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Working towards a treaty of peace with England...
Item #667428
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1782 The issue contains much reporting from Parliament as well as other articles. Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has the latest news reports of the day, and includes news from America: "...from Charles Town...36 sail of transports under convoy...for the purpose of bringing off the garrisons of Savannah & St. ... See More
Map of Veracruz & the castle of San Juan...
Item #667390
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1740 The prime feature of this issue is the nice foldout map of Vera Cruz, Castle of San Juan, Port of New Spain titled: "A Plan of the City and Harbour of La Vera Cruz and the Castle of San Juan De Ulua, being the Key of Traffick and the Principal Port of New Spain", folding out to measure 6 1/4 by 7 1/2 inches, with hand-tinted highlight... See More
Ben Franklin letter, & more on the growing difficulties between America and England...
Item #667294
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1768 There is much fine content concerning the strained relationship between England & her American colonies at this time, not long after the repeal of the Stamp Act & the enactment of various other taxes on the colonies. Among them is a circular letter: "Papers Relative to the Troubles in America" which has a letter f... See More
Nice map of portions of Canada...
Item #667291
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1758 Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the very nice & detailed foldout map titled: "A Plan of the City & Harbour of Louisburg; shewing that part of Gabarus Bay in which the English landed, also their Encampment during the Siege in 1745." Within this map is a large inset in the upper left which is: "A Map of the I... See More
Execution of slaves in Antigua...
Item #667285
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1737 Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "Quakers' Plea Against Tythes full Answer'd" "God Exists by the Necessity of Nature" "Sir Isaac Newton Mistaken" "A.B's Reply to Mr. N. Facio on Hebrew Poetry" "The Jesuit Unmasked" "Liberty of the Press the Strongest Barr... See More
Map of Havana, Cuba...
Item #667199
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1762 Although typically missing from most issues, this magazine still contains the full page plate titled: "Plan of the City and Harbour of Havanna" which also includes a key as to the various points of interest.An article: "Weak State of the Island of Jamaica" but the map of Jamaica is lacking.
Near the back of the issue is... See More
Death of the King of England...
Item #667165
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1760 Contains a lengthy article: "An Account of the Taking of Montreal & the subjecting all Canada to the Crown of Great Britain, from the Letters of Maj. Gen. Amherst...". This article takes over 3 pages. It is followed by another nice article: "Description of the Town of Mont Royal, commonly called Montreal..." and this is ... See More
Nice plates, including a cross section of a ship...
Item #667135
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1748 Among the articles are: "Description of Aix la Chapelle & history of the Protestant Religion There" "New Astronomical Observations" "Of the Late Lunar Eclipse" "Of Saturn & Its Rings" (with full page plate) "Description of the City of Lima, from Betagh's Voyage Round the World...&qu
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Nice plates, including a cross section of a ship...
Item #667134
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1748 Among the articles are: "Description of Aix la Chapelle & history of the Protestant Religion There" "New Astronomical Observations" "Of the Late Lunar Eclipse" "Of Saturn & Its Rings" (with full page plate) "Description of the City of Lima, from Betagh's Voyage Round the World...&qu
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Terrific 18th century ship illustration...
Item #667133
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1748 Certainly a prime feature is the terrific, full page illustration of: "A Ship Of War" with considerable detail, and with most of the facing page having the "Explanation to a Ship of War of the third Rate with Rigging, &c., at Anchor".The "Explanation" numerically identifies 148 parts noted on the plates as well ... See More
Terrific 18th century ship illustration...
Item #667124
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1748 Certainly a prime feature is the terrific, full page illustration of: "A Ship Of War" with considerable detail, and with most of the facing page having the "Explanation to a Ship of War of the third Rate with Rigging, &c., at Anchor".The "Explanation" numerically identifies 148 parts noted on the plates as well ... See More
Anti-Catholic sentiment... Much on the Jacobite Rebellion...
Item #667110
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, November, 1745 There is a tremendous amount of content concerning the Jacobite Rebellion with articles: "A Short Account of the Rebellion in 1715 continued" "Remarks on the Young Pretender's Declaration" and further on: "Progress of the Rebels" which takes 3 pages, and "Carlisle Taken by the Rebels"
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Death of Jonathan Swift... Early printing of "God Save the King"... Battle charts...
Item #667109
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1745 A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well. Further on is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh".
Another si
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Death of Jonathan Swift... Early printing of "God Save the King"... Battle charts...
Item #667108
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1745 A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well. Further on is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh".
Another si
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Another si
(3) Gentleman's newspapers from 17th century England...
Item #667076
December 20, 1692
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, June 21, July 5, Dec. 20, 1692
* Rare 17th century title
* Lot of 3 issues
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 320 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/answer format. These newspap
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* Rare 17th century title
* Lot of 3 issues
This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics. A very early English periodical now over 320 years old.
These newspapers were done in question/answer format. These newspap
Trading pelts with the Eskimos...
Item #667031
August 25, 1772
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 25, 1772 The back page has a letter from: "Salem, in New England" which has a nice report concerning trading beaver, ermine & other skins with the Eskimo Indians, taking nearly a full column.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.
A slave kills his master...
Item #667030
August 29, 1772
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 29, 1772
* Slave kills his master
Beginning on the front page & carrying over to take most of pg. 2 is a report from Boston concerning the Massachusetts Assembly making provisions for support of the governor, and the governor supporting the colony. Included are six "resolves" from the General Assembly concerning such arrangements.
Ther... See More
News from America...
Item #667029
September 01, 1772
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 1, 1772 Page 2 has 2 reports under "America" with Charleston and Philadelphia datelines. Also a letter from Boston which begins: "We carry as very hostile appearance in this part of America. We are preparing for an expedition but to what quarter of the world is uncertain..." with a bit more.
Eight pages, 8 by 11 inches, very nice cond... See More
Trouble with the Creek Indians...
Item #667026
November 26, 1772
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 26, 1772
* Creek Nation
* Muscogee Indians
An inside page has a small item from Charleston headed "America" noting: "...from the country of the Creeks inform us that those Indians are at present very turbulent, they have killed a Trader named Inman, beat & otherwise maltreated several other traders in their towns, and threaten to ... See More
French & Indian War news...
Item #667023
March 15, 1757
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 15, 1757 Page 6 has half a column headed: "America" which is a: "Letter from an Officer of Lord John Murray's Regiment, dated Schenectady". This has some nice content on the French & Indian War, & includes: "...we were ordered to join the regiment at Albany, from which place the New-Englanders had gone up to attack Cro... See More
New governor of New York assumes his office...
Item #667017
August 22, 1771
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 22, 1771
* William Tyron assumes office
* 39th governor of New York
Page 2 has a report from New York under the heading: "America" on the arrival of Governor Tryon in New York for his formal installation as governor of New York. He had arrived, with his family, from North Carolina, where he had previously been governor.
Eight pages 8 by 1... See More
News from America...
Item #667013
January 17, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 17, 1767
* 18th century London, England
Page 6 has most of a column with news headed: "America" with datelines from New York and Philadelphia.
Eight pages, 8 by 11 inches, very nice condition.... See More
News from America...
Item #667011
February 19, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 19, 1767
* 18th century London, England
Most of the ftpg. is taken up with: "The History of Greenland, Containing a Description of the Country & its Inhabitants...", continued in future issues.
Page 2 has half column of news items headed "America", as well as: "An Extract from Obilby's Account of America" ... See More
A report from America...
Item #667009
April 14, 1772
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 14, 1772 Page 6 has a short report headed: "America" with a Newport, Rhode Island dateline concerning the seizure of ships.
Eight pages, 8 by 11 inches, nice condition.
Thanks given to Clinton & Cornwallis for their victories at Charleston and Camden...
Item #666954
December 02, 1780
SUPPLEMENT TO THE TOWN & C0UNTRY MAGAZINE, 1780
* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century original
* From The Enemy
Over 4 pages are taken up with "Manner of Making War Among the Indians of America" continued from an earlier issue.
Among reports from proceedings in Parliament is: "...that the thanks of the House be given to Sir Henry Clinton...Commander in Chi... See More
Celebration of the Stamp Act repeal has horrible consequences...
Item #666935
July 22, 1766
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, July 22, 1766
* Repeal of the Stamp Act celebration disaster
The back page has a letter from Burlington, New Jersey, offering thanks for the repeal of the hated Stamp Act. A portion includes: "...On hearing the joyful news of the repeal of the stamp act, about 3 half-barrels of powder were provided...a negro boy, seeing some powder scattered on the grou... See More
Spanish taking over New Orleans...
Item #666933
July 26, 1766
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 26, 1766
* Louisiana Rebellion - Creole revolt
* Spanish Occupation of New Orleans
Inside has a report headed: "America" with a Charleston, S.C. dateline. There are several news items, one of which notes: "...that the Spanish governor...was arrived at New Orleans in order to take possession of that place..." with more on the Fren... See More
Thanks for repealing the Stamp Act, and more...
Item #666931
August 05, 1766
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 5, 1766
* Repeal of the Stamp Act thanks
Page 2 has a report from the New York General Assembly which notes the gratitude of New York, and resolved to erect an equestrian state of the King for protecting: "...from the fury of a cruel, merciless and savage enemy; and lately from the utmost confusion and distress by the repeal of the Stamp A... See More
The New York Tenant Riots...
Item #666929
August 26, 1766
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 26, 1766 Page 6 has most of a column headed: "America" with datelines from New York, Philadelphia, and Burlington, New Jersey.
The lengthiest report from New York has fine detail on the New York Tenant Riots aimed at the Rensselaer family.
Vast tracts of land were given by the British crown to the Van Rensselaer family. Tenants were treat... See More
Proclamation by General Howe...
Item #666884
May 01, 1777
THE LONDON CHRONICLE,
* British General William Howe proclamation
Page 2 has a report from
Much on taxation... noting the 4th of July...
Item #666883
April 29, 1777
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 29, 1777
* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century original
* From The Enemy
Page 3 has an item noting: "...reported so far as relate to government mention that after a large detachment of the King's troops on the island had been sent as a reinforcement to Gen. Howe's army in the Jerseys, the rebels had made several attempts to reposses... See More
Congress rallies the troops...
Item #666873
January 16, 1777
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 16, 1777
* Benjamin Frankin, Ethan Allen & more
* Revolutionary War original from the enemy
Page 2 has a items concerning an officer at Boston addressing General Howe upon his retreat from the heights of Boston. And a short note from Ticonderoga, followed by a report from New York noting: "...General Howe has wrote for more troops...Whateve... See More
Trading officials for America congratulate Queen Anne...
Item #666870
January 20, 1710
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 20, 1710 The front page has a report of the presentation to the Queen of the congratulations of the trading agents of New England for: "...the conquest of Port-Royal, now Annapolis..." with another from New Hampshire which is similar.
Single sheet, 7 by 11 1/2 inches, nice condition.
New governors in Jamaica, Barbados, and Maryland...
Item #666866
August 10, 1710
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 10, 1710 The back page has a notable report: "The Queen hath been pleased to appoint the Honourable Lord Archibald Hamilton to be Captain-General and Governor in Chief of the island of Jamaica...Robert Lowther Esq. to succeed Milford Crow, Esq., in the government of Barbadoes; and Colonel Corbet to succeed Colonel Seymour in the government of the ... See More
Virginia sends its congratulations on the union of England & Scotland...
Item #666863
July 29, 1708
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 29, 1708 Near the top of the front page is a report noting in part: "The humble address of the President and Council of the Colony and Dominion of Virginia, in congratulation of the happy Union of the Kingdoms of England and Scotland..." presented to Queen Anne.
England and Scotland were formally combined into one Parliament creating Great Britain... See More
Queen Anne calls for recruitment to the Navy...
Item #666859
January 22, 1707
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 22, 1707
* Anne, Queen of Great Britain and Ireland
Almost the entire front page is taken up with: "By the Queen, A PROCLAMATION For Encouraging Seamen and Landmen to Enter themselves on Board Her Majesties Ships of War". A fine "recruiting" document particularly in light of the on-going War of Spanish Succession.
Single shee... See More
The Quakers of New York send thanks to the Queen of England for repealing the "cruel law"...
Item #666858
September 29, 1707
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 29, 1707 The front page begins with an: "...address of the people call'd Quakers in Long Island, and near Connecticut colony...presented to Her Majesty...".
The document notes in part: "We, the dutiful & loyal subjects of the Queen called Quakers, inhabiting in Long Island and places adjacent, and near Connecticut Colony think our se... See More
Queen Anne sets the first session of the newly combined Parliament of England & Scotland...
Item #666857
September 15, 1707
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 15, 1707
* Anne, Queen of Great Britain and Ireland
* England & Scotland united into single sovereign state
The front page begins with a very notable document, headed: "By The Queen, A PROCLAMATION" calling for: "...our first Parliament of Great Britain...at our city of Westminster on Thursday the twenty-third day of October next..... See More
The siege of Lisle in the War of Spanish Succession...
Item #666833
September 27, 1708
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 27, 1708 Most of this issue, including the entire front page, is taken up with reports on the siege of Lisle, with headings including: "Journal From the Camp before Lisle" and "From the Camp before Lisle" and "From the Camp at Lannoy" and again: "From the Camp before Lisle".
The Siege of Lille was the most promin
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The Siege of Lille was the most promin
A British victory in the War of Spanish Succession... Encouraging trade with Newfoundland...
Item #666820
July 12, 1708
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England July 12, 1708
* Battle of Oudenarde
* War of Spanish Succession
Most of the ftpg. is taken up with: "By the Queen, A Proclamation" which concerns: "An Act to Encourage the Trade to Newfoundland..." with much detail.
But the more desirable content is a very detailed account of the Battle of Oudenarde. This was a battle in the War of the... See More
First session of Parliament on the union of England and Scotland...
Item #666817
October 27, 1707
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, October 23-27, 1707
* First Parliament of Great Britain
A very historic issue as the front page reports on the very first session of Parliament of the newly-created Parliament of Great Britain which occurred on October 23. The union of England and Scotland was official several months previous by the ratification of the Acts of Union involving both En... See More
Broadside-like presentation on the War of Spanish Succession...
Item #666816
October 16, 1707
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 16, 1707 The entire front page looks much like a military broadside, as it has a graphic representation of: "THE ORDER of BATTLE of the Imperial Army Commanded by his Electoral Highness of Hanover..." with more on the military leadership.
This was part of the War of Spanish Succession. The back page has some reports relating to the battles.
Singl... See More
All the "what ifs" of the war... Asking the King to end the war with America...
Item #666751
December 06, 1781
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 6, 1781
* Post Surrender of Cornwallis
* Should the British continue the war ?
* General Benedict Arnold
Being a week or more since the news of the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown reached Parliament, this issue has a considerable amount of discussion from the: "House Of Commons", which includes various talk on the Revolutionary ... See More
Timely report of the death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart...
Item #666708
December 01, 1791
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1791
* Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart death (1st report)
* Musical composer - Classical music era original
Presented inconspicuously among other death reports is a brief yet very notable report on the death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ending with a prophetic comment: "At Vienna, Wolfgang Mozart, the celebrated German composer. ... See More
Displayable Act of Parliament...
Item #666698
January 01, 1728
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1728
* 18th century original document
Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...for granting an aid to his Majesty by a land tax to be raised in Great Britain, for the service of the year one thousand seven hundred and twenty nine."
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
Eighty-two ... See More
Displayable Act of Parliament...
Item #666696
January 01, 1760
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1760
* 18th century original document
Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...for enabling his Majesty to raise the sum of one million for the uses and purposes therein mentioned..."
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
Twenty pages, 11 by 7 1/4 inches, nice condition.... See More
Displayable Act of Parliament...
Item #666693
January 01, 1759
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1759
* 18th century original document
Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...to enforce and render more effectual the laws relating to the qualification of members to sit in the House of Commons."
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
Six pages, 11 by 7 1/4 inches, nice co... See More
Displayable Act of Parliament...
Item #666687
January 01, 1758
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1758
* 18th century original document
Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...for enlarging the times for holding the first meetings of commissioners or trustees for putting in execution certain Acts of this session of Parliament...".
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
F... See More
Displayable Act of Parliament...
Item #666683
January 01, 1757
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1757 Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...for enlarging the times for the first meetings of commissioners or trustees for putting in execution certain Acts of this session of Parliament."
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
Four pages, 11 by 7 1/4 inches, nice condition.... See More
Establishing a penal colony in Australia... Mention of Franklin...
Item #666346
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1788 * Botany Bay, Australia
* Penal Colony - Convicts
* Early chess - Benjamin Franklin
Near the back under the "Domestic Occurrences" heading is a report reading: "By the last accounts received from the fleet from Botany Bay, they arrived at the Cape of Good Hope on the 13th of October last and expected to sail again about t... See More
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