Eamon De Valera arrested...
Item #645670
August 16, 1923
THE DETROIT NEWS, August 16, 1923
* Eamon de Valera arrested (1st report)
* Irish Free State - Ireland president
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "IRISH TROOPERS TAKE DE VALEERA" with subheads. (see)
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 40 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, generally nice.... See More
News from America...
Item #645467
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1760 Among the articles in this issue are: "A Treatise on Canine Madness" "On The High Price of Candles" "Reflections by M. Maubert on the Importance of Canada" "A Description of Montreal & the Adjacent Country" "Some Account of Carisbrook Castle in the Isle of Wight..." which is accompanied by ... See More
Great foldout plate of a naval battle...
Item #645466
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1760 A prime feature of this issue is the very nice & dramatic foldout plate captioned: "A Representation of the Engagement between his Majesty's Ship the Monmouth Capt. Gardiner, and the Foudroyant, a French Man of War on 28th Feb., 1758" which shows a dramatic naval battle (see photo). This plate folds out to measures 9 by 14... See More
The Gloucester Sea Serpent...
Item #645457
May 16, 1818
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 16, 1818
* The Great New England Sea Serpent
The front page has a report headed and affadavit under:"Sea Serpent" and is signed in type: Joseph Woodward. (see)
Other news of the day with many ads. Complete in 4 pages, minor margin wear, generally nice.
Early 1910 Airplane exhibition... South Pole exploration...
Item #645355
April 9, 1910
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT, New York, April 9, 1910
* Early airplanes
* Antarctica
The front page features several photos from: "The Olympia Aero Exhibition at London" as well as several more pages of airplane photos. Also: "The Oil Fields of the Gulf of Mexico" which includes a map; "The South Pole - the Coming Antarctic Expeditions" which would hav... See More
Automobile Race... Gordon-Bennett Trophy...
Item #645345
July 25, 1903
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, N.Y., July 25, 1903
* Gordon-Bennett Cup automobile race photos
* Athy, Kildare County, Irleand
Full front page has two photos: "The Automobile Race In Ireland For The Gordon-Bennett Trophy."
Inside has a report about the race that includes six more photos.
Other topics with photos and prints throughout this 16 page issue. Good condition.
wikipedia no... See More
Death of Princess Diana... In a London newspaper...
Item #645341
August 31, 1997
THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC, Phoenix, August 31, 1997 (1st section) The bold headline reads: "World Mourns Diana", with subhead: "Did paparazzi chase princess to her death?", with multiple related photos and supporting text. The inside has additional coverage and photos as well (see images). Great to have coverage of one of the most tragic deaths of the late 20th century.
Included is... See More
Death of Princess Diana... In a London newspaper...
Item #645338
August 31, 1997
THE EXPRESS, London, August 31, 1997 (pgs. 1-4, 93-96) The bold, full-banner, 2-line headline reads: "DIANA IS DEAD", with subhead: "Princess and Dodi killed in car smash", with a large photo of the mangled vehicle and supporting text. The inside has additional coverage and photos (see images). Great to have this tragic event in a London newspaper.
Included are only pages 1-4 ... See More
Death of Princess Diana... In a London newspaper...
Item #645336
August 31, 1997
THE OBSERVER, London, August 31, 1997 (pgs. 1-4, 19-22) The six-column, 2-line headline reads: "Di reported dead with Dodi on Paris car crash", with subhead: "Tragedy happens during chase by press", with a large photo and supporting text. The inside has additional coverage and another large photo (see images). Great to have this tragic event in a London newspaper.
Includ... See More
Death of Princess Diana... In a London newspaper...
Item #645335
August 31, 1997
THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH, London, August 31, 1997 (pgs. 1-4, 25-28) The full-banner, 3-line headline reads: "Princess Diana and Dodi are Killed in Paris car crash", with subhead: "Paparazzi blamed as Mercedes smashes into wall", with a large photo and supporting text. Great to have this tragic event in a London newspaper.
Included are only pages 1-4 and 25-28, but quite displayabl... See More
Goosebump-generating death report from 1911...
Item #645277
October 28, 1911
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, October 28, 1911
* 1911 newspaper from New England
* Odd & mysterious death report
Among the various news items and advertisements of the day, the back page has a very unusual death report: "DROPS DEAD WHEN BIRTH TREE FALLS", which describes an elder man's demise upon his last stroke of an axe which felled his birth tree - a tree wh... See More
Thomas Paine to Washington, and Washington's slaves...
Item #645196
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, England, October, 1797 Among the many articles under "Review of New Publications" is: "A Letter to the Infamous Tom Paine, in Answer to His Letter to Gen. Washington, by Peter Porcupine." this is followed by: "Eposulatory Letter to George Washington, of Mount Vernon, in Virginia, on His Continuing to be a Proprietor of Slaves, by Edward Rushto... See More
Washington and Cornwallis in Virginia...
Item #645195
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, July, 1781 The "Historical Chronicle" begins with: "Plan for Putting an End to the American War & for Laying the Foundation of a Permanent Peace with the Thirteen Colonies". Another report has some good talk on military affairs in America including: "...Lord Cornwallis has entered Virginia; that a reinforcement has entered Chesape... See More
Amelia Earhart alone...
Item #645073
May 23, 1932
THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Nebraaska, May 23, 1932.
* Amelia Earhart Putnam
* Transatlantic flight (Airplane)
* 1st woman to achieve solo
The front page has a five column heading: "Amelia Flies in Storm to London" with subhead, photo and related map. (see)
Other news, sport and advertisements of the day. Complete in 12 pages, light toning and some wear at the margins. generally good.... See More
Emilio Carranza killed in airplane crash...
Item #644940
July 14, 1928
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, July 14, 1928
* Emilio Carranza killed
* Mexican aviator - airplane
* "Lindbergh of Mexico"
The top of the front page has a four column headline: "Carranza Is Killed in Crash; Body Found in Berry Patch; Believed Victim of Lightning" with subheads and related photo. (see) First report coverage on famous Mexican aviator, Emilio Carranza, ... See More
The HMS Resolute... The Westminster Clock Bell...
Item #644854
December 27, 1856
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, December 27, 1856 Among the noteworthy items within this issue is the frontpage 9 x 8 inch print of the new Westminster Clock Bell (of Big Ben fame), with supporting text (see images). Significant as well are the two prints related to the famous arctic exploring vessel "The HMS Resolute". Other prints include: "The Rev. Dr. Livings... See More
The "Spectator" newspaper by Addison & Steele......
Item #644852
June 8, 1711
THE SPECTATOR, London, June 8, 1711 This is one of the more famous "coffee-house" newspapers of the early 18th century, done by the famed Addison & Steele. A single sheet newspaper measuring 7 1/2 by 12 inches, nice condition.
Terrific & early on Botany Bay...
Item #644837
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1786 The first 2 1/2 pages are taken up with a lengthy & detailed report on the establishment of a penal colony in Botany Bay. It begins: "While the plan for settling a colony at Botany Bay is preparing to be carried into execution..." with much more, & including a description of the country as well as the natives (Aborigines)... See More
Foldout plate of Gibraltar... American news...
Item #644835
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1762 The prime feature of this issue is the nice foldout plate titled: "Plan of Gibraltar" which folds out to measure 8 by 18 inches (see). It includes an inset titled: "Bay of Gibraltar". There is a related & very detailed article: "The Advantages to England from the Possession of Gibraltar..." which takes over a ful... See More
French & Indian War... Braddock at Fort DuQuesne...
Item #644834
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1755 * Much on the French and Indian War
* Fort Duquesne... General Braddock
Over two pages are taken up with: "A Scheme Proposed for Driving the French out of the Continent of America in one Year's Time" which includes some interesting reporting on the on-going French & Indian War, including a list of 14 items which c... See More
French & Indian War... Hudson Bay fur trade...
Item #644829
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1754 * French & Indian War
* Much from America including the Hudson Bay fir trade
The "Historical Chronicle" near the back has a few items with American mention including: "Our North American navigators have found out a safe & good passage between the Colloredo rocks and Cuba which will shorten the passage from Jam... See More
The speech of Moses Bon Saam, a free negro...
Item #644827
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1735 * The speech of a free negro
* Flogging esteemed
Without a doubt, the most noteworthy item is the text the speech made by Moses Bon Saam, a free negro from Jamaica, which takes about 3 columns (see images). More can be discovered regarding this speech at: Moses Bon Saam.
A quite comical article is in regards to the benefits of flo... See More
Color print from 1896, ready for display...
Item #644824
December 18, 1896
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, London, December 18, 1896 This is a single leaf "Extra-Supplement" only, a color print of: "Two Little Doves, From a Painting by B. Hall". A nice item for display in very nice condition. Measures 11 by 15 1/2 inches.
Death of famed actress Ava Gardner...
Item #644814
January 26, 1990
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Jan. 26, 1990
* Ava Gardner death (1st report)
* Movie - film actress & singer
* Best title to be had ?
The bottom of the ftpg. has an article headed: "Ava Gardner, Sultry Film Star, Dies at 67 in London." and includes a photo of her. The article carries over to page 22 where there are 2 more photos of her, with husbands Mickey Rooney and Frank Sinatr... See More
The Temple of Heaven in Beijing, China....
Item #644752
February 22, 1873
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, Feb. 22, 1873 This is the "Extra Supplement" doublepage centerfold only, captioned: "The Temple of Heaven, Pekin" in China. See the hyperlink for more on this notable temple, which dates back to the early 1400's.
Great condition, 21 1/2 by 15 1/2 inches.... See More
Alfred Tennyson...
Item #644751
December 12, 1891
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT, New York, Dec. 12, 1891 Among the various articles with prints are: "Alfred Tennyson, Poet Laureate of England", "The New British Cruiser Blake", "The Prince of Wales and Family", and "The Great Bell of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart" "Wildfowl Shooting in Scotland" & much more.
Sixteen pages, a
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Sixteen pages, a
Albert Einstein's theory of space...
Item #644637
June 7, 1930
THE NEW YORK TIMES, June 7, 1930
* Professor Albert Einstein
* Theory of space as matter
Near the bottom of the front page is a two column heading: "Einstein in England Offers Another Theory, That Space Is Eating Matter, Reversing Events" (see)
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 36 pages, this is the rare rag edition that was produced on very high... See More
Amelia is the first woman to fly the Atlantic...
Item #644635
June 27, 1928
THE NEW YORK TIMES, June 27, 1928
* Woman aviator Amelia Earhart makes history
* Flight across the Atlantic Ocean
* Airplane "Friendship"
* Airplane "Friendship"
Page 14 has one column headings: " MISS EARHART BUYS LADY HEATH'S PLANE" "Plans Tour of America in the Machine That Flew From Cape Town to England" and more with two photos. (see) Coverage on Amelia Earhart ... See More
French & Indian War... Penna. Militia Act concerning the Quakers... With the plates...
Item #644599
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1756 The lead article which takes 2 1/2 pages has much concerning the French & Indian War, debating the troubles between England & France. Other articles within include: "...Remarks on a Scheme made use of by the French in Order to ascertain the Strength & Riches of their Dominions in America" "Signs of an Approach
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Much on George Whitefield... Methodism...
Map of Western Europe (portions)... Judaica...
Item #644598
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, August, 1739
* a map of Western Europe
* Judaica content
* Reverend George Whitefield... Methodism
One of the articles is titled: "A Dissertation Whether the Hebrews borrow'd any Customs from the Heathens? And Whether Temples were before the Tabernacle?" which takes most of a column.
Several pages contain articles
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* a map of Western Europe
* Judaica content
* Reverend George Whitefield... Methodism
One of the articles is titled: "A Dissertation Whether the Hebrews borrow'd any Customs from the Heathens? And Whether Temples were before the Tabernacle?" which takes most of a column.
Several pages contain articles
Reverend George Whitefield... Methodism...
Reports from South Carolina, St. Augustine, and Georgia... slavery...
Item #644597
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, June, 1739 Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe. One of the reports is from Switzerland & notes: "...people who went from this country to inhabit the British colonies of Carolina and Georgia are returning from thence, the climate not agreeing with them.
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Marriage of Rev. John Wesley...
Item #644595
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1751 This issue has the continuing story of the Crusades, with: "Of the Holy War" & "Saladin's Death & Character--A New Crusade". There is also a brief report of the marriage of the Rev. John Wesley: "Rev. Mr. John Wesley, methodist preacher, to a merchant's widow in Threadneedle Street
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1732 Trouble witih vampires...
Item #644529
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1732 * Early vampires ?
* Blood sucking deaths
The first 29 pages are taken up with: "A View of the Weekly disputes & Essays in This Month" which has various reports from the many newspapers in England including the Daily Courant, Universal Spectator, Applebee's Journal, Weekly Register, London Journal, Fog's Jou... See More
Explorer Roald Amundsen died at sea...
Item #644493
September 2, 1928
THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, September 1, 1928
* Roald Amundsen death confirmed
* Norwegian polar - arctic explorer
The front page has a three column headline: "Find Amundsen Plane Float; Off Dangerous Norway Point; First Clue to Fate of Six" with subheads. (see) First report coverage on the official death of Roald Amundsen.
Other news, sports and advertisements of... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #644462
October 25, 1675
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, October 25, 1675
* 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, measuring 6 1/... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #644461
July 23, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 23, 1674
* 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, measuring 6 1/2 b... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #644460
September 14, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, September 14, 1674
* 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, measuring 6 ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1683...
Item #644459
December 13, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, December 13, 1683
* 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, measuring abo... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...
Item #644458
June 14, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 14, 1686
* 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, measuring about 6... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...
Item #644457
July 8, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 8, 1686
* 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, measuring about 6 ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #644455
October 1, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, October 1, 1674
* 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, measuring 6 1/2... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #644454
August 3, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, August 3, 1674
* 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, measuring 6 1/2 ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...
Item #644453
January 7, 1683
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, January 7, 1683
* 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, measuring 6 1/2... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...
Item #644451
May 10, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 10, 1686
* 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, measuring 6 1/2 by... See More
Over 285 years old...
Item #644450
September 6, 1729
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, September 6, 1729
* 18th Century original
* Over 285 years old
This newspaper is over 285 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe, with interesting advertisements as well.
This title is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. A complete issue with 4 pages, measu
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* 18th Century original
* Over 285 years old
This newspaper is over 285 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe, with interesting advertisements as well.
This title is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. A complete issue with 4 pages, measu
Comets... South Carolina...
Engraving of an Egyptian woman in traditional dress...
Item #644398
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, April, 1743
* Engraving of Egyptian woman in traditional dress...
* Lengthy article on comets...
* News from South Carolina
Within this issue is an interesting & unusual engraving showing the traditional garb of an Egyptian woman, with related text (see photos).
Over 3 pages are taken up with a detailed article: "
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* Engraving of Egyptian woman in traditional dress...
* Lengthy article on comets...
* News from South Carolina
Within this issue is an interesting & unusual engraving showing the traditional garb of an Egyptian woman, with related text (see photos).
Over 3 pages are taken up with a detailed article: "
Map of the Old World before the Great Flood... More Protestant Germans for Georgia...
Item #644397
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1736 Perhaps of greatest significance is: "The People before the Flood did not Understand Navigation", with the accompanying sensational full page plate titled: "A Map of the Old World as it Appeared Before God Destroy'd it With the Waters of the Flood" (see photos). This pate has a bit of (typical) spotting, bu... See More
Sir Francis Drake... Numismatic interest...
Item #644396
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1740
Most of a page is taken up with two charts headed: "Monies and Coins of Asia and Africa" with subheads: "Accounts Are Kept" and "Coins their Value" (see photos) with a related article on the facing page.
A notable set of articles has "Life of Sir Francis Drake Continued--He Begins his
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Most of a page is taken up with two charts headed: "Monies and Coins of Asia and Africa" with subheads: "Accounts Are Kept" and "Coins their Value" (see photos) with a related article on the facing page.
A notable set of articles has "Life of Sir Francis Drake Continued--He Begins his
Much reading on the Revolutionary War...
Item #644395
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1778 The first article is: "Lord North's Propositions for Peace with America" taking over 4 pages. There is also a very lengthy item: "Extracts from the Congress Accounts of the Northern Expedition" which takes over 6 pages with terrific reading & includes a letter signed: "Horatio Gates" (see photos).T... See More
Poem to Ben Franklin with lightning rod reference...
Item #644394
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1754 Near the back of the issue is a half page poem titled: "To Benjamin Franklin, Esq., of Philadelphia, on his Experiments and Discoveries in Electricity"which is dated from "Cooper River, S. Carolina, Sept. 20, 1753" (see). At the bottom of the poem are two footnotes, one reading: "By the application of a rod of iron... See More
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