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Historic George Washington Farewell Address Orders to Army Troops 1783 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374133850795
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 27, 1783 * General George Washington * Farewell address to Continental Army Certainly the most notable content is a full text printing of: "General Washington's Farewell Orders to the Armies of the United States", a very historic & notable document datelined: "Rocky Hill, near Princetown, Nov. 2, 1783." It reads in part: "A contemplation of the compleat attainment (at a period earlier than could have been expected) of the object for which we contended, against so formidable a power, cannot but inspire us with astonishment and gratitude--The disadvantageous circumstances on our part, under which the war was undertaken, can never be forgotten--The singular interpositions of Providenc... See More
BENJAMIN HARRISON Presidential Election Elected Republican WIN 1888 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394055544480
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE REPUBLICAN--EXTRA, St. Johnsbury, Vermont, Nov. 7, 1888 * Presidential election This is the election "extra" with front page column heads noting; "THE ELECTION" "The Result Not Yet a Matter of Certainty" "The Republicans Claim to Have Won a Victory!" "New York Claimed For Harrison by 15,000!" and more. Pages 2 and 3 contains nice prints of both Benjamin Harrison and Levi Morton, recently elected President and Vice President. Complete in four pages, wide, untrimmed margins, printed on high-quality newsprint, very nice condition.
General DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER Ike Presidential Election WIN 1956 L.A. Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394027038366
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: LOS ANGELES EXAMINER--Election Extra, Nov. 7, 1956 * General Dwight D. Eisenhower * Elected president of the United States The dramatic headline announces: "IKE LANDSLIDE ! " with two related front page photos. The complete issue with all 4 sections, nice condition.
WILLIAM McKINLEY Theodore Roosevelt Presidential ELECTION Elected 1900 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373869603843
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Nov. 7, 1900 * William McKinley & Theodore Roosevelt * Presidential election The top of the front page has a two column headline: "REPUBLICAN TRIUMPH STEADILY INCREASING" with subheads. (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. Rare as such. Complete with 8 pages, 19 x 14 1/2 inches, small library stamps within the masthead, a few small binding holes, generally very nice.
(4) President GEORGE WASHINGTON Proclamations w/ COPPER CENT Coin 1796 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373833906164
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 18, 1796 * President George Washington * (4) proclamations signed in script * U.S. coinage - copper cent The front page has 3 Acts of Congress, each one signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington, plus part of a fourth Act which carries over to pg 2, also signed by Washington. The very first, at the top of the front page, is: "An Act Respecting The Mint" detailing the ways & means of procuring copper for the minting of cents and half cents. A great & early numismatic item. Also of significance is a pg. 3 item reading: "...reports...that the President will decline being considered a candidate for the Chair the ensuing election, I cannot find that he has given any intim... See More
1840 WILLIAM HENRY HARRISON 9th United States President Election WIN Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393696769572
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 14, 1840 * William Henry Harrison * 1840 election victory Page 2 has a report headed: "Presidential Election" which begins: "Sufficient returns are received to place the result beyond all question. It is now certain that William Henry Harrison will be elected president, and John Tyler, vice president of the United States..." with more, including a state-by-state chart of the electoral votes, etc. Related reports take the remainder of the page as well as over half of page 3. Sixteen pages, 8 1/2 by 12 inches, a bit irregular at the spine due to disbinding, good condition.
CHARLES CARROLL DEATH Andrew Jackson Presidential Election 1832 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393617167481
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 17, 1832 * Andrew Jackson re-elected President * Death of Charles Carroll : signer of the Declaration of Independence The front page has a lengthy editorial which begins: "The presidential election has so far proceeded as to render the result certain, that "Andrew Jackson of Tennessee" will be re-elected president, and 'Martin Van Buren, of New York', be elected vice president of the United States--if they shall live until the meeting of the electoral colleges in December next..." with more. Page 2 contains a report on the death of Charles Carroll, which begins: "Charles Carroll, of Carrollton, the last survivor of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, has departed. He ... See More
General ANDREW JACKSON Presidential ELECTION Victory 1833 Wash. D.C. Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373723630445
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 14, 1833 * President Andrew Jackson election Page 3 has a notable report on the results of the: "Presidential Election" noting in part: "The hour of one having arrived, the Senate attended...the President of the senate...proceed to open the votes of the electors in the several states for President and Vice President of the United States..." with a bit more and a chart showing the votes by state. Then: "...Whereupon the President of the joint meeting proclaimed that ANDREW JACKSON of Tennessee, having a majority of the whole number o votes, was elected President...". Four pages, a bit irregular at the spine from disbinding, good condition.
SHIRLEY CHISHOLM DEATH 1st Black Woman in Congress Pres Candidate 2005 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393547869716
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LOS ANGELES TIMES, January 4, 2005 * Death of Shirley Chisholm * 1st African American Woman elected to the United States Congress Page 10 of Section B has a half-page report on the death and obituary of "Shirley Chisholm, 80: Ran for President, Served 13 Years in Congress." She was the first African-American to be elected to the United States Congress; and in 1972 the first black candidate for a major party's nomination for President of the United States, and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. This also includes a 6 1/2 x 4 /12 photo and a smaller more current photo of Mrs. Chisholm. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day are within. Complete and in very nice... See More
WOODROW WILSON Presidential Election WIN vs. Charles Evans Hughes 1916 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393479647802
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, Nov. 10, 1916 * Woodrow Wilson election * Charles Evans Hughes The banner headline proclaims: "WILSON RE-ELECTED PRESIDENT ON FACE OF RETURNS" with various subheads including: "Result Hinges On Final Count In Four States". This same newspaper, two days prior, proclaimed Hughes winning the election. Complete in 16 pages, partially loose at the spine, bit of flaking at the right margins with some minor margin tears. Should be handled carefully.
THEODORE Teddy ROOSEVELT Elected President ELECTION Victory WIN 1904 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373625068110
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Nov. 10, 1904 * Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt * Presidential election victory The top of the front page has a two column heading: "ROOSEVELT'S PLURALITY MAY BE TWO MILLIONS" with subhead. (see) Nice for display. Photo of Roosevelt on page 2. 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 6 pages, two small, lightly inked library stamps within the masthead, a little irregular along the spine, generally nice.
Nice JOHN F. KENNEDY Presidential Election JFK Wins 1960 Phoenix AZ Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393399913850
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC, Phoenix, November 9, 1960 * John F. Kennedy JFK elected president The front page has a nice banner headline: "SEN. KENNEDY WINS" with photos of both John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. A displayable issue of an event seldom saved at the time prior to his assassination. Incomplete issue containing 8 pages (1-4, 9-12), in good condition. Would be great for display.
FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT Presidential Election Win FDR Garner 1936 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393239275508
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, November 4, 1936 * President Franklin D. Roosevelt re-elected (1st report) The front page features a nice banner headline that reads: "ROOSEVELT VICTORY GREATEST IN HISTORY..." with subheads and voting tallies. Large photo of Roosevelt on page 3. First report coverage on the re-election of FDR for a second term prior to World War II. Complete with all 30 pages, light toning and a minor wear at the margins, some small binding holes along the spine, generally very nice.
JOHN GRIER HIBBEN Elected Princeton University President & Photos 1912 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373528449542
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Jan. 18, 1912 * John Grier Hibben - minister - educator * Elected president of Princeton University The top of the front page has a three column headline: "ELECTION OF DR. HIBBEN EXPECTED TO END MUCH OF TROUBLE AT PRINCETON" with subhead and related pictorial. (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 16 pages, two small library stamps within the masthead, irregular along the spine, generally nice.
HERBERT HOOVER Elected 31st President of United States Rep. WINS 1928 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393096047758
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, November 7, 1928 * Herbert Hoover elected President * Franklin D. Roosevelt wins Governorship The front page has a terrific banner headline in bold lettering: "HOOVER SWEEPS U. S." with subheads and chart. (see) Lengthy 1st report coverage continues on the following pages. Some related photos as well. Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication. Nice for display. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 48 pages, rag edition in great condition.
General ULYSSES S. GRANT Presidential Re-Election Victory 1872 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373345517167
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK HERALD, Nov. 6, 1872 * Ulysses S. Great elected president Page 3 has nice one column headings that include: "THE BATTLE WON" "ANOTHER APPOMATTOX!" "Disastrous Rout of the Liberals" "GRANT RE-ELECTED" and more with elections numbers. Twelve pages, large piece torn away at the upper right corner of the 1st leaf (pages 1 & 2) (see), otherwise nice.
INDIA BECOMES A REPUBLIC Independent from Britain Jawaharlal Nehru1950 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373337283812
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Mass., January 24, 1950 * India becomes a republic * Independence from Britain The front page has a one column heading: "First President Being Elected By India Today" with subhead. (see) First report coverage on India becoming a independent republic from Britain with Jawaharlal Nehru becoming the first prime minister. Complete with 16 pages, light toning and minor wear at the margins, generally nice.
2 Best GEORGE W. BUSH Presidential Election Florida Recount WIN 2000 Newspapers
eBay Fixed Price Item # 393003979194
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE LEDGER, Lakeland, Florida (two issues). * George W. Bush election & recount win Given the attention of the current presidential election, here is a terrific--and perhaps the very best--pair of issues on the election controversy of George W. Bush's second term. From the state of Florida, which was the focus of the turmoil of this election, the two issues have headlines which relate very nicely to one another. Never before have I seen such a pair of headlines which were meant to stay together! The Nov. 8, 2000 issue has the banner head: "BUSH ELECTED" and the Dec. 14, 2000 issue has the banner head: "Bush Elected II". You get the pair, both issues complete and in nice condition.
JAMES MONROE United States Presidential Election WIN in 1817 American Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373300789892
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 19, 1817 * President James Monroe * Presidential election win A page 2 report datelined "Washington, Feb. 13, 1817" reports: "According to the provisions of the Constitution, the votes given by the Electors...were yesterday counted...in the presence of the Senators and Representatives in Congress, and it was officially proclaimed by the President of the Senate; that JAMES MONROE is elected President of the United States; and that DANIEL D. TOMPKINS is elected Vice-President...". Four pages, slightly irregular at the spine margin, nice condition.
Lyndon B. Johnson LBJ Elected Presidential Election WIN 1964 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373261984412
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE ARIZONA REPUBLIC, Phoenix, Nov. 4, 1964 * Lyndon B. Johnson presidential election The banner headline proclaims: "JOHNSON LANDSLIDE" with subheads and photos. Nice for display. The complete first section only with 16 pages, light toning, minor wear and tiny white paint splatter along the central fold, generally good.
Gen. ULYSSES S. GRANT Wins Presidential Election Elected Victory 1868 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 392874206382
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK HERALD, Nov. 4, 1868 * General Ulysses S. Grant presidential election All of page 3 is taken up with the election results, with one column headlines including "ULYSSES S. GRANT ELECTED PRESIDENT" "All the Original Free States Except New York Declare for Him" "The Election Uncommonly Quiet" and more. Twelve pages, very nice condition.
Rare CONFEDERATE Raleigh NC North Carolina Final Months CIVIL WAR 1865 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 392858453906
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE DAILY PROGRESS, Raleigh, North Carolina, Nov. 14, 1864 * Rare Confederate title * Civil War nears the end Raleigh was one of the last major cities of the South to fall into the hands of Sherman, surrendering on April 13, 1865, just one day before Lincoln was assassinated. This rare Confederate title is from not long before surrendering. The front page has: "Tribute to the Memory of Major Generals Rodes and Ramseur" which includes 2 letters; also: "Report of the Secretary of the Treasury". The back page has: "Northern News--Lincoln Re-Elected" "The Georgia Legislature & the War" "The President & the Press" and more. Complete as a single sheet newspaper which is typical for late-war issues from the South as most... See More
Historic NRA National Rifle Association - Organization CREATION 1871 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373100834338
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 25, 1871 * Creation of the NRA, the National Rifle Association The bottom of pg. 3 has a brief & inconspicuous report which is very significant to the founding of the NRA, the National Rifle Association. As the internet notes, the NRA was founded in 1871 by Capt. Wingate and Col. Church, both mentioned in this report. Papers for incorporation were sent the week previous on Nov. 17, and this report notes: "A meeting of the incorporators of the National Rifle Association was held at the office of G. W. Wingate...yesterday afternoon. There were present..." followed by a list of the officers where elected, most notably: "President, Major-Gen. Burnside; Vice President, Col. W. C. Church..." and more, with... See More
ADOLPH HITLER Loses Germany PRESIDENTIAL Election to Hindenburg 1932 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 392787352687
This issue is being offered as a piece of history. We at Rare Newspapers offer such items being mindful of George Santayana's famous quote (often attributed falsely to Winston Churchill): “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”. Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, April 11, 1932 * Adolph Hitler vs. Paul Von Hindenburg * Last major setback before rise to power (Hitler) * Germany presidential election The front page has a six column headiong: "Hindenburg Defeats Hitler for Presidency" with subheads. A few related photos are on the back page. First report coverage on the German election of President Paul Von Hindenburg over Adolph Hitler. Hitler's rise to power would be right around the cor... See More
Very Rare AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR Providence RI Rhode Island 1779 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 373023202895
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE AMERICAN JOURNAL & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Providence, Rhode Island, October 21, 1779 * Very rare American Revolutionary War publication A truly rare title from the Revolutionary War, as it lasted for less than 1 1/2 years from March, 1779 to August, 1781. This issue is volume 1, number 32. Page 2 has: "By the King. A Proclamation" which begins: "Whereas we have received intelligence that preparations are making by our enemies to invade this our kingdom...". Also on pg. 2 are various reports from Charleston, one item concerning: "...return of General Mackintosh from the northward into Georgia, a military force is collecting in the interior part of that country...", then a report concerning British ships in port at Beau... See More
RICHARD NIXON Wins United States 46th Presidential Election 1968 L.A. Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 392566695295
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: HERALD EXAMINER, Election Extra, Los Angeles, November 6, 1968 * Richard Nixon elected president of United States The front page has a nice banner headline: "NIXON'S THE WON" with subhead and related photo. (see) Nice for display. Nice to have in a California publication, the state that Nixon over the top for the win. Complete 1st section only with 24 pages, minor wear along the central fold, generally nice.
RICHARD NIXON Presidential Election of the United States VICTORY 1972 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 392518277206
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: DAILY NEWS, New York, Nov. 8, 1972 * Richard Nixon elected president * Famous tabloid publication The front page is dominated by: "IT'S A NIXON LANDSLIDE" with a bit more, plus a photo of "A Happy President & Pat land at Andrews Air Force Base, Md. last night to follow election results at the White House." How his fortunes would change in less than 2 years. Complete in 104 pages, minor loss to an upper corner, good condition.
Historic GEORGE WASHINGTON Presidential Election WINNER John Adams 1789 Magazine
eBay Fixed Price Item # 372707143564
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, May, 1789 * George Washington elected 1st president of U.S. * Report from his Revolutionary War enemy (historic) Certainly the most significant---and very historic--report in this issue is the account under the heading "America" of George Washington being elected the first President of the United States. The full text can be seen in the photos, however portions include: "The 4th of March, being the day appointed by the ordinance of Congress for proceedings to commence under the new Federal Constitution, the morning was ushered in by a discharge of 14 cannon...it was found that George Washington, Esq. was unanimously elected President, and John Adams, Esq. with a very few dissidents... See More
Best CHARLES DE GAULLE French Republic Leader Paris France DEATH 1970 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 392275507528
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: FRANCE-SOIR, Paris, France, Nov. 11, 1970 * Charles de Gaulle death (1st report) * Best title to be had ? The front page is black-bordered and features a large & bold banner headline: "LA MORTE DE DE GAULLE" [The Death of De Gaulle]. Charles DeGaulle was a French general and statesman. He was the leader of Free France (1940–44) and the head of the provisional government of the French Republic (1944–46). In 1958, was elected as the 18th President of France, until his resignation in 1969. He was the dominant figure of France during the Cold War era and his memory continues to influence French politics (credit Wikipedia). Much content on him on inside pages, with many photos as well. Presumed complete with... See More
ARTHUR GRIFFITH Irish Free State Dail Eirean President ELECTION 1922 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 372244161765
Shown is an original & historic old newspaper, offered to enhance your collectible interest: THE NEW YORK TIMES, January 11, 1922 * Arthur Griffith election win (1st report) * President of Dail Eireann * Irish Free State - Ireland The top of the front page has one column headings that include: "GRIFFITH ELECTED IRISH PRESIDENT; DAIL ADJOURNS" "Government That Will Prepare the Way for Irish Free State Takes Over Offices" "De Valera Men Walk Out" "Next Moves Explained" and more. (see) First report coverage on the election of President of Dail Eireann, Arthur Griffith. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete with all 42 pages, light toning at the margins, irregular along the spine (see), otherwise nice.
EMILIO PORTES GIL President of Mexico Election WIN Mexican 1928 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 391820945005
Shown is an original & historic old newspaper, offered to enhance your collectible interest: THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 26, 1928 * Emilio Portes Gill elected * 41st President of Mexico The front page has a one column heading: "PORTES GIL ELECTED MEXICAN PRESIDENT" with subheads. (see) First report coverage continues inside with photo. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 56 pages, light toning, minor margin wear, generally nice.
EAMON DE VALERA Elected PRESIDENT Ireland Independence Leader 1932 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 391488837280
Shown is an original & historic old newspaper, offered to enhance your collectible interest: THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, March 10, 1932 * Eamon De Valera elected president * Fianna Fail - Dail * Ireland - Irish The front page has one column headings that include: "DE VALERA ELECTED PRESIDENT BY DAIL", "Cheered as He is Selected to Head Cabinet--Chooses Republican Aides", "Takes Oath Of Allegiance" and more. (see) Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 44 pages, rag edition in great condition.
Niceto Alcalá-Zamora ELECTION WIN Second Spanish Republic 1931 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 391445308759
Shown is an original & historic old newspaper, offered to enhance your collectible interest: THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 11, 1931 * Niceto Alcalá-Zamora elected president * Second Spanish Republic - Spain The top of the front page has a one column heading: "ZAMORA IS ELECTED PRESIDENT OF SPAIN" with subheads. (see) First report coverage on Niceto Alcalá-Zamora becoming the president of the Second Spanish Republic. Article continues inside with photo of Zamora. Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 56 pages, this is the rare rag edition that was produced on very high quality newsprint, with a high percentage of cotton & linen content, allowing the issues to remain very white & sturdy into the present. Given the subscription cost, libraries & ... See More
JOHN ADAMS & Thomas Jefferson (2) Acts of Congress & Letters 1798 Old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 371565046554
Shown is an original & historic old newspaper, offered to enhance your collectible interest: COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 16, 1798 * John Adams & Thomas Jefferson * (2) Acts of Congress Most of the last column on the front page is taken up with two Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: John Adams, and in block type by the Vice President: Th. Jefferson. One is for erecting light houses and the other is for purchasing ships. The front page also notes that John Adams was elected president of the Academy of Arts and Sciences. Page 2 has two letters signed in type by John Adams, in response to letters to him from the towns of Wells and Concord, Mass. Four pages, some light staining, generally nice condition.
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