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Extremely RARE 17th Century OXFORD EDITION England Gazette 1665 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374068175597
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, Dec. 4, 1665 * Earliest & Rarest of newspapers to be had This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world. Plus this is the #6 issue. Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed itself from London to Oxford when this newspaper began, so issues #1 thru #23 were published simultaneously in Oxford & London and when the contagion had subsided & the Court returned to London this newspaper went with it and renamed itself "The London Gazette" with issue #24, and the rest is history. The content is entirely taken up with reports from various parts of Eu... See More
TURN of the 18th Century 322 Yrs. Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1700 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394068076649
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 7, 1700 * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had * At the turn of the 18th century 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size th... See More
TURN of the 18th Century 322 Yrs. Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1700 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394055577040
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 5, 1700 * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had * At the turn of the 18th century 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size th... See More
Very Early LONDON GAZETTE 17th Century 1665 England Newspaper w/ GREAT PLAGUE
eBay Auction Item # 374074004840
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 22, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar) * Among earliest of newspapers to be had * Report on the great plague (rare) Various news reports of the day from throughout Europe, including reference to the Great Plague with a report from Yarmouth noting: "...There have not any dyed this week of the Infection." At the bottom of the back page second column is the weekly report on the death count from the Plague: "The Account of this Weeks Bill runs thus. Buried in all 233. Of the Plague 33. Increased 26. Increased of the Plague 4." Complete as a single sheet newspaper, 6 3/4 by 11 1/4 inches, a few tiny worm holes at the blank margin, very nice, clean condition.
Very Early LONDON GAZETTE 17th Century 1666 England Newspaper w/ GREAT PLAGUE
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374029109489
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 16, 1666 * Among earliest of newspapers to be had * Report on the great plague (rare) Not only is this the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world, having just begun the year prior in 1665, but it is an extremely early issue, being issue #44. The front page has a report from Whitehall in London (location of the Royal courts) with rare reference to the devastation of the Great Plague with: "His Majesty taking into his Princely consideration, the deadness of trade in cloth & other woolen manufactures of this kingdom, by reason of the present war, and the late dreadful contagion..." with more. Complete as a single sheet newspaper, 7 by 11 inches, a tiny ... See More
1667 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 355 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
eBay Auction Item # 374069028410
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 20, 1667 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for framing & display with the 355 year old date prominent at the ... See More
Fall CAPITULATION OF ALEXANDRIA French Expedition of Egypt 1801 Old Newspaper
eBay Auction Item # 394068266351
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE--EXTRAORDINARY, England, Oct. 22, 1801 * Capitulation of Alexandria * French expedition of Egypt This "extra" edition--published outside the regular printing schedule to get historic news into the hands of the public quickly--notes on the front page, with a dateline of "Head-Quarters, Camp before Alexandria, Sept. 5, 1801" fro Egypt, includes: "I have now the satisfaction to inform your Lordship that the forts and town of Alexandria haste surrendered to His Majesty's troops..." with more on the details. This capitulation of Alexandria put an end to the French expedition in Egypt. Great to have this report on an "extra" edition of this famous London newspaper. Complete in 8 pages, 7 by 11 inches... See More
Rare Colonial VIRGINIA GAZETTE w/ Williamsburg Gunpowder Incident 1775 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374023568012
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg (with Supplement), April 28, 1775 * Very rare Colonial Virginia title * Gunpowder Incident - Affair This newspaper was published by Alexander Purdie, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. This issue was printed 9 days after the battle of Lexington and Concord, however the news of that historic beginning of the Revolutionary War had yet to reach Williamsburg. Half of the front page is a report from London which has much on the American situation, including: "...acquainted the House that he had a bill...which he proposed to submit...The title of it was read and is as follows:... See More
1671 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 351 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374023566398
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 26, 1671 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for f... See More
EARLIEST OF NEWSPAPERS TO BE HAD Original Early Rare 1668 London England Gazette
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394019706008
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 7, 1668 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for fr... See More
EARLY Rare 17th Century LONDON GAZETTE England Virginia Tobacco 1667 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393999003062
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 3, 1667 (1668 by today's calendar) * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had A front page report from Falmouth notes: "Several ships which came lately from Scilly, intending for France, are put in here, with one vessel from Virginia laden with Tobacco." Complete as a single sheet issue, 7 by 11 1/4 inches, nice condition.
TURN of the 18th Century 321 Yrs. Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1701 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373986524429
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 4, 1701 * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had * At the turn of the 18th century 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size t... See More
BATTLE OF CULLODEN End of Jacobite Rebellion & Young Pretender 1746 UK Magazine
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393969974466
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1746 * Battle of Culloden * End of the Jacobite Rebellion * Bonnie Prince Charlie There is much fine content on the Jacobite Rebellion including the very first article noted in the table of contents as: "The Young Pretender's reasons for Retiring from Stirling & account of his affairs in Scotland, sent to his Father". Additional content on the Rebellion is found in over 8 pages of: "Accounts of the Motions of the Rebels and of the King's Forces from the London Gazette...", which includes numerous reports including "Journal of what passed at Fort William" "Siege of Fort William Raised" and "Rebels Totally Defeated". But by far the most significant item is the ... See More
EARLIEST OF NEWSPAPERS TO BE HAD Original Early Rare 1670 London England Gazette
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373948064811
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 18, 1670 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for f... See More
1667 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 355 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393950757528
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 13, 1667 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for framing & display with the 355 year old date prominent at the ... See More
EARLIEST OF NEWSPAPERS TO BE HAD Original Early Rare 1670 London England Gazette
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373933368627
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 19, 1670 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for f... See More
BATTLE OF WATERLOO Duke of Wellington vs. Napoleon Bonaparte 1815 UK Magazine
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393926463734
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old magazine: THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Supplement issue for the January-June volume, 1815 * Battle of Waterloo - Belgium * Duke of Wellington vs. Napoleon I This "Supplement" issue reports one of the more notable military events in European history, the battle of Waterloo in which Napoleon Buonparte was defeated by England's Duke of Wellington. And terrific to have this in a British periodical, from the country which was the victor. The historic report is taken from the famous "London Gazette Extraordinary" issue of June 22, 1815, the one which constantly turns up as a reprint due to its historic desirability. The report carries a dateline of "Waterloo, June 19" and provides extensive coverage of the battle in a 2 1/2 pa... See More
TURN of the 18th Century 321 Yrs. Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1701 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373925443156
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 14, 1701 * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had * At the turn of the 18th century 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size ... See More
RATIFIED John JAY TREATY Formal Exchange Between England & U.S. 1795 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393919860597
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 31, 1795 * The ratified Jay Treaty * England & U.S. exchange Page 3 has a report of the formal exchange of the recently ratified Jay Treaty by the two Secretaries of State. Datelined at Downing St., it notes: "The Ratifications of the Treaty of Amity, Commerce, and Navigation between His Majesty and the United States of America, signed the 19th of November last, were this day exchanged by Lord Grenville, His Majesty's principal Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, with William Allen Dias, Esq., charge d'Affairs from the United States." Great to have this in a British newspaper, as more commonly found in an American title. Complete fun 16 pages, 7 by 11 1/4 inches, good condit... See More
TREATMENT OF PRISONERS During Revolutionary War George Washington 1795 Magazine
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393918811920
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1795 * Re. Revolutionary War prisoners * George Washington & Thomas Gage Included is: "General Gage's Answer to General Washington" dated at Boston, Aug. 13, 1775, which is in response to Washington's complaint that American prisoners were being treated very poorly. Gage does in part: "...Britons, ever per-eminent in mercy...over-looked the criminal in the captive...your prisoners, whose lives by the laws of the land are destined to the cord, have hitherto been treated with care & kindness..." with more, signed in type: Thomas Gage. And this is followed by Washington's response, taking most of a page & signed in type: G. Washington. Near the back: "Intelligence of Importanc... See More
Rare 1665 Rare Newspaper EARLY 17th Century 357 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393909280079
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 5, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar) * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had A very early issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper. This is just the 32nd issue published. The front page has a report concerning the ceremonies for the coronation of the King of Belgium, plus some treaty discussions carrying over to page 2There is a section under "Whitehall" concerning an order by the King of England. Complete as a single sheet newspaper, 7 by 11 inches, very nice condition. An opportunity to purchase an extremely early issue of this world famous title.
Very Rare SALEM WITCH TRIALS Witchcraft Book AD 1693 Old 17th Century Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393909226913
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Feb. 11, 1693 * Rare Salem witch trials advertisement * Very early and rare 17th century title The back page has an advertisement for the book "The Second Edition of the late TRYALS of several WITCHES in New-England. Written by Cotton Mather, and Published by the Special Command of the Governour." (see) This is the only periodical we have ever seen with any reference to the famous witch trials at Salem, Massachusetts, as the London Gazette made no mention of the trials or the executions A very uncommon item and the only period mention of this very notable event in American history. Complete as a single sheet issue, 7 1/4 by 12 1/4 inches, minor damp stain at the bottom, good condition.
1670 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 352 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393909214389
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 22, 1670 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for framing & display with the 352 year old date prominent at the ... See More
1681 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 341 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England Rare
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373875125632
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 13, 1681 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for f... See More
EARLY 348 Years Old Rare 17th Century LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1673 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373841647846
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 16, 1673 * Among the earliest of 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for framing & display ... See More
Very Rare SALEM WITCH TRIALS Witchcraft Book AD 1693 Old 17th Century Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393791983032
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Feb. 7, 1693 * Rare Salem witch trials book advertisement * Very early and rare 17th century title The back page has an advertisement for the book: "The Second Edition of the late TRYALS of several WITCHES in New-England. Written by Cotton Mather, and Published by the Special Command of the Governour." This is the only periodical (similar ads appeared in multiple issues) we have ever seen with any reference to the famous witch trials at Salem, Massachusetts, as the London Gazette made no mention of the trials or the executions A very uncommon item and the only period mention of this very notable event in American history. Complete as a single sheet newspaper, 7 1/4 by 12 inches, nice... See More
Colonial Williamsburg VIRGINIA GAZETTE w/ Battle of Chelsea Creek 1775 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393791980350
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg (with Supplement), Jun. 30, 1775 * Very rare Colonial Virginia title * Battle of Chelsea Creek - Massachusetts This newspaper was published by Alexander Purdie, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. Most of the ftpg. is consumed with a report headed "London" which has several references to the situation in America, but is mostly focused on European concerns. This reporting carries over to take much of page 2. Page 3 has a report mentioning: "...that Sir Jeffery Amherst had said that with 5000 English regulars he would engage to march from one end to the other of the continen... See More
EARLIEST OF NEWSPAPERS TO BE HAD Original Early Rare 1670 London England Gazette
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393791979857
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 25, 1670 * 18th century watermark of a crown * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size ... See More
Rare 17th Century JEWS Jewish Judaica Banned from Vienna AUSTRIA 1670 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373818412549
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 28, 1670 * Jews are expelled from Vienna (Austria) * The synagogue has been removed! * Extremely rare reporting * Only the 5th year of L.G.'s publication The top of the front page has a report from Vienna noting: "The Jews have offered great sums of money to the Emperor to dispence with his order for their banishment, or at least to give leave that a considerable number of them may be permitted to continue here, but have effected nothing and are consequently preparing to be gone within the time prescribed having already taken care to remove their Synagogue." The back page has a brief item mentioning slaves for the Caribbean, with: "...have news from Martinego that that Plantation i... See More
TURN of the 18th Century 320 Yrs. Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1701 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393718746463
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 31, 1701 * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had * At the turn of the 18th century 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size ... See More
REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA Original Enemy LONDON GAZETTE England Old 1779 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373795154262
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 2, 1779 * Revolutionary War Era * 18th century * From The Enemy The ftpg. has a letter from Vice Admiral Peter Parker, commander of British ships at Jamaica, concerning an engagement off Grenada between British & French fleets. This is followed by the: "List of Vessels taken by His Majesty's Squadron...between the 9th of March and the 26th of July, 1779." carrying over to page 2. Four pages, partial red tax stamp on the ftpg., 7 3/4 by 12 inches, nice condition.
1677 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 344 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373772065733
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 17, 1677 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for f... See More
EARLY Rare 17th Century 353 Years Old LONDON w/ Virginia Report 1668 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373769809504
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 13, 1668 * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had * Early America report - Virginia storm The front page has a report: "This day arrived a vessel of this place from Virginia, confirming the report of much damage they have there received by a hurricane." Rare to find such an early news item from America on the front page of a newspaper. The balance of the news reports are all European. Complete as a single sheet issue, 7 by 11 1/4 inches, tiny worm hole in the bottom, blank margin, great condition.
QUEEN ANNE PROCLAMATION for Royal Navy Recruitment 1707 London UK Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373722475010
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 22, 1707 * Anne, Queen of Great Britain and Ireland Almost the entire front page is taken up with: "By the Queen, A PROCLAMATION For Encouraging Seamen and Landmen to Enter themselves on Board Her Majesties Ships of War". A fine "recruiting" document particularly in light of the on-going War of Spanish Succession. Single sheet, 7 by 11 1/2 inches, a stain near the bottom causes no loss of readability, good condition.
Very EARLY Rare 17th Century 345 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England 1676 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373715425622
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, December 14, 1676 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Still in very nice condition. Given its small size th... See More
AMELIA EARHART Airplane Flight ATLANTIC OCEAN 1st Woman Aviator 1928 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393559783750
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Mass., June 4, 1928 * Woman aviator Amelia Earhart * About to make history * Airplane "Friendship" - 1st stage flight Less than 13 months after Charles Lindbergh's heralded accomplishment, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to achieve the feat. The top of the front page has a five column headline: "THE FRIENDSHIP HOPS OFF FOR TREPASSEY ON LONDON FLIGHT" with subheads. (see) Weather would delay her from finishing the journey for about 2 weeks. Complete with 12 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, generally good.
Rare GREAT FIRE OF LONDON Medieval City Conflagration 1666 England Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373706517501
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, January 28, 1666 (1667 by today's calendar). * The Great London Fire period coverage * Among the earliest newspapers to be had It is very rare to find any period mention of the great London Fire of 1666 in newspapers of the day, certainly one reason being the death of publications in print at that time--very few beyond the London Gazette. The back page of this single sheet newspaper includes: "If any person have found any books or writings belonging to Arthur Tevor Esq. deceased, or to John Trevor, Esq; (lost in the removal in the late dreadful Fire) Let them give notice thereof to..." and further on is: "We are ordered to give notice that although the Herals Office, wherein the descents ... See More
1672 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 349 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373686746374
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 25, 1672 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for ... See More
1673 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 348 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393497398411
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 4, 1673 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for fr... See More
1681 Newspaper EARLY Rare 17th Century 340 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 2, 1681 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for f... See More
REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA Original Enemy LONDON Chronicle England Old 1780 Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 30, 1780 * Revolutionary War Era * 18th century * From The Enemy All of pages 2 and 3 are taken up with letters from General Clinton to Germain giving his military reports on events in the New York vicinity as well as events in the South, plus two letters from General Earl Cornwallis in Charleston with his views of events in his theatre or war--terrific reading! The first letter begins: "I had the honor in inform...of my arrival from Charles Town & of the position in which I had placed the troops four miles in front of King's bridge defences...". Another has: "...A corps of near 2,000 rebels under their Generals Wayne, Irving and Proctor...made an attack upon them on ... See More
POPISH PLOT Titus Oates Conspiracy to Assassinate King Charles II 1678 Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 2, 1678 * Popish Plots - reward & pardon offered * Titus Oates anti Catholic conspiracy The front page has two notable items concerning the curious Popish Plot, the fabricated scheme accusing Catholics of plotting the assassination of King Charles II. The very top of the ftpg. has: "This morning Mr. Coleman was brought again to the Kings Bench Bar & there received sentence to be drawn, hanged,and quartered." Edward Coleman was one of those accused of involvement in the fictitious Popish Plot. The other report is a Royal Proclamation by the king offering a 200 pound reward to those providing information in the Popish Plot, and also offering pardon to any involved who come forward w... See More
EARLY Rare 17th Century 348 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1673 Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 26, 1673 * Among the earliest of 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for framing & display w... See More
EARLY Rare 1669 Newspaper 17th Century 352 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 17, 1669 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes a few "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for fra... See More
Best FIRST PARLIAMENT OF GREAT BRITAIN England & Scotland Merger 1707 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373616090143
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, October 23-27, 1707 * First Parliament of Great Britain A very historic issue as the front page reports on the very first session of Parliament of the newly-created Parliament of Great Britain which occurred on October 23. The union of England and Scotland was official several months previous by the ratification of the Acts of Union involving both England and Scotland. The ftpg. reports from Westminster, with an Oct. 23 dateline, the arrival of Queen Anne. There are also three speeches to the Queen all noting their congratulations for: "...the happy Union of your two kingdoms of England and Scotland...". The ftpg. also has a lengthy report from "St. John's harbour in Newfoundland". Singl... See More
EARLY Rare 17th Century 344 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1677 Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 27, 1677 * Among the 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this would be a nice newspaper for f... See More
WAR OF SPANISH SUCCESSION Military Broadside-Like w/ Battle Rpts. 1707 Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 16, 1707 The entire front page looks much like a military broadside, as it has a graphic representation of: "THE ORDER of BATTLE of the Imperial Army Commanded by his Electoral Highness of Hanover..." with more on the military leadership. This was part of the War of Spanish Succession. The back page has some reports relating to the battles. Single sheet, 7 1/4 by 11 3/4 inches, nice condition.
EARLY Rare 17th Century 320 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1701 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373578357124
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 28, 1701 * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had * Turn of the 18th century 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 10 3/4 inches and printed on very high quality paper with much cotton & linen fiber content. The issue is filled with various news of the day from various cities in Europe, each report with its own dateline, and even includes several "Advertisements" on the back page. Given its small size this wo... See More
EARLY Rare 17th Century 324 Years Old LONDON GAZETTE England RARE 1697 Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 5, 1697 * Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had The first column of the front page has a few mentions of the "new world" amongst shipping notices, including: "The ships of the Flora, which returned lately from the West Indies, are now unlading...6 English merchant ships bound home and one for Newfoundland..." and then further on: "...two French ships, one bound to Newfoundland, which the master ransomed for 4,000 livres and the other bound home with sugars and indigo from the West Indies." A single sheet issue, 7 by 11 1/2 inches, very nice condition
QUEEN ANNE PROCLAMATION England & Scotland United 1707 Old London UK Newspaper
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Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 15, 1707 * Anne, Queen of Great Britain and Ireland * England & Scotland united into single sovereign state The front page begins with a very notable document, headed: "By The Queen, A PROCLAMATION" calling for: "...our first Parliament of Great Britain...at our city of Westminster on Thursday the twenty-third day of October next..." with further particulars. This was the very first session of Parliament of the newly-created Parliament of Great Britain which history does tell us was held on October 23. The union of England and Scotland was official several months previous by the ratification of the Acts of Union involving both England and Scotland.
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