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Catalog 365 - released for April, 2026...
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Pre-Civil War baseball... How to settle the Heenan/Sayers draw...
Item #675287
June 09, 1860
WILKES' SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, New York, June 9, 1860 Basically a sports-themed newspaper. Page 6 has over a full column headed: "Base Ball" which has reports of five games, with the crude box scores. Also: "Base Ball In Albany--Champion Club"
Another page has: "The Championship - Sayers and Heenan--the Question Settled" which deals with how to settle the issue of their historic match, which wa... 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
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.
Trial and conviction of a spy...
Item #716129
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
Great account of the Hornet taking the HMS Penguin...
Item #716051
July 12, 1815
CONNECTICUT SPECTATOR, Middletown, July 12, 1815 Page 3 has nearly a full column taken up with: "ANOTHER BRILLIANT NAVAL VICTORY, achieved by the U.S. Sloop of War Hornet, Captain Biddle, Mounting but twenty Guns, In the Capture & Destruction of his Britannic Majesty's Sloop of War Penguin...".
Four pages, very nice condition.
Madison's state-of-the-union address for 1815...
Item #715489
December 13, 1815
CONNECTICUT SPECTATOR, Middletown, Dec. 13, 1815 Most of page 2 is taken up with the: "PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE", being the annual state-of-the-union address signed in type by: James Madison.
In this annual message, Madison reflects up the events of the year, including the conclusion of the War of 1812, with many additional concerns for the nation. Page 3 has a lengthy editorial concerning it.
Four... See More
Dealing with end-of-war issues...
Item #714381
August 12, 1782
THE SALISBURY & WINCHESTER JOURNAL, England, Aug. 12, 1782 Very ornate & decorative lettering in the masthead. The front page has: "America" with a report from Annapolis noting: "Rivington's Royal Gazette...announcing the arrival of Sir Guy Carleton at New York as a commissioner for making peace or war in North America...and the draught of a bill brought into the B... See More
From this one-time boom town of Gunnison...
Item #712908
June 05, 1882
GUNNISON DAILY REVIEW, Colorado, June 5, 1882 An uncommon title from this boom mining town in the southwestern quadrant of Colorado, tucked in a valley amidst the Rocky Mountains.
Gunnison boomed in the late 1870's and early 1880's and was once the home of Wyatt Earp and "Texas Jack". Today, there are some 5500 residents of Gunnison. The front page begins with a two-column advertisement for "... See More
Robert E. Lee pledges to support the Constitution & the freedom of slaves...
Item #708724
October 17, 1865
NEW YORK TIMES, Oct. 17, 1865 Near the top of the front page: "Gen. Lee Takes the Amnesty Oath" which includes the complete printing of the document in which he pledges to support the Constitution of the United States & support all laws regarding the emancipation of slaves, signed in type: R. E. Lee.
First column has heads include: "FIREMEN'S JUBILEE" "Grand Parade of Firemen in Phil... See More
Great "travelogue" article on Southern Colorado...
Item #699968
July 08, 1875
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 8, 1875 Page 3 has: "SOUTHERN COLORADO" "A Visit To The San Juan Mines" "The Road to the Mines--Manitou Springs--A Long Strange Ride--Richness of the Mines".
This is a wonderfully detailed & very descriptive article on Southern Colorado, with subheads including: "A Stage Ride" "Del Norte" "Among the Miners" and "Yield of the Mines.
This is followed by another lengthy
Paul Revere's son in the bell foundry business...
Item #710244
February 21, 1822
BOSTON DAILY ADVERTISER, Feb. 21, 1822
* Paul Revere's son
The front page has an illustrated ad for "Joseph W. Revere..."Factory and ship Bells..." with a bit more.
Joseph was the 3rd Paul Revere's 8 children, taking over the bell foundry business from his father in 1811.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, good condition.... See More
Molly Maguires murder trial at Mauch Chunk...
Item #716132
February 19, 1876
NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 19, 1876 The top of page 3 has small one-column headings: "The Molly Maguires" "The Jones Murder--The Voluntary Confession of Kerrigan--Probable Breaking Up Of The Organization".
Ten pages, very nice condition.
On removing the Cherokees to west of the Mississippi...
Item #711820
August 21, 1830
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Aug. 21, 1830 Near the back is: "Removal of the Cherokees" which is a follow-up to the Indian Removal Act signed by the President 3 months prior. The lengthy letter from the "Department of War, Office of Indian Affairs" explains the benefits of the Indians being removed to west of the Mississippi and the dangers of staying where they... See More
Relocating Loyalists... Wishing for the life from before independence...
Item #709619
January 10, 1784
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 10, 1784 Page 2 has a report from New York noting in part: "...a considerable number of soldiers, whose regiments had been disbanded by authority, have settled in the territories of the United States rather than go to Nova Scotia where they would have been sent at government expense. Several of these soldiers too had received arrears of pay...". ... See More
In honor of George Lord Viscount Howe... Building a fort at Penobscot, Maine...
Item #694054
April 03, 1759
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 3, 1759 The front page has news reports headed: "America" which includes an item from Boston that: "...the General Assembly... voted the sum of 250 pounds sterling for the erecting a monument in Westminster Abbey in memory of the Right Hon. George, Lord Viscount Howe, who unfortunately lost his life in defence of his King and country in the late attack at... See More
Investigating the Battle of Bladensburg... Loss of the frigate President...
Item #716026
January 26, 1815
MIDDLESEX GAZETTE, Middletown, Connecticut, Jan. 26, 1815 The front page has over a full column, & carrying over to take over half a column, with much detail on a Congressional report on the: "Battle Of Bladensburg", a significant defeat for the Americans in the War of 1812, paving the way for the British to march into Washington, D.C.
Inside has: "Loss Of The President Frigate", then a r... See More
Gifts to George Washington from Virginia...
Item #714562
May 01, 1785
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1785 Among the articles within are: "Observations on a Tour Through the Island of Jersey" which is in the English Channel; "Anecdotes of Hogarth" "Summary of Proceedings in the Present Session of Parliament" "Original Letter form Dr. Johnston" & so much more.
Near the back is: "Intelligence..." with news from various corners of the globe including: "Advi... See More
Charles Dickens visits America...
Item #713669
March 12, 1842
THE WEEKLY HERALD, New York, March 12, 1842 The front page has among some one-column heads: "Three Important Matters--Arrival of Charles Dickens (Boz) and Lady..." with the article beginning: "The distinguished lion of literature, Charles Dickens, accompanied by his beautiful lady, arrived in our city yesterday afternoon from Philadelphia..." with more on his visit and comments on his wife a... See More
From General Van Rennselaer to General Dearborn...
Item #713658
November 11, 1812
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 11, 1812 Over 1 1/2 columns on the front page contain: "Copies of Letters from Major General Van Rennselaer...to Major General Dearborn...". Over half of page 2 (and a bit of pg. 3) are taken up with the "President's Message" to Congress in which he reports much on the War of 1812. It is signed in type: James M... See More
On the Prince Regent taking over for his father, King George III...
Item #713639
April 27, 1811
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 27, 1811 During the latter years of his reign, King George III was declared mentally incapable of carrying on his duties. Thus, the "Care of the King During his Illness Act" of 1811 came into play, giving his son, the Prince Regent and the future King George IV, the authority to act in his father's behalf.
All of pages 1-6 are taken up with v... See More
An account of Canada... Journey from Quebec to Montreal... Life of a modern physician...
Item #713621
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1755 Among the articles are: "Secret of the Fire-eating Art" "An Account of some New Experiments on Human Blood" "Life of a Modern Physician" "A Letter from R. Brook, M.D. in Maryland..." concerning Fahrenheit's thermometer; "New Improvement of the Barometer" which includes a nice illustration of it; "An Account of Canada, Given to the Governor of ... See More
Once Tuleburg, then Fat City, then Mudville, but now Stockton...
Item #712889
November 22, 1870
DAILY EVENING HERALD, Stockton, California, Nov. 22, 1870 The city, founded in 1849, is named after Robert F. Stockton and it was the first community in California to have a name not of Spanish or Native American origin. During its early years, Stockton was known by several names including "Tuleburg" "Fat City" and "Mudville".
Built during the California Gold Rush, Stockton's seaport serves ... See More
Soldiers are going home... Negro suffrage...
Item #710605
May 13, 1865
NEW YORK TIMES, May 13, 1865 Among the front page column heads on the ending events of the Civil War are: "THE HOMEWARD MARCH" "The Second & Fifth Corps Arrive Near Alexandria" "They Meet with the Kindest Treatment on the Way from Richmond" "Sherman's Veterans Will Begin to Arrive About Sunday" and more.
Page 4 has: "The Trial of the Assassins--Action of the Government". The back page has... See More
Much on the character of Thomas Jefferson...
Item #708144
July 28, 1803
SALEM REGISTER, Massachusetts, July 28, 1803 The entire front page ks taken up with a very lengthy & detailed article headed: "Character Of THOMAS JEFFERSON, President of the United States. by Allan B. Magruder".
Page 3 has a report noting: "The Palladium is sorry that federalism has so few friends in the new State Ohio, where it seems only 30 federal votes rule be obtained..." with more.... See More
Battle of Queenston...
Item #713659
November 02, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Nov. 2, 1812 Inside has: "Battle Of Queenston" "Further Particulars" "From Detroit" "Trial For Piracy" "War Events at Black Rock" and a few other items.
Four pages, nice condition.
By the Shaker Community...
Item #713647
THE SHAKER, Shakers, New York, and Shaker Village, New Hampshire, July, 1872 A monthly publication "Published By The United Societies" for folks in the Shaker community, quite famous today for the style of furniture they produced.This issue has much religious-related content including "What is Truth? "Constitution & Bible" "Woman's Rights" "H... See More
Beautiful masthead in this Canterbury newspaper...
Item #649281
January 01, 1795
KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, 1795 We seldom have titles to offer from Canterbury, and this newspaper has one of the more decorative & beautiful mastheads of the era. Note the two very detailed engravings on either side, one of which is the fabled Canterbury Cathedral. A coat-of-arms in the middle, with very ornate lettering for 'Kentish Gazette'.
A fine issue of this title, compl... See More
Gold Rush era...
Item #649225
NEW-YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, 1849 Although this issue does not have specific gold rush content, it is a great “period” item with 1849 in the dateline. The issue contains many ads related to California and westward expansion, including several that have small wood-cut prints. The images shown are representative of the condition and format of the issue you will receive, but actual dates... See More
On the New Harmony utopian community...
Item #712426
April 28, 1827
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, April 28, 1827 Page 4 has a report: "New Harmony" concerning this famous utopian community. It begins: "The society established at this place by Mr. Owen does not appear to have proceeded so much with the 'spirit of one man' as was expected..." with more.
New Harmony is the site of not just one, but two early American utopia... See More
Early from the 'Inland Empire' of California...
Item #712864
February 27, 1879
THE DAILY TIMES, San Bernardino, California, Feb. 27, 1879 An early newspaper from what is now known as the 'Inland Empire' in Southern California. Typical news and ads of the day from when it was still the Wild West.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, news agent's stamp in the masthead, very small mended hole in the masthead, nice condition.
19th century damaged lot of 20 newspapers...
Item #694707
(20) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of 20 damaged American newspapers dating from 1820 - 1899, containing at least 5 different titles within the lot. The issues may have staining, edge tears, close-trimming, heavy foxing & wear, missing pages, cut-outs, etc. A great lot for a dealer, someone wishing to begin a collection when the condition is not a concern, or scrapbooking. Please note the ... See More
This item is not eligible for free shipping.
Slave trader Adolphus Lacoste... The Macedonian to pursue pirates...
Item #713265
April 20, 1822
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, April 20, 1822 Page 2 has a report: "The Slave Trade" that begins: "A. Lacoste, of Charleston, S.C. who was convicted at Boston in 1820 of being engaged in the slave trade & condemned to five years imprisonment & the payment of a fine of $3,000, has been pardoned by the President of the United States..." with further det... See More
Reconstruction efforts, and the plight of former slaves...
Item #708471
June 26, 1865
NEW YORK TIMES, June 26, 1865 Articles inside include: "The Freedmen's Bureau - Report of the Condition o the Freedmen" "The Homeward March" which reports on the soldiers returning from the fields of battle; "Negro Suffrage an Uncertain Remedy--The True Reliance" "Reconstruction In South Carolina" "From North Carolina - Progress of the Reconstruction Movement - Abuse of the Freedmen" and mor... See More
Decorative masthead... late 1700's...
Item #649227
THE NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE, England, 1784-1788 See the photo for the very nice & ornate lettering in the masthead, making this a displayable issue. This is a folio size newspaper of 4 pages which was never bound nor trimmed--difficult to find as such.
Various news of the day & a wealth of ads, and a red-inked tax stamp at the bottom of the front page. Minor wear to the edges a
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Various news of the day & a wealth of ads, and a red-inked tax stamp at the bottom of the front page. Minor wear to the edges a
By and for brewery and soft drink workers...
Item #649248
BREWERY & SOFT DRINK WORKERS' JOURNAL, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1918 An interesting folio size newspaper for members of the: "International Union of United Brewery & Soft Drink Workers" from just a year before Prohibition. Two of the inside pages are in German. An interesting newspaper for display in a home bar, etc.Four pages, lightly toned, some minor margin tears, small b... See More
Focused on pacifism, and still with the original wrappers...
Item #723401
July 01, 1828
THE FRIEND OF PEACE, Cambridge, Massachusetts, July, 1828 This was a 19th-century anti-war publication authored by Noah Worcester (under the pseudonym "Philo Pacificus"), focused on promoting peace and Christian pacifism through essays.
Complete in 32 pages, still having the original blue wrappers noting the contents, never bound nor trimmed, a library stamp at the top of the fron... See More
Bandits wreck and train... General Crook has Indian troubles...
Item #714582
September 19, 1876
THE NEWS & COURIER, Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 19, 1876 The front page begins with over half a column on: "Black Bandits At Bay" "A Train Wrecked and Fired Into by Negroes" "Origin of the Trouble..." with further subheads.
Also on the front page: "Crook's Command In Trouble le - A March Through a Desert--Hostile Indians and Want of Food".
Page 2 has a notice supporting Samuel J. Til... See More
Andrew Jackson is likely to be the new figurehead for the frigate Constitution?
Item #713638
July 10, 1834
DAILY EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Boston,, July 10, 1834 Page 2 has an interesting article: "Protection For the Constitution", referring to the famous frigate. It is more of a political report, referring to a Jackson newspaper which mentions: "...in speaking of the mutilation of the figurehead of the Constitution...".
Jesse Elliott, the new commander of the Boston Navy Yard, directed the installation... See More
Details of a duel between cousins...
Item #713631
February 24, 1819
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 24, 1819 Page 2 has: "The Late Savage Duel" between General Mason and Mr. McCarthy. between General A. T. Mason and his cousin, Colonel John McCarty
The detailed account takes over half a column & offers much detail. There is much about this famous duel on the internet.
Four pages, a bit irregular at the blank spine from disbinding, good condi... See More
Nothing happening concerning the Louisiana Purchase... Napoleon's cruelty...
Item #713018
June 28, 1803
WINDSOR FEDERAL GAZETTE, Vermont, June 28, 1803 The front page has a lengthy report headed: "Horrid Cruelty of Bonaparte!"
Page 3 has an item noting: "Dispatches were received...from Mr. Monroe. Nothing official has transpired...The profound silence which is observed concerning our own affairs, and the situation of Louisiana, is rather inauspicious. ...we may draw a very strong inference of u... See More
President Thomas Jefferson signs six Acts of Congress...
Item #708171
June 01, 1808
NATIONAL AEGIS, Worcester, Massachusetts, June 1, 1808 The front page contains six Acts of Congress, one for providing money for the support of the Navy of the United States, another for laying an Embargo on all ship & vessels, another for providing voting rights to those in the Mississippi Territory, and another concerning an act for fortifying the ports & harbors of the U.S., ... See More
In the North, but pro-South...
Item #707598
September 02, 1863
THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, Sept. 2, 1863 This anti-war newspaper insisted slavery should not be abolished, so consequently much content has an anti-North bias.
Among the various articles are "The Purpose & Object of Abolition Lies" "General Jackson" "The Campaign In Ohio" "Abolition Attack on a Democratic Procession--A Fight & Several Killed & Wounded" "An Execution In New
Alexander Hamilton's famous newspaper...
Item #706978
July 31, 1802
NEW YORK EVENING POST, July 31, 1802 This is the famous newspaper founded by Alexander Hamilton in 1801, still publishing today.
The front page is taken up with advertisements, 8 of which are illustrated ship ads. Various news reports of the day from Thomas Jefferson's administration.
Four pages, minor margin tears, nice condition.
News from America...
Item #692895
January 16, 1768
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 16, 1768 Page 6 begins with: "America" with reports from New York and Newport. The back page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Newport, Rhode-Island" with several reports.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, wide, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
Cal Ripken breaks Lou Gehrig's record...
Item #649307
September 07, 1995
THE SUN, Baltimore, September 7, 1995 A very historic issue for the baseball collector, being the Baltimore newspaper reporting Cal Ripken's 2,131st consecutive game, breaking Lou Gehrig's record which stood for 56 years. Great headlines and photos of Ripken appear on both the front page and the 1st page of the Sports Section.
The issue is believed to be complete in multiple section... See More
Over 340 years old and at a lesser price...
Item #649303
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's (2nd-rate) A genuine issue of this famous title, the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today.This newspaper is a bit "2nd rate" in condition, having minor disfigurements such as heavy foxing, edge tears, close trimming or other minor problems which allow us to discount ... See More
Large & ornate masthead from the Civil War...
Item #649226
NEW HAMPSHIRE JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE, Manchester, 1861 The title reflects the theme of this issue, being primarily a farming-related newspaper with agricultural concerns taking much of the front page and some inside space as well. However Civil War reporting is found on page two with a review of the week's battle events and military concerns. Of added significance is the large and very d... See More
Death of The Beatles' George Harrison...
Item #696264
November 30, 2001
DAILY NEWS, New York, Nov. 30, 2001 See the photo below for the great front page heading and photo concerning the death of Beatle George Harrison. Lengthy article & many more photos on the inside pages. The complete issue, very nice condition.
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #649246
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1699 An opportunity for a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This issue is well over 300 years old. Very nice condition with some minor foxing, single sheet, printed on both sides. A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collection.&nb... See More
A political newspaper... The Blair House...
Item #724603
May 03, 1838
EXTRA GLOBE, Washington, May 3, 1838 There would appear to have been three titles with this name as Miles ("The People's Voice") notes a campaign newspaper from 1832 and another from 1836. This is the one founded in 1834. In its first issue it noted: "The Extra Globe, which we publish today, is the beginning of the series of weekly papers in which it is our intention to co... See More
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