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Rare title from the 1600's...
Item #646400
April 27, 1689
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE ESTATES IN SCOTLAND, London, England, April 27, 1689 The year of this issue is printed in the dateline of the lead article on the front page, as the dateline contains only the month and day.
This is issue #14 of a short-lived title which existed to report on the ongoing disputes between the Scots and English. Much of the front page ... See More
Loyalists in New York are in fear of their safety...
Item #646246
October 16, 1782
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Oct. 16, 1782 Page 3 has nearly a full column headed: "American News" which is a detailed letter by a committee of Loyalists in New York who express great concerning about their safety & future should England grant the American colonies independence. One bit note: "...But should the great event of the Independency of the Thirteen Co... See More
The 1776 hanging of Nathan Hale...
Item #644241
December 2, 1776
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, December 2, 1776
* Hanging of Nathan Hale - American Revolutionary War
* "I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country" fame
The front page has an exceedingly significant--albeit brief & inconspicuous--report of an event known by any student of American history. In a letter dated Sept. 23 from New York is: ... See More
Thanks for repealing the Stamp Act... Indian troubles...
Item #643119
August 1, 1766
THE SCOTS MAGAZINE, Edinburgh, Scotland, August, 1766 Although formatted much like the more common "Gentleman's Magazine" this is a much more scarce title.
Inside contains: "The Speech of Francis Bernard, Governor & Admiral of Massachusetts Bay...to the Great & General Court of the said Province" which takes 2 pages. Includes a response to it. Also: &qu... See More
Battle of Princeton... On Washington's crossing of the Delaware...
Item #643018
February 28, 1777
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Feb. 28, 1777
* Battle of Princeton - New Jersey
* George Washington crossing the Delaware
* American Revolutionary War
Inside has: "Advices From America" has very nice content, beginning: "Many thousands from the province of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut & Penna. have already come in & claimed the benefit of the la... See More
Eskimoes in London...
Item #640740
January 1, 1773
THE SCOTS MAGAZINE, Edinburgh, Scotland, January, 1773 Although formatted much like the more common "Gentleman's Magazine" this is a much more scarce title.
Over 2 pages are taken up with: "Of the Ecclesiastical Establishment in America", signed: "A New England Man". Another page has a brief item noting; "An Esquimux [Eskimo] Indian captain, with his s... See More
New Jersey gets a new governor... Seventeen of the rebels convicted of high treason...
Item #640228
July 28, 1746
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, July 28, 1746 The ftpg. has a short bit: "His Majesty has been pleased to appoint Jonathan Belcher, Esq; to be Governor of Nova Caesarea, or New Jersey, in America, in the room of Lewis Morris, Esq., deceased." Following this is: "This day the Rebels lately convicted of High Treason, being in all 17, received sentence at the court house... See More
England and Scotland to be united: Parliament agrees to union with Scotland...
Item #639624
October 15, 1706
THE POST-BOY, London, England, Oct. 15, 1706
* "Treaty of Union" agreement
* England & Scotland to be united
This is a very significant issue on the history of the United Kingdom as the front page has a report datelined "Edinburgh, Oct. 4" which begins: "Yesterday the Parliament met with the usual solemnity & his Grace, the Lord High Commissioner'
... See More
* "Treaty of Union" agreement
* England & Scotland to be united
This is a very significant issue on the history of the United Kingdom as the front page has a report datelined "Edinburgh, Oct. 4" which begins: "Yesterday the Parliament met with the usual solemnity & his Grace, the Lord High Commissioner'
Death of Jonathan Swift... Early printing of "God Save the King"... Battle charts...
Item #639043
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1745 A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well (see). Further on is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh".
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Whipped for stealing from the dead...
Item #638060
April 10, 1739
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, April 10, 1739
* Rare 18th century title
* Grave robber sentenced
Page 3 has an item: "Yesterday the magistrates past sentence on the fellow, who was last week convicted of raising the dead bodies, & condemned him to be publickly whipt on the 20th inst. by the hands of the common hangman...".
Four pages, 8 1/2 by 10 3/4 inches, nice ... See More
Interesting perspectives on the situation in America...
Item #636756
March 21, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, March 21, 1780 Page 2 has a report noting: "...we are informed that since the retreat of the French & rebels from Georgia, that province is restored to a state of perfect tranquility. Those who had the insolence to refuse his Majesty's gracious offers of protection & security...have at least, either through fear or from conviction, submitt... See More
Paying taxes to support their own defense...
Item #634120
February 25, 1775
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 25, 1775
* Paying taxes to support their own defence
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions mounting
Page 2 includes a letter from London, reporting from the House of Commons, which cuts to the heart of the troubles between America and England, noting: "...following motion was made...That it is the opinion of the Committee that when the governo... See More
Holland to join the colonies to throw off dependence upon England?
Item #630327
April 22, 1769
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, April 22, 1769
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
* American colonies
Page 2 has reports headed: "America" from a letter from Boston, including in part: "...an anonymous letter...to Gov. Bernard...speaks highly of Gov. Bernard but contains the most malignant insinuations against some respectable gentlemen in this town...speaks of deep ... See More
A landmark case in medical jurisprudence...
Item #630218
April 11, 1781
RUDDIMAN'S WEEKLY MERCURY, Edinburgh, Scotland, April 11, 1781
* Poison or Apoplexy? The Chirurgeon’s Verdict
* Captain John Donnellan guilty & hanged
All of pages 1, 2, 3 & most of pg. 4 are taken up with details of the landmark case in medical jurisprudence, the trial of John Donnellan for the murder of his brother-in-law. In brief, the case is noteworthy because o... See More
An Act determining who will teach at universities......
Item #628450
August 13, 1689
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARLIAMENT IN SCOTLAND, London, England, August 2, 1690
* Very rare 17th century title
* Short lived publication
* William III of England era
A very rare title which lasted only from 1689 thru 1690. Crane & Kaye notes that only one American institution has any issues of this title. This issue is almost entirely taken with: "An Act for... See More
From between the Boston Massacre & the Boston Tea Party...
Item #622343
August 3, 1772
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 3, 1772
* Rare title
Pages 1 and 2 are almost entirely taken up with various European news, including military events, with pgs. 3 & 4 mostly taken up with ads.
Four pages, folio size, nice condition.
Printed during the Revolutionary War...
Item #620586
April 21, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, April 21, 1780
* Rare Revolutionary War era title
Although from the midst of the Revolutionary War I cannot find any reference to it, this issue filled primarily with reports from Europe, including military reports.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition.
A Proclamation by the King...
Item #620582
June 13, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, June 13, 1780 Although from the midst of the Revolutionary War I cannot find any reference to it, this issue filled primarily with reports from Europe, including a front page "Proclamation" by the King.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition.
A Proclamation by the King concerning riots and treason...
Item #620581
June 16, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, June 16, 1780 Although from the midst of the Revolutionary War I cannot find any reference to it, this issue filled primarily with reports from Europe, including a front page "Proclamation" by the King concerning treasonous activity.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, light wear to folds, generally nice condition.
Death of Jonathan Swift... Early printing of "God Save the King"... Battle charts...
Item #617334
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1745 A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well (see). Further on is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh".Another ... See More
African pirates...
Item #614208
June 12, 1796
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, June 12, 1794
* 18th century piracy
Near the bottom of pg. 3 is a brief report: "A party of African pirates...have landed lately on the coasts of Calabria from whence they carried off a considerable quantity of cattle and a few young women." (see)
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.... See More
On the Battle of Camden, South Carolina...
Item #613628
October 17, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Oct. 17, 1780
* Revolutionary War
The first column has much concerning General Earl Cornwallis including: "...several...prisoners taken in arms against the British forces had pardons in their pockets signed by the commander in chief, exonerating them from any punishment for their past offenses on condition of their taking the oath of allegiance ... See More
Trying to draw Washington into battle... Failed hopes of Capt. Cook's expeditions...
Item #613440
September 1, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Sept. 1, 1780 Inside includes: "...letter from Sir Henry Clinton...very full...& explicit on our affairs in America...account of Sir Henry's several times reconnoitering Washington's lines & he has given it as his opinion they are so strong & judiciously formed that unless he alters his position it would be hazardous to attack them... See More
Americans are convinced of their errors...
Item #613439
August 29, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Aug. 29, 1780 Inside has a brief item noting: "...I am told one of them said, 'That the news they were carrying was the best that had been brought since the American war began.' We flatter ourselves that the Americans are now convinced of their error, & have again submitted to that mild government they so happily seceded from a few years a... See More
Fighting General Washington...
Item #613434
August 4, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Aug. 4, 1780 Page 3 has: "...that so successful has Sir Henry Clinton been in the reduction of Carolina that there is not a frontier town round all the province but what is in possession of his Majesty's forces; so that all South Carolina is compleatly in peace & tranquility..." Also a letter from New York mentions: "A detachme... See More
Three issues from during the Revolutionary War...
Item #612759
February 26, 1780
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland. A trio of issues from during the Revolutionary War dated Feb. 26, March 11 & April 3, 1780. Each issue is from the midst of the Revolutionary War however I find little or no content relating to the war. Much news from Great Britain and elsewhere.
Four pages, folio size, minimal wear, generally nice.
Virginians turning their loyalty to the King...
Item #612488
July 18, 1780
EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, July 18, 1780
* Citizens of Virginia
* Loyalty to the king ?
* Benjamin Franklin
The front page has a letter frm Paris with some American news: "Tis reported at Versailles that the Virginians have renounced Congressional authority, set up the English royal standard, confided several of the principal gentlemen attached to Congress, & petition... See More
If only...
Item #611668
February 16, 1782
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 16, 1782 Page 2 has a note that: "Upon Sir Henry Clinton's arrival a board of enquiry will sit upon his conduct. One great error laid to his charge is the not establishing posts on Hudson's River in order to command it, and cut the rebellious colonies asunder...that had New York been only a fortified post & Philadelphia made the head... See More
John Paul Jones is applauded at the opera...
Item #611547
May 16, 1780
EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, May 16, 1780
* American Revolutionary War
* John Paul Jones at the opera
The front age has: "America" with news from the New York Gazette including: "...the present government of the Province of Connecticut have refused their consent to the requisition made by the Continental Congress...for raising & paying into the rebel treasury...T... See More
On General Fraser's work in Canada...
Item #611545
March 17, 1780
EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, March 17, 1780
* Revolutionary War
Over one-third of the front page is taken up with a: "Eulogium on General Fraser--From General Burgoyne's State of the Expedition from Canada, just published" (see for portions).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.
Revolutionary War events in the South...
Item #610853
April 19, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, April 19, 1779 Two columns on pages 1 & 2 are taken up with: "Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America in the Years 1766, 1767, and 17678. By J. Carver..." which has some interesting reading. One item notes: "...many obstructions would arise to my scheme from the want of good maps and charts; for the French, whilst they retai... See More
Three issues from during the Revolutionary War...
Item #607527
February 9, 1780
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland. A trio of issues from during the Revolutionary War dated Feb. 9 & March 20, 1780, and April 21, 1781. Each issue is from the midst of the Revolutionary War however I find little or no content relating to the war. Much news from Great Britain and elsewhere.
Four pages, folio size, minimal wear, generally nice.
Relations with America...
Item #606551
June 9, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, June 9, 1780 The bottom of the front page begins a letter which takes two-thirds of pg. 2 concerning relations with America, beginning; "I shall wave mentioning any thing with regard to the American war; so much has been said pro and con by men of superior abilities...this is not my design, but I shall confine myself to a few of the most notorious rec... See More
Eat whole wheat bread... Both the die & plate numbers...
Item #605620
October 25, 1773
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Oct. 25, 1773
* Rare 18th century title
* Die & plate numbers
Most of the front page is taken up with an article which could have been found in any trendy organic magazine today: "The Great Advantage of Eating Pure and Genuine Bread Comprehending the Heart of the Wheat, with all its Flour."
The front page has the full red tax stamp w... See More
France to take over Rhode Island...
Item #598297
December 18, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, December 18, 1779
* Revolutionary War
* Rhode Island
Page 3 has an item: "Now that Rhode Island is evacuated it is said D'Estaign will take immediate possession of it in the name of his Most Christian Majesty as it is expressly stipulated in one of the articles between the French King and the Congress that the French shall have... See More
Blaming the Tea Act for the Revolutionary War...
Item #598296
December 15, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Dec. 15, 1779 Nearly half of the front page has "Parliamentary Proceedings" which includes some discussion of events in the war in America, including; "General Grant appealed to the candor of the House for a few words to clear himself from any blame in the loss of St. Vincent's. He sailed from New York with 5000 troops..." and: &qu... See More
Item #598295
November 13, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, November 13, 1779 Although from the midst of the Revolutionary War I find no war-related content. Yet a nice issue from the era with European reports of the day.
Four pages, folio size, various notations in ads & their margins, very nice condidtion.
The whereabouts of John Paul Jones...
Item #598288
November 6, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Nov. 6, 1779 Page 2 has a report noting: "...gentleman...from Holland declared at a coffee-house near the 'Change, that he saw Paul Jones at the Hague last Thursday evening. He says he was dressed in scarlet, trimmed with gold, that he is much caressed by the Dutch, and that he saw his ships all lie in the Texel..." (see).
Four pages, folio... See More
Trying to support Washington's mission...
Item #598287
November 3, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Nov. 3, 1779 Most of the front page is taken up with: "Further Thoughts on the Present Posture of Affairs, October, 1779" which has as its theme: "The two great parties into which this kingdom is unhappily divided, can agree in nothing but in maintaining & propagating one grand and capital mistake relative to the welfare of this n... See More
Early reporting on John Paul Jones...
Item #598277
September 11, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Sept. 11, 1779
* Early John Paul Jones report
* Pre HMS Serapis encounter
* American Revolutionary War
Page 3 has a letter which includes: "...of the critical situation of our coast, as per affidavit made by 7 seamen who deserted in a boat from Commodore Paul Jones's ship...they had 2000 sea and land forces on board, with combustibles, pr... See More
From the midst of the Revolutionary War...
Item #598275
August 23, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 23, 1779
* Rare Revolutionary War era title
Although from during the midst of the Revolutionary War this issue has no war-related content. All the content is European in nature. Complete in 4 pages, folio size, some period notations in ads & their margins, very nice condition.
Early mention of John Paul Jones...
Item #598274
August 16, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 16, 1779
* John Paul Jones
* Revolutionary War
Almost the entire front page is taken up with: "Some Account of the Life & Adventures of the Honourable JOHN BYRON, Vic-Admiral of the Blue, & Commander in Chief of the British Fleet in the West Indies." continued in a future issue. Inside has a letter from New York which include... See More
The situation with America...
Item #598250
August 9, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 9, 1779
* Rare Revolutionary War era title
The entire front page is taken up with the continued: "The History of the Opposition During the Last Session of Parliament" which has much concerning the Revolutionary War.
Inside is mostly taken up with European reports, although a few brief references to the Revolutionary War.
Four pages,... See More
The defeat of Charlestown...
Item #598249
August 7, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 7, 1779
* Battle of Stono Ferry
* Charleston, South Carolina
* General Augustine Prevost
Inside has: "...have advice of Charles-Town [Charleston] being taken by storm on the 10th of June last...schooner that had left New York six days who gave him an account that Charles-Town had surrendered to the King's forces on the 11th of June.&... See More
The situation with America...
Item #598248
August 4, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 4, 1779
* American Revolutionary War
Over half of the front page is taken up with: "Extracts from a Pamphlet...the History of the Opposition During the Last Session of Parliament" which includes much concerning the Revolutionary War, a few bits including: "...that the most formidable foes of Great Britain were nursed in her... See More
Offering Yankee officers the same rank in the British army...
Item #598246
July 28, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, July 28, 1779
* American Revolutionary War
* Continental Army officers
Page 2 has a report from a letter from New York which notes in part: "Our force here & on Long and Staten Islands...would exceed 20,000 men..." with the detail of the county (see). Also: "It has been talked of here to offer the rebel officers the same rank the... See More
Re-union with England should be wanted...
Item #598026
July 7, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, July 7, 1779 Page 2 has a letter which includes: "It is impossible to speak of the continuance of the rebellion in North America without the deepest concern...proofs of our sincere disposition to put an end to those troubles...the malignant designs of the enemies of Great Britain cannot long prevail against the evident interests of those unhappy prov... See More
Americans about to give up?
Item #598014
June 30, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, June 30, 1779 Page 2 has a report from Portsmouth, Virginia, concerning a naval encounter (see). Also: "...that the night before he conducted in an express from Butler to Sir Henry Clinton, who confirms the account that 300 rebel troops who were going to the relief of Wyoming had been all cut off by the Indians...further brought in an account that a ... See More
Virginians wish to return to the King...
Item #598013
June 28, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, June 28, 1779 Page 2 has a report from Rivington's Royal Gazette of New York which includes: "...informed that the Loyalists & Indians have attacked & entirely routed a body of continental troops sent to protect the inhabitants & defend the fort & town of Wioming [Wyoming] on Susquehanna, totally destroying the fort & all the ... See More
Latest news on the Revolutionary War...
Item #598011
June 19, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, June 19, 1779 Page 2 has a report which includes: "...The rebels were growing every day more distressed & more dissatisfied & their leaders more divided. the Congress and the state of Pennsylvania had got into a high quarrel about a prize ship, each claiming it as its right..." and also: "...Butler...was briskly at work on the front... See More
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