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William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #697371
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
The radical, pro-American John Wilkes is committed to the Tower of London...
Item #697319
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, May 9, 1768 * John Wilkes jailed - radical
* Pre Revolutionary War
(currently spelled Gloucester). Page 2 has an impassioned letter signed in type by the radical journalist & politician John Wilkes. It begins: "In support of the liberties of this country, against the arbitrary rule of ministers, I was before committed to the TOWER and am now se... See More
Rare issue of the Oxford Gazette... Death toll from the Great Plague...
Item #697267
December 28, 1665
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, Dec. 28, 1665
* Earliest & Rarest of newspapers to be had
* Great Plague of London - epidemic deaths
This is an extremely famous--and rare--title being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world. This is the #13 issue.
Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal ... See More
Front page Act signed by Sam Adams... Other thoughts on the Jay Treaty...
Item #697252
July 20, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 20, 1795
* Samuel Adams
* Jay Treaty
Half of the front page is taken up with an Act of the Massachusetts legislature, signed in type by the governor: Samuel Adams.
Much of page 2 is taken up with: "Observations Against The TREATY." being the controversial Jay Treaty.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, never-trimmed margins, small bindin... See More
Concerns about the pending Jay Treaty, with Washington's response...
Item #697239
August 31, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Aug. 31, 1795
* John - Jay's Treaty concerns
* George Washington response
Page 2 has a letter from the people of Morris County, N.J. on their concerns about the Jay Treaty. Also a similar letter from the merchants of Phila. to the President followed by: "The President's Answer" signed in type: Geo. Washington.
Four pages, very handsome... See More
Terrific wealth of content... Washington on exchanging prisoners... France acknowledges America's independence...
Item #697223
July 26, 1777
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, July 26, 1777
* American Revolutionary War era
* 18th century - from The Enemy
* General George Washington
The front page has some war reports including: "...that Sir William Howe takes the field with 13,000 rank and file only...he proposes to direct his course through the Jerseys to Philadelphia, but as Mr. Washington has occupied..." with... See More
Naval battle between the Americans & British... Franklin the 'old fox'...
Item #697219
January 03, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Jan. 3, 1778
* Revolutionary War Tory original
* Rare Pro British issue from America
This was a Tory newspaper published when the British occupied Philadelphia. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.
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Washington's anger over the murder of Captain Huddy...
Item #697218
May 21, 1782
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, May 21, 1782
* Captain Joshua Huddy execution - hanging
* General George Washington angry reaction
* American Revolutionary War
Two-thirds of the front page is taken up with "Debates in the House of Commons Upon the American War". An excellent report providing much insight into the discussions on the troubling si... See More
The "humble" beginnings of Stephen Girard...
Item #697217
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.
The back page has an ad by Stephen Girard, for the sale of merchandise (including French... See More
Foldout map of France... Canada content...
Item #697215
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...".
This map shows considerable detail including a close-up view of the harbor & town of Toulon. The map also shows the so
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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...".
This map shows considerable detail including a close-up view of the harbor & town of Toulon. The map also shows the so
Notable attempt at price controls during the War... Much fine war content...
Item #697211
July 15, 1779
THE AMERICAN JOURNAL & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Providence, Rhode Island, July 15, 1779
* Very rare American Revolutionary War publication
A truly rare title from the Revolutionary War, as it lasted for less than 1 1/2 years from March, 1779 to August, 1781. This is the volume 1, #18 issue.
The entire front page & most of the back page are taken up with what one scholar calls: &quo... See More
Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown...
Item #697208
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, London, December and the Appendix issue for the year 1781* Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis
* Surrender at Yorktown VA Virginia
* Revolutionary War from the enemy
Certainly the most historic report in this issue--and perhaps in any issue from the Revolutionary War--is that near the back of the issue under "American Affairs". It is an "Extract... See More
Inhabitants of New Zealand... Plate of Algernon Sidney...
Item #697207
July 01, 1773
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, July, 1773 Near the back is a nearly full column report headed: "America - New York". Also an article: "Interesting Anecdotes of the Life of Algernon Sydney, the English Patriot" as well as a full page plate of him. Sidney was an English politician who was accused of platting against the life of Charles II, for which he would be executed.
Ov... See More
The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #697098
April 30, 1743
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, April 30, 1743 This was the very first successful magazine in America, preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short years.
As the subtitle reads: "Containing Accounts of the Propagation & Revival of Religion in Great Britain & America", th... See More
When the population of Pittsburgh was 1,355...
Item #697097
January 21, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Jan. 21, 1796
* 18th century Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
* Mad Anthony Wayne & John Wilkinson
Page 3 has a report headed: "Pittsburgh" noting: "We hear from Fort Washington that General Wayne has left the army on a visit to Phila. and that General Wilkinson has taken the command at Greenville. The number of inhabitants ... See More
Detailed report from the Dept. of War on the ports & harbors of the U.S...
Item #697096
February 03, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Feb. 3, 1796
* During George Washington's administration
Most of the front page is taken up with a: "Report From the Department of War, Relative to the Fortifications of the Ports and Harbours of the United States", with details city by city.
Four pages, very nice condition.... See More
Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #697093
November 23, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, Nov. 23, 1713
* Rare 18th century publication
This editorial-format newspaper was edited by the famed Jonathan Swift at this time (of Gulliver's Travels fame), It promoted a Tory perspective on British politics, at a time when Queen Anne had replaced Whig ministers with Tories.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper as was typical of the day, 7 1/2 by 13 inches... See More
Governor of Massachusetts & his Assembly...
Item #697081
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, April 25, 1768 * Colonial America reporting
(currently spelled Gloucester) The front page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Boston, New England, dated March 7" which hints at the dissension among the citizens which would ultimately result in the Revolutionary War.
A few items note: "...I never will have any dispute with the represen... See More
See the displayable front page from the 18th century...
Item #697042
March 10, 1725
THE POST-BOY, London, March 10, 1725
* Nice masthead engravings
One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.
Single sheet, 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, very nice, displayable condition.
Battle of Bunker Hill... Washington as Commander-in-Chief...
Item #697032
June 27, 1775
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 27, 1775
* Battle of Bunker Hill - Charlestown
* Siege of Boston, Massachusetts
* George Washington named commander
* American Revolutionary War
Almost the entire front page is taken up with a terrific and vitriolic attack on General Gage concerning his actions at Boston, the full text shown in the photos below, with bits including: ... See More
From the last year of Washington's administration...
Item #697024
December 03, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Dec. 3, 1796
* During George Washington's administration
A very typical late 18th century American newspaper with a good mix of news reports of the day and advertisements. A fine opportunity for an early newspaper at a low price.
Four pages, very nice condition.
1796 Acts by Sam Adams...
Item #696953
March 16, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, March 16, 1795
* Nice 18th century masthead
Page 2 begins with two Acts from the Mass. legislature, each signed in type by the governor: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, wide never-trimmed margins, small binding holes at the blank spine, great condition.... See More
On the Battle of Guilford Court House...
Item #696922
April 24, 1781
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, April 24, 1781
* Battle of Guilford Courthouse
* Greensboro, North Carolina
* General Charles Cornwallis loss
Page 2 has some nice war content. The 2nd column begins with: "By accounts from General Greene's army as late as the 24th ultimo, we learn that Lord Cornwallis is retreating towards Cross Creek and that o... See More
Work towards creating a treaty with America... Latest on the war...
Item #696921
September 30, 1779
THE AMERICAN JOURNAL & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Providence, Rhode Island, Sept. 30, 1779
* Very rare American Revolutionary War publication
A truly rare title from the Revolutionary War, as it lasted for less than 1 1/2 years from March, 1779 to August, 1781.
The front page begins with a report from the House of Commons concerning the appointment of commissioners to work with America t... See More
Maryland resolves for peace, but only if independence is assured...
Item #696918
August 01, 1782
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, August, 1782
* American Revolutionary War
* Maryland for peace
Under: "American Affairs" is a report from Annapolis which includes: "...announcing the arrival of Sir Guy Carleton at New York as a commissioner for making peace or war in North America...to enable the King of Great Britain to conclude a peace or truce with the United States (b... See More
The Siege of Ninety-Six and more military events in South Carolina...
Item #696741
August 28, 1781
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, August 28, 1781
* Siege of Nintey Six - South Carolina
* General Nathanael Greene defeat
* American Revolutionary War
Half of page 2 is taken up with a letter from Major General Greene in which he officers much on the Siege of Ninety-Six.
Additional reports carry over to page 3 with much more detail on the military event... See More
News from nearly 300 years ago...
Item #696721
September 23, 1727
MIST'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, Sept. 23, 1727
* Rare 18th century title
* Red tax stamp
A quite rare title containing a wide variety of news of the day. Obviously much news from London, including a bit noting that: "Several scaffolds erected against the coronation have been demolished by the surveyors o the works, not being substantially built." Another item notes ... See More
Death of King George III's son...
Item #696684
May 08, 1783
THE GENERAL EVENING POST, London, England, May 8, 1783 The front page begins with a report of the death of King George III's four year-old son: "On Saturday last...died his Royal Highness Prince Octavius, his Majesty's youngest son, to the great grief of his Majesty and all the Royal Family." There is another reference to his death on the front page.
Four pages, good condi... See More
John Hancock on the Shays' Rebellion... Notes from the Constitutional Convention...
Item #696675
June 28, 1787
UNITED STATES CHRONICLE, Providence, Rhode Island, June 28, 1787
* Daniel Shay's Rebellion
* John Hancock proclamation
* Constitutional Convention
This title has one of our favorite mastheads, which includes two engravings: one the arms for Rhode Island, and the other the arms of the United States, making this a very displayable issue.
Page 2 has: "A Proclamation" wh... See More
Runaway slave ad, and more...
Item #696660
February 17, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 17, 1791 Among the back pager ads is one noting: "...state of Maryland on 20th of November, a negro man slave commonly called Will Potts..." with much more. Also one headed: "Ten Pounds Reward" for: "...a Negro Man named Henry..." with descriptive information.
Four pages, good condition.... See More
Napoleon... A ladies' academy..
Item #696655
April 01, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, April 1, 1797 The front page begins with a lengthy letter signed in type: Buonaparte, written to his "Executive Directory". Inside includes ads for a "Ladies Academy" and a runway Negro woman headed: "Twenty Dollars Reward".
Four pages, very nice condition.
Slavery... The controversial Huddy-Asgill Affair...
Item #696529
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, January, 1787 One of the more intriguing articles is: "Letters Relative to the Treatment of Capt. Asgill, while Prisoner in the American Army, being a full Refutation of the Charges of Inhumanity Exhibited in London Against General Washington". This is on the Huddy-Asgill Affair. Website have full details, but in brief Capt. Huddy, an American ... See More
On the French & Indian War... Troops in Canada...
Item #696527
April 21, 1761
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 21, 1761
* French and Indian War
* Robert Rogers & more
The front page has a letter concerning the French & Indian War which includes in part: "...Major Rogers passed lately thro' this city on his return from Detroit or Fort St.Joseph...We are glad that Mr. Rogers is gone to Carolina as he is so very capable of conducting an I... See More
Decorative front page with a John Hancock signature...
Item #696510
July 22, 1790
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, July 22, 1790 Most of the first column is taken up with an Act of the Mass. legislature signed in type by the governor: John Hancock, & headed with a nice coat-of-arms engraving.
Four pages, handsome masthead, wide never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
After Cornwallis' surrender: questioning the war...
Item #696481
January 10, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 10, 1782
* American Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century from The Enemy
Beginning on the front page & continuing on page 2 is a report noting: "...have information that Sir Henry Clinton had dispatched General Leslie with a reinforcement of troops to Charlestown [Charleston]..." with more reports on Charleston. Then another letter Cha... See More
On the necessity of continuing the war in America...
Item #696479
January 08, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 8, 1782
* Revolutionary War
* From The Enemy
Almost all of page 4 is taken up with: "Letter VII To the People of Great Britain" which begins: "I am called on...to answer a number of queries, respecting the propriety & necessity o carrying on the American war..." which sets the tone for this lengthy letter.
Eight page... See More
European interest in American wheat...
Item #696463
February 01, 1773
ARIS'S BIRMINGHAM GAZETTE, England, Feb. 1, 1773 From just before the Revolutionary War began. There is a small bit on page 3 concerning the importation of wheat from America. Otherwise the content is almost entirely European.
Four pages, full red tax stamp on the front page, good condition.
Early newspaper from Scotland...
Item #696461
July 20, 1759
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, July 17, 1759
* French & Indian War era
* 18th century original
* Uncommon publication
A typical newspaper of the day from doing one of the final years of the French & Indian War in America. I find no American content save for a brief item: "This week a large quantity of gunpowder was shipped for New York." The back page is ... See More
Philadelphia printing of the Constitution of the United States...
Item #696414
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, September, 1787 * Philadelphia printing of the Constitution of the United States
This title, along with the "American Museum", has the honor of being the first magazine to print the Constitution of the United States. Both publications were from Philadelphia, the city where the Constitution was created.
Comments from the Library Company ... See More
Seven issues from the year after the Stamp Act repeal...
Item #696343
June 02, 1766
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England A lot of seven issues all dating from 1767, the year after the Stamp Act repeal, so much celebrated in the American colonies.
I find no related content, and each of the issues is either damaged or in 2nd rate condition due to wear, tears, etc. A great opportunity with a wealth of reading from this significant year.
German Protestants heading for Louisiana...
Item #696179
June 23, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 23, 1767 The middle of the back page has a brief item: "We hear that Mounteford Brown has obtained the grant of an extensive track of land in British Louisiana bordering on the Mississippi, a very fertile territory & intended to be settled with German emigrants & other protestant families from the continent."
Another item notes: "..... See More
Reports on the French and Indian War...
Item #696147
January 20, 1761
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 20, 1761
* French and Indian War
* Fort Prince George - Cherokees
Page 3 has news reports headed: "America" with a New York dateline, noting in part: "... that the Creeks and Shawnees joined with the Cherokees are supposed to make their number 5 or 6000, some say 7 or 8000, who intend to lay siege to Fort Prince George and destroy al... See More
Military reports from Charleston, and much more...
Item #696145
January 10, 1761
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 10, 1761 Two-thirds of page 5 are taken up with various reports headed: "America" with Charleston datelines. It begins: "General Monckton, commandeering-chief of his Majesty's forces in the southern parts of North America, as acquainted the governments of Virginia and Maryland that it is expected that Virginia will provide 200 men and Ma... See More
News from America...
Item #696143
January 03, 1761
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 3, 1761 The front page has a short item headed: "America" concerning the death of William Carver, who leave behind 106 descendants.
Page 6 has reports from "America" with datelines of Boston, New York and Philadelphia on the arrival of troops from England, including: "...General Amherst came to town from Albany...eight compan... See More
A futuristic look at America vs. England...
Item #696102
May 11, 1769
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 11, 1769 Most of the front page is taken up with a review of a new book: "Private Letters from an American in England to his Friends in America" from an interesting standpoint. It is prefaced with: "...These letters are supposed to be written...towards the close of the 18th century by a young American who is stimulated by curiosity to pay a v... See More
Creek and Choctaw Indians warring against each other...
Item #696093
March 02, 1769
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 2, 1769 Page 6 has a report from Charleston beginning: "The war between the Creeks and Choctaws is carried on with great inveteracy. The latter have sent the3 former a formal challenge to meet them man for man and decide their differences in one pitched battle. Attakullakulla, or the Little Carpenter, returned some time ago...having concluded a firm ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1698...
Item #695988
July 21, 1698
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 21, 1698
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Nearing the beginning 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... See More
Foldout map of Eastern Europe...
Item #695917
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1739 Map Only* Foldout map of Eastern Europe
* 18th century original
Nice foldout map of Eastern Europe showing what would seem to be portions of Ukraine, Turkey, and vicinity (see photos). This is only the second fold-out map offered in Gentleman's Magazines.
Although it is missing small sections of the top corners, has a small p... See More
On the Cape Cod Lighthouse...
Item #695903
December 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, December, 1797
* Highland Lighthouse
* North Truro, Massachusetts
* Cape Cod seashore
The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back several pages contain news items of the day.
Among the articles are: "Directions for Observing Cape Cod Light-House" which takes 1 1/2 pages; "Character of Lo... See More
Rare reference to both the Great Fire & the Great Plague...
Item #695842
October 01, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 1, 1666
* The great plague
* London fire report
The back page contains a report: "The Plague continuing still very dangerous at Cambridge, Peterborough, and other places near the City of Ely, the Lord Bishop of Ely hath thought fit to prohibit the holding of the Fairs of St. Luke & St. Audrey at Ely this instant October." plus the back ... See More
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