALL, HULL AND STARK CENSURED" with many subheads and related photo. (see) First report coverage on the initial... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...
Item #671115
July 31, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 31, 1701
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complet... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1697...
Item #671102
January 6, 1697
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 6, 1697
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measurin... See More
Hillside Strangler murders in Los Angeles...
Item #671101
December 1, 1977
LOS ANGELES TIMES, December 1, 1977
* Hillside Strangler serial killings
* Best title to be had ? (rare as such)
The front page has a nice banner headline: "10 Murders Believed Linked" with subhead: "More Officers Will Probe Strangling of 13 Women" (see) Nice for display. Another related article on page 3. Great to have in this L.A. publication.
Complete 1st section onl... See More
Franklin D. Roosevelt's state-of-the-union address...
Item #671100
January 4, 1938
NEW YORK TIMES, Jan. 4, 1938
* President Franklin D. Roosevelt
* FDR State of the Union Address
This issue contains Roosevelt's state-of-the-union address with a front page headline: "Roosevelt Asks Capital and Labor To Cooperate in National Recovery; Denounces Abuses by Small Groups" and various subheads. The full text of the speech is found on pages 16 & 17 and whi... See More
Robert Wadlow... Alton, Illinois giant...
Item #671093
April 7, 1937
THE NEW YORK TIMES, April 7, 1937
* Robert Pershing Wadlow
* Alton, Illinois Giant
* Tallest man ever in the World
The top of page 29 has a one column heading: "CIRCUS GIANT BUSY ON FIRST DAY HERE" with subheads and photo. (see)
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete with all 52 pages, rag edition in nice condition.... See More
1916 Virginia City, Nevada gold mine fire...
Item #671086
May 24, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, May 24, 1916
* Yellow Jacket Mine fire disaster
* Gold Hill, Comstock Lode fame
* Virginia City, Nevada
The front page has a nice banner headline: "4 PERISH AS FIRE SWEEPS MINE" with subhead: "75 LIVES IN PERIL; FLAMES ENDANGER BONANZA PROPERTY" (see) Nice for display. Some consider this to be the greatest and lengthiest battle in World hist... See More
1874 James Fisk, Jr. statue dedication...
Item #671079
May 31, 1874
THE NEW YORK HERALD, May 31, 1874
* James Fisk, Jr. statue dedication - unveiling
* Brattleboro, Vermont - Prospect Hill Cemetery
The top of page 10 has one column headings that inlcude: "JAMES FISK, JR." "Dedication of the Monument at Brattleboro" and more. (see) Text takes almost a full column.
Other news of the day. Complete with 16 pages, nice condition.... See More
1st colored cadet at West Point...
Item #671078
July 7, 1870
THE NEW YORK HERALD, July 7, 1870
* James Webster Smith's mistreatment
* 1st African American appointed to cadetship
* West Point - United States Military Academy
Page 8 has a letter from James Webster Smith headed: "The Colored Cadet" "Hardships of the Hartford Darky at West Point--His Letter Home--A Pretty Hard Case" This letter is signed in type: J. W. Smith. He... See More
1919 Boston Police Strike begins...
Item #671077
September 11, 1919
THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 11, 1919
* Boston Police Strike & riots
* Trade union & wage improvements
* Lawlessness infiltrates the city
The top of the front page has a nice banner headline: "TROOPS USE MACHINE GUN ON BOSTON MOB; 5,000 GUARDING CITY AS RIOTS CONTINUE; CITY ACCLAIMS PARADE OF FIGHTING FIRST" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Coverage on the Boston P... See More
Autherine Lucy becomes 1st black student to enroll at the University of Alabama...
Item #671076
February 6, 1956
DAILY WORKER, New York, February 9, 1956
* University of Alabama breaks the color barrier
* Autherine Lucy becoming 1st black student to enroll
The front page has a nice headline "World Backs Negro Coed, But Ike Just Waits" Also a one column heading: "Alabama U. Editor His Shameful Riot" and photo of Lucy. (see) Coverage on the demonstrations at the University of Alabama... See More
1916 Battle of Verdun, France...
Item #671075
May 22, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, May 22, 1916
* Battle of Verdun, France
* World War I - WWI
* German vs. French armies
* Great headline for display
The front page has a very nice banner headline: "TERRIFIC BATTLE AT VERDUN" with subhead. (see) Some consider this to be the greatest and lengthiest battle in World history. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from t... See More
Jerry Reuss throws no-hitter in a L.A. paper....
Item #671074
June 28, 1980
LOS ANGELES TIMES, June 28, 1980
* Jerry Reuss pitches no-hitter
* Los Angeles Dodgers baseball
* Best title to be had ? - rare
The top of the front page of the sport's section has a nice banner headline: "Reuss Rolls and the Giants Come Up With a Big Zero" with subhead: "Error Deprives Dodger Pitcher of a Perfect Game in 8-0 Win" and two photos of Reuss. (see) Box ... See More
1865 Abraham Lincoln murder trial...
Item #671073
June 20, 1865
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, June 20, 1865.
* re. Abraham Lincoln assassination
* Trial of the assassins - conspirators
This issue is loaded with advertisements and post Civil War reports throughout from the day it was first reported which includes the following one column headings: "THE ASSASSINATION" "THE TRIAL ON MONDAY" "ARGUMENT OF REVERDY JOHNSON" "MR. ST... See More
1865 Abraham Lincoln murder trial...
Item #671072
June 24, 1865
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, June 24, 1865.
* re. Abraham Lincoln assassination
* Trial of the conspirators - assassins
* Galveston, Texas surrenders
This issue is loaded with advertisements and post Civil War reports throughout from the day it was first reported which includes the following one column headings: "THE ASSASSINATION" "THE TRIAL ON FRIDAY" "THE REBELS IN ... See More
Washington crew breaks Olympic record in 1936....
Item #671071
August 13, 1936
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, August 13, 1936
* University of Washington Huskies
* Breaks Olympic record in rowing
* Famous upset vs. Nazi Germany fame
The top of the front page of the sport's section (page 21) has a nice headline: "DON HUME STROKES HUSKIES TO RECORD" with subheads. (see) This crew would win the gold medal by upsetting the Nazi crew just 2 days later.
Complete wi... See More
1972 missing in Alaska airplane flight mystery...
Item #671060
October 18, 1972
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Oct. 18, 1972
* "Missing in Alaska" airplane disappearance
* Hale Boggs & Nick Begich goes missing
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "Hale Bogg's Plane Hunted Along South Alaska Coast" with subhead and photo of Boggs. Coverage continues on page 30 with another photo. (see)
Complete with 80 pages, light crease on the front pa... See More
FBI raid on Church of Scientology in 1977....
Item #671055
July 8, 1977
LOS ANGELES TIMES, July 8, 1977
* Church of Scientology - cult
* Founder L. Ron Hubbard
* Operation Snow White - FBI raid
The front page has a nice banner headline: "Scientology Offices Raided" with subhead: "FBI Seeks Stolen U.S. Documents" and related photo. (see) Great to have from the city where this happened. Very rare as such.
Complete 1st section only with all 2... See More
A rare California title about which nothing can be found...
Item #671048
May 5, 1921
SHERMAN NEWS, California, May 5, 1921
* Very rare publication
* Mystery to it's origin
Apparently a quite rare newspaper as we can find nothing about it, or that it even existed.
This is the vol. 1, no. 2 issue and this title is not recorded in either the Union List of Serials, or Gregory's Union List of American Newspapers. Searching out a few advertisements show this is now... See More
John Wayne Gacy executed... serial killer clown...
Item #671039
May 10, 1994
LOS ANGELES TIMES, May 10, 1994
* John Wayne Gacy
* Serial "killer clown"
* Joel Rifkin guilty
The top of page 12 has a one column heading: "Gacy Executed in Illinois for Murders of 33" with subhead. First report coverage on the execution of American serial killer, John Wayne Gacy. (see)
Also of interest is a one column heading on page 11: "Admitted Killed Guilty ... See More
Ayatollah Khomeini becomes leader in Iran...
Item #671023
February 12, 1979
LOS ANGELES TIMES, February 12, 1979
* Ruhollah - Ayatollah Khomeini
* Becomes Leader of the Revolution
* Iranian Shia Islam religious leader
The front page has a nice banner headline: "Khomaini Calls for Order; 3 Generals Slain" with subhead and more. (see) Nice for display.
Complete 1st section only with all 30 pages, minor spine wear, nice condition.... See More
Battle of Kasserine Pass... Tunisia Campaign...
Item #671022
February 26, 1943
THE NEW YORK TIMES, February 26, 1943
* Battle of Kasserine Pass - Tunisia Campaign - Africa
* 1st major battle between American & German forces
The top of the front page has a nice banner headline: "POUND ROMMEL REAR GUARD" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Related map is on the back page. First report coverage on the Battle of Kasserine Pass during the Tunisia Campaign.... See More
From the "heyday" of Asbury Park, New Jersey...
Item #671021
July 27, 1888
THE DAILY PRESS, Asbury Park & Ocean Grove, New Jersey, July 27, 1888
* From this tourist mecca of the 19th century
An interesting newspaper from these once-famous vacation meccas on the Jersey coast, containing various news of the day with an emphasis on tourism-related items. Page 2 has: "History of Asbury Park" taking ov
... See More
* From this tourist mecca of the 19th century
* Famous hotels in illustrated ads
An interesting newspaper from these once-famous vacation meccas on the Jersey coast, containing various news of the day with an emphasis on tourism-related items. Page 2 has: "History of Asbury Park" taking ov
United States at war againt Axis....
Item #671019
December 17, 1941
HONOLULU STAR-BULLETIN, December 17, 1941
* United States at war in Pacific
* Post Pearl Harbor attack
* America enters World War II
The front page has a banner headline: "HONGKONG DOWNS 45 PLANES" with subheads. (see) Great to have in this Honolulu publication just 10 days after the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor. Very rare as such.
Fourteen pages, minor wear, generally... See More
Liner SS Morro Castle fire...
Item #671018
September 11, 1934
NEW YORK TIMES, September 11, 1934
* Liner SS Morro Castle fire disaster
The top of the front page has a four column headline: "MORRO CASTLE FIRE WAS INCENDIARY, SHIP OFFICERS TESTIFY AT INQUIRY; LINE PUTS DEAD AT 87, MISSING AT 50" with several subheads. (see) More on the following pages with a few related photos and a updated list of the dead and missing.
Other news,... See More
1917 East St. Louis race riots...
Item #671017
July 2, 1917
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, July 2, 1917
* East St. Louis, Missouri race riots
* Negroes - lynch mobs
The front page has a banner headline: "Race Riots Renewed Today In East St. Louis" with subhead. Coverage on the East St. Louis race riot which was considered one the worst in U.S. history.
Complete with 14 pages, loose with some wear along the spine, small library label just abo... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #671015
September 13, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Sept. 13, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (5) Slaves advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 14 illustrated ship ads and 1 runaway slave ad. Three more slave ads are on page 3. And one more on the back page. (see)
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages, a little foxing, nice condition.... See More
Two of the best Kennedy assassination issues to be had...
Item #670987
November 23, 1963
Here is a terrific pair of issues on the assassination of John F. Kennedy from the city where it happened. Both issues are THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS from Texas.
Note: While we do offer each of these issues as stand-alone items, purchasing them as a set will enable you to take advantage of a discounted price.
You get the November 23, 1963 edition which is a quite rare & extremely desirable ne... See More
Chicago Race Riot... Red Summer...
Item #670983
July 31, 1919
THE NEW YORK TIMES, July 31, 1919
* Chicago race riot
* Red Summer of 1919
The front page has a nice banner headline: "6,000 TROOPS CALLED OUT IN CHICAGO TO CHECK NEW RIOTS; NEGROES FIRE AT SOLDIERS, ATTACK PASSING TRAINS; FOUR MORE LEAGUE OPPONENTS SEE WILSON ON CHANGES" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Coverage on the Chicago Race Riot of 1919.
Other news, sports and adve... See More
1898 Oakman, Alabama...
Item #670981
July 7, 1898
THE OAKMAN NEWS, Alabama, July 7, 1898
* Battle of Santiago de Cuba (1st report)
* Uncommon publication
This 4 page issue has news of the day, literary content and advertisements.
Complete, light toning, minor margin wear, otherwise good. Should be handled with care.
1780 Revolutionary War Era
Item #670980
May 17, 1781
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, May 17, 1781
* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century
* From The Enemy
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* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century
* From The Enemy
Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.
This is a complete, 8 page newspaper and a very
This is a complete, 8 page newspaper and a very
Seabiscuit wins in record time....
Item #670979
April 17, 1938
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, sport's section only, April 17, 1938
* Seabiscuit - thoroughbred racehorse
* Bay Meadows Breeders' Cup Handicap
* Horse race - horse racing
The top of the front page of this sport's section only has a headline: "30,000 WATCH SEABISCUIT WIN" The top of page 3 of this section has another headline: "SEABISCUIT SMASHES RECORD AT MEADOWS"... See More
1767 original newspaper...
Item #670974
December 24, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 24, 1767 This is a great example of this famous and very successful newspaper from during the troubling years just before the American Revolution, when the relationship between England and the American colonies was growing more and more strained. Virtually all of the content is European in nature, but this issue presents a nice example of the political... See More
Much concerning the Sioux Indians...
Item #670957
August 28, 1876
THE CLEVELAND LEADER, Aug. 28, 1876
* Post Custer massacre
The front has one column heads: "The Sioux War" "Practical Failure and Close of the Campaign" "The Indians Divide, One Band Moving North and the Other South" and more. (see)
Complete with 8 pages, minor spine wear, nice condition.... See More
Empire State Building Opens in 1931...
Item #670956
May 1, 1931
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Mass., May 1, 1931.
* Empire State Building opens
* World's tallest building at the time
* Early, same day first report
The top, middle of the front page has a two column heading: "Empire State Building, World's Tallest Structure, Dedicated, Opened Today". (see)
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 22 pages, light to
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* Empire State Building opens
* World's tallest building at the time
* Early, same day first report
The top, middle of the front page has a two column heading: "Empire State Building, World's Tallest Structure, Dedicated, Opened Today". (see)
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 22 pages, light to
1921 Pueblo, Colorado flood disaster...
Item #670954
June 4, 1921
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Mass., June 4, 1921
* Pueblo, Colorado flood disaster
The top of the front page has a nice headline: "HUNDREDS REPORTED DEAD IN GREAT FLOODS IN COLORADO" with subheads. (see) First report coverage on the great flood of Pueblo, Colorado.
Complete with all 12 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition.... See More
Murder of Hannah and John E. Peck verdict...
Item #670953
May 27, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Calif. May 27, 1916
* Murder of Hannah and John E. Peck
* Dr. Arthur Warren Waite guilty verdict
* Murder of Hannah and John E. Peck
* Dr. Arthur Warren Waite guilty verdict
The front page has a nice banner headline: "FIND WAITE GUILTY" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile fr
Greek genocide... Christians massacred...
Item #670951
June 3, 1921
FITCHBURG DAILY SENTINEL, Mass. June 3, 1921
* Greek genocide - Greece
* Massacre of Christians
* Armenians & more
The top of the front page has a four column headline: "U. S. DESTROYER RUSHED TO PROTECT AMERICANS' LIVES" with subhead. (see)
Complete with 20 pages, light browning at the margins, generally nice.... See More
Count Wolf Von Helldorf... Negro lynching...
Item #670950
July 20, 1935
THE NEW YORK TIMES, July 20, 1935
* Wolf-Heinrich Graf von Helldorf
* New Anti-Semite chief in Berlin, Germany
* Reuben Stacey Negro lynching
* Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The front page has a two column headline: "NEW ANTI-SEMITE NAMED CHIEF TO 'PURGE' BERLIN OF JEWS AND COMMUNISTS" with subheads. (see) Coverage continues on page 4 with photo.
The... See More
1911 Lynching of King Johnson...
Item #670949
December 25, 1911
THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Dec, 25, 1911
* Lynching of King Johnson
* Brooklyn, Maryland
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "NEGRO SLAIN BY MOB IN BARBAROUS MANNER" with subheads. (see) This is a early, same day report. According to wikipedia, this reporting got the last name wrong "Davis" and the manner of his lynching is different as well. Surpr... See More
1911 Cross Mountain Mine Disaster...
Item #670948
December 9, 1911
THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Dec, 9, 1911
* Cross Mountain Mine Disaster
* Briceville, Tennessee coal mine explosion
The front page has a nice banner headline: "SCORES OF MINERS ENTOMBED BY EXPLOSION" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragi... See More
Calbraith Perry Rodgers' transcontinental flight...
Item #670947
December 5, 1911
THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Dec, 5, 1911
* Los Angeles Times bombing
* James & John McNamara
The front page has a nice banner headline: "M'NAMARA BROTHERS ARE SENTENCED" with subheads. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper.
Complete wit... See More
The 1929 Rose Bowl... Riegels runs the wrong way...
Item #670946
January 2, 1929
QUINCY EVENING NEWS, Mass., January 2, 1929
* Rose Bowl college football game
* California vs. Georgia Tech
* Roy 'Wrong Way' Riegels
The sport's section (page 6) has a one column heading: "Prize 'Boner' Gives Georgia Tech Victory" with subhead. (see)
Fourteen pages, loose with some damage along the spine with unrelated text loss, a little other margin wear.
... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1694...
Item #670945
February 4, 1694
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 4, 1694
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measurin... See More
Baseball game made famous by Currier and Ives...
Item #670944
August 4, 1865
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Aug. 4, 1865
* Famous Currier and Ives baseball game
* Post Civil War reconstruction
On the back page has a brief report with box scores under the small headings: "Base Ball" "Championship Match--Atlantic vs. Mutual". (see)
This is a report of the very game which was the subject of a famous Currier and Ives print titled: "The American Nation... See More
SS Viking sealing ship explosion disaster....
Item #670943
March 18, 1931
THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 18, 1931
* SS Viking sealing ship explosion disaster
* Film producer Varick Frissell
The top of the front page has a two column headline: "24 MISSING FROM THE VIKING; SARGENT, INJURED, IS SAVED; RESCUE BOATS REACH ISLAND" with subheads. (see) Coverage on the SS Viking disaster near Horse Islands off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada. Always nice to have ... See More
1942 Doolittle raid of Japan....
Item #670942
April 18, 1942
LOS ANGELES TIMES, April 18, 1942
* The famous Doolittle raid of Japan (early 1st report)
* U.S. Army Air Force B-25B Mitchell bombers
* USS Hornet aircraft carrier
The front page has a nice banner headline in bold lettering: "TOKYO BOMBED" with subheads. (see) This was the famous Doolittle raid on Japan. It was not known at the time that James "Jimmy" Doolittle was inv... See More
Babe Ruth hits 500th home run...
Item #670941
August 12, 1929
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Mass., August 12, 1929
* Babe Ruth's 500th home run
* New York Yankees
* MLB baseball
Near the top of page 5 has a two column heading: "RUTH GETS HIS 500th HOMER" First report coverage on the 500th home run milestone by Yankee great, Babe Ruth.
Complete with all 16 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, generally in good condition.... See More
Filled with military content in 1903...
Item #670939
January 21, 1905
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, Jan. 21, 1905
* Colt New Service
* 45 revolver ad
* Military Newspaper* 45 revolver ad
This 28 page issue is filled with military content and has a nice front cover with various advertisements including one for: "Colt's 'New Service' Revolver, Calibre 45." with a print.
Never bound nor trimmed, very nice condition.... See More
1916 Charles Evans Hughes nomination...
Item #670938
June 10, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Calif. June 10, 1916
* Charles Evans Hughes Republican nomination
* Theodore Teddy Roosevelt Bull Moose nominee
* Charles Evans Hughes Republican nomination
* Theodore Teddy Roosevelt Bull Moose nominee
The front page has a great banner headline in bold lettering: "HUGHES AND FAIRBANKS" with another banner heading: "ROOSEVELT NOMINATED BY PROGRESSIVE DELEGATES" with subheads and photo of Hughes. Great for display. Surpr
re. Irish Easter Rising.... Roger Casement...
Item #670937
May 17, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Calif. May 17, 1916
* re. Irish Easter Rising - Dublin Ireland
* Sir Roger Casement indicted for treason
* re. Irish Easter Rising - Dublin Ireland
* Sir Roger Casement indicted for treason
The front page has a six column heading: "Sir Roger Casement Committed For High Treason" with subhead. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not tot
1916 Pancho Villa Expedition...
Item #670936
May 16, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, May 16, 1916
* Pancho Villa Expedition - Mexico Revolution
* Post attack on Columbus, New Mexico
* United States Army operation
The front page has a six column headline: "VILLA RECRUITING NEW ARMY" with subhead. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally f... See More
HMS Hampshire sinking... Lord Kitchener...
Item #670935
May 31, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, May 31, 1916
* Field Marshall Herbert Kitchener
* HMS Hampshire hits mine & sinks
The front page has a nice banner headline in red lettering: "KITCHENER AND STAFF DROWN" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile ... See More
1916 Theodore Roosevelt assassination attempt...
Item #670934
May 31, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, May 31, 1916
* John D. Rockefeller
* William Kissam Vanderbilt
Here is a somewhat bizarre report of a man throwing rocks through the windows of the home of William K. Vanderbilt. He thought the house belonged to John D. Roosevelt. The front page has a nice banner headline: "SEEK TO KILL ROCKEFELLER" with subhead. (see) Nice for display. Surprisin... See More
1916 Theodore Roosevelt assassination attempt...
Item #670933
May 30, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, May 30, 1916
* President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt
* Assassination attempt with a knife throw
* Lesser known event (early, same day report)
The front page has a nice banner headline: "ATTEMPTS TO ASSASSINATE ROOSEVELT" with subhead. (see) Nice for display. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp&quo... See More
Calbraith Perry Rodgers' transcontinental flight...
Item #670922
November 6, 1911
THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Nov. 6, 1911
*Aviator Calbraith Perry Rodgers
* 1st Transcontinental airplane flight ends
The front page has a nice banner headline: "ALEXANDER RUNS SECOND TO HARRIMAN" with subhead. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper.
C... See More
Socialist wins primary for Mayor in 1911...
Item #670921
November 1, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Nov. 1, 1911
* Job Harriman wins primary
* Mayor of Los Angeles
* Socialist Party of America
The front page has a nice banner headline: "ALEXANDER RUNS SECOND TO HARRIMAN" with subheads. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in p... See More
Charles Wilkes' Antarctica revisited in 1874... ...
Item #670918
June 8, 1874
NEW YORK HERALD, June 8, 1874
* American explorer Charles Wilkes
* Exploration of Antarctica revisited w/ map
The top half of page 3 has a map headed: "THE ANTARCTIC REGION" One column headings include: "WILKES' CONTINENT" "The Antarctic Land of the American Explorer Evaporated" and more.
Other news of the day. Complete in 12 pages, nice condition.... See More
1911 transcontinental airmail flight planning....
Item #670917
October 3, 1911
THE EVENING TRIBUNE, October 3, 1911
* Pilot Earle Lewis Ovington planning
* 1st transcontinental airmail airplane flight
The top of the front page has a three column headline: "Plans to Transport Mail Across The Continent in An Aeroplane" with subheads and related pictorial. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find ... See More
1911 Harvard-Yale football game... scoreless tie...
Item #670916
November 25, 1911
THE EVENING TRIBUNE, November 25, 1911
* Harvard Crimson vs. Yale Bulldogs
* Ivy League - NCAA college football
* Somewhat famous scoreless tie
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "YALE ELEVEN IS HELD TO TIE SCORE BY HARVARD" with subheads and lineups. A early, same day report here. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "woo... See More
Civil War map of Kentucky...
Item #670914
January 29, 1862
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Jan. 29, 1862
* Battle of Mill Springs - Kentucky
The entire front page is taken up with ads. The back page contains various Civil War news and has a battle map headed: "Map Of The Battle-Field and Surroundings" showing the area around Somerset & Mill Spring, Kentucky.
Among the column heads are: "The Battle at Mill Spring" "Additional Re... See More
1911 Chinese Revolution...
Item #670913
October 18, 1911
THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Oct. 18, 1911
* 1911 Chinese Xinhai Revolution
* Chinese Revolutionary Alliance
* China's Imperial dynasty overthrow
The top of the front page has a nice headline: "CHINESE TROOPS AND REBELS BATTLE FIERCELY FOR HOURS" with subheads and related pictorial. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" er... See More
1911 Vanderbilt Cup auto racing race...
Item #670912
November 27, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Nov. 27, 1911
* Vanderbilt Cup - automobile racing
* First major car race trophy in America
* American racecar driver Ralph Mulford
The front page has a great banner headline: "MULFORD WINS CLASSIC VANDERBILT RACE" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to ... See More
1911 electric chair execution in Virginia...
Item #670911
November 24, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Nov. 24, 1911
* Henry Clay Beattie Jr. executed
* Electric chair execution in Richmond
The front page has a nice banner headline: "BEATTIE CONFESSES TO KILLING HIS WIFE" with subheads and pictorial. (see) Nice for display. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally... See More
1911 Princeton vs. Yale football
Item #670910
November 18, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Nov. 18, 1911
* Yale Bulldogs vs. Princeton Tigers
* Early college football game w/ lineups
The front page has a two column heading: "YALE TEAM DEFEATED IN FAST GAME BY PRINCETON" with subhead and starting lineups. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally f... See More
Louise Vermilya arrest... Woman serial killer...
Item #670909
November 9, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Nov. 9, 1911
* Louise Vermilya arrest
* Woman serial killer
The front page has a two column heading: "Investigate Deaths Of More Alleged Victims" with subhead and photo of Vermilya. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper.
... See More
Winston Churchill made First Lord of the Admiralty...
Item #670907
October 30, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, October 30, 1911
* British politician Winston Churchill
* Becomes First Lord of the Admiralty
The front page has a one column heading: "IS EXPECTED TO LESSEN NAVAL BUDGET" with subhead and photo of a young Winston Churchill. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are n... See More
1911 stock market panic... economic depresssion...
Item #670903
October 27, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, October 27, 1911
* Panic of 1910-1911
* Stock market drop
* Economic depression
The front page has a nice banner headline: "NEW YORK EXCHANGE IN TURMOIL" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in pa... See More
1911 Harrisburg, Illinois mine disaster...
Item #670901
October 23, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, October 23, 1911
* Harrisburg, Saline County, Illinois
* O'Gara coal mine explosion disaster
Near the bottom of the front pager is a one column heading: "NINE MINERS KILLED BY EXPLOSION" with subhead. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile fro... See More
Women's Suffrage in 1911 California...
Item #670900
October 11, 1911
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, October 11, 1911
* Women's suffrage in California
* Voting rights for females
* Nice headline for display
The front page has a great banner headline: "WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE AMENDMENT DEFEATED" with various subheads. Nice for display. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that ... See More
1874 Richard Wagner... German composer...
Item #670899
June 7, 1874
THE NEW YORK HERALD, June 7, 1874
* Richard Wagner biography - profile - memoir
* German music composer - opera conductor
The top of page 6 has a one column heading: "RICHARD WAGNER" with subheads. (see) Text takes up 3 full columns.
Other news of the day. Complete with all 16 pages, very nice condition.
Cheyenne Indians on the warpath in North Dakota...
Item #670898
June 6, 1874
THE NEW YORK HERALD, June 6, 1874
* Cheyenne Indians - Native Americans
* On the warpath in North Dakota
* General George A. Custer in pursuit
The top of page 7 has a one column heading: "The Reds On The Warpath" with subhead. (see)
Other news of the day. Complete with all 12 pages, very nice condition.
Susan B. Anthony's fine for voting revoked...
Item #670896
June 1, 1874
THE NEW YORK HERALD, June 1, 1874
* Susan B. Anthony - Women's rights
* Illegal voting fine dismissed by judge
Page 7 has an article headed: "Susan B. Anthony Victorious Over Judge Hunt" with subhead: "Susan B. Anthony's Fine for Attempting to Vote..." (see)
Other news of the day. Complete with all 1`2 pages, very nice condition.... See More
American Museaum of Natural History cornerstone laid...
Item #670895
June 3, 1874
THE NEW YORK HERALD, June 3, 1874
* American Museum of Natural History
* Cornerstone laid by Ulysses S. Grant
* Manhattan, New York City
The top of page 4 has a one column heading: "THE NEW MUSEUM" with subheads. (see) Text takes up over a full column.
Other news of the day. Complete with 12 pages, a little light creasing, nice condition.... See More
1993 Ruth Bader Ginsburg nomination...
Item #670893
June 15, 1993
LOS ANGELES TIMES, June 15, 1993
* Ruth Bader Ginsburg nominated
* United States Supreme Court nomination
* Appointed by President Bill Clinton
The top of the front page has a nice headline: "Clinton Picks Moderate Judge Ruth Ginsburg for High Court" with various subheads and color photo showing Ginsburg with Bill Clinton. Lengthy first reports continue inside.
Complete 1st sec... See More
6 issues on John Brown's raid of Harpers Ferry...
Item #670887
November 16, 1859
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C. A lot of 6 issues dated Nov. 16, 19, 24, 26, Dec. 22 & 24, 1859
* John Brown's insurrection - invasion - raid
* Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Each has reports relating to the John Brown insurrection at Harper's Ferry. Great to have these reports in this famous newspaper from the nation's capital.
Each issue is four pages, never... See More
Civil Rights Act of 1875... William G. Brownlow...
Item #670868
June 9, 1874
THE NEW YORK HERALD, June 9, 1874
* Civil Rights Act of 1875 (Enforcement Act)
* Reconstruction era - African Americans
* William G. Brownlow letter signed
Page 4 has a letter under the headings: "CIVIL RIGHTS" "Senator Brownlow on the Civil Rights Bill" and more. (see) Letter is signed in type: W.G. Brownlow
Complete in 12 pages, nice condition.... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #670844
March 27, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 27, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More
Bob Feller opening day No Hitter in 1940...
Item #670843
April 17, 1940
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, April 17, 1940
* Famous Pitcher Bob Feller
* Opening day no hitter pitched
* Cleveland Indians baseball
The top of front page of the sport's section (page 19) has a nice headline: "FELLER HURLS NO HITTER!" with subheads, some related photos and box scores.
Complete with all 28 pages, light toning at the margins, address label within the m... See More
1945 Buchenwald concentration camp revealed...
Item #670842
April 23, 1945
THE NEW YORK TIMES, April 23, 1945
* Buchenwald concentration camp
* Atrocities and inhuman conditions revealed
Page 5 has one column headings: "BUCHENWALD TOUR SHOCKING TO M. P.'S", "Congressmen Are Stunned--British Group Hears Details of Horrors at Oswiecim" Tells of the horrors that were happening in the Buchenwald Nazi death camp. Nice to have in this famou... See More
1874 Culpeper, Virginia Negro hanging...
Item #670841
April 11, 1874
NEW YORK HERALD, June 13, 1874
* Culpeper County, Virginia
* Negro hanging - detailed account
The top of page 3 has a one column heading: "A NEGRO HANGED" with subheads. (see) Text takes up over a full column.
Other news of the day. Complete with 12 pages, nice condition.
Battle of Ridgeway (1866)....
Item #670840
June 8, 1866
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, June 8, 1866
* Fenian raids in Canada
The top of the front page has one column headings: "THE FENIANS" "Operations On The Border" "ANOTHER INVASION OF CANADA" "Ten Thousand Canadians Concentrated at Montreal" and more. Lengthy text.
Other news of the day soon after the end of the Civil War. Complete in 8 pages, minor spine wear, nic... See More
1921 Tulsa race riot massacre...
Item #670839
June 1, 1921
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Mass., June 1, 1921
* Tulsa racial riots & massacre (1st report)
* African-American Greenwood community
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "RACE RIOTS BREAK OUT IN OKLAHOMA CITY" with subheads. (see)
Complete with 8 pages, light toning and some wear at the margins, generally good. Should be handled with care.
wikipe... See More
Battle of Guadalcanal beginning in 1942... WWII...
Item #670837
August 10, 1942
CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, August 10, 1942
* Battle of Guadalcanal beginning
* Solomon Islands - U.S. Marines
* World War II - WWII
The front page has a nice banner headline: "U. S. NAVY STILL ATTACKING" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. More on page 2 with related map.
Complete with all 32 pages, light toning at the margins, small library stamp within masthead, small binding ... See More
A short-lived title 18th century title...
Item #670836
December 30, 1752
THE ADVENTURER, London, England, Dec. 30, 1752
* Rare 18th century title
* Over 267 years old
An uncommon essay-format bi-weekly newspaper addressed specifically to men, containing six pages & lasting only for 17 months from 1752 to 1753. While each issue varies, common contributors included John Hawkesworth and Samuel Johnson.
A decorative embellishment at the top of the front page.&n... See More
U.S. Senate approves Blaine Act ending prohibition...
Item #670835
February 21, 1933
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Mass., February 21, 1933
* 18th Amendment - prohibition end imminent
* House votes to repeal - 21st Amendment - Blaine Act
The top of page 5 has a one column heading: "REPEAL BILL GOES TO STATES" with subhead. (see) First report coverage on the United States House of Representatives approving the repeal of prohibition.
Other news, sports and advertise... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #670828
October 6, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Oct. 6, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (3) Slaves advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 7 illustrated ship ads and 2 runaway slave ads. Two more slave ads are on the back page. (see)
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages, a little foxing, nice condition.... See More
Toronto Maple Leafs win 1967 Stanley Cup....
Item #670821
May 3, 1955
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Mass., May 3, 1967
* Toronto Maple LEafs - NHL Hockey
* Wins Stanley Cup - championship
The top of page 8 has a two column heading: "Vet Sawchuk Sparks Leafs To Cup Win" (see) First report coverage on the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the 1967 Stanley Cup. This was their last as well.
Complete with 32 pages, tiny binding holes along the spine, nice condition.... See More
1893 Lizzie Borden murder trial ending...
Item #670819
June 8, 1893
SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Mass., June 8, 1893
* Lizzie Borden murder trial
* Fall River, Massachusetts
* Woman hatchet killings
Page 4 has an article with coverage on the Lizzie Borden murder case with heading: "Some Important Witnesses" "Examined In The Borden Case" "Lizzie Borden's Uncle on the Stand..." "" and more. Lengthy text takes up o... See More
1926 St. Louis Cardinals vs. New York Yankees...
Item #670818
October 10, 1926
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Mass, sport's section only, October 10, 1926
* New York Yankees vs. St. Louis Cardinals
* World Series of baseball (game 6)
* Grover Alexander - winning pitcher
The top of the front page of this section has a banner headline: "CARDS HIT HARD BEHIND ALEXANDER AND SQUARE SERIES" with subheads, related photo and box scores. Nice for display. More on page 2... See More
Sicily, Italy falls to the Allies in 1943...
Item #670817
August 17, 1943
LOS ANGELES TIMES, August 17, 1943
* Allied invasion of Sicily ends w/ capture
* Operation Husky - World War II - WWII
The front page has a great banner headline: "SICILY TAKEN!" with subheads. (see) Nice for display.
First section only with pages 1-16, light toning and a minor wear at the margins and central fold, generally in good condition.... See More
Operation Husky... Sicily, Italy invaded...
Item #670816
July 10, 1943
DAILY NEWS, Los Angeles, July 10, 1943
* Invasion of Sicily Italy begins
* Operation Husky
* World War II - WWII
The front page has a great banner headline in large lettering above the masthead: "ALLIES SMASH AHEAD IN SICILY" with subheads and related map. Nice for display. First report coverage on the initial invasion of Sicily Italy named Operation Husky.
Complete with all 32,... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisement...
Item #670815
September 4, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Sept. 4, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* Runaway slave advertisement
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 18 illustrated ship ads. One runaway slave ad is on the back page. (see)
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages in good condition.... See More
1899 bound volume for 6 months of newspapers...
Item #670814
June 30, 1904
Here is a nice bound volume of the THE EVENING TRIBUNE from San Diego, California for the last 6 months of the 19th century, July to Dec., 1899. It looks to be complete with around 150 issues. Surprisingly these issues are in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Two small library stamps are present on... See More
18th century Philadelphia...
Item #670811
March 1, 1798
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 1, 1798
* Rare 18th century American publication
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements.
Four pages, tiny binding holes along the spine, very nice c... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #670810
May 10, 1798
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, May 10, 1798
* Nice masthead engraving
* 18th century America
If you are looking for a handsome American newspaper of the 1700's which is displayable & priced reasonably, this is one of the best. This title features one of the more decorative mastheads of the era.
Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, a little various ... See More
1797 Engraving of a porcupine in the masthead...
Item #670809
July 1, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, July 1, 1797
* Rare 18th century American title
* 4 slave advertisements
The masthead features an engraving of a porcupine. The entire front page is taken up with ads including one for a runaway slave. The back page has 3 more slave ads. News of the day and other advertisements of the day.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, a few tiny binding slits al... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #670808
February 13, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 13, 1670
* Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuring 6 1/2 b... See More
Post 1929 stock market crash... Wall Street Journal...
Item #670807
November 19, 1929
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, Nov. 19, 1929
* Very rare issue from just after the infamous crash
Certainly the most desired newspaper reporting the stock market crash of 1929 is the Wall Street Journal, with several issues of the last week of October commanding well over $1000. Of curious interest to any collector of financial history would be the days and weeks after the Crash, which "... See More
1890 Robert E. Lee statue unveiling... Richmond...
Item #670723
May 30, 1890
PUBLIC LEDGER, Philadelphia, May 30, 1890
* Robert E. Lee monument - statue dedication
* Confederate Civil War General - commander
* Monument Avenue - Richmond, Virginia
The top of the front page has one column headings: "THE LEE STATUE" "It Is Unveiled Amid Great Enthusiasm In Richmond" "20,000 Persons In The Parade" "Buildings Throughout The City Hands... See More
The King establishes the colony of Georgia...
Item #670294
February 5, 1732
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, London, Feb. 5, 1732 A quite rare title as this is the first we have encountered in our 44 years. It appears to have run from 1730-1735. Later in 1732 the title would add: "...or, Universal Journal".
Of special note is a page 3 report: "Last week was held a General Council in which his Majesty was pleased to give his Royal Sanction to a Charter for incorp... See More
A rare title which rarely comes into hands of collectors...
Item #670285
April 24, 1733
THE HYP-DOCTOR, London, April 24, 1733 The title is an archaic phrase for a "hodgepodge of nonsense". This curious paper published from 1730-1741, a pro-Walpole (first Prime Minister of Great Britain) newspaper created to oppose another British title "The Craftsman".
The focus is noted in the masthead: "No Bugbears, or the Merits of the Cause, a Cool Examination of ... See More
Two Civil War maps on the Battle of the Wilderness...
Item #669927
May 8, 1864
NEW YORK HERALD, May 8, 1864
* Battle of the Wilderness w/ maps
* Robert E. Lee vs. Ulysses S. Grant
The ftpg. is dominated by a quite large & very detailed Civil War map headed: "IMPORTANT OPERATIONS ON JAMES RIVER. Major General Butler's Landing on the South Side of the River---The Approaches to the Rebel Capital." There is much related text & column headlines... See More
Seabiscuit wins Gold Cup at Santa Anita Stakes...
Item #669926
July 17, 1938
THE NEW YORK TIMES, July 17, 1938
* Seabiscuit wins Hollywood Gold Cup
* Santa Anita Stakes - Arcadia, California
* Thoroughbred racehorse racing
the front page of the sport's section (inside) has a one column heading: "SEABISCUIT TAKES $50,000 ADDED TEST" with subhead. (see) First report coverage on famous racehorse, Seabiscuit, winning the Gold Cup at Santa Anita Stakes in ... See More
"Billy the Kid" shot dead by Pat Garrett...
Item #669898
July 19, 1881
DAILY TIMES, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, July 19, 1881
* Outlaw Billy the Kid shot dead
* Pat Garrett - Old West lawman
On page 2 under "News Of The Day" is a section devoted to "Crimes And Casualties". Among the news items in this section is an inconspicuous yet historic report that reads, in full: "Billy the Kid,' a notorious murderer and desperado, for several y... See More
One of the earliest newspapers from the colonies...
Item #669851
April 3, 1735
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, April 3, 1735
* Earliest of American newspapers
* Very early & rare publication
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 o... See More
Very rare variant title to celebrate the Treaty of Utrecht...
Item #669849
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
From Louisiana during the Civil War...
Item #669848
October 12, 1861
SUGAR PLANTER, West Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Oct. 12, 1861
* Very rare Confederate title
Here is a very uncommon title from Louisiana during the first year of the Civil War. The front page is filled with ads, and among the reports on the back page are a report headed: "Good News!" noting in part: "...a force of Confederates under Gen. Patton Anderson landed upon Santa Ros... See More
Golden Gate Bridge construction disaster...
Item #669485
February 18, 1937
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE--EXTRA, Feb. 18, 1937 The front page has a great & very dramatic banner headline above the masthead: "TEN DIE ON GATE SPAN" with a nice subhead: "Bridge Scaffolding Falls, Tears Net and Plunges 12 Into Sea" with more.
The ftpg. also has a large photo labeled where it began to rip and where it gave way, as well as showing insets of 3 men fallin... See More
Early Natchez newspaper which lasted but two years...
Item #669476
November 20, 1828
SOUTHERN GALAXY, Natchez, Mississippi, Nov. 20, 1828 A quite rare title, being the volume 1 number 26 issue of a title which lasted just two years. The earliest Natchez paper we have offered.
The back page has: "Mr. Jefferson & Mr.Adams" which includes a letter signed by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello, Dec. 25, 1825 in which he complains of his infirmities, particularly his me... See More
From Natchez well before the Civil War...
Item #669472
February 2, 1854
THE DAILY COURIER, Natchez, Mississippi, Feb. 2, 1854 A very uncommon newspaper from the Deep South, and rare to find any newspapers from Mississippi from before the Civil War. Although there are various news items the issue is dominated by advertisements, many of them illustrated.
Page 3 has three slave sales ads, headed: "Negroes for Sale" "One Hundred & Forty Negroes F... See More
From rough & tumble Deadwood, Dakota Territory...
Item #669471
July 17, 1889
DEADWOOD DAILY PIONEER, Black Hills, (South Dakota) July 17, 1889 This city would arguably be--along with Tombstone & Dodge City--one of the more famous of all the towns from the rough & tumble days of the Old West, and only rarely do such issues come to light. It attracted larger-than-life Old West figures including Wyatt Earp, Calamity Jane, and Wild Bill Hickok (who was killed the... See More
Early issue from this Southern town rich in history...
Item #669467
August 4, 1827
THE CAMDEN JOURNAL, South Carolina, Aug. 4, 1827 A very early issue from this town rich in history, being the oldest inland town in South Carolina, the site of notable Revolutionary War battles, and home to six Confederate generals. Gregory notes that only one institution (Univ. of S. C.) has any holdings of this title from the earliest years. This is a volume 2 issue.
The front page ... See More
On the death and funeral of George Washington...
Item #669421
January 18, 1800
THE UNITED STATES ORACLE OF THE DAY, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Jan. 18, 1800 Over half of the front page is taken up with Washington-related content, most being a lengthy: "Eulogium In Honor of Washington". Also: "General Orders" from Boston, beginning: "In order to express the deep regret and heart-felt sorrow with which every American citizen must necessarily be a... See More
Harrison's campaign newspaper: an 'Extra' edition...
Item #669386
October 17, 1840
THE EXTRA LOG CABIN, New York, July 4, 1840 The famous campaign newspaper published by Horace Greeley in support of William Henry Harrison in the 1840 election, its success carrying over to many issues beyond the inauguration.
This is the first "Extra" edition we have encountered, and is the first printed as the dateline notes: "volume 1 Extra no. 1"
The back page notes... See More
The troops vote for Lincoln...
Item #669352
November 12, 1864
NEW YORK HERALD, Nov. 12, 1864 Among the front page one column heads on the Civil War are: "Richmond" "the Soldiers' Vote in the Army of the James" "Mr. Lincoln's Majority 2,904" "SHENANDOAH" "Important Movement of the Rebel Forces" "Attempt to Flank Sheridan & Invade Maryland and Pennsylvania" "Our Army in Fine Con... See More
Much on Lincoln, his new administration, his inauguration, etc...
Item #669343
March 6, 1861
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, March 6, 1861 A wealth of fine content on Lincoln & his new administration, as his inaugural was reported in the previous day's edition.
Inside has a lengthy editorial headed: "Mr. Lincoln's Address", a report from Washington beginning: "The agony is over, and Lincoln's Cabinet is formed..." with much more.
Also: "The Inaugur... See More
General Crook battles the Sioux, just before the Custer massacre...
Item #669340
July 6, 1876
NEW YORK HERALD, July 6, 1876 Page 3 has some very fine reports with one column heads on the fate of the soldiers in the Sioux Indian campaign: "BATTLE OF ROSEBUD CREEK" "First Fight of the Campaign Against the Sioux" "The Attack & Retreat Described" "A Terrible Slaughter of the Sioux Warriors" "The Scalping of United States Skirmishers Told b... See More
Reports from America...
Item #668861
May 3, 1757
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 3, 1757 Page 6 has a report headed America" which includes datelines from Charleston and Boston. The former reports a meeting of Indian chiefs with the governor of South Carolina.
Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 1/4 inches, red tax stamp, very nice condition.
North Carolina honors Washington upon his retirement... LaFayette...
Item #668776
February 22, 1797
THE NEW WORLD, Philadelphia, Feb. 22, 1797 A quite scarce title, and until a recent find, the very first we have offered in our 44 years. It published for exactly one year.
Page 3 has an article: "Marquis De La Fayette" which is a report on him. This is followed by an: "Address of the Legislature of the State of North Carolina to his Excellency George Washington, President of... See More
North Carolina on the Constitution...
Item #668754
August 30, 1788
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Aug. 30, 1788
* United States Constitution
* North Carolina ratification ?
This is a great issue on the creation of our Federal Constitution as over half of page 2 is taken up with results of the "State of North Carolina" Constitutional Convention, which recommends a "Declaration of Rights" and various &... See More
Great issue on the sinking of the Titanic...
Item #668718
April 16, 1912
OAKLAND TRIBUNE, California, April 16, 1912 One of the better issues on the Titanic tragedy we have offered in some time, as the banner headline announces: "868 RESCUED FROM WRECK; 1350 BRAVE MEN PERISH". There are four related front page photos including one of the Titanic and one of Capt. E. J. Smith. Plus various subheads on the tragedy include: "J.J. Astor And Isador Strau... See More
From rough & tumble Deadwood, Dakota Territory...
Item #668707
June 20, 1882
BLACK HILLS DAILY PIONEER, Deadwood City, Black Hills, Nov. 24, 1878
* Very rare & desired publication
* Famous wild West town
* "Wild Bill" Hickok fame
This city would arguably be--along with Tombstone & Dodge City--one of the more famous of all the towns from the rough & tumble days of the Old West, and only rarely do such issues come to light.
This issue is ... See More
From Brenham, Texas, bluebonnet country...
Item #668705
July 29, 1881
BRENHAM DAILY BANNER, Texas, July 29, 1881
* Very rare Southwestern publication
The first of this title we have located. Gregory's "Union List of Newspapers" notes only 1 of 5 institutions have holding from the19th century.
This city in East central Texas has a population under 16,000 today. A typical Western newspaper of the day with news & many Western-style ... See More
Once famous gold mining town...
Item #668704
September 23, 1882
THE CALAVERAS CHRONICLE, Mokelumne Hill, California, Sept. 23, 1882
* Rare Old West title
* Mark Twain fame
* Gold mining town
An uncommon from this county made famous by Mark Twain. Curiously Gregory only records the weekly edition, not the daily, the former being held by just one institution with reasonable holdings. Several other institutions have but a few scattered issues.... See More
Advertisement on the Salem witch trials...
Item #668695
December 27, 1692
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Dec. 27, 1692 The back page has an advertisement--set in larger type than the rest of the issue so it stands out--for the book: "The TRYALS of several WITCHES lately Executed in New-England, with many Remarkable Curiosities therein Occurring, etc. Published by the Special Command of his EXCELLENCY the Governour of New-England. First Printed in Boston, and n... See More
First of this scarce title we have offered...
Item #668504
October 5, 1798
COUNTRY PORCUPINE, Philadelphia, Oct. 4 & 5 (a single issue), 1798 This was a tri-weekly edition of the 'Porcupine's Gazette' established by William Cobbett 7 months prior and which lasted only until Aug. 28, 1799. This is the first of this title we have seen. Content is distilled from the daily edition.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Advertisement on the Salem witch trials...
Item #668492
February 28, 1693
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Feb. 28, 1693 The back page has an advertisement for the book which relates to the witchcraft trials in New England, reading: "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."
This is the only periodical we have ever seen with any reference ... See More
Huge print of a camel... Address to George Washington...
Item #668491
July 20, 1795
FEDERAL INTELLIGENCER & BALTIMORE DAILY GAZETTE, July 20, 1795 Page 3 has a petition from the state of New Jersey: "To George Washington, President of the United States of America" on their concerns with the controversial Jay Treaty.
The back page has a rather huge print of: "The Camel" which can e seen at Mr. Dewitt's Tavern.
Four pages, damp staining, old tape... See More
The Black Hole of Calcutta...
Item #668490
June 9, 1757
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 9, 1757 Most of the front page is taken up with: "An Extract from a Letter Received by the India Ships...containing a particular Account of the unfortunate Affair at Bengal."
In this report which deals with the capture of Fort William in India, mention is made that: "...The whole number left in the Fort being 250 effective men, we held out ... See More
Graphic issue on the Chicago Fire...
Item #668484
October 11, 1871
NEW YORK TIMES, Oct. 11, 1871 A very nice & graphic issue on the Chicago Fire, with a front page map headed: "DEVASTATED CHICAGO. Sectional Diagram, by Miles, Showing the Burned District of the City."
First column heads include: "THE RUINED CITY" "Terrible Condition of the City of Chicago" "Further Details of the Appalling Conflagration" "The... See More
From antebellum Vidalia, Louisiana...
Item #668481
September 24, 1853
THE CONCORDIA INTELLIGENCER, Vidalia, Louisiana, Sept. 24, 1853 A quite rare title from the South. Page 3 has over half a column taken up with the: "Register Of Runaway", which is lengthy. Other interesting runaway or sale of slave ads.
Four pages, archivally rejoined at the spine, minor loss to an upper corner, mild wear at the edges.
Broadside "Extra" from Baltimore...
Item #668479
October 15, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE, EXTRA, Oct. 15, 1798 Although there were issues of this title in Phila., Boston & Baltimore, this is from Baltimore as the other two did not exist as of this date.
This is a broadside extra, a small single sheet printed on the front only. Such broadsides were typically printed to put urgent or important news into the hands of the reader as quickly as possible. The news ... See More
Washington gives thanks for the best wishes in his retirement...
Item #668478
February 18, 1797
THE NEW WORLD, Philadelphia, Feb. 18, 1797 Page 2 has two letters, each signed in type by the soon to be retired President: Go. Washington, thanking the Virginia General Assembly for their best wishes in his retirement.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Land to be given to Revolutionary War veterans...
Item #668477
October 26, 1786
THE NEW-HAVEN GAZETTE & THE CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE, New Haven, Oct. 26, 1786 (year in Roman numerals) A weekly title that lasted for about three years, from February of 1786 to June of 1789.
Inside has a report from Phila. noting: "...commenced the drawing of the lottery for the lands laid out by the state & given as a donation to the officers & men of the late Pennsylvania l... See More
A rare Philadelphia title from 1797...
Item #668476
April 7, 1797
GALES'S INDEPENDENT GAZETTEER, Philadelphia, April 7, 1797 A quite rare title which lasted just one year from Sept. 16, 1796 till Sept. 12, 1797. Actually the continuation of the "Independent Gazetteer", which was later sold to "The Universal Gazette". Just 7 American institutions have scattered issues of this title.
A typical folio newspaper of the day with various ... See More
Longest continuously published Mormon periodical...
Item #668471
August 22, 1892
THE LATTER DAY SAINTS' MILLENNIAL STAR, Liverpool, England, Nov. 20, 1846 This periodical, typically shortened to "Millennial Star", was the longest continuously published periodical of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, being printed from 1840 until 1970. This is the earliest issue we have offered.
Articles include: "Imprisonment & Escape of P. P. Pratt... See More
Confederate newspaper with a wealth of war reporting...
Item #668468
November 22, 1862
THE DAILY SOUTHERN GUARDIAN, Columbia, South Carolina, Nov. 22, 1862 A rather rare title and great that it has the word “Southern”.
The front page is mostly taken up with ads & military notices but it also has: "From Georgia - Reinforcements Arriving--Glorious News" as well as a rousing: "Proclamation From Gen. Beauregard" to the people of Georgia, noting... See More
Synagogues hold memorial services... Much on the assassination & funeral of Lincoln...
Item #668461
April 21, 1865
NEW YORK HERALD, April 21, 1865 Perhaps the most noteworthy coverage is the front-page details regarding various services being held at local synagogues - which includes the congregations at "B'nai Israel," "Bikur Cholim U-Kadisha Synagogue," and "Shaari [Shaare] Zedek" with each synagogue draped in mourning black.
It is quite unusual to find front page men... See More
Details on a ship wreck... Death of a governor...
Item #668457
January 28, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Jan. 28, 1796 Various news reports of the day including a page 3 item: "A Grand Victory Obtained by the Austrians and: "Ship Wreck" with much detail. Also a report of the death of Samuel Huntington, governor of Connecticut, with much detail on the funeral.
Four pages, good condition.
The Hamburg Massacre... Sinking of the Mohawk...
Item #668390
July 22, 1876
THE WHEELING INTELLIGENCER, West Virginia, July 22, 1876 The front page has a report; "The Hamburg, S.C., Massacre" "A Remarkable Circumstance Noted by Col. Higginson--A View of the Affair Which Impartial Citizens Must Adopt".
The Hamburg Massacre was the first of a series of civil disturbances planned and carried out by white Democrats in the majority-black Republican E... See More
Beginning of the Battle of Bull Run...
Item #668387
July 20, 1861
NEWARK DAILY ADVERTISER, New Jersey, July 20, 1861
* First Battle of Bull Run - Manassas VA Virginia
* 1st major battle of the American Civil War
The top of page 2 has reports from the very beginning of the Bull Run battle with: "From Bull's Run" "No Further Battle Yet" "The Rebel Force Increased".
Also: "The Prisoners from Bull's Run" ... See More
Supporting Lincoln for President, the day before the election...
Item #668385
November 7, 1864
NEWARK DAILY ADVERTISER, New Jersey, Nov. 7, 1864 The top of page 2 has a political ad, from the day before the election, supporting: "The Union Ticket - Union Nominations--For President, Abraham Lincoln of Illinois. For Vice President, Andrew Johnson of Tennessee"
Various Civil War reports as well.
Four pages, a bit irregular at the spine due to disbinding, otherwise nice condit... See More
Memories of Mormondom...
Item #668368
November 18, 1869
WATCHMAN & REFLECTOR, Boston, Nov. 18, 1869 The front page begins with over 1 1/2 columns taken up with: "Memories Of Mormondom" by Rev. Wayland Hoyt. Photos show just portion.
Four pages, a bit irregular at the spine from disbinding, good condition.
First issue of an early anti-slavery newspaper...
Item #668365
June 19, 1847
THE EXAMINER, Louisville, Kentucky, June 19, 1847 A quite scarce anti-slavery newspaper which lasted but 2 1/2 years, from June 19, 1847 thru December 9, 1849. This is the volume 1, number 1 issue.
Page 3 has: "Senator Corwin and the Mexican War".
Four pages, slightly irregular at the blank margin & foxing to the upper left of the front page, otherwise rather good.... See More
Battle of Fredericksburg about to start....
Item #668224
December 12, 1862
THE WORLD, New York City, December 12, 1862.
* Burnside captures major Virginia city
* Battle of Fredericksburg close
* General Burnside vs. Robert E. Lee
* Battle of Hartsville - Tennessee
This Genuine newspaper has a Wealth of Civil War reporting from during Abraham Lincoln's administration. Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are: "Army Of The Potomac" "... See More
Treasury Building destroyed by fire...
Item #668151
April 2, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 2, 1833 Most of the first column is taken up with breaking news headed: " Serious Disaster" which begins: "We are sorry to have to announce that the Public Building east of the President's Square, occupied as the Treasury Department, was consumed by fire yesterday morning..." with much more.
The Treasury Building was to... See More
Four Acts signed by Governor Sam Adams...
Item #668077
July 25, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 25, 1795 Over a full column of the front page is taken up with an Act of the Massachusetts legislature, each signed in type by the governor: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, never bound nor trimmed, very nice condition.
Rare and early title from Honolulu...
Item #668053
February 8, 1845
THE POLYNESIAN, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaiian Islands, Feb. 8, 1845 One of the earliest newspapers we have offered from Hawaii, and fourteen years earlier than the few of this title we offered in recent years.
The "first series" of this title existed for just 1 1/2 years from 1840 to 1841. It proved unprofitable and was shut down. The editor reestablished the paper under the same title... See More
Rare title from Sundance, Wyoming...
Item #668044
October 21, 1892
THE SUNDANCE GAZETTE, Wyoming, Oct. 21, 1892 We were fortunate to fine just three issues of this quite rare newspaper from the Northeast corner of Wyoming. The first we have seen. The first we have seen. Gregory's "Union List of American Newspapers" notes only one institution has this title, it having just a single issue from 1884.
By the content and the advertisements Sundanc... See More
Bat Masterson and the Dodge City War...
Item #668041
June 6, 1883
THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, June 6, 1883 The front page has a nice account of the infamous Dodge City War, with a column head: "Dodge City" "The Disgraceful Gambling Troubles Renewed".
The report has a Dodge City, Kansas, dateline with rare mention of Bat Masterson, noting in part: "This city is much excited over a proclamation...stopping all gambling...The probable ... See More
Very early California, death of Henry Clay, a notable duel...
Item #668038
August 3, 1852
PLACER TIMES & TRANSCRIPT, San Francisco, California, Aug. 3, 1852 Certainly one of the earlier newspaper we have offered from California, during the midst of the Gold Rush.
And page 2 has two notable reports, one being the death of Henry Clay in two articles, both headed: "Death of Henry Clay" with black borders.
There is also a nice account of a: "Fatal Duel--Death of ... See More
"Wrong Way" Corrigan lands in Ireland...
Item #668034
July 20, 1938
THE EL PASO TIMES, Texas, July 20, 1938 The top of the front page features a photo headed: "Corrigan Is Welcomed To Ireland" with a caption that includes in part: "...greeted by a Baldonnel Airport official...upon completion of his surprise flight to Ireland from New York."
Beneath this is an article: "Money-Making Offers Pour In On Daring Transatlantic Flier".... See More
Last of the Bonnie & Clyde gang is captured: from the city where it happened...
Item #668033
August 22, 1938
THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS, Texas, Aug. 22, 1938 The front page has a nearly banner headline announcing: "Police Capture Hamilton and Pal Without a Shot" with a subhead: "Most-Sought Pair In Dallas 2 Days" with 6 related photos. The report begins: "The Southwest's two most-sought desperadoes, Floyd Hamilton and Ted Walters, were captured by six Dallas detectiv... See More
Abraham Lincoln is inaugurated...
Item #668020
March 6, 1865
SPRINGFIELD DAILY REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, March 6, 1865 Page 2 has nearly a full column of text headed: "The Inauguration" with the details of Lincoln's second inaugural, and includes in the bottom portion the heading: "The Inaugural Address" which includes the immortal words: "...with malice toward no one, with charity for all, with firmness in the right, as ... See More
Outlaw Henry Starr nears capture...
Item #668009
June 16, 1893
ARIZONA DAILY GAZETTE, Phoenix, June 16, 1893 The front page has a column headed with a great report on the near-capture of notorious horse thief and train robber, Henry Starr. The heads: "STARR SURROUNDED" "The Train Robber in a Close Place" "Is Surrounded by a Marshall's Posse" "And May Have to Give Up or Be Killed by the Officers".
The report n... See More
Broadside "extra" reporting the murder of Empress Elisabeth...
Item #667991
September 10, 1898
TAGBLATT, Vienna, Austria, Sept. 10, 1898 A quite rare broadside "Extra" distributed "Gratis" reporting the murder of Empress Elisabeth of Austria.
The front page banner notice translates: "Our Empress - Murdered!" "Assassin An Italian Anarchist In Geneva". A bit more text as well.
Great to have this account from the city where it happened.
As a bro... See More
Jess Willard vs. Jack Johnson title fight...
Item #667989
April 5, 1915
THE KANSAS CITY POST, Missouri, April 5, 1915 The front page has a great banner headline: "WILLARD KNOCKS OUT JOHNSON IN THE TWENTY-SIXTH ROUND" with a subhead: "Right Swing To Jaw Puts The Big Negro Out".
This is a same-day report on the heavyweight boxing title fight between Jess Willard and Jack Johnson which includes a round-by-round account of the battle. Uncommon f... See More
From Elko, Nevada...
Item #667984
November 15, 1879
DAILY ELKO INDEPENDENT, Elko, Nevada, Nov. 15, 1879 Elko had a population of about 2000 during the late 19th century. Situated along the Humboldt River, it was along the route traveled by the ill-fated Donner Party and the many who ventured to the California hills in search of gold during the 1849 gold rush.
Completion of the Central Pacific Railroad gave the "official" birth to t... See More
One of the greatest Indy 500 races, in an Indianapolis newspaper...
Item #667980
May 30, 1960
THE INDIANAPOLIS TIMES, May 30, 1960 No better newspaper to report the Indianapolis 500 than this one. The bold banner headline announces: "JIM RATHMANN WINS" as well as: "2 Die, 33 Hurt As Stand Falls" with a photos of the tragedy, as well as the winner driver Jim Rathmann.
Regarded as the greatest two-man due in Indianapolis 500 history, the 1960 race saw a then-record... See More
Quaint, amateur newspaper from Brooklyn...
Item #667970
June 1, 1905
THE MAGNET, Brooklyn, New York, June, 1905 This is the vol. 1 #6 issue of a quite rare title not listed in Union List of Serials or Union List of Newspapers. A small-size, amateurish newspaper in which a previous issue noted: "The 'Magnet' publishes interesting stories, poems, jokes, notes of school & society...is published every two weeks." But the frequency would be f... See More
1938 Howard Hughes' Around the World flight...
Item #667470
July 15, 1938
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH, July 15, 1938.
* Aviator Howard Hughes
* Airplane flight around World
* Success celebrated in NYC
The top of the front page has a three column headline: "HUGHES AND HIS CREW CHEERED BY THOUSANDS IN NEW YORK PARADE" with subheads and related photo. (see) More on page 2.
Complete with 30 pages, light toning at the margins, small library stamp within the ma... See More
Country's leading women's suffrage publication...
Item #666776
December 8, 1900
THE WOMAN'S TRIBUNE, Washington, D.C., Dec. 8, 1900 Their motto in the masthead: "Equality Before The Law". This was the country's leading women's suffrage publication having begun in Beatrice, Nebraska, before moving to Washington, D.C. Published by Clara Bewick Colby, a women's rights activist & suffragist leader, she was a war correspondent during the Spanish... See More
Major General Alexander Hamilton...
Item #666775
October 16, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 16, 1799 The back page has a nice "War Department" notice mention that: "All officers...who are...absent from their commands are required...to report themselves by letter to Major General ALEXANDER HAMILTON..." with a bit more. This is the Alexander Hamilton who served again in the military during the Quasi War.
F... See More
Much on the Johnson impeachment trial...
Item #666773
April 3, 1868
NEW YORK TIMES, April 3, 1868 The entire front page is taken up with proceedings on the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson.
The first column heads include: "IMPEACHMENT" "Further Examination of Witnesses for the Prosecution" "The President's Attempt to Obtain Control of the Treasury Department" "The Defeat of the Constitutional Amendment in ... See More
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