Coronation of King James II and Queen Mary...
Item #661860
April 27, 1685
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 23-27, 1685 This is one of the more desirable & historic events of the period, with the entire front page & some of the back page taken up with the coronation of King James II and Queen Mary. The report is datelined April 23 and has a one paragraph preface reading: "This day being the Festival of St. George, the Coronation of their sacred Ma
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Washington arrives in New York City...
Item #661859
August 27, 1796
THE WEEKLY MUSEUM, New York, Aug. 27, 1796 Page 3 has a report: "The PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES has just arrived from Mount Vernon. Whether on a visit to this City, or on his sway to the northward, we cannot tell------Thank GOD he can ride in a carriage which is not bullet proof."
Four pages, 9 1/2 by 11 3/4 inches, scattered foxing, good condition.
Washington signs three Acts of Congress...
Item #661852
February 18, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 18, 1795 The front page has a full column taken up with not just one, but three Acts of Congress each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington. Displayable as such.
Four pages, various foxing, generally good condition.
Four Acts signed by Governor Sam Adams...
Item #661850
July 2, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 2, 1795 The front page features four Acts of the Massachusetts legislature, each signed in type by the governor: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, archival strengthening at the spine, some foxing, good condition.
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1669...
Item #661844
May 24, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 24, 1669
* Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
Contains reports from Barbados, Falmouth, Madrid, Rome, Milan, Hambourgh, Warsaw, Cologne, Brussels, and more.
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. ... See More
Quartering troops and other concerns... Supplement issue included...
Item #661837
May 23, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, with the "Supplement" issue, May 23, 1768
* Rare Colonial America original
The content is varied from thoughts on religious concerns on the front page, to "Thoughts on Vegetation" to "A New Method of Making Hogs Grow Quickly Fat" & other curious articles in addition to a wealth of advertisements.
The better content is actually fo... See More
Indian troubles... Angry at the tax collectors...
Item #661836
June 13, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, June 13, 1768
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
Included are reports under the heading "America" from Charleston, Philadelphia, Boston, Newport, & New York, including a letter "...from the Cherokee country, informs us...upper Cherokee towns are greatly harassed by several parties of Indians from the Ohio & Mississippi who kill ... See More
General Howe proclamations in a Tory newspaper.....
Item #661835
November 19, 1777
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 19, 1777
* Revolutionary War Tory original
* Rare Pro British issue from America
* General William Howe proclamations
This was a strongly Tory newspaper published in Philadelphia when the British were in occupation. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the ... See More
Seeking the Duke of Monmouth for his involvement in the Rye House Plot...
Item #661833
July 2, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 2, 1683
* Charles II of England
* Assassination plot
Over half of the front page is taken up with a Proclamation" by King Charles II for the apprehension of his illegitimate son the Duke of Monmouth. The text of the Proclamation reads in part: "...received information upon oath that James Duke of Monmouth [and others]...have traitorously con... See More
Address of the Virginia Council...
Item #661820
November 16, 1734
THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, Nov. 16, 1734 The front page has a somewhat lengthy: "Humble Address of the Council in Assembly, to the Hon. William Gooch Esq., his Majesty's Lt.-Gov. of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia". This is followed by the governor's brief reply.
Nice to have American content on the front page of such an early dated newspaper.
Single sheet, 9 1/4 by ... See More
Four century set of the London Gazette...
Item #661817
January 1, 1671
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England. A collection of four issues of this--the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper--each one hundred years apart. Issues are dated 1671, 1771, 1871 and 1971.
Interestingly, the format of this title did not change much over the years save for the number of pages increasing with the years (see photos). The 4 issue collection comes in a cu... See More
The Declaration of Independence...
Item #661804
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1776 It would be difficult to argue for a more important document in American history than the Declaration of Independence. It remains a desire of most collectors to find an issue containing reference to it, and ultimately a contemporary printing of the actual document. With American newspaper printings commanding $50,000 or more in nice conditio... See More
Creating rules for the military...
Item #661802
September 23, 1775
PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Sept. 23, 1775 A terrific issue on the creation of the rules which govern those in the military, as nearly half of the front page and over a column on pg. 4 are taken up with: "Articles of Association, in Pennsylvania. We the officers and soldiers engaged in the present Association for the defence of American liberty...do voluntarily & freely...ado... See More
George Washington and Sam Adams...
Item #661792
April 16, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 16, 1796 The front page features two Acts of Congress concerning courts, each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
Page 2 has a chart of the latest count for the election of Mass. governor, showing Judge Sumner leading over Gov. Sam Adams.
Four pages, very nice condition.
George Washington script signature... front page...
Item #661791
April 11, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 11, 1795 The front page has an act to amend the act entitled: "An Act to establish the post office and post-roads within the United States," signed in script type by the President: Geo. Washington. Also included is an ad for the comedy: "The JEW: Or, Benevolent Hebrew".
News and other advertisements of the day. Four pages, very nice cond... See More
The Great Awakening... Boston magazine from 1744...
Item #661789
April 7, 1744
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, March 10, 1743-4 (is 1744 by today's calendar) This was the first successful magazine in America although formatted unlike typical magazines. It was exclusively a chronicle of the Great Awakening in America, exclusively of secular news reports. It was preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Frankli... See More
An American magazine from 1792...
Item #661787
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, February, 1792 The bulk of the issue is taken up with a wide range of eclectic articles as noted on the full title/contents page. Among the articles are: "Topographical Sketches of the County of Essex" "On the Necessity of Caution" "Arithmetick Recommended to the Ladies" "On the Sleep of Plants" "Ceremony of a P... See More
With the rare foldout plate of Campus Martius at Marietta, Ohio...
Item #661786
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, November, 1788 Articles include: "To the Ladies on the Use of Cosmetics" "Interesting Extracts from the Life of General Putnam" which takes over 8 pages; "On the Religion, Language & Sciences of the Gypsies" "An Account of Campus Martius at the City of Marietta, Territory of the United States North-West of the River... See More
Very rare & early news pamphlet from Amsterdam...
Item #661783
August 1, 1632
Dutch newsletter/pamphlet from Amsterdam, August, 1632. A very rare news pamphlet by the famed early Broer Jansz, one of the most prolific newsmen of the 17th century. Included with this item is an extensive biography of him and his work.
Included also is a translation of this 4 page pamphlet, headed: "Triumphante Tijdinghe" [Triumphant News] with the translation continuing: "... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #661779
March 21, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated April 20, 1758, June 26, 1764, March 21, 1767, Nov. 2, 1769, & Feb. 6, 1772. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in good condition, a few with some damp staining & some foxing. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies. Each measures abo... See More
Rare plate of the execution of Admiral Byng...
Item #661767
April 1, 1757
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, April, 1757 Certainly the prime content is the quite rare full page print titled: "The Shooting of Admiral Byng on Board the Monarque" as such prints were more typically removed years ago. This is a dramatic engraving & is accompanied by a letter he penned to the Lords of the Admiralty upon receiving his death sentence.
Admiral John Byng was a Roy... See More
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #661763
May 31, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, May 31, 1797 This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controversial publisher who often wrote under the pen-name of "Peter Porcupine." He was famous for sniping at his political opponents, usually those of a Jeffersonian-Republican sentiment. The first issue app... See More
An early newspaper from 1641...
Item #661762
February 2, 1641
GAZETTE, Paris, France, Feb. 2. 26, 1641 This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory by nearly 15 years. This was the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu. The title has the first letter embellished, as well as the first... See More
Commodore Phillips & Botany Bay, Australia...
Item #661707
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, April, 1788 Within this issue is a report concerning Commodore Phillips at Botany Bay reading: "The Botany fleet arrived at the Cape on the 13th of October, after a passage from Rio de Janeiro of only five weeks & four days. Commodore Phillips, after supplying the ships with sea stores, means to purchase live stock of every kind the country affor... See More
The Benedict Arnold & Major Andre treason....
Item #661706
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1780 Within the "Historical Chronicle" near the back of the issue is a portion which notes: "...These gentlemen were reply'd to by others in opposition, who in thee accumstom'd style execrated the American war & denounced vengeance on those who had been the cause of it...all the evils with which we are not threatened,
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Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1669...
Item #661657
August 12, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 12, 1669
* 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, measuri... See More
Earliest report of King George's coronation...
Item #661637
September 24, 1761
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 22-24, 1761
* George III of the United Kingdom
The ftpg. begins with the earliest report of the coronation of King George III of England we have found. In fact it was not until two issues later that this newspaper provided details of the ceremony.
It begins with a London dateline of Sept. 22 and notes: "This day the ceremony of their Majesties... See More
Very early & descriptive account of Alaska...
Item #661635
June 18, 1761
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 18, 1761
* Very early Alaska description
Over two pages are consumed with an excellent and very detailed account of that part of "America" which would be Alaska today, and the surrounding area. It is headed: "An Account of That Part of America, which is Nearest to the Land of Kamtchatca." which is an extract of a book titled "... See More
Massachusetts' Bay... Hutchinson... Great map of Greece & vicinity...
Item #661628
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1770 * Pre Revolutionary War America
The reverse of the title page is entirely taken up with: "American Affairs" which is mostly taken up with: "Lieutenant Hutchinson's Speech to Both Houses of Assembly of the Province of Massachusetts' Bay". In it he deals with the taxation issue (see). This is followed by comment... See More
Early mention of George Washington...
Item #661574
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1755 There are no less than two high points in this issue, the first being an article headed: "Gov. Dinwiddie's Speech to the Assembly of Virginia" in which he relates various reports from the French & Indian War, including mention of "...general Braddock, commander in chief of all his majesty's forces on this continent... See More
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #661518
June 1, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 1, 1797 This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controversial publisher who often wrote under the pen-name of "Peter Porcupine." He was famous for sniping at his political opponents, usually those of a Jeffersonian-Republican sentiment. The first issue app... See More
Uncommon title... unique engraving in the masthead...
Item #661440
May 19, 1797
THE PHENIX; OR, WINDHAM HERALD, Windham, Connecticut, May 19, 1797
* Uncommon title with nice masthead
A very uncommon title that has an engraving in the masthead of the legendary phenix (or phoenix) consumed in fire and rising from the ashes.
Notable content on the front page includes: "French Executive Directory" "New Decree against the United States." On page 2 under ... See More
George Washington on aiding the enemy...
Item #661436
May 4, 1776
PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, May 4, 1776
* Rare Revolutionary War era title
* Tory issue from Pennsylvania
* Great year to have (1776)
This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city.
Half of the front page is a letter signed by: A Settled Citizen" which r... See More
Letter from Washington to the people of Brunswick, Virginia...
Item #661427
October 24, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 24, 1795
* President George Washington
* Brunswick County, Virginia
Page 2 has the: "Answer Of the President to the Brunswick, Virginia, Proceedings" relating to the Jay Treaty, which is signed by him in type: G. Washington.
Four pages, bit of foxing, generally nice condition.... See More
Howe's Proclamation... The trouble with war...
Item #661422
March 18, 1778
PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 18, 1778
* Revolutionary War Tory original
* Rare Pro British issue from America
This was a strongly Tory newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia. The first column of the front page has a "Proclamation" issued by General Howe that includes in par... See More
Item #661376
March 24, 1800
THE LONDON PACKET; OR NEW LLOYD'S EVENING POST, England, March 24, 1800 The masthead features a coat-of-arms. Various news from Europe, mostly from England.
Four pages, red ink at the top of the ftpg., good condition.
The "famous" Westons, mail robbers...
Item #661369
April 20, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 20, 1782 One-third of an inside page is taken up with: "Anecdotes of the Famous Westons, Who Robbed the Bristol Mails". The article begins: "Joseph and George Weston, apprehended on Wednesday...for robbing the Bristol mail in 1781...are two of the most remarkable depredators that have appeared in this country since the days of the famous Wi... See More
Mention of the West Indies and Honduras...
Item #661333
April 8, 1669
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 8, 1669
* Among the earliest of 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.
The back page has a report noting: "...the arrival there of a Spanish ship from the West Indies, affirming that 7 French men of war and 23 merchant... See More
Washington's state-of-the-union address... Philadelphia as the new capital...
Item #661286
January 20, 1791
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 20, 1791
* President George Washington
* State of the Union Address
Most of the front page is taken up with Washington's second state-of-the-union address to Congress, headed: "Congress, Wednesday, December 8, 1790. The Speech of George Washington, Esq. President of Congress on Opening the Session..." followed by the complete text of W... See More
17th century from London...
Item #661260
November 19, 1681
THE OBSERVATOR, London, November 19, 1681
* Woman publisher
This is a handsome dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. Done in a dialogue format, between Whig & Tory. This early single sheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing, but the most intriguing aspect of this issue is tha... See More
Gentleman's newspaper from 17th century England...
Item #661175
December 12, 1691
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, Dec. 12, 1691
* Rare 17th century title
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 325 years old.
This newspaper was done in question/answer format. This newspaper was published at a time when there wer
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* Rare 17th century title
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 325 years old.
This newspaper was done in question/answer format. This newspaper was published at a time when there wer
An 18th century extra re: Jay Treaty...
Item #661058
April 6, 1796
HERALD EXTRA, (New York), April 6, 1796 A folio size single sheet almost entirely taken up with discussion in the "Federal Legislature, House of Representatives" concerning the controversial Jay Treaty. See images for details. Never-trimmed margins, great condition.
1718 World's oldest daily newspaper...
Item #661046
September 20, 1718
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 20, 1718
* Early 18th century
This issue is over 300 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe and more. This title is the oldest continuously published daily newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. Also with some interesting advertisements as well.
A complete single sheet newspaper measuring about 7... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1670...
Item #661045
June 30, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 30, 1670
* 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, measuri... See More
The "humble" beginnings of Stephen Girard...
Item #661020
October 17, 1792
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Oct. 17, 1792 The front page features 21 illustrated ship ad making this a decorative issue. The ftpg. also has a small notice for the "Cincinnati of Pennsylvania" [The Society of Cincinnati] calling for a meeting of the standing committee (see image). The back page has an ad by Stephen Girard, for the sale of merchandise (inclu... See More
Naval battle between the Americans & British... Franklin the 'old fox'...
Item #661013
January 3, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, January 3, 1778
* Revolutionary War Tory original
* Rare Pro British issue from America
This was a Tory newspaper published in Philadelphia when the British occupied the city. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the masthead features an engravin... See More
Plates of Voltaire and Rousseau...
Item #660993
THE NEW LONDON MAGAZINE, England, March, 1792 Certainly one of the less common 18th century magazine, and this issue was never bound nor trimmed and still has the original outer wrappers--rarely found as such.Perhaps the most notable content would be the full page plate containing prints of: "Francis De Voltaire" and "John James Rousseau" with articles on both within th... See More
Foldout map of France... Canada content...
Item #660992
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1747
* Foldout map of France
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map titled in the cartouche: "FRANCE With Its Acquired Territories In Germany, and the Netherlands..." (see). This map shows considerable detail including a close-up view of the harbor & town of Toulon. The map also shows th
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* Foldout map of France
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map titled in the cartouche: "FRANCE With Its Acquired Territories In Germany, and the Netherlands..." (see). This map shows considerable detail including a close-up view of the harbor & town of Toulon. The map also shows th
Nice map of Irish Sea, Ireland, Wales, West England...
Item #660988
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1760 Inside has: "A Brief Account of the Negotiation between Governor Lyttelton and Artakullakulla (or the "Little Carpenter"), Deputee of the Whole Cherokee Nation & other Headmen and Warriors of that Nation". This text takes close to 3 pages and includes the full printing of the: "Treaty of Peace and Friendship Concl... See More
The Bahamas...
George Barrington... of eventual Botany Bay fame...
Item #660981
September 20, 1788
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, September 20, 1788 The first & second columns on page 284 contain the report of George Barrington's argument, trial and verdict. George Barrington would eventually be exiled to Botany Bay.
Page 287 also contains a report regarding plantations in the Bahamas. News of the day and period advertising are throughout.
Complete in 8 pages and is in nice condition.
B... See More
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