Catalog 358 - released for September, 2025...
Catalog 358 (for September): This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes the following noteworthy issues: the famous ‘tombstone edition’ of the Pennsylvania Journal from 1765, a terrific broadside on Lincoln’s assassination, ‘The Newes’ newsbook from 1663, the treaty that ended the Revolutionary War, coverage of the Battle of Bunker Hill, the Emancipation Proclamation (in a Washington, D.C. paper), 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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<a href="https://www.rarenewspapers.com/list?code=catalog"><b>Catalog 358</b> (for September)</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 ‘tombstone edition’ of the Pennsylvania Journal from 1765, a terrific broadside on Lincoln’s assassination, ‘The Newes’ newsbook from 1663, the treaty that ended the Revolutionary War, coverage of the Battle of Bunker Hill, the Emancipation Proclamation (in a Washington, D.C. paper)</strong>, and more.<br />
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Lady Diana & Prince Charles wed...
Item #717093
July 29, 1981
POTTSVILLE REPUBLICAN, PA, July 29, 1981
* Lady Diana & Prince Charles wedding
* The "lady" becomes a "princess"
The front page has a red banner headline: "The prince now has a princess", which includes multiple photos and front page coverage. Additional related articles and photos are found on pages 10 and 11. View images for details. Would bookend nicely ... See More
Death of Charles De Gaulle - former General and Prime Minister of France...
Item #717179
November 10, 1970
THE EVENING STAR, Washington, D.C., Nov. 10, 1970
* Charles de Gaulle death (1st report)
The front page has the banner headline: "General De Gaulle Dies", with subheads: "A Man Of Destiny", "General Pursued His Vision of France". and more. Additional coverage is found within. See images for details.
Note: General de Gaulle was a beloved French leader and ... See More
Rare, early title...
Item #649222
FOG'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, 1731 A quite rare title from England with a very early date and a partial red tax stamp in a lower corner of the front page. Various news of the day both from England and the rest of Europe.Four pages, approximately 10 by 13 inches, a bit of foxing, overall very good. The image shown is only representative of the look (format) and condition of the issue you will... See More
The oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649293
(5) THE LONDON GAZETTE A lot of five issues of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, all from the early 1700's (1712-1739), priced at a bargain due to being a blend of 2nd rate and slightly damaged issues. A great opportunity for authentic issues from the early 18th century at a fraction of their typical cost. The image shown is just an example of... See More
Plate shows the interior of St. Paul's Cathedral...
Item #677877
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1749 Among the interesting items in this issue are: "Plan of a Harbour to the Downs" which includes an illustration of it; "A Description of St. Paul's Cathedral" which is accompanied by a nice full page plate of the interior; "Antient Ships of an Enormous Size" "Account of Nova Scotia from Mr. Little"
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Early scenes of Racine, Wisconsin...
Item #690019
January 09, 1858
BALLOU'S PICTORIAL, Boston, Jan. 9, 1858 The front page has a print: "Station House, Hotel & Steamboat Landing at Rouse's Point, New York" with a related article.
Inside has 2 pages of descriptive text with 4 prints of "Racine, Wisconsin" including: "College at Racine" "The New Fourth Street Bridge" "Presbyterian Church, Barnstable St... See More
Wealth of reporting on the French & Indian War...
Item #695169
September 21, 1762
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 21, 1762 Most of page 5 is taken up with a wealth of interesting reporting headed: "America" with datelines from New London, Charleston, Philadelphia, Nassau, Boston, and New York. Much of the reporting relates to the ongoing French & Indian War, too much to detail here but all of which can be seen in the photos.
Page 6 has more American ne... See More
Honoring the Rev. Dr. Joseph Priestley...
Item #702008
April 08, 1797
AURORA GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, April 8, 1797 Both the front page and page 2 have advertisements for a circus, which is early for such ads in America. Page 2 also has an article on: "Doctor Priestley" reporting on an event honoring the Rev. Dr. Joseph Priestley, credited with discovering oxygen.
Four pages, great condition.... See More
The day before Robert E. Lee would surrender... A Mormon canal...
Item #705562
April 08, 1865
BOSTON TRANSCRIPT SUPPLEMENT, April 8, 1865 This first column has some interesting articles including: "Jeff. Davis On The Value of Money" "Gen. Sherman on Peace & the End of the War" "A Mormon Enterprise", the latter concerning the Mormons digging a canal for irrigation and navigation.
Complete as a single sheet "Supplement" issue, an archival me... See More
John F. Kennedy is assassinated...
Item #649230
November 22, 1963
ORLANDO EVENING STAR--EXTRA, Florida, November 22, 1963 Certainly to go down in history as one of the more memorable events of the 20th century, this newspaper has a bold banner headline proclaiming the tragedy: "PRESIDENT SLAIN" with the subhead reading: "Suspect Seized After Cop Shot".
All the text on the front page deals with the Kennedy assassination & also inclu... See More
Uncommon provincial title with a decorative masthead...
Item #649299
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, 1769 (currently spelled Gloucester). Here is a very nice, four page issue from just a few years before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War in the colonies. This issue has a very nice & decorative masthead featuring engravings on either side. The front page also has a red-inked tax stamp. This issue contains various news of the day and a wealth of ads as well. ... See More
Boss Tweed is captured... Ku-Klux Klan...
Item #174048
July 01, 1876
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, July 1, 1876 Famous full front page Thomas Nast print: 'Tweed-Le-Dee & Tilden-Dum' shows Boss Tweed grabbing two little boys. This is the illustration that made the Spanish officials take him for a Child-stealer. It was this July 1 issue, seen by officials in Spain, that caused Tweed to be captured upon his arrival there.
A 1/3 illustration 'Th... See More
General Custer in the Civil War...
Item #681622
May 17, 1864
NEW YORK HERALD, May 17, 1864 The first column has a nice stack of headlines including: "SHERIDAN ! " The Great Cavalry Expedition Through the Rebel Lines" "Lee's Army Flanked & His Communications Cut Off" "J.E. B. Stuart's Forces Well Whipped" "Capture of Men & Guns from the Rebels" "Gallantry of General Custer &a... See More
America's first land victory in the War of 1812...
Item #703932
October 10, 1812
ESSEX REGISTER, Salem, Massachusetts, Oct. 10, 1812 Most of the front page is taken up with: "Gallant Defense Of Fort Harrison - Letter from Capt. Z. Taylor, Commanding Fort Harrison, Indiana territory, to Gen. Harrison".
This was the siege of Fort Harrison, an engagement that lasted from September 4 to 12, 1812. it was won by an outnumbered United States force garrisoned inside t... See More
The Nullification Crisis: Andrew Jackson's response...
Item #705468
January 19, 1833
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Jan. 19, 1833 On November 26, 1832, South Carolina passed The Ordinance of Nullification which declared the Tariff of 1828 and 1832 null and void within its borders.
This issue contains President Andrew Jackson's message of January 16, 1833 in which he threatened to send in federal troops to enforce compliance, it taking 6 pages & signed ... See More
The latest improvement on the bicycle...
Item #705503
August 19, 1868
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Aug. 19, 1868 Inside is an article: "Improvement in the Velocipede" accompanied by a print of "Hanlons' Patent Improved Velocipede", an early model of a bicycle.
Other interesting illustrations and articles on the latest inventions & improvements of the day.
Sixteen pages, library stamps at some of the prints, otherwise good ... See More
The French evacuated Yorktown... Treaty particulars arrived in Paris...
Item #705509
April 03, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 3, 1783 The back page includes: "...an account that an American frigate had arrived at Nantes, on board which came...This gentleman, who is in the service of Congress, has brought over the outlines of the treaty which is to be definitive between America and Great Britain. He is lodged at Dr. Franklin's, which is more commonly known by the n... See More
Early Robert E. Lee...
Item #705469
July 11, 1829
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, July 11, 1829 It's always fascinating to find mention of notable people long before they would become a household name.
Near the back is a great example. Under a list headed: "Military Academy" area the: "...names of the five most distinguished cadets in each class..." and listed in the "First Class" is a young Ro... See More
Buonaparte has lost the confidence of his army...
Item #704005
September 11, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Sept. 11, 1799 Inside has much on the war in Europe including: "Army of Italy" "Army of the Danube" and other datelines from Vienna, Zurich, London, etc.
Page 3 has: "Latest News of Buonaparte in Egypt" which includes: "...Buonaparte has lost the confidence of his army, who are very discontented..."... See More
From when Philadelphia was the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #665583
March 14, 1798
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, March 14, 1798 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
The entire front page is taken up with the latest reports from Congress. Other news of the day inside.
Four pages, wide never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
See the pig of knowledge...
Item #684046
March 07, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 7, 1798 Various news of the day both from Europe and America. Page 3 is taken up with ads, one of which is for the: "Pig of Knowledge" offering an exhibition of his talents, which include: "He reads print or writing, spells, tells the time of day...distinguishes colors, how many persons there are present..." and more. Admission is 25 cent... See More
San Diego described...
Item #705479
December 29, 1870
THE SAN DIEGO UNION, California, Dec. 29, 1870 Nearly a full front page column is headed: "San Diego--The Harbor and City" which is very descriptive. Also on the front page: "From Arizona...Bradshaw Mines--Indian Affairs--The Pimos on a Scout Against the Apaches...".
Four pages, nice condition.
War on Iraq begins... In a military newspaper...
Item #649286
January 17, 1991
THE STARS AND STRIPES--EXTRA, "Authorized Unofficial Publication for the U.S. Armed Forces", Jan. 17, 1991 The bold banner headline proclaims: "WAR ERUPTS" and beneath which is: "Air Armada Hammers Iraq" with further text. The bottom half of the front page is a photo of an F-15 Eagle being refueled in Saudi Arabia.
This newspaper announces the beginning of the ... See More
Huge list of Acts from the New York legislature...
Item #677510
April 15, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, April 15, 1797 The front page includes a long list of Acts from the New York legislature.
There is also a report headed: "Capitulation of Mantua" which was a crucial episode in Napoleon Bonaparte's first Italian campaign as his successful siege of Mantua excluded the Austrians from northern Italy.
Four pages, very nice conditio... See More
Interesting comments on the new Vice President...
Item #682978
March 07, 1865
THE WORLD, New York, March 7, 1865 Among the front page first column heads on the Civil War: "OUR VICTORIES" "Graphic Description of the Great National Celebration" "How the Metropolis Thanked the Army & Navy" & more.
Page 5 has "Washington" "The Great Inauguration Ball Last Night" "General Disgust with the Vice President Chosen... See More
Beginning of the Civil War...
Item #691117
April 26, 1861
NEW YORK HERALD, April 26, 1861 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE WAR" "Important from Washington" "Decisive Reply of the President to the Baltimore Committee" "The United States Troops to Go Through Maryland" "Troops Rapidly Concentrating at the Capital" "The Sixth, Seventh, Twelfth and Seventy-first New York ... See More
Prelude to the Lincoln County War... Mormons vs. the Navajos...
Item #691800
February 04, 1874
NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 4, 1874 The front page includes: "Troubles In New Mexico and Colorado" being a report from Denver concerning the troubles in Lincoln County. This was a prelude to the Lincoln County War in 1878, in which Billy the Kid was involved.
The report also mentions: "...the Navajo Indians and Mormons who live near the north-west boundary are at war. The Morons hav... See More
For veterans of the Civil War...
Item #697566
May 01, 1889
VETERAN'S ADVOCATE, Concord, New Hampshire, May 1, 1889 This newspaper is: "Devoted to the interests of the G. A. R. [Grand Army of the Republic] and all veterans of the War of the Rebellion" as the Civil War was then called.
Several of the articles are reflective of Civil War events.
Four pages, nice condition.
Early publication from the Salvation Army...
Item #697569
November 05, 1898
WAR CRY, San Francisco, Nov. 5, 1898 Beneath the title is: "An Official Gazette of the Salvation Army Pacific Coast Division." At the upper left is: "William Booth, General" who, along with his wife, founded the Salvation Army.
Twelve pages, much wear at the margins and folds with tears, yet an uncommon title from the 19th century. Measures 11 by 15 3/4 inches.
George Washington is illustriously received in Richmond...
Item #699748
February 17, 1785
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 17, 1785 The back page has most of a column headed: "AMERICA - From the Virginia Gazette" with datelines from Richmond and New York. One report begins: "Last Sunday...came to this city his Excellency Gen. George Washington, Esq., the next day he was ushered in with the discharge of 13 cannon when every countenance shewed the most heart-felt ... See More
P. T. Barnum was a "special partner"... Scenes of Tahiti... Notre Dame...
Item #700104
October 22, 1853
ILLUSTRATED NEWS, New York, Oct. 22, 1853 Formatted much like Harper's Weekly, but published 4 years previous to the more famous title. P.T. Barnum was a "Special Partner" in this publication as noted on one of the back pages.
Among prints within are: "Valparaiso and Santiago Railroad, Chili" "Entrance to the Bosphorus, Turkey" "The Carrollton Via... See More
Twenty-seven illustrated ship ads on the front page...
Item #700340
December 07, 1792
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Dec. 7, 1792 If you are looking for a very nice, typical American newspaper of the late 1700's, here's a great one for a modest price. A four page issue with a nice mix of news of the day and advertisements.
The front page has 27 illustrated ship ads, making this a nice display issue.
Wide, never-trimmed margins (desired),... See More
Eulogy on the death of Abraham Lincoln...
Item #703860
May 01, 1865
UTICA MORNING HERALD, New York, May 1, 1865 The front page has a very lengthy: "Eulogy by the Hon. George Bancroft, Delivered in the City of New York, Tuesday, April 25th, 1865" headed: "Abraham Lincoln".
Inside pages contain: "The President's Remains" "The Funeral Cortege" "View Of The Rebel Lee" "The War" and other end-of-war... See More
Thomas Jefferson's reply to the New Jerusalem church in Baltimore...
Item #667651
March 27, 1801
NEW-ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, March 27, 1801 Page 2 has an address of congratulations on assuming the Presidency from the New Jerusalem Church in Baltimore to the President, with his gracious reply, signed in type: Thomas Jefferson.
Page 2 also has an address from the Mass. legislature to former President Adams thanking him for his service, followed by his humble reply, signed in type: Joh... See More
Black troops fighting in Florida...
Item #690838
February 10, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 10, 1863 The best content might be the first 2 columns of page 2 headed with: "THE WAR IN FLORIDA" "Negro Troops Against the Rebels" 'The First South Carolina volunteers in the Field" "Salt Works Destroyed" and more.
The front page has: "From The South Carolina Coast" "Onslaught of the Rebel Rams at Charleston on the... See More
Gold mining successes in California...
Item #691700
October 06, 1852
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Oct. 6, 1852 Page 3 has a report headed: "California Intelligence" which takes half a column of various news. A few bits include a report concerning a slave under the Fugitive Slave Law; also: "...A lump weighing 25 lbs. & valued at from $4,000 to $6,000 was recently taken...SA few days previous a thousand dollars lump was fo... See More
People are charmed with the interior lands of South Carolina...
Item #693376
March 26, 1763
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 26, 1763 The front page has over half a column headed: "America" with datelines from New York, Charleston, and Boston. The Charleston account includes; "...The back part of this Province [South Carolina] will soon be better settled than ever, abundance of people coming daily from the northward to view the lands; who, being charmed with thei... See More
Working toward a treaty to end the Revolutionary War...
Item #700880
May 27, 1783
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, May 27, 1783 The front page has some content concerning work toward the treaty of peace to end the Revolutionary War.
Page 2 has: "Sir Guy Carleton has used every possible endeavor to persuade Congress to ratify the treaty with America, without waiting till the troops shall be withdrawn, but his efforts have been entirely fruitless..." with more... See More
A variant and short-lived title...
Item #649223
THE REHEARSAL OF OBSERVATOR, London, England 1704-1705 A variant title --& earlier date--of the newspaper titled "The Rehearsal", and much less common. A single sheet newspaper printed on both sides measuring 8 by 13 inches. The image shown is only an example of the layout and condition of what you will receive. Actual issues vary within the specifications given.Note: U... See More
Horse racing magazine from Lexington, Kentucky...
Item #646999
THE THOROUGHBRED RECORD, Lexington, Kentucky, 1913 As the title would suggest this magazine is focused on horse racing, and the masthead notes: "A Weekly Thoroughbred Journal Published by the Thoroughbred Record Company".The front page has a horse racing-related photo with a great wealth of text inside on the horse racing. Many horse racing advertisements as well.
Note: The... See More
From the Oneida Community...
Item #649272
THE CIRCULAR or AMERICAN SOCIALIST, Oneida, New York, 1870's A lot of 10 issues from this well-known socialist "commune" (of Oneida flatware/silverware fame) from the post-Civil War 19th century. All are in great condition. Small folio size, 4 pages.
On the beginning of the Civil War...
Item #688725
April 24, 1861
WESTERN CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE, Cincinnati, Ohio, April 24, 1861 Although the title would suggest mostly religious content, there is also much reporting on the on-going Civil War.
From the beginning weeks of the Civil War, the front page has a great editorial: "The 'Peace At Any Price' Policy". Also: "Major Anderson in New York" in which he reflects upon the beginnin... See More
News from the Mexican War...
Item #690589
August 02, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 2, 1847 Page 3 has nearly 1 1/2 columns taken upon with: "The News From Mexico" which is on the Mexican War. This is followed by: "Health of Vera Cruz" and then: "A Speech From Gen. Taylor" concerning a celebration at Monterey, Mexico. Also: "The Force Under Gen. Taylor".
Four pages, nice condition.... See More
Moody and Sankey and the religious awakening...
Item #699952
November 22, 1875
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Nov. 22, 1875 Page 2 has two columns taken up with: "MOODY AND SANKEY" "A Wonderful Beginning in the New Field".
This is on Dwight L. Moody, a notable American evangelist, and Ira D. Sankey, an American gospel singer and composer, known for his long association with Dwight L. Moody in a series of religious revival campaigns in America and Britain ... See More
Political cartoon with a baseball theme...
Item #700988
October 09, 1875
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, Oct. 9, 1875 The full front page is a political cartoon with a baseball theme.
Page 4 is taken up with multiple prints of the: "Sixth Annual Fall Games of the New York Athletic Club at Mott Haven.,..". The back page has a print of: "Monticello, Virginia, the Home of Jefferson & of Randolph".
Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed so it fol... See More
Published by the famed Grand Opera House...
Item #701275
January 18, 1879
GRAND OPERA HOUSE, (New York), Jan. 18, 1879 This is essentially an in-house newsletter for this famous venue, which notes in the masthead: "The Most Magnificent Theatre In The World".
Pike's Opera House, later renamed the Grand Opera House, was a theater in New York City on the northwest corner of 8th Avenue and 23rd Street, in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. It was co... See More
Much news from the War of 1812...
Item #710799
April 27, 1813
THE WAR, New York, April 27, 1813 The entire front page is taken up with: "British Parliament - American Affairs" which carries over to page 2.
Inside: "Impressment of American Seamen" " which includes 3 affidavits; "To the Young Men of Ohio" "Northwestern Army" "Naval Memoranda" with the back page having letters from Baltimore, Fort St... See More
Cyrus LeRoy Baldridge color cover... double page German battle front map...
Item #717008
October 05, 1918
LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, October 5, 1918
* Cyrus LeRoy Baldridge color cover - YMCA
* Double-page map of German battle-front
* Full-page color ads
The front page is a color illustration by C. Le Roy Baldridge: “At the sign of the Red Triangle" (with Y.M.C.A. in the background). Several articles related to WWI are present along with
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A "camp newspaper" printed on board a transport ship...
Item #698303
November 18, 1945
THE NEWSBUOY, Nov. 18, 1945, printed on board the U.S.S. Gen. Blatchford, a transport ship from World War II. As for its location, the black page notes: "Aboard Ship, at Sea--But Never Enough to See Land".
This is a "camp newspaper", one of hundreds of which were printed aboard ships, at forts, in camps during WWII, etc. Much like the others, it is crudely produced with ... See More
Much news from the War of 1812...
Item #703012
April 27, 1813
THE WAR, New York, April 27, 1813 The entire front page is taken up with: "British Parliament - American Affairs" which carries over to page 2.
Inside: "Impressment of American Seamen" " which includes 3 affidavits; "To the Young Men of Ohio" "Northwestern Army" "Naval Memoranda" with the back page having letters from Baltimore, Fort St... See More
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