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Item #150674
July 19, 1826
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 19, 1826 The ftpg. has three "Acts" each signed in type: John Quincy Adams. Dampstaining at the spine, otherwise in generally good condition.
A new gristmill...
Item #597363
August 01, 1826
SALEM GAZETTE, Massachusetts, Aug. 1, 1826 The front page features 4 illustrations of an: "Improved Grist Mill" with much related text. Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, various light staining, otherwise good.
Early Washtenaw County Michigan in 1826....
Item #217457
September 01, 1826
BOSTON RECORDER AND TELEGRAPH, Sept. 1, 1826.
* Early Washtenaw County Michigan - 3,000 inhabitants - Indian territory
On page 3 under Domestic is a brief item: Washtenaw county, in Michigan Territory, which three years ago contained but a single white inhabitant, has now a population of three thousand. Other news of the day includes: "Palestine Mission" "Williams College" "Steam Boa
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* Early Washtenaw County Michigan - 3,000 inhabitants - Indian territory
On page 3 under Domestic is a brief item: Washtenaw county, in Michigan Territory, which three years ago contained but a single white inhabitant, has now a population of three thousand. Other news of the day includes: "Palestine Mission" "Williams College" "Steam Boa
Swiftest steamboat in the world... Robert L. Stevens...
Item #538969
September 08, 1826
BOSTON RECORDER AND TELEGRAPH, Boston, Massachusetts, September 8, 1826
* Steamboat Philadelphia - fastest of its kind
* Harvard Commencement - Luther S. Cushing
Page 3 has a notable report: "The new Steam Boat Philadelphia.--This boat, which was built during the present season...under the supervision of Mr. Robert Stevens, of Hoboken, is the swiftest steam boat in the world. A few days si... See More
First elections in the Florida Territory...
Item #563492
September 15, 1826
BOSTON RECORDER & TELEGRAPH, Boston, Massachusetts, September 15, 1826
* Florida Territory elections for 1st time
Page 3 has a historic report reading, in full:
* An election is to be held in Florida on the first Monday in Oct. for the first time...in that territory. Thirteen members of the Legislative Council are to be chosen, in conformity with the act of Congress of the last sess... See More
Albany, New York population growth...
Item #549751
September 22, 1826
BOSTON RECORDER & TELEGRAPH, Boston, Massachusetts, September 22, 1826
* Albany, New York population growth...
* 19th century original reading...
A page 3 report says that the population of Albany has increased from 12,630 in 1820 to a current population of 17,100. Also states that: "...50 substantial brick houses, a large proportion of three or four stories, h... See More
Early Erie Pennsylvania...
Item #217460
October 06, 1826
BOSTON RECORDER AND TELEGRAPH, Massachusetts, Oct. 6, 1826
* Early Erie Pennsylvania PA census
* Beginnings - 1,000 inhabitants
On page 3 under"Domestic" is a report stating: Erie, Pa., "...30 years ago was a wilderness, and the path of the Indian its only road. Now it has upwards of 1000 inhabitants; and a road leading to Buffalo, Cleveland and Pittsburgh, equal
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* Early Erie Pennsylvania PA census
* Beginnings - 1,000 inhabitants
On page 3 under"Domestic" is a report stating: Erie, Pa., "...30 years ago was a wilderness, and the path of the Indian its only road. Now it has upwards of 1000 inhabitants; and a road leading to Buffalo, Cleveland and Pittsburgh, equal
Much on General Joseph Warren...
Item #682052
October 09, 1826
THE NEW HAMPSHIRE JOURNAL, Concord, Oct. 9, 1826 Most of the front page is taken up with a biographical account of "Major-General Joseph Warren" including a report on his death at the Battle of Bunker Hill. Included is an engraving of his memorial.
Page 3 has: "A Proclamation" by the governor of New Hampshire for a "Day of Thanksgiving, Bravery and Praise". Pag... See More
Execution of Chief McIntosh... Texas and slavery... Slaves set free...
Item #667251
November 04, 1826
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 4, 1826
* Chief William McIntosh execution
* Texas to abolish slavery before American control
* Slave ships captured: slaves set free
A report: "Texas" has text noting: "...the states of Cohuahuilla and Texas had nearly completed their constitutions and that they have determined to abolish slavery in toto; and that all slaves... See More
Prison report...
Item #605343
November 18, 1826
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 18, 1826 Page 2 has an interesting report from the: "Massachusetts State Prison" and an article: "Female Samaritans" (see).
Four pages, nice condition.
Emigration out West in 1826....
Item #219143
November 24, 1826
BOSTON RECORDER AND TELEGRAPH, Nov. 24, 1826.
* Early emigration out West in Missouri
* Early America expanding
On pg. 3 under Domestic is a report stating: ...St. Louis...shows a tide of emigration to the upper part of Missouri. It was stated by a gentleman traveller who arrived at that place...that in the course of two days he fell in with between sixty and seventy wagons. The
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* Early emigration out West in Missouri
* Early America expanding
On pg. 3 under Domestic is a report stating: ...St. Louis...shows a tide of emigration to the upper part of Missouri. It was stated by a gentleman traveller who arrived at that place...that in the course of two days he fell in with between sixty and seventy wagons. The
Among Jefferson's last letters, to Henry Lee...
Item #696793
November 25, 1826
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 25, 1826
* President Thomas Jefferson
* Last letters to Henry Lee
Inside 2 1/2 pages taken up with: "The Late Mr. Jefferson" who passed away nearly 5 months earlier (July 4) which includes a lengthy letter signed: H. Lee. This is followed by a lengthier letter datelined: "Monticello, May 15, 1826" just 1 1/2 months befor... See More
Among Jefferson's last letters, to Henry Lee...
Item #696967
November 25, 1826
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 25, 1826
* President Thomas Jefferson
* Last letters to Henry Lee
Inside 2 1/2 pages taken up with: "The Late Mr. Jefferson" who passed away nearly 5 months earlier (July 4) which includes a lengthy letter signed: H. Lee. This is followed by a lengthier letter datelined: "Monticello, May 15, 1826" just 1 1/2 months befor... See More
Among Jefferson's last letters, to Henry Lee...
Item #696968
November 25, 1826
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 25, 1826 Inside 2 1/2 pages taken up with: "The Late Mr. Jefferson" who passed away nearly 5 months earlier (July 4) which includes a lengthy letter signed: H. Lee. This is followed by a lengthier letter datelined: "Monticello, May 15, 1826" just 1 1/2 months before his death, signed: Th. Jefferson. Then another letter from... See More
Among Jefferson's last letters, to Henry Lee...
Item #696969
November 25, 1826
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 25, 1826
* President Thomas Jefferson
* Last letters to Henry Lee
Inside 2 1/2 pages taken up with: "The Late Mr. Jefferson" who passed away nearly 5 months earlier (July 4) which includes a lengthy letter signed: H. Lee. This is followed by a lengthier letter datelined: "Monticello, May 15, 1826" just 1 1/2 months befor... See More
Religious magazine from Tennessee...
Item #153045
THE CALVINISTIC MAGAZINE, Rogersville, Tennessee, 1827 A very early & uncommon religious magazine from Tennessee. Disbound & without any outer wrappers, the city & state are not noted in the dateline but we have enclosed a photocopy of the volume's title page which includes "Rogersville, Tennessee" as verification.Note that the photo is "generic" and the... See More
Thomas Jefferson in 1827.....
Item #220150
January 03, 1827
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 3, 1827.
* Thomas Jefferson family relief plan
A page 3 item says: The legislature of South Carolina has passed a resolution, appropriating ten thousand dollars of six percent stock, redeemable in 1850, for the relief of the family of THOMAS JEFFERSON. The resolution in the Senate had but three negatives, and in the House of Representatives it pa
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* Thomas Jefferson family relief plan
A page 3 item says: The legislature of South Carolina has passed a resolution, appropriating ten thousand dollars of six percent stock, redeemable in 1850, for the relief of the family of THOMAS JEFFERSON. The resolution in the Senate had but three negatives, and in the House of Representatives it pa
1827 Warren, Rhode Island Newspaper....
Item #213259
January 06, 1827
NORTHERN STAR, AND WARREN AND BRISTOL GAZETTE, Warren, Rhode Island, January 6, 1827
* 1827 Warren Rhode Island
* Original Newspaper
Has general news of the day including: "Florida Lands" "Congress" "To The Unmarried" and more. Many interesting advertisements as well.
A Volume I issue of this uncommon title from the Ocean State. Lite margin staining, otherw
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* 1827 Warren Rhode Island
* Original Newspaper
Has general news of the day including: "Florida Lands" "Congress" "To The Unmarried" and more. Many interesting advertisements as well.
A Volume I issue of this uncommon title from the Ocean State. Lite margin staining, otherw
Magazine lasted just half a year...
Item #599747
January 06, 1827
THE CRYSTAL HUNTER, (New York), Jan. 6, 1827 A very short-lived magazine which began on Dec. 1, 1826 and ended on May 26, 1827, lasting just half a year. This is the volume 1 number 6 issue. It seems to be primarily a literary magazine. Items include: "Murder & Repentance" "Henry IV of France" "Marquis La Fayette" "Rational Recreations For Christm... See More
Military Academy at West Point...
Item #541280
January 11, 1827
NATIONAL JOURNAL, Washington DC, January 11, 1827
* West Point Military Academy
* Band instructor Willis
A page 3 report says that:
* "...Mr. Willis, the leader and instructor of the Band at the Military Academy at West Point arrived in this city, and he...intends giving a Concert this evening. The musical talents of this gentlemen have been universally admired and particularly his... See More
Interesting font for a masthead...
Item #701231
January 20, 1827
LITERARY CADET, Providence, Rhode Island, Jan. 20, 1827 Although the title would suggest it is entirely literary content, there is much news of the day as well. The most interesting feature is the masthead which uses an unusual font for the type.
Four pages, good condition. A volume 1 issue.
General News...
Item #201664
February 03, 1827
NORTHERN STAR, AND WARREN AND BRISTOL GAZETTE, Warren, R.I., Feb. 3, 1827 A volume I issue (number 50) of this uncommon title. Has national and state legislative business, brief news items and ads. Lite wear, bit of stray writing in the margin above the masthead, minor ink stain, some lite staining in the margins, lite foxing.
Nice Ads... Literary Content...
Item #638905
February 10, 1827
LITERARY CADET, & SATURDAY EVENING BULLETIN, Providence, 1827 As the name implies, the content is mostly literary with some ads as well. Some spine wear. Foxing. Folio-size with four pages. In generally good condition.
The first of this title we have encountered...
Item #695440
February 24, 1827
BOSTON SPECTATOR, AND LADIES ALBUM, Feb . 24, 1827 This is the volume 2, number 8 issue of a title which began on Jan. 7, 1826. It contains an eclectic mix of articles from "Conquest of Perus" to "A Leaf from the Journal of a Dandy".
Eight pages, ornate lettering in the masthead, 10 by 12 3/4 inches, good condition.
Item #150932
April 05, 1827
MANUFACTURER'S & FARMER'S JOURNAL, April 5, 1827. A front page "Act" making appropriations for the purchase of books for the Library of Congress is signed in type: John Quincy Adams. Area of foxing, more so in masthead, otherwise good condition.
1827 Brattleboro, Vermont...
Item #551605
April 06, 1827
BRATTLEBORO MESSENGER, Brattleboro, Vermont, April 6, 1827
* Brattleboro, Vermont
* Uncommon title
This 4 page newspaper has news of the day with several interesting advertisements throughout.
Foxing with little fold wear, otherwise good.
Religious & temperance themed...
Item #699146
April 13, 1827
BOSTON RECORDER & TELEGRAPH, April 13, 1827 Primarily a religious newspaper but other news & ads as well. Among the articles: "On Religious Ignorance" "Indiana, The Country for Christian Effort & the Field of Hope" "Promotion of Temperance" "Jews In Prussia" and more.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Item #221099
April 27, 1827
Unknown Title dated April 27, 1827. (print only)
The is a advertisement print for the New-York Goose and Gridiron Refectory, No. 7 Park. The print size is approximately 2.5 x 2.75 inches and the overall matted size approximately is 6.5 x 6.75 inches. The matting color is a medium shade of green/grey color.
Goose and Gridiron in 1827
Item #219430
May 04, 1827
NEW-YORK AMERICAN, May 4, 1827.
* Goose and Gridiron
A page 3 notice for The New-York Goose and Gridiron Refectory states that the owner has returned to his old stand and is ready to serve the public. Includes a small engraving of a goose on a flatiron. News of the day includes: "Police" "Virginia Elections" and more. Some edge wear, foxing spot in unrelated content, otherwise in g
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* Goose and Gridiron
A page 3 notice for The New-York Goose and Gridiron Refectory states that the owner has returned to his old stand and is ready to serve the public. Includes a small engraving of a goose on a flatiron. News of the day includes: "Police" "Virginia Elections" and more. Some edge wear, foxing spot in unrelated content, otherwise in g
Early Springfield, Massachusetts....
Item #545662
May 18, 1827
BOSTON RECORDER & TELEGRAPH, Boston, Massachusetts, May 18, 1827
* Early Springfield, Massachusetts...
* Population...
A page 3 report about Springfield, Mississippi, says the population there is 5764. The report continues, mentioning that: "...Within 10 years, 4 spacious and elegant houses of public worship have been erected; also 53 dwelling houses, and 12 s... See More
John Quincy Adams...
Item #542294
June 19, 1827
NATIONAL JOURNAL, Washington D.C., June 19, 1827
* President John Quincy Adams testimonies
Page 2 has an ad headed: "Wanted--300 Cords Of Wood". Ad says proposals "...will be received by the Superintendent of the Treasury Building..." for 150 cords each of Ash and Black Jack wood, plus a few other details.
On pg. 3 under an engraving of an eagle and shield are five ... See More
Aliens from Mexico...
Item #217621
July 10, 1827
NATIONAL JOURNAL, Washington, July 10, 1827 On the front page under a woodcut of an eagle and shield is a State Department notice stating in part: "Whereas, in the regulations published in the city of Mexico, by order of the Government, no foreigner can pass the frontier, or land in any ports of the Republic, or travel thence into the interior, without a regular passport, issued
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See the masthead...
Item #598883
July 11, 1827
MIDDLESEX GAZETTE, Middletown, Connecticut, July 11, 1827 This issue features an ornate masthead with an eagle (see). Page 2 has; "Commemoration by the Africans". Other news & ads of the day.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Early shark fishing...
Item #548067
July 13, 1827
BOSTON RECORDER & TELEGRAPH, Massachusetts, July 13, 1827
* Early shark fishing
Page 3 has a report: "A New Haven papers says, that 17 large sharks were taken in that harbor July 2d, at one haul in a seine for taking white fish..." plus mention that most of the white fish escaped because of the damage to the nets caused by the sharks.
Other news of the day includes: &quo... See More
Early illustrated bathtub advertisement...
Item #204720
July 18, 1827
LITERARY CADET & RHODE iSLAND STATESMAN, Providence, July 18, 1827 See the photo below for the interesting, illustrated advertisement for a "Warm Bath" with further text, and the print of a man in an 1820's-style bath tub. Complete in 4 pages, various news of the day plus many other ads as well. Some tears at the edges and some browning, generally nice as never bound nor trimmed.
John Quincy Adams in 1827...
Item #217698
July 19, 1827
NATIONAL JOURNAL, Washington, July 19, 1827.
* John Quincy Adams original land acts from the nation's capital newspaper
On the front page under a woodcut of an eagle and shield are two acts concerning the sale of public lands, each signed in type: John Quincy Adams. Other news of the day with a few advertisements. Bit of stray writing above the masthead, otherwis in nice conditi
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* John Quincy Adams original land acts from the nation's capital newspaper
On the front page under a woodcut of an eagle and shield are two acts concerning the sale of public lands, each signed in type: John Quincy Adams. Other news of the day with a few advertisements. Bit of stray writing above the masthead, otherwis in nice conditi
Item #545214
July 20, 1827
BOSTON RECORDER & TELEGRAPH, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated July 20, 1827. Page 3 features a report * Hampton Beach--A Hotel has been erected on Boat's Head, near Hampton Beach, in New Hampshire... similar...to ...the Hotel at Nahant ....On the 4th of July...300 persons were provided a... sumptuous dinner at the hotel
Other news of the day includes: "Indians In Canada" "S... See More
1827 Frontier Posts Inspected....
Item #212932
September 18, 1827
AMERICAN MERCURY, Hartford, Sept. 18, 1827.
* Frontier Posts
*1827 Hartford Connecticut
A page 3 letter under General Orders discusses the recent military inspection of the frontier posts south and west of the Hudson River, and the Lower Lakes, by the General Chief of the Army, mentioning his sentiments of proud satisfaction, signed in type: R. Jones, the Adjutant General. Other news o
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* Frontier Posts
*1827 Hartford Connecticut
A page 3 letter under General Orders discusses the recent military inspection of the frontier posts south and west of the Hudson River, and the Lower Lakes, by the General Chief of the Army, mentioning his sentiments of proud satisfaction, signed in type: R. Jones, the Adjutant General. Other news o
1827 Fire Engines....
Item #212985
September 24, 1827
CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, Sept. 24, 1827.
* 1827 Fire Engines
* Hartford Connecticut
Page 2 has a report from a Windsor, (Vt.) Journal: Coopers Patent Rotative Fire Engine. Other news of the day includes: "Counterfeit Notes" "Destructive Fire" "The Frigate Hussar" and more. Several interesting advertisements as well. 4 pages in nice condition.
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* 1827 Fire Engines
* Hartford Connecticut
Page 2 has a report from a Windsor, (Vt.) Journal: Coopers Patent Rotative Fire Engine. Other news of the day includes: "Counterfeit Notes" "Destructive Fire" "The Frigate Hussar" and more. Several interesting advertisements as well. 4 pages in nice condition.
Exploring the Yellowstone region... Red Jacket no longer chief...
Item #677268
October 06, 1827
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Oct. 6, 1827 Page 4 has: "Red Jacket Deposed", being an article on the end of the famous Seneca Indian chief reign. The article notes in part: "...that the long celebrated chief Red Jacket has been deposed by his brethren & associates...He has been for a long time extremely dissipated and in every respect morally worthless. He is abou... See More
Early from Cincinnati... Objections to Jackson as President...
Item #688001
October 24, 1827
DAILY CINCINNATI GAZETTE, Ohio, October 24, 1827
* Volume 1 issue
An early newspaper from the city known as the "Queen of the West". This is the volume I, number 104 issue.
Page 2 has: "Declaration of Objections to the Election of General Andrew Jackson to the Chief Magistracy of these United States". A wealth of ads, many illustrated.
Four pages, nice condition.... See More
Descriptive of the Harmony Society...
Item #685028
October 27, 1827
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Oct. 27, 1827 Inside has a half column article headed: "The Harmonists" which notes in part that: "Their settlement is situated on the northern bank of the Ohio river...18 miles below Pittsburg...there are now in Economy 750 inhabitants..." with a nice description of the town. Near the end is: "...The authority of Mr. Rapp over ... See More
Early Tightrope Walking Ad 1827...
Item #215438
November 10, 1827
NATIONAL JOURNAL, Washington, Nov. 10, 1827.
* Early tightrope walking (funambulism) ad
* Mr. Villalave
* Early tightrope walking (funambulism) ad
* Mr. Villalave
Page 3 has a notice for a performance by Mr. Villalave and Company at the Washington Theatre. Has details about the performances, plus a woodcut of a tight rope walker doing a juggling routine. News of the day includes: "The Presidency" "Pennsylvania" "Important From Ver
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On the new town of Manayunk, Pennsylvania...
Item #715570
December 01, 1827
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 1, 1827
* "Flat Rock" becomes Manayunk, Philadelphia
Page 2 has an interesting article headed: "Manayunk", previously known as Flat Rock, which is a nice article on this town just north of Philadelphia.
It notes: "This new village at 'Flat Rock' on the Schuylkill, near Phila., has five cotton mills...e... See More
The state-of-the-union address by John Quincy Adams...
Item #578244
December 12, 1827
ZION'S HERALD, Boston, December 12, 1827
* President John Quincy Adams
* Annual address
Page 3 contains: "President's Message" which is the annual state-of-the-union address which is signed by him in type at its conclusion: John Quincy Adams.
Complete with 4 pages, 14 1/2 by 21 inches, and a bit of foxing. Otherwise in nice condition.... See More
Large map... unusual wedding ceremony...
Item #590332
December 18, 1827
NEW YORK AMERICAN, New York, December 18, 1827 Page two of this issue contains a 7 1/2 x 5 1/2 map "Explanation of the Diagram" pertaining to the Harbor of Navarino and the Line of Battle during the Greek War for Independence.
Also on the same page is a very unusual wedding ceremony.
Other news and numerous advertisements, many with illustrations, are within.
Complete in four pa... See More
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.
By the Quakers...
Item #153059
THE FRIEND, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1828. A small-size Quaker newspaper subtitled: "A Religious and Literary Journal" which pretty much describes its contents. 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 approximately 11x 9 inches and containing 8 pages.
Short-lived campaign newspaper to electd Andrew Jackson...
Item #153124
UNITED STATES' TELEGRAPH--EXTRA, Washington, 1828 This was a campaign journal "...devoted exclusively to the Presidential election..." as stated in the masthead. It was published by Duff Green, who had come to Washington to establish a newspaper to promote the candidacy of Andrew Jackson. Mott says, "Green proved to be of the hard-hitting politician type of editor.&q... See More
With sports reporting...
Item #153266
BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, & SPORTING CHRONICLE, London, 1828 An interesting four page newspaper with a wide range of content, including news of the day and various sporting events. Several illustrations within.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 16 by 24 inches, wear at edges, li... See More
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