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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Special Announcement regarding a Tim Hughes' milestone: </strong><a href="https://blog.rarenewspapers.com/from-passion-to-legacy-50-years-strong-and-counting/">From Passion to Legacy: 50 Years Strong... and Counting...</a><br />
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Special Edition: Operation Desert Storm...
Item #698288
January 17, 1991
THE CAPITAL, Annapolis, Maryland, Jan. 17, 1991 Noted above the masthead: "Special Edition - Operation Desert Storm" with the headline proclaiming: "WE'RE AT WAR ! " with a map of the Iraq War vicinity.
Presumed complete in 10 pages being a Special Edition, great condition.
This title is not held by any American institution...
Item #700237
August 03, 1799
FELIX FARLEY'S BRISTOL JOURNAL, England, Aug. 3, 1799 The masthead features an engraving somewhat similar to the Royal coat-of-arms. A folio size newspaper with untrimmed margins, several illustrated ship ads on the front page with mostly British & other European reports inside.
This title is not held by any American institution. It is Crane & Kaye title #1316a.
Four pages, ful... See More
President Buchanan's cabinet...
Item #701333
April 11, 1857
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, April 11, 1857 Nice full page shows: "The Cabinet" of President Buchanan, with displayable portraits of the seven men, with an accompanying article.
a print of: "Robert J. Walker, the New Governor of Kansas". There are 5 prints on the war between Persia and England.
The back page has 4 cartoons.
Sixteen pages, great condition.... See More
Containing 'romance, literature, & general intelligence'...
Item #702098
July 23, 1859
BANNER OF LIGHT, New York & Boston, July 23, 1859 Within the masthead is: "A Weekly Journal Of Romance, Literature & General Intelligence" which pretty much describes what is found within.
Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to a single sheet, minimal fold & margin wear, good condition.
Bandits are planning to invade Texas...
Item #702099
April 25, 1818
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 25, 1818 Page 2 has an article: "New Banditti" that reports: "...that banditti, composed of French and other Europeans, were forming a military nest at Galveston [Galveston]...and that they intended to invade from thence the Spanish province of Texas...".
pages, never bound nor trimmed, in great condition.
Print of Acton's first meeting house...
Item #702113
December 21, 1882
THE ACTON MONITOR, Massachusetts, Dec. 21, 1882 This is the volume 1, number 7 issue by "The Evangelical Society of Acton". The front page features a print of: "The First Meeting House of Acton".
Four pages, good condition.
From Nebraska...
Item #707329
March 21, 1883
THE LINCOLN DAILY NEWS, Nebraska, March 21, 1883 We seldom encounter Nebraska newspapers from during the Wild West era, but here is one. Lincoln is the capital of Nebraska and this issue is dated from just 16 years after statehood.
Gregory's 'Union List of American Newspapers' notes that the only institution holding any issues of this title is the Nebraska Historical Society, an... See More
Second Battle of Murfreesboro...
Item #691860
January 16, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES, Jan. 16, 1863 Among the front page one column heads on the Civil War are: "The Army Of The Potomac" "Condition & Prospects of the Army" "From The Rebel States" "Abuse of a Flag of Truce at Fredericksburgh" "Estimates of the Results of the Battle at Murfreesboro" and much more.
Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed (p... See More
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.
Panoramic view of Petersburg, Virginia...
Item #701851
September 03, 1864
THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, Sept. 3, 1864 There was much interest in England concerning the American Civil War, England favoring more for the South because of their need for cotton.
The tipped-in, doublepage centerfold has two, large, panoramic prints: "The War In America - View of Petersburg & Its Suburbs From General Lee's Headquarters".
Twenty-four pages, gre... 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
Battle of Cross Keys: Fremont vs. Jackson...
Item #681572
June 16, 1862
NEW YORK TIMES, June 16, 1862 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE SHENANDOAH BATTLES" "The Battle of Cross Keys, Between Fremont & Jackson" "Full Particulars..." "The Enemy Posted Entirely Under Cover" "The Field Won by the Superior Fighting of Our Troops" "The Hottest Fight of the War" "The Battle ... See More
Bowling Green, Kentucky, is torched...
Item #681647
June 11, 1864
NEW YORK HERALD, June 11, 1864 Among the front page one column Civil War heads are: "GRANT ! " "Continued Skirmishing Along the Union Lines" "Appearance of Guerrillas Near White House" "The Town of Bowling Green Burned" "HUNTER "The Victory on Sunday Last" "Our Troops in Pursuit of the Enemy" "Reported Occupation of Lexing... See More
On Napoleon at Waterloo...
Item #699383
May 03, 1817
THE NATIONAL REGISTER, Washington, May 3, 1817 An uncommon title that existed from March 2, 1816 thru Dec. 7, 1820. As the photos show the format was very much like the more popular 'Niles Weekly Register' which began in 1811, but not remotely as successful.
Inside has much on the life of Napoleon Bonaparte, one portion headed: "Blunder of Waterloo".
Sixteen pages, 6 1/4 ... See More
Siege of Fort Sumter... War events near Chattanooga...
Item #700479
August 25, 1863
NEW YORK HERALD, Aug. 25, 1863 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "SIEGE OF FORT SUMTER" "Interesting Correspondence Between General Gilmore and General Beauregard" "Details of the Bombardment of the 18th Inst." "Important From Tennessee" "General Rosecrsans' Army in Front of Chattanooga" "Fire Opened on the City... See More
The First Barbary War...
Item #700658
February 12, 1806
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, Feb. 12, 1806 The front pages content on the First Barbary War including the: "Convention" or treaty with Tripoli in hopes of resolving the problems between the two nations.
Four pages, very nice condition.
A mutiny attempt on the frigate Congress?
Item #702803
April 28, 1800
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, April 28, 1800 Page 3 has an interesting report headed: "Mutiny - On Road the Congress Frigate" with the text beginning: "On the 4th inst. a most serious & alarming mutiny broke out on board the Congress frigate, of 36 runs, lying at Craney Island..." with more detail. It appears an all-out mutiny was averted. We can find nothing abo... See More
World War I: the French make a 'brilliant' gain...
Item #705907
May 09, 1917
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, California, May 9, 1917 Nice front page headlines on World War I include: "FRENCH IN BRILLIANT GAIN" "Promise Wilson Billion for Ships" "First Line Trenches Captured In Night; Fighting At Fresnoy" with related subheads on the war.
Complete in 14 pages, library stamp at the top, nice condition.
Invasion of Japan will provide a 'speedy victory'...
Item #705925
June 22, 1945
CHESTER TIMES, Pennsylvania, June 22, 1945 The banner headline notes: "Gen. Marshall Pledges Invasion of Japan---Plan for 'Speedy Victory' " with many related subheads.
Complete in 18 pages, very nice condition.
A broadside "newspaper" covering World War II...
Item #705973
October 13, 1944
TEL-PICS, New York, a lot of five issues: Sept. 18, 28, 30; Oct. 4, 13, 1944 This was a broadside (printed on one side only) newspaper originally meant to be displayed in store windows, mostly taken up with a large photo of the war, plus a caption. A very unusual item.
Each measures 10 1/2 by 12 1/2 inches, once folded to envelope size with a mailing address on the reverse, good condition, ... See More
William Cowper poem: the abolition of the slave trade...
Item #705982
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES For The Country, Philadelphia, May 25, 1807 Page 3 has: "THE ABOLITION OF THE SLAVE TRADE" which is the timely reprinting of the William Cowper poem "The Morning Dream" (shown here issue simply as "A Dream"). Nice to have the printing of Cowper's poem so soon after the enactment of the Slave Trade Act of 1807. It woul... 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.
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
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
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
News from the War of 1812...
Item #672742
October 15, 1812
BOSTON GAZETTE, Oct. 15, 1812 Page 2 has a report: "Western News" which mentions in part: "...news relative to the war operations in the North West...two large boats...entered the mouth of Genesee River and cast out two vessels...Several other vessels have been captured on the lake and some depredations committed by the English boatmen on the frontier inhabitants..." and ... See More
Baseball before the Civil War...
Item #675285
March 17, 1860
WILKES' SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, New York, March 17, 1860 A rather famous sporting newspaper calling itself: "A Chronicle of the Turf, Field Sports, Literature and the Stage".
Page 4 has a brief report headed: "Base Ball - The Base Ball Championship Game at New Orleans, La." between Empire and Southern, including the crude box score.
Sixteen pages, wear at the margins, ... See More
Wealth of Civil War reporting...
Item #681565
April 02, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES, April 2, 1863 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "News From the Mississippi" "Latest Rebel News" "Important From Kentucky" "Pegram's Forces Defeated by Gen. Gilmore" "The Movements Against Port Hudson" "Report of the Committee on the Conduct of the War" & much more.
Eight pages, very nic... See More
Lengthy on the life of Charles Dickens...
Item #691797
February 22, 1874
NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 22, 1874 Page 3 has 2 1/2 columns taken up with: "CHARLES DICKENS" "Further Extracts From Mr. Forster's Biography" containing a wealth of interesting content on this notable writer.
Eight pages, four binding holes near the spine affect about 7 words in the Dickens article, otherwise nice condition.
San Francisco earthquake in a local newspaper...
Item #698291
October 18, 1989
THE TIMES, San Mateo, California, Oct. 18, 1989 The banner headline above the masthead: "BAY AREA REELS UNDER DEVASTING 6.9 QUAKE" with another banner head more local to San Mateo: "Peninsula Is Spared The Worst" Various related photos, subheads, and a map of the area.
Nice to have a report of this tragedy in a local newspaper.
The complete first section with 14 pages, ... See More
The Civil War begins in America...
Item #700042
April 27, 1861
THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, April 27, 1861 Page 2 has reports headed: "America--Commencement of Hostilities" which reports on the bombing & surrender of Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor, officially beginning the Civil War in America. This is followed by: "Fall of Fat Sumter" with further details.
Then also on page 2: "America" begins with: "P... See More
Battle of Queenston Heights...
Item #700983
November 11, 1812
FEDERAL REPUBLICAN & COMMERCIAL GAZETTE, Georgetown, (District of Columbia), Nov. 11, 1812 From the War of 1812 with the front page have a lengthy document signed y the President; James Monroe". This is followed by: "Reports of the Battle of Queenstown [Queenston Heights, Ontario]".
A few items on the war on pages 2 and 3.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, archival st... See More
Jefferson and Aaron Burr...
Item #702739
August 05, 1807
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 5, 1807 The front page has a letter from the President to the King of Holland, signed in type: Th. Jefferson. Page 2 has a report noting: "The trial of Mr. Burr for High Treason...commenced on Monday last...".
Four pages, slightly irregular at the spine, good condition.
Rebels victorious in Kentucky...
Item #705930
October 21, 1862
PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Oct. 21, 1862 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: A Skirmish At Centreville Station, Virginia" "Interesting From the South" "Stuart's Raid into Pennsylvania the Comic Feature of the War" "The 'Thunderer' on the President's Emancipation Proclamation" "The War In The West" "Advance of t... See More
A ten issue lot of stamp collecting magazines...
Item #649311
(10) STAMP COLLECTING MAGAZINES: Lot of ten different titles from the 1880's & 1890's, all in nice condition, at least 4 pages each, most measuring about 4 by 7 inches.
This item is not eligible for free shipping.
Latest Civil War reports from the fields of battle...
Item #691103
May 24, 1863
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, May 24, 1863 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "Official War News" "McClellan Across the Chickahominy" "Preparations For An Attack" "A Famine In Virginia" "Beauregard At Richmond" "Rebels Want a Ten Day's 'Armistice" and more.
Eight pages, very nice condition.
The Civil War in Tennessee... Taxing the Confederates...
Item #691859
January 14, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES, Jan. 14, 1863 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "Important From Tennessee" "Two Rebel Divisions at Shelbyville, Above Tullahoma" "Longstreet's Corps, Numbering 30,000, Expected from Virginia" "From the Rebel States--An Expose of Confederate Finances" "Taxation A Necessity" "A Truce Called For&quo... See More
The First Barbary War...
Item #700659
September 20, 1805
THE REPERTORY, Boston, Sept. 20, 1805 Page 2 has content concerning the First Barbary War including: "Official" relating to a possible peace treaty with Tripoli. Plus a very lengthy letter signed in type by Captain Isaac Hull concerning the Barbary War. Also: "General Eaton and the Ex-Bashaw" of Tripoli.
Four pages, nice condition.
Acts of Congress signed by Jefferson...
Item #702763
January 29, 1803
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 29, 1803 Page 2 begins with two Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, two discrete archival mends inside not close to the mentioned content, nice condition.
Ornate and displayable masthead...
Item #649305
SATURDAY NIGHT, Philadelphia, 1869 A decorative masthead with content that is primarily literary in nature. There is a front page illustration & a few more inside, with a border around each page. The photo is "generic" but your issue will have a very similar look. Measures 21 by 14 inches with 8 pages. Minor wear.
Columbian Exposition fireworks...
Item #705933
December 02, 1893
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Dec. 2, 1893 The front page is a full page illustration: "The Fireworks at the Columbian Exposition - How Some Striking Effects Were Obtained" with a related article inside.
Also inside are: "Improved Machine for Boring, Turning, and Drilling" "The Columbian Exposition - A 'Moonshiner's Plant" "Manu
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Also inside are: "Improved Machine for Boring, Turning, and Drilling" "The Columbian Exposition - A 'Moonshiner's Plant" "Manu
Nazi newspaper from the island of Guernsey...
Item #705803
May 30, 1944
THE STAR, Guernsey, Channel Islands, May 30, 1944 This island was occupied by the Germans during World War II so all reporting is pro-Nazi propaganda, yet in English, as residents were British. Among the front page reports: "Anglo-Americans Confronted with Hardest Task in Italy" "Preparing Public for Still More Bitter Sacrifices" "Murder Does Not Play" "Torquay &... See More
Magazine by Charles Dickens... An issue from 1851-1853...
Item #649284
HOUSEHOLD WORDS, London, 1851-1853 Charles Dickens published this magazine from 1850 to 1859. Having been frustrated by the interference of publishers when editing three other magazines, Dickens determined that he would have a free hand on "Household Words". Dickens directed every aspect of the magazine's production. He wrote for the magazine, solicited contributions and revise... See More
Cal Ripken Jr. ends the streak at 2,632...
Item #649302
September 21, 1998
THE SUN, Baltimore, September 21, 1998 This 52 page newspaper contains the report of Cal Ripken Jr. ending his famous streak of consecutive games played. The front page headline reads: "2,632 - Ripken Ends The Streak", and includes his response: "I thought about it and decided let's end it in the same place it started. In my home state. In front of the best fans in the wor... See More
A Charles Dickens publication...
Item #649245
ALL THE YEAR ROUND, London, 1862 (single issue from 1862) This was a weekly periodical "Conducted By Charles Dickens", as noted in the masthead. Filled with various literary content, this issue contains 24 pages is in very nice, clean condition, 6 by 9 1/4 inches. Nice to have the "Charles Dickens" name in the title.Disbound without wrappers. The image is an examp... See More
Item #636876
(5) HARPER'S WEEKLY -- the first year: 1857 A lot of 5 issues but all in '2nd rate' condition. Very few illustrations from this initial year.
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The Southern rebellion...
Item #692717
November 28, 1861
THE WORLD, New York, Nov. 28, 1861 Nice front page column heads on the Civil War include: "The Southern Rebellion" "A Penna. Detachment Surprised with Severe Loss" "Successful Skirmish at Drainesville" "Gen. Beauregard Indisposed to Advance" "The Pensacola Fight" "Ominous Silence of the Rebels" and more.
Eight pages, never bound no... See More
Much reporting on the Civil War...
Item #700478
May 29, 1862
SPRINGFIELD DAILY REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts May 29, 1862 The Civil War-related reports are on pages 2 & 4 and include column heads: "Affairs Near Richmond" "News From Corinth" "Naval Appointments" "The Call For Troops" "Disastrous Cavalry Charge" "The Retreat" "The Retreat of Gen. Banks" "The Fight at Winc
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