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GEORGE WASHINGTON President's House Steward Advertisement 1789 NYC Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393576343838

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, May 19, 1789 * President George Washington * Steward for his house advertisement Being from the nation's capital at the time, and from the very beginning of the new federal government (Washington was inaugurated April 30) it is not surprising this newspaper would have an ad on page 3 headed: "The President's Household" reading: "Whereas all servants and others, employed to procure provisions or supplies for the Household of the PRESIDENT of the United States, will be furnished with monies for those purposes. Notice is therefore given that no accounts for the payment of which the public might be considered as responsible, are to be opened with any of them. Sam. Fraunces, Steward of the Hous... See More  

President RONALD REAGAN Inauguration & Iran Hostage Crisis ENDS 1981 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393547879537

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE CHARLOTTE OBSERVER, North Carolina, January 21, 1981 (1st section) * Ronald Reagan inauguration * Iran hostage crisis ends The front page has a great two-line full banner headline: "Hostages Are Freed As Reagan Sworn In", with multiple subheads and additional related articles within. See images for details. Nice for display. Complete 1st section only with all 26 pages, including a dramatic centerfold spread (pgs. 10A and 11A) regarding the inauguration. nice condition.

ABRAHAM LINCOLN Takes Over as President Pre Civil War Tensions 1861 Newspaper

eBay Auction Item # 393571749688

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, March 6, 1861 * Abraham Lincoln inauguration * New administration takes over * Pre-Civil War tensions escalate A wealth of fine content on Lincoln & his new administration, as his inaugural was reported in the previous day's edition. Inside has a lengthy editorial headed: "Mr. Lincoln's Address", a report from Washington beginning: "The agony is over, and Lincoln's Cabinet is formed..." with much more. Also: "The Inauguration" "President Lincoln's Inaugural--Opinions of the Press" "The Pro-Slavery Rebellion" "Reception of the Inauguration" is a lengthy account of the comments from various cities throughout the country. Eight pages, water staining to most of the issue but causing no loss... See More  

PRESIDENT THOMAS JEFFERSON Inauguration Inaugural Address 1805 Boston Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393502208456

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW-ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, March 15, 1805  * President Thomas Jefferson * Inauguration - inaugural address An historic issue as page 2 begins with: "Inaugural Speech" of Thomas Jefferson's 2nd term, with a prefacing paragraph: "On the 4th instant at 4 o'clock, Mr. Jefferson appeared in the Chamber of the Senate of the United States, where his re-election was declared, and the necessary oath administered to him. ON this occasion he delivered the following SPEECH" which consumes nearly the first two columns. At its conclusion it is signed in type: Thomas Jefferson. Pg. 3 has an editorial headed: "President Jefferson's Inaugural Speech". Four pages, nice condition.

RMS TITANIC White Star Line Ocean Liner Sinking w/ Carpathia 1912 U.K. Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 373632204696

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE TIMES, London, April 18, 1912  * Sinking of the RMS Titanic * Partial list of passengers on Carpathia * From the origin of the voyage (rare) In typical "Times" fashion this is a very modest presentation on the sinking of the Titanic, yet terrific to have in this revered newspaper from England, the country from which the Titanic inaugurated its fateful voyage. The entire front page is taken up with notices & ads, with page 9 having one column headings: "THE TITANIC" "Number Of Survivors Still Doubtful" and more. The report takes an the entire last column & carries over to the next page with many more headings. Complete in 22 pages, disbound and printed very high quality newsprint, nice condition.

PENNSYLVANIA STATE CAPITOL Harrisburg PA Building Dedication 1906 Old Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393352810047

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Oct. 4, 1906 * Pennsylvania State Capitol building * Harrisburg PA dedication - inauguration * President Theodore Roosevelt address The top of the front page has two column heading that include: "Theme of President Roosevelt's Address at the Dedication of Pennsylvania New Capitol Building..." and more. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 8 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, some small binding holes along the spine, generally nice.

ABRAHAM LINCOLN Baltimore Murder Plot Jefferson Davis Inauguration1861 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393252489584

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK HERALD, February 23, 1861  * President elect Abraham Lincoln * Baltimore murder plot * Jefferson Davis inauguration Perhaps the most significant content is on page 5 which has very extensive coverage of the travels of Abraham Lincoln to Washington, D.C. for his inauguration. The top of the page has heads: "The Presidential Progress" "Great Turnout of the Philadelphians to Witness the Ceremony" "Mr. Lincoln's Speech on the Occasion" "The Journey From Phila. to Harrisburg", "Disgraceful Conduct of the Mob" "Anticipated Trouble at Baltimore". It's the latter head which has taken on significance in history as there were thoughts of an assassination attempt on Lincoln during his journey. One of the subheads: "The Re... See More  

ABRAHAM LINCOLN Post Election & Pre Inauguration 1861 Pre Civil War Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393226826868

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK TIMES, Jan. 30, 1861  * Abraham Lincoln about to change America Near the top of the front page is: "Important From Springfield" "The Position Of the President Elect" noting in part: "...stating that Mr. Lincoln had written to his Congressional friends recommending conciliatory measures...country may rest assured that in Abraham Lincoln they have a Republican President...Mr. Lincoln is not committed to the Border State Compromise, nor to any other..." with more (see). Page 4 has: "The Canada Fugitive Slave Case" . Four pages, bit irregular at the spine, very nice condition.

Historic Very 1st INDIANAPOLIS 500 Automobile Race w/ Ray Harroun 1911 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393135408174

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, May 31, 1911 * Indianapolis 500 inaugural race (1st report) * American racecar driver Ray Harroun wins The front page has a one column heading: "SIX INJURED IN BOG AUTO RACE RECOVERING" with subhead. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper. Complete with 10 pages, small library stamps within the masthead, irregular along the spine, generally nice. wikipedia notes: The first "500" was held at the Speedway in 1911 on Decoration Day, May 30, (as it was known from its inception in 1868 to 1967, when federal law made "Memorial Day" the official name), run to a 600-cubic-inc... See More  

Bronze STATUE OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Boston Dedication Print 1856 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393111587716

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, Oct. 25, 1856  * Statue of Benjamin Franklin (statue) The front page has a nice print of: "Statue of Dr. Franklin, Just Erected in Boston, U.S." A related article is on page 2: "Inauguration of the Statue of Dr. Franklin at Boston, U.S." which has much detail on it. This quite famous statue still stands in Boston, although removed from the original location to the front of City Hall. Complete in 24 pages, very nice condition.

Best WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON President Inauguration 1841 Washington DC Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 393037709541

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 3, 1841  * President William Henry Harrison * Eve of his inauguration - inaugural * From the city where it happened - rare A terrific newspaper for the content found on page 3, which has considerable detail on the plans for the inauguration of William Henry Harrison which happened on the following day. The first 1 1/2 columns are taken up with: "The Inauguration - Order of Procession" "Programme" "Regulations" "Line of March" and: "The Inauguration". The considerable detail of the proceedings is not surprising in a newspaper from the nation's capital, and likely not to be found in any other city's newspaper. He would hold office for just one month. Four pa... See More  

JEFFERSON DAVIS Confederate President & Fugitive CAPTURE 1865 Military Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 392993654670

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: ARMY NAVY JOURNAL, New York, May 20, 1865  * Capture of Jefferson Davis The front page has an article headed "The Military Situation" and beginning: "The pursuit & capture of Jeff. Davis, the surrender of Taylor, and the concentration of the National Armies around Washington, are...the three principal military events worthy of consideration...". Within is another article: "The Capture of Davis" begins: "The capture of the great Conspirator has followed very swiftly upon the fall of the Rebellion he was so prominent in inaugurating. Six short weeks before this wretched fugitive ruled with a rod of iron..." with more (see for portions) taking two-thirds of a page & detailing how he was caught in woman's clothes. Sixte... See More  

ABRAHAM LINCOLN Ford's Theatre John Wilkes Booth ASSASSINATION in 1865 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 373129814146

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK HERALD, April 16, 1865 * Abraham Lincoln's assassination * John Wilkes Booth- Ford's Theatre This date was a Sunday, and only rarely were Sunday newspapers bound into volumes held by libraries. As such, this date is arguably more scarce than the issue of April 15. And when it comes to graphic appeal, I would suggest that this edition of the 16th surpasses that of the 15th. All columns on all 8 pages have black mourning rules for the death of President Abraham Lincoln. Almost the entire first column of the front page is taken up with headlines on the assassination and the reaction of the nation, including: "OUR LOSS" "The Great National Calamity" "DEATH of the PRESIDENT" "Sad Details of the Terrible Event" "T... See More  

President RONALD REAGAN Inauguration & Iran Hostage Crisis ENDS 1981 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 373072324109

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE CINCINNATI POST, Ohio, Jan. 20, 1981 * Ronald Reagan inauguration * Iran hostage crisis ends Boldly printed at the top of the front page is: "HOSTAGES FREED", the event which took precedence over the inauguration of the President, noted in smaller type further down the front page: "Reagan Becomes 40th President" with a large photo of him. The complete first section with pages 1-12, nice condition.

IRAN HOSTAGE CRISIS Ends and President RONALD REAGAN Inauguration 1981 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 373015236630

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: AMERICUS TIMES-RECORDER, Georgia, January 20, 1981 * Ronald Reagan inauguration * Iran hostage crisis ends Nice headlines on the front page announces: "Carter Efforts Bring Freedom to U.S. Hostages" & "Reagan Becomes 40th President" with a few related subheads and photo. (see) First section only with all 8 pages, nice condition.

JEFFERSON DAVIS Confederate President Inauguration 1862 Civil War MAP Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 372848371897

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, Feb. 28, 1862 * Jefferson Davis inauguration * President of the Confederacy * Map inside Florida There is a wealth of Civil War reporting on the front page including column heads: "The Burnside Expedition" "Condition of the Rebel Guns" "A Visit to Nag's Head" "The War in the South-West" "Nashville Surrendered" "In Occupation by Union Troops" "The Rebels at Murfreesboro" "Capture of Fayetteville, Ark." But the prime content would be found on page 6 with: "Inaugural Address of Jeff. Davis" (see for portions) which is followed by: "Another Fast Day--Proclamation by the President" which is signed in type: Jefferson Davis. Also on pg. 6 is: "What Shall be Done with the Slaves?". Page 2 ... See More  

Best WILLIAM H. HARRISON President Death Funeral 1841 Washington D.C. Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 372749393867

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 9, 1841 * President William H. Harrison * Washington D.C. death - funeral All four pages has wide, black "mourning" rules around the perimeter for the death of President William Henry Harrison. Nearly half of page 2 is taken up with many "...evidences of public sentiment..." for the death of Harrison, containing many reports about his death. Page 3 begins with a very lengthy account headed: "The Funeral" which begins: "When, but four weeks since, it was our welcome task to lay before our readers a sketch of the joyous scenes which marked the inauguration of a beloved Chief Magistrate, how little did we--alas! how little did any one--anticipate that our columns ... See More  

WARREN G. HARDING Washington D.C. Inaugural Address INAUGURATION 1921 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 392362160710

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, Boston, March 5, 1921 * President Warren Harding * Inauguration - Inaugural The top of the last ftpg. column is headed: "Mr. Harding, In Inaugural, States American Ideals" "President, In His Pledge to the People, Declares Opposition to Entangling International Alliances--Radicals Warned". Coverage carries over to pg. 2 with: "The President's Address - Text of Inaugural Delivered by Warren G. Harding". Complete in 14 pages, very nice condition.

Very Rare CONFEDERATE Houston TX Texas w/ Civil War ENDING Close 1865 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 392319419717

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE HOUSTON TRI-WEEKLY TELEGRAPH, April 10, 1865 * Very rare issue from the Southwest Confederacy Newspapers from Texas are very uncommon, particularly from before or during the Civil War period. Here is an issue from two days after Lee surrendered to Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia, containing three dispatches about the Union assault on Fort Steadman, each signed in type: U.S. Grant. Pg. 3 has Andrew Johnson's inaugural speech given before the Senate. The back page has "General Order, No. 15" which discusses the "...vicious habit of buying, selling and transferring furloughs...", signed in type: J. B. Magruder. Also a list of the battles in which the 1st, 4th and 5th Texas Regiments participated. Other minor wa... See More  

VERY Rare CONFEDERATE Memphis Civil War 1863 Newspaper w/ Publisher on the Run

eBay Fixed Price Item # 392284011443

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE MEMPHIS DAILY APPEAL, Atlanta, Georgia, August 17, 1863 * Very rare Confederate title See the bottom of this listing for the fascinating history of this newspaper. Among the front page items are: "The War In Virginia" "From Gen. Lee's Army" "Reported Fighting at Brock's Gap" "News From the Islands" "Tennessee Intelligence" "Fight at Sparta" "From Rosecrans' Army--No Large Operations To be Undertaken by Him--Some Raids to be Inaugurated" "The Siege of Vicksburg" "The Supply Of Men" "Another Nashvillian Arrested" "From The Trans-Mississippi" and other items. But perhaps the best item in the newspaper is the lengthy front page letter: "To the Soldiers Of the Confederate States" in which he attempts to rally the troop... See More  

ABRAHAM LINCOLN INAUGURATION Inaugural Address 1865 Pro Confederate Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 372653485221

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, March 8, 1865 * Abraham Lincoln inauguration * Inaugural address on the ftpg. * Closing weeks of the Civil War * In a pro-Confederate title Among the front page reports is: "Inauguration of President Lincoln--His Address" which contains his address in full, ending with the immortal words: "With malice towards none, with charity for all, with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right...". Page 4 has an editorial headed: "Lincoln's Inaugural", critical of him as would be expected from this newspaper. One bit notes: "...It is brief, for Mr. Lincoln appears to have nothing to say. He ventures no predictions, for the reason that he seems to have learned that all his predictions... See More  

CHARLES LINDBERGH 1st Daily Airmail Service Flight MEXICO to U.S. 1929 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 392259248095

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 10, 1929 * Aviator Charles Lindbergh inaugurates * 1st daily airmail service from Mexico to U.S. The front page has a one column heading: "LINDBERGH AT BORDER WITH MEXICAN MAIL" with subheads. (see) First report coverage on aviator Charles Lindbergh making the very 1st daily airmail flight from Mexico to the United States. (Mexico City to Brownsville, Texas) Other news of the day. Complete 1st section only with all 30 pages, a little irregular along the spine, nice condition.

GONE WITH THE WIND w/ Vivien Leigh Photo Wins Academy Awards 1940 Old Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 392243155916

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, March 1, 1940 * "Gone with the Wind" movie * 1940 Academy Awards (1st report) * Vivien Leigh wins w/ photo The front page has a one column heading: "Film Prizes Go to Robt. Donat and Miss Leigh" (see) Photo of Vivien Leigh is on the back page. Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication. Complete with all 40 pages, light toning at the margins, small library stamp within the masthead, small binding holes along the spine, generally nice. wikipedia notes: Gone with the Wind is a 1939 American film, a historical epic and romance-drama adapted from Margaret Mitchell's Pulitzer-winning 1936 novel of the same name. It was produced by David O. Selznick an... See More  

BANK HOLIDAY Franklin D. Roosevelt GOLD STANDARD Banking Crisis 1933 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 392201370603

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Mass., March 9, 1933. * United States Bank Holiday * The Great Depression * Franklin D. Roosevelt The front page has a nice banner headline: "ROOSEVELT PROPOSES SOUND BANKS OPEN" with subheads. (see) This action would have the desired effect of stopping the panic run on the nation's banks, and happened the day after F.D.R. was inaugurated. Complete with 12 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition. wikipedia notes: : The United States Bank Holiday of the Great Depression took place in 1933 when Franklin D. Roosevelt closed the banks from March 6 to March 10 to keep depositors from bankrupting the banking system by withdrawing all their money. Banks were allowed to reopen when they co... See More  

INAUGURATION DAY 1st Term Franklin D. Roosevelt Inaugural Photos 1933 Newspaper

eBay Fixed Price Item # 392186451211

Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, March 4, 1933 * Franklin D. Roosevelt 1st inauguration (day of) * Takes over a poor U.S. economy The front page has a nice banner headline: "3-DAY BANK HOLIDAY HERE" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. A few related photos are on the back page. Complete with all 28 pages, this is the "rag edition" printed on very high quality newsprint meant for the requirements of institutional holdings consequently in great condition. Four small binding holes at the blank spine.