Catalog - Current Abridged
Abridged listing of the current monthly catalog (excludes wholesale lots and ongoing listings).Catalog - Current Abridged
Abridged listing of the current monthly catalog (excludes wholesale lots and ongoing listings).
Society of Cincinnati is formed... British evacuate New York City...
Item #709553
January 03, 1784
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 3, 1784 Page 3 contains a very nice report which includes: "...brings over the insignia of the Cincinnatus's Society. This association, whose regulations are soon to be published, was formed by American Officers as a monument of their fraternity & union in the good cause..." going on to note other details.
The Society of the Cincinn... See More
John Hancock resigns as governor... Richard Henry Lee...
Item #684104
March 03, 1785
THE CONTINENTAL JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Boston, March 3, 1785 The entire front page is taken up with the continued: "History of America, by William Robertson".
Page 3 has an historic report headed: "HIS EXCELLENCY JOHN HANCOCK, Esq." which contains his resignation, beginning: "Gentlemen of rthe Senate & Gentlemen of the House of Representatives, Sensibl... See More
Engraved by Paul Revere...
Item #694372
April 14, 1785
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR THE WORCESTER GAZETTE, April 14, 1785 The prime feature of this issue would be the masthead as half of it, that which includes the words "Massachusetts Spy", was engraved by the famed Paul Revere. Revere created the masthead designs for just a few newspapers in the Boston area, this being one of them. And this newspaper was published by Isaiah Tho... See More
Over a full page of news from America...
Item #710441
December 28, 1786
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 28, 1786 The front page is mostly taken up with an article: "Elements of the Science of Ethics on the Principles of Natural Philosophy" which references the Cherokee Indians.
Pages 3 & 4 contain over a full page of news reports headed: "American News" with much concerning the Shays' Rebellion, plus trouble with Indians, a... See More
News reports from "America"
Item #710442
December 30, 1786
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 30, 1786 Page 2 has nearly a full column headed: "America" which begins with a new astronomy-related theory relating to the Aurora Borealis. This is followed by various reports from Boston.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, great condition. Red tax stamp at the bottom of page 2.
Foldout plate included... Shays' Rebellion... Harrisburg the new capital...
Item #667624
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, March, 1787 The issue begins with: "A Letter from David Rittenhouse...Respecting the Generation of Clouds in the Atmosphere". Other items include: "Description of Chalybeate Springs near Saratoga" "Description of a New Solar Dial" which includes a fold-out plate of it in nice condition; "Account of Remarkable Cascades & Caverns in Virginia" & muc... See More
John Adams' Vice Presidential inaugural address... Earliest debates in Congress...
Item #647092
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), June, 1789 This title, along with the "Columbian Magazine", has the honor of being the first successful American magazine, both published in Philadelphia. The Museum was published by Mathew Carey and existed from January, 1787 thru the end of 1792.Among the articles within are: "Physical & meteorological Observations, Conjectures & Suppositions, b... See More
Ben Franklin, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton...
Item #685614
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE OR MONTHLY MUSEUM, Boston, September, 1789 The first article takes over a full page and is titled: "Description of Charles River Bridge". The plate called for is not present.
Other articles include: "Marriage Ceremonies Among the Tschouwasches, a Finnish Nation"; the conclusion to the article: "The Way to Wealth" signed in type: Richard Saunders (pen name of Benjami
Two items signed by George Washington...
Item #703754
September 19, 1789
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Sept. 19, 1789 Page 2 has a letter to the House of Representatives signed in type by the President: Geo. Washington, beginning: "The Governor of the Western Territory has made a statement to me of reciprocal hostilities of the Wabash Indians & white people inhabiting the frontiers bordering on the river Ohio...", which is followed by... See More
President Washington makes some appointments...
Item #682851
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, February, 1790 Among the articles are: "On the Use of Cosmeticks" "American Natural History...Of the Birds" & much more.Near the back is a full page plate of music, as well as: "The Gazette" which has the latest news reports from Winchester, Va. New London, and Boston. Also a list of appointments by the President.
The plate called for is lacking.
C... See More
Bunker Hill... Post-Revolutionary War engraving...
Item #709926
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1790 Certainly the prime piece is the very nice, full page engraved plate captioned: "View of Bunker's Hill" which is accompanied by a brief article which includes: "...very accurate & pretty drawing of Bunker's Hill, within the encampments of the Generals Howe and Clinton, and Charles Town, as it appeared after being... See More
Two Acts of Congress signed by Washington, Jefferson, & Adams...
Item #703808
April 03, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, April 3, 1790 Part of the front page, all of page 2 & nearly half of page 3 are taken up with the latest reports from Congress during this formative year. It ends with the note: "...A message was received from the President of the United States by his Secretary--with the ratification by South Carolina of the amendments proposed by Congress to ... See More
Full name, George Washington, in script type...
Item #709006
August 04, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 4, 1790 Almost a full page 2 column is taken up with an Act of Congress, headed with an engraving of a heraldic eagle, this is: "An Act Imposing Duties on the Tonnage of Ships or Vessels" which is signed in script type (desired) by the President: George Washington. Rarely is his full name spelled out in such documents.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, some l... See More
Terrific George Washington issue for display... And creating West Point...
Item #701471
October 26, 1790
THE CONCORD HERALD AND NEW HAMPSHIRE INTELLIGENCER, Oct. 26, 1790 The entire front page is taken up with eight Acts of Congress, each one signed in italic type by George Washington & in block type by John Adams & Thomas Jefferson, with the 8th act carrying over to page 2 where it is joined by 2 more such Acts of Congress.
In total there are 8 italic signatures of George Washington o... See More
Uncommon magazine with the original blue outer wrappers...
Item #709822
May 01, 1791
EUROPEAN MAGAZINE, London, May, 1791 Not only is this one of the less common titles from the 18th century, but this issue was never bound nor trimmed and still has the original blue wrappers intact--rarely found as such.
The layout and content is similar to that of the more common Gentleman's Magazine.
Complete in 80 pages, 5 3/4 by 9 inches, typical minor wear at the untrimmed margins, nice c... See More
Ben Franklin article on the morals of chess...
Item #646170
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, April, 1792 This title, along with the "Columbian Magazine", has the honor of being the first successful American magazine, both published in Philadelphia. The Museum was published by Mathew Carey and existed from January, 1787 thru the end of 1792.Content includes: "Reflexions on the State of the Union" and a nice article: "The Morals Of Chess. By Dr. Fran... See More
Plan to create a nobility for the United States...
Item #709922
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, May, 1792 This title, along with the "Columbian Magazine", has the honor of being the first successful American magazine, both published in Philadelphia. The Museum was published by Mathew Carey and existed from January, 1787 thru the end of 1792.Content includes: "Account of the Rise of the Mississippi Scheme" "Account of the Des... See More
Washington's state-of-the-union address...
Item #709924
November 01, 1792
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, November, 1792 Certainly the most notable content is President Washington's state-of-the-union address, found in its entirety at the back of the issue.
Headed: "THE PRESIDENT'S SPEECH" it is prefaced with a paragraph reading in part: "...the national legislature assembled...at Philadelphia...the President of the United States.... See More
Washington & others declared French citizens...
Item #708966
November 21, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 21, 1792 A page 2 report states that: "The following persons have been declared FRENCH CITIZENS by the National Assembly of France...George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Paine, Dr. Priestly..." and several others.
Another item says: "Virginia has again instructed its Senators in Congress to use their influence to have the doors of that house opened...... See More
America's second Presidential election: Massachusetts casts its vote...
Item #701968
December 08, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 8, 1792 Page 3 has under "Federal Register" a report stating: "The Electors...of this Commonwealth, met at the Senate-Chamber...and gave their suffrages as follows: For President, George Washington--16 votes. For Vice President, John Adams, 16 votes. which is the whole number of votes this Commonwealth has a right to give...".
Four ... See More
John Hancock... Fate of Marie Antoinette...
Item #669163
September 28, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 28, 1793 Most of the front page has much reporting on the war in Europe with: "Particulars of the Siege & Surrender of Valenciennes". There is also: "Particulars Respecting the Assassination of Citizen Marat", one of the revolutionary leaders in the French Revolution. The bulk of this article is on page 2.
Page 2 has: "Fate of M... See More
George Washington and Sam Adams...
Item #703603
July 05, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 5, 1794 Almost the entire front page is taken up with: "An Act Laying Certain Duties Upon Snuff and Refined Sugar" which is signed in script type at its conclusion by the President: Go. Washington.
This is followed by two Acts of the Massachusetts legislature, carrying over to page 2, each signed in type: Samuel Adams. Page 2 also has a letter from Capt. Brant... See More
Very uncommon 18th century title...
Item #711156
January 10, 1795
THE ORACLE OF THE DAY, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Jan. 10, 1795 This is a quite scarce 18th century American title as it existed only until 1799 and rarely comes on the market. We suspect the circulation was somewhat limited.
Page 2 has a report from Philadelphia noting: "Yesterday arrived from the westward, and were lodged in the goal [jail] of this city, 20 of the Insurgents. They ar... See More
Sam Adams and Thomas Jefferson...
Item #709996
July 15, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 15, 1795 Fully half of the front page is taken up with three Acts of the Mass. legislature, each signed in type by the governor, Samuel Adams.
The front page also has lengthy letter concerning the Jay Treaty signed in type by: Thomas Jefferson.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Handsome newspaper from this famous British town...
Item #700203
December 11, 1795
KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, Dec. 11, 1795 A handsome issue of the 18th century from this famous town, with two decorative embellishments in the masthead & ornate lettering in the title. Various British news & ads of the day with a partial red tax stamp on page 3.
Four pages, nice condition.
George Washington signs an Act of Congress...
Item #701326
July 06, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 6, 1796 Taking half the front page & concluding on page 2 is the: "Act Laying Duties on Carriages for the Conveyance of Persons..." which is signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
The front page begins with a detailed ad for: "Josiah Flagg, Surgeon Dentist". Flagg was the first native-born dentist in the United States... See More
Washington offers a patent to an inventor...
Item #706703
July 15, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, July 15, 1796 Curiously, five different type fonts are used to print the title in the masthead.
The back page has a document headed: "The United States of America" being a patent of 14 years issued to Robert Dawson who: "...hath invented a new & useful improvement in bolting cloths, etc...", signed in type by the Pres... See More
Thomas Jefferson, a captured ship, sale of public land...
Item #701713
November 30, 1796
THER HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Nov. 30 1796 Page 3 has a letter concerning Thomas Jefferson. Also a report: "Capture of the Brig Mercury From this Fort" by a French privateer, which would lead to the Quasi-War with France.
The back page has 2 official notices by the Secretary of the Treasury concerning the sale of public lands: "...of the United States, in ... See More
Washington visits his Masonic lodge, with his reply to an address...
Item #703615
April 29, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 29, 1797 On the front page under "Laws of the United States" are three "Acts" of Congress, each signed in script type: Go. Washington.
Also, on the front page under "Masonic" is an address from Lodge, No. 22, of the Ancient York Masons at Alexandria to the President, delivered during a meeting attended by Washington, and signed... See More
President John Adams signs in script type...
Item #709989
July 08, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 8, 1797 The last column of the front page is taken up with two Acts of Congress, each signed in in type by the President, John Adams, one in script type & the other in block type. Page 2 begins with a third Act signed in script type by John Adams.
Four pages, nice condition.
Honor bestowed upon President John Adams...
Item #709994
August 30, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 30, 1797 Page 2 has a "Tribute of Respect" from the American Academy of Arts & Sciences written: "To John Adams, L.L.D., President of the United States of America" concerning an honor given to him. This is followed by: "The President's Answer", signed in script type: John Adams.
Four pages, a bit irregular at the blank s... See More
Uniforms of the United States Navy described... The Constellation is launched...
Item #709925
September 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, September, 1797 The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back several pages contain news items of the day.
Near the back is is more than a full page taken up with: "Uniform For the Navy of the United States of America" which includes quite detailed descriptions for the various ranks as seen in the photo... See More
Rare 18th century title... Visiting Gilbert Stewart's famous portrait of George Washington...
Item #707249
February 14, 1798
THE TIME-PIECE & LITERARY COMPANION, New York, Feb. 14, 1798 A quite rare title by Philip Freneau which lasted from March 13, 1797 to August 30, 1798.
Beginning on page 1 & taking all of page 2 are various reports from: "Congress".
Page 3 has a great notice headed: "General Washington--To be Seen Every Day at the New City Tavern, Broadway". This is an adver
... See More
Beginning on page 1 & taking all of page 2 are various reports from: "Congress".
Page 3 has a great notice headed: "General Washington--To be Seen Every Day at the New City Tavern, Broadway". This is an adver
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson...
Item #709984
March 14, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 14, 1798 The front page features 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 for defraying expenses for a treaty with Indians.
Also on the front page is a Mass. Act signed in script type by the governor: Increase Sumner.
Page 2 has an: "Important Message&quo... See More
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson...
Item #709983
March 14, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 14, 1798 The front page features 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 for defraying expenses for a treaty with Indians.
Also on the front page is a Mass. Act signed in script type by the governor: Increase Sumner.
Page 2 has an: Important Message" sig... See More
John Adams' letter to the Masons...
Item #709047
June 30, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 30, 1798 Page 2 has an address of the Grand Masonic Lodge of Boston to the President, with his: "Answer" signed in type: John Adams. Also the President's letter to the people of Braintree, Mass., also signed: John Adams.
Four pages, wide, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Bainbridge and the Quasi-War... Napoleon was assassinated?
Item #706092
February 28, 1799
THE UNIVERSAL GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Feb. 28, 1799 The front page has 1 1/2 columns on a letter to: "The Secretary of the Navy" from William Bainbridge, concerning the controversy of him surrendering his ship to the French in the Quasi-War, which was a limited naval war against French privateers who were seizing U.S. shipping in the Caribbean.
The back page has "An Act" ... See More
This title is not held by any American institution...
Item #700235
June 01, 1799
FELIX FARLEY'S BRISTOL JOURNAL, England, June 1, 1799 The masthead features an engraving somewhat similar to the Royal coat-of-arms. A folio size newspaper with untrimmed margins, several illustrated ship ads on the front page with mostly British & other European reports inside.
This title is not held by any American institution. It is Crane & Kaye title #1316a.
Four pages, ful... See More
From the Napoleonic War era...
Item #699284
July 10, 1799
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, London, July 10, 1799 Much of the content is taken up with war-related events from this era during the Napoleonic War. One page has mention of Lord Nelson.
Eight pages, 9 1/4 by 12 1/2 inches, partial red tax stamp on the front page, very nice condition.
On the death of George Washington...
Item #708872
February 26, 1800
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Feb. 26, 1800 Over half of the front page is taken up with: "Biographical Sketch of Gen. George Washington" providing much detail on his early life. The article is continued in a future issue.
The last column of page 1 is mostly taken up with: "Capt. Dunham's Funeral Oration...On the Death of Gen. George Washington"... See More
Beautiful masthead...
Item #708656
March 22, 1800
TRUE AMERICAN COMMERCIAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 22, 1800 Perhaps the finest attribute of this newspaper is the beautiful masthead. It is uncommonly deep with engraving at the center mounted by a heraldic eagle.
Page 3 has an advertisement: "WASHINGTON - This Day is Published....An Elegiac Poem On The Death of General Washington" with a bit more. The front page featur... See More
Health notice signed by Paul Revere...
Item #707907
July 10, 1800
THE INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, July 10, 1800 Although we've had other newspapers with notices from Paul Revere as President of the Health Office, this is perhaps the most detailed.
Found on page 4 is a notice headed: "Health Office" with various details, signed in type by its President: Paul Revere.
Four pages, small loss at a top corner of the ... See More
Script signatures by President John Adams...
Item #709970
November 08, 1800
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 8, 1800 The front page contains four Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: John Adams, and in block type by the Vice President: Th. Jefferson, making this a displayable newspaper. One of the Acts is concerning the United States Mint and another is for Indians.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.... See More
With 62 illustrated ship ads on the front page...
Item #698743
January 09, 1801
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, Jan. 9, 1801 A handsome masthead with the engraving of a heraldic eagle and the ornate lettering. Adding to the display ability are the 62 illustrated ship ads on the front page.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, good condition.
The First Barbary War... Napoleon takes Egypt...
Item #708887
June 17, 1801
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, June 17, 1801 The front page has over 1 1/2 columns taken up with: "Tripoli Against the United States" which reports on the First Barbary War.
Page 3 announces a victory by France in the Napoleonic War headed: "Latest from Egypt" and beginning: "We have the satisfaction & happiness to announce that accord... See More
Jefferson congratulated on being elected President...
Item #708888
July 01, 1801
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 1, 1801 Page 3 has an address by the legislature of Rhode Island to the President, congratulating him on being elected President of the United States. It is followed by: "The President's Answer" signed in type: Thomas Jefferson.
Four pages, damp staining near the spine, archival strengthening to a portion of the spine, ... See More
Praise for Paul Revere & his copper manufactory...
Item #703949
October 30, 1801
THE MERCURY & NEW ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, Oct. 30, 1801 Page 2 has an interesting item praising the copper manufacturing business of Paul Revere. It notes in part: "Several sheets of sheet copper, produced at the manufactory of Col. Paul Revere and Son...At a very great expense those ingenious gentlemen have erected works, where copper for sheathing ships, cold rolled, is produce... See More
On Jefferson's inaugural address...
Item #706965
February 19, 1802
NEW YORK EVENING POST, Feb. 19, 1802 This is the famous newspaper founded by Alexander Hamilton in 1801, still publishing today.
The front page is taken up with advertisements, featuring 30 illustrated ship ads, making this a displayable issue. Page 3 has an article referencing Thomas Jefferson's inaugural address.
Four pages, nice condition.
Alexander Hamilton's famous newspaper... Slave insurrection in North Carolina...
Item #706985
July 17, 1802
NEW YORK EVENING POST, July 17, 1802 This is the famous newspaper founded by Alexander Hamilton in 1801, still publishing today.
The front page is taken up with advertisements, 9 of which are illustrated ship ads. Various news items of the day from Jefferson's administration.
Four pages, nice condition.
He preferred death to slavery...
Item #710169
November 16, 1802
THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, Nov. 16, 1802 Page 6 has an article headed: "Melancholy Effects of Slavery" concerning a slave who was about to be transported, cutting his throat. The coroner's inquest classified it as: "Suicide, occasioned by the dread of slavery."
Eight pages, 9 by 10 3/4 inches, good condition.
If you are searching for a newspaper from a specific date, please note that we have a vast selection available for purchase by using the date picker on our
gifts and birthday newspapers page.
An Inside Look
Timothy Hughes Rare &
Early Newspapers…
A special thank you goes out
to the staff of WGRC!
to the staff of WGRC!
History's Newsstand Blog
- Announcing: Catalog 364 – Released for March, 2026 – Rare & Early Newspapers…
- Displaying newspapers – Frame to see all four pages…
- Perhaps the most experiential collectible?
- Arsenal of Freedom… America’s Leaders Work to Inspire…
Timothy Hughes Rare & Early Newspapers
P.O. Box 3636
Williamsport, PA 17701
Phone: 1-570-326-1045
E-mail: info@rarenewspapers.com
Hours
Weekdays, 7:30 - 4 (ET)
Full Contact Information
P.O. Box 3636
Williamsport, PA 17701
Phone: 1-570-326-1045
E-mail: info@rarenewspapers.com
Hours
Weekdays, 7:30 - 4 (ET)
Full Contact Information
