The troublesome Americans...
Item #568901
December 8, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 8, 1774 The ftpg. includes some reports from the: "House of Commons" with American mention, including: "...his Lordship introduced several pertinent observations on the present spirit of the Colonists, their resolves, meetings, and in particular their intended non-importation agreement..." (see photos).
An inside pg. has most of... See More
Reacting to the Boston Port Bill...
Item #568866
June 18, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 18, 1774 Almost the entire front page is taken up with: "A Review of the Present Administration", being a review of a pamphlet of this title and which gives much attention to the results of the Boston Port Bill . The photos show most of the article, which begins: "The Boston port bill is a measure planned with the utmost wisdom & policy.... See More
No trade with the Creek Indians...
Item #568864
June 14, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 14, 1774
* No trade with the Creek Indians
* Pre Revolutionary War
Page 6 has a brief item noting: "On the 22nd Sir James Wright, Governor of Georgia, issued a proclamation prohibiting all trade and intercourse with the Creek Indians..." with a bit more (see).
Other news of the day, mostly European, with many advertisements as well. Eigh... See More
House of Commons...
Item #568853
April 30, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 30, 1774 Page 6 has some reports from the House of Commons, which includes some talk of the Administration of Justice Act for Massachusetts (see). There is some additional discussion on the back page as well.
Much other news, mostly European, plus a wealth of ads as well. Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, partial red ink tax stamp on page 2, and in ve... See More
Regulating life insurance...
Item #568848
April 19, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 19, 1774
* Life Insurance regulated
The back page has a curious article: "The following is an Abstract of the Act for Regulating Insurances Upon Lives". An early item on regulating the life insurance industry (see photos).
Other news of the day, mostly from Europe, with a wealth of advertisements as well. Complete in eight pages, ... See More
Supporting the Americans... Trouble with the Creek Indians...
Item #568847
April 16, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 16, 1774 Over a full column on page 6 is taken with with a report from Charleston relating to the trouble with the Creek Indians (see photos).
The back page has an item which notes: "A writer treating of the present disputes relative to the Bostonians says, 'It is true, we did assist America in the late war, but did they not assist us, for whils... See More
Creating Trumbull County...
Item #568828
March 3, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 3, 1774 An inside page has over a full column concerning how to deal with the American situation. See photos for the full text.
Another page has reports from Boston and New York headed "America" and includes: "...on Thursday last the Tea, which was saved out of Capt. Loring's brigantine, was landed at the Castle by order of the Officer... See More
How wrong they were!...
Item #568777
January 27, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, January 27, 1774 The back page has a brief yet very interesting item concerning the future events of Britiah-American relations, noting: "...great sums were likewise expended to protect the Bostoniains, etc. who by their conduct did not deserve protection; that instead of keeping troops there at a vast expence, we might only send them over able officers &a... See More
On the Boston Port Bill and more...
Item #568728
June 21, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 21, 1774 An inside page has over a full column beginning: On perusing in your paper of May 31, an extract from a pamphlet, entitled Considerations on the Measures carrying on with respect to the British Colonies in America, some reflections occurred to me on that Authors reasoning, which I would wish to communicate to the public through your paper and it i... See More
From the Revolutionary War era...
Item #568592
August 24, 1780
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 24, 1780 Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.
This is a complete, 8 page newspaper and a very famous title with various news of the day, political reporting and many advertisements as w... See More
Counterfeiters beware...
Item #568280
July 20, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 20, 1773 An inside page has: "Animadversions on the late Act for Preventing the Clipping and Diminishing of the Gold Coin of this Kingdom". Another report headed: "America" is concerning: "...the island of St. Vincent, the Carribs, formed into small parties in the night, plunder the inhabitants & render property extremely insec... See More
Creating the Committee of Correspondence...
Item #568278
July 13, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 13, 1773 An inside page has over half a column headed "America" with news reports from New York and Newport, Rhode Island, the former noting: "...from Surinam...who informs us that the disturbances with the Negroes at that settlement were settled by a smart engagement in which many of them were killed..." and also: "...letters from... See More
The governor forbids illegal meetings to consider the Acts of Parliament...
Item #568276
October 11, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 11, 1774 A brief report notes that: "...letter from Mobile, in West Florida, mentions that the town of Villa Real, near New Orleans, had in the night been set upon by a large party of Indians who murdered several of the Spaniards..." with a bit more (see).
The back page has a significant report, being a proclamation signed in type by th... See More
History of Jamaica...
Item #568107
July 26, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 26, 1774 The entire front page is taken up with: "The History of Jamaica..." (photo shows the beginning) which carries over to page 2, then continued in a furure issue.
Inside has a: "Curious Account of the Highland Robbers" and other reports from England and the rest of Europe, including several military events.
Eight pages, 8 1... See More
1780 Revolutionary War Era...
Item #568075
November 4, 1780
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, November 4, 1780 A newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.
This is a complete, 8 page newspaper and a very famous title with various news of the day, political reporting and many advertisements ... See More
Suffering through the blockade...
Item #568068
July 12, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 12, 1774
* Boston, Massachusetts shipping blockade
Inside has an "Extract of a Letter from Boston" which begins: "We shall soon be in a deplorable situation in this town; no vessels are now permitted to enter the port & none will be allowed to depart after the 14th..." and ending: "...I intend removing to Salem during the... See More
News from Charleston...
Item #568024
November 27, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 27, 1773
* Pre Revolutionary War era
* Early Charleston, South Carolina
Inside has over half a page of reports from the South Carolina Gazette (see for beginning), plus other news of the day with advertisements as well.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition.
Southern United States in 1773...
Item #568022
December 2, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 2, 1773 An inside page has a report headed: "America" with a Charleston dateline, beginning: "Letters from West Florida inform us that it is thought the seat of government will be removed to the Mississippi & that a new Custom House is actually established at Manchack..." (see). Other news and ads of the day.
Eight pages, 8 1... See More
The troublesome Americans...
Item #567994
December 8, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 8, 1774 The ftpg. includes some reports from the: "House of Commons" with American mention, including: "...his Lordship introduced several pertinent observations on the present spirit of the Colonists, their resolves, meetings, and in particular their intended non-importation agreement..." (see photos).
An inside pg. has most of t... See More
Trouble brewing in America...
Item #567993
December 6, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 6, 1774 The entire front page is taken up with a review of a pamphlet titled: "The Interest of the Merchants and Manufacturers of Great Britain in the present Contest with the Colonies stated & considered", which begins with: "This writer begins with shewing the great obligations the colonists have been under to Great Britain from
... See More
Pre revolutionary war tensions...
Item #567953
November 19, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 19, 1774 Page 2 has a report from New York noting the arrival of a ship which ran afoul of a French ship (see).
Page 5 has 2 desertion ads, with particulars (see).
Most of a column on the back page is an: "Extract of a Letter from Boston, New England" reporting in part: "...acquaint him that with grief, this county has viewed an exertion for... See More
The governor forbids illegal meetings to consider the Acts of Parliament...
Item #567919
October 11, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 11, 1774
* Early Southern America - Indians
* The governor forbids illegal meetings to consider the Acts of Parliament
A brief report notes that: "...letter from Mobile, in West Florida, mentions that the town of Villa Real, near New Orleans, had in the night been set upon by a large party of Indians who murdered several of the Spaniards...&quo... See More
General Gage killed?...
Item #567893
October 1, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 1, 1774 Inside has a report noting: "...some commotions at Boston in New England, that a very great number of the army have deserted; and that some mischief has been done. It was also reported that General Gage was killed & that two regiments of his troops have revolted..." (see).
The back page has some American content including: &quo... See More
South Carolina joins with the other colonies...
Item #567888
September 17, 1774
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, September 17, 1774
* South Carolina joins rest of colonies in tensions w/ British
* Boston Port Bill
Page 3 ha a letter from Boston relaying the plight resulting from the Boston Port Bill (see). Another page has a terrific letter attacking the "insolence" of the American people concerning taxation and their plight from the Boston Port Bil... See More
Early proponent of using whole wheat...
Item #567728
October 14, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 14, 1773
* Early proponent of using whole wheat
The full ftpg. is taken up with: "The Great Advantage of eating Pure and Genuine Bread comprehending the Heart of the Wheat with all its Flour", seeming to be a proponent of whole wheat flour.
Half of page 2 has reports from the South Carolina Gazette in Charleston relating to the: "... See More
Trade with American Colonies...
Item #567709
October 21, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 21, 1773
* Trade with American Colonies
An inside page has some discussion on the value of trade with the colonies and elsewhere (see), taking most of a column (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition.
The king shuts down the land office...
Item #567665
November 2, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 2, 1773
* Early North Carolina
* The king shuts down the land office
A small item on pg. 2 headed "America" has news from Baltimore noting that in North Carolina: "...his Excellency Governor Martin hath received instructions from his Majesty for shutting up the Land office in that province, & that similar orders are s... See More
Dueling... King's Proclamation...
Item #567652
November 20, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 20, 1773 The entire front page is an article concerning dueling (see for beginning). An inside page has a few brief reports headed: "America".
The back page has "By the King, A Proclamation" for rescheduling a session of Parliament (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition.... See More
Dueling... King's Proclamation...
Item #567628
November 20, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, November 20, 1773
* Early dueling
* Pre Rev. War
The entire front page is an article concerning dueling (see for beginning). An inside page has a few brief reports headed: "America". The back page has "By the King, A Proclamation" for rescheduling a session of Parliament (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice co... See More
Brief Judaica item...
Item #567600
October 30, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 30, 1773
* Judaica Jewish Jews
A brief pg. 2 item notes: "A great number of Jews who have lately been driven from the Prussian dominions, have settled at Gotenburg, where they are going to form a trading company under the auspice of his Swedish Majesty." (see photos).
Other news of the day, mostly from England. Complete in eigh... See More
Trade with American Colonies
Item #567596
October 21, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 21, 1773
* Trade with American Colonies
An inside page has some discussion on the value of trade with the colonies and elsewhere (see photos), taking most of a column (see photos).
Eight pages, about 8 1/2 by 11 inches, and in nice condition.
The trouble with trade with the colonies...
Item #567595
October 19, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 19, 1773 The entire ftpg. it taken up with a very early article on the benefits of eating whole grains, titled: "The Great Advantage of Eating Pure and Genuine Bread".
An inside page has a letter: "Encouraging the Consumption of British & India goods, by Luxury in the Colonies..." which includes: "...But our trade wit... See More
Early proponent of using whole wheat...
Item #567593
October 14, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 14, 1773
* Early proponent of using whole wheat
The full front page is taken up with: "The Great Advantage of eating Pure and Genuine Bread comprehending the Heart of the Wheat with all its Flour", seeming to be a proponent of whole wheat flour.
Half of page 2 has reports from the South Carolina Gazette in Charleston relating to the: &q... See More
Early animal conservation... On counterfeit bank notes...
Item #567524
July 22, 1773
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 22, 1773 Pg. 3 has a fascinating letter from New York concerning a woman challenging a man to a duel to protect her own honor (see).
Half of an inside pg. is taken up with: "Abstract of the Act for the more effectual Preventing the Forging of the Notes or Bills of the Governor and Company of the Bank of England...". The same page has an item whi... See More
Reference to John Paul Jones... Reference to Benedict Arnold's defection...
Item #567395
March 27, 1781
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 27, 1781 Page 2 has an item referencing the famous naval battle involving John Paul Jones, with: "...Displeasures of his B.M. in regard to what has been done for Paul Jones is equally groundless...". Another item on pg. 2 extending to pg. 3 includes: "...negociation intended to lay the plan of a treaty of commerce to be concluded between th... See More
Movements of British troops in America...
Item #567311
July 14, 1781
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 14, 1781
* Movements of British troops in America
* Revolutionary War from the enemy
The back page has some news from America including : "...letters from Earl Cornwallis to Sir Henry Clinton with an account of his Lordship having effected a junction with the troops under the command of Brigadier General Arnold, in consequence of w... See More
Cornwallis in Virginia...
Item #567310
July 24, 1781
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 24, 1781
* A naval encounter
An inside page has: "American News" taken from the New York Gazette and includes mention of a naval encounter, and: "...was so discouraging a circumstance as to prevent the greater part of the militia from proceeding...consented to continue their march, & after suffering every inconvenience from... See More
From the Revolutionary War era...
Item #567199
August 22, 1780
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, August 22, 1780 Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.
This is a complete, 8 page newspaper and a very famous title with various news of the day, political reporting and many advertisements as w... See More
Cornwallis in the South... Congress on pay for the soldiers...
Item #565497
December 23, 1780
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, December 23, 1780 Page 2 has various items on the Revolutionary War including a report from Charleston which notes: "...last accounts from Lord Cornwallis inform us that he was with the army in North Carolina, that the people submit to him in great number & that he meets with no opposition in his march...of the most notorious rebels in South Caro... See More
L'Enfant creates Washington, D.C...
Item #564633
August 10, 1793
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 10, 1793 Page 2 has a report noting: "The new city of Washington in America was planned by Mr. L'Enfant, the celebrated engineer. the situation is fine, and in a great degree central; the river Potomack washes three parts of it, and flows by the President's house, at which place it is 35 feet in depth; the length of the city is seven miles..." wi... See More
Pre-Stamp Act to just prior to the Revolutionary War...
Item #562418
THE LONDON CHRONICLE. A collection of ten issues, one from each year 1763 thru 1772, crossing the critical period from the just prior to the Stamp Act to just before the outbreak of the pre-Revolutionary War tensions. Each 8 pages & in nice condition.
Pre-Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #559421
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, 1760's A lot of 10 issues of this famous & popular newspaper at a bargain price. A good set to show the state of affairs in England and the world shortly before the American Revolution. All are complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, & are in nice condition.
Three Revolutionary War newspapers, with war news...
Item #215703
THE LONDON CHRONICLE (three issues) England, dated 1775, 1776, and 1777 - all with war news.The set of issues contain 8 pages/each, from during the Revolutionary War., each containing actual Revolutionary War news. The issues also include a wide variety of additional content including news reports, political reports, advertisements, etc., which give a flavor of life in England during... See More
A London Revolutionary War newspaper...
Item #202927
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, 1777 A fine issue from during the middle of the Revolutionary War with actual war reporting. Additional varied content, presenting an interesting perspective of what life was like in London--home of the "enemy" of the colonists--during this historic period, is also included. Various news of the day and many ads as well. Measures 8 1/2 by 1... See More
From the midst of the Revolutionary War...
Item #121116
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, 1777-1779 A fine newspaper from during the middle of the Revolutionary War with varied content, presenting an interesting perspective of what life was like in London--home of the "enemy" of the colonists--during this significant period. Various news of the day and many ads as well. Any war reports would be minor - or not present at all. The iss... See More
One of the more popular & successful newspapers of the day...
Item #120029
LONDON CHRONICLE, England, 1762 We will select a nice issue from this early year. This genuine newspaper has 8 pages and measures about 8 by 11 inches. It is filled with various news of the day, mostly European, with various ads as well. A few years earlier it was one of the best sources for reporting the French & Indian War, and in another dozen years it would provide extensive co... See More
From the year of the hated Stamp Act...
Item #120047
LONDON CHRONICLE, 1765 We will select an issue from this historic year of the Stamp Act.This was one of the more popular & successful newspapers of the day, publishing through the Revolutionary War and well into the 19th century. Eight pages, nice condition, measuring about 8 by 11 inches.
Item #120924
THE LONDON CHRONICLE OR, UNIVERSAL EVENING POST, 1758 This 8 page newspaper is over 250 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe also with some interesting advertisements as well. A complete newspaper measuring about 7 by 11 1/2 inches and in nice condition. Fine and very early newspaper which is less common than the London Gazette.
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