Item #153011
January 01, 1892
PUNCH, London, England, 1892. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. An interesting satire periodical from England, including some illustration. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the format as shown. 11"x9". 8 pages.
Item #153008
January 01, 1880
OGLE COUNTY PRESS, Polo, Illinois, 1880. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives, containing various news of the day both local & national, plus a wealth of ads as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the format as shown. Small binding holes in margin. A 4 ... See More
Item #153006
NEW YORK WEEKLY MAGAZINE, New York, NY, 1866. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. Basically literary content with some ads as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the format as shown. Has 24 pages & measures about 10"x7".
Rare antebellum title from New Orleans...
Item #153002
NEW-ORLEANS PRICE CURRENT, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1851 As the title would suggest, this four page paper is focused on the economy and prices of hundreds of items. But there is some news of the day as well. A wealth of ads, including all of pgs. 1 & 4. Light browning at the margins, generally nice.
Broadside, campaign newspaper...
Item #153001
THE NEW REPUBLIC, Washington, DC, 1878. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. A fascinating & quite rare newspaper not recorded in U.L.S. or Gregory. It was only published for 19 issues! This is a campaign newspaper for the Republican party, and noted in the masthead:
"The New Republic Will be published during the Congressional Campaign & will endeavor to ci... See More
Item #153000
NEW-ENGLAND JOURNAL OF EDUCATION, Boston, Massachusetts, 1875. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. As the title would suggest, this newspaper if focused primarily on education-related concerns. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the format as shown. Measures a... See More
Mormon magazine...
Item #152998
January 01, 1893
MILLENNIAL STAR, Liverpool, England, 1893. This is an uncommon Mormon magazine from England, with content mainly focused on Mormon concerns. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the format as shown. About 9"x6", 8 pages.
Spanish Language financial periodical...
Item #152997
THE MEXICAN FINANCIER, Mexico, 1889 A magazine from Mexico, portions in both Spanish & English, focused entirely on financial matters. Still in original wrappers with a gold-inked coat-of-arms in the masthead. Complete in 24 pages, measures 10 by 12 inches, never bound nor trimmed, nice condition.
Item #152995
MAJOR & KNAPP ILLUSTRATED MONTHLY, New York, 1871. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. A quite uncommon title with an ornate masthead, containing basically literary-related items. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific dat but will have the format as shown. Nice condition, 12 pages. 14"x1... See More
Item #152994
January 01, 1891
THE ILLUSTRATED WORLD'S FAIR, Chicago, Illinois, 1891. A newspaper formatted much like "Harper's Weekly", this title focused entirely on the construction & related events of the Chicago Columbian Exposition, consequently having a very short life. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will have the format as shown... See More
In the native Indian language of the "Dakota Mission"...
Item #152993
January 01, 1880
IAPE OAYE, South Dakota, 1880 A newspaper from the "Dakota Mission" of native Americans with most of the front page taken up with an illustration. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date.
Item #152992
January 01, 1894
THE ILLUSTRATED AMERICAN, New York & Chicago, 1894. Many illustrations and photos within, formatted very much like "Harper's Weekly" but it had a relatively short life and is uncommon as such. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but will be in the format as shown. 16 pages, nice condition.... See More
Separation of church and state...
Item #152991
THE INDEX, Boston, Massachusetts, 1878 Published by the "National Liberal League" espousing a platform for the 1880 election with a strong belief in the "total separation of church and state"as their platform states on the front page. Also on the front page is their nine point list of "The Demands Of Liberalism". Nice condition, six pages, approximately 14"... See More
Item #152989
January 01, 1896
THE IRISH WORLD, New York, NY 1896. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. Ornate masthead as the photos shows, with content logically themed on the the Irish immigrants to America. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date.
Item #152987
LA FAYETTE DAILY JOURNAL, Lafayette, Indiana, 1877. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archive, containing various news of the day both locally & nationally, with a wealth of ads as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date, but will have the format as shown. Nice condition, 4 pa... See More
Item #152984
DETROIT POST AND TRIBUNE, Michigan, 1878. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. This is essentially a campaign newspaper containing much political content. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date
Item #152981
THE EDITOR, Franklin, Ohio, 1896 A monthly magazine containing mostly tories & poems. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date, but will have the format as shown. Measures 8"x5", 42 pages, nice condition.
Item #152980
THE ERIE GAZETTE, Pennsylvania, 1868 See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. Contains various news of the day both nationally & locally, plus a wealth of ad as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date
Item #152979
THE EVENING LEADER, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1873. Varous news of the day both nationally and locally, plus a wealth of ads as well. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date
Item #152978
EVERY SATURDAY, London, 1869. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives, containing mostly literary item plus many ads as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date
Item #152977
EVERY SATURDAY, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1870.
"An illustrated Journal of Choice Reading." as noted in the masthead. Illustrations throughout with the content being basically literary item, plus many ads as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date-but will have the format as shown. Measures 14"x11", 16 pages.... See More
Item #152974
FRANK LESLIE'S CHIMNEY CORNER, New York, NY 1866. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives containing mostly literary content plus a wealth of ads. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date-but will have the format a... See More
Item #152973
CHIMNEY CORNER, New York, 1876 "Frank Leslie's" illustrations throughout. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives containing basically literary content. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date-... See More
Item #152972
January 01, 1891
GOLDEN DAYS, Philadelphia, PA, 1891. "For Boys and Girls". See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives containing light reading for children. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date-but will have the format as shown. Even browning. 14x11 inches, 16 pages.
Item #152971
WILMINGTON JOURNAL, Wilmington, NC, 1867 A nice newspaper of the day with a wealth of news and various advertisements. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Some foxing throughout otherwise nice. Four pages and measuring 23"x18".
Item #152969
THE WEEKLY JUDEAN, Juda, Wisconsin, 1878. See the photo below for an
example of this title from our archives. This is a curious, very small
newspaper of 4 pages--one of the more unusual titles in our inventory.
Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have
these specific photos or be of this specific date-but will have the
format as shown. Nice condition. Tiny binding h... See More
Item #152968
WISCONSIN STATE JOURNAL, Madison, 1868. "The official State Paper." See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives, containing various news & ads of the day both locally and nationally. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Nice Condition.
Four pages, approximately 23"x17".
Item #152966
January 01, 1883
THE YANKEE BLADE, Boston, Massachusetts, 1883. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives, containing basically literary content. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date--but will have the format as shown. Marginal tears w... See More
Item #152965
THE YOLO DEMOCRAT SUPPLEMENT, Woodland , Yolo County, California, 1874 See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives, containing various news & ads of the day both locally and nationally. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of ... See More
Item #152964
January 01, 1892
THE YOUTH'S COMPANION, Boston, 1892 Illustrations throughout plus many advertisements. Essentially the "Boy's Life" magazine of its day. See the photo below for an example of the "look" of this title from our archives. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. DO NOTE that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not... See More
Item #152963
January 01, 1887
THE YOUTH'S LEDGER, New York, 1887. "An interesting monthly for the Young" as is printed in the masthead. See the photo below for an example of the "look" of this title from our archives. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. DO NOTE that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this... See More
Item #152961
January 01, 1891
MARYSVILLE WEEKLY ADVANCE, Marysville, Perry Co., Pennsylvania, 1891. See the photo below for an example of the "look" of this title from our archives, containing various news & ads of the day both locally and nationally. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. DO NOTE that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these speci... See More
The Young Men's Christian Association...
Item #152960
January 01, 1889
THE WATCHMAN, Chicago, 1889 Illustrations, advertisements, and multiple subjects contained within each paper. "Young Men's Christian Association" is within a scroll in the masthead. See the photo below for an example of the "look" of this title from our archives. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. DO NOTE that the photo is "gen... See More
Financial news...
Item #152959
January 01, 1894
THE WALL STREET DAILY NEWS, New York, 1894 Financial and local news with ads, essentially an earlier version of the "Wall Street Journal". See the photo below for an example of the "look" of this title from our archives. This is a nice issue to have from this location and period in history. DO NOTE that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have ... See More
The Walk at Gilmore's Garden...
Item #152928
March 14, 1879
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York March 14, 1879 This 8 page issue measures 20 x 14 inches and is in good condition. Within these 8 pages contain illustrations, news of the day & many interesting advertisements. This issue features a front page print of the Great Walk at Gilmore's Garden which changed it's name to Madison Square Garden. Nice for display.
Niagara Falls...
Item #152875
September 05, 1818
BOSTON COMMERCIAL GAZETTE, Sept. 7, 1818 Pg. 2 has a brief item: "Falls of Niagara" noting: "The Projection called Table Rock, has...fallen in....the rock broke in pieces...and disclosed a great number of crystalline substances...". Also word that the "...elegant steam-boat Walk-in-the-Water will be ready for sailing this week...".
Small piece missing at the bo... See More
Silver dollar in the masthead...
Item #152778
August 20, 1856
THE DOLLAR NEWSPAPER, Philadelphia, August 20, 1856 It has an interesting wood engraving in the masthead showing a seated liberty dollar coin--quite unusual. Various news of the day plus literary content.
Some tape mends causing no loss of readability. Some light browning, complete in 4 pages, folio size.
Silver dollar in the masthead...
Item #152777
June 18, 1856
THE DOLLAR NEWSPAPER, Philadelphia, June 18, 1856 It inclues an interesting wood engraving in the masthead showing a seated liberty dollar coin--quite unusual. Various news of the day plus literary content. Some tape mends causing no loss of readability.
Some light browning, complete in 4 pages, folio size.
Silver dollar in the masthead...
Item #152775
February 06, 1856
THE DOLLAR NEWSPAPER, Philadelphia, February 6, 1856 See the photo below for the interesting wood engraving in the masthead showing a seated liberty dollar coin--quite unusual. Various news of the day plus literary content. Some tape mends causing no loss of readability.
Some light browning, complete in 4 pages, folio size.
Michael Phelan wins a billiards match...
Item #152740
April 14, 1859
NEW YORK HERALD, April 14, 1859 Page 7 has a report: "The Great Billiard Match at Detroit" which gives brief updates of the match starting with one from 2:30 a.m. showing Michael Phelan ahead. A dispatch from 4:45 a.m. shows John Seerieter in the lead with mention that the excitement is at fever heat. It closes with a dispatch from 5:30 a.m. stating: "The great billiard match ... See More
Water works pumping engine...
Item #152724
February 26, 1876
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, February 26, 1876 This 16 page issue is in nice condition and contains illustrations of the latest inventions of the day including the following inventions: Pumping Engine For Water Works - Barber Tools - Water Regulator - Leather Dressing Machine & Much More (SEE PHOTOS). These illustrations also have text that goes along with them.
Very interesting adver... See More
1890 Newspaper with Cover Prints of CROQUET in Norwich
Item #152721
September 06, 1890
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York Sept. 6, 1890 the front page is a great print showing; "Croquet in Connecticut--The Prize Tournament at Norwich" which includes 4 comic scenes as well. Among the prints inside are: "A Turpentine Still near New Berne" "A Watermelon Auction on the North River Front, New York City" "Honors to Ericsson..." concernin... See More
Joliet Illinois Scenes...
Item #152719
October 11, 1890
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED NEWSPAPER from New York dated Oct. 11, 1890. See the photo below for the very nice, full page which contains varous prints captioned: "Illinois--The Industries, Homes, and Institutions of Joliet." which includes 11 prints. There is a related article on an inside page titled: "The Stone City". There are some tape mends at the edges, one of which just touches a print ... See More
Centennial International Exhibition...
Item #152715
May 20, 1876
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, May 20, 1876 This 16 page issue is in nice condition and contains illustrations and/or photos of the latest inventions of the day including the following invention(s): "Centennial Grounds & Buildings" & more, with related text.
Very interesting advertisements as well, back in the day when many of the normal things we use today were just being... See More
Early Newburgh... Illustrated ads...
Item #152704
DAILY NEWS from Newburgh, New York, 1857. This 4 page newspaper is in good condition with various news of the day, both local & national. A wealth of illustrated ads as well The exact date in the photo may not be the one you receive but will be similar & the same year.Minimal wear, mostly nice.
Coal elevators for loading ships...
Item #152693
February 24, 1883
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, February 24, 1883 Magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. Many of the things we use today on a regular basis were just being invented back then.
Item #152692
April 15, 1882
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN from New York and dated: April 15, 1882. This 16 page magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. Many of the things we use today on a regular basis were just being invented back then.
Assassination Trial of Charles Guiteaul... President James Garfield...
Item #152677
January 24, 1882
WELLSVILLE DAILY REPORTER N.Y. Jan. 24, 1882 A brief report under The Guiteau Case mentions Judge Porters terrible excoriation of Guiteau who continually interrupted the court room.
1820 MASSACHUSETTS SPY Newspaper EXTRA
Item #152667
October 11, 1820
MASSACHUSETTS SPY EXTRA, Worcester, Oct. 11, 1820 Folio-size singlesheet containing some news, commentary and a committee report concerning the Worcester County Agricultural Societys Cattle Show.
Latest inven tions of the day, from 1881...
Item #152641
April 09, 1881
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, April 9, 1881 This 16 page magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. Many of the things we use today on a regular basis were just being invented back then. This particular issue has on the front page: "FLOUR MILLING - THE ELECTRIC MIDDLINGS PURIFIER."
German Saengerfest Hans...
Item #152638
July 20, 1865
NEW-YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, July 20, 1865 Ftpg. has: The Saengerfest Grand Procession All Germany at Jones Wood The Highways Thronged More Crowd Than Comfort Dancing Under Difficulties & more.
Latest inventions of the day, in 1875...
Item #152633
May 29, 1875
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, May 29, 1875 This 16 page magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. Many of the things we use today on a regular basis were just being invented back then. This particular issue has on the front page: "RANDOLPH'S VIRGINIA DITCHER."
Item #152632
October 02, 1875
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN from New York and dated: October 2, 1875. This 16 page magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. Many of the things we use today on a regular basis were just being invented back then. This particular issue has on the front page: "MEYER'S LIQUID MIXER."
Early grinding knife machine...
Item #152614
December 09, 1876
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, December 9, 1876 This 16 page magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. Many of the things we use today on a regular basis were just being invented back then. This particular issue has on the front page: "EMERY WHEEL KNIFE-GRINDING MACHINE".
Multiple charge gun...
Item #152612
January 28, 1882
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, January 28, 1882 This 16 page magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. Many of the things we use today on a regular basis were just being invented back then. This particular issue has on the front page: "THE LYMAN-HASKELL MULTIPLE CHARGE ACCELERATING GUN&q... See More
Engraving precious stones...
Item #152611
January 07, 1882
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, January 7, 1882 This 16 page magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. This particular issue has on the front page: "ENGRAVING PRECIOUS STONES".
Early boats of the world...
Item #152610
November 04, 1876
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, November 4, 1876 This 16 page magazine is in nice condition and is loaded with early invention illustrations and descriptions along with several interesting advertisements. Many of the things we use today on a regular basis were just being invented back then. This particular issue has on the front page: "CURIOUS BOATS AT THE CENTENNIAL EXHIBITION 1876"... See More
Nice front page print of an early locomotive...
Item #152608
February 20, 1892
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Feb. 20, 1892 The ftpg. features a great illustration captioned: "Compound Locomotive Made by the Rhode Island Locomotive Works" with a related article.
Inside prints include a fullpg. of: "The World's Columbian Exposition" "The Proposed Odd Fellows' Temple at Chicago" and more.
Sixteen pages, good condition.
Fort Jones California...
Item #152600
September 23, 1880
SCOTT VALLEY NEWS, Fort Jones, Calif., Sept. 23, 1880 Numerous "Local Bits" of news on pg. 3. Many ads, including one on the bkpg. for a "Photographic Gallery" which has a small illustration of a photographic studio. A few minor edge tears at the bottom of each leaf, ink advertising stamp in the upper margin of the ftpg., occasional foxing.
Item #152588
October 18, 1878
Here is an interesting full page "Supplement To The Republican" newspaper from Coldwater, Michigan, being the "Speech of J. H. Bennett..." which takes nearly both pages of this singlesheet, save for a few ads on the back page. Their is no Coldwater imprint, but this broadsheet was taken from a bound volume of Coldwater, Michigan, newspapers. Measures about 12 by 17 1/2 inches, some browning and a ... See More
New York...
Item #152576
May 11, 1889
OUR SECOND CENTURY, N.Y., May 11, 1889 Has mostly topical reports and ads, but some commentary as well. A few edge tears, lite wear. Uncut.
Salem Massachusetts...
Item #152573
January 05, 1887
ESSEX COUNTY MERCURY SUPPLEMENT MA Janaury 5, 1887. This 4 page newspaper contains news & stories of the day. Historic. Great reading. SEE PHOTOS
Charleston, South Carolina...
Item #152567
December 23, 1840
THE CHARLESTON COURIER, December 23, 1840 This 4 page newspaper contains news of the day and interesting advertisements throughout including the following featured material: Early for South Carolina with many advertisements. Nice condition.
Very early Oneida Community newspaper...
Item #152556
THE PERFECTIONIST, Putney, Vermont, 1844 This is the earliest Oneida Community newspaper we have from just 2 years after its founding. This small folio-size newspaper only published twice a month, by J. H. Noyes & J. L. Skinner. Within these 4 pages the editors espouse their Christian philosophy which became the foundation of the Oneida movement, which would take on greater presence in the dec... See More
East River Bridge... Blackwell's Island...
Item #152488
April 29, 1882
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, April 29, 1882. This issue has much invention news and illustrations including illustration(s) headed: "Progress of the New East River Bridge at Blackwell's Island". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Santa Fe Army... Poland Ohio...
Item #152464
September 15, 1846
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, Sept. 15, 1846 Pg. 3 has a letter discussing the Santa Fe Army. Also a report about a discovery at a Poland, Ohio iron company: "Iron Made with Raw Bituminous Coal."
By the Odd Fellows...
Item #152446
January 01, 1848
THE ODD FELLOW, Boston, Jan., 1848 An "Extra" containing "A General Directory Of The Order Throughout The United States." Quarto-size, 8 pgs., with a somewhat ornate masthead.
Carrier's address...
Item #152440
January 04, 1832
BADGER'S WEEKLY MESSENGER, Clinton Hall, New York, Jan. 4, 1832 Taking much of the first column is the "Address Of The Carrier's Of Badger's Weekly Messenger". A volume I issue of this uncommon title.
A bit irregular at the spine, occasional foxing, otherwise generally good.
1808 from Hudson, New York...
Item #152434
BALANCE ADVERTISER, Hudson, New York, 1808. This paper is interesting in that it is taken up entirely with advertisements (see). Complete 4 page issue, generally nice, measures about 10 by 12 inches. The image shown is only representative. Most issues do not contain illustrated ads, but have the same look and condition as the one shown.
The game of wicket with a diagram....
Item #152418
February 14, 1857
PORTER'S SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, N.Y., Feb. 14, 1857 "Out Door Sports" on an inside pg. has two letters concerning the game of "Wicket". Includes a small diagram of the ground plan. Interesting. Occasional foxing.
Illustrated California Cedar Tree...
Item #152414
October 01, 1853
GLEASON'S, Oct. 1, 1853 Inside nearly a fullpg: "The Great California Cedar Tree" with text. Halfpg: "The Narrows, From Staten Island, N.Y." & nearly a halfpg: "Steamboat Landing, Foot Of Lake George" with text.
Item #152398
June 04, 1898
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY June 4,1898. This paper has an internal article & print of THE SITUATION AT SANTIAGO DE CUBA. This paper is in very good condition with some minor edge tears. About 11 by 15.5 inches.
Item #152392
May 16, 1891
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, May 16, 1891 Ftpg. illus. and article on the Broadway and Seventh Avenue cable road. Some dirtiness and margin wear.
Decorative masthead...
Item #152352
THE TRUMPET & UNIVERSALIST MAGAZINE, Boston, 1828 Mostly religious-related content. Masthead features a wood engraving of a trumpeting angel. Occasional foxing. Although actual dates vary, the issue sent will have the same look and condition as the one shown, and will be dated from 1828.
Item #152337
August 02, 1884
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY August 2, 1884. This paper has internal prints and article of: A PHOTOGRAPHIC GALLERY BEING LIGHTED BY THE SUN LAMP (see picture). This paper is in nice condition with minor foxing.
Drawbridge across the Harlem River...
Item #152294
January 02, 1886
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, January 2, 1886 This paper has front page prints and inside article: HYDRAULIC MACHINERY FOR OPERATING THE DRAWBRIDGE ACROSS THE HARLEM RIVER AT SECOND AVE. N.Y. CITY. The internal article describe and bridge and how it functions. There is also an article on the Invention of Bell's Phone. This paper is in very good condition with some edge tears with no los... See More
Item #152288
March 23, 1832
NEW-YORK SPECTATOR, March 23, 1832 Ftpg. has a detailed meeting report: "Young Men's Auxiliary Colonization Society" along with a list of the officers &managers. Some light foxing.
Item #152277
September 07, 1889
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY September 7, 1889. This paper has a front page article and print concerning: THE HUDSON RIVER TUNNEL AND THE WORK IN PROGRESS UPON IT(see picture). There is also an internal article and more prints. This paper is in very nice condition with minor foxing. It measures about 11 by 15.5 inches.
Edison Toy Company meeting...
Item #152254
December 06, 1890
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, December 6, 1890 This paper has an article: EDISON TOY MANUFACTURING COMPANY ANNUAL MEETING. The article details the annual meeting. This paper is in very nice condition measures about 11 by 15.5 inches and has some minor edge tears with no loss.(see picture).
Item #152253
December 01, 1894
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY December 1, 1894. This paper has a print and article: THE AMERICAN TYPEWRITER (see picture). This typewriter was the simplest yet created but was equally as good as the more complicated, larger more expensive models. This paper is in very good condition with some minor foxing and edge tears with no loss. About 11 by 15.5.
Typewriters, locomotives, chimneys, and more...
Item #152250
April 19, 1890
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY, April 19, 1890. This paper contains print and article of: Durrin & Sheldon's Type-writer Attachment. There is also an article and print detailing a New Apparatus for Supplying Compressed Air to Locomotives. Also included are four ftpg. illustrations captioned: "Climbing the Great Chimney Of The Clark Thread Works At Harrison, N.J." This paper has some... See More
Item #152240
May 06, 1893
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY May 6, 1893. This paper has a front page article and print: 'THE COLUMBIAN NAVAL FESTIVITIES, NEW YORK - THE PRESIDENTIAL REVIEW'(see picture). The internal article and print of THE STATUE OF LIBERITY is especially stunning. This paper is in very nice condition with some minor foxing.
Making shot...
Item #152222
July 28, 1877
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, July 28, 1877 This paper contains front page prints and article of: THE MANUFACTURE OF SHOT. POURING THE MELTED LEAD.
Item #152221
July 09, 1890
THE WEEK'S SPORT, New York, July 9, 1890 "A Journal Devoted to the Sports & Amusements of Amateurs" Has a full title page which is very ornate and shows several sports. Inked: "Sample Copy" on the cover. Upper corner clipped off, edge wear, 16 pages, quarto-size. Very uncommon.
Porcelain manufacturing...
Item #152220
March 20, 1875
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, March 20, 1875 Detailed full ftpg. illustrations and article (see photo) shows and describes the process of: PORCELAIN MANUFACTURING. There is also an article on The American Crane. In good condition.
Item #152215
June 02, 1868
NEW-YORK TRIBUNE, June 2, 1868 Ftpg. has: "Grant And Colfax" "The Letters Of Acceptance". Includes Grant's letter accepting the nomination which is signed in type: U. S. Grant, as well as a letter of acceptance signed in type by Schuyler Colfax. Excellent condition.
Telegraph... Telephone...
Item #152212
November 13, 1886
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, November 13,1886 This paper, measing about 11 by 15.5 inches, contains front page prints and an article on: HOUSE'S MONDERN PHONETIC TELEGRAPH & ROYAL E. HOUSE'S TELEPHONE. Save for some slight staining which does not cause any loss, this issue is in good condition.
Edison's discoveries...
Item #152195
October 11, 1890
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, October 11, 1890 This issue has an article:" EDISON'S ACCIDENTAL DISCOVERIES". Dr. William D. Gentry, a life-long friend reminisces about Thomas Edison. This article gives an interesting look into the man
. This paper is in very nice condition measures about 11 by 15 1/2 inches and has some minor edge tears with no loss.(see).
Item #152182
August 24, 1881
THE SCRANTON REPUBLICAN, Aug. 24, 1881 "Indian Troubles" "The Battle With Nana's Band" "Details Of The Conflict--Death Of A Brave Officer--Capt. Parker's Fight".
Item #152171
September 03, 1881
THE SCRANTON REPUBLICAN, PA Sept. 3, 1881 "Indian Outbreak" "The Apache Country Uneasy" "White Mountain Indians On The War Path--Troops Protecting the Settlers--Gen. Wilcox Takes The Field In Person--Fighting Near Fort Apache--Several Soldiers Killed".
Artifical crowns...
Item #152163
December 06, 1873
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, December 6, 1873 The content of this issue includes the original patent for artificial crowns invented by J. B. Beers.
Proctor and Gamble...
Item #152151
February 18, 1882
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Feb. 18, 1882 This issue includes four front page illustrations concerning: "The Manufacture Of Soap--Factory Of Proctor & Gamble, Cincinnati, Ohio." Three additional illustrations can be found inside as well as a related article.
This issue is in good condition except for a small library stamp along the upper edge of the front page.
Item #152150
November 06, 1886
PACIFIC RURAL PRESS, San Francisco, Nov. 6, 1886 Ftpg. has a 6 by 6 inch illus. of the "New Building Of The Wilson Or Central School, Pasadena, Calif." Article about the school as well. Some foxing, with a bit in the print, light wear. Tabloid-size with 24 pages. Detailed masthead.
Item #152145
November 16, 1878
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, November 16, 1878 This issue has front page illustration(s) headed: "CAPTAIN ERICSSON'S NEW TORPEDO BOAT, THE DESTROYER". This illustration(s) also has related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Making incandescent lamps...
Item #152144
June 30, 1883
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, June 30, 1883 This issue has much invention news and illustrations including front page illustration(s) headed: "WRIGHT AND MACKIE'S MACHINERY FOR MAKING INCANDESCENT ELECTRIC LAMPS". These illustration(s) also have related text as well.
This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #152143
October 12, 1878
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, October 12, 1878 This issue has much invention news and illustrations including inside page illustration(s) headed: "NEW STETHOSCOPIC MICROPHONE". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
An 1870 road steamer...
Item #152142
November 19, 1870
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, November 19, 1870 This issue has much invention news and illustrations including front page illustration(s) headed: "THOMSON'S PATENT ROAD STEAMER". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #152141
January 11, 1899
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN,New York, February 11, 1899 This issue has much invention news and photos including inside page photos(s) headed: "A NORWEGIAN SKATE SAILOR". These photos(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #152137
August 10, 1867
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED NEWSPAPER from New York, dated Aug. 10, 1867. See the photo below for the terrific full page print captioned:"Fork Grinders, Sheffield, England" is a great print on how silverware was made in the 19th century--great print for any collector of early flatware! This print measures about 9 by 14 inches. This issue is complete in 16 pages with many other unrelated prints, and... See More
Inventions... Singer book sewing machine...
Item #152127
October 07, 1876
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, October 7, 1876 This 16 page issue is in nice condition and contains illustrations of the latest inventions of the day including the following inventions: SINGER BOOK SEWING MACHINE - CAR TRUCK FRAME DRILLING MACHINE - IMPROVED LINK BLOCK FOR LOCOMOTIVE & Much More (SEE PHOTOS). These illustrations also have text that goes along with them.
Very i... See More
Item #152107
July 20, 1865
THE NEW-YORK TIMES, July 20, 1865 First col. heads on the ftpg: "Miss Harris Acquitted" "Extraordinary Close of a Remarkable Trial" "A Court of Justice Rivaling a Political Caucus" "They Return in Five Minutes and Pronounce a Verdict of Not Guilty" & more.
Item #152100
January 21, 1891
GARDINER HOME JOURNAL from Gardiner, Maine, dated Jan. 21, 1891. See the photo below for the nice front page article titled: "Meerschaum Pipes--From Lumps of White Clay to Artistic Bowls". This interesting and very detailed article takes over a full column of text! Great reading. You get the complete, 4 page issue which is in nice condition save for some irregularity at the blank spine margin.
Item #152097
June 10, 1820
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, June 10, 1820 A page 3 report: "Macbeth's Castle" talks about the discovery of a vault at Dunsinane Castle containing a large meteoric stone and two bronze tablets. Says the stone was put there by Macbeth and it might be the sacred Jacob's Pillow. Some foxing in unrelated reports.
Item #152070
March 24, 1883
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, March 24, 1883 This issue has much invention news and illustrations including inside page illustration(s) headed: "THE 'BOSS CLIPPER' VERTICAL ENGINE - MADE BY THE TAYLOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY" These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #152065
February 09, 1889
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, February 9, 1889 This issue has much invention news and illustrations including front page illustration(s) headed: "WORKS OF THE BALL ELECTRIC LIGHT COMPANY, NEW YORK". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #152060
May 31, 1856
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, May 31, 1856 Ftpg: "From Kansas--By The Mails" has a detailed letter from he Office of the U.S. Marshall at Lecompton. The letter states in part: "All persons in Kansas Territory...who honestly submit to the constituted authorities, will ever find me ready to aid in protecting them; all who seek to resist the laws...and turn traitors to their country will find m... See More
Item #152051
May 12, 1849
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, May 12, 1849 A page 3 report headed "Most Afflicting and Fatal Tumults In the City of New York" give details about the riot at the Astor Opera House that resulted in twenty-two deaths. The report says that amond those arrested was Ned Buntline, who supposedly helped precipitate the riot, and was later know for his dime novels and for dubbing William Cody as "Buf... See More
Item #152041
THE WISCONSIN CHIEF from Milwaukee & Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin 1860.
This newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rag
paper used during this time in history. This 4 page issue contains news
of the day and several interesting advertisements that shows what life
was like at this time. Rare and early from this far West.
Item #152031
November 15, 1879
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Nov. 15, 1879 See the photo below for the very nice full front page article with 8 illustrations captioned: "Faber's Gold Pen and Pencil Factory". A very displayable front page! You get the complete 16 page issue which is in great condition.
Item #152023
October 16, 1875
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, October 16, 1875 This issue has front page illustration(s) of the: "BORING THE TRUNNION COIL OF AN EIGHTY-TUN GUN". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
A new sawing machine...
Item #152022
January 30, 1875
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, January 30, 1875 This issue has front page illustration(s) of the: "YOUNG'S DIAMOND STONE SAWING MACHINE". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
A new potato planter...
Item #152021
January 23, 1875
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, January 23, 1875 This issue has front page illustration(s) of the: "MEWBORNE'S IMPROVED POTATO PLANTER". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Improvements to Park Avenue...
Item #152018
May 12, 1894
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, May 12, 1894 This issue has two front page illustrations of the: "THE PARK AVENUE IMPROVEMENT IN NEW YORK CITY - MOVING THE MOTT HAVEN STATION". These illustration(s) also have related text as well.
This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #152017
April 30, 1898
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, April 30, 1898 This issue has illustrations of the: "THE MANUFACTURE OF PAPER". These illustrations also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #152016
May 12, 1883
THE CLEVELAND LEADER newsppaer from Ohio, dated May 12, 1883. See the photo below for the one column front page heads (in the bottom half of the page) concerning troubles with the Apaches. This article takes about 6 column inches. YOu get the complete 8 page issue which is in nice condition, and a bit irregular at the blank spine margin.
Item #152015
February 15, 1867
NEW YORK TRIBUNE newspaper dated Feb. 15, 1867. See the photo below for the interesting front page one column heads (at the top of the last column) announcing that "Phineas T. Barnum Nominated for Congress in The Fourth District" in Connecticut, plus some related text including a chart showing the election returns and the actual count. Front page has some creases caused during printing but causing... See More
Item #152002
January 01, 1859
GARDINER HOME JOURNAL, from Maine, 1859. This newspaper is filled with stories, news and from 1859 showing what life was like during that time in history.
Torpedoes...
Item #152001
April 21, 1877
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, April 21, 1877 This issue has front page illustration of the: "TORPEDO EXPERIMENTS AT CHERBOURG, FRANCE". This illustration also has related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Removing snow by melting it...
Item #151999
February 27, 1897
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, February 27, 1897 This issue has much invention news and illustrations including inside page illustration(s) headed: "REMOVING SNOW FROM STREETS BY THE PROCESS OF MELTING". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #151994
July 17, 1875
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, July 17, 1875 This issue has front page illustration(s) headed: "GARD'S BRICK MACHINE AND TRANSPORTING APPARATUS". This illustration(s) also has related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #151991
January 21, 1882
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, January 21, 1882 This issue has much invention news and illustrations including front page illustration(s) headed: "THE MANUFACTURE OF HEMLOCK SOLE LEATHER - BRUNSWICK TANNERY OF HOYT BROTHER, NEW YORK". These illustration(s) also have related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #151973
LYNCHBURG VIRGINIAN from Lynchburg, Virginia and dated: 1846. This newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rag paper used during this time in history. This 4 page issue contains news of the day and several interesting advertisements that shows what life was like at this time.
Item #151963
May 04, 1867
NEW-YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, May 4, 1867 "Lectures and Amusements" on pg. 7 includes a notice for Mark Twain at the Cooper Institute where he was to deliver a "serio-humerous lecture" about the Sandwich Islands. Early for Mark Twain! A few traces of foxing, otherwise in very good condition.
Item #151960
October 10, 1879
THE SUN, N.Y., Oct. 10, 1879 Lengthy pg. 3 report: "Peter M' Manus Hanged" "The Twentieth Molly Maguire To Meet Death On The Gibbet" "And Only One More of the Gang Now Under Indictment" & more. List of all the Mollies who were executed included in the report. Good condition.
Item #151957
May 14, 1883
THE CLEVELAND LEADER newsppaer from Ohio, dated May 14, 1883. See the photo below for the one column front page heads (near the bottom of the page) concerning troubles with "The Apaches". This article takes about 5 column inches. You get the complete 8 page issue which is in nice condition, and a bit irregular at the blank spine margin.
Item #151949
March 03, 1894
THE MARIE BURROUGHS ART PORTFOLIO OF STAGE CELEBRITIES Part 3, dated March 3, 1894, which contains nice photos and short bios of various stage celebrities, including Edwin Booth and the famed Lily Langtry, as seen in the photos below. Still has original wrappers and in very nice, clean condition.
Grant's tomb...
Item #151947
May 01, 1897
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, May 1, 1897 This issue has inside page illustration(s) headed: "RIBBON PHOTOGRAPHY - A NEW CAMERA". This illustration(s) also has related text as well. This issue is 16 pages and in nice condition.
Item #151903
July 27, 1888
THE PRESS, Phila., July 27, 1888 One column heads on the ftpg: "The Last 'White Cap' Visit" "Southern Indiana's Local Regulators Caught in an Ambush" "Three of Them Shot On The Road After Brutally Whipping Two Women" "They are Ambushed by Three Farmers and Routed." Some details about this mystery group and their so-called regulation of justice. Includes an illus. of a woman being whipped by a Whit... See More
Early pocket camera...
Item #151890
October 13, 1888
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Oct. 13, 1888 See the photo below for the interesting illustration of "A Pocket Camera" with a nice article similarly headed. There is also another illustration on this page: "Interior Of Pocket Camera". You get the complete 16 page issue which is in nice condition.
Item #151870
January 26, 1889
THE LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE from Leominster, Massachusetts and dated: January 26, 1889. This newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rag paper used during this time in history. This 4 page issue contains news of the day and several interesting advertisements that shows what life was like at this time.
William Vanderbilt...
Item #151857
August 15, 1881
THE DAILY DENVER TIMES, Aug. 15, 1881 A pg. 2 article gives details about "William H. Vanderbilt", the son of Commodore Vanderbilt. Includes an illustration of Wm. Vanderbilt. Light staining does not affect this report.
Item #151853
January 07, 1882
CALIFORNIA SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, San Francisco, Jan. 7, 1882 The ftpg. has: "Base-Ball" "Renos vs. Californias". In the summary it mentions that Johnny Ward, "famous pitcher of the Providence Club", umpired the game and that he would pitch for the Californias the next day. Includes the box score. A few tears at the spine, minor margin tears, traces of foxing.
Displayable with a great Western-themed cover print...
Item #151839
January 01, 1893
DESERET WEEKLY magazine dated 1893-1895. A great item still with the original tan outer wrappers. See the photo below for the very decorative & large front page illustration, which shows settlers travelling, the Mormon temple, an early train, etc. Complete in 16 pages, measures about 8 by 12 inches, some very light dirtiness, generally quite nice! The actual issue you will get may vary slightl... See More
St. Louis vs. New York in the World Series...
Item #151821
October 27, 1888
THE SCRANTON REPUBLICAN newspaper from Penna. dated Oct. 27, 1888. See the photo below for the nice front page report headed: "The World's Series" "St. Louis Browns Dfeats New York 14 to 11", with the box score. This report is near the middle of the front page. Nice, early report of a "world series", before the modern era. YOu get the complete issue which is in nice shape although lightly bro... See More
Item #151796
October 25, 1823
THE NATIONAL GAZETTE AND LITERARY REGISTER, Phila., Oct. 25, 1823 "Reflections On Volcanos By Guy Lussac" takes three columns on the ftpg. and part of a column on pg. 2. These "reflections" were read before the Royal Academy at Paris. Traces of foxing, otherwise good.
Grand balloon ascension...
Item #151795
August 26, 1865
WORCESTER DAILY TRANSCRIPT, Massachusetts, Aug., 1865 Nice pg. 3 ad gives details about a "Grand Balloon Ascension" performed by Seaver & Starkweather of Boston. Generally very good condition.
Item #151768
April 02, 1891
THE LASSEN ADVOCATE, Susanville, California, Lassen County, April 2, 1891 This 4 page issue has various news of the day, including a wealth of ads--many of which are illustrated. A quite rare title from this northern California town. There are various tears at the margin, some into the text, but none cause any loss of text. Some light dirtiness, generally good. A rarity from the Old West!
Item #151757
March 31, 1859
GARDINER HOME JOURNAL, Maine, March 31, 1859 See the photo below for the nice page 2 article headed: "Pike's Peak" with the article talking about the travels there. Interesting, period item on this famous gold rush in Colorado! You get the complete 4 page issue which is in nice condition.
Item #151746
July 15, 1876
WORCESTER EVENING GAZETTE, Mass., July 15, 1876 A page 2 report headed "From The Indian Country" talks about negotiations between Gen. Crook's staff and the Utes, the enemies of the Sioux. A bit of light foxing on the first leaf. Good shape.
Item #151739
March 12, 1887
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, March 12, 1887 This 16 page illustrated magazine is in nice condition and contains front page illustrated scenes of the College of New York City. This issue also contains other illustrations throughout.
Item #151734
August 02, 1881
THE SCRANTON REPUBLICAN newspaper from Penna. dated Aug. 2, 1881. See the photo below for the nice back page, illustrated advertisement for "Wyoming Seminary and Commercial College" with two scenes of the buildings, and with text as well. Interesting and quite early! You get the complete 4 page issue which is in nice condition.
Item #151702
July 28, 1873
PETALUMA EVENING ARGUS, Petaluma, California, July 28, 1873 Has various news reports and many ads and notices. Two small tears at the spine, otherwise in very good condition.
Item #151690
April 05, 1864
WORCESTER DAILY TRANSCRIPT newspaper from Mass., dated April 5, 1864. See the photo below for the fascinating back page advertisement for "Indian Remedy For Females" with much detail on its uses. The full ad takes two-thirds of a column with much descriptive text. You get the complete 4 page issue--unusual item!
Item #151685
April 05, 1876
THE CINCINNATI DAILY GAZETTE, April 5, 1876 The ftpg. has: BASE BALL" "Leading Clubs of the United States" "Athletic, Of Philadelphia". Gives profiles of the key position players, including Al Reach and Ned Cuthbert. A bit of foxing in the last column, not affecting this report.
Molly Maguires...
Item #151676
March 02, 1877
THE CLEVELAND LEADER, March 2, 1877 Ftpg. report: "Confessions Of Murder" "Sensation Among The Molly Maguires". Says Ed Kelly confessed to the murder of John Jones, and did so rather than be accused of cowardice by Hibernian members (for not committing the murder). Good condition.
Item #151675
July 14, 1892
ALLEGANY COUNTY REPORTER newspaper from Wellsville, N.Y., dated July 14, 1892. See the photo below for the nice front page article on the death of Cyrus W. Field, which includes an illustration of him. Much text as well, taking over two columns. You get the complete issue in very nice condition.
Item #151671
August 06, 1874
DAILY CHRONICLE, Allentown, Pa., Aug. 6, 1874 An interesting ftpg. report about "Gypsy Life In America" takes two columns. Includes some talk about fortune telling. Rejoined at the spine.
Item #151669
January 05, 1875
NEW-YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, Jan. 5, 1875 The ftpg. has: "Inauguration Of Governor Tilden" "The Ceremony Simple and Impressive--Scene In The Assembly Chamber--Speeches Of The Two Governors--The New Oath Administered". Light fold foxing, uncut.
Item #151664
June 13, 1874
DAILY CHRONICLE, Allentown, Pa., June 13, 1874 "Atlantic City" on the ftpg. is an informative editorial that discusses the progress that has occurred in this "celebrated watering-place" since it closed the previous season. Rejoined at the spine, small archival mend at the bottom, otherwise good.
Item #151662
January 12, 1821
NEW ENGLAND GALAXY newspaper from Boston dated Jan. 12, 1821. More than half of the front page is taken up with the "Address Of The Carriers of the New England Galaxy". Also on the ftpg: "Pitcairn's Island". Various news of the day inside and ads as well. This is the complete, 4 page issue in nice condition save for various foxing.
Item #151659
December 19, 1835
THE UNITED STATES GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Dec. 19, 1835 Page 3 has the: "Inaugural Address Of Joseph Ritner", governor-elect of Pennsylvania. Very light dampstaining in the lower third of the lower half, a few traces of foxing in the address, otherwise good.
Item #151650
May 04, 1811
THE COLUMBIAN FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, May 4, 1811 Pg. 3 has a comparatively large illustrated ad for a "Wire Manufactory" with text. Ftpg. illustrated umbrella ad. Very nice shape.
Item #151646
August 30, 1880
STOCKTON DAILY INDEPENDENT, Stockton, California, Aug. 30, 1880 Has news of the day and many ads. Generally nice condition.
Item #151644
February 18, 1869
WATCHMAN & REFLECTOR, Boston, Feb. 18, 1869 Mostly religious-related content. Non-religious content on the bkpg., plus various ads. Rejoined at the spine, otherwise good.
Item #151624
June 28, 1888
THE CUBA PATRIOT, Cuba, N.Y., June 28, 1888 Nice, one column heads on the ftpg: "HARRISON AND MORTON" "A Winning Ticket" "Indiana and New York Linked in the Ticket for Victory" "Wildest Enthusiasm All Over The Country", and just below these heads is an endorsement for the Harrison-Morton ticket. Includes results from the eight ballots and the text of the Republican platform. Light vertical rubbing... See More
Andrew Johnson signs the veto...
Item #151623
June 26, 1868
THE NEW-YORK TIMES, June 26, 1868 Ftpg. heads: "Washington" "The President's Message Vetoing the Southern States Bill" "The Bill Passed Over the Veto by Both Houses". Among the legislative business listed in the text is word that: "The Senate then passed the Omnibus bill over the President's veto by a vote of 35 to 8." Includes the text of Johnson's ve... See More
Item #151620
April 07, 1804
NEW-YORK HERALD, Apr. 7, 1804 The front page has a letter of appeal and a "Memorial" to the House of Representatives from Samuel Chase with regard to his impeachment. The memorial concludes on pg. 2. Both are signed in type: Samuel Chase. Minor rubbing on the ftpg., stray writing above the masthead, and a few traces of foxing.
Item #151618
July 07, 1892
ALLEGANY COUNTY REPORTER newspaper from Wellsville, N.Y., dated July 7, 1892. See the photo below for the front page, one column article headed: "THE MILL WORKERS" "Come Off Victorious at Homestead, Pa." and the article includes an illus. of Andrew Carnegie as well. The text takes just over a full column. You get the complete issue in very nice condition and a bit or browning at the margins.
Item #151616
January 12, 1893
ALLEGANY COUNTY REPORTER newspaper from Wellsville, New York, dated Jan. 12, 1893. See the photo below for the beginning of an article which is on the front page and is headed: "The Cherokee Strip" with talk of purchasing it, which would eventually become the state of Oklahoma. This article, and another smaller one which follows, take about one-third of a column. Also on this front page is an arti... See More
Item #151612
March 01, 1845
NEW YORK SPECTATOR newspaper dated March 1, 1845. See the photo below for the interesting illustrated ad which appears on page 4 of this issue, for "Dr. Stephenson's Eye & Ear Infirmary". Unusual item. You get the complete 4 page issue in nice condition save for some edge tears and a waterstain in the lower one-third--neither of which affect the mentioned ad.
Item #151611
March 28, 1829
NATIONAL GAZETTE & LITERARY REGISTER newspaper from Phila. dated Mar. 28 1829. See the photo below for the very nice & quite unusual illustrated advertisement for Rodgers Table Fork, with details. Fascinating! You get the complete, 4 page issue which is in nice condition.
Item #151609
March 04, 1866
THE NEW-YORK TIMES, Mar. 4, 1866 Under "Amusements" on pg. 7 has a listing for the "Winter Garden" presenting "Edwin Booth in his great role of Armand Jean Du Plessius, Cardinal Duke De Richelieu in Sir Bulwer Lytton's play of Richelieu" and in a Special "Grand Hamlet Matinee": "Mr. Edwin Booth...in his grand role of Hamlet." Occasional light foxing, mostly in the margins.
Item #151606
November 09, 1856
PORTER'S SPIRIT OF THE TIMES ,Nov. 9,1856 An early sporting journal subtitled: "A Chronicle of the Turf, Field Sports, Literature and the Stage." Taking nearly a fullpg. inside are the lyrics and music for the "Lager Bier Song." Small tears at the top affect each leaf, otherwise good.
Item #151598
August 23, 1865
NEW-YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, Aug. 23, 1865 Ftpg. heads: "Jeff. Davis" "Statements Of His Counsel" "Nothing Known as to the Trial" & "The Trial Of Wirz" "Motion To Quash The Charges Denied" "The Prisoner Pleads 'Not Guilty' " & more. Two areas of light staining.
Item #151593
September 18, 1877
CLEVELAND DAILY HERALD, Sept. 18, 1877 Ftpg. heads include: "Nez Perces" "Surrounded by Colonel Sturgis Assisted By Howard and Merritt" "The Crow Indians Prove Loyal to the United States." Good condition.
Item #151591
January 08, 1816
CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, Jan. 8, 1816 Taking 2 columns on pg. 2 is: "The Close Of Revolution And The Close Of The Year. Addressed To The Readers Of The Connecticut Mirror" being the carrier's address. Good.
Item #151587
February 19, 1876
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT, New York, Feb. 19, 1876 Nice ftpg. illustration of the "Woman's Pavilion" at the Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia takes nearly half a page. Nice condition.
Item #151586
April 02, 1835
PATRIOT AND DEMOCRAT EXTRA, Hartford, Conn., Apr. 2, 1835 Contains political content relative to upcoming state elections. Fold wear on the first leaf causes a few small holes, plus fold foxing, mostly to the ftpg.
Item #151578
PACIFIC CHURCHMAN, San Francisco, 1873. Has religious-related news and content, and some ads. Some fold wear and light foxing to the ftpg., but otherwise nice. Provides a rather interesting perspective during this formative "Wild West" period. The actual date you will receive may be different, but the issue will have the look and condition of the one shown, and wi... See More
Item #151569
October 24, 1891
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Oct. 24, 1891 The ftpg. has six illustrations: "Transportation Of Grain In The United States--The Armour Elevator" in Chicago. Good condition.
Item #151566
February 22, 1877
CLEVELAND LEADER newspaper dated Feb. 22, 1877. See the photo below for the two illustrated Optician ads which appear on page 7 of this 8 page issue, both of which are illustrated. You get the complete issue in nice condition.
Item #151562
June 01, 1883
MORNING LIGHT, (New York), June 1883 Literary content for young people with a nice masthead and several illustrations. Top of an inside page has a bit of wear, otherwise good. Quarto-size with 8 pgs. Uncut.
Item #151560
September 03, 1868
THE ERIE GAZETTE, Pennsylvania, September 3, 1868 This newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rags when making newsprint at that time.
This 4 page issue contains various news of the day and several interesting advertisements giving a glimpse as to what life was like shortly after the Civil War.
Great railway tunnel...
Item #151545
September 26, 1891
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Sept. 26, 1891 The ftpg. has six illus. of: "The Great Railway Tunnel Under The St. Clair River, Between The United States And Canada." More inside. Good condition.
Indians... Murder and Arson...
Item #151527
July 15, 1878
THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, July 15, 1878 Ftpg. heads include: "Indians On The Rampage" "Murder And Arson" "Three Miners Killed and a Station Burned by Retreating Redskins--Howard Follows the Fleeing Savages--Two Lodges of Cheyennes on the War Path" & more. Browned a bit at the edges.
P.T Barnum...
Item #151525
THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, August, September, 1874 See the inset for the nice, nearly half column ad for "P. T Barnum's Great Roman Hippodrome" that includes a nice woodcut of Mr. Barnum. Ad appears on an inside page or the bkpg. Good shape. PLEASE NOTE the photo is an example of what you will recieve. This issue will be different in date, but similar in content and condi... See More
Item #151514
January 01, 1859
HALL'S JOURNAL OF HEALTH, New York, January, 1859 Contains tips and anecdotes for healthy living, plus various topical reports. Octavo-size, 12 pgs. browned a bit, otherwise good. A volume I issue.
Assassin Guiteau illustration...
Item #151509
November 30, 1881
THE DAILY DENVER TIMES, Nov. 30, 1881 Ftpg. has: "Guiteau's Inspiration---He Details His Movements and Describes His Feelings Prior to the Assassination." A pg. 2 woodcut measuring 4 1/2 by 4 1/4 inches shows: "Mrs. Scoville, Guiteau's Brother, Guiteau, Mr. Scoville" with the caption reading: "Guiteau in Court---'I am my own Counsel.' " Light, but sweeping dampstaining line at the top, in the... See More
Item #151489
THE PITTSBURGH RECORDER, Pennsylvania, 1822 Here is a volume one issue of a quite uncommon and very early octavo-size newspaper. Seems to be a primarily religious, although some other items as well. A 16 page issue, various foxing throughout, measures 5 by 8-1/2 inches. Very difficult to find a periodical from Pittsburgh before the Civil War, let alone this early.
Nice news of the day...
Item #151459
August 03, 1872
ROCHESTER DEMOCRAT AND CHRONICLE, Aug. 3, 1872 An uncommon title with news of the day, topical reports and ads. A few traces of foxing, otherwise in good condition.
Item #151454
February 08, 1878
THE DAILY GRAPHIC illustrated newsppaer dated Feb. 8, 1878. See the photo below for the nice full page print captioned: "Constantinople From Galata--View Showing the Golden Horn and the Bridge. This print measures about 12 by 18 1/2 inches and is in very nice condition. Other leaves in this issue have various tears. A displayable print!
Item #151443
December 02, 1876
CLEVELAND WEEKLY HERALD, Dec. 2, 1876 The bkpg. has a bold, fullpg. ad for "The Herald". Pg. 9 has a calendar, taking more than a halfpg., for the upcoming year of 1877. Good condition.
Item #151435
May 02, 1867
NEW YORK TIMES newspaper dated May 2, 1867. See the photo below for the interesting advertisement which appears on page 7 of this issue, promoting "Griffin & Christy's Minstrels", with a few particulars. You get the complete 8 page issue in nice condition.
Item #151425
May 05, 1873
LESLIE'S TAG FUR TAG, N.Y., May 5, 1873 An illustrated tabloid-type paper totally in the German language. Many edge tears, some into text with loss. Uncommon.
Item #151423
May 08, 1877
WARREN MAIL from Warren, Pennsylvania, May 8, 1877 This newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rags when making newsprint at that time. This 4 page issue contains news of the day and several interesting advertisements which show what life was like in the 1870's.
Item #151416
THE STAR , London, England, 1813 This newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rags when making newsprint at that time.This 4 page issue contains news of the day and various interesting advertisements which give a sense of what life was like during the War of 1812. This issue has a partial red-ink stamps on the upper right hand corner. See!
Item #151411
July 03, 1811
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL EXTRA newspaper from Boston, dated July 3, 1811. The entire 4 page issue is taken up with "Hon. Robert Smith's Address to the People of The United States" concerning his resignation as Secretary of State. Issue was never trimmed, measures about 10 1/2 by 15 1/2 inches. Very nice condition.
Item #151405
July 09, 1884
SUPPLEMENT TO THE TIMES, Chicago, July 9, 1884 Ftpg. reports from the 1st day of the Democratic National Convention with other news and topical reports as well. Small hole at the fold juncture, some fold wear. Four pgs.
Sitting Bull...
Item #151390
March 21, 1878
THE ALLEGANY COUNTY REPORTER, Wellsville, New York, Mar. 21, 1878 A brief pg. 2 report "Sitting Bull Heard From" says, contrary to earlier reports, that he "...and his people are not on the verge of starvation..." and that "...he is preparing for another war next spring, and will be joined as soon as he crosses the border, by all the roving and disaffected Indians in... See More
Stock Yard paper... Nice advertisements for displaying...
Item #151353
June 17, 1880
DROVERS JOURNAL SUPPLEMENT, Union Stock Yards, Chicago, Illinois, June 17, 1880, A folio-size single sheet with "Stock Yard" news and many advertisements. Small tears are mended with archival tape, otherwise generally good. Very displayable.
Beecher-Tilton affair...
Item #151350
August 03, 1874
ONEIDA CIRCULAR, New York, August 3, 1874 A weekly newspaper published by the Oneida community. Most of the content has religious or literary overtones, however inside the issue is content on the Beecher-Tilton affair and "The Record of the Beechers". The backpage of the issue also contains reports on the postal-car difficulty between the Government and certain railroads. Other new... See More
Item #151349
October 01, 1887
GOLDEN HOURS, NY, Oct. 1887 A quarto-size publication of just 4 pgs. having light literary content for young boys and girls. Some ads as well. A few stains and minor wear.
Displayable masthead... early 19th century...
Item #151335
NEW ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, 1801-1802 A general "newsy" newspaper of the era with a nice woodcut of a soaring Mercury in the masthead. Some light foxing, untrimmed. Actual dates vary, but the issue will be similar in look and condition to that shown, and will date from 1801-1802.
Item #151318
May 14, 1896
LESLIE'S WEEKLY, New York, May 14, 1896 See the photo for the full page of the continuation of the Robert Louis Stevenson story: "Weir of Hermiston", being chapter VII. This story continues over to the next page, and is then continued in a future issue.
You get the complete issue, in nice condition. Nice, early item on R.L. Stevenson!
Item #151312
December 26, 1893
THE WALL STREET DAILY NEWS, New York, Dec. 26, 1893 Has news and reports relating to the Stock Market, plus a supplement page: "Notice of Corporation Meetings, Dividends, &c." Small tear at the spine affects each leaf, rejoined at the spine. Measures 13 1/2 by 10 inches.
Item #151292
July 07, 1860
NEW-YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, July 7, 1860 A page 6 report headed: "From the Pike's Peak Region" gives details about the Indians, the topography, various communities, and the impact of the gold discoveries. Takes nearly a column. In good condition.
Item #151287
February 07, 1814
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Feb. 7, 1814 The last page has an ad for: "Diseases of the Eyes Are Attended To By Joshua Thomas, M. D." Above this a woodcut of an eye. Generally good condition.
Henry Clay for President...
Item #151247
December 20, 1831
NEW YORK SPECTATOR, Dec. 20, 1831 Pg. 2 has a letter signed: H. Clay, concerning his possible nomination for President. More on him on pg. 3 as well. Some scattered foxing, generally nice. Folio-size, 4 pages.
Item #151184
March 01, 1878
NEW-YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, March 1, 1878 The front page has: "The Silver Bill A Law" "Vetoed, But Passed Over The Veto" "Neither House Of Congress Stops To Debate The Bill."
Tears along the spine, edges are browned a bit and somewhat pulpish.
Item #151180
December 22, 1893
THE WALL STREET DAILY NEWS, N.Y., Dec. 22, 1893 Subtitled: "A Daily Journal Devoted To Financial Interests." Measures 13 1/2 by 10 inches with four pgs. Rejoined at the spine, otherwise in nice condition.
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