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Celebrating the birthday of John Adams...
Item #660185
November 6, 1802
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 6, 1802
* President John Adams
* Celebrating 67th birthday
The front page has over a full column of text concerning the birthday of John Adams. Headed: "Tribute of Gratitude", it begins: "Saturday last being the Birth Day of the Hon. JOHN ADAMS, late President of the United States, the same was celebrated at Quincy...".
Included is... See More
From the heart of Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...
Item #649256
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, For The Country, Philadelphia, 1802-1803 A lot of 5 issues offering an interesting insight into the early period of the Jeffersonian era, as the government transitioned away from Federalist policy. Nice condition. The images show an example of the condition and look of the issues you will receive, but actually dates vary within the years noted.... See More
Very early Charleston...
Item #656220
December 30, 1803
CHARLESTON COURIER, South Carolina, Dec. 30, 1803
* Very rare & early Southern title
A volume I issue (number 301) of this famous title. Taking much of pg. 2 is a chart: "The Charleston Price Current" as well as charts for "Premiums Of Insurance" the "Price Of Stocks" and the "Course Of Exchange". Also a pg. 3 ad headed: "Public Auction&... See More
From Thomas Jefferson's administration...
Item #649276
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1807-1809 A lot of 10 issues of this popular title from the "Hub City". All have the subscriber's name written in the margin above the masthead, some minor edge tears, a few scattered stains, and occasional foxing, but overall quite nice.
Declaration of war...
Item #657281
June 27, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 27, 1812
* War of 1812 declaration by United States
* James Madison proclamation
* Historic report
This issue has one of the best presentations on the declaration of war against Great Britain, beginning the War of 1812.
Most of the first column of the front page is a somewhat decorative "Proclamation" headed with an engraving of ... See More
President Madison signs a Proclamation...
Item #660663
July 18, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, July 18, 1812
* President James Madison proclamation
* Day of fasting and prayer
The front page features: "A Proclamation" by the president for "...a day of public humiliation and prayer...to offer, at one and the same time, their common vows, and adorations to Almighty God...of seeking his merciful forgiveness, and his assistance... that... See More
Much news from the War of 1812...
Item #626541
April 27, 1813
THE WAR, New York, April 27, 1813 The entire front page is taken up with: "British Parliament - American Affairs" which carries over to page 2. Also inside: "Impressment of American Seamen" " which include 3 affidavits; "To the Young Men of Ohio" "Northwestern Army" "Naval Memoranda" with the back page having letters from Baltimore, Fort... See More
Barbarities of the British against the citizens of Virginia...
Item #653430
July 24, 1813
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, July 24, 1813
* British barbarities
Over four pages are taken up with a lengthy & very detailed article: "The Monsters at Hampton" which relates the terrible treatment by the British of the people in the Hampton/Norfolk area of Virginia during the War of 1812. It begins: "With feelings that cannot be uttered, we devote a conside... See More
British capture Washington, D.C...
Item #658476
August 31, 1814
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 31, 1814
* Burning of Washington (capture)
* British attack on the capital of U.S.
The front page has some significant content from the War of 1812 including: "The War--Third Year" "In the Vicinity of Washington" "Sketches of the Invasion of Washington" which provides a time line as to the advance by the British, including... See More
Napoleon declares he is not a prisoner...
Item #654829
October 14, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Oct. 14, 1815
* HMS Bellerophon of the Royal Navy
* Napoleon Bonaparte a guest onboard
Inside has an interesting article headed: "Napoleon Bonaparte", being a letter signed by him in type on Aug. 4 on board the ship Bellerophon, noting: "I protest solemnly...against the violation of my shared rights...I came voluntarily on b... See More
Monroe's state-of-the-union address... Alabama to join the Union...
Item #660160
December 14, 1819
THE NORTHERN WHIG, Hudson, New York, Dec. 14, 1819
* Uncommon title
The entirety of page 2 is taken up with the "Message" signed in type by the President: James Monroe. This was Monroe's annual state-of-the-union address, reflecting upon all that transpired in the year.
Page 3 has a notable report on Alabama concerning Alabama joining the Union, headed: "State Of Al... See More
Newspapers with a treasure-trove of political reporting...
Item #649274
(20) NILES' REGISTER, Baltimore, 1820's - 1830's A lot of 20 different issues within the noted date range, all complete and each containing 16 pages.
Niles Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to carrying a wealth of news events from across the country. It pub
... See More
Niles Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to carrying a wealth of news events from across the country. It pub
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Uncommonly early newspaper from Kentucky...
Item #660717
February 26, 1829
THE KENTUCKIAN, Frankfort, Kentucky, Feb. 26, 1829
* Rare antebellum title
Page 2 has seven "Law of Kentucky" recently passed by the state legislature. Other news reports and ads of the day.
Four pages, wide, never-trimmed margins, rejoined at the spine, very nice condition.... See More
Andrew Jackson, Thomas Jefferson...
Item #648146
October 2, 1830
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Oct. 2, 1830 Among the articles within are: "Negro Cloths", a letter signed in type: Andrew Jackson declining an offer to attend a public dinner in Knoxville; "Virginia Gold" "Origin of the Slave Trade"; a letter to John Adams concerning "Anticipated Revolutions" signed in type: Thomas Jefferson, datelines "M... See More
Jackson's inaugural & inaugural address...
Item #657282
March 5, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 5, 1833
* President Andrew "Andy" Jackson
* Second inauguration - inaugural address
* Best title to be had - rare as such
Page 3 begins with a report of Jackson's inaugural noting in part: "Yesterday, March the Fourth...Andrew Jackson...elected President of the U.S. for four years ensuing...repaired to the Representat... See More
Mordecai Noah is cross-examined... Location of naval ships...
Item #657114
August 7, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 1832 The front page has: "Examination of M.M. Noah" being Mordecai Manuel Noah, the first American born Jew to reach national prominence. This unusual article concerns questioning about his disembarking a boat at Somerset, Mass.
Page 2 has: "Naval--Official" being a list of "notices" of various assignments... See More
President Jackson vetoes the Land Bill... The 'Trail of Tears'...
Item #657100
December 10, 1833
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 10, 1833 Most of page 2 is taken up with: "Message of the President Of the United States, Returning the Land Bill" signed at its conclusion: Andrew Jackson. This was Jackson's Land Bill Veto Message to Congress, vetoed for reason state in the prefatory paragraph of the lengthy text.
Half of the back page is taken up with the: &quo... See More
Early report on the Donner Party tragedy...
Item #657333
May 28, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 28, 1847
* The Donner Party incident
* Resorting to cannibalism
Page 3 has the earliest report on the Donner Party tragedy we have found, noting in part: "...that a party of emigrants, 60 in number, left the other side of California mountain, had suffered severely. Nineteen started for the valley, but only seven arr... See More
Much on the Mexican War...
Item #657723
July 10, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 10, 1847 Page 5 has several reports concerning the Mexican War, with items headed: "Later From Mexico" "Another Letter From Gen. Taylor" "From the California Expedition". The first article has several subheads including: "More Guerrillas" "Mexican Correspondence Intercepted" "Gen. Scot... See More
Latest news on the Mormons settling in the West...
Item #657314
August 17, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 17, 1847
* Samuel Brannan - American Settler
* Mormons settling along San Joaquin River
Page 3 has one-third of a column headed: "The Mormons" which is a very interesting report on the news of the Mormons in settling in the West. Mention of several being excommunicated, and that some had: "...commenced a settlement on... See More
Mexican War nears its end: Mexicans want to negotiate a peace...
Item #657900
September 29, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Sept, 29, 1847 Page 3 has much of a column taken up with fine report on the closing battles of the Mexican-American War, headed: "The Late Battles In Mexico". Near the beginning is: "Our arms are again victorious, but at a fearful cost of life and blood...". The American army was advancing very close to Mexico City: &q... See More
Helping the distressed Mormons... The Mexican War...
Item #657307
October 16, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Oct. 16, 1847 Page 3 has an article: "Adjourned Meeting for the Relief of the Distressed Mormons" mentioning: "...adopt measures for raising...some relief for the large body of emigrating Mormons--men, women, and children--now in the wilderness of Iowa in a destitute & suffering condition...".
The top of page 3 also has... See More
Five part series of comments on President Polk's state-of-the-union address...
Item #657302
December 11, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C. A set of five issues containing all five parts of the editorial on the: "President's Message" with considerably commentary on the Mexican War.
Dates are December 11, 14, 18, 24 & 27. All issues are complete in 4 pages and in nice condition.
Early newspaper from Tasmania...
Item #657869
March 28, 1848
THE HOBART TOWN GAZETTE, Tasmania, Australia, March 28, 1848
* Very rare title
Quite rare to find early Tasmanian newspapers, at least in this part of the world. This is formatted very uch like the "London Gazette" of the period, as its content is relegated to legal issues and documents, etc. from the government.
Complete in 30 pages, 8 1/2 by 10 1/2 inches, an ink smear at ... See More
When Abraham Lincoln was an unknown... Death of Kit Carson?
Item #657394
July 18, 1848
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 18, 1848 This newspaper contains on page 3 reports from the "House of Representatives" and includes the results of a vote to suspend the rules concerning a resolution to allow a postal route bill to be disposed of, listing all those who voted "Yea" and "Nay". Within the "Yea" list is "Lincoln" (s... See More
Death of Dolley Madison, in a Washington newspaper...
Item #657384
July 14, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 14, 1849
* Death of Dolley Madison
* First Lady of the United States
* Best title to be had - rare as such
The top of page 3 has a black-bordered report noting: "It is with saddened hearts that we announce to our readers the decease of Mrs. Madison, Widow of James Madison, Ex-President of the United States..." with partic... See More
Great issue on the "new cities" being built in California...
Item #657344
August 16, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 16, 1849
* Settling cities in California
* Gold rush miners era
A terrific issue on the early towns of California, as page 2 has: "New Towns In California" which takes half a column. It is prefaced: "...gives a long account of new cities which have been laid out in that country...within a few months. We abridge the a... See More
Terrific reports from California, and the gold fields...
Item #657697
November 13, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Nov. 13, 1849
* California Gold Rush
* 49ers - mining - miners
Page 3 has a wealth of reporting from California including: "Important From California" which takes over a full column and deals with the efforts to create a constitution so they can join the Union. One paragraph begins: "A Bill of Rights precedes the Constitut... See More
Creating the first state seal for California...
Item #657624
December 14, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 14, 1849
* Great Seal of California
At the bottom of page 3 is an article with a small heading: "California Coat Of Arms" which describes this early version of the state seal (some alterations since). This was the very first seal of California, actually adopted by the Calif. Constitutional Convention shortly before it becam... See More
19th century 2nd rate issues (not damaged)...
Item #649253
WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT (2nd rate - not damaged) of 50 American newspapers dating from 1820 - 1896. All are in 2nd rate condition (none damaged) with at least 7 different titles. The issues may have staining, edge tears, close-trimming, more than normal foxing ad wear, but will not have missing pages, cut-outs, etc. A great lot for a dealer or someone wishing to begin a collection when c... See More
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An instant collection...
Item #649269
WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of 50 issues, with at least 10 different titles, dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition--not a damaged lot. No pulpish newspapers! A great value. If purchasing folders, we recommend purchasing at least 10 folders for this lot.
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"The North Star" becomes "Frederick Douglass' Paper"...
Item #650775
August 13, 1852
FREDERICK DOUGLASS' PAPER, Rochester, New York, August 13, 1852
* Extremely rare title
We are pleased to offer this exceedingly rare--and highly desirable--newspaper by the famed Frederick Douglass. This weekly title is the continuation of his newspaper "North Star" which began in 1847.
Douglass was perhaps the most famous 19th century African-American abolitionist who ... See More
Westward expansion... Decorative masthead...
Item #649254
OLIVE BRANCH, Boston, 1850-1856 A lot of four issues in mixed condition, all with a great masthead and with at least some westward-expansion themed reporting and/or advertising. One of the more decorative mastheads of the era. Four pages, some fold wear, edge tears, etc. All issues are complete and are offered at a significant discount over their single issue pri... See More
Inaugurating the famous Jackson statue, New Orleans...
Item #656192
March 1, 1856
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, March 1, 1856
* Andrew Jackson statue unveiling
* Jackson Square, New Orleans
* Battle of New Orleans equestrian hero
Ftpg. shows: "Inauguration of the Jackson Statue, New Orleans--Procession Passing Into Jackson Square, Opposite the Old Cathedral".
Prints inside include: "View of Malta & Fortifications..." &quo... See More
Item #636876
HARPER'S WEEKLY -- the first year: 1857 A lot of 6 issues but all in '2nd rate' condition. Very few illustrations from this initial year.
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Fourth of July fireworks celebration in New York...
Item #172276
July 16, 1859
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, July 16, 1859 The front page of features a half page: "Scene on the Morning After the late Terrible Accident on the Michigan Southern Railroad" and a 1/4 page illustration "Marshal Macmahon". Inside includes a full page: "The War in Italy - the Emperor Napoleon at the Battle of Magenta" and a very dramatic doublepage centerfold: &q... See More
John Brown & the Harper's Ferry raid...
Item #650911
November 5, 1859
NEW YORK HERALD, Nov. 5, 1859
* John Brown's insurrection - invasion - raid
* Harpers Ferry WV West Virginia trial
* Rare printing of Henry David Thoreau's lecture
The last column of the front page has heads on the John Brown raid: "The Harper's Ferry Outbreak" "More of the Insurrectionists Convicted" "Copeland's Confession" "Progre... See More
Climbing Pike's Peak... Ad supporting Lincoln for President...
Item #660161
November 2, 1860
THE SPRINGFIELD REPUBLIC, Ohio, Nov. 2, 1860
* Abraham Lincoln for President notice
The front page has nearly 2 columns taken up with a great & detailed letter headed: "Climbing Pike's Peak".
Page two has a political notice supporting: "For President, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, of Illinois - For Vice President, Hannibal HAMLIN, Of Maine" with a bit more.
Four pages,... See More
Very rare front page slave auction print...
Item #656547
January 26, 1861
NEW YORK ILLUSTRATED NEWS, Jan. 26, 1861 A very rare issue as the front page has a terrific print captioned: "Annual Sale and Hiring of Slaves at Montgomery, Ala." accompanied with an article of the same heading.
Only rarely were slave auction prints put in newspapers of the day, and this is great in that it is on the front page. Compounding the rarity is this being an uncommon ti... See More
Much on Lincoln as he heads to Washington...
Item #660625
February 18, 1861
NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 18, 1861
* Abraham Lincoln as the president elect
* His journey to Washington D.C.
Among the front page column heads are: "Arrival of President Davis at Montgomery" "Southern Rights and Institutions to be Maintained at All Hazards" "The Southern Confederacy".
Page 4 has much on Abraham Lincoln, including many comments on the e... See More
John Anderson the fugitive slave... "headsman of the Tower" will not be replaced...
Item #660540
March 9, 1861
THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, March 9, 1861
* Extradition case of John Anderson
* Canada West escaped slave w/ print
“The Fugitive Anderson” on page 3 is about John Anderson, the famous fugitive slave who escaped to Canada evading the pursuit of bounty hunters. While on the run he killed a farmer who intended to legally recapture Anderson and send him back into his... See More
The Civil War begins... One of the best of newspapers...
Item #658480
April 13, 1861
NEW YORK HERALD, April 13, 1861
* The American Civil War begins (1st report)
* For Sumter, Charleston, South Carolina attacked
The very beginning of the Civil War remains a cornerstone issue for any war collection, and this famous issue of the Herald is one of the best we have had the pleasure to offer.
The front page features a very nice map headed: "THE SCENE OF OPERATIONS" wit... See More
From this Confederate port city...
Item #660669
July 18, 1861
THE DAILY JOURNAL, Wilmington, North Carolina, July 18, 1861
* Rare Confederate title
This is one of just a few newspapers which printed "Confederate States Of America" in the dateline. The front page is entirely taken up with ads.
* Rare Confederate title
This is one of just a few newspapers which printed "Confederate States Of America" in the dateline. The front page is entirely taken up with ads.
War related items are on page 2 include: "Who Began the War?" "Later War News" "Repulse of the Enemy" &qu
... See More
A Charles Dickens publication...
Item #649245
ALL THE YEAR ROUND, London, 1862 (single issue from 1862) This was a weekly periodical "Conducted By Charles Dickens", as noted in the masthead. Filled with various literary content, this issue contains 24 pages is in very nice, clean condition, 6 by 9 1/4 inches. Nice to have the "Charles Dickens" name in the title. (see).Disbound without wrappers. The image is a... See More
A great value... At a lesser price...
Item #649275
(10) The CIVIL WAR: a lot of 10 issues all non-New York titles from during the Civil War and all have war reports. A great set for a reseller or for someone looking to obtain authentic Civil War newspapers at a discounted price, and all are in average or better condition.
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Operations at Island No. 10 in the Mississippi...
Item #660127
March 28, 1862
NEW YORK TIMES, March 28, 1862
* Battle of Island Number Ten
* New Madrid MO Missouri
The front page has a one column map headed: "Operations In The West" "Progress of the Bombardment at Island No. 10" "The Plans of Commodore Foote Being Slowly but Surely Consummated" "Movements of the Rebels."
Other one column Civil War heads on the ftpg. incl... See More
With a map of Savannah...
Item #660620
April 3, 1862
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, April 3, 1862
* Savannah, Georgia map
* Fort Pulaski
Among the column heads on the Civil War on inside pages are: "The War For The Union" "The Deportation of Slaves" "The Operations Near Savannah" "Official Report of Flag Officer Dupont" "The Rebels Utterly Demoralized" "Weak Stand by Ashby's Forces".
P... See More
Two Civil War maps: one of the Cotton States...
Item #660114
April 19, 1862
NEW YORK TIMES, April 19, 1862
* Southern Confederate states map
The front page is dominated by a very large & detailed Civil War map headed: "The Field Of Operations In the Cotton States." showing all or portions of Arkansas, Louisiana, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Florida & Tennessee. The other map is on the front page of the "Supplement", which has its ... See More
Battle of Shiloh, or Pittsburg Landing...
Item #172566
April 26, 1862
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, April 26, 1862 The full front page is a print of: "Major-General Halleck in the Field, April, 1862". Inside prints include a full page: "Big Bethel & Its Fortifications Occupied by Our Troops..." and a full page: "The First Day's Fighting At Yorktown..."; one-third page with 2 view of: "The Stevens Iron Steam Gunboat &... See More
Capture of New Orleans!...
Item #660113
April 28, 1862
NEW YORK TIMES, April 28, 1862 This issue reports one of the more significant events of the Civil War: the capture of New Orleans, the Confederate stronghold on the Mississippi. With this important event the northern forces were well on their way towards controlling the very strategic Mississippi River corridor.
The first column headlines include: "NEW ORLEANS OURS!" "Acknowl... See More
A Proclamation by Jefferson Davis...
Item #660672
May 5, 1862
DAILY RICHMOND EXAMINER, Virginia, May 5, 1862
* Jefferson Davis proclamation
* From the capital of the Confederacy
Not just a nice Confederate newspaper, but one from the capital of the Confederacy. Page 2 has a lengthy editorial concerning the Civil War. Also inside are: "Movements & Spirit of the War" "The Fall of Fort Macon" "The Spirit of the So... See More
Confederate answer to Harper's Weekly... General John Morgan......
Item #660595
December 20, 1862
SOUTHERN ILLUSTRATED NEWS, Richmond, Dec. 20, 1862
* Very rare Confederate title
* General John Hunt Morgan
A very rare publication from the Confederacy which seldom comes to the collector market. Although much of the content was literary in nature, there are news reports and a few illustrations.
A nice feature of this issue is the large front page illustration which is different fro... See More
Civil War era illustrated issues...
Item #636873
HARPER'S WEEKLY A Civil War era lot of 5 issues in very good condition. This lot offers an excellent illustrated and textual view of this critical period in American history, at a significantly reduced price from their individual values. All issues are complete in 16 pages and include many prints suitable for framing.Additional lots are available--inquire if multiple sets a... See More
Rare Confederate title reports on the siege of Vicksburg, just before its fall…
Item #660591
July 2, 1863
CAROLINA SPARTAN, Spartanburg, South Carolina, July 2, 1863
* Very rare Confederate title
* Siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi
A rare Confederate title to say the least. The front page begins with some nice reporting on the siege of Vicksburg with reports headed “From Vicksburg” which include some over optimistic thoughts: “…that perfect confidence prevails among our ... See More
Perhaps the definitive Battle of Gettysburg issue...
Item #658479
July 6, 1863
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 6, 1863
* Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
* Most historic battle of the Civil War
* Great reporting - one of the best to be had
A terrific issue reporting the result of the very historic Battle of Gettysburg, with nearly two-thirds of the front pages first column taken up with related heads, atop of which is a nice patriotic emblem. They include: "THE G... See More
Actor John Wilkes Booth performance ad & review...
Item #650710
September 30, 1863
BOSTON DAILY ADVERTISER, Sept. 30, 1863
* Rare John Wilkes Booth performance review & ad
It's always great to find news or advertisement tidbits about historic figures long before their names would draw national or international attention. Here is a great example.
Near the top of the front page is an intriguing advertisement for the play "Hamlet' at the Howard Anthena... See More
News from "Lincolndom"...
Item #660668
October 2, 1863
CHARLESTON DAILY COURIER, South Carolina, Oct. 2, 1863
* From the origin of the Civil War
Printed in the dateline is: "Confederate States of America".
Among the articles on the war are: "The Pennsylvania Campaign - General Lee's Official Report" "Charleston" "The Policy of Impressments" "News from Lincolndom" "The Field of Bat... See More
Map of the Fort Wagner vicinity... Lincoln's Proclamation...
Item #660649
October 24, 1863
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, Oct. 24, 1863
* Fort Wagner, Morris Island South Carolina
* President Abraham Lincoln proclamation
As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
Perhaps the highlight is the page two diagram showing: "Fort Wagner and Its Approaches" (... See More
Wallpaper newspaper by Union troops in Louisiana...
Item #660598
October 31, 1863
UNCONDITIONAL S. GRANT, New Iberia, Louisiana, Oct. 31, 1863
* Extremely rare wallpaper title
This title is a great rarity which we have never before had the pleasure to offer. A single sheet printed on wallpaper, folded such that page 1 has news, pages 2 & 3 are wallpaper, and page 4 has additional news, this unusual newspaper was published by the 130th Illinois Regiment statione... See More
Ringgold is evacuated by the Yankees...
Item #660627
December 2, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES Dec. 2, 1863
* Battle of Mine Run
* Meade vs. Robert E. Lee
Among the front page column heads on the Civil War: "THE ARMIES IN VIRGINIA" "The Hostile Forces Confronting Each Other at mine Run Valley" "Lee Strongly Intrenched and Presenting a Defiant Attitude" "GEN. GRANT'S ARMY" "Ringgold Evacuated by Our Forces&q
... See More
* Battle of Mine Run
* Meade vs. Robert E. Lee
Among the front page column heads on the Civil War: "THE ARMIES IN VIRGINIA" "The Hostile Forces Confronting Each Other at mine Run Valley" "Lee Strongly Intrenched and Presenting a Defiant Attitude" "GEN. GRANT'S ARMY" "Ringgold Evacuated by Our Forces&q
An anti-Lincoln newspaper from the Civil War...
Item #660180
July 28, 1864
THE GENIUS OF LIBERTY, Uniontown, Pennsylvania, July 28, 1864
* Uncommon title
* Anti-Abraham Lincoln
Among the articles in this anti-Lincoln newspaper: "The Late National Humiliation - Review of the Recent Invasion" "Stinging Article From the National Intelligencer" "What it Costs to Disregard Gen. McClellan's Advice" "Mr. Lincoln's Opinion ... See More
Print that made Thomas Nast famous...
Item #172812
September 3, 1864
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, September 3, 1864 The full front page is taken up with a print: "Gen. Sherman's Campaign--Council of War Held at Gen. Wood's Headquarters".
Certainly the best print in this issue is also one of the more famous by Thomas Nast. This print (see) shows a triumphant Confederate soldier shaking hands with a peg-legged Union veteran as what appears ... See More
From Texas during the Civil War...
Item #660594
September 23, 1864
GALVESTON TRI-WEEKLY NEWS, Texas, September 23, 1864
* Very rare issue from the Southwest Confederacy
Although the title notes "Galveston", the dateline notes it was printed in nearby Houston, as it is likely moving a bit more inland offered greater security from the Yankee forces.
Confederate newspapers from Texas are very uncommon particularly from before or during the Civ... See More
President Jefferson Davis addresses his Congress...
Item #660134
November 8, 1864
THE CHARLESTON MERCURY, South Carolina, Nov. 8, 1864
* Confederate president Jefferson Davis
* Rare title from the origin of the Civil War
Among the front page reports on the Civil War are: "Glorious Achievements of Forrest's Horse Marines" "Yankee Army News" "The Tennessee Valley Campaign" "The President's Message" in which he presents ... See More
Ornate masthead...
Item #649267
ADVOCATE FAMILY GUARDIAN, New York, 1865 A rather ornate & decorative masthead in this small newspaper, filled primarily with literary & womanly concerns. Edited by Mrs. Sarah R. Bennett of the "American Female Guardian Society". Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will be from 1865 & will have the format shown. Measures approximately 11 by ... See More
Lincoln's funeral & closing moments of the Civil War...
Item #657623
April 24, 1865
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, April 24, 1865
* Abraham Lincoln funeral journey
* Civil War cleanup in the South
* Sherman's victory march
All columns on all pages are black-bordered for the death & funeral of Abraham Lincoln. Among the front page column heads are: "SHERMAN" "Negotiations With Johnston" "A Suspension of Hostilities..." "Immediate Resumpt... See More
Capture of Jefferson Davis: in a woman's dress...
Item #660132
June 3, 1865
FRANK LESLIE'S NEWSPAPER, New York, June 3, 1865
* Confederate President Jefferson Davis
* Caught wearing women's clothes print
* Trial of the conspirators w/ print
See the photo for the fascinating front page illustration which is captioned: "Capture of Jefferson Davis, At Irwinsville, Ga., at Daybreak on May 10th by Col. Pritchard and Men of Wilson's Corps." s... See More
Vigilance Committee hangs Reno Gang members...
Item #655101
December 13, 1868
NEW-YORK TIMES, December 13, 1868
* Reno Gang brothers lynchings
* Train robbers - outlaws
On the front page under "Lynch Law" is a report: "Three More of the Indiana Express Mob Hung by the Regulators". Report states that members of the Vigilance Committee from Seymour arrived at New-Albany (Ind.) overpowered the jailer at the Floyd County Jail and "...the w... See More
Former Confederate port city...
Item #660184
October 16, 1869
FLAKE'S SEMI-WEEKLY BULLETIN, Galveston, Texas, Oct. 16, 1869
* Rare Southwestern title
* Post Civil War reconstruction
An uncommon title from this former Confederate port city not far from Houston. Various news of the day.
Eight pages, rejoined at the spine, great condition.... See More
Nice collection of Thomas Nast political cartoons...
Item #636875
HARPER'S WEEKLY lot of 7 issues of the 1870's-1880's each with a full front page Thomas Nast political cartoon, and other Nast or non-Nast prints inside. A blend of 1st rate and better than 2nd rate issues. A great lot for a dealer or anyone wishing to begin a collection.Additional lots are available--inquire if multiple sets are wanted.
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From the Oneida Community...
Item #649272
THE CIRCULAR or AMERICAN SOCIALIST, Oneida, New York, 1870's A lot of 10 issues from this well-known socialist "commune" (of Oneida flatware/silverware fame) from the post-Civil War 19th century. All are in great condition. Small folio size, 4 pages.
First newspaper published in Alaska...
Item #660556
February 5, 1870
THE ALASKA TIMES, Sitka, A.T. (Alaska Territory), Feb. 5, 1870
* Very rare title
This is a very rare newspaper which began in Sitka in 1869, the first newspaper published in Alaska (an earlier "Alaska Herald" from 1868 was actually published in San Francisco). It proved to not be profitable, so later in 1870 the publisher moved the newspaper to Seattle and continued publicati... See More
The Great Chicago Fire... Brigham Young arrested for polygamy...
Item #656994
October 12, 1871
NEW YORK HERALD, Oct. 12, 1871
* The Great Chicago Fire disaster
* Brigham Young arrested for Polygamy
Page 5 begins with over a half column of heads on the Chicago Fire including: "CHICAGO" "Solacing the Afterpangs of the Sufferers by the Fire" "Ninety Bodies Already Found in the Ruins" "Martial Law In Chicago" "Exodus of Those Who Have Fr... See More
The Chicago Fire...
Item #660187
October 14, 1871
THE EVENING NEWS, Cleveland, Ohio, Oct. 14, 1871
* The Great Chicago Fire
The top of the front page has a column with heads: "THE CHICAGO FIRE!" "Measure For the Relief Of The Sufferers" "The Chicago Fire" with related reports taking over a full column. Also on the ftpg: "FROM CHICAGO--Plenty of Rain--No More Fires Apprehended--Excitement Over R... See More
Great issue reporting the Custer massacre...
Item #658483
July 6, 1876
THE CHICAGO TIMES, July 6, 1876
* General George Custer massacre
* Battle of the Little Bighorn - Montana
* Chief Sitting Bull - Lakota Indians
The front page has the top one-third of the 2nd column taken up with nice headlines on the Custer Massacre, including: "BUTCHERED BOYS" "The Heroism of Mad Anthony Wayne Outdone by Custer on the Little Horn" "A Tiger-... See More
Thomas Edison and his new phonograph...
Item #649391
April 27, 1878
ST. LOUIS GLOBE-DEMOCRAT, April 27, 1878
* Historic Phonograph invention
* Thomas Edison - inventor
Most of a column on page 11 is taken up with: "The Phonograph" "Edison Explains His Invention to the Washington Academy of Science". Subheads include: "Mr. Thomas A. Edison" "Edison In Person" "What the Phonograph is Like" which is very ... See More
A great lot from the Old West... at a reduced price...
Item #649271
A lot of ten "OLD WEST" newspapers from California, dating in the 1870's through 1890's, and priced at a bargain due to edge tears, mends, wear, etc. which makes them somewhat 2nd-rate. The set will contain at least 5 different titles, and no two issues will have the same date. A nice opportunity for a mini-set of different "Wild West" titles at a significantly reduced ... See More
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Early from the Arizona Territory...
Item #657862
September 20, 1880
ARIZONA DAILY MINER, Prescott, Sept. 20, 1880
* Very rare Old West title
A quite early newspaper from territorial Arizona. It would not become a state until 32 years later.
A typical Old West newspaper with a wealth of Western-themed advertisements, several of which are illustrated. News reports are both local & regional..
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, a few small archival... See More
Inventions of the late 1800's...
Item #649278
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York A lot of 36 2nd-rate issues from 1880's and 1890's, containing many photos or illustrations, providing a nice look at the latest inventions and scientific improvements of the 19th century. Offered at a discount due to minor imperfections (slight staining, edge tears, library ink stamps, etc.) making them 2nd-rate.
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Leadville, Colorado: very rare, graphic newspaper...
Item #660592
January 1, 1882
LEADVILLE DAILY HERALD, Colorado, January 1, 1882
* Terrific graphic issue from this famous mining town
Leadville has the distinction of being the highest incorporated city in the United States, sitting at an elevation above 10,000 feet. It was a classic "Old West" mining town and this issue is a treasure trove of information on the town & with many illustrations relating Leadv... See More
Salt Lake City title with a Mormon flair...
Item #649257
DESERET EVENING NEWS, Salt Lake City, Utah, early 1880's A lot of 5 issues, from several years before statehood with much local news of the day. Articles with Mormon interest and perspective are sure to be found within each issue. Typically 4 page issues, minor browning & dirtiness, but not pulpish.
President Grover Cleveland's state-of-the-union address....
Item #657585
December 3, 1888
BOSTSON EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Dec. 3, 1888
* President Grover Cleveland
* State of the Union Address
the front page has a nice stack of column headlines: "THE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE" "Unjust & Useless Taxation" "Suspension of Silver Coinage Recommended" "Our Foreign Relations" "he Pacific Railroads" "Our Indian Wards"... See More
Office seekers at the White House...
Item #660681
April 15, 1893
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, April 15, 1893 Front full pg. illus. of "Rear-Admiral Bancroft Gherardi, U.S.N." Inside is a 1/4 pg. illus. of "The Clearing House of the New York Stock Exchange." Several portraits of "Some New Appointments." 2/3 pg. illus. of "A Reception at the Art Museum, Cincinnati." Two full pgs. of illus. pertaining to "Stockh... See More
Mark Twain writes supportively of the Jews...
Item #656184
HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE, New York, March, 1898* Mark Twain
* Jewish - Jews - Judaica
The most significant article is: "Stirring Times In Austria" is by Mark Twain, taking over 9 pages and includes several illustrations (see).
At this time Austria was involved in an uproar with riots over political issues, at a time when Mark Twain was there. Previously thought to havin... See More
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