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Post-Revolutionary War Boston...
Item #649216
(5) AN EARLY LOT - Five issues of the Columbian Centinel newspaper dating from 1794 to 1799. Each issue is in nice condition (not 2nd-rate). Increasingly rare from the 18th century. News of the day & period ads.
From when Philadelphia was the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #705439
April 03, 1798
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, April 3, 1798 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
Beginning on page 1 and carrying over to page 2 are the latest reports from Congress.
Four pages, wide never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
Did Nelson defeat Buonaparte?
Item #686880
November 14, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 14, 1798 The front page has an address from the Grand Jury of Mass: "To the President of rthe Unitred States, with his: "Answer" signed in type: John Adams.
Page 2 has dispatches noting: "The account of the defeat of Buonaparte by the Arabs is not official...Notwithstanding the numerous accounts of Nelson's victory, there are many who... See More
The Yellow Fever epidemic in America... Horatio Nelson...
Item #700835
November 30, 1798
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Nov. 30, 1798 Page 6 has reports headed: "America" with several reports on the Yellow Fever epidemic in the states, particularly Philadelphia and New York.
Page 5 has a brief item concerning the Battle of the Nile: "Mallet Du Pan states the important consequence of Admiral Nelson's victory, with much perspicuity--He considers it of much... See More
London from 1799...
Item #704440
January 01, 1799
THE SUN, London, England, 1799 A fine issue of a typical late 18th century newspaper, the top of the masthead containing a decorative, red-inked tax stamp. Much news of the day and ads as well.
Four pages, good condition.
Post-Revolutionary War Boston, with John Adams signatures...
Item #649292
(5) COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, lot of 5 issues dating from 1797-1801, each containing at least one John Adams signature. Somewhat 2nd-rate but not damaged. Issues with his signature are increasingly hard to find, and these are priced at a significant discount.
Major General Alexander Hamilton...
Item #704006
October 09, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 9, 1799 Page 3 has a report concerning the construction of a light house at Shell Castle and at Cape Hatteras. Also reports from New York, Pittsfield, Worcester, Boston and Lexington.
The back page has a nice "War Department" notice mentioning that: "All officers...who are...absent from their commands are required...to... See More
On the death of George Washington...
Item #703924
January 11, 1800
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, January 11, 1800 Being less than a month since the death of George Washington, it is not surprising that there is still content relating to him and his death.
Page 2 has several documents from the state of Massachusetts & city of Boston concerning Washington, and also a "Speech" signed by the (acting) governor of Massachusetts, Moses Gill, relating ... See More
Jefferson is--finally--elected President...
Item #703929
March 02, 1801
JENKS' PORTLAND GAZETTE, Maine (still part of Mass. at this time), March 2, 1801 The election of 1800 was a very contentious one, ending with a Jefferson-Burr tie, but after 36 ballots the House of Representatives ultimately chooses Jefferson as president.
Page 3 has that report, headed: "President--Chosen" noting: "In the last Gazette it was predicted that the result
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Six script signatures by President John Adams...
Item #702681
April 25, 1801
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 25, 1801 The front page contains six Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: John Adams, and in block type by the Vice President: Th. Jefferson, making this a displayable newspaper.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Concerns over Jefferson's decision, with his response...
Item #667649
July 28, 1801
NEW ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, July 28, 1801 Page 2 has a "Remonstrance" from the merchants of New Haven on the removal of the tax collector in favor of another. This is followed by: "The President's Reply" which takes over a full column & signed in type: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, fold foxing, good condition.
Displayable masthead... early 19th century...
Item #649304
NEW ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, 1801-1802 A typical "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 sent will be similar in look and condition to that shown, and will date from 1801-1802.
The Louisiana Purchase on the front page...
Item #701192
November 02, 1803
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 2, 1803 The top of the front page has an historic notice headed: "Louisiana Treaty" announcing the ratification of the treaty by the Senate by which the United States acquired the Louisiana Territory, referred to now as the Louisiana Purchase. It lists the names of the senators who voted against the treaty and those who voted in favor of the treaty.... See More
Lewis and Clark return from their historic journey...
Item #702423
November 05, 1806
CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, Nov. 5, 1806 Page 2 begins with a notable report on the arrival of Lewis and Clark in St. Louis, after their 2-1/2 year expedition.
It begins: "It is, with the sincerest pleasure, that we announce to our fellow citizens, the arrival of CAPTAIN LEWIS, with his exploring party, at St. Lewis [sic]. The President has received a letter from him dated at ... See More
From the heart of Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...
Item #559604
(5) UNITED STATES GAZETTE, For The Country, Philadelphia, 1807-1809 A lot of 5 issues offering an interesting insight into the early period of the Jeffersonian era, as the government transitioned away from Federalist policy.Complete in 4 pages, 2nd-rate condition with rubbing, foxing, and staining, but not damaged.
The images show an example of the condition and look of the issu... See More
From Thomas Jefferson's administration...
Item #649276
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1807-1809 A lot of 10 issues of this popular title from the "Hub City". All have the subscriber's name written in the margin above the masthead, some minor edge tears, a few scattered stains, and occasional foxing, but overal, quite nice.
Unusual broadsheet "Extra" issue on Jefferson's final annual address...
Item #711100
November 16, 1808
REPUBLICAN ARGUS--EXTRA, Northumberland, (Pennsylvania), November 16 (printed as October in error), 1808 This is a broadsheet "Extra" edition, with just a small portion of Jefferson's Message appearing on the reverse (see photos).
This was Jefferson's last state of the union address, and is headed: "PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE" followed by the publisher's note: &... See More
Jefferson's last state-of-the-union address...
Item #701328
November 17, 1808
MIDDLESEX GAZETTE, Middletown, Connecticut, Nov. 17, 1808 About three-quarters of page 2 is taken up with Thomas Jefferson's final state-of-the-union address, in which he reflects upon the past year, and his presidency. It is signed in type by him at its conclusion: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, slightly irregular at the blank spine with an archival mend here, nice condition.... See More
Madison's state-of-the-union address to the nation...
Item #702780
December 05, 1809
NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT, Concord, Dec. 5, 1809 Taking nearly 2 columns on page 2 is the: "President's Message" being his annual state-of-the-union address in which he recounts the events of the year, signed in type: James Madison.
Four pages, wide, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
10 issues from James Madison's presidency... Pre-War of 1812...
Item #649289
(10) BOSTON GAZETTE, dated 1810-1811 A lot of ten issues from the early 19th century when James Madison was president. News and advertising of the day provide perspective on this formative period just prior to the War of 1812. Irregular at the spine but without loss of text; some foxing and wear with lite staining, typical for the period. The photo shows an example of the look and cond... See More
The War of 1812... A mini-lot at a reduced price...
Item #649218
(5) A lot of five newspapers of a blend of various folio-size and non-folio-size newspapers (various titles), all containing news on The War of 1812. Average condition with mild wear and foxing; not damaged or 2nd rate. A great set of historic issues at a very reasonable price.
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Latest from the War of 1812...
Item #672744
November 30, 1812
BOSTON GAZETTE, Nov. 30, 1812 Page 2 has much on the War of 1812 including: "Norther Army" which has various reports; "News From the Frontiers" "Glorious News! - General Dearborn and the 'Army of the North' are Safe" "Constitution and Guerriere" and other items. Also a bit from Washington on a "Bill for Increasing and Regulating the Pay of... See More
James Lawrence: the Hornet vs. the Peacock...
Item #704078
March 31, 1813
NEW YORK EVENING POST, March 31, 1813 Page 2 has a full column taken up with a very detailed letter signed in type: James Lawrence, commander of the U.S. ship Hornet, in which he recounts his naval exploits, perhaps the most notable being his taking of the British ship Peacock.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed with wide margins, good condition.
Wealth of War of 1812 reporting...
Item #710798
April 20, 1813
THE WAR, New York, April 20, 1813 The front page has several documents which relate to the "Impressment Of Seamen" including items signed in type by James Madison and James Monroe among others.
Page 2 has: "American Gallantry" which is a nice & detailed account of a naval battle: "...between the privateer schooner General Armstrong of this port...commanded b
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Page 2 has: "American Gallantry" which is a nice & detailed account of a naval battle: "...between the privateer schooner General Armstrong of this port...commanded b
Wealth of War of 1812 reporting...
Item #703011
April 20, 1813
THE WAR, New York, April 20, 1813 The front page has several documents which relate to the "Impressment Of Seamen" including items signed in type by James Madison and James Monroe among others.
Page 2 has: "American Gallantry" which is a nice & detailed account of a naval battle: "...between the privateer schooner General Armstrong of this port...commanded b
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Page 2 has: "American Gallantry" which is a nice & detailed account of a naval battle: "...between the privateer schooner General Armstrong of this port...commanded b
Napoleon... The War of 1812...
Item #700461
July 10, 1813
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 10, 1813 The front page has: "Occasional Remarks On the Present Unjust War" meaning the War of 1812.
Inside has a: "Proclamation - Of His Majesty the Emperor, to the Army" signed in type by: Napoleon, concerning his recent military conquests.
Also reports concerning the War of 1812 with "Rigorous Blockade" "From Virg... See More
Latest from Andy Jackson, David Porter, and more...
Item #695206
December 21, 1813
THE WAR, New York, Dec. 21, 1813 Most of the front page is taken up with: "Official Account of the Battle at Williamsburgh" being the letter detailing the events, signed: John P. Boyd. Also on the front page: "Blockade of Long Island Sound" which includes a "Proclamation" which carries over to page 2.
Other content within: "Prisoners in Halifax" "... See More
General William Hull is sentenced to death...
Item #703090
May 17, 1814
THE WAR, New York, May 17, 1814 The front page includes: "Convention For the Exchange of Prisoners" 'Proclamation of Blockade" which takes most of a column & is signed: Alexander Cochrane; "Trial, Sentence, and Pardon of General Hull" for his surrendering of Detroit to the British, which includes: "Sentence - The said brig gen. Wm. Hull to be SHOT to dea... See More
Much reporting on the War of 1812...
Item #701978
July 02, 1814
AMERICAN WEEKLY MESSENGER, Philadelphia, July 2, 1814
This issue has a wealth of content on the War of 1812. Included on the back page is: "Launch Of The Seventy-Four" which was the USS Independence. This was the first ship-of-the-line launched for the U.S. Navy from the Boston (Charlestown) Navy Yard. While rated for 74 guns, Independence was armed with 87 guns when she was laun... See More
Treaty of Ghent ends the War of 1812...
Item #702769
February 22, 1815
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 22, 1815 Page 2 has a bold, two-column wide heading: "Ratified TREATY Of PEACE And AMITY", followed by "A PROCLAMATION" issued by "JAMES MADISON" stating that a treaty with "His Britannic Majesty" was signed at Ghent on December 24, 1814, and ratified by the U.S. Senate on February 17, 1815, thus ending the War of 1812,... See More
"Don't give up the ship!"...
Item #705391
July 22, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, July 22, 1815 The entire front page and almost all of page 2 are taken up with: "Lawrence and the Chesapeake" which has much on the battle which cost Captain Lawrence his life.
Portions of the report include: "...Lawrence fell! and the remainder of the fight, if fight it can be called, was as disgraceful as the first eight minutes were b... See More
Follow-up on Napoleon Buonaparte: after Waterloo...
Item #700682
September 08, 1815
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, Sept. 8, 1815 There is much on Napoleon after the historic Battle of Waterloo, with: "Cessation of Hostilities" "Note In Buonaparte's Hand-writing" "Bonaparte's Port-Folio" "Bonaparte In London" "Of the Future Government of France" 'Buonaparte's Comparisons" a report beginning: "It would... See More
Electoral votes counted: Monroe the winner...
Item #705393
February 19, 1817
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 19, 1817 A page 2 report datelined "Washington, Feb. 13, 1817" reports: "According to the provisions of the Constitution, the votes given by the Electors...were yesterday counted...in the presence of the Senators and Representatives in Congress, and it was officially proclaimed by the President of the Senate; that JAMES MONROE is elected ... See More
First of this title we have offered?
Item #699465
May 11, 1818
THE CHAMPION & SUNDAY REVIEW, London, May 11, 1818 The masthead also notes: "Of Weekly News, Literature, and the Arts" which defines what is within the pages. This might be the first of this title we have offered, this issue coming from the private collection.
Sixteen pages, 7 1/4 by 10 inches, some light dirtiness, good condition.
On slavery in Missouri...
Item #699385
December 04, 1819
THE NATIONAL REGISTER, Washington, Dec. 4, 1819 An uncommon title that existed from March 2, 1816 thru Dec. 7, 1820. As the photos show the format was very much like the more popular 'Niles Weekly Register' which began in 1811, but not remotely as successful.
Inside has an article: "The Missouri Question" which is prefaced with: "...publication of Mr. King's obser... See More
Newspapers with a treasure-trove of political reporting...
Item #649274
(20) NILES' REGISTER, Baltimore, 1820's - 1830's A lot of 20 different issues within the noted date range, all complete and each containing 16 pages.
Niles' Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to carrying a wealth of news events from across the country. I
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Niles' Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to carrying a wealth of news events from across the country. I
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An instant mini-collection... 10 newspapers from the 1800's...
Item #694687
(10) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten newspapers with at least 5 different titles dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition---not a damaged lot and no pulpish newspapers. A popular way to assemble a variety of titles at a low price. You will receive 10 differently dated American newspapers, spread over a minimum of 5 different titles, ranging from 1820 to 1899, in average... See More
Death of Napoleon Bonaparte... Coronation of King George IV...
Item #677875
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1821 The most notable content is the very nice "Obituary" of "Napoleon Buonaparte" as the article is headed.With a dateline of May 5 the report begins: "At St.Helena, of a lingering illness, which had confined him to his bed for upwards of forty days, Napoleon Buonaparte. He desired that after this death his body should b... See More
The Monroe Doctrine...
Item #705112
December 06, 1823
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 6, 1823 An inside page has the "President's Message" being James Monroe's annual address to Congress. Part of his message contains the historic language warning European powers not to get involved in any affairs in the western hemisphere. This directive became known as the Monroe Doctrine and served as the cornerstone for American... See More
From the nation's capital...
Item #698884
January 24, 1824
NATIONAL JOURNAL, Washington, D.C., Jan. 24, 1824 A somewhat uncommon title from the nation's capital, existing for about 8 years. This is the volume 1, number 22 issue.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
The republic of Texas has a constitution much like the United States', with one exception...
Item #705392
October 16, 1824
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Oct. 16, 1824 The back page has: "Texas" which is a letter from Stephen Austin stating that: "The government of this nation has finally settled down into the federal republican system & the outlines of the constitution are copied from the United States, with the single exception of an exclusive religion in favor of the Roman Catholic.... See More
Celebrating the new Erie Canal...
Item #705437
October 10, 1825
BELLOWS FALLS INTELLIGENCER, Vermont, Oct. 10, 1825 Page 3 includes a nice account of the celebration of the arrival of the first boat on the Erie Canal, headed; "New York Celebration". Included is the governor's "Address" which begins: "This solemnity, at this place, on the first arrival of vessels from Lake Erie, is intended to indicate & commemorate the navigabl... See More
Creek Indians give up their land in Georgia...
Item #702759
April 25, 1826
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 25, 1826 Pages 2 & 3 has\ve more than 2 columns taken up with the: "Creek Treaty", which was a notable treaty with the federal government in which the Creeks ceded much of their land in Georgia. This was also known as the "Treaty of Washington".
Great to have this not this document in a newspaper from the nation's c... See More
Charles Carroll & the Declaration of Independence...
Item #697000
July 19, 1828
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, July 19, 1828 The front page has: "Charles Carroll" which gives details of the last surviving signer of the Declaration of Independence presenting a copy of The Declaration to the mayor of New York City, along with a copy of a letter written in his own hand which states in part: "Grateful to Almighty God for the blessings which, through J... See More
Early comic, satire newspaper...
Item #649241
FIGARO IN LONDON, London, 1833 An English comic newspaper of the early 19th century, founded in 1831 and running for almost 8 years. It was the forerunner for the much more popular "Punch" magazine. There is a nice comic illustration in the masthead. Four pages, 8 3/4 by 11 inches, nice condition. The photo shown is generic, but the issue you will receive will be very similar.
Inauguration & inaugural address of President Andrew Jackson...
Item #705387
March 09, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 9, 1833 Certainly the best content in this issue is the inside page account of: "The Inauguration" which is followed by the: "Inaugural Address Of The President Of the United States, Fourth of March, 1833" which takes over half a page This was the inauguration & inaugural address of Andrew Jackson.
Other items of interest ... See More
Texas...
Item #689422
January 04, 1834
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Jan. 4, 1834 Inside has an item on: "Texas" concerning S. T. Austin, delegated to represent the affairs of Texas at the city of Mexico, and noting: "...that it was expected Texas would soon be admitted into the union as one of the Mexican states..." with a bit more. Much reporting from Congress.
Sixteen pages, 6 1/4 by 9 3/4 inches,... See More
Death of LaFayette... New Jewish synagogue... Sherath-Israel...
Item #705388
June 21, 1834
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 21, 1834 Page 11 has a very early report of the death of Lafayette: "...By a late arrival we learn that the good LAFAYETTE died on the 20th May in the 77th year of his age. The papers are filled with tributes of respect to his memory. He was the illustrious link between the past age & the present--the man of two worlds." More de... See More
Existed for only 20 issues...
Item #701274
August 01, 1835
THE ZODIAC, Albany, August, 1835 This was a short-lived monthly paper: "Devoted To Science, Literature, and The Arts" as noted in the masthead. This is the volume 1, number 2 issue of a paper that existed for just 20 issues. The masthead features a nice, planetary engraving.
Complete in 16 pages, 9 by 11 3/4 inches, some light damp staining, nice condition.
A great title for an anti-slavery themed newspaper...
Item #693300
July 20, 1843
EMANCIPATOR AND FREE AMERICAN, Boston, July 20, 1843 As the title would suggest, this is an anti-slavery themed newspaper, and a great name for a newspaper with this focus.
Page 2 has a political notice supporting "For President, James G. Birney" for the Liberty ticket, created by abolitionists who believed in political action to further antislavery goals. It existed only from 184... See More
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