Catalog 360 - released for November, 2025...
Catalog 360 (for November): This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes the following noteworthy issues: Washington’s Thanksgiving Day proclamation, a report on America’s first war, Gage’s account of Lexington & Concord, The Swedish Intelligencer from 1633, Lincoln’s assassination in the desired New York Times, notable broadside on the Gerrymander, and more.The following links are designed to help you explore all available items from this latest edition of our catalog:
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Catalog 360 - released for November, 2025...
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Three Washington script signatures on the front page...
Item #703589
April 09, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 9, 1796 Over half of the front page is taken up with three documents of the federal government with each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington, and two of them in block type by John Adams.
This was one of just a couple of newspapers which used the script type for presidential signatures, making such issues very displayable when on the front... See More
Very rare title from Montrose, Colorado...
Item #705651
June 01, 1882
THE MESSENGER, Montrose, Colorado, June 1, 1882 An exceedingly rare title from Southwestern Colorado, as not only did this newspaper only last 8 years, but only 7 issues are held by any American institution, none of this date. We purchased the few holdings of the only other institution that once had issues. This is the volume 1, number 2 issue.
The front page has nearly 3 columns taken up w... See More
At a reduced price... Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #649273
(5) THE POST-BOY, London, 1710's (2nd-rate) A lot of 5 issues of this early title with the great masthead containing two engravings. Lightly or heavily inked or other minor problem causing them to be a bit '2nd rate'. Offered at a considerable discount.
You know of Molly Pitcher. Do you know of Betsy Doyle?
Item #710780
December 19, 1812
THE WAR, New York, Dec. 19, 1812 Most of the front page is taken up with a: "Official Report, to Brigadier General Smyth with much war reporting, signed in type: Geo. McFeeley, Lt. Col. Commanding Fort Niagara.
Within McFeeley's report is: "...An instance of extraordinary bravery in a female (the wife of one Doyle, a private in the United States Artillery, made a pr... See More
At a lesser price... from Boston...
Item #649301
(6) COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, a lot of six 2nd rate issues dating from 1795-1799. Various news of the day from this famous colonial town. This was arguably the most successful & well-known newspaper of in 18th century America. Could contain close-trimming, staining, archival mending, etc., but will not have loss of text. Please note: The S&H for this lot is a bit higher than that of a si... See More
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The travails of the journey west to the gold fields...
Item #703936
November 03, 1849
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Nov. 3, 1849 A page 3 article begins: "Vessels For California" which gives the details of the large number of ships leaving from the East and bound for California. The first sentence sets the stage: "The trade between the Atlantic cities & the Pacific has increased to such an extent that but few persons are likely to form a just co... See More
Dawson, Yukon Territory, from during the Klondike gold rush...
Item #701742
June 10, 1899
THE KLONDIKE NUGGET, Dawson, Y. T., June 10, 1899 A very rare newspaper from the Yukon Territory during the period of the Klondike Gold Rush.
When gold was discovered in 1896 a stampede of prospectors headed to this region and spurred an entirely new era of romance of the West, the quest for gold, and the many hardships which caused the hopes of wealth to be dashed by many who made the ardu... See More
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.
Rare title for veterans of the Civil War...
Item #702114
May 23, 1868
OUR COUNTRY, Boston, May 23, 1868 Printed in the masthead: "Organ Of The Grand Army Of The Republic", for veterans of the Civil War. This is the volume 1, number 5 issue, and is the first of this title we have located in our 50+ years.
Little is known about this title as it is not listed in Gregory's Union List of Newspapers, nor in Union List of Serials. The American Antiquar... See More
50 issues with World War II content...
Item #649270
(50) WORLD WAR II -- A lot of fifty issues each with front page war headlines. Folio-size; nice for resale or for someone wishing to begin a collection. The issues may have edge tears and/or a rough left spine from intuitional volumes, but they are nice for framing and do not have loss of text.
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Only known issues are held by us...
Item #705691
July 10, 1882
SALIDA DAILY SENTINEL, Colorado, July 10, 1882 An exceedingly rare title as Gregory (Union List of American Newspapers) notes that only one institution had any issues of this title & they were recently purchased by us. No other issues are recorded in any institution. Actually a very typical newspaper of the period with news items of the day--much of it local--with a great wealth of local... See More
Our premier Civil War lot...
Item #649219
(10) THE CIVIL WAR--a lot of the very best of all titles. Here is a group of ten issues of the famous New York Times and/or N.Y. Tribune and/or N.Y. Herald, much like those listed throughout our website, in good shape and all with front page war news. These New York titles were well-known for their detailed Civil War reporting. An excellent way to obtain an intimate view of this critical a
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Washington re-elected... Report from Botany Bay...
Item #705660
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1793 There are several items of interest, one of which is several pages on the: "Minutes of the Proceedings of the National Convention of France" with much text on what should be the fate of Louis XVI.This is followed by: "The Last Will and Testament of His Late Most Christian Majesty" which has near the beginning: "I... See More
Washington re-elected... Report from Botany Bay...
Item #705659
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1793 There are several items of interest, one of which is several pages on the: "Minutes of the Proceedings of the National Convention of France" with much text on what should be the fate of Louis XVI.This is followed by: "The Last Will and Testament of His Late Most Christian Majesty" which has near the beginning: "I... See More
An eighty-year span of news from England...
Item #649310
(8) GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England A nice lot of eight issues, one from each decade from the 1730's thru 1809. A nice group of complete issues covering a period of 80 years, each with full title/contents page which features an engraving of St. John's Gate. Each is complete, but may exclude plates/maps (if called for). Nice condition.
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Confederate newspaper from Montgomery, Alabama...
Item #705676
January 01, 1865
THE MEMPHIS DAILY APPEAL, Montgomery, Alabama, Jan. 1, 1865 If the title and city of publication seem to disagree, they do not. This newspaper had a fascinating history during the Civil War.
Memphis was a Confederate stronghold up through the Battle of Memphis on June 6, 1862, at which time the Yankees moved in and it became a Yankee city. Being a strong voice for the Confederacy, the "... See More
Report on the Battle of Antietam...
Item #672444
October 08, 1862
DAILY COLUMBUS ENQUIRER, Georgia, Oct. 8, 1862 Certainly one of the less common Confederate titles from the Civil War. Columbus is in Southwest Georgia on the Alabama border very near Montgomery.
Among the various reports inside are: "To the Citizens of Columbus" "From Knoxville--News from Gen. Smith's Army--Kentucky Fully Aroused" "Progress & Events of the ... See More
Cricket match... America's Cup race...
Item #703254
September 26, 1885
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, September 26, 1885 There are a number of fine prints in this issue including a full front page: "Canon Farrar" with a related article inside.
Other prints inside include: "The Dead Jumbo" the elephant; a Thomas Nast print: "We Have Not Given Up Ruling the Waves Yet"; a one-third page: "Cricket Match between the Gentlemen of P... See More
Monitor versus the Merrimac...
Item #705692
March 11, 1862
NEW-YORK TIMES, March 11, 1862 Back page heads report the famous naval battle at Hampton Roads, Virginia, between the Monitor and Merrimac: "The Battle In Hampton Roads" "Interesting Details of the Two Days' Fighting" "How The Cumberland Was Sunk by the Merrimac" "The Congress Set on Fire and Blown Up" "Probably About a Hundred Lives Lost on t... See More
Uncle Tom's Cabin: the serialization before it became a book...
Item #695884
June 26, 1851
THE NATIONAL ERA, Washington, D.C., June 26, 1851 The front page of this anti-slavery newspaper is very significant, as it contains chapter 5 of: "Uncle Tom's Cabin: Or, Life Among the Lowly. by Mrs. H. B. Stowe".
This newspaper is forever linked to the best-selling novel of the 19th century, "Uncle Tom's Cabin". This historic work first appeared as a 41-week ser... See More
Guilford Court House... Captain Cook's journal...
Item #673254
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, May, 1781 Content includes: "Debates in Parliament" includes talk on America. Another report is a review of the: "Journal of Captain Cook's Last Voyage to the Pacific Ocean, on Discovery, performed in the Years 1776, 7, 8 & 9..." which takes over 3 pages. Another report mentions in part: "...parties from Mr. Washington&... See More
Washington accepts the position of Commander-in-Chief of the Army...
Item #701169
January 22, 1799
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Jan. 22, 1799 Certainly the most notable item is the page 3 letter signed in type: Go. Washington, in which he accepts the position of Lt. General and Commander-In-Chief of the United States Army.
It is a lengthy letter and Washington would hold this position until his death seventeen months later. He participated in the plan... See More
The famous anti-slavery newspaper...
Item #678075
August 19, 1864
THE LIBERATOR, Boston, Aug. 19, 1864 This is the famous anti-slavery newspaper by famed abolitionist publisher William Lloyd Garrison. The masthead features two engravings, one of a slave auction and the other showing slaves being emancipated.
Articles include: "Subjugation of the South" "The War Viewed by a True Democrat" "The Question of Negro Suffrage" "... See More
Nice Harper's Weekly group, just after the Civil War...
Item #649309
(5) HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, a lot of five issues from just after the Civil War. Dates are August 12, August 19, September 23, November 11, and December 2, 1865. A wealth of great prints including: 'New Westminster, Capital of British Columbia'. Halfpg: 'Trial of Mowing Machines' & 'The Richmond Election--the Polling at the 1st Market House'. Nice doublepage cente... See More
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Major event at Crown Point, the French & Indian War...
Item #674779
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1759 An inside page contains a great report on one of the more significant battles of the French & Indian War, headed: "Letter from Maj. Gen. Amherst to Mr. Secretary Pitt, dated Crown Point, August 5" which gives a day-by-day account of the siege at Fort St. Frederick from July 27 to August 5, with some of the reports near th
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Eighteenth century perspective from England...
Item #649234
(10) THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of ten issues of this famous newspaper covering at least 5 decades from the 1700's. All are in good condition. A nice way to gain Britain's perspective of world affairs from the 18th century. The image shown is representative of the "look" of what you will receive. Actual issues/dates will vary.
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 overall, quite nice.
A Proclamation by Anthony Wayne, on peace with the Indians...
Item #713352
May 11, 1795
SPOONER'S VERMONT JOURNAL, Windsor, May 11, 1795 Page 3 has a letter from an officer in General Anthony Wayne's army, datelined from Fort Wayne, Miami Village, in which he gives the latest on relations with the Indians in what is now the Ohio vicinity.
Also on page 2 is: "A Proclamation" for establishing a permanent peace with all the Indian tribes and nations northwest of... See More
The issue reporting this newspaper's infamous destruction...
Item #705727
March 18, 1863
THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, March 18, 1863 Within are wealth of articles concerning the copperhead's position on the war, with obvious bias. Perhaps the best content is the wealth of reporting on the destruction of this newspaper's offices, the event for which this newspaper is known.
Articles include: "The Mob & the Military" "Terrific Negro Riot in Detroit"... See More
18th century Scotland...
Item #649233
(5) THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, late 1750's A very early lot of five newspapers from Scotland, with news of the day. A great period set at a considerable discount from the regular per-issue price. Nice condition. The images shown are representative of the look and condition of those you will receive. Actual dates vary in the later 1750's.... See More
Beauregard's letter of praise on the Battle of Manassas...
Item #705687
August 07, 1861
THE DAILY JOURNAL, Wilmington, North Carolina, Aug. 7, 1861
This is one of just a few newspapers which printed: "Confederate States of America" in their dateline.
While the front page is taken up with ads, inside has some very good war content including a lengthy item: "Notes, Facts and Queries for the People". This includes an interesting bit: "...Yes, in th... 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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The United States described... Rare plate included...
Item #652721
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, November, 1789 The issue begins with the continuation of: "Letters from a Pennsylvanian on his Travels Into the Eastern States..." which is very descriptive & which takes nearly 5 pages. Also the continuation of the: "History of the American War", and "Memoirs of the Bastille" which had recently fallen signaling th... See More
Battle of Monmouth... Reflecting on Burgoyne's defeat...
Item #685952
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1778 The very first article is: "Debates In Parliament" which includes much talk on the Revolutionary War, and includes in part: "...was in hope...that the lamentable fate of General Burgoyne & his army, as it was an evil of the first magnitude, might...have been productive of some good..." and a bit further on: "...T... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649260
(5) THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's (2nd rate) An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published English language newspaper, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today. All are from the late 1600's, priced due to minor imperfections causing them to be 2nd rate. A great opportunity to obtain authentic 17th century newspapers at a fraction of their t... See More
George Washington, Sam Adams, and building the original frigates...
Item #701538
July 16, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 16, 1794 The front page has an Act of Congress signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington. Also two Acts of the Massachusetts Legislature, each signed in type by Samuel Adams.
The top of page 2 has: "The Age of Reason" which begins: "A work under this title has lately been written by the celebrated Mr. Paine...".
Page 3 has a... See More
Paul Revere and George Washington...
Item #701340
March 09, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 9, 1796 Page 2 has an Act of Congress concerning a loan on the domestic debt which is signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington, and in block type by John Adams. Also on page 2 is a: "Tribute Of Respect" to: "...the Great WASHINGTON."
Page 3 has a Masonic notice for the "Grand Lodge" which is signed in type by... See More
From Reno, Nevada... Famous town of the Wild West...
Item #649290
(5) RENO EVENING GAZETTE, Nevada, early 1880's. A lot of five issues, all are complete and are in very nice condition. Great to have from this well-known town from the "Old West".
An instant collection... 20 newspapers from the 1800's...
Item #694695
(20) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of 20 issues, with at least 5 different titles, dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition--not a damaged or 2nd-rate lot. No pulpish newspapers. A great value. Please note the shipping & handling for this lot. If purchasing folders, we recommend purchasing at least 5 folders for this lot.* Half-lots are available&n... See More
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From the small Caribbean island of Grenada...
Item #698818
September 03, 1808
ST. GEORGE'S CHRONICLE, AND GRENADA GAZETTE, Sept. 3, 1808 As might be imagined it is very difficult to find early newspapers from the Caribbean. Grenada is in the far southern portion of the Caribbean, just off the coast of South America, St. George being the capital.
Four pages, never bound no trimmed, about one-fifth of the front leaf is torn away, otherwise minimal wear at the margi... See More
Burgoyne & Saratoga... John Paul Jones: King wants his ships back...
Item #685882
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1779 The first 8 pages are taken up with "Summary of Proceedings in the Present Parliament" which includes some discussion of the affairs in America.But the prime content would be the excellent coverage of events relating to General Burgoyne & his defeat at Saratoga, taking several pages & includes: "...The army I commanded... See More
Much destruction by the Mormons in the Mormon War...
Item #684926
November 14, 1838
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Nov. 14, 1838 Page 3 has one-third of a column taken up with Mormon-related reports, the primary article headed: "Mormon Troubles In Missouri".
A few bits include: "...the burning of Daviess court house, post office, and a store by the Mormons...the governor has ordered out 4,000 militia...The Mormons are said to be daily receiv... See More
19th century illustrated issues, at a wholesale price...
Item #694740
(5) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of five illustrated issues from the 19th century in average or better condition. Titles may include any of the following: Harper's Weekly, Frank Leslie's, Gleason's, Ballou's, and/or similar. Well over 25 prints from 1866-1899! Each will have only minor (typical) wear, foxing, and toning. Centerfold prints, if present, will only have mi... See More
Seven issues from the "Old West"...
Item #649238
A lot of seven "Old West" newspapers, each with a different title from California dating in the 1870's through 1890's. A nice opportunity for a mini-set of different "Wild West" titles at a bargain price. A wealth of both news reports and ads of the day. Keep in mind, issues from this period can be fragile and must be handled with care.
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Winslow Homer... Thanksgiving Day...
Item #172420
December 01, 1860
HARPER'S WEEKLY, Dec. 1, 1860 The front page shows: "Charleston Scenes" includes "Palmetto Tree & Old Custom House at Charleston" & "Fort Sumter From Sullivan's Is.".
Inside has a print of: "Entrance to Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah, Ga." & "Bonaventure Cemetery, Savannah" "The New State House at Columbia, S.C."... See More
Death of John Hancock...
Item #663037
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, October, 1793 The most notable report is a very discrete & rather inconspicuous back page mention under the heading: "Deaths', which begins the list with: "Massachusetts--Boston, His Excellency John Hancock, Esq. Governour, 57". A very early report--likely why there is no article within on his death--as he died on October 8. Gest to ... See More
From Crested Butte, Colorado... Lasted less than 2 years...
Item #705654
June 07, 1882
CRESTED BUTTE REPUBLICAN, Colorado, June 7, 1882 A rare newspaper which lasted for less than two years. The only institutional holding of this title noted in Gregory (Union List of American Newspapers) was the Kansas Historical Society but that collection was purchased in its entirety by us.
In the 1860s and 1870s coal and silver mines began to open in the Crested Butte area and many little... See More
The "Flood Special" printed entirely in red ink...
Item #698295
March 16, 1907
WHEELING DAILY NEWS, West Virginia, March 16, 1907 Printed above the masthead is: "1907 FLOOD SPECIAL" with the banner headline noting: "RIVER IS YIELDING UP ITS DEAD" with related subheads including: "The City A Scene of Desolation" "Victims' Bodies Are Recovered" and more on the historic flooding of the Ohio River.
The front page has: &quo... See More
Great George Washington issue... Ben Franklin & John Paul Jones...
Item #703609
September 25, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 25, 1790 The front page is mostly taken up with three Acts of Congress, headed with an engraving of a heraldic eagle, each signed in script type: George Washington, and in block type by Thomas Jefferson and John Adams. (printing crease deters some but causes no loss of type).
Page 2 has an article headed: "The Americans" noting: "The fa... See More
Washington signs an Act of Congress...
Item #704060
June 23, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 23, 1790 The front page begins with an Act of Congress signed in script type by the President: George Washington, and in block type: John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. It is headed with an engraving of a heraldic eagle.
Page 2 has much reporting from Congress during this formative year of the federal government.
Four pages, very nice condition.... See More
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