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Mention of John Paul Jones, and more...
Item #643518
May 30, 1780
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, May 30, 1780
* Revolutionary War
* Great masthead
On the front page under "London" is part of a letter from Amsterdam stating: "...that several English gentlemen have been in company with the celebrated Paul Jones, who relate that he is proud & haughty, and can talk nothing of sea affairs; however, he has the good manners not t... See More
Creating the District of Columbia...
Item #643379
January 27, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 27, 1791
* Creating Washington D.C. - seat of government
* President George Washington & Thomas Jefferson
The entire first column on page 2 is taken up with a very historic document: "A Proclamation" in which Maryland & Virginia both offered to cede to the United States land upon which the capital would be cr... See More
Congress resolved the state debt concern...
Item #643272
July 23, 1793
THE NEW HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE, Portsmouth, July 23, 1793 Page 2 has a report from Fort St. Clair: "...that every preparation for a campaign was making there: That several tracts of Indians had been seen round the fort...". An article mentions that Congress had resolved the setting of accounts between the United States and the individual states (see).
Four pages, never bound nor trimme... See More
"Harry the EIghth" Playing Cards...
John Adams script signatures... Trenton the federal capital...
Item #643002
October 19, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 19, 1799
* Two President John Adams script signatures
* Nice ad for King Harry the Eighth Playing Cards
* Trenton, New Jersey serves as Federal Capital
* Moses Gill proclamation and script signature
The front page features two Acts of Congress, each one signed in script type by the President: John Adams. One is a conclusion from a previous issue for ... See More
Pay set for the President and Vice President...
Item #642646
October 24, 1789
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Oct. 24, 1789
* Salaries for president & V.P. set
* George Washington & John Adams
* Early United States government
Pages 2 & 3 contain an address: "To George Washington, President of the United States of America" from the Governor of Connecticut, upon Washington's visit to the state, to which he responded with an addr... See More
Newspaper with the famous Ben Franklin imprint, with good content as well...
Item #642537
January 3, 1765
PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, January 3, 1765
* Most famous of newspapers
* Benjamin Franklin (rare)
This is perhaps one of the most famous newspapers of the colonial era, almost entirely because it was printed by the partnership of Franklin & Hall as indicated by the imprint at the bottom of the back page which lists him by name, and identifies him as the Postmaster as well: "Printed by B... See More
Reports from the ending events of the Revolutionary War...
Item #642523
October 10, 1782
THE SALEM GAZETTE, Massachusetts, October 10, 1782
* Revolutionary War ending events
Page 3 begins with a report from "Richmond" which includes: "General Clarke who commanded at Savannah...was very careful in preventing the burning of the town, which some incendiaries had attempted at the evacuation & extended his care so far as to leave a guard behind until General Wayne ... See More
Beautiful masthead... On the Battle of Eutaw Springs...
Item #642512
December 29, 1781
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, December 29, 1781
* Battle of Eutaw Springs
* Great masthead engraving for display
I have always thought this newspaper has one of the finest masthead, featuring an uncommonly large engraving with an Indian and an angel on either side of the "Journal", plus a 3-masted ship & other embellishments (... See More
Incredibly historic!
Announcement that the Constitution has been created...
Item #640371
September 18, 1787
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, September 18, 1787
* First announcement that the Constitution of the United States has been finalized
* In regards to historic announcements in U.S. history, this is rivaled only by the announcement that the Declaration of Independence had been signed
A singularly historic newspaper and the first time this issue has been ... See More
The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #640312
October 22, 1743
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, Massachusetts, October 22, 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 & Americ... See More
An advertisement concerning the "President's Household"...
Item #640022
May 30, 1789
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, May 30, 1789 Being from the nation's capital at the time, and from the very beginning of the new federal government (Washington was inaugurated April 30) it is not surprising this newspaper would have an ad on page 3 headed: "The President's Household" reading: "Whereas all servants and others, employed to procure provisions or supplies ... See More
From the nation's capital during its founding year...
Item #640020
February 13, 1789
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, Feb. 13, 1789 A nice newspaper from what was the nation's capital at the time, in fact Washington would be inaugurated in this city in just over 2 months. Pages 1, 3 & 4 are filled with ads, with news reports on page 2 including discussions from the New York legislature: "...on the bill for prescribing the times, places, and manners of choosing El... See More
From the nation's capital during its founding year...
Item #640014
February 4, 1789
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, Feb. 4, 1789 A nice newspaper from what was the nation's capital at the time, in fact Washington would be inaugurated in this city in less than 3 months. Pages 1, 3 & 4 are filled with ads, with news reports on page 2 including the conclusion of a fascinating article: "Extract from an Account of the Influence of the Military and Political events o... See More
From the nation's capital during its founding year...
Item #640013
February 2, 1789
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, Feb. 2, 1789 A nice newspaper from what was the nation's capital at the time, in fact Washington would be inaugurated in this city in less than 3 months. Pages 1, 3 & 4 are filled with ads, with news reports on page 2 including a fascinating article: "Extract from an Account of the Influence of the Military and Political events of the American Rev... See More
From the nation's capital during its founding year...
Item #640012
February 2, 1789
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, Feb. 2, 1789 A nice newspaper from what was the nation's capital at the time, in fact Washington would be inaugurated in this city in less than 3 months. Pages 1, 3 & 4 are filled with ads, with news reports on page 2.
Four pages, very nice condition.
From the nation's capital during its founding year...
Item #640011
January 31, 1789
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, Jan. 31, 1789 A nice newspaper from what was the nation's capital at the time, in fact Washington would be inaugurated in this city in just 3 months. Pages 1 & 4 are filled with ads, with news reports on page 2 & pg. 3 have news & ads.
Four pages, very nice condition.
John Wilkes, a supporter of the American cause...
Item #639817
August 29, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, Aug. 29, 1768
* John Wilkes - radical
* Pre Revolutionary War
The first half of the newspaper is taken up with the continuation of the "Narrative of the Hon. Commodore Byron" on his expedition around the world in the 1740's.
Near the back are reports from London noting in part: "...that most of the readers of our paper are such ... See More
Attempts for a peace proposal: colonies will not denounce their independence...
Item #639491
October 2, 1776
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, Oct. 2, 1776
* American Revolutionary War
* Great year to have (1776)
* Post Declaration of Independence
Most of the front page is taken up with several correspondences among Lord Drummon (with proposals for a peace treaty) and George Washington, and the Continental Congress. It begins with a letter from Drummond dated Aug. 17, 1776 beginning... See More
The Articles of Confederation...
Item #639486
March 11, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, March 11, 1778
* The Articles of Confederation (historic)
* American Revolutionary War
This was a strongly Tory newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia.
There are only a handful of documents in American history which can be considered cornerstones in the cre... See More
The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #639263
September 24, 1743
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, Massachusetts, Sept. 24, 1743
* Very rare 18th century magazine
* 1st successful magazine in America
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.
Heading the front page is: "Containing Acc... See More
John Adams.... Death on the frigate Constitution...
Item #639030
October 13, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 13, 1798 The front page has a letter from Maine: "To the President of the United States" concerning foreign encroachments on our land, which is followed by the: "Answer" signed in type: John Adams. Page 2 has a report of a death: "At Norfolk, Virginia, Dr. William Read, 28 surgeon of the United States frigate Constitution, and a... See More
Launch of the Merrimack...
Item #639029
October 17, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 17, 1798
* USS Merrimack launching
* Napoleon Bonaparte
Page 2 has a very nice account of the launch of the ship Merrimack (see). The ftpg. has: "Buonaparte's Expedition".
Four pages, very nice condition.
Recurring Sets - at a significant discount...
Item #638562
A set of four era-based newspapers, sent either monthly or quarterly (whichever you select), for as short or as long as you wish - guaranteed to be valued at less than half of the per-issue price...Have you ever had difficulty deciding which issues to add to your collection? Are you seeking to purchase a unique gift for someone, but are unsure of which issues to select? Perhaps one of our 4-is... See More
Recruiting for the frigate Boston, and more...
Item #638527
June 22, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 22, 1799 Half a column on page 3 is taken up with a detailed notice headed: "ATTENTION---SAILORS!!" "Pipe all Hands! Boatswain!!" which concerns the USS Boston (3rd rendition) and its involvement in the Quasi War and First Barbary War, noting the spoils to accrue to the sailors in naval action (see). Plus the back page has a nice rec... See More
Recurring Early Set (1600's - early 1800's) - sent once per quarter...
Item #638516
A set of four early newspapers (1600's - early 1800's), sent quarterly...Have you ever had difficulty deciding which issues to add to your collection? Are you seeking to purchase a unique gift for someone, but are unsure of which issues to select? Perhaps one of our 4-issue recurring sets will fit the bill. This listing is for:
A set of four early newspapers, one each from the 1600&... See More
Recurring Early Set (1600's -early 1800's) - sent once per month...
Item #638515
(4) A set of four early newspapers (1600's - early 1800's), sent monthly...Have you ever had difficulty deciding which issues to add to your collection? Are you seeking to purchase a unique gift for someone, but are unsure of which issues to select? Perhaps one of our 4-issue recurring sets will fit the bill. This listing is for:
A set of four early newspapers, one each from the 160... See More
Death of Patrick Henry...
Item #638282
June 26, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 26, 1799
* Patrick Henry death
* 18th century original
On page 2 under "Died" is an inconspicuous obituary that reads, in full: "In Virginia, the 6th inst. the Hon. PATRICK HENRY, Esq. one of the Envoys appointed the last Session of Congress, to treat with the French Republic".
The back page has the lyrics of a "S... See More
Counting the slaves... The infant Navy...
Item #638250
August 8, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 15 and 28, 1798 A notable pair of issues. The entire front page & a bit of pg. 2 of the Aug. 15 issue are taken up with: "An Act to provide for the Valuation of Lands & dwelling houses & the Enumeration of Slaves within the United States". It concludes by taking up most of the ftpg. of the Aug. 18 issue where it is signed in script... See More
Death of George Washington with an engraving of his coffin...
Item #637876
December 28, 1799
THE SPECTATOR, New York, Dec. 28, 1799
* President George Washington's death
* Historic 1st report (rare)
The front page begins with a nice letter from "The Senate...To the President of the United States" noting that they wish: "...to express to you their deep regret for the loss their country sustains in the death of General George Washington..." with much mor... See More
Washington's third state-of-the-union address...
Item #637211
November 3, 1791
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR THE WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 3, 1791
* President George Washington
* State of the Union Address
Over half of page 2 & a small part of pg. 3 are taken up with what was the third annual state-of-the-union address of the President, signed by him in type: G. Washington. This very historic message begins: "I meet you upon the present occasion with ... See More
Sam Adams... Building the frigate United States...
Item #636819
August 3, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 3, 1796
* USS United States construction
* Samuel Adams act
The first column on the front page has an Act of the Mass. Legislature signed in type by: Samuel Adams. Page 2 has: "French Victory on the Rhine" concerning Buonaparte. Also: "Intercourse With Canada". Also a brief yet notable report from Philadelphia: "The building of... See More
First magazine printing of the Constitution of the United States...
Item #636777
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, September, 1787 * First magazine printing of the Constitution of the United States
This title, along with the "Columbian Magazine", has the honor of being the first successful American magazine, both published in Philadelphia. The Museum was published by Mathew Carey and existed from January, 1787 thru the end of 1792. He was very proud of h... See More
Signing of Georgia's Constitution...
Item #636768
July 18, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 18, 1798 Over half of the ftpg. & part of pg. 2 are taken up with reports from the: "Proceedings of the Columbian Federal Congress". Page 2 has a report that the constitution for Georgia has been: "...fairly engrossed on parchment, the President & members of the convention signed the same...the great seal affixe... See More
Early Boston newspaper with a run away advertisement...
Item #636754
July 29, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 29, 1797 Perhaps the most successful newspaper in America after the Revolutionary War with various news and ads of the day. Pg. 3 has an ad: "Ran Away from Benj. Rogers...Aaron Winn, about 18 years of age...will give three dollars reward..." with more (see photos).
Four pages, scattered foxing, nice condition.
Detailed review of the militia...
Item #636752
September 27, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, September 27, 1797
* General William Hull
* United States military
Page 2 has an interesting article: "Review Of Militia" commanded by Major-General Hull, with various particulars (see). The back page features 14 illustrated ship ads.
Four pages, very nice condition.
George Washington signs an Act of Congress... A new fort at Pittsburgh...
Item #636751
June 2, 1792
THE NEW YORK JOURNAL & PATRIOTIC REGISTER, June 2, 1792
* President George Washington
* Act of Congress signed
* Fort Lafayette - Pittsburgh
Page 2 has 1 1/2 columns taken up with: "Law Of The Union - An Act...for Making Provision for the Debt of the United States" which is signed in type: Geo. Washington, President of the United States. Pg. 2 also has an item headed &q... See More
The new frigate 'United States' to be launched...
Item #636616
May 4, 1797
THE MINERVA & MERCANTILE EVENING ADVERTISER, New York, May 4, 1797
* USS United States to launch
Page 2 has a report datelined "Philadelphia, May 3" which notes: "We have good authority for mentioning that Wednesday next, the 10th instant, is appointed for launching the United States frigate; and that it will take place at two o'clock on that day, if the weather ... See More
Samuel Adams as governor of Massachusetts...
Item #636171
August 17, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 17, 1796
* Samuel Adams act
The front page has "An ACT for incorporating certain persons for the purpose of building a Bridge over the Acuishnet River in the town of New-Bedford." signed in type by the Mass. governor: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, nice condition.... See More
Benedict Arnold on the Battle of Quebec... Ethan Allen in irons...
Item #634818
February 22, 1776
NEW-ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR ESSEX GAZETTE, (Cambridge), Feb. 22, 1776
* Battle of Quebec - Canada
* General Benedict Arnold report
* Ethan Allen in captivity
* American Revolutionary War
The top of the first column begins with a report from Cork that: "...there has been commotions amongst the soldiers who are to embark for America; that a great numbers of them have deserted & ... See More
Best lots in the "Federal City" to be sold...
Item #634618
July 14, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, July 14, 1791
* Washington D.C. land sale
* Early U.S. government
The front page has a nice notice datelined "Georgetown, June 30, 1791", concerning the sale of a "Number of Lots in the Federal City." Mentions that the President of the United States approved the: "...Sites for the Public Buildings pursuant to the... See More
Josiah Flagg, Jr... King Louis... Death of General Burgoyne...
Item #633998
September 22, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 22, 1792
* King Louis XVI of France
* General John Burgoyne death
Front page has: "Proclamation, By The King Of The Frenchmen, Upon The Dangers Of The Country", signed in type: Louis. Page 2 has a Proclamation signed in type: Louis. Listed among the deaths on pg. 3 is: "In London, Lieut.-Gen. Burgoyne". Page three has a nice ... See More
News of the victory on the Nile...
Item #633727
November 19, 1798
THE FARMER'S WEEKLY MUSEUM: NEW HAMPSHIRE & VERMONT JOURNAL, Walpole, Nov. 19, 1798
* Lord Horatio Nelson victorious
* Battle of the Nile
* Napoleon Bonaparte
Page 2 has two notable report on the historic Battle of the Nile, with: "...confirm the very important intelligence of the VICTORY obtained by Sir HORATIO NELSON over the FRENCH FLEET near ALEXANDRIA..." with ... See More
Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...
Item #633692
November 16, 1774
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, November 16, 1774
* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead o
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* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead o
Philadelphia printing of the Constitution of the United States...
Item #633290
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, September, 1787* Philadelphia printing of the Constitution
* John Quincy Adams's Harvard commencement address
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. Comment... See More
Naval battle at Camperdown...
Item #633112
December 27, 1797
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Dec. 27, 1797 Page 2 contains a lengthy account headed: "Glorious Naval Victory!" which is the Battle of Camperdown in which the British defeat the Dutch (see hyperlink). This & related reports take about 2 1/2 columns of texts.
Four pages, handsome masthead, nice condition.... See More
Responding to the President's state-of-the-union address...
Item #633099
December 13, 1797
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Dec. 13, 1797
* President John Adams
Nearly half of the front page is taken up with the response of the Senate to President John Adams' state-of-the-union address, followed by his acknowledgement signed: John Adams. Page 2 has Adams's response to the House of Representatives, signed; John Adams.
Four pages, very nice conditi... See More
Much on the situation in France...
Item #633029
November 8, 1797
THE SPECTATOR, New York, Nov. 8, 1797 The front page has; "Another Revolution in France, or the Triumvirate Victorious". Pages 2 & 3 have considerable reporting on the situation in France.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, very nice condition.
Much on the Quasi-War with France...
Item #632863
September 5, 1798
THE SPECTATOR, New York, Sept. 5, 1798 Page 2 has: "Buonaparte" which begins: "Various are the opinions respecting Buonaparte's destination..." followed by several thoughts (see). The front page has: "Invasion" which is lengthy talk concerning military-related events concerning the "Quasi-War" with France (see hyperlink).
Four pages, never bound n... See More
1796 Samuel Adams...
Item #632851
July 30, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 30, 1796
* Samuel Adams, Massachusetts governor
* 18th century American original
The front page has a full column taken up with an Act of the Mass. legislature signed in type by its governor: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, very nice condition.
George Washington Act of Congress...
Item #632811
July 27, 1796
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 27, 1796
* President George Washington - lengthy Act of Congress
* 1796 Commencement at Harvard
Most of the front page is taken up with an Act of Congress concerning duties on carriages, which is signed in type: G. Washington, President of the United States (see).
Page 3 has reports from Savannah, Philadelphia, New York, Northampton, Po... See More
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