Historic Newspapers: Catalog - Current Abridged
Abridged listing of the current monthly catalog (excludes wholesale lots and ongoing listings).
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Item #716238THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, Jan. 25, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar). This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world.
Because of the Plague ravaging Europe at this time, the Royal Court had removed... Read full description -
Item #679632THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 5, 1666 A very early issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1666 and is still publishing today.
Included among the reports is one from Norwich referencing the Great Plague which afflicted much of Europe at this time: "Our bill of mortality for this last week... Read full description -
Item #705060THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 29, 1675 The front page has a report from Vienna which mentions in part: "...The Rebels in Hungary begin to give us great disturbance on that side again and have according to our last advices from those parts, pillaged and burnt 10 villages. The Jews in these countrey, have offered to give 400,000... Read full description -
Item #715665MERCURE HISTORIQUE ET POLITIQUE, February, 1690 This is a very small size, apparently French magazine (Mercury of History & Politics) measuring just 3 by 5 inches, although containing 112 pages. Nice engraving on the title page, and printed on very nice, white paper. Terrific condition, and a rare opportunity to purchase a 17th century... Read full description -
Item #705704THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 20, 1691 Over half of the back page is taken up with a detailed account of the Battle of Aughrim.
This was the decisive battle of the Williamite War in Ireland. It was fought between the largely Irish Jacobite army loyal to James II and the forces of William III on July 12, 1691,... Read full description -
Item #685266MIST'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, Jan. 13, 1728 A quite rare title containing a wide variety of news of the day. Amongst the various reports are items on criminals and their crimes. A wealth of advertisements as well, consuming most of pages 3 and 4.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, full red tax stamp on the front page, 10 by 13 inches, very nice... Read full description -
Item #716205THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1731 This is just the third issue of this extremely successful magazine. Several editions of the first several issues were printed in the early 1730's so as to provide complete sets to customers as the success of the magazine grew, and based on the note at the bottom of the title/contents page this is... Read full description -
Item #716237THE BOSTON GAZETTE, "New-England", March 12, 1739 This is one of the most noted & long-lived American newspapers we have had the pleasure to offer, and is the earliest of this title we have offered. It began publishing in 1719 and existed thru 1798. It was founded by James Franklin, older brother of Ben Franklin and from whom Ben... Read full description -
Item #714277THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1740 Inside has an article headed: "Account of the Strength of Fort St. Augustine in Florida, the Nearest Settlement of the Spaniards to Georgia, Vera Cruz, in the Gulf of Mexico, and St. Jago de Cuba." which mentions James Oglethorpe.
The text includes: "...About 7 leagues below Fort St. Augustine are... Read full description -
Item #716263THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, (Boston), May 12, 1744 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... Read full description -
Item #716206THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1749 The prime feature of this issue is the very nice & detailed foldout map of "South America" which folds out to 11 1/2 by 10 inches. A very displayable & detailed map in great condition. Among the articles within are: "Articles of the Treaty of... Read full description -
Item #716262THE INDEPENDENT REFLECTOR, New York, Sept. 20, 1753 This rare newspaper lasted for less than one year, publishing but 52 issues. Primarily moral and political essays, it gave offense to men in power and was "suppressed by authorities", as Brigham relates.
A fine opportunity to purchase at a reasonable price a very early issue--over 270... Read full description -
Item #715028THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, January, 1757 This title is less common than the popular "Gentleman's Magazine", and contains a wonderful, very ornate engraving of the skyline of London on the title page as well as on the first page.
Much reporting on the French & Indian War events in New York including: "State of Face... Read full description -
Item #703482THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Jan. 27, 1757 A quite early colonial newspaper published by none other than Benjamin Franklin, although the "advertising leaf" which appeared with this issue, and upon which was the imprint of "B. Franklin", is not here as it was typically not bound with the issue since it carried... Read full description -
Item #693726THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 25, 1758 Pages 5 and 6 have over a full column headed: "America" which begins with some reports from the Caribbean, then news datelined from Philadelphia noting in part: "...some men were going into the woods at Fort Edward for fire-wood, they were surrounded &... Read full description -
Item #714403THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 27, 1758 Most of the first column on the front page has reports from: "America" with Boston and New York datelines including some good content on the French & Indian War, bits such as: "...that the Northern Colonies shall raise 20,000 provincials to join a body of the King's forces intended... Read full description -
Item #697973LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 14, 1759 Among the front page news from London is a brief but notable report about the death of George Frederic Handel, one of the more famous composers of the Baroque era. The report reads simply: "Yesterday died George-Frederick Handel, Esq; the great musician."
Although born in Germany, Handel settled in London in 1712 where... Read full description -
Item #693618THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 14, 1760 Most of the front page is taken up with: "The Speech of the Hon. Francis Fauquier, Esq., Lieutenant-Governor of Virginia to the Council of the House of Burgesses" which is headed: "America".
In his speech he speaks much on the ongoing French & Indian War, noting: "...the dangers to... Read full description -
Item #693617THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 14, 1760 Most of the front page is taken up with: "The Speech of the Hon. Francis Fauquier, Esq., Lieutenant-Governor of Virginia to the Council of the House of Burgesses" which is headed: "America".
In his speech he speaks much on the ongoing French & Indian War, noting: "...the dangers to... Read full description -
Item #713914GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1760 Inside has a notable & lengthy article: "An Account of the Taking of Montreal & the subjecting all Canada to the Crown of Great Britain, from the Letters of Maj. Gen. Amherst...". This report takes over 3 pages.
It is followed by another nice article: "Description of the Town of Mont Royal,... Read full description -
Item #696171THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 9, 1761 The entire front page and nearly half of page 2 are taken up with reports headed: "America" the full text of which is shown in the photos. Included is a letter signed in type from Fort George, New York, by: Cadwallader Colden, a lieutenant governor and acting governor for New York. There is... Read full description -
Item #714432THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 17, 1761 The front page has an account of the marriage of the Prince of Wales, heir to the British throne, and princess of Saxe Gotha. He would predecease his father so would not become King.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, lightly-inked tax stamp on the front page, nice condition. -
Item #694709THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 4, 1764 The front page has reports headed: "America - From the Quebec Gazette" which includes part of a letter to Colonel Burton at Montreal, from Oswego. It reports on a great meeting of the various Indian national at Niagara, "...the greatest ever known, being about 2000 Indians..." with some detail on what... Read full description -
Item #715330THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1765 A nice issue of this very famous & successful British magazine from this significant year of the Stamp Act, and some ten years before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. Included is "General Gage's Account of the Reduction of the Indians" which takes over half a... Read full description -
Item #709384THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 12, 1765 The front page has reports headed: "America" including a note of boats in the Upper Lakes being destroyed by enemy Indians, etc. The back page has an item from Jamaica that begins: "A fellow here, a gold coast Negro, whom I bought two years since, & can already speak English, has made a... Read full description -
Item #696254THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 4, 1766 Page 6 has a very notable report from Bristol, England: "Never was joy more general or citizens hearts more sensibly touched, than ours were last Monday, on hearing the favorable turn of the American affairs. The bells throughout the city rang incessantly the whole day and in the... Read full description -
Item #696185THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 15, 1767 A short report on page 6 is headed: "From the Virginia Gazette, Williamsburgh, Virginia" mentioning that John Randolph was appointed Attorney General, to replace Peyton Randolph. The balance of the issue is taken up with various reports from Europe from just 8 years before the outbreak of the Revolutionary... Read full description -
Item #701425THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, with the "Supplement" as well, May 2, 1768 Inside pages have various reports from colonial cities with one item from New London noting: "...that New Hampshire, Connecticut and New Jersey did soon after the repeal of the stamp act, return their thanks to the committee of merchants for their services in that... Read full description -
Item #700172THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England (now spelled Gloucester), Dec. 12, 1768 Various British news reports throughout, with its finest feature being the handsome masthead with two detailed engravings and the ornate lettering. This is from the period when the troubling relationship between England and America was coming... Read full description -
Item #714552THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1770 Among the articles are: "Difficulty of Explaining the Scripture" "Origin of Rhyming" "Reasons Against a New War" 'History & Antiquity of Berkley Castle" and so much more. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has the latest news reports of the day.
There is a brief... Read full description -
Item #677673GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1775 The first five pages contain a lengthy report on: "...address to his Majesty respecting the Situation of Affairs in America." which includes: "...The army might proceed to hostilities, it might be defeated, the Americans might prevail, we might be for ever stripped of the... Read full description -
Item #715524THE CRISIS, London, March 11, 1775 In our over 50 years of dealing in rare newspapers, we have only once had the great fortune to encounter issues of this very rare title. Although we had sold all years ago, this one has come back to us.
This extraordinary paper is one of the most bitter political sheets to be found, issued in London... Read full description -
Item #687286THE NEW-ENGLAND CHRONICLE, OR THE ESSEX GAZETTE Cambridge, Sept. 21, 1775 This title has a rather short lifespan in Cambridge existing from just May 12, 1775 thru April 4, 1776, less than a year. After the latter date the newspaper was removed to Boston.
The front page begins with a strong appeal by the City of London to the King concerning his... Read full description -
Less than 100 days prior to the Declaration...
Item #704788THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, April 23, 1776 Most of the first column on the front page is taken up with reports of ships trading in the Caribbean & related news. Also on the front page is: "The French appear exceedingly friendly to the American cause which they would have promoted by a much larger supply of arms... Read full description -
Item #719174THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, July 24, 1776 A great issue from less than 3 weeks after the Declaration of Independence was endorsed by Congress. Relating to this, page 2 has a report from New York: "Thursday last the Declaration of the INDEPENDENCY of the United States of AMERICA, was... Read full description -
Item #672470GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1777 Near the back are several letters from the seat of the Revolutionary War in America, including: "Extract of a Letter from the Gen. Wm. Howe to Lord G. Germaine dated New York, Apr. 1, 1777" which talks of plans to destroy provisions & stores at Peekskill (see). Another letter details what... Read full description -
Item #686000GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1778 This is a very historic issue with terrific coverage on the Battle of Monmouth as well as a wealth of other fine reports on the Revolutionary War.
The issue beings with: "Debates In Parliament" taking 5 pages and containing much discussion on the war with America, including in part: "...call the... Read full description -
Item #685844THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1779 A fine opportunity to purchase a magazine from during the Revolutionary War at a reasonable price, as we find almost no American content. At the back under the "Historical Chronicle" is mention that the New York, Quebec & Newfoundland fleets have set sail under the convoy of Admiral Arbuthnot. The... Read full description -
Item #678248GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1780 Inside has a lengthy & very detailed letter from Lord Cornwallis to Lord Germain on the battle of Camden, S.C., which begins: "It is with great pleasure that I communicate to your lordship an account of the...victory obtained on the 16th inst. by his Majesty's troops under my command over the rebels of the... Read full description -
Item #715579THE CONNECTICUT GAZETTE & THE UNIVERSAL INTELLIGENCER, New London, March 30, 1781 The entire front page & half of page 2 are taken up with "Debates in the British Parliament..." which includes discussion on the Revolutionary War in America.
A few bits mention: "The taking of Ticonderoga was a splendid... Read full description -
Item #686432THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 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 the "Historical Chronicle". It begins with an editorial comment: "Gen. Washington's letter to the President of Congress on the surrender of the British... Read full description -
Item #716253THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 12, 1782 Page 2 has a post-surrender report noting: "...from ...Earl Cornwallis, make mention that it is not his intention to return to this country until he has effected the entire exchange of the unfortunate veterans who shared captivity with him at York Town....".
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Item #714396THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Edinburgh, Scotland, June 15, 1782 The front page of this issue has an interesting notice headed: “Seaman Wanted" to serve on two privateer ships.
The notice feature engravings of the two privateer vessels, plus details about the weaponry of each, with mention that one “...is a most capital ship, and... Read full description -
Item #710936THE POLITICAL MAGAZINE, London, March, 1783 Certainly one of the less common magazines of the 18th century, formatted very much like the more common 'Gentleman's Magazine' of the day.
Inside has text on a: "Plan of St. Augustine" in Florida, however the map is lacking. Over 5 pages are taken up with considerable detail on: "Earl... Read full description -
Item #716203THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 13, 1783 Page 2 has a report from Parliament concerning the work on the treaty to end the Revolutionary War, which includes a very historic statement. Bits include: "...The definitive treaties of peace between the Court of Great Britain and those of France and Spain and the United States of... Read full description -
Item #709620THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 13, 1784 The back page has a report noting in part: "There is a party now forming of men...for a tour through the whole continent of North America...The scheme is to travel from Quebec...to the Mississippi which never was yet discovered or laid down, further than the Falls of St. Anthony...turn due... Read full description -
Item #714218THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1784 Certainly the most interesting content in this issue is the great & lengthy text (continued from the June issue) on a review of a new publication, headed: "Captain Cook's Voyage--Relation of the events that led to the murder of Capt. Cook...". This report takes... Read full description -
Item #714375PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Oct. 7, 1788 The entire front page is filled with ads, including one for: "Isaac Franks, Broker" with further details. Franks was a noted Jewish financier.
Pages 2 & 3 have a letter reflecting upon the future prospects of this new republic. It begins: "America to me... Read full description -
Item #724907THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE OR MONTHLY MUSEUM, Boston, May, 1789 Rarely are we able to offer an American imprint with a period report of Washington's inauguration and inaugural address. Great to have this text in this famous magazine published by perhaps the most renowned printer of the... Read full description -
Item #710128THE LITERARY MAGAZINE & BRITISH REVIEW, London, July, 1789 One of the less common titles of the 18th century, this magazine is mostly taken up with--as the title would suggest--literary items and reviews of recent books. Two articles are: "On the Present State of the Inquisition in Spain" and: "Electricity & Magnetism... Read full description
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