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NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT AND STATE GAZETTE, Concord, June 22, 1843 The front page has the Report, Of the Warden, Physician and Chaplain of New Hampshire State Prison, June Session, 1843. Takes two columns and concludes on pg. 2. Other news of the day includes: "The President's Route" "General Jackson" and much more. Several interesting advertisements as well. Stray writing above the masthead, otherwise in nice condition. 4 pages.

THE DAY, New London, Connecticut, May 5, 1930

* Nashua NH New Hampshire fire
* 1st report

This 16 page newspaper has a six column headline on the front page: "Seven Fires About New London; Thousands of Acres Burn Over; Rage All Night; Loss Unknown" with subheads that include: "Fire at Nashua Razes 250 Homes, $3,000,000 Loss" "Three Mile Area Swept by Flames--Many Narrow Escapes Are Reported"

This tells of the great fires in New England which destroyed a large section of Nashua, New…

NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT AND STATE GAZETTE, Concord, Aug. 4, 1842 On the front page under Impeachment of the President are the charges which Mr. Botts proposed to prefer against the President. Stray writing above the masthead, some fold foxing, otherwise in good condition.

MANCHESTER MEMORIAL AND PEOPLES, HERALD, New Hampshire, Dec. 22, 1841  Has literary content, topical reports, bits of news, and ads. Nice masthead.
Has a small hole at the fold juncture, a few stains above the masthead, and a foxing spot in the middle.

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, April 24, 1858  The front page shows: 'Senator Hale, of New Hampshire' with an accompanying large illustration. 'Travel Notes in Bible Lands' features two illustrations. 'The Island Prison of the King of Delhi" also features three illustrations. Terrific and very displayable full page: 'An Army Train Crossing the Plains'. Two half pages on: 'The Bivouac' and 'The March Across the Plains in a Snowstorm' plus text: 'The War in Utah'. Text: 'Three Weeks with the Stock…

LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, December 20, 1940

* New Hampshire earthquakes

The front page has a nice banner headline announcing: "CITY SHAKEN FROM SLEEP BY EARTHQUAKE" with subheads. First report coverage on the New Hampshire earthquake with the epicenter near the town of Ossipee. Nice to have in a New England title. Nice for display.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 14 pages, a few tiny binding holes along the spine, nice condition.

N.H. PATRIOT--EXTRA, Concord, New Hampshire, Feb., 1838

* Rare title

Just below the dateline is "Incontrovertible Facts -  Democrats, Read ! " with most of the content being politics and finance reports. Four pages, very nice condition.

THE YOUNG EAGLE, Marlboro, New Hampshire, March, 1879  This was an amateur newspaper, meaning printed by a hobbyist. Such issues were popular in the late 19th century and most had a very short life. This is the volume 1, number 3 issue. They were typically of small size and issued monthly.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, 7 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches, minor foxing/dirtiness to a portion of the front page, good condition.

ILLUSTRATED NEWS, New York, Feb. 12, 1853  Phineas T. Barnum was the co-owner of this early illustrated newspaper which preceded both "Leslie's Illustrated" and "Harper's Weekly", the latter two becoming immensely more successful. This effort by Barnum and the Beach brothers would last for only 48 issues, or less than one year.
Among the prints are: "Capt. Ericsson Explaining His Invention to the Editor4s of New York" "Ball of the New York Fire Dept. at the Astor Place Opera House" "Floating…

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, October 7, 1893  Front full pg. illus. of "Drilling the Crew of the 'Vigilant'." Inside is a 1/3 pg. portrait of "Dr. Jacob Gould Schurman, President of Cornell University." 1/2 pg. illus. of "Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, Showing the Principal Buildings." Full pg. of illus. of "Old Strawberry Bank - Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and Vicinity." Two full pgs. of illus. of "Defenders of the America's Cup, Past and Present." 1/2 pg. illus. of "F. S. Church in his…

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 31, 1760  

* Anglo-Cherokees War
* South Carolina Indians
* British colonial settlers

The front page has two small bits: "...letters from Charles Town, South Carolina...we learn that the Cherokee Indians had laid down their arms & were gone home." Also: "...from Portsmouth in New Hampshire that...his Excellency 'Governor Wentworth was married there to Miss Hilton...".
Page 6 has a report headed: "America" with news taken from the New York Gazette…

THE NEW YORK TIMES, April 1, 1941

* re. Manchester, New Hampshire parade 
* Cox v. New Hampshire case upheld 
* United States Supreme Court decision
* Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society member
* Jehovah's Witnesses movement stalled 
* Charles Taze Russell followers - Bible Students 

Page 26 has a brief and very discrete report with one column heading: "Ban on Parade Is Upheld". (see image)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because there was really no reason to save it at…

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, May 30, 1857  Front page includes a 1/3 page illustration featuring a nice view of the town of: 'Concord, New Hampshire'. Several illustrations from "The Rebellion in Borneo - A British Walker" including: 'Drying the heads of their enemies' over a fire. Two half-page illustrations entitled: 'Chinese War Junks' and 'Announcing to a Mandarin a Defeat of the Imperial Troops'. 'Doctor Rae and the New Arctic Expedition" and has a 1/4 page illustration of 'Doctor Rae'.
…

THE MASSACHUSETTS CENTINEL, Boston, March 1, 1788

* United States Constitution
* State of New Hampshire
* Pillar illustration - cartoon

  This is one of the most desired & elusive issues of this  title to be had, as it contains one of the cherished "pillar cartoons". The only other newspaper we have discovered that used the pillar cartoons is the Independent Chronicle, also from Boston.
 Russell, the publisher, devised a cartoon showing each state as a column for the new "federal…

THE MASSACHUSETTS CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 13, 1788

* United States Constitution
* Ratification of the states
* Pillar illustration - cartoon

This is one of the most desired & elusive issues of this  title to be had, as it contains one of the cherished "pillar cartoons". The only other newspaper we have discovered that used the pillar cartoons is the Independent Chronicle, also from Boston.
 Russell, the publisher, devised a cartoon showing each state as a column for the new federal…

WAR JOURNAL, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Aug. 13, 1813

* Very rare War of 1812 publication

 This is the first of this title we have seen in our 50+ years. It only existed for 40 issues (this is # 23), from March 12 - Dec. 14, 1813.
As the title should suggest the focus of the newspaper was the ongoing War of 1812, but there is other content as well.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, slightly irregular at the blank spine from disbinding, nice condition.

Background: War Journal was a…

THE SHAKER, Shakers, New York, and Shaker Village, New Hampshire, July, 1877

* Uncommon title

A monthly publication "Published By The United Societies" for folks in the Shaker community, quite famous today for the style of furniture they produced. This issue has much religious-related content.
Eight pages measuring 13 x 10 1/2 inches, a little irregular along the spine, generally in very nice condition.

Background: This July 1877 issue of The Shaker represents a rare, primary-source artifact of…

NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT & STATE GAZETTE, Concord, New Hampshire, May 20, 1822

On the front page under "Laws Of The U. States" are seven "Acts" each signed in type: James Monroe. One of the acts provided "for the relief of the purchasers of public lands prior to the first day of July, eighteen hundred and twenty," This issue contains other news of the day and numerous ads. 

Complete in four pages with stray handwriting above the masthead, very few foxing spots, a slight irregular spine.…

NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT & STATE GAZETTE, Concord, New Hampshire, May 23, 1820  Page two of this issue contains a letter from President Monroe to both the Senate and the House of Representatives in regards to correspondence between the United States and Spain respecting the treaty which concluded on February 22, 1819. This is signed in typed: JAMES MONROE.
Other news and advertisements, including an illustrated Masonic ad.
Complete in four pages, slight irregular left spine, some scattered…

NEW HAMPSHIRE TEMPERANCE BANNER, Manchester, February 1848

* Rare anti Alcohol - temperance publication

A scarce title, not recorded in Union List of Serials, and the American Antiquarian Society has only 5 issues.
The motto in the masthead: "Wine is a Mocker, Strong Drink is Raging; Whosoever is Deceived Thereby is Not Wise."
As would be expected, much content on the prohibition of alcohol in society.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, minor wear at margins, nice condition.

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New Hampshire Patriot And State Gazette, Concord, New Hampshire, August 22, 1836 

* President Andrew Jackson
* U.S. - Republic of Venezuela treaty

On the front page under an engraving of an eagle grasping arrows in its talons.

"A Proclamation" announcing: "Treaty of Peace, Friendship, Navigation, and Commerce between the United States of America and the Republic of Venezuela..."

Hereafter is the text of the treaty, signed in type: Andrew Jackson.

Other news of the day with…

NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT AND STATE GAZETTE, Concord, New Hampshire, March 14, 1836 On the front page under "Stoney Point" are details about this strategic location on the Hudson River, with much about its role & significance during the Revolutionary War. Area of foxing in unrelated text in the upper left corner.

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, October 3, 1868  The front page of the issue features a halfpage illustration "Prize Animals at the New Hampshire Fair, September 15-19, 1868". A halfpage illustration "Patrick J. Whelan, Condemned for the Murder of T. D'Arcy M'Gee" features an accompanying article. A halfpage illustration "The Dead Soldier and His Faithful Dog" also has an accompanying article. A full page Thomas Nast illustration entitled 'The Modern Samson' shows a Black man as Samson.  A full…

VETERAN'S ADVOCATE, Concord, New Hampshire, May 1, 1889  

* For veterans of the Civil War

This newspaper is: "Devoted to the interests of the G. A. R. [Grand Army of the Republic] and all veterans of the War of the Rebellion" as the Civil War was then called.
Several of the articles are reflective of Civil War events.
Four pages, nice condition.

Background: The Veteran's Advocate, published in Concord, New Hampshire, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, served as a vital…

THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, with the "Supplement" as well, May 2, 1768  

* John Dickinson
* Colonial Boston

Inside pages have various reports from colonial cities with one item from New London noting: "...that New Hampshire, Connecticut and New Jersey did soon after the repeal of the stamp act, return their thanks to the committee of merchants for their services in that most important matter..." with more.
There is also a letter of gratitude headed: "To the Very Respectable Inhabitants of the Town of…

LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Leominster, New Hampshire, January 4, 1932

* Dover NH New Hamsphire
* Morrill Block fire

This 8 page newspaper has one column headlines on the the front page:

* DOVER, N.H., HAS BIG FIRE
* Four-Story Business Block in Heart of City IS Destroyed

Tells of the Morrill Block fire in Dover, New Hampshire caused by spontaneous combustion.

Other news of the day. Little spine wear, otherwise good.

ILLUSTRATED NEWS, New York, Oct. 15, 1853  Formatted much like Harper's Weekly, but published 4 years previous to the more famous title. P.T. Barnum was a "Special Partner" in this publication as noted on one of the back pages.
The front page has a print of: "Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Jerusalem".
Among prints within are: "Imperial Pawnbroker's Shop, Paris" "The Column of Vendome, Paris". "Sketches In Mexico" include: "The Great Cathedral & plaza, City of Mexico" "Village of Arispe". "New…

HILLSBORO' TELEGRAPH, Amherst, New Hampshire, Sept. 23, 1820

* Early New Orleans, Louisiana Voodoo
* African American religion folklore
* Spells - human sacrifices - magic

 A short-lived newspaper, existing just 2 1/2 years. This is the volume 1, number 39 issue.
A typical newspaper of the day with various reports inside including items from England, Baltimore, Cuba, New Orleans and elsewhere. The article from New Orleans is: "Idolatry", an early report concerning voodoo. It notes in…

THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 5, 1930

* Gandhi arrested - The Mahatma
* Nashua NH New Hampshire fire

The front page has a two column headline: "GANDHI SEIZED BY BRITISH FOR INDEFINITE DETENTION; TROOPS POSTED FOR CRISIS" with subheads. (see)
Also one column headlines that include: "FIRE SWEEPS NASHUA; OVER 1,000 HOMELESS" and more.  Coverage on the great fires in New England which destroyed a large section of Nashua, New Hampshire.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete…

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, Oct. 5, 1861  The full front page is taken up with: "The New Hampshire Sharp-Shooters - The Telescopic Rifle" which has 6 prints of the "Berdan Sharpshooters at Weehawen" led by Capt. A. B. Jones.
Other prints inside include: "The Men-of-War in Our Harbor" "Munson's Hill, the Advanced Post of the Rebel Army on the Potomac" "Bailey's Cross Roads Advanced Post of the United States Army  Opposite Munson's Hill" "United States Mississippi Gunboats being Built at…

NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Dec. 31, 1869

* Women's Woman's Suffrage Convention
* Concord, New Hampshire

The front page has an article: "Woman's Suffrage Convention" at Concord, New Hampshire. The report mentions comments by Julia Ward Howe, and others.
Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed, some staining & minor margin wear.

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, June 19, 1886  Front page print of: "William Dean Howells". Nice fullpg. print: 'Coaches at Jerome Park on a Race Day'. Very nice fullpg: 'Mount Popocatepetl' from Mexico, is beautiful. Fullpg. Nast political illustration: "Both" plus much more.
Other news and advertisements of the day are included. Complete in 16 pages.

HARPER'S WEEKLY, August 17, 1901, from New York. fullpage "Tantalus-in-Town" poem and drawings by Louis Akin; fullpage illustration "Music at Marine Park, Boston" by Toaspern; House-Boat Life in the United States; doublepage centerfold photos "Fifth Avenue, as Seen from the Top of a Stage"; fullpage "The Laughing Girl" by Sir Joshua Reynolds; Old Home Week in New England'' ; and other news of the day. See photos for full details.

NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT & STATE GAZETTE, Concord, April 6, 1819.
 
* President James Monroe
* Early 19th century Concord New Hampshire 

The front page has: 

* An Act making appropriations for the support of government for the year one thousand and eight hundred and nineteen..., signed in type: James Monroe. 

Other news of the day includes: "Fire At Savannah" "Fire At Portland" "Elections" and more. 

Stray writing above the masthead, minor stain in the text of the act, archival…

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, March 28, 1868  Great full front page: "George T. Brown, Serving the Summons on President Johnson" concerning his impeachment. Inside is a nice, full page Winslow Homer print: 'The Morning Walk - Young Ladies' School Promenading the Avenue' with accompanying article. 
Also a one-third page portrait: 'The Late Daniel Lord.'; a half page illustration: 'The Western Prairie Farmer Running the 'Fire-Guard.'; a full page: "Las Cumbres Railroad, Mexico - Scene in the Pass…

THE NEW YORK TIMES, section 4 only, May 28, 1939

* USS Squalus (Sailfish) sinking disaster
* Submarine test dive off New Hampshire

The front page of this section has a nice banner pictorial with heading: "Fort Fathoms Undersea An Heroic Rescue Is Made" with smaller subheads.
Other topics throughout. Complete section 4 only with all 10 pages, rag edition in nice condition.

background: The USS Squalus sank during a test dive on May 23, 1939, off New Hampshire due to flooding from a…

NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT & STATE GAZETTE, Concord, Jan. 5, 1824 The front page has: The Post Boys Address To The Patrons of the New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette. Takes 2 1/3 columns. Hole affects two words in the address, bit of lite fold foxing.

THE DETROIT NEWS, June 21, 1933 

* End of Prohibition - repeal
* Iowa - Connecticut - New Hampshire
* Beer - liquor returns

The front page has a one column heading: "DRY IOWA JOIN REPEAL PARADE" with subhead. (see images) First report coverage on the states of Iowa, Connecticut and New Hampshire ratifying the repeal of prohibition.
Complete with 32 pages, rag edition in nice condition.

CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, July 12, 1933 

* End of Prohibition in Oklahoma
* Connecticut & New Hampshire
* Beer - liquor returns

The front page has a five column heading: "Beer Is Voted, but Troops Guard It" with subheads. (see images) First report coverage on the states of Oklahoma, Connecticut and New Hampshire ratifying the repeal of prohibition. Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day.…

DAILY PEOPLE, Concord, New  Hampshire, June 27, 1870  This 4 page newspaper is in good condition (except for some noticeable tape mends). Various news of the day & many interesting advertisements which gives a good idea how life was back then. Unusual name for a newspaper from this Southeastern New Hampshire town.

THE NEW HAMPSHIRE JOURNAL, Concord, Oct. 9, 1826  Most of the front page is taken up with a biographical account of "Major-General Joseph Warren" including a report on his death at the Battle of Bunker Hill. Included is an engraving of his memorial.
Page 3 has: "A Proclamation" by the governor of New Hampshire for a "Day of Thanksgiving, Bravery and Praise". Pages 1 & 2 contain a: "Letter from Mr. Jefferson" fro the year prior, signed in type: Tho. Jefferson.
Four pages, damp staining at the…

AMERICAN HERALD OF LIBERTY, Exeter, New Hampshire, Nov. 12, 1793  

* President George Washington
* Rare 18th century publication
* Act of U.S. Congress signed

This title existed for just over 3 years. Brigham notes that only 3 institutions have this date in their holdings.
Page 2 has a document signed by the President: Geo. Washington concerning the recognition of a French deputy for New Hampshire, Mass., and Rhode Is. This is followed by another similar document for a deputy for…

NEW HAMPSHIRE STATESMAN from Concord NH and dated August 9, 1856. This 4 page newspaper is in good condition (except for small ad clipped out on the 2nd leaf) due to the use of cotton and rag paper during this time in history. This issue has news of the day & many interesting advertisements which gives a good idea how life was back then. A nice issue from this Southern New Hampshire city.

NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT & STATE GAZETTE, Concord, May 20, 1839  

* Formal Recognition of Sovereignty
* Van Buren’s "Good Faith" Warning

The front page has: "By the President of the United States of America - A PROCLAMATION" with ther preamble noting: "Whereas a convention between the United States of America and the Republic of Texas for marking the boundary between them was concluded & signed at Washington on the 25th day of April, 1838, which convention is word for word as follows:..."…

USA TODAY, April 16, 1984 

* Christopher Wilder "The Beauty Queen Killer" 
* Colebrook, New Hampshire capture and suicide 

The front page has a three column illustration headed: "Wilder's survivors not talking" Also a two column heading: "1 can't talk, other trying to sell story" with subhead. (see images)
Complete with all sections (36 pages), very nice condition.

background: Christopher Wilder, infamously known as "The Beauty Queen Killer," was an Australian-born race car driver…