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JAMES K. POLK Presidential Inauguration & FLORIDA Statehood 1845 Old Newspaper

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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 8, 1845  * President James K. Polk * Inauguration - inaugural address * Florida statehood - joins the union The front page begins with a report headed: "Inauguration of President Polk" noting in part: "...The arrangements were admirable...The ceremony at the Capitol was very imposing...President Polk, quitting the Capitol after the Inauguration, drove rapidly by an indirect route to the White House, where he received during the afternoon, the congratulations of his fellow citizens. In the evening he and his lady attended both of the balls...". Also on the front page is: "Inaugural Address" which continues inside taking nearly 2 pages. Also of note is a report from Congress: "F... See More  

PRESIDENT THOMAS JEFFERSON Inauguration Inaugural Address 1805 Boston Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 394068105917

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: BOSTON GAZETTE, March 14, 1805  * President Thomas Jefferson * Inauguration - inaugural address Page 2 has the lengthy: "President Jefferson's Speech" which is his inaugural address, introduced with: "This day, at 12 o'clock, Thomas Jefferson, President of the United States, took the oath of office & delivered the following Inaugural Speech..." which takes nearly two columns. One portion includes: "...I know that the acquisition of Louisiana had been disapproved of by some, from a candid apprehension that the enlargement of our territory may endanger its union. But who can limit the extent to which the federative principle may operate effectively? The larger our association, the less will it be shaken by local passion... See More  

FUGITIVE SLAVE ACT LAW of 1850 Pasees U.S. Congress James Hamlet 1st Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 374061349443

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, New York, Oct. 5, 1850  * Fugitive Slave Act Law of 1850 * Passes the United States Congress * Southern slave holders & Northern Free-Soilers Page 7 has a very historic report headed: "The Fugitive Slave Law" which begins by noting the vote by which the controversial Act passed Congress--names included voting yea and nay--followed by the full text of the Act with all 10 Sections. Relating to this page 5 has a very notable report, which is more commentary, headed: "Slave Catching in New York--American Kadis--Unconstitutionality of the New Law" which takes nearly two columns. Keeping in mind that the controversial Fugitive Slave Act took effect on September 18, runaway slave James Hamlet has the... See More  

General LAFAYETTE DEATH New Jewish Synagogue Constructed JUDAICA 1834 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 374061340795

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore,  June 21, 1834  * General LaFayette death * Jewish Synagogue An inside page has a very early report of the death of Lafayette: "...By a late arrival we learn that the good LAFAYETTE died on the 20th May in the 77th year of his age. the papers are filled with tributes of respect to his memory. He was the illustrious link between the past age & the present--the man of two worlds."  The following page has a report that: "The Synagogue belonging to the congregation of Sherath-Israel, just finished in Crosby Street, New York, was...consecrated with the most imposing & interesting ceremonies, which were closed by an oration by M.M. Noah..." with a bit more. This was only the second home of ... See More  

Pioneer Wilson Price HUNT John Jacob Astor EXPEDTIION to Oregon 1813 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 374061334783

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 26, 1813  * Wilson Price Hunt - Astor expedition Pages 1, 2 & a bit of page 3 are taken up with a fascinating article headed "American Enterprize" which is a detailed report on a journey from the Pacific Ocean to Missouri. This notable event is commonly referred to as the Astor Expedition. An associate of John-Jacob Astor, Wilson Price Hunt was commissioned by Astor to lead an overland expedition to the mouth of the Columbia River where Astor waned to establish a fur-trading colony. The text provides fascinating detail of the journey including the route and the expedition, making comparisons to Lewis & Clark's journal. This is one of the earliest references to the expedition's retur... See More  

Rare CAMPAIGN Presidential Campaign Andrew Jackson by Duff Green 1828 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 374058187847

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: UNITED STATES' TELEGRAPH, Washington City, June 25, 1828  * Rare campaign periodical * Andrew Jackson This newspaper has a wealth of political reporting, published by Duff Green who had come to Washington to establish a newspaper to promote the candidacy of Andrew Jackson. Mott says, "Green proved to be of the hard-hitting politician type of editor." which could be taken literally as Green got involved in a fist-fight in the Capitol. Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed, 11 by 15 inches, nice condition.

Choctaw Chief Hummingbird & DeWitt Clinton DEATHS - Railroading 1828 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 394059598388

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Feb. 23, 1828  * Death report of Choctaw Chief Hummingbird * Death report of New York Governor DeWitt Clinton * B & O Railroad expands to include Pittsburgh, PA Page 7 has a report of the death of Choctaw Chief Hummingbird, also known as General Hummingbird: "Died, on the 23d December, at his residence near the Choctaw agency, general Hummingbird, a Choctaw chief, a the advanced age of 75... a great friend to the United States, and has fought many battles with the red people in behalf of our government... This noted war chief received a commission and silver medal from general Washington, which were interred in the coffin with his remains at the request of his friends." The sudden dea... See More  

OLIVER HAZARD PERRY Naval Commander DEATH Funeral w/ Coffin Print 1819 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 394055545789

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, Oct. 5, 1819  * Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry * Death - funeral w/ coffin print Page 2 has two reports on the death of famed naval commander Oliver Hazard Perry. The first is headed: "Highly Important" "The Hero of Lake Erie!--the gallant Oliver H. Perry, is no more!!" with details. Also: "Tribute of Respect". This is followed by: "Died", On Monday evening, the 23d Aug. Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry of the U. States Navy, at the early age of 34..." with further detail. Included is an engraving of his coffin. Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, scattered foxing, one small tape repair

Actor CLARK GABLE & Actress Carole Lombard MARRIED Weds Marry 1939 Old Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 374041407936

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK WORLD-TELEGRAM, March 30, 1939  * Actor Clark Gable * Actress Carole Lombard * Marriage - wedding The bottom of the front page has a two column heading: "Gable and Carole Lombard Return to Bride's Home" with photo. (see) Complete with all 34 pages, light toning at the margins, small binding holes along the spine, generally very nice.

INDIANA TERRITORY President John Adams Congress Act CREATION 1800 U.S. Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 374041401954

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 23, 1800  Most  of a front page column is taken up with: "An Act to Divide the Territory of the United States North-west of the Ohio, into Two Separate Governments" which is signed in script type by the President: John Adams. This was the Act of Congress which created the Indiana Territory, with Vincennes as its capital. Four pages, never-trimmed margins, some older archival repairs to the back page spine margin, good condition.

Rare SAG HARBOR Long Island New York - Past Whaling Town 1879 Original Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 394039229251

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE CORRECTOR, Sag Harbor, Long Island, New York, June 14, 1879  * Rare high class community title An uncommon title from this once-famous whaling town near the eastern end of Long Island, now more famous as a playground for the rich & famous who frequent the neighboring Hamptons.  Various local and national news of the day, plus a great wealth of advertisements. Never bound nor trimmed with wide margins. Good condition.

VAMPIRE OF MONTPARNASSE Francois Bertrand Necrophilia Corpses 1849 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 394037903785

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EXAMINER, Louisville, Kentucky, Sept. 1, 1849  * Francois Bertrand * Vampire of Montparnasse * French Army sergeant * Crime of Necrophilia A quite scarce newspaper anti-slavery newspaper which lasted but 2 1/2 years, from June, 1847 thru December 9, 1849.  The front page has a fascinating article headed: "A Vampire" which is concerning Francois Bertrand, noting: "...One Sergeant Bertrand was accused of violating the tombs of the dead...He...acknowledged that, borne on by an irresistible fury, he had rushed to the cemeteries, dragged from their coffins the lately-buried bodies, beat them with tremendous violence, and tore out from the carcasses the internal portions...he feasted on these mutilated remains & comm... See More  

REPUBLICAN PARTY IS BORN w/ John C. Fremont President Nomination 1856 Newspaper

eBay Auction Item # 374072423620

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK TRIBUNE, June 19, 1856 * Republican Party is formed * John C. Fremont nomination * 1st nominated for United States president  A very historic issue for the Republican party as it reports their first Presidential nominee, John Fremont. The newly created political party held the prohibition of slavery as the principal issue of their platform. The top of page 4 has a nice print of: "Col. John Charles Fremont" with the following text, taking a full column then carrying over to taking the entirety of page 5. It is headed: "THE PEOPLES' CONVENTION" "The Platform" "Col. J. C. Fremont Nominated for President" and other heads on page 5: "The Nomination" and "After the Nomination" among others. Of significance is t... See More  

BATTLE OF SAN JACINTO Texas Revolution War "Remember the Alamo" 1836 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 374029113344

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: BOSTON COURIER, June 13, 1836 * Battle of San Jacinto * "Remember the Alamo" * Texas Revolutuion * War of Independence The front page has a report on the Battle of San Jacinto with a small  heading: "Texas"  concerning the murder of Mexicans at the battle of San Jacinto by the Texas troops. It begins: "The battle lasted 19 minutes and then commenced the rout and slaughter. The poor devils of Mexicans would hold up their hands, cross themselves, and sing out 'me no Alamo' but nothing could say e them; they blood of our countrymen was too fresh in the memory of our people to let one Mexican escape until worn down with pursuit and slaughter, they commenced making prisoners..." with more. Also mentioned is: "...Santa An... See More  

GEORGIA SECESSSION from Union Abraham Lincoln as President Elect 1861 Newspaper

eBay Auction Item # 394068399340

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK HERALD, January 20, 1861  * President-elect Abraham Lincoln * The Civil War about to begin * Georgia secedes from the Union The front page has some ominous reports concerning the troubles in the South which would soon lead to the Civil War, with first column heads including: "The Revolution" "Important News from the South" "Projected Seizure of Fort Pickens, Pensacola" "The Responsibility of Civil War Thrown on the Lincoln Administration" "Secession of George From The Union" "Call for a State Convention in Missouri" "Interesting Reports from South Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi, and Virginia" and more. Page 4 has a report headed: "The New Administration" "The Scramble at Springfield for the Spoils" with a b... See More  

JOHN C. CALHOUN Death & California Gold Rush Mines Discoveries 1850 Newspaper

eBay Auction Item # 394068215525

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, April 6, 1850 * John C. Calhoun Death * California Gold Rush  Over half of the front page is taken up with a very detailed account of the life of: "John C. Calhoun" who died just 6 days prior. Page 5 has: "Death of John C. Calhoun" followed by: "Funeral Services of Mr. Calhoun". Much of pages 6 & 7 are taken up with extensive reporting on: "California - Report of Hon. T. Butler King", a few paragraphs noting in part: "The discovery of the gold mines had attracted a very large number of citizens...The greatest confusion prevails respecting titles to property...Towns & cities were springing into existence..." and so much more. The front page has a review of a new book: "The Scarlet Letter, by N... See More  

JOHN QUINCY ADAMS 1824 United States Presidential Election Controversy Newspaper

eBay Auction Item # 394068137156

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: GLOBE & EMERALD, Philadelphia, Feb. 19, 1825  Page 6 has the chart of the: "Election of President of the United States", a very controversial election which would be decided by the House of Representatives, John Quincy Adams becoming the winner. The text carries over to page 7. Eight pages, 14 1/2 by 10 1/2 inches, good condition.

RUNAWAY SLAVES w/ Descriptions Washington D.C. Advertisement 1839 Old Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 374023420917

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE GLOBE, City of Washington, Aug. 5, 1839  * Runaway slave advertisement The front page has a notice that offers a $400 Reward for a runaway "negro man" and a "mulatto boy" with a description of each and details about the reward. (see) Unusual to have an ad such as this from out nation's capital. Other news and advertisements. Complete in 4 pages, nice condition.

Joseph Warren REVERE COPPER COMPANY Bell Foundry Advertisement 1822 MA Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 394019712199

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: BOSTON DAILY ADVERTISER, Feb. 25, 1822  The bottom of the front page has an illustrated ad for "Joseph W. Revere..."Factory and ship Bells..." with a bit more. Joseph was the 3rd Paul Revere's 8 children, taking over the bell foundry business from his father in 1811. Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, nice condition.

General LAFAYETTE DEATH New Jewish Synagogue Constructed JUDAICA 1834 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 394018159116

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 21, 1834  * General LaFayette death * Jewish Synagogue Page 11 has a very early report of the death of Lafayette: "...By a late arrival we learn that the good LAFAYETTE died on the 20th May in the 77th year of his age. The papers are filled with tributes of respect to his memory. He was the illustrious link between the past age & the present--the man of two worlds."  More details would be reported in the following 4 issues of this newspaper. The following page has a report that: "The Synagogue belonging to the congregation of Sherath-Israel, just finished in Crosby Street, New York, was...consecrated with the most imposing & interesting ceremonies, which were closed by an orati... See More  

Rare DAVY CROCKETT Folk Hero Frontiersman Mention in Report 1835 Old Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 373998801664

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 26, 1835  * Rare Davy Crockett report The front page includes: "The emigration to Arkansas is very great--'with large droves of negroes'...exclusive of those who are about to join the people of Texas. Col. Crocket has left Little Rock, with his followers, for Texas. Many others had the same destination."  Just over 2 months later he would die at the Alamo. Among other news reports within the issue are: "From Liberia" "New College at Buffalo" with details; "the Jesuits" "Presidential Nominations" "Daniel Webster & Anti-Masonry" and more. Sixteen pages, 6 1/4 by 10 inches, some foxing, nice condition. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circula... See More  

HEBREW CITY Jews Jewish Niagara River Grand Island NY CREATION 1825 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 394003336751

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 10, 1825  * Hebrew city to be established * Grand Island, New York * Jews - Jewish - Judaica One of the brief articles on the back page reads in its entirety: "An Hebrew city, to be called Ararat is to be laid off on Grand Island, N.Y., on the 15th or 18th instant, with masonic and military ceremonies. It will be located to face the mouth of the great canal." This was the project of newspaper publisher Mordecai Manuel Noah, who is credited with being the first Jew born in the United States to reach national prominence. Among the other reports in this issue are: "Naval Court Martial" which is the case of Commodore Stewart (another article on this as well); "Capitol of the Unite... See More  

JOHN C. FREMONT Court-martial Mutiny Trial - Mexican-American War 1847 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 373986548525

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 18, 1847  Page 2 has nearly two columns taken up with reports concerning the court martial of John Fremont for mutiny & other charges, including a letter signed in type: J. C. Fremont. Pages 2 & 3 have much on the Mexican War headed: "The President's Message--No. III".  And the back page has more on the: "Army Court Martial" of John Fremont which includes five letters signed; J.C. Fremont. Within these letters is one: "To Brig. Gen.S W. Kearny" which mentions in part: "The witness continued. Col. Fremont left me, to go to Gen. Kearny's quarters, desiring me, as soon as I had copied the letter, to send it to him by Mr. Carson. I copied it and gave it to Mr. Carson to carry...Did ... See More  

Lot of (5) Early 19th Century Pre War of 1812 - 1803-1809 American NEWSPAPERS

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393996965819

Offered are 5 original, historic, & collectible old newspapers: Five very early 19th century American newspapers: New York Herald, April 20, 1803; United States' Gazette, Nov. 2, 1809; Columbian Centinel, Aug. 24, 1808; New England Palladium, Jan. 8, 1805; and Providence Gazette, Oct. 28, 1809. All five are good "newsy" newspapers of folio size, 4 pages, some margin tears, generally good condition. A nice set of five different, early newspapers.

JOHN BROWN'S Raid on Harpers Ferry WV NEGROES Insurrection 1859 Old Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393996957828

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Nov. 17, 1859 * John Brown's Negro insurrection * Harpers Ferry WV West Virginia  Inside has an article headed: "JOHN BROWN'S INVASION" which takes over 2 1/2 columns with subheads including: "Personal Portraits--Hon. Andrew Hunter--Charles D. Harding--Judge Parker--Affairs at Charlestown--John Brown's Early History--The Expulsion of Mr. Hoyt From Charleston".  Another page has an interesting article: "The Navajo Indians Again At Work, datelined from Rio Pecos, New-Mexico. Eight pages, a few discrete archival mends at the top, a piece form the spine margin does not affect any mentioned articles.