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688619

On paying Callender $50 to publish his book attacking Washington, Adams & Hamilton...

Item #688619

October 09, 1802

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Oct. 9, 1802  Page 2 has two letters written by Thomas Jefferson to James Callender regarding their controversial relationship. One of the letters, the rather famous letter dated September 6, 1799 (found on many websites) mentions: "...directs his agent to call on ;ou with this and pay you 50 dollars on account of the book you are about to publ... See More  

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688622

Jefferson responsible for attacks upon Washington & Adams...

Item #688622

November 04, 1802

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Nov. 4, 1802  Page 2 has a letter which is very critical of Thomas Jefferson, ascribing to him attacks upon Washington and Adams. 

The front page has a lengthy ad for the sale of a book: "Life of General Washington..." with much detail.

Four pages, good condition.

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559591

From Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...

Item #559591
(10) BOSTON GAZETTE, dated in 1803-1808  A lot of ten issues from the early 19th century when Thomas Jefferson was president.  News and advertising of the day provide perspective on this formative period.  Irregular at the spine but without loss of text; some foxing and wear with lite staining, typical for the period. Perhaps a bit of close-trimming.

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680732

John Adams invited to celebrate the anniversary of the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth...

Item #680732

March 30, 1803

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 30, 1803  The ftpg. has a letter from the people of Plymouth to John Adams inviting him to a celebration of: "...the first landing of our Fore Fathers at this place.", with his response, signed in type: John Adams.

Four pages, never-trimmed margins, archival strengthening at the spine, good condition.

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667347

Jefferson is honored by National Institute of France...

Item #667347

April 03, 1803

NEW YORK HERALD, April 2, 1803 



* Thomas Jefferson

* Institut de France



Page 3 has an address from President Thomas Jefferson to the National Institute of France in which he humbly accepts the honor of being elected as: "...a foreign associate for the class of moral & political sciences...". It is signed in type: Th. Jefferson.

Four pages, small piece from the blank spin... See More  

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667464

Thomas Jefferson on the judiciary in 1776...

Item #667464

May 10, 1803

THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, May 10, 1803  Page 2 has a nice items reflecting up a letter signed by: Th. Jefferson from 1776 concerning the judiciary.

Eight pages, 9 by 11 1/4 inches foxing & minor wear at the margins.

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688705

A Thomas Jefferson letter from 1779...

Item #688705

June 07, 1803

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, June 7, 1803  Page 2 has an article headed: "Mr. Jefferson's Paper Money Tender to Mr. Gabriel Jones of Rockingham County" which includes a letter dated at Monticello, April 29, 1779 signed in type: Th. Jefferson.

Four pages, good condition.

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701185

Parson Weems' book on George Washington...

Item #701185

June 08, 1803

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, June 8, 1803 



* Parson Weems book advertisement

* President George Washington biography




The back page has a small advertisement for "The Rev. M. L. Weems", more popularly known as Parson Weems, the ad noting: "Is hereby authorized to solicit of the Ladies and Gentlemen of Philadelphia their subscriptions to the History of Gener... See More  

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700300

Problems with a loan to Thomas Jefferson...

Item #700300

June 17, 1803

NEW YORK EVENING POST, June 17, 1803  Page 2 has most of a column taken up with letters relating to a loan to Thomas  Jefferson  which he was delinquent--and deceptive--in repaying. Included is a letter signed: Th. Jefferson, from 1779.

Four pages, small binding slits at the blank spine, good condition.

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667522

Problems with a loan to Thomas Jefferson...

Item #667522

June 21, 1803

THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, June 21, 1803  Most of page 2 is taken up with letters relating to a loan to Thomas Jefferson which he was delinquent--and deceptive--in repaying. Included is a letter signed: Th. Jefferson, from 1779.

Eight pages, 9 by 11 inches, various foxing, good condition.

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655875

Parson Weems' book on George Washington...

Item #655875

June 27, 1803

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, June 27, 1803  The back page has a small advertisement for "The Rev. M. L. Weems", more popularly known as Parson Weems, the ad noting: "Is hereby authorized to solicit of the Ladies and Gentlemen of Philadelphia their subscriptions to the History of General George Washington."

Parson Weems was an author who wrote the first bio... See More  

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654524

Parson Weems' book on George Washington...

Item #654524

June 28, 1803

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, June 28, 1803  The back page has a small advertisement for "The Rev. M. L. Weems", more popularly known as Parson Weems, the ad noting: "Is hereby authorized to solicit of the Ladies and Gentlemen of Philadelphia their subscriptions to the History of General George Washington."

Parson Weems was an author who wrote the first bio... See More  

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667530

Jefferson on navigation of the Mississippi...

Item #667530

August 15, 1803

INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Aug. 15, 1803 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* Mississippi River Navigation




Page 2 begins with a lengthy article, number 2, "Concerning the acquisition of Louisiana as it affects the merchants and the commercial states to the eastward and elsewhere."

Also on page 2 is a letter of reply from the President to the governor of Ohio concerning issue... See More  

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667575

Thomas Jefferson on the Louisiana Purchase...

Item #667575

October 28, 1803

NEW-ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, Oct. 28, 1803 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* State of the Union Address

* re. Louisiana Purchase




Over half of the front page is taken up with the: "MESSAGE" of Thomas Jefferson to Congress, being his annual state-of-the-union address signed in italic type by him: Th. Jefferson.

Not surprisingly, most of Jefferson's address is concerning t... See More  

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151620

Item #151620

April 07, 1804

NEW-YORK HERALD, Apr. 7, 1804 The front page has a letter of appeal and a "Memorial" to the House of Representatives from Samuel Chase with regard to his impeachment. The memorial concludes on pg. 2. Both are signed in type: Samuel Chase. Minor rubbing on the ftpg., stray writing above the masthead, and a few traces of foxing.

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658423

High Resolution Images... 600dpi...

Early report on the death of Alexander Hamilton...

Item #658423

July 17, 1804

High Resolution Images of: THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN, Hudson, New York, July 17, 1804



Note: Whereas this noteworthy issue has already sold, due to the unique nature of the coverage, we are making a set of 600dpi-images (printable/publishable quality) available for a minimal price. Once paid, we will e-mail you this set of images which includes: the entire front page, the report on the death o... See More  

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673435

Alexander Hamilton's death... Aaron Burr accused of murder...

Item #673435

September 01, 1804

THE GENTLEMAN’S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1804  



* Alexander Hamilton death - re. Aaron Burr duel



The first column of a page is headed: “AMERICA & THE WEST INDIES” reporting: “By the New York papers, we learn, that the Coroner’s Inquest, held on the late Gen. Hamilton, have brought in a verdict of ‘Willful murder against A’ Burr, esq... See More  

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667492

Jefferson's state-of-the-union address...

Item #667492

November 21, 1804

CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, Nov. 21, 1804



* President Thomas Jefferson

* State of the Union Address

* Early 19th century original




Fully half of page 2 is taken up with the state-of-the-union address of the President headed: "President's Message", signed in type at its conclusion: Th. Jefferson.

A portion of his address deals with the new Louisiana Territory just purchase... See More  

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702705

Thomas Jefferson's inaugural address...

Item #702705

March 14, 1805

BOSTON GAZETTE, March 14, 1805 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* Inauguration - inaugural address




Page 2 has the lengthy: "President Jefferson's Speech" which is his inaugural address, introduced with: "This day, at 12 o'clock, Thomas Jefferson, President of the United States, took the oath of office & delivered the following Inaugural Speech..." which tak... See More  

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180082

Alexander Hamilton's newspaper...

Item #180082
NEW-YORK EVENING POST, 1806 A lot of 6 issues with the front page having at least 4 ship ads, each with a small woodcut of a ship. All issues are in overall good condition, with only minor foxing and rubbing, but may be close-trimmed at the margin. The New-York Evening Post was founded by Alexander Hamilton. The issues within this set are from the first few years after his death.  The newspap... See More  

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667573

Jefferson, Washington, and a fatal duel...

Item #667573

January 21, 1806

UNITED STATES' GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, Philadelphia, Jan. 21, 1806  Page 2 has reports from Congress which includes a document to the Senate from the President, noting in part: "...I now lay before them such documents...as relate to complaints by the government of France against the commerce carried on by the citizens of the United States to the French island of St. Domingo." s... See More  

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667559

Thomas Jefferson & James Madison...

Item #667559

February 13, 1806

INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Feb. 13, 1806  The front page message from the President to the Senate communicates a report from the Sec. of State about neutral rights, signed in type: Th. Jefferson. Hereafter is the report, signed in type: James Madison.

Four pages, bit close-trimmed at the top of page 2, good condition.

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667537

Thomas Jefferson on the troubles with Spain...

Item #667537

April 04, 1806

THE REPERTORY, Boston, April 4, 1806  The middle of page 2 contains a letter from the President concerning the troubling situation  with Spain, one bit noting: "...the Spanish authorities were advancing into the disputed country to occupy new posts and make new settlements..." with more. The letter is signed in type: Thomas Jefferson.

Four pages, never-trimmed margins, great c... See More  

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667686

Jefferson's annual message, with mention of Lewis & Clark...

Item #667686

December 09, 1806

NEW ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, Dec. 9, 1806 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* State of the Union Address

* re. Lewis and Clark Expedition




Page 2 has the President's "Message" communicated to Congress, it being Jefferson's state-of-the-union address to the nation.

Of significance is some fine mention of the Lewis and Clark expedition: "The expedition of Messrs. Le... See More  

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688881

From the heart of Thomas Jefferson's presidency...

Item #688881
(5) UNITED STATES GAZETTE, For The Country, Philadelphia, 1807-1809  A lot of 5 issues offering an interesting insight into the early period of the Jeffersonian era, as the government transitioned away from Federalist policy.

Complete in 4 pages, 2nd-rate condition with rubbing, foxing, and staining, but not damaged.

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649276

From Thomas Jefferson's administration...

Item #649276
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1807-1809  A lot of 10 issues of this popular title from the "Hub City". All have the subscriber's name written in the margin above the masthead, some minor edge tears, a few scattered stains, and occasional foxing, but overall quite nice.

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559604

From the heart of Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...

Item #559604
(5) UNITED STATES GAZETTE, For The Country, Philadelphia, 1807-1809  A lot of 5 issues offering an interesting insight into the early period of the Jeffersonian era, as the government transitioned away from Federalist policy.

Complete in 4 pages, 2nd-rate condition with rubbing, foxing, and staining, but not damaged.

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180083

From Thomas Jefferson's administration...

Item #180083
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1807-1809  A lot of 10 issues of this popular title from the "Hub City". All have the subscriber's name written in the margin above the masthead, some minor edge tears, a few scattered stains, and occasional foxing, but overall quite nice.

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687488

One of the best issues on the Burr Conspiracy, with Jefferson's famous message to Congress...

Item #687488

January 31, 1807

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 31, 1807 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* Special message to U.S. Congress

* On the Aaron Burr conspiracy




A terrific issue on the Burr Conspiracy, as any number of websites can be found with the full text of this special message to Congress from the President, in which he discloses to them to full details of the conspiracy and his intents to prosecute A... See More  

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694557

President Jefferson and the Burr Conspiracy...

Item #694557

February 02, 1807

THE TRUE AMERICAN, Trenton, New Jersey, Feb. 2, 1807  



* Colonel Aaron Burr

* Thomas Jefferson




A terrific issue on the historic Burr Conspiracy. Over half of page 2 is taken up with: "The Conspiracy - President's Message" which he submitted to Congress on January 22.

In the message, Jefferson calls attention to activities by a combination of private individuals who ... See More  

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668132

Thomas Jefferson... The Burr Conspiracy...

Item #668132

February 09, 1807

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 9, 1807 



* Colonel Aaron Burr



Over half of the front page is "An Act" of Congress concerning circuit & district courts in North Carolina.

Page 2 has a note to Congress concerning a situation with France, signed in type: Th. Jefferson. Both pages 2 & 3 has various letters concerning the Burr Conspiracy.

Four pages, nice c... See More  

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673633

William Cowper poem - the abolition of the Slave Trade...

Item #673633
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, For The Country, Philadelphia, May 25, 1807  Page 3, under the heading: "THE ABOLITION OF THE SLAVE TRADE", has the timely reprinting of the William Cowper poem, "The Morning Dream" (shown in this issue simply as "A Dream"). 

Also present is a letter Alexander Petion, the 1st President of Hayti, to the "men of color" ... See More  

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667349

Jefferson's Proclamation declaring neutrality in the Napoleonic Wars...

Item #667349

July 08, 1807

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 8, 1807 



* President Thomas Jefferson proclamation

* America neutrality in Napoleonic Wars




Page 2 contains the historic "Proclamation" signed by President Th. Jefferson, in which is empathizes the neutrality of America in the Napoleonic Wars, and also notes that: "...requiring all armed vessels bearing commissions under the government of ... See More  

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667412

Jefferson's Proclamation requiring British ships to leave...

Item #667412

July 10, 1807

THE REPERTORY, Boston, July 10, 1807 



* President Thomas Jefferson



Over a full column of the front page is taken up with: "A Proclamation" signed by the President: Th. Jefferson.

It relates to the ongoing troubles in Europe and America's situation & specifies that: "...all armed vessels bearing commissions under the government of Great Britain, now within the har... See More  

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215318

Robert Fulton 1807 Invention....

Item #215318

July 23, 1807

INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 23, 1807

 

* Robert Fulton invention



Page 2 has a report from New-York stating that the Governor, Sec. of War and others "...attended at Ft. Jay, when Mr. Fulton exhibited and explained the principles of his machinery for blowing up ships..." plus a few details about the experiment to be conducted the next day. Other news of the day in
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696279

Two letters signed by President Thomas Jefferson...

Item #696279

August 12, 1807

THE NATIONAL AEGIS, Worcester, Massachusetts, Aug. 12, 1807 



* President Thomas Jefferson letters



The top of page 2 has: "By the President of the United States of America - A PROCLAMATION" calling for a special session of Congress, signed in type: Th. Jefferson.

And beginning on pg. 2 & ending on page 3 is a letter from the President to the King of Holland, signed in type... See More  

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667687

Jefferson's state-of-the-union address to the nation...

Item #667687

November 05, 1807

AMERICAN MERCURY, Hartford, Nov. 5, 1807 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* State of the Union Address




Over half of page 3 is taken up with the: "President's Message" to the Senate & House of Representatives, signed in type at its conclusion: Th. Jefferson.

This was Jefferson's annual state-of-the-union address in which he reviewed the events of the year. This was a... See More  

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667404

Jefferson suggests raising additional forces...

Item #667404

March 01, 1808

NEW YORK EVENING POST, March 1, 1808 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* Message re. military forces




Page 2 has a message from the President to Congress, with his concern about rising tensions in Europe which may affect America, and with thoughts of raising additional military forces. Signed in type: Th. Jefferson.

Four pages, some creases, good condition.... See More  

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667503

Jefferson urges Congress to "plan for raising troops"...

Item #667503

March 08, 1808

NEW-ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, March 8, 1808 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* Early U.S. military




The middle of the front page has a letter to Congress signed by the President: Th Jefferson, on his concern for a need to raise troops during the present troubling times in Europe. It begins: "The danger to our country arising from the contests of other nations, and the urgency of maki... See More  

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667554

Jefferson advocates for a larger military...

Item #667554

March 09, 1808

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, March 9, 1808 



* President Thomas Jefferson



Page 3 has the: "President's Message" is signed in type: Th. Jefferson, and concerning the need to raise a larger military due to the troubling  situation in Europe.

Page 3 also has: "Forty Good Reasons For the Embargo".

Four pages, water staining causes no los... See More  

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217564

Thomas Jefferson in 1808....

Item #217564

August 30, 1808

THE BALANCE, Hudson, New York, Aug. 30, 1808

 

* Thomas Jefferson

* USS Chesapeake winning prizes




Page 3 brief commentary: Mr. Jeffersons war against the United States, says a remarker, is carrying on very successfully. The Chesapeake, which has been but a few days on a cruise, has already sent in six or eight prizes. Some other news as well. Quarto-size, 4 pages in nice condit
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667353

An engraving of an Embargo political cartoon...

Item #667353

September 10, 1808

NEW YORK EVENING POST, Sept. 10, 1808  Page 3 begins with a little political cartoon titled: "A Good Story Twice Told: or, the Allegorical Snake" which concerns the controversy over the Embargo.

Rare to find such political cartoons in newspapers of such an early date.

Page 2 has several items concerning the controversial Embargo, one item beginning: "The answer of the Preside... See More  

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594236

The late correspondence of John Adam's...

Item #594236
BOSTON PATRIOT, Massachusetts, 1809  A "typical" newspaper of the day with various news and advertisements. However, the issue has the front page printing of one of a series of letters, "Correspondence Of The Late President Adams", with his block type signature, John Adams. Other news of the day with period advertising throughout.

Note that the photo is representative of ... See More  

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667556

Congratulations to Jefferson upon leaving the White House...

Item #667556

April 24, 1809

INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, April 24, 1809 



* President Thomas Jefferson

* Retires from presidency & public life




The front page has a letter from Rhode Island to Thomas Jefferson concerning his retirement as President, with his response datelined at Monticello, signed in type: Th. Jefferson.

Four pages, very nice condition.... See More  

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684914

Deaths of Joseph Haydn and Thomas Paine...

Item #684914
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1809



* Deaths of Joseph Haydn and Thomas Paine



The obituary listing inside includes: "At New York, the notorious Thomas Pain [sic]; whose death is an admonitory event; may the lesson that it inculcates be impressive..." & more. The opposing page has: "In Guppendorff, aged 76, Joseph Haydn, the celebrated composer... ju... See More  

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686179

On the Non-Intercourse law... Did the governor die?

Item #686179

July 27, 1809

BOSTON GAZETTE, July 27, 1809  The front page has most of a column taken up with AN ACT...The Amended Non-Intercourse Law." concerning relations with England and France, signed in type by the President: James Madison.

Page 2 has a curious item: "A Danbury paper of July 19 announces...the death of his Excellency Jonathan Trumbull, Esq. This report, we think, and sincerely hope, is p... See More  

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692771

Death of Joseph Haydn... Proclamation signed by President James Madison...

Item #692771

August 17, 1809

BOSTON GAZETTE, Aug. 17, 1809 



* Franz Joseph Haydn death

* Classical music composer

* Vienna, Austria




The top of the front page has: "A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison, and also: "French Piracies" which takes an entire column. On page 2, under the "Deaths" is a small announcement "In Vienna, May 31st, Hayden, [Hadyn] the celebrated musi... See More  

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694559

A poem of gratitude to the retired Thomas Jefferson...

Item #694559

September 04, 1809

BALTIMORE EVENING POST, Maryland, Sept. 4, 1809  



* Very rare publication

* re. Thomas Jefferson retirement




The last time we offered this title was 15 years ago.

Page 2 has much on the war in Europe & includes a letter signed in type: Jerome Napoleon, the youngest brother of Napoleon Buonaparte.

Page 3 has a poem: "Gratitude, to Thomas Jefferson, Esq., Late President of the ... See More  

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687993

Madison's state-of-the-union address to the nation...

Item #687993

December 06, 1809

BOSTON PATRIOT, Dec. 6, 1809  



* President James Madison

* State of the Union Address




Taking over 2 columns of the front page & ending on page 2 is the: "President's Message" being his annual state-of-the-union address in which he recounts the events of the year, signed in type: James Madison.

Four pages, scattered foxing, a bit irregular at the spine, good condition... See More  

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649289

10 issues from James Madison's presidency... Pre-War of 1812...

Item #649289
(10) BOSTON GAZETTE, dated 1810-1811  A lot of ten issues from the early 19th century when James Madison was president.  News and advertising of the day provide perspective on this formative period just prior to the War of 1812. Irregular at the spine but without loss of text; some foxing and wear with lite staining, typical for the period. The photo shows an example of the look and cond... See More  

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