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John Hancock resigns as governor... Richard Henry Lee...
Item #684104
March 03, 1785
THE CONTINENTAL JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Boston, March 3, 1785 The entire front page is taken up with the continued: "History of America, by William Robertson".
Page 3 has an historic report headed: "HIS EXCELLENCY JOHN HANCOCK, Esq." which contains his resignation, beginning: "Gentlemen of rthe Senate & Gentlemen of the House of Representatives, Sensibl... See More
A spiritualism newspaper, sent through the mail...
Item #701302
October 16, 1886
BANNER OF LIGHT, Boston, Oct. 16, 1886 A curious newspaper that notes in the masthead that it is: "An Exponent Of The Spiritual Philosophy Of the Nineteenth Century". Many of the articles are related to spiritualism.
But of more interest is this issue was sent through the postal system, with the blue, Franklin one-cent stamp at the upper left, with the handwritten address and the cancellation... See More
A Long Island whaling town...
Item #649288
(5) THE CORRECTOR, Sag Harbor (Long Island), New York, 1870s A nice lot of five issues from this once-famous whaling town on Long Island, now more famous as a playground for the rich & famous who frequent the neighboring Hamptons. One from each year, never bound nor trimmed, scattered foxing, generally nice condition. We sell individually for $35+ each. You get 5 for less than half price... See More
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Dallas newspaper on the shooting of Oswald...
Item #649295
November 25, 1963
THE DALLAS MORNING NEWS, Dallas, Texas, November 25, 1963 Terrific and most unusual issue, as the entire front page--save for the banner headline: "Night Club Man Kills Oswald -- John F. Kennedy's Body Borne to Capitol" is taken up with a huge photo showing Jack Ruby thrusting his pistol forward in the direction of Oswald and others, a split second before Oswald was shot.
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Abraham Lincoln on Negro regiments...
Item #709965
August 13, 1862
DAILY DISPATCH, Richmond, Virginia, Aug. 13, 1862 From the Confederate capital. Among the front page reports on the Civil War are: "The Fight at Southwest Mountain--Further Particulars" "From the Rip Raps" "Norfolk Portsmouth & Suffolk" "Important Decision of Lincoln--Negro Regiments Rejected"
Complete as a single sheet issue, good condition... See More
A great lot from the Old West, at a reduced price...
Item #649271
(10) A lot of ten "OLD WEST" newspapers from California, dating in the 1870's through 1890's, and priced at a bargain due to edge tears, mends, wear, etc. which makes them somewhat 2nd-rate. The set will contain at least 5 different titles, and no two issues will have the same date. A nice opportunity for a mini-set of different "Wild West" titles at a significantly red... See More
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Assassination of Robert Kennedy: he is still alive...
Item #708836
June 06, 1968
THE WASHINGTON POST, D.C., June 6, 1968 The banner headline reports: "Kennedy 'Extremely Critical' With Serious Brain Injury" and related subheads plus 3 related front page photos. Robert Kennedy was still alive when this edition went to press.
The complete first section of 24 pages, and section G with 16 pages having more content & many photos on the assassination.
N... See More
Celebrating emancipation: Frederick Douglass speaks...
Item #708560
August 02, 1865
NEW YORK TIMES, Aug. 2, 1865 The top of the front page has: "EMANCIPATION JUBILEE" "Great Rejoicing Among the Colored People" "20,000 Jubilants Celebrate Their Souls in Brooklyn" "Addresses of Wm. Howard Day, Fred. Douglass, and Rev. Mr. Pennington" "The Praying Pic-Nic and the Dancing Darkies" "A Great Day, No Trouble, Fun, Frolic, Musi... See More
America is not about to compromise with England...
Item #686006
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1778 Among the articles within are: "The Theory of Insulating Bodies Examined, & some of the Supposed Properties which Electricians have ascribed to Glass, proved by Experiments not to Exist" which includes reference to Ben Franklin. Also: "On the Worshiping of the Primitive Christians to the East" and more.The most significant content fall... See More
Formal end of the Civil War... Trial of Lincoln's conspirators...
Item #702461
May 29, 1865
NEW YORK TIMES, May 29, 1865 Among the front page column heads are: "Trial Of The Assassins" which carries over to take much of page 4; "Unconditional Release of Persons Connected with Ford's Theatre" "The Trial Drawing To a Close" "END OF THE REBELLION" "The Last Rebel Army Disbands" "Kirby Smith Surrenders the Land & Naval forc... See More
On the death of King Charles II, and praises for King James II...
Item #689349
March 26, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 26, 1684 (1685 by today's calendar) Over half of the four pages are taken up with reports and letters concerning both the sorrow of the people for the death of King Charles II, and the great wishes for the new King James II (see for portions).
Four pages, 6 1/2 by 11 inches, archivally rejoined at the spine, very nice condition.
Reason for the French & Indian War... Aaron Burr's famous father...
Item #694196
December 29, 1757
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 29, 1757 Fully half of page 4 is taken up with a fine letter regarding the on-going French & Indian War. It begins: "The preservation of our Colonies and preventing the French from making any encroachments was the cause and design of the present war. But we have yet been so far from succeeding that the French, in conjunction with the neighbor... See More
Uncommon magazine with the original blue outer wrappers...
Item #709822
May 01, 1791
EUROPEAN MAGAZINE, London, May, 1791 Not only is this one of the less common titles from the 18th century, but this issue was never bound nor trimmed and still has the original blue wrappers intact--rarely found as such.
The layout and content is similar to that of the more common Gentleman's Magazine.
Complete in 80 pages, 5 3/4 by 9 inches, typical minor wear at the untrimmed margins, nice c... See More
From the Confederate capital, later in the Civil War...
Item #694437
February 09, 1865
DAILY DISPATCH, Richmond, Virginia, Feb. 9, 1865 It is difficult to find Confederate newspapers from late in the war, such as this one.
A wealth of fine reporting on the war with front page column heads including: "What General Lee Says" which includes: "...General Lee told...that there was but a single thing to fear, and that was the spreading of a causeless despondency amon... See More
A large & decorative masthead... Avoiding taxation...
Item #709920
December 27, 1722
THE ORIGINAL LONDON POST OR, HEATHCOTE'S INTELLIGENCE, London, England, Dec. 27, 1722 A rare title with the text running continuously from issue to issue, the lead sentence is the completion of the last sentence from the previous issue.
This was done by several periodicals during this period to avoid the tax on newspapers. This format classified it as a pamphlet, and therefore no tax was requ... See More
Uncommon woman suffrage paper from Toledo...
Item #710039
January 01, 1880
THE NATIONAL CITIZEN & BALLOT BOX, Toledo, Ohio, January, 1880 A quite rare women's suffrage newspaper which lasted just two years under this title. It is mentioned in Mott's History of American Magazines.
Mott notes that this publication was financed in part by Susan B. Anthony, and that having failed with "The Woman's Campaign" she: "...had better luck with ... See More
19th century illustrated... Second rate and damaged...
Item #694718
(10) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten 2nd-rate and damaged illustrated issues. A blended lot of titles may include any of the following: Harper's Weekly, Frank Leslie's, Scientific American, London Illustrated, Gleason's, Ballou's, etc. Well over 50 prints will be found within this lot.All 19th-century 2nd rate and partially damaged illustrated issues may in... See More
Reports from the Civil War with a Confederate perspective...
Item #671823
February 24, 1863
DAILY RICHMOND EXAMINER, Virginia, Feb. 24, 1863 The front page includes: "The Northern Press & the Mediation Question" "The Radicals on the War" which has several subheads including: "Re-Union--The South Independent--the Army Conservative--The Proclamation A Failure" and more. Also on the front page: "Horrible death of Confederate Prisoners" "... See More
Very early woman's suffrage newspaper...
Item #610666
WOMAN'S JOURNAL, Boston, Chicago & St. Louis, 1879 As noted at the top of the front page: "...devoted to the interests of Woman, to her educational, industrial, legal and political Equality and especially to her right of Suffrage." Editors listed include Julia Ward Howe, Lucy Stone, & Mary A. Livermore. Each issue contains numerous articles related to woman's suffra... See More
Taking possession of Fort Illinois on the Mississippi...
Item #709927
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1765 Near the back is a brief report from the governor of the Philippine Islands plus another item which reads: "Letter from Mobile of the 10th of March last advise that Major Loftus was returned from taking possession of Fort Illinois & two other considerable posts on the river Mississippi where the Indians remained very quiet & des
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Early woman's suffrage newspaper...
Item #700243
September 13, 1879
THE WOMAN'S JOURNAL, Boston, Sept. 13, 1879 Uncommon women's suffrage paper produced by--among others--Lucy Stone, Alice Blackwell, Julia Ward Howe, and Mary Livermore.
Among the articles: "Concerning Women" "Women's Work" "Equal Rights For Colored Boys" "Women's Work In the Church" "School Suffrage" "Remembering His Old... See More
1974 David Bowie & The Allman Brothers concert advertisements...
Item #720365
June 27, 1974
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, June 27, 1974
* David Bowie - English singer songwriter musician
* Diamond Dogs Tour - rock-opera style show format
* Madison Square Garden concert advertisement
* The Allman Brothers Band - Dickey Betts
* American rock band concert advertisement
* Nassau Coliseum - Uniondale, New York
Page 63 has a nice full page advertisement... See More
A great value... A discounted Civil War lot...
Item #649275
(7) The CIVIL WAR: a lot of 7 issues all non-New York titles from during the Civil War and all have war reports. A great set for a reseller or for someone looking to obtain authentic Civil War newspapers at a discounted price, and all are in average or better condition.
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The Civil War in Tennessee...
Item #689451
December 26, 1863
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Dec. 26, 1863 The two front page prints are: "The War In Louisiana--General Franklin's Army Crossing the Prairie in Lafayette Parish" and: "Great Fire at the Docks...North River, New York".
Prints within include: "Expulsion & Destruction of the Albany Steamer Isaac Newton on the Hudson..." "Battle of Mine R... See More
Short-lived campaign newspaper: the first issue published...
Item #711101
February 20, 1840
THE ROUGH-HEWER, Albany, New York, Feb. 20, 1840 This was a short-lived campaign newspaper that supported Martin Van Buren for President.
In the time before radio, television & the internet, short-lived newspapers supporting various candidates were among the very few channels for promoting support for a candidate. This title lasted for just 41 issues, this being #1, the first publish... See More
Death of Jay Gould... Black scholar William Sanders Scarborough...
Item #709986
December 15, 1892
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Dec. 15, 1892 The full front page is a photo of: "The Late Jay Gould" with page 4 having an accompanying article of the same heading. Yet another page is filled with six photos of: "The Birthplace & Some of the Residences of the Late Jay Gould".
Also of Judaica interest is an article on: "Isaac M. Wise" with a... See More
Some terms of the peace treaty are announced...
Item #707415
December 26, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 26, 1782 The back page has a very historic report presenting some of the terms of the peace treaty with a letter from Paris prefaced with: "While the Provisional articles are kept so profound a secret in London, the substance of them is well known & publicly talked of here: 'On the Part of Great Britain' That Great Britain irrevocably reco... See More
From the capital of the Confederacy...
Item #689959
July 02, 1864
RICHMOND EXAMINER, Virginia, July 2, 1864 This issue has: "The War News" "The Situation at Petersburg--Attack & Rout of the Raiders" "Additional From the North" & more, including the always interesting editorial with a decidedly Confederate bias.
Complete as a single sheet issue with a one column masthead (typical in Southern papers late in th... See More
On the trial of the commander at the Boston Massacre...
Item #692877
June 14, 1770
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 14, 1770 Most of a column on page 2 is a report from Charleston concerning affairs with the Indians there.
Another page is almost entirely taken up with a report from Boston that deals with the trial of Captain Preston, the commander at the Boston Massacre, providing much detail. He ultimately would be acquitted of his actions.
Page 7 has an: "Extra... See More
Rare, short-lived Texas newspaper from its first capital... The virtues of Brazoria County...
Item #710034
February 04, 1888
THE OLD CAPITOL, Columbia, Texas, Feb. 4, 1888 Yes, Columbia--now known as West Columbia--was the first formal capital of Texas, established in 1836. A quite rare title which existed for less than 2 years. Only one institution has a substantial holding of this title and its file is not complete.
Inside has: "The Brazos Harbor" "The Gateway of Texas To the East!" &
Salt Lake City title with a Mormon flair...
Item #649257
(5) DESERET EVENING NEWS, Salt Lake City, Utah, early 1880's A lot of 5 issues, from several years before statehood with much local news of the day. Articles with Mormon interest and perspective are sure to be found within each issue. Typically 4 page issues, minor browning & dirtiness, but not pulpish.
George Washington signs an Act of Congress...
Item #701326
July 06, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 6, 1796 Taking half the front page & concluding on page 2 is the: "Act Laying Duties on Carriages for the Conveyance of Persons..." which is signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
The front page begins with a detailed ad for: "Josiah Flagg, Surgeon Dentist". Flagg was the first native-born dentist in the United States... See More
Perhaps the earliest of comic newspapers...
Item #694367
August 09, 1809
THE TICKLER, Philadelphia, Aug. 9, 1809 The masthead features a very unusual engraving of a dog and an arm holding a switch, & notes: "by Toby Scratch'em".
This title was one of the earliest of the true comic papers. It kept up its flow of satire for six years, attacking local and national politicians and government. This is a volume 2 issue.
Four pages, very nice co... See More
Tom Thumb gets married...
Item #689083
February 28, 1863
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Feb. 28, 1863 The front page is taken up with 3 prints concerning: "The Fairy Wedding--Grand Reception by Gen. Tom Thumb and the Queen of Beauty (Mr. & Mrs. C. S. Stratton) at the Metropolitan Hotel".
Prints within include: "Night Burial of Col. Garsche, Chief of Staff to Major-Gen. Rosecrans on the Battlefield of Stone River, Ten... See More
Mining town of Eureka, Nevada...
Item #707140
August 12, 1879
EUREKA DAILY LEADER, Nevada, Aug. 12, 1879 A very nice, folio-size newspaper from this small, remote town in northeastern Nevada.
This old mining town is situated in the mountains at a 6,500 feet elevation in a county with just 3 towns--total county population today is just 1900 residents. In its heyday when mining was the predominant draw from the mid-1870's until the shutting down
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This old mining town is situated in the mountains at a 6,500 feet elevation in a county with just 3 towns--total county population today is just 1900 residents. In its heyday when mining was the predominant draw from the mid-1870's until the shutting down
From Red River County in Texas...
Item #710032
August 18, 1887
THE STANDARD, Clarksville, Red River County, Texas, Aug. 18, 1887 Rarely do we find newspapers from this part of Texas, north east of Dallas and not far from the Arkansas border. Various news and ads of the day.
Four pages, large folio size, loose at the irregular spine, various small margin tears. Somewhat fragile & must be handled carefully. Folder size noted is for the issue fo... See More
On the death of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson...
Item #703975
July 13, 1826
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 13, 1826 Both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1826. This issue has several items concerning them, including some funeral reports. See the photos for the various reports. Nice to have these accounts in this famous title from the nation's capital.
Four pages, minor margin wear... See More
Men on the moon...
Item #708837
July 21, 1969
THE WASHINGTON POST, July 21, 1969 The banner headline proclaims: " 'The Eagle Has Landed' -- Armstrong Walks On Moon" with various related subheads and front page photos of Armstrong, Aldrin, and Collins. Great to have this historic event in a newspaper from the nation's capital.
The complete first section with pages 1-16, two folds, minor wear at the folds and margin... See More
Great & large front page print of a military encampment...
Item #701303
August 17, 1854
THE AMERICAN SENTINEL AND ESSEX NORTH RECORD, Newburyport, Massachusetts, Aug. 17, 1854 This is the volume 1, number 2 issue of a rare title that existed for just six months.
This is a wonderful issue as half of the front page is taken up with an uncommonly large print of; "A Military Celebration at Indian Hill Farm...Head Quarters First Battalion Rifles, 4th Brig., 2d. Div., M. V. M.&... See More
Controversial case of Col. Isaac Haynes... British support of loyal subjects...
Item #696493
February 07, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 7, 1782 All of the front page, page 2, and a portion of page 3 are taken up with: "Further Particulars of the Debate in the House of Lords...on the Duke of Richmond's Motion Respecting the Execution of Col. Haynes in America." This was a very controversial event in the Revolutionary War as Isaac Haynes was hanged by the British under controve... See More
The John Brown trial on Harper's Ferry... Frederick Douglass...
Item #699704
October 29, 1859
NEW YORK HERALD, Oct. 29, 1859 Page 3 has great coverage on the Harper's Ferry situation with column heads: "The Harper's Ferry Outbreak" "Trial of John Brown, Charged with Conspiracy, Treason & Murder" "Conclusion of the Testimony for the Prosecution" "The Evidence for the Prisoner" 'Speeches of Old Brown" "He Complains of Un... See More
America's second Presidential election: Massachusetts casts its vote...
Item #701968
December 08, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 8, 1792 Page 3 has under "Federal Register" a report stating: "The Electors...of this Commonwealth, met at the Senate-Chamber...and gave their suffrages as follows: For President, George Washington--16 votes. For Vice President, John Adams, 16 votes. which is the whole number of votes this Commonwealth has a right to give...".
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The French have signed the Louisiana Purchase Treaty...
Item #708145
July 25, 1803
SALEM REGISTER, Massachusetts, July 25, 1803 Page 3 has: "A Proclamation" signed by the President; Th. Jefferson, calling for a special session of Congress.
This is followed by a very historic report: "Louisiana--Official" which reports the news that the French have signed the Puchase treaty on April 30, conveying Louisiana to the United States. Further details as seen in the photos.
Page 3 ha... See More
Uniforms of the United States Navy described... The Constellation is launched...
Item #709925
September 01, 1797
NEW YORK MAGAZINE OR LITERARY REPOSITORY, September, 1797 The issue is filled mostly with an eclectic collection of articles, while the back several pages contain news items of the day.
Near the back is is more than a full page taken up with: "Uniform For the Navy of the United States of America" which includes quite detailed descriptions for the various ranks as seen in the photo... See More
The historic Sayers-Heenan fight for the championship...
Item #675286
May 12, 1860
WILKES' SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, New York, May 12, 1860 This issue has great coverage of this historic boxing match for the championship between John Heenan and Tom Sayers, which lasted nearly 2 1/2 hours and ended in a draw.
Included is a full-figure, front page print of John Heenan, plus a front page article as well has several articles within.
Sixteen pages, wear at the margins, some fo... See More
Early 1900's Harper's Weekly (illustrated)... 2nd-rate and damaged...
Item #694721
(10) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten 2nd-rate & damaged Harper's Weekly illustrated newspapers from the early 1900's. Well over 50 prints - each over 100 years old! All will be dated from 1900-1919 and will be a blend of 2nd rate and partially damaged issues which may include any combination of missing or damaged pages, staining, and/or loose spines. If ordering folders, pl... See More
In the "...interests of the pioneers of California..."
Item #710033
August 02, 1879
THE PIONEER, San Jose, California, Aug. 2, 1879 The masthead notes: "Devoted To The Interests Of The Pioneers of California And the Resources of the Golden State."
The masthead is one of the more graphic we have seen, featuring three vignettes: one of settlers traveling, one of a bear, and another of a detailed mining scene. The front page has part 8 of a continuing series: ... See More
Washington offers a patent to an inventor...
Item #706703
July 15, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, July 15, 1796 Curiously, five different type fonts are used to print the title in the masthead.
The back page has a document headed: "The United States of America" being a patent of 14 years issued to Robert Dawson who: "...hath invented a new & useful improvement in bolting cloths, etc...", signed in type by the Pres... See More
Ten issues from the War of 1812, with war-related reports...
Item #708793
March 22, 1814
THE NATIONAL ADVOCATE, New York, 1814 Here is a lot of 10 issues from during the War of 1812, each having a bit of war-related content but nothing significant enough for us to offer individually. Generally in nice condition, perhaps a few minor issues at margins.
Five British newspapers from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #649294
(5) An interesting lot of five British newspapers, containing at least three different titles. They span the 1760's thru the 1790's and include at least one from each decade. In average or better condition. Some may have red ink stamps (partial or otherwise). Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping. The photos are representative of the look and condition of what you will receive.
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