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Dwight D. Eisnehower World War II General IKE Wins Election 1952 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374481090272
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE DENVER POST, November 5, 1952 * Dwight Eisenhower - Ike * Elected President of U.S. The front page has a nice banner headline in bold lettering above the masthead: "IKE WINS" with: "It's a G. O. P. Landslide" with subheads and color photo. (see) Incomplete issue containing the front and back leafs of the 1st section only (4 pages total), nice for display as such.
Yanceyville NC North Carolina African American Leering Girl Case 1952 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374455856363
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 12, 1952 * Convicted of "Leering" from a distance * Yanceyville, Caswell County, North Carolina * President Eisenhower's "Crusade of Freedom" speech The front page has: "Negro in North Carolina Convicted Of Assault by 'Leer' at White Girl", which continues on page 21. It tells of sharecropper Mack Ingram's conviction of assaulting a white woman by leering at her from 60 feet. The trial became the subject of much Communist propaganda. The details are worth reading. Page 13 has the entire text of President Dwight D. Eisenhower's third "Crusade of Freedom Speech" - a speech given just a few days after being elected President. Fifty-Six pages, rag edition, a bit rough on the left spine, but in... See More
John Adams & Thomas Jefferson Presidential Election Victory Win 1797 Magazine
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374450412825
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, February, 1797 * John Adams presidential election * Thomas Jefferson as vice president The most notable report is the announcement that John Adams has been elected President of the United States. A report near the back notes in part: "Yesterday, agreeable to a provision of the Constitution...the members...assembled...to count the votes of the Electors for, and determined the election of, a President and Vice President of the United States: when John Adams, Esq. was declared rot be elected President, and Thomas Jefferson, Esq. Vice-President..." with a bit more. Among the articles are: "Application of the Doctrine of Septic Fluids to Explain Some of the Diseases of Human Te... See More
Great Constitutional Convention Begins George Washington Elected 1787 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394371536300
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE INDEPENDENT GAZETTEER; OR THE CHRONICLE OF FREEDOM, Philadelphia, May 26, 1787 * Constitutional Convention begins * George Washington elected president An exceedingly historic issue as this newspaper reports the formal beginning of the Constitutional Convention--terrific to have in a newspaper from the city where these notable proceedings were held. As such, this is likely the first newspaper to report this event, which significantly includes the election of George Washington as its President. This event would presage his election as President of the United States in less than two years. From Philadelphia is a report datelined May 26 with the historic report: "Yesterday, at the State House in this city, seve... See More
George Washington as President Elect & American Government Birth 1789 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374382456359
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, April 6, 1789 On this very day the votes for President were counted in the Senate, the result showing Washington was elected (not reported here). Page 2 item from Boston notes that many men elected as federal representatives have declined the honor due to "private affairs". Also: "A Proclamation" for a day of fasting & prayer, signed in type: John Hancock. Another page 2 report concerns the expected arrival of George Washington in New York for his inauguration, and the same for John Adams. And a report dated April 2 from New York notes: "It is expected a sufficient number of Senators will be arrived in a very few days, which will enable that most Honorable body to assemble for the dispa... See More
Delaware & Pennsylvania United States Constitution Ratification 1787 US Magazine
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394335520314
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old magazine: THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, December, 1787 * United States Constitution ratification * Pennsylvania and Delaware (1st state) ratify The first article in this issue is: "A Description of Boston". Near the back of the issue is "Intelligence" which has the latest news reports of the day, including an historic one noting: "The deputies of the state Convention of Delaware met at Dover on Monday the third...and a House being formed, they elected James Latimer, Esq. President. On Thursday they ratified the New Federal Constitution by an unanimous vote, and on Friday every member signed the ratification." Delaware was the first state to ratify the Constitution. This is followed by a report of the second state t... See More
General Andrew Jackson Elected President of the United States 1825 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374337378704
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Jan. 1, 1825 * General Andrew Jackson elected president The first article at the top of page 1 has a small head: "Presidential Election" with the report noting: "It being ascertained that Louisiana has given three votes to gen. Jackson & two to Mr. Adams, as president--(and an undivided vote for Mr. Calhoun as vice president), we are enabled to state the result of the late election as follows: " What follows is a list of the votes for Jackson, J.Q. Adams, Wm. Crawford, and Henry Clay plus just a bit more text. Among the other reports in this issue are: "The Nation's Guest" which is concerning General Lafayette; "The Slave Trade" "Report of the Postmaster General" and more. Sixteen... See More
General Dwight D. Eisenhower Ike Presidential Election Victory 1956 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374325807578
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK HERALD TRIBUNE, Nov. 7, 1956 * General Dwight D. Eisenhower * Elected president of the United States The banner headline accounts: "Eisenhower Landslide" along with: "Solid South Broken, Congress in Doubt; Wagner Concedes to Javits; Bush Wins". The Bush mention is Senator Prescott S. Bush of Connecticut, father of President George H.W. Bush, and grandfather of President George H. Bush. The complete issue with all 3 sections, light toning at the margins, minor spine wear, nice condition
Richard Nixon Wins United States 46th Presidential Election 1968 L.A. Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394304419110
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, light toning and minor wear along the spine, generally good.
Early Evansville Vanderburgh County Indiana Pre Civil War 1848 old Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374310924879
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: EVANSVILLE WEEKLY JOURNAL, Indiana, Nov. 9, 1848 The front page begins with a nice, graphic notice supporting Zachary Taylor for President. Page 3 has a similar graphic with some election results: "We have the satisfaction to announce to our readers this morning the following telegraphic despatch received..." followed by a list of ten states: "...gone for Taylor sure. The Whigs are gaining largely in..." with a list of 6 states, then: "...The returns from Pennsylvania show large gains...General Taylor is elected without a doubt..." with more on the election results. Four pages, a bit irregular at the blank spine margin due to disbinding, nice condition.
James Monroe Wins United States Presidential Election Votes Count 1820 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394293763843
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: BOSTON RECORDER, Feb. 24, 1821 * James Monroe elected president Page 3 has a nice account of the proceedings in "Congress - Election of President and Vice-President" datelined February 14. It details the procedure, snd the opening of the packets: "...containing the certificates and votes...handing them to the tellers who read...In this manner the vortex of the several states were announced..." and what follows is the list by state. It reports the question of accepting the votes of Missouri, not yet a state, but ultimately: "...The President of the Senate announced that the total number of votes for James Monroe as President...was 231, and if the votes of Missouri were not counted, was 228; that in either event, James Mo... See More
1865 Andrew Johnson w/ Abraham Lincoln Assassination State of the Union Address
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394292085620
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE NEW YORK HERALD, Dec. 6, 1865 * President Andrew Johnson * State of the Union Address * Much mention of the loss of Abrham Lincoln The top of the 1st column of the front page has a one column heading: "MESSAGE of the President Of The United States To The Two Houses Of Congress...." Text of the address takes up 5 columns, all on the front page and is signed in type: Andrew Johnson. It includes, in part: "To express gratitude to God in the name of the people for the preservation of the United States is my first duty in addressing you. Our thoughts next revert to the death of the late President by an act of parricidal treason. The grief of the nation is still fresh. It finds some solace in the consideration that he ... See More
Preesident William Henry Harrison Election Win 1840 Washington D.C. Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374281527456
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE GLOBE, Washington, D.C., Nov. 9, 1840 * William Henry Harrison * Presidential election victory Perhaps there can be no better newspaper to report a Presidential election than one from the nation's capital. Page 3 begins with: "The Election" "It becomes our duty to announce to the public that we have received returns of the elections in a sufficient number of the states to render the final result no longer doubtful. Gen. Harrison, the standard bearer of the Federal and Abolition parties, has been elected..." with much more. This report takes a full column. Four pages, nice condition.
President Abraham Lincoln Election Victory 1st Report 1864 Civil War Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374278978932
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, Nov. 12, 1864 * Abraham Lincoln elected president (2nd term) * 1st report plus Civil War reporting Page 3 has a nice illustration headed: "Prison At Andersonville, Georgia" with related text with one column heads: "Rebel Cruelties To Prisoners" "The Horrors of Andersonville, of Libby Prison, and of Relic Isle" "Plundering, Starving, Freezing and Shooting" "Testimony of Privates, Officers and Surgeons" with the text taking over 4 columns. But of more significance is the page 4 report which--quite inconspicuously--announces: "Abraham Lincoln is re-elected President by a very large electoral & still more decisive popular majority. He can no longer be taunted as a 'minority' President.... See More
Alexander Hamilton Founding Father Statesman Documents Signed 1791 US Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374266747164
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Nov. 28, 1791 Mot of the front page is taken up with the French Revolution with a lengthy letter signed: Louis. Most of page 3 is taken up with reports from Congress, including a brief note to the House concerning expenses for the year signed by the Secretary of the Treasury: Alexander Hamilton. This is followed by another letter signed: Alexander Hamilton with a chart of other expenses: "For compensation to the president, vice-president, chief justice, and associate judges" as well as Cabinet posts. Page 3 mentions: "Col. Henry Lee is elected Governor of Virginia bye the Legislature of that state." Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, printed on thick stock paper, very nice condition.
American Antiquarian Society AAS Worcester Massachusetts Established 1812 News
eBay Fixed Price Item # 394251601846
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 25, 1812 * American Antiquarian Society (AAS) established * Worcester, Massachusetts - American history Page 2 has a very significant news report headed: "American Antiquarian Society" which begins: "This Society was incorporated by an Act of the Legislature of this Commonwealth, passed October 22d, 1812. It's object is to collect and preserve the most authentic ancient documents & memorials..." with more. Also noted is that Isaiah Thomas was elected as President. The American Antiquarian Society is the very respected institution in Worcester, Mass., which houses the country's largest & most complete collection of material printed in the United States prior to 1876. Page 2 also has W... See More
John Adams & Thomas Jefferson Presidential Election Victory Win 1797 Newspaper
eBay Fixed Price Item # 374183158791
Offered is an original, historic, & collectible old newspaper: THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Feb. 22, 1797 * John Adams presidential election * Thomas Jefferson as vice president Page 2 has a report from the "Proceedings of the Columbian Federal Congress" concerning the process for tallying votes for President & Vice President: "...that the two Houses shall assemble in the chamber of the House of Representatives on Wednesday next, at 12 o'clock, that two persons shall be appointed tellers...to make a list of votes...that the result shall be declared by the President of the Senate who shall announce the state of the votes & the persons elected...President and Vice President of the United States...". Further on is the report from that Wednesday which gives the d... See More
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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 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.
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