Newspapers from the 1700s
The eighteenth century saw the heyday of the Age of Reason, and the rising popularity and increased distribution of newspapers played a key role in deepening and expanding public discourse. We carry only absolutely authentic original newspapers, and there's no better way to discover the history of the 1700s than to hold a newspaper from that century in your own hands.Newspapers from the 1700s
The eighteenth century saw the heyday of the Age of Reason, and the rising popularity and increased distribution of newspapers played a key role in deepening and expanding public discourse. We carry only absolutely authentic original newspapers, and there's no better way to discover the history of the 1700s than to hold a newspaper from that century in your own hands.
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #700551
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Sept. 30, 1758; Sept. 16, 1760; July 28, 1761; May 21, 1768; & May 19, 1772. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in good condition, a few with some damp staining & a little foxing or fold rubbing. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American col... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #700523
September 09, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 9, 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 ... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #700420
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Aug. 17, 1758; Oct. 8, 1761; Feb. 19, 1763; Feb. 23, 1768; & Feb. 22, 1772. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in good condition, a few with some damp staining & a little foxing or fold rubbing. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colo... See More
Death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart... Slaves revolting in Haiti...
Item #700316
December 01, 1791
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1791
* Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart death (1st report)
* Musical composer - Classical music era original
Presented inconspicuously among other death reports is a brief yet very notable report on the death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ending with a prophetic comment: "At Vienna, Wolfgang Mozart, the celebrated German composer. ... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #700310
October 03, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Oct. 3, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 18 illustrated ship ads.
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages, a little light staining, generally nice.... See More
General Wayne concludes a treaty with the Indians...
Item #700272
September 01, 1795
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, September, 1795
* Treaty of Greenville
* Mad Anthony Wayne
* Northwest Indians
The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back four pages contain news items of the day.
Among the articles are: "Description of Charles River Bridge" (plate lacking), and "A Dissertation on the Means of Preservi... See More
1793 Boston, Massachusetts...
Item #700130
February 22, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb.226, 1794
* 18th century American title
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.
Pages 3 & 4 contain a few illustrated ship ads.
Complete as a 4 page issue, nice condition.
Ben Franklin on the proposed Constitution...
Item #700018
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Feb., 1789 Pages 1, 2 and a bit of page 3 are taken up with a fascinating: "...address to the inhabitants of the United States of America, by the celebrated Dr. Benjamin Franklin, on the disaffection that has prevailed towards the new system of government introduced in that country...".This is an interesting letter of defense of the new Constitut... See More
From the Revolutionary War era...
Item #700010
March 16, 1779
THE LONDON EVENING POST, March 16, 1779
* American Revolutionary War era
* 18th century - from The Enemy
Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.
I could find no "meaty" references to the Revolutionary War in this i... See More
An attempted early demonstration of a parachute ends comically... News from America...
Item #699820
July 14, 1785
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 14, 1785 The back page has a report concerning the early use of a parachute, bits noting: "...pesons were assembled...late Blanchard's Aerobatic Academy near Vauxhall, to be spectators of an experiment made by a Italian with a parachute, who was to have let himself down from a prodigious altitude and to manifest his composure by playing on a violi... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #699705
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated June 20, 1758; Oct. 4, 1760; March 19, 1761; Feb. 16, 1768; & Feb. 11, 1772. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in good condition, a few with some damp staining & a little foxing or fold rubbing. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American col... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #699613
August 01, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 1, 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 c... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #698821
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Dec. 26, 1761, May 19, 1763, May 3, 1766, April 2, 1768, & April 14, 1772. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in good condition, a few with some damp staining & a little foxing or fold rubbing. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colon... See More
Nice engraving in the masthead...
Item #698180
February 01, 1753
THE WORLD, London, England, Feb. 1, 1753
* 18th century original
This is an interesting six page newspaper which only lasted for four years, devoted to satirizing the vices and follies of the fashionable world rather than reporting the news of the day.
Nice woodcut in the masthead of a man writing in a book while looking at a globe. Six pages, 7 by 11 inches, nice condition.... See More
A title we rarely offer...
Item #698007
January 30, 1735
THE FREE BRITON, London, Jan. 30, 1735
* Rare publication... 18th century original...
We rarely find issues of this title which lasted for less than six years. The entire issue is taken up with: "Continuation of the Lord Bacon's Defence of the Lord Burleigh".
Complete as a single sheet issue, very decorative first letter on the front page and a partial red i... See More
Battle of Dettingen: last time a British King led troops into battle...
Item #697602
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1743
* Battle of Dettingen
* King George II
* Last British monarch
* to lead army in battle
Much on the Battle of Dettington - the last time that a British monarch, George II, personally led his troops into battle (see images).
One of the article is titled: "Objections to Mr. Yate's Theory of Comets" which include
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* Battle of Dettingen
* King George II
* Last British monarch
* to lead army in battle
Much on the Battle of Dettington - the last time that a British monarch, George II, personally led his troops into battle (see images).
One of the article is titled: "Objections to Mr. Yate's Theory of Comets" which include
George Washington & Ben Franklin letters... Society of the Cincinnati...
Item #697501
February 23, 1797
THE NEW WORLD, Philadelphia, Feb. 23, 1797
* Society of the Cincinnati
* President George Washington
A quite scarce title, and until a recent find, the very first we have offered in our 44 years. It published for exactly one year.
Page 3 has an address of the Philadelphia militia to George Washington, with his response signed in type: Go. Washington. And followed by the address of t... See More
Ben Franklin's famous kite experiment...
Item #697413
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1752* Benjamin Franklin's famous kite experiment described
Inside has a terrific account of a legendary event in history--the famous kite experiment conducted by Benjamin Franklin. Note there is even mention of Franklin's name on the title page.
The article, datelined "Philadelphia, Oct. 19, 1752", begins by mentioning the r... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #697369
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Jan. 12, 1758, Jan. 1, 1760, Jan. 22, 1763, Jan. 6, 1761, and Jan. 12, 1768. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies.
Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in good condit... See More
The radical, pro-American John Wilkes is committed to the Tower of London...
Item #697319
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, May 9, 1768 (currently spelled Gloucester). Page 2 has an impassioned letter signed in type by the radical journalist & politician John Wilkes. It begins: "In support of the liberties of this country, against the arbitrary rule of ministers, I was before committed to the TOWER and am now sentenced to this PRISON..." with much more.During the Re... See More
Two accounts of the Battle of Bunker Hill, and two of Washington being named commander-in-chief... Thanks to Patrick Henry...
Item #697280
July 07, 1775
THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, July 7, 1775 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. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia, as any experienced collector is aware.
Simply a terrific issue, containing repor... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #697279
October 13, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, May 13, 1796 The front page is taken up with ads including 19 illustrated ship ads. There are no fewer than five runaway "Reward" ads, all with various detail.
Four pages, crease near the center, very nice condition.
Front page Act signed by Sam Adams... Other thoughts on the Jay Treaty...
Item #697252
July 20, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 20, 1795 Half of the front page is taken up with an Act of the Massachusetts legislature, signed in type by the governor: Samuel Adams.
Much of page 2 is taken up with: "Observations Against The TREATY." being the controversial Jay Treaty.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, never-trimmed margins, small binding holes at the blank spine. There a... See More
Benefits to Revolutionary War veterans...
Item #697251
April 01, 1794
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, April 1, 1794 The back page has an notice headed: "War Department" concerning benefits to those of military service who died or were injured. It is signed by the Secretary of War: H. Knox.
The front page has reports from the "Congress of the United States" which carries over to page 2.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, great ... See More
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #697250
June 01, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 1, 1797 This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controversial publisher who often wrote under the pen-name of "Peter Porcupine." He was famous for sniping at his political opponents, usually those of a Jeffersonian-Republican sentiment. The first issue app... See More
Concerns about the pending Jay Treaty, with Washington's response...
Item #697239
August 31, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Aug. 31, 1795 Page 2 has a letter from the people of Morris County, N.J. on their concerns about the Jay Treaty. Also a similar letter from the merchants of Phila. to the President followed by: "The President's Answer" signed in type: Geo. Washington.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.... See More
Fortifications of ports & harbors of the United States...
Item #697238
February 03, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Feb. 3, 1796 Various news & ads of the day including an illustrated stagecoach ad. The front page begins with a: "Report from the Department of War Relative to the Fortification of the Ports and Harbours of the United States" with specifics on Salem, Marblehead, New London, New York, Philadelphia, Savannah, Charleston, Norfolk, A... See More
The Department of State is created...
Item #697225
July 29, 1789
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, July 29, 1789 Page 3 contains the first newspaper printing of the Act of Congress which created the State Department, titled: "An Act for Establishing an Executive Department to be Denominated the Department of Foreign Affairs". This was the first executive department created by Congress. A bit later the name would be changed to the State Dep... See More
Washington has out-generaled General Howe...
Item #697224
December 26, 1776
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, Dec. 26, 1776 Page 3 begins with a report noting: "...the celebrated Dr. Franklin arrived from America at Quiberon...and represents the Americans to be in a very good situation, having lost nothing, that they intended to keep, and that they will have 80,000 men in the field next campaign. He gives out that he is only come to France to print some new wor... See More
Terrific wealth of content... Washington on exchanging prisoners... France acknowledges America's independence...
Item #697223
July 26, 1777
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, July 26, 1777 The front page has some war reports including: "...that Sir William Howe takes the field with 13,000 rank and file only...he proposes to direct his course through the Jerseys to Philadelphia, but as Mr. Washington has occupied..." with more in this.
Page 3 has many items relating to the war, the photos show just small portions.
But ... See More
Naval battle between the Americans & British... Franklin the 'old fox'...
Item #697219
January 03, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, Jan. 3, 1778 This was a Tory newspaper published when the British occupied Philadelphia. It began in 1775 and ended when the British evacuated the city in May of 1778. Not surprisingly, the masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.
Page 2 has a very detailed letter concerning a naval battle between American s... See More
Washington's anger over the murder of Captain Huddy...
Item #697218
May 21, 1782
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, May 21, 1782 Two-thirds of the front page is taken up with "Debates in the House of Commons Upon the American War". An excellent report providing much insight into the discussions on the troubling situation in America and how to resolve it. Consensus shows a strong interest in ending the military involvement in America.
... See More
The "humble" beginnings of Stephen Girard...
Item #697217
October 17, 1792
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Oct. 17, 1792 The front page features 21 illustrated ship ad making this a decorative issue. The ftpg. also has a small notice for the "Cincinnati of Pennsylvania" [The Society of Cincinnati] calling for a meeting of the standing committee.
The back page has an ad by Stephen Girard, for the sale of merchandise (including French... See More
Foldout map of France... Canada content...
Item #697215
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1747 Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map titled in the cartouche: "FRANCE With Its Acquired Territories In Germany, and the Netherlands...".
This map shows considerable detail including a close-up view of the harbor & town of Toulon. The map also shows the southern portion of England and just
... See More
This map shows considerable detail including a close-up view of the harbor & town of Toulon. The map also shows the southern portion of England and just
News of Cornwallis' capture causes the Britons to say the war is over...
Item #697212
January 15, 1782
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, Jan. 15, 1782 Page 2 has a letter form General Heath from the Highlands, Dec. 25, 1781, which includes: "...Capt. Williams of the New York levies, who are doing duty on the lines of this post...made an excursion to Morissania, took & brought off one captain...without any loss on our side..." with a bit more. Also a r... See More
Notable attempt at price controls during the War... Much fine war content...
Item #697211
July 15, 1779
THE AMERICAN JOURNAL & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Providence, Rhode Island, July 15, 1779 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 is the volume 1, #18 issue.
The entire front page & most of the back page are taken up with what one scholar calls: "...one of the most remarkable debates of the Revolution... See More
Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown...
Item #697208
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, London, December and the Appendix issue for the year 1781 Certainly the most historic report in this issue--and perhaps in any issue from the Revolutionary War--is that near the back of the issue under "American Affairs". It is an "Extract of a Letter from Sir Henry Clinton to...George Germain..." dated at New York, Nov. 13, 1781, which has: "In ... See More
Inhabitants of New Zealand... Plate of Algernon Sidney...
Item #697207
July 01, 1773
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, July, 1773 Near the back is a nearly full column report headed: "America - New York". Also an article: "Interesting Anecdotes of the Life of Algernon Sydney, the English Patriot" as well as a full page plate of him. Sidney was an English politician who was accused of platting against the life of Charles II, for which he would be executed.
Ov... See More
The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #697098
April 30, 1743
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, April 30, 1743 This was the very first successful magazine in America, preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short years.
As the subtitle reads: "Containing Accounts of the Propagation & Revival of Religion in Great Britain & America", th... See More
When the population of Pittsburgh was 1,355...
Item #697097
January 21, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Jan. 21, 1796 Page 3 has a report headed: "Pittsburgh" noting: "We hear from Fat Washington that General Wayne has left the army on a visit to Phila. and that General Wilkinson has taken the command at Greenville. The number of inhabitants in the borough of Pittsburgh, as taken by three assessors, during the last week, amounts t... See More
Detailed report from the Dept. of War on the ports & harbors of the U.S...
Item #697096
February 03, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Feb. 3, 1796 Most of the front page is taken up with a: "Report From the Department of War, Relative to the Fortifications of the Ports and Harbours of the United States", with details city by city.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #697093
November 23, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, Nov. 23, 1713 This editorial-format newspaper was edited by the famed Jonathan Swift at this time (of Gulliver's Travels fame), It promoted a Tory perspective on British politics, at a time when Queen Anne had replaced Whig ministers with Tories.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper as was typical of the day, 7 1/2 by 13 inches, nice condition.
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #697092
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Nov. 22, 1757, April 19, 1759, Dec. 30, 1762, March 10, 1763, and June 20, 1767. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies.
Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in good co... See More
Governor of Massachusetts & his Assembly...
Item #697081
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, April 25, 1768 (currently spelled Gloucester) The front page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Boston, New England, dated March 7" which hints at the dissension among the citizens which would ultimately result in the Revolutionary War.A few items note: "...I never will have any dispute with the representatives of this good people which I... See More
From during George Washington's administration...
Item #697068
February 11, 1794
GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 11, 1794 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
A wealth of advertisements including: "One Hundred Dollars Reward" for a runaway, with details, and: "A Man Servant" wanted. Page 2 has much discussion in Congress on James Madison's resolutions.
The... See More
See the displayable front page from the 18th century...
Item #697042
March 10, 1725
THE POST-BOY, London, March 10, 1725
* Nice masthead engravings
One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.
Single sheet, 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, very nice, displayable condition.
Battle of Bunker Hill... Washington as Commander-in-Chief...
Item #697032
June 27, 1775
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 27, 1775 Almost the entire front page is taken up with a terrific and vitriolic attack on General Gage concerning his actions at Boston, the full text shown in the photos below, with bits including: "...waving all that may be said of your hypocracy, cruelty, villany, treachery, persidy, falsehood & inconsistancy...we well know you ha... See More
Discussing the controversial Jay Treaty... Slave ads...
Item #697031
May 12, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Maryland, May 12, 1796 All of page 2 and a bit of page 3 are taken up with a report from Congress: "On the Motion for making Provision for Carrying into Effect the Treaty with Great Britain", referring to the controversial Jay Treaty.
A wealth of ads including 3 for the sale of slaves, or a runaway reward ad.
Four pages, a crease ... See More
From George Washington's administration...
Item #697026
April 25, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, April 25, 1791 Although much news of the day, the feature of this issue seems to be the great wealth of advertisements.
Four pages, good condition.
From the last year of Washington's administration...
Item #697024
December 03, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Dec. 3, 1796 A very typical late 18th century American newspaper with a good mix of news reports of the day and advertisements. A fine opportunity for an early newspaper at a low price.
Four pages, very nice condition.
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