Issues for under $50
Issues for under $50
Bookselling & newspaper publishing in America...
Item #679580
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1796 Included is a very interesting article titled: "Present State of Printing and Bookselling in America" which is great for our hobby as there is talk of newspaper printing as well, including; "...people of North America manufacture their own paper...The newspapers of Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, and Mary... See More
Signed by John Jay...
Item #677450
November 02, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Nov. 2, 1796 Page 3 has over 1 1/2 columns taken up with the: "Governor's Speech" signed by him in type: John Jay.
The back page has five notices for the sale of land, most in the "West", two from the Northwest Territory.
Four pages, great condition.
Federal election reports...
Item #636120
November 09, 1796
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 9, 1796 The front page is taken up with various reports from Europe, with further reports on pages 2 & 3. Page 3 also has reports headed: "Federal Election".
The back page has: "Anecdote of Gen. Buonaparte" and various ads, including one headed: "75 Dollars Reward--Stop Thief and Runaway" with much d... See More
Helena Barclay death....
Item #583201
November 12, 1796
THE WEEKLY MUSEUM, New York, Nov. 12, 1796 Although mostly literary item, page 3 is mostly taken up with news reports, including a black-bordered report of the death of Helena Barclay. Four pages, 9 1/2 by 12 inches, very nice condition.
John Adams & Sam Adams...
Item #665518
November 19, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 19, 1796
* Textual sketch of the president
The front page has a biography of John Adams. Page 2 has a message addressed to the state legislature concerning the postponement of their adjournment "...to transact the business...respecting the elections of a President and Vice-President of the United States of America..." signed in typ
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* Textual sketch of the president
The front page has a biography of John Adams. Page 2 has a message addressed to the state legislature concerning the postponement of their adjournment "...to transact the business...respecting the elections of a President and Vice-President of the United States of America..." signed in typ
The King pardons deserters...
Item #646941
November 29, 1796
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 29, 1796 Half of the ftpg. text is taken up with: "By the King, A PROCLAMATION For Pardoning such Deserters from His Majesty's Marine Forces as shall return into His Majesty's Service on or Before the 31st Day of December...".
Twelve pages, 7 3/4 by 11 3/4 inches, good condition.
Two documents signed by Sam Adams...
Item #596595
November 30, 1796
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 32, 1796 Yes, that's the date on the newspaper (see). Page 3 has an "Address" to the Mass. Senate & House, signed in type: Samuel Adams (see), and another "Resolve" by the Mass. legislature also signed: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, decorative masthead, very nice condition.... See More
From the last year of Washington's administration...
Item #697024
December 03, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Dec. 3, 1796
* During George Washington's administration
A very typical late 18th century American newspaper with a good mix of news reports of the day and advertisements. A fine opportunity for an early newspaper at a low price.
Four pages, very nice condition.
18th century Baltimore...slave advertisements...
Item #688555
December 21, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 21, 1796
* Rare 18th century American title
* (5) slaves related advertisements
The full ftpg. is taken up with ads including 5 illustrated ship ads & 4 slave related ads. The back page has another slave ad. (see) Also a land for sale for the Washington D.C. area.
Four pages, some light staining, minor margin wear, generally ... See More
Item #208504
THE MORNING CHRONICLE, London, 1797 A nice folio size newspaper of four pages, and one of the more popular & successful newspapers in London from the 18th century. Various news of the day, primarily British but European items as well, with many ads also. The back page has a partial red-inked tax stamp. Nice condition.The photo is "generic" however the issue you receive will have a ... See More
Reports from the federal congress...
Item #669090
January 25, 1797
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Jan. 25, 1797 Over half of the front page has reports from Congress headed: "Proceedings of the Columbian Federal Congress" carrying over to take three-quarters of page 2 as well.
Four pages, a few indents at margins, minor foxing, good condition.
Item #629180
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1797 A generic issue with no content with writing about. Includes both plates called for.Complete in 88 pages, full title/contents page with an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 inches, nice condition.
This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. ... See More
From Washington's administration... Sale of land in the Northwest...
Item #697917
February 01, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Feb. 1, 1797 A very nice newspaper from the closing weeks of George Washington's administration. John Adams would be inaugurated on March 4.
The back page has over a full column taken up with a detailed report concerning the sale of: "Lands of the United States" which are: "...in the territory northwest of the river Ohio, a... See More
From Washington's administration...
Item #698146
February 04, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Feb. 4, 1797 A very nice newspaper from the closing weeks of George Washington's administration. John Adams would be inaugurated on March 4.
The back page has an item from Albany concerning Philip Schuyler being elected as Senator of the U.S., to take the place of Aaron Burr.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Laws to be effective in the new state of Tennessee..
Item #669092
February 15, 1797
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Feb. 15, 1797 Page 2 has various reporting from Congress including talk on making the laws of the United States enforceable in Tennessee, which had recently joined the union.
Four pages, some fold wear, bit close-trimmed at some margins.
Much on politics...
Item #611816
February 27, 1797
AMERICAN MERCURY, Hartford, Feb. 27, 1797
* Early American title
All of pages 1 & 2 are taken up with: "Documents Which Accompanied the Message of the President...to Both Houses of Congress", continued from a previous issue. Page 3 has more on this, as well as: "War In India!"
Four pages, foxing at the folds, period notations at the very top. ... See More
Item #629178
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1797 A generic issue with no content with writing about. Includes all 3 plates called for.Complete in 88 pages, full title/contents page with an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 inches, nice condition.
This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. ... See More
Signed by Governor Sam Adams...
Item #669093
March 22, 1797
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR THE WORCESTER GAZETTE, March 22, 1797 Beginning on the front page & ending on pg. 4 signed: Samuel Adams is "An Act ...Respecting Highways" in the state of Mass. Page 2 has: "Slave Trade"
Four pages, good condition.
Item #629167
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1797 A generic issue with no content with writing about. Includes all 3 plates called for.Complete in 96 pages, full title/contents page with an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 inches, nice condition.
This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. ... See More
Working with the Indians...
Item #676840
April 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, April, 1797 The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back three pages contain news items of the day. The news reports include some talk of a treaty with the Indians.
Certainly one of the less common 18th century American magazine titles, existing from just 1790 to 1797.
No plates are present.
Complete in 56 pag... See More
Working with the Indians...
Item #676841
April 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, April, 1797 The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back three pages contain news items of the day. The news reports include some talk of a treaty with the Indians.
Certainly one of the less common 18th century American magazine titles, existing from just 1790 to 1797.
No plates are present.
Complete in 56 pag... See More
Napoleon... A ladies' academy..
Item #696655
April 01, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, April 1, 1797 The front page begins with a lengthy letter signed in type: Buonaparte, written to his "Executive Directory". Inside includes ads for a "Ladies Academy" and a runway Negro woman headed: "Twenty Dollars Reward".
Four pages, very nice condition.
Frigate United States' launch is delayed... Buonaparte Proclamation...
Item #677511
April 29, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, April 29, 1797 Page 2 has a report from Philadelphia noting; "The launch of the United States frigate, which was reported to be intended for tomorrow, will not take place till some future day..." with more detail.
The back page has a: "Proclamation" signed in type: Buonaparte concerning his victories in Italy.
Four pages,... See More
18th century NYC....
Item #595459
May 13, 1797
THE WEEKLY MUSEUM, New York, May 13, 1797 Although it does have some news of the day this is primarily a literary paper. The front page has; "The Dangers of Delay" and inside has: "Summary of Foreign Intelligence" along with reports datelined from Kingston, Jamaica, Charleston, New Providence, and Richmond.
Four pages, 9 1/2 by 12 inches, generally good.
Thomas Jefferson and John Adams...
Item #677516
May 27, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, May 27, 1797 Page 3 has 1 1/2 columns taken up with a speech prefaced with: "Yesterday...the senate...waited on the President...at his house, when the Vice-President presented the following answer to his address to both houses, at the opening of the session:" The address begins: "Sir, The senate of the United States request you ... See More
British daily news...
Item #565263
THE MORNING CHRONICLE, London, England, May 29, 1797 A nice folio size newspaper of four pages, and one of the more popular & successful newspapers in London from the 18th century.Various news of the day, primarily British but European items as well, with many ads also. Nice condition save for a little close cut along the bottom margin.
Thomas Paine writes to George Washington...
Item #673433
June 01, 1797
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, England, June, 1797
* Thomas Paine and George Washington
Includes an interesting article: "Inconsistencies in Thomas Paine's Writings Pointed Out" which is a letter taking over a full page, beginning: "I should not have troubled you with any remarks upon a letter, which made its appearance some months ago, addressed to George Washington,... See More
Settling the Natchez area... Albany's North Dutch Church...
Item #676882
June 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, June, 1797 The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back several pages contain news items of the day. Among the news reports is content concerning settlement in the Natchez vicinity. Also a report of the laying of the cornerstone of what is now known as the First Reformed Church in Albany, or the North Dutch Churc... See More
18th century America....
Item #593957
June 24, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 24, 1797 Inside has various news reports from both Europe & America, as well as news items from Congress. Pages 3 & 4 are mostly taken up with ads.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Shipwreck in the St. Lawrence River...
Item #629183
July 01, 1797
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, England, July, 1797 Under "Review of New Publications" is one work: "Gravels in North America by M. Crespel, with a Narrative of his Shipwreck & Extraordinary Hardships & Sufferings on the Island of Anticosti..." which is at the entrance of the St. Lawrence River in Canada.
Included are both full page plates called for, one of ... See More
Ad for a whip and cane manufactory...
Item #684612
July 07, 1797
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Maryland, July 7, 1797 The back page has an ad for a: "Whip and Cane Manufactory" who makes not only these items by billiard balls as well. Much detail provided.
Four pages, one margin slightly irregular, good condition.
Spaniards & Indians on the frontier...
Item #669097
July 19, 1797
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 19, 1797
* President John Adams
The front page has the: "Message of the President of the United States to both Houses of Congress..." regarding the Spaniards & Indians on the frontier, signed in type: John Adams. Page 2 has much reporting on the: "Proceedings of the Columbian Federal Congress".
Four pag... See More
Item #629185
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1797 A generic issue with no content with writing about. Includes both plates called for.Complete in 88 pages, full title/contents page with an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 inches, nice condition.
This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907. ... See More
Foreign currency will no longer be legal tender in the United States...
Item #676885
August 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, August, 1797 The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back several pages contain news items of the day.
Among the articles is an interesting one: "Improvements Suggested in Female Education" which takes nearly 3 pages.
Near the back is: "A PROCLAMATION" signed in type by the President, John A... See More
Foreign currency will no longer be legal tender in the United States...
Item #676886
August 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, August, 1797 The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back several pages contain news items of the day.
Among the articles is an interesting one: "Improvements Suggested in Female Education" which takes nearly 3 pages.
Near the back is: "A PROCLAMATION" signed in type by the President, John A... See More
Honor bestowed upon President John Adams...
Item #676971
August 30, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 30, 1797 Page 2 has a "Tribute of Respect" from the American Academy of Arts & Sciences written: "To John Adams, L.L.D., President of the United States of America" concerning an honor given to him. This is followed boy: "The President's Answer", signed in script type: John Adams.
Four pages, a bit irregular at the blank ... See More
Getting the Spanish to leave Natchez...
Item #677327
September 20, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Sept. 20, 1797 Page 3 has a nice report prefaced with: "The Following State of the Negociation relative to the American and Spanish Limits..." which concerning the Spanish leaving Natchez.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
Detailed review of the militia...
Item #676962
September 27, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 27, 1797
* General William Hull
* United States military
Page 2 has an interesting article: "Review Of Militia" commanded by Major-General Hull, with various particulars. The back page features 14 illustrated ship ads.
Four pages, nice condition.... See More
Natchez and Fort Recovery...
Item #676964
October 07, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 7, 1797 Page 2 has a report: "From Presque Isle (on Lake Erie)...that Ensign Callender had arrived there with information that the inhabitants of the Nartches [Natchez] had rebelled & hoisted the tri-coloured flag. That a detachment of Federal troops had been marched against them & that the Indians had been defeated in an attempt to take Fort Rec... See More
Yellow Fever ravages cities in the United States...
Item #629187
November 01, 1797
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, England, November, 1797 Near the back is a brief bit of news headed: "America" which reports on the: "...horrid ravages lately made by the Yellow Fever in Philadelphia, Baltimore, new Providence, etc., etc..." with ore (see).
Included are both full page plates called for.
Complete in 88 pages, full title/contents page with an engraving of S... See More
A pirate ship captured...
Item #665528
November 08, 1797
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Nov. 8, 1797 Over half of page 2 is taken up with "An Act of the British Parliament..." for putting into effect the controversial Jay Treaty with the United States (concluded in a future issue).
Page 3 has: "Glorious News" on the capture of a pirate ship which had captured American ships.
Four pages, wide... See More
Lyrics of a song by a captive Indian...
Item #676974
November 08, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 8, 1797
* Indian captive writes song before execution
The back page has the lyrics of a "Song, By a Captive Indian, while his conquerors were preparing for his Death. Written by the Lady of Mr. John Hunter." The front page has: "Tennessee Eloquence".
Also a notice for an exhibit of "The Elephant" & two ads for "P... See More
Very early Andy Jackson...
Item #577842
November 25, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Massachusetts, November 25, 1797 Page 2 contains a brief & inconspicuous item which lists new senators: "Tennessee, Hon. Messrs. Andrew Jackson and Joseph Anderson...". This is likely the earliest mention of Andrew Jackson in a newspaper. He was 30 years old at the time. Other news of the day & many ads, including 9 illustrated ship ads on ... See More
Cottingham Village and Church (1797)...
Item #679578
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1797 A generic issue with no content with writing about. Includes both plates called for, including one showing the Cottingham Church and family monuments. A corresponding article provides considerable details regarding this ancient country village.Complete in 88 pages, full title/contents page with an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 inc... See More
On the Cape Cod Lighthouse...
Item #695903
December 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, December, 1797
* Highland Lighthouse
* North Truro, Massachusetts
* Cape Cod seashore
The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back several pages contain news items of the day.
Among the articles are: "Directions for Observing Cape Cod Light-House" which takes 1 1/2 pages; "Character of Lo... See More
Honoring Horatio Nelson... Wilberforce on slavery...
Item #629229
SUPPLEMENT FOR THE YEAR 1797 for Gentleman's Magazine, England. Within this supplement issue, which was published at the end of the year, is a report beginning: "Mr. Wilberforce said that it were only wasting the time of the House to go to any length into a subject which had already undergone such full & frequent discussions...suffered themselves to be influenced by their feelings; it... See More
Proclamation signed by John Jay...
Item #605650
December 06, 1797
THE SPECTATOR, New York, Dec. 6, 1797 Close to half of the first column of the back page is taken up with: "A Proclamation" concerning state law & prisoners, signed in type by the governor: John Jay.
Four pages, minor loss to an upper corner, never bound nor trimmed, minor foxing.
One of the less common titles from the late 18th century...
Item #121030
THE ANTI-JACOBIN or, WEEKLY EXAMINER, London, 1798 An uncommon newspaper published exclusively during the sitting of Parliament with many Parliamentary reports.Eight pages, 9 by 12 inches, some light staining. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown.
England in the 1790's...
Item #121101
THE ANTI-JACOBIN or, WEEKLY EXAMINER, London, 1798 An uncommon newspaper published exclusively during the sitting of Parliament with many Parliamentary reports.Eight pages, some light staining. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Measures about 12 by 9 inches.
Very uncommon provincial title...
Item #204521
FELIX FARLEY'S BRISTOL JOURNAL, England, 1798 A quite uncommon title
from the 18th century with a nice engraving in the masthead including a
shield and a unicorn. The front page is mostly taken up with ads with
various news of the day inside including military events. This was the
year of the famous Battle of the Nile between England and Napoleon
Buonaparte's army. Some light water staining a... See More
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