Catalog 361 - released for December, 2025...
Catalog 361 (for December): This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes the following noteworthy issues: the famous “federal edifice” cartoon from 1788, Washington’s farewell address at Fraunces’ Tavern, the rare & intriguing “Cape-Fear Mercury” of 1775, “The Pennsylvania Gazette” with Ben Franklin’s imprint, perhaps the definitive Battle of Gettysburg issue, “The Oxford Gazette” of 1665 with Judaica content, and more. A post on the History’s Newsstand blog regarding this catalog is viewable HERE.The following links are designed to help you explore all available items from this latest edition of our catalog:
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Catalog 361 - released for December, 2025...
<a href="https://www.rarenewspapers.com/list?code=catalog"><b>Catalog 361</b> (for December)</a>: This latest offering of authentic newspapers<b> </b>is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes the following <a href="https://www.rarenewspapers.com/list?utf8=%E2%9C%93&page=&q%5Bquery%5D=catnew+catprev&q%5Bsearch_method%5D=Any+Words&q%5Btext%5D=catnew+catprev&q%5Bprice_range_start%5D=250&q%5Bprice_range_end%5D=100000&list_results_format=standard&sort=items.price&sort_direction=DESC&per_page=100"><strong>noteworthy issues</strong></a>:<strong> the famous “federal edifice” cartoon from 1788, Washington’s farewell address at Fraunces’ Tavern, the rare & intriguing “Cape-Fear Mercury” of 1775, “The Pennsylvania Gazette” with Ben Franklin’s imprint, perhaps the definitive Battle of Gettysburg issue, “The Oxford Gazette” of 1665 with Judaica content</strong>, and more. A post on the History’s Newsstand blog regarding this catalog is viewable <a href="https://blog.rarenewspapers.com/this-months-catalog-must-have-newspapers-for-the-250th-anniversary-of-american-independence-1776-2026/"><strong>HERE</strong></a>.<br />
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<strong><strong>A PDF of the catalog is available at: <a href="https://files.constantcontact.com/0be613c7601/42fd57cc-2e25-4672-819e-7436b96086ab.pdf">December's Catalog (#361)</a><br />
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World War I comes to an end...
Item #705935
November 11, 1918
UTICA DAILY PRESS--EXTRA! , New York, Nov. 11, 1918 The two-line banner headline proclaims: "WORLD WAR COMES TO AN END" "GERMANY SIGNS TRUCE TERMS" with various related headlines and reports. A nice issue for display with these headlines.
Complete in 16 pages, good condition.
Reflecting on Washington crossing the Delaware & the Battle of Trenton...
Item #705979
July 25, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 25, 1782 Page 2 has a report beginning: "So determined are the French to pursue their favorite plan of annihilating the British power in North America, & particularly to the capturing the British army in New York...to co-operate with General Washington towards the reduction of that important garrison...".
All of pg. 4 & a bit of page 5 a... See More
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.
Earliest San Diego newspaper to be had?
Item #706020
July 27, 1872
THE WEEKLY WORLD, San Diego, California, July 27, 1872 Perhaps the earliest San Diego newspaper you will find, as this is the volume one, number one issue.
The front page begins with the "Valedictory" in which the publisher details the purpose of and plans for the new newspaper.
Complete in 4 pages, never bound nor trimmed, various small tears at the margins as is typical of firs... 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.
Washington and General Anthony Wayne...
Item #703230
June 07, 1796
THE SALEM GAZETTE, Massachusetts, June 7, 1796 Near the bottom of the front page is a note to Congress concerning the taking possession of the posts at Detroit and Michilimachiac, signed in type by the President: G. Washington.
Page 3 has a note: "Letters from West Point mention that the troops are under marching orders to take possession of the posts at Otswego and Niagara...The ... See More
The 1987 stock market crash...
Item #721557
October 20, 1987
USA TODAY, October 20, 1987
* Stock market crash
* Wall Street collapse
The front page has headline announcing: "MARKET 'MELTDOWN'" with: "Wall Street's Bloody Monday" and subhead with related photo. (see images) More in the "Money" section. This was perhaps the most notable stock market "crash" since the 1929 event, and
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* Stock market crash
* Wall Street collapse
The front page has headline announcing: "MARKET 'MELTDOWN'" with: "Wall Street's Bloody Monday" and subhead with related photo. (see images) More in the "Money" section. This was perhaps the most notable stock market "crash" since the 1929 event, and
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
Review & premiere of "Saving Private Ryan", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #720644
July 24, 1998
LOS ANGELES TIMES, July 24, 1998
* Best "Saving Private Ryan" advertisement
* World War II D-Day invasion - Tom Hanks
* Grand opening day premiere review
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Schindler's List" and perhaps no better newspaper could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollyw... See More
JFK helps to debilitate Hollywood's "Blacklist"...
Item #720290
February 05, 1961
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 5, 1961 Page 39 has an "under-the-radar" report telling of JFK's attendance of the movie "Spartacus" at a local Washington, D.C. theater: "KENNEDY ATTENDS MOVIE IN CAPITAL", with subhead: "Slips Out of White House to See "Spartacus" With Sub-Cabinet Official". While appearing somewhat innocuous, his public action ... See More
Battle of Buda... King James II appoints a new Caribbean governor...
Item #705228
August 19, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 19, 1686 The front page has a report from Vienna noting: "Upon the advice of the march of the Grand Viper to relieve Buda, the council of war hath been several times assembled here in the Emperor's presence; and orders have been sent to all the Imperial troops, which were dispersed in small bodies to join the army before Buda..." with more, con... 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
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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Yellowstone National Park is officially created...
Item #705955
February 29, 1872
NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 29, 1872 Page 4 has a somewhat inconspicuous, yet very historic report headed: "The Yellowstone Park Bill" which was passed the day prior creating not just the first National Park in the United States, but the first in the entire world.
The report begins: "It is a satisfaction to know that the Yellowstone Park bill has passed the House. Our readers h... See More
Nice collection of Thomas Nast political cartoons...
Item #636875
(7) HARPER'S WEEKLY lot of 7 issues of the 1860's-1880's each with a full front page Thomas Nast political cartoon, and other Nast or non-Nast prints inside. A blend of 1st rate and better than 2nd rate issues. A great lot for a dealer or anyone wishing to begin a collection.Additional lots are available--inquire if multiple sets are wanted.
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Battle of Eutaw Springs, South Carolina...
Item #696492
February 05, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 5, 1782 A terrific issue as the entire front page is taken up with a great report on the historic Battle of Eutaw Springs, being the account of a letter from Lt. Col. Stewart to Earl Cornwallis dated the day after the battle. Included is the "Return of the Killed, Wounded, and Missing...". In this battle the American General Greene was defeated w... See More
Early from Florida...
Item #720641
November 04, 1848
THE FLORIDIAN, Tallahassee, Florida, Nov. 4, 1848
* Rare antebellum publication
Nineteenth century newspapers from Florida are uncommon, particularly those from before the Civil War. Here is such an issue from the capital city of Florida, three years before the Civil War.
Over half of the ftpg. has various political Acts and documents signed in type by the President: James K. Polk. Va... See More
Full front page is a Civil War map...
Item #701591
June 22, 1861
PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, June 22, 1861 The entire front page is taken up with a huge Civil War map, headed: "THE SEAT OF WAR IN VIRGINIA - Position of the Rebel Forces, Batteries, Entrenchments and Encampments in Virginia -- The Fortifications for the Protection of Richmond."
Various war reporting on the inside pages.
Eight pages, a few small, older tape stains, good condition.... 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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Thurgood Marshall becomes the first African-American Supreme Court Justice...
Item #705926
June 13, 1967
THE PARSONS SUN, Kansas, June 13, 1967 The front page has a reportr headed: "First Negro... Marshall Tapped For High Court" which includes a photo of him captined: "Thurgood Marshall." The report carries over to page 2.
Complete in 34 pages, a few small binding holes along the spine, nice condition.
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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Lincoln's state-of-the-union address on the front page...
Item #700699
December 02, 1862
THE EVENING POST, New York, Dec. 2, 1862 Contained in its entirety on the front page is the: "PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE" "Proposed Amendment of the Constitution". This was Lincoln's second state-of-the-union address.
Among the subheads are: "The African Slave Trade" "Negro Colonization" "This Policy to End the War" "How Emancipati
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Among the subheads are: "The African Slave Trade" "Negro Colonization" "This Policy to End the War" "How Emancipati
Joe Louis becomes the boxing champ...
Item #721743
June 23, 1937
NEW YORK TIMES, June 23, 1937 The front page has one column headlines that include: "LOUIS KNOCKS OUT BRADDOCK TO TAKE WORLD RING TITLE" "60,000 Watch Brown Bomber Stop Champion in Fight at Comiskey Park" " Bout Ends In 8th Round" and more.
Much more sport's section (page 30) with related photo and round by round description. This was Joe Louis' 1st
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Much more sport's section (page 30) with related photo and round by round description. This was Joe Louis' 1st
Emancipation Proclamation... Polish Jews in Cracow...
Item #720646
HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE, New York, November, 1862 Near the back of the issue under "Monthly Record of Current Events" is a report on the Emancipation Proclamation. "On the 22d of September the President issued a very important proclamation. ... that he should at the next meeting of Congress again urge that pecuniary compensation be tendered to the loyal slave States ... See More
1st African American wins Nobel Peace Prize...
Item #719561
September 23, 1950
THE DETROIT NEWS, Sept. 23, 1950
* Ralph J. Bunche wins Nobel Peace Prize
* First African American to win prestigious award
Page 3 has two column photo with heading: "Bunche Wins Nobel Peace Prize" And a one column heading reads: "Bunche Calls Nobel Prize Tribute to UN" (see images)
Complete with all 20 pages, rag edition in nice condition.
History notes: In 19... See More
Civil War letter dated Feb. 28, 1863...
Item #705207
February 28, 1863
Civil War letter dated at the top: Westhampshire (?), Feb. 28, 1863.
The letter is written to the soldier's: "Fellow Soldier and Friend" and begins: "I had not known until quite lately where the Regt. was..." with more. The writer is on furlough which will: "...expire about the middle of next month...". Various talk about family & friends, the health of other... See More
Kennedy's last public address...
Item #705953
October 27, 1963
NEW YORK TIMES, Oct. 27, 1963 Obviously unknown at the time but less than 4 weeks later John F. Kennedy would be assassinated in Dallas.
The front page has an article: "Kennedy, Honoring Frost, Bids U.S. Heed Its Artists" which carries over to page 87, where is found what would prove to be the last public address by JFK.
The heading on page 87 reads: "Text of President's... See More
On their way to the Battle of Gettysburg...
Item #705986
June 27, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES, June 27, 1863 The front page has some nice & detailed reporting on the advance of the Confederates into the North, with first column heads including: "THE REBEL INVASION" "Carlisle Evacuated by Our Forces" "Probable Occupation of the Place by the Rebels" "The Main Rebel Force Supposed to be Behind Chambersburg" "Gettysburg in P... See More
Scarce, short-lived newspaper from Philadelphia...
Item #706002
January 21, 1796
THE NEW WORLD, Philadelphia, Jan. 21, 1797 A quite scarce title, and until a recent find, the very first we have offered in our 44 years. It published for exactly one year. Various news reports and advertisements of the day.
Four pages, folio size, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Washington's Act of Congress consumes the entire front page... More inside...
Item #703612
August 07, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 7, 1790 The entire front page is taken up with the full text of: "An ACT for the Government & Regulation of Seamen in the Merchants Service" headed with an engraving of a heraldic eagle. It is signed in script type by the President: George Washington.
This may be the only issue we've handled where an Act of Congress entirely consumes the fr... See More
Signed by Benjamin Franklin...
Item #701172
April 03, 1787
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, April 3, 1787 Page 3 has a letter to the governor of Mass. from Ben Franklin, President of the Penna. Council, concerning the apprehension of those involved in the Shays’ Rebellion. It is signed in type: B. Franklin.
Four pages, very nice condition.
2007 death of Coach Eddie Robinson... Grambling State football...
Item #720319
April 05, 2007
LOS ANGELES TIMES, April 5, 2007
* Head coach Eddie Robinson death
* Grambling State University football
* Negro - black college - civil rights icon
* During racial segregation in college sports
Near the bottom of the front page has a three column heading: "Record-setting Grambling coach made civil rights part of game plan" with lead-in: "Eddie Robinson: 1919-2007" and... See More
Nat Turner's slave insurrection...
Item #708033
September 03, 1831
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 3, 1831 Certainly the most significant report in this issue is an excellent and detailed account of the slave insurrection in Virginia, let by Nat Turner.
Nat Turner was an American slave who led a slave rebellion in Virginia on August 21 that resulted in 56 deaths among their victims, the largest number of white fatalities to occur in one uprisi... See More
Washington's Farewell Orders... His resignation as Commander-in-chief... American Crisis... Letters from a Farmer... Fabius...
Item #676203
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), September, 1788 The issue begins 4 1/2 pages of a letter: "...From an European Traveler in America, to his Friend in London, written in the year 1785" which provides an interesting perspective of America at that time. It is continued in a future issue.
Of significance is the full text of: "General Washington's Farewell Orders to the ... See More
Address signed by Sam Adams...
Item #707374
January 26, 1795
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Jan. 26, 1795 Page 3 has 1 1/2 columns taken up with an: "Address" to the Mass. legislature by the govern, signed in type: Samuel Adams. Mention is also made of an "illumination" celebration in Boston in honor of George Washington.
The back page has an ad for a lottery: "For the Improvement of the Federal City" then u... See More
Newspaper printed on plastic...
Item #702110
June 22, 1963
PLASTTRADING PALETTE, The Netherlands, June 12-22, 1963 This is a very curious & perhaps experimental or promotional newspaper printed entirely on plastic.
It was done by a plastics firm in The Netherlands to show how versatile plastic could be--it could even be used for printing newspapers. The "newspaper" appears to be an in-house publication, likely distributed to employees... See More
Early Dutch newspaper from The Hague...
Item #699428
November 15, 1698
HAEGSE MERCUR, The Hague, The Netherlands, Nov. 15, 1698 Nice engraving of the winged Mercury in the masthead of this small-size newspaper. Four pages, totally in the Dutch language, 6 by 7 3/4 inches, great condition.
Plea to the king to repeal taxes... Map of the Falkland Islands...
Item #676474
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1770 The reverse of the title page is entirely taken up with: "American Affairs" which is mostly taken up with a notable & lengthy address of the Virginia House of Burgesses to the King. It notes in part: "...upon former & recent occasions humbly submitted to your royal wisdom our just claims to be free & exempt from a... See More
Great on the Mountain Meadows Massacre... Nice on Walt Whitman...
Item #699963
July 24, 1875
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 24, 1875 Page 7 has a report taking over half a column headed: "Mountain Meadow Massacre" "B beginning of the Trial of Conspirators--The Testimony of a Mormon Bishop and an Eye-Witness of the Massacre--The Cruel and Cowardly Nature of the Massacre Fully Exposed". This article has much detail.
The Mountain Meadows Massacre was a series of attacks
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William McKinley... Louisiana Purchase Exposition...
Item #701292
September 14, 1901
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, Sept. 14, 1901 Unusual that the color front and back wrappers are still present (typically removed), which are quite colorful and decorative. The from notes this is the: "St. Louis Number", site of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition. There is a nice double page centerfold on this event.
Also much coverage of the assassination of President William... See More
A great title for an anti-slavery themed newspaper...
Item #693299
July 13, 1843
EMANCIPATOR AND FREE AMERICAN, Boston, July 13, 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
Battle of Lookout Mountain...
Item #694162
November 28, 1863
THE CHARLESTON MERCURY, South Carolina, Nov. 28, 1863 Some fine reporting on the Battle of Lookout Mountain. Front page war reports include: "Latest From Bragg's Army" 'Later From Richmond" "Secret Sessions" "From the Trans-Mississippi" 'Signs of Monetary Panic In the North" "Compliments to 'Beast Butler' " and more.
The ... See More
Collection of English language Nazi newspapers...
Item #636874
(10) WORLD WAR II: "The Star" and/or "Evening Press" newspapers from Guernsey in the Channel Islands. Ten issues of a bona-fide Nazi newspaper published in English for the residents of this English Channel Island during the Nazi occupation. All issues date from 1940 thru early 1945. The images shown are representative of what you will receive.
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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Map of England during the eclipse... The Canary Islands...
Item #642798
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1764 Among the articles within are: "Curious Observations relative to the ensuing Solar Eclipse" with a corresponding full page plate of the solar eclipse which includes a map of England and the northwest portion of France.Another article has: "An Historical Account of the Canaries" being the Canary Islands.
Near the back is the &q... See More
George Washington on the front page...
Item #703616
May 10, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 10, 1797 The middle of the front page contains not one but four Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
Such issues are scarce--particularly with more than one signature--yet increasingly desirable and very displayable as such.
Beginning on the front page & concluding on page 2 is a letter: "From Mr. Jefferson,... 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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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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