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The treaty which formally ended the Revolutionary War...
Item #687283
December 10, 1783
THE NORWICH PACKET of the CHRONICLE OF FREEDOM, Connecticut, Dec. 10, 1783 This must rank among the more beautiful mastheads of the 18th century with the handsome engraving of the ship.
Taking almost all of page 3 is perhaps the most significant document of the Revolutionary War era, being the complete text of the Treaty of Paris ending the war, formally headed at the top of the first colum... See More
Washington's farewell speech to Congress...
Item #701095
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, March, 1784 A very historic issue as it contains the complete text of George Washington's Farewell Address to Congress, officially resigning his commission as commander in chief of the Continental Army.Headed: "The United States in Congress Assembled, Dec. 23, 1783" it has a prefacing paragraph which includes: "According to orde... See More
George Washington is illustriously received in Richmond...
Item #699748
February 17, 1785
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 17, 1785 The back page has most of a column headed: "AMERICA - From the Virginia Gazette" with datelines from Richmond and New York. One report begins: "Last Sunday...came to this city his Excellency Gen. George Washington, Esq., the next day he was ushered in with the discharge of 13 cannon when every countenance shewed the most heart-felt ... See More
John Adams becomes the American Ambassador to England...
Item #703445
June 04, 1785
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 4, 1785 The front page begins with a brief item noting John Adams being formally received as the American ambassador to England: "This day John Adams, Esq., minister Plenipotentiary from the United States of America, had a private audience or His Majesty to deliver his credentials...".
Eight pages, 7 1/4 by 11 1/2 inches, very nice condition.... See More
Common Sense... Letters from Ben Franklin & George Washington...
Item #607658
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, February, 1787 This is the "second edition" printed in 1788, as noted on the title/contents page. One of the more successful American magazines of the 18th century, in fact one of a relatively few that survived more than a few years.The first eleven years is a continuation of: "Common Sense. By Mr. Payne. Part III. Thoughts on the Present S... See More
The ship Bounty departs for its fateful journey to the South Seas...
Item #697979
December 25, 1787
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 25, 1787 The innocuous report on the back page would take on much more significance in the years to come, particularly with the notoriety the movie "Mutiny On The Bounty" would bring to this event.
The back page report on ship arrivals & departures has a brief item reading: "...and Bounty armed ship for the South Seas." This ... See More
Death of Mrs. Washington, the President's mother...
Item #703749
September 02, 1789
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Sept. 2, 1789
Beginning on page 1, taking all of page 2 & some of page 3 is the very lengthy: "Sketch of Proceedings of Congress" offering some wonderful insight into the formation of the federal government.
Page 3 has a brief yet very noteworthy item: "Extract of a letter from Fredericksburg, August 29. Mrs. Washington, the ... See More
Washington signs two Acts of Congress... Finding a site for Congress...
Item #703607
September 16, 1789
MASSACHUSETTS CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 16, 1789 The entire front page & most of page 2 are taken up with the "Act Registering & Clearing Vessels Regulating the Coasting Trade...", signed in script type: George Washington.
Nice page 2 discussion in Congress on proposed sites for the new federal government, and on the salaries for various officers.
The back page has th... See More
Bunker Hill... Post Revolutionary War engraving...
Item #703551
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
George Washington & John Adams...
Item #705540
May 22, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, May 22, 1790 Most of the front page is a letter headed "Discourses on Davilia" (# VI) which was a series of papers on political history written by John Adams.
Inside has various news of the day with page 3 having reports from "Congress" taking about half of the page. A brief item at the bottom of page 3 notes: "The President o... See More
Washington signs America's first Copyright Act...
Item #704053
July 17, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 17, 1790 A nice & very historic issue for display, as fully half of the front page is taken up with an Act of Congress titled: "An Act for the Encouragement of Learning by securing the Copies of Maps, Charts and Books to the Authors & Proprietors of such Copies during the Times therein mentioned."
This is a terrific issue for anyone interes... See More
Captured by Indians... Treasury Dept. document on the historic Funding Act of 1790...
Item #705539
September 25, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Sept. 25, 1790 The back page has a "Proclamation" signed by the King of France: Louis.
The front page has a notable item headed: "Treasury Department" concerning the historic Funding Act of 1790, whereby the new federal government assumed the debts of the individual states incurred during the Revolutionary War.
Page 3 has an inter... See More
Hamilton's historic plan for a National Bank...
Item #705541
December 25, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Dec. 25, 1790 The front page has the" "Plan Of A National Bank, As laid before the House of Representatives of the United States by the Secretary of the Treasury, the 13th instant."
This was the very historic--and significant plan of Alexander Hamilton. On December 15 Hamilton submitted a report to Congress making the case. He ... See More
British title, never bound nor trimmed, with a front page tax stamp...
Item #694485
February 04, 1791
THE CHELMSFORD CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 4, 1791 A handsome newspaper from the private collection, saved in such due to being never bound nor trimmed, with a full red tax stamp on the front page.
Various news of the day, obviously mostly from Europe, with a wealth of ads.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Building lot for sale in the new federal capital...
Item #705483
August 11, 1791
DUNLAPS AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Aug. 11, 1791 The front page has a nice ad datelined at "George-Town" concerning the sale of a "...Number of Lots in the Federal City...". It mentions that the President approved the: "...sites for the Public Buildings pursuant to the Act passed by Congress ...for establishing the temporary and permanent Seat of G... See More
Twenty-seven illustrated ship ads on the front page...
Item #700340
December 07, 1792
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Dec. 7, 1792 If you are looking for a very nice, typical American newspaper of the late 1700's, here's a great one for a modest price. A four page issue with a nice mix of news of the day and advertisements.
The front page has 27 illustrated ship ads, making this a nice display issue.
Wide, never-trimmed margins (desired),... See More
Jean-Pierre Blanchard and a parachute jump...
Item #704077
June 26, 1793
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, June 26, 1793 The front page features 16 nice illustrated ship ads. The top of page 3 features a letter signed in script type by J. Blanchard. Jean-Pierre Blanchard was an early pioneer in balloon flights. He gives in to a request from a woman to do another parachute experiment.
Four pages, very nice condition.... See More
Letter to Washington, responded to by Thomas Jefferson...
Item #669148
August 28, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 28, 1793 Page 3 has a letter from the French minister "To General Washington, President of the United States" but it is responded to by the Secretary of State, Thomas Jefferson, as it is a state matter and not meant for the President's attention. It relates to the Citizen Genet Affair & the troubling situation with the on-going French Revolu... See More
George Washington signature in script...
Item #669231
May 14, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 14, 1794 Page 3 has a document signed in script type: Go. Washington, President of the United States, concerning authorization for ships belonging to the U.S. to enter ports beyond the Cape of Good Hope, etc.
Page 2 has a report: "From the Western Army".
Four pages, very nice condition.
Was George Washington ever a commissioned officer in the British army?
Item #705472
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1795 Included is a letter to the publisher concerning George Washington, referencing his bravery & military prowess from the French & Indian War. Further on it notes: "...In the regular standing army of Great Britain he never held any commission: and this perhaps may have been...why Lord Howe & General Howe declined acknowledging h... See More
Lengthy letter by the famed Noah Webster...
Item #694498
November 13, 1795
MIDDLESEX GAZETTE, Middletown, Connecticut, Nov. 13, 1795 Certainly one of the less common American titles from the 8th century.
Over one-third of page 3 is taken up with a letter: "To the Physicians of Phila., New York, Baltimore, Norfolk and New Haven" concerning the Yellow Fever, signed in type by: Noah Webster, Jr.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed with wide margins, a stai... See More
Handsome newspaper from this famous British town...
Item #700201
December 01, 1795
KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, Dec. 1, 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.
A less common title from London...
Item #699278
June 15, 1796
THE ORACLE, AND PUBLIC ADVERTISER, London, June 15, 1796 Although not rare, this is certainly one of the less common titles from late 18th century England. Various British and European news within with most of the front page taken up with advertisements.
Four pages, partial red tax stamp on the front page, nice condition.
Act of Congress signed by Washington...
Item #700769
July 25, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Maryland, July 25, 1796 The front page has 13 illustrated ship ads. Page 2 has a lengthy: "Act for the Relief & Protection of American Seamen" which is signed in type by the President: Go. Washington (see the type-setting error in his name).
The back page has four runaway slave reward ads.
Four pages, nice condition.... See More
Sam Adams...
Item #705498
July 30, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 30, 1796 The front page has a full column taken up with an Act of the Mass. legislature signed in type by its governor: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Death of the famed General Anthony Wayne...
Item #701037
January 09, 1797
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Jan. 9, 1797 This title has one of the more displayable mastheads of the late 18th century.
Page 2 has a report beginning: "Died, on the 15th instant. at Presque Isle, his Excellency ANTHONY WAYNE, Commander in chief of the Federal army." What follows is a poem on him.
Four pages, nice condition.
Honoring the Rev. Dr. Joseph Priestley...
Item #702008
April 08, 1797
AURORA GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, April 8, 1797 Both the front page and page 2 have advertisements for a circus, which is early for such ads in America. Page 2 also has an article on: "Doctor Priestley" reporting on an event honoring the Rev. Dr. Joseph Priestley, credited with discovering oxygen.
Four pages, great condition.... See More
Huge list of Acts from the New York legislature...
Item #677510
April 15, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, April 15, 1797 The front page includes a long list of Acts from the New York legislature.
There is also a report headed: "Capitulation of Mantua" which was a crucial episode in Napoleon Bonaparte's first Italian campaign as his successful siege of Mantua excluded the Austrians from northern Italy.
Four pages, very nice conditio... See More
George Washington "signature" on the front page...
Item #704065
April 19, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 19, 1797 The front page contains an Act of Congress, taking close to a full column of text, being: "An Act for Raising a Further sum of Money by additional Duties on certain Articles imported; & for other purposes." which is signed in script type: Go. Washington.
This was one of just a few newspapers that used the script type for signatures of... See More
See the pig of knowledge...
Item #684046
March 07, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 7, 1798 Various news of the day both from Europe and America. Page 3 is taken up with ads, one of which is for the: "Pig of Knowledge" offering an exhibition of his talents, which include: "He reads print or writing, spells, tells the time of day...distinguishes colors, how many persons there are present..." and more. Admission is 25 cent... See More
From when Philadelphia was the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #665583
March 14, 1798
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, March 14, 1798 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
The entire front page is taken up with the latest reports from Congress. Other news of the day inside.
Four pages, wide never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
Engraving of a porcupine in the masthead...
Item #705484
April 03, 1798
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, April 3, 1798 The masthead features an engraving of a porcupine. At least 3 runaway reward ads including one beginning: "Forty Dollars Reward - Ran away from the subscriber...a country born slave called Ben..." with much detail.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Work progressing on the construction of the Capitol and "president's house"...
Item #703224
July 28, 1798
THE SPECTATOR, New York, July 28, 1798 The front page has a nice report noting: "The public buildings in the Federal City progress with the greatest rapidity. The frame of the roof of the capitol is already in its place & a considerable part of it covered with plank...The workmanship is worthy [of] the grandeur of the building...The roof of the west end of the President's house ... See More
Nice comments on Alexander Hamilton... Multiple John Adam's script signatures...
Item #703585
August 11, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 11, 1798 The front page begins with two Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: John Adams. One concerns suspending commercial trade with France due to the on-going XYZ Affair and the coming Quasi-War. The front page also has: "American Navy Spirt" with a list of 16 toasts: "Drank on board the Frigate Constellation at sea... See More
Existed for just 15 months...
Item #706356
October 06, 1798
WEEKLY COMPANION; AND THE COMMERCIAL CENTINEL, Newport, Rhode Island, Oct. 6, 1798 A quite rare newspaper that existed from just May, 1798 until July, 1799, just 15 months. This is the first of this title we have offered in our 49 years. Brigham notes that only 3 institutions have any issues, one having just two issues.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, various holes to the front leaf ca... See More
Buonaparte has lost the confidence of his army...
Item #704005
September 11, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Sept. 11, 1799 Inside has much on the war in Europe including: "Army of Italy" "Army of the Danube" and other datelines from Vienna, Zurich, London, etc.
Page 3 has: "Latest News of Buonaparte in Egypt" which includes: "...Buonaparte has lost the confidence of his army, who are very discontented..."... See More
Concerning the death of George Washington...
Item #694476
January 20, 1800
FARMERS' MUSEUM OR LAY PREACHER'S GAZETTE, Walpole, New Hampshire, Jan. 20, 1800 Page 3 has half a column with various political-related items, and which includes several items concerning the recent death of George Washington.
A few bits include: "...The eulogy on the character of Washington, which was lately delivered by Mr. Paine in Newburyport, is said to be, in no respect, ... See More
Black-bordered for the death of George Washington...
Item #703928
February 01, 1800
WEEKLY MUSEUM, New York, Feb. 1, 1800 All four pages have black mourning rules for the recent death of George Washington although we find no content concerning his death or funeral.
Four pages, nice condition.
Pamphlet: sermon on the death of George Washington...
Item #702519
February 22, 1800
Pamphlet with the outer wrapper noting: "Mr. Flint's Discourse On the Death of General Washington".
The full title page inside has: "A DISCOURSE Delivered at Hartford, Feb. 22, 1800, The Day Set Apart By Recommendation of Congress, Two Pay A Tribute of Respect to the Memory GENERAL GEORGE WASHINGTON, Who Died, December 14th, 1799. By Abel Flint, Pastor of the South Church... See More
U.S.S. Constellation victorious over the French frigate La Vengeance... Act of Congress for the governance of the Navy...
Item #702765
August 04, 1800
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, Aug. 4 and 11, 1800 This is a pair of consecutive issues.
Page 2 of Aug. 4 has a nice report on the naval battle between the USS Constellation and the French frigate La Vengeance, a single-ship action during the Quasi-War (see the web for details). It was a victory for the U.S. Navy however the report here implies it was a victory for the French.
Page 2 a... See More
Act of Congress signed by Adams and Jefferson...
Item #701163
October 13, 1800
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, Oct. 13, 1800 The back page has over half a column taken up with an Act of Congress, signed in type by the President: John Adams, and the Vice President: Th. Jefferson.
The Act is: "...to authorize the sale & conveyance of lands, in certain case, by the Marshals of the United States...".
Four pages, some damp staining, several creases, other... See More
From early 19th century Vermont... a seven-issue lot...
Item #718037
October 13, 1800
SPOONER'S VERMONT JOURNALs, Windsor, seven issue lot from 1800-1807 Included are a blend of damaged and 2nd-rate issues. The dates are: Oct. 13, 1800; June 10, 1800; Jan. 25, 1803; Aug. 9, 1803; Jan. 19, 1807; Oct. 5 & 12, 1807.
Four pages. Sold "as is" at a significant discount.
Female intrepidity...
Item #705537
December 20, 1800
WEEKLY MUSEUM, New York, Dec. 20, 1800 Among the articles: "Instance of Female Intrepidity" "Cruel Russian Punishment" "Tobacco" "Fire" and more.
Four pages, 9 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, nice condition.
Thomas Jefferson's reply to the New Jerusalem church in Baltimore...
Item #667651
March 27, 1801
NEW-ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, March 27, 1801 Page 2 has an address of congratulations on assuming the Presidency from the New Jerusalem Church in Baltimore to the President, with his gracious reply, signed in type: Thomas Jefferson.
Page 2 also has an address from the Mass. legislature to former President Adams thanking him for his service, followed by his humble reply, signed in type: Joh... See More
Alexander Hamilton examines Jefferson's address to Congress...
Item #702766
March 02, 1802
THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, March 2, 1802 Half of page 2 and most of page 3 are taken up with: "Examination Of The President's Message, Number IX" signed in type by: Lucius Crassus, the pen name of Alexander Hamilton.
A website notes: "Hamilton’s “Examination of Jefferson’s Message to Congress of December 7, 1801,&rdquo... See More
Early Charleston: slave ads...
Item #691312
March 07, 1803
CHARLESTON COURIER, South Carolina, March 7, 1803 A volume I issue of this famous title from the South.
Page 3 has an ad headed: "For Private Sale" beginning: "Fourteen house servants, waiting men, and boys--cooks, washers and ironers--and handy boys and girls.." with details.
And the back page has ads headed: "Wanted to Purchase, a Gang of Twenty or Twenty-fi... See More
Wonderfully detailed reports on the Hamilton - Burr duel...
Item #705560
August 17, 1804
THE TIMES, London, England, Aug. 17, 1804 This is a wonderful issue on the infamous Hamilton-Burr duel, with page 2 beginning: "We yesterday received sets of the N.Y. papers...They are almost entirely filled with particulars relating to that melancholy event, the death of General Hamilton, which has diffused a general; gloom over every part of the American continent...That unfortunate c... See More
Maine newspaper from 14 years before statehood...
Item #694473
May 12, 1806
PORTLAND GAZETTE & MAINE ADVERTISER, May 12, 1806 At this time Maine was part of Massachusetts, not becoming a state until 1820 as part of the Missouri Compromise. So, this issue is from 14 years before statehood.
The back page has an article concerning General Wilkinson, stating: "...that he had fomented the alarming differences between the American and French citizens in Upper Lo... See More
Lewis and Clark return from their historic journey...
Item #702428
November 01, 1806
NEW YORK HERALD, Nov. 1, 1806 Page 2 has a notable report on the arrival of Lewis and Clark in St. Louis, after their 2-1/2 year expedition.
It is datelined "Washington City, Oct. 27" and begins: "It is, with the sincerest pleasure, that we announce to our fellow citizens, the arrival of CAPTAIN LEWIS, with his exploring party, at St. Lewis [sic]. The President has rece... See More
Two front page Acts signed by President Jefferson...
Item #702776
March 22, 1808
NEW HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE, Portsmouth, March 22, 1808 Over half of the front page is taken up with a very lengthy: "Act Making Appropriations for the Support of the Government during the year 1808", signed in type by the President: Th. Jefferson.
This is then followed by another Act of Congress which relates to the 1806 Non-Importation Act, also signed: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, han... See More
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