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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.
Inaugural addresses of Thomas Jefferson and John Adams...
Item #665937
March 15, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 15, 1797 Page 2 contains the: "Vice-President's Speech" which is prefaced with: "On Saturday morning the Senate of the United States, being convened, THOMAS JEFFERSON was sworn in as Vice-President of the United States and President of the Senate. On which he address the Senate as follows..." and what follows is his inaugural address.... See More
Calling on the first three frigates of the U.S. Navy...
Item #672946
June 08, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 8, 1797 Page 2 has a report from "Congress" noting in part: "...Another bill has been brought forward for providing for the protection of the trade of the United States by empowering the President...to cause the frigates United States, Constitution, and Constellation to be manned and employed; & also to procure by purchase...a nu... See More
From the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #665540
December 05, 1797
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 5, 1797 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time, while the District of Columbia was under construction.
The front page is filled with advertisements including several illustrated ship ads. Inside has reports from the federal Congress. Also on the ftpg. is an ad for a recently published book: &qu... 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.
From when Philadelphia was the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #665612
January 17, 1798
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Jan. 17, 1798 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
Page 2 has the latest reports from Congress.
The back page has an ad for a recently published book: "Observations on Certain Documents...The History of the United States for the year 179... See More
William Cobbett's famous newspaper... An Act and letter from John Adams...
Item #668894
July 11, 1798
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, July 11, 1798 This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controversial publisher who often wrote under the pen-name of "Peter Porcupine." He was famous for sniping at his political opponents, usually those of a Jeffersonian-Republican sentiment.
Page 2 has a very... See More
North Carolina militia write to President Adams...
Item #668959
October 05, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Oct. 5, 1798 The front page is filled with ads including 14 illustrated ship ads, as well as one for a runaway, and a wanted ad for: "A Family of American Negroes", both with details.
Page 3 has an address to the President by the North Carolina Militia with his "Answer" signed: John Adams. Plus another address to the Pres... See More
Stopping the spread of Yellow Fever in 1798... A broadside "supplement"...
Item #668961
October 13, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Oct. 13, 1798 The front page has: "A PROCLAMATION" by the mayor of Baltimore concerning the on-going Yellow Fever epidemic in the East and his efforts to prevent its spread noting: "...hereby forbidding the entrance into the city of Baltimore, or within 3 miles thereof, of all persons whomsoever who have come from the cities of... See More
Nelson's letter detailing his victory at the Battle of the Nile...
Item #668997
December 04, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 4, 1798 Page 3 has much detail on Horatio Nelson's defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte at the Battle of the Nile. Headed: "Nelson's Victory Complete!" the lengthy reporting includes a letter from him, datelined: "Vanguard, Mouth of the Nile, Aug. 7, '98" and another letter from him dated Aug. 3, the latter beginn... See More
Horatio Nelson granted a title of baron for his victory on the Nile...
Item #669004
December 14, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 14, 1798 Page 2 begins with an: "Address To the President of the United States" from the state of Vermont concerning the troubling relationship with France, followed by his: "Answer" signed: John Adams.
Page 2 also has some follow-up on the Battle of the Nile including a letter signed by: Horatio Nelson, and a ... See More
Post-Revolutionary War Boston, with John Adams signatures...
Item #649292
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.
John Adams, and the memory of George Washington...
Item #672725
February 19, 1800
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 19, 1800 The front page has an introductory note from the President signed: John Adams. Page 2 has a report concerning a memorial to George Washington who died two months earlier.
Four pages, archivally rejoined at the spine, never trimmed margins, nice condition.
Four newspapers with an Act of Congress concerning the Navy...
Item #672565
July 23, 1800
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1800 A collection of four consecutive issues dated July 23, 26, 30, and August 2, each containing a part of: "An Act for the Better Government of the Navy of the United States" which is obviously very lengthy, needing to stretch over four newspapers.
The Act of Congress begins on the ftpg. of the July 23 issue & continues on the front pages of the f... See More
Jefferson's response upon being notified of being elected President...
Item #667545
March 11, 1801
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, March 11, 1801 Page 3 has, under: "President Elect" a report: "The Committee instructed on the 18th instant to wait the President Elect and notify him of his election, REPORT--that they have, according to order performed that service, and addressed the President elect in the following words, to wit: 'The committee beg le... See More
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.
Alexander Hamilton examines Jefferson's address to Congress...
Item #670973
February 16, 1802
THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, Feb. 16, 1802 Starting on page 2 & concluding on page 3 is: "Examination Of The President's Message, Number VII" signed in type by: Lucius Crassus, the pen name of Alexander Hamilton.
A website notes: "Hamilton’s “Examination of Jefferson’s Message to Congress of December 7, 1801” i... See More
Jefferson falling out of favor in Virginia...
Item #666965
April 06, 1802
THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, April 6, 1802 Over a full page is taken up with an interesting letter: "To my Fellow Citizens of Richmond" signed by: James Rind. It is prefaced with: "Mr. Jefferson is said to be losing his popularity in Virginia as fast as he acquired it, and the following address from a gentleman, who was formerly amongst his greates... See More
Jefferson versus Callender...
Item #672737
August 10, 1802
NEW YORK EVENING POST, Aug. 10, 1802 Page 3 has content on the on-going feud between Thomas Jefferson and James Callender under the heading: "Jefferson & Callender", this being essay #6 of a series.
Callender had a reputation as a "scandalmonger, due to the content of some of his reporting, which overshadowed the political content. He was a central figure in the press war... See More
Very early Charleston...
Item #670046
February 18, 1803
CHARLESTON COURIER, South Carolina, Feb. 18, 1803 A volume I issue (number 35) of this famous title from the South. Various news of the day and a wealth of ads.
Four pages, a few discrete archival mends inside, nice condition.
Decision in Marbury vs. Madison...
Item #672973
March 12, 1803
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 12, 1803 Page 2 contains the result of the historic Marbury vs. Madison Supreme Court case, brought down about 2 weeks prior. Headed: "Mandanus" it gives their opinion to the 3 key questions of the case. This case consistently ranks in the top ten list of the most important Supreme Court decisions.
Four pages, minor archival strengthening at the b... See More
Five American newspapers: 1803-1809...
Item #673011
June 12, 1805
(5) Five very early 19th century American newspapers: United States' Gazette, Nov. 23, 1809; Massachusetts Spy, June 29, 1808; Boston Gazette, Dec. 14, 1809; Independent Chronicle, Dec. 17,1807; and New York Herald, Nov. 16, 1803. All five are good "newsy" newspapers of folio size, 4 pages, some margin tears, generally good condition. A nice set of five different, early newspapers.... See More
From Thomas Jefferson's presidency...
Item #649289
(10) BOSTON GAZETTE, dated 1806-1807 A lot of ten issues from the early 19th century when Thomas Jefferson was president. News and advertising of the day provide perspective on this formative period. 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 condition of the is... See More
From the heart of Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...
Item #559604
(5) GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, 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. Average condition. The images show an example of the condition and look of the issues you will receive. Actual dates vary within the years noted.... 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 overall quite nice.
First time we've offered this title...
Item #672907
April 24, 1807
THE PEOPLE'S FRIEND & DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, April 24, 1807 A rather uncommon title as it only lasted for eleven months. A typical newspaper of the day with news & advertisements, but in "2nd rate" condition, worn at the fold and margins with a few holes at the horizontal folds.
Much naval reporting in this early Richmond paper...
Item #672739
March 11, 1808
THE ENQUIRER, Richmond, Virginia, March 11, 1808 The front page has various reports from Europe and from Congress. Page 2 has an address: "To the People of the U. States".
Four pages, various damp staining and foxing, minor loss to a lower corner, a bit irregular at the spine.
A Jefferson letter on the front page...
Item #667547
April 23, 1808
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, April 23, 1808 The top of the front page has an address to the President from the Tammany Society of New York relating to the troubling situation in Europe. This is followed by: "The President's Answer", signed in type: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Oldest continuously published newspaper in the United States...
Item #649235
CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, 1809-1810 A lot of eight issues of the oldest continuously published newspaper in the United States. Each with occasional foxing; otherwise nice. Great to have from the heart of Thomas Jefferson's presidency. The image shows the look and condition of the issues you will receive. Actual dates vary within the specified time-frame.... See More
The Chesapeake vs. the Leopard with a Jefferson Proclamation...
Item #672079
September 28, 1811
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 28, 1811 The issue begins with over 3 pages taken up with: "The 'Affair of the Chesapeake", an incident which happened 4 years prior between the ships Chesapeake and Leopard which nearly brought the two nations to war. Likely presented here given the recent President & Little Belt Affair, another catalyst for the War of 1812.
Near the ... See More
The War of 1812...
Item #649218
(10) A lot of ten 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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President Madison signs a Proclamation...
Item #672061
July 18, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, July 18, 1812 The front page features: "A Proclamation" by the president for "...a day of public humiliation and prayer...to offer, at one and the same time, their common vows, and adorations to Almighty God...of seeking his merciful forgiveness, and his assistance... that in the present season of calamity and war...care and protection...hasten ... See More
The United States vs. the Macedonian... War on the Niagara frontier...
Item #672746
December 17, 1812
BOSTON GAZETTE, Dec. 17, 1812 Page 2 has: "The War Department" followed by: "Splendid Exhibition" which is on the American success in the naval battle between the frigates United States and the Macedonian.
Also on page 2: "Progress of the War on the Niagara Frontiers" which has much war reporting; then: "The War" "American Navy" and "Ou... See More
Trial and conviction of a spy...
Item #673028
December 30, 1812
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 30, 1812 Page 2 has an interesting report, taking about half a column, beginning: "...proceedings at Buffaloe, of a Court Martial appointed to try Elijah Clark as a Spy. The facts which appeared at the trial are that the said Clark was born in New Jersey...he removed to Canada...must have become naturalized & a British subject. Clark, being found wit... See More
Extensive naval report... Duel between Generals Smyth & Porter...
Item #673018
December 30, 1812
BOSTON PATRIOT, Dec. 26 and 30, 1812 A nice pair of consecutive issues containing the full: "NAVAL REPORT" "Report of the Committee...Which Relates to the Naval Establishment Recommending an Increase of the Navy of the United States" dated Nov. 27, 1812.
The first portion takes 2 1/2 columns of the front page of the Dec. 26 issue & is signed in type: Paul Hamilton. The rem... See More
Reports from the War of 1812...
Item #664876
July 22, 1813
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 22, 1813 Most of the ftpg. is taken up with: "Our Relations With France - President's Message To Congress" signed by the Secretary of State on page 2: James Monroe.
Inside has some items concerning the War of 1812: "Outrage At Hampton" "Naval Notice", a letter from Norfolk, and a letter datelines from Fort George, also: &... See More
British advancing towards the nation's capital...
Item #673021
July 28, 1813
BOSTON PATRIOT, July 28, 1813 Although this issue has much on the war in Europe, page 2 has: "Enemy In the Potomac" datelined from Washington and noting in part: "...that the advanced squadron of the enemy had retired down the river...were not in sight at Point Yates, about 70 miles below this city..." and more on the British advance towards the capital.
Inside has: &quo... See More
Siege of Fort Meigs and much more...
Item #626765
August 17, 1813
THE WAR, New York, Aug, 17, 1813 The front page has: "Barbarities of the Enemy" which is a very detailed report carrying over to take most of page 2. Other reports inside include: "From the Northwest--The Enemy Defeated" which is notable on the siege of Fort Meigs & includes a detailed report signed in type by: Wm. Henry Harrison; "Descent On Plattsburgh&qu... See More
Much on the War of 1812...
Item #667222
August 20, 1814
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Aug. 20, 1814 The front page begins with: "Steam Boat Navigation" which takes nearly 3 pages. Inside has: "The Essex Frigate" which takes a page. "Canada Papers" takes over a page & has items relating to the War of 1812.
"Events of the War" take almost 9 pages with a great wealth of reporting on the War of 18... See More
A need to exalt the minds of slaves...
Item #672074
May 22, 1819
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, May 22, 1819 Inside has over 2 1/2 pages taken up with: "Mitigation of Slavery--No. 3" which begins with a proposition: "That it is true wisdom to exalt the minds of the slaves--to invest them with correct ideals of the moral duties, & encourage them in the acquirement of a qualified property."
Also in this issue: "Ce... See More
Variety lot of newspapers... An instant mini-collection...
Item #649239
(10) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten 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. We will give you ten different American newspapers ranging from 1820 to 1899 (no pulp issues) in average condition with good reading. A wealth of varied issues for $2.5... 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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Two front page Revere advertisements: copper and bells...
Item #672822
March 09, 1822
BOSTON DAILY ADVERTISER, March 9, 1822 Near the bottom of the front page is a nice illustrated ad for the "Joseph W. Revere..." bell foundry. Joseph was one of the 16 children of Paul Revere who continued the business from his father. Close to it is another add: "Copper" for sale by J.W. Revere, at the same address. Nice to have these two Revere item on the front page of ... See More
First portion of the Erie Canal opens...
Item #671434
October 18, 1823
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Oct. 18, 1823 Perhaps the best item in this issue is the rather lengthy & historically significant report headed: "The Erie Canal--Meeting of The Waters" which takes 7 1/2 pages to detail the opening of the first part of this famous canal. The photos show just the beginning of the text which takes nearly half the issue.
Sixte... See More
On the death of Thomas Jefferson and John Adams...
Item #672972
July 08, 1826
THE NATIONAL GAZETTE & LITERARY REGISTER, Philadelphia, July 8, 1826 Page 2 has a black-bordered report beginning: "In announcing yesterday the death of Thomas Jefferson, on the Fourth of July, we little expected that we should have, this day, to communicate the melancholy intelligence that another of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence expired on the same hallowed annive... See More
Death Of John Jay... Pirates hanged, and slave ships captured...
Item #667250
May 30, 1829
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, May 30, 1829 Pages 1 and 2 have an article concerning the death of John Jay with a biography of his life & accomplishments.
John Jay was an American diplomat, patriot, one of the founding fathers of the United States, signer of the Treaty of Paris of 1783, second governor of New York, and the first Chief Justice of the United States.
Also an artic... See More
Early issue from this Southern town rich in history...
Item #672948
September 08, 1829
THE CAMDEN JOURNAL, South Carolina, Sept. 8, 1829 A very early issue from this town rich in history, being the oldest inland town in South Carolina, the site of notable Revolutionary War battles, and home to six Confederate generals. Gregory notes that only one institution (Univ. of S. C.) has any holdings of this title from the earliest years.
Inside has: "Indian Hostilities&quo... See More
A letter from Davy Crockett, six years before the Alamo...
Item #662326
April 28, 1830
HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE, Northampton, Massachusetts, April 28, 1830 The top of page 2 has a: "Letter From Col. Crockett" datelines at Washington to the editor of the Jackson Gazette, signed in type: David Crockett. This was less than 6 years before he would meet his fate at the Alamo.
Four pages, very light damp staining, good condition.
The gold mines in Georgia...
Item #662627
December 29, 1830
HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE, Northampton, Massachusetts, Dec. 29, 1830 Page 2 has: "Gold Mines" which discusses its proliferation in Georgia. One bit mentions: "...The beds of all the rivers and creeks in this region are full of gold...".
Four pages, some ink stains on the ftpg., scattered foxing, good condition.
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.
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Phone: 1-570-326-1045
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P.O. Box 3636
Williamsport, PA 17701
Phone: 1-570-326-1045
Fax: 1-570-326-7606
E-mail: info@rarenewspapers.com
Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:30 - 4 (ET)
Full Contact Information
