Thanksgiving Proclamations
Proclamations for Days of Thanksgiving & Praise to God have been a part of the fabric of history since the beginning of recorded history. Soon after the invention of the printing press, as the primary method of disseminating important information, newspapers became the means of communicating these special days of humiliation & prayer... and often contained the text of the proclamations in their entirety. Enjoy the issues shown below... and let's encourage one another to be thankful for the blessings we've been given.Note: All of those shown below are available for purchase. To view all issues we've discovered (100+), whether available or not, select: All Newspapers with Thanksgiving Proclamations...
Thanksgiving Proclamations
Proclamations for Days of Thanksgiving & Praise to God have been a part of the fabric of history since the beginning of recorded history. Soon after the invention of the printing press, as the primary method of disseminating important information, newspapers became the means of communicating these special days of humiliation & prayer... and often contained the text of the proclamations in their entirety. Enjoy the issues shown below... and let's encourage one another to be thankful for the blessings we've been given.<br />
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Sam Adams' Proclamation... First gold coins minted in the United States...
Item #614223
October 21, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 21, 1795 Most of a front page column is taken up with: "By the Governor: A PROCLAMATION" for a day of public thanksgiving & praise, concluded on pg. 2 where it is signed in type: Samuel Adams. Page 3 has a very nice & detailed report on: "Gold Coinage" describing half eagles ($5 coins) recently minted. These were the very first gol... See More
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An Indian treaty... Adams signs a Thanksgiving Proclamation...
Item #669547
October 28, 1795
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 28, 1795 Pages 1 and 2 contain the lengthy: "Treaty of Peace between the United States...and the Tribes of Indians called the Wyandots, Delawares, Shawannees, Ottoways, Pottowatomies, Miamies, ...to put an End to a Destructive War...".
Page 2 has: By the Governor, A PROCLAMATION For a Day of Publick Thanksgiving &... See More
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Item #552916
October 29, 1795
CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, Oct. 29, 1795
* 18th century original from America
* Samuel Huntington
* Dickinson College
The middle of the front page has a lengthy "Proclamation" for a day of Thanksgiving signed by the governor: Samuel Huntington.
Pages 2 & 3 have various news reports including a graduation at Dickinson College in Carlisle, reference to the Jay T... See More
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The governor's Proclamation... Why did Randolph resign quickly?
Item #713361
November 02, 1795
SPOONER'S VERMONT JOURNAL, Windsor, Nov. 2, 1795 Over half of the front page is taken up with a lengthy: "Proclamation" calling for: "...a day of public Thanksgiving and Praise throughout this state..." signed by the governor: Thomas Chittenden.
Page 3 has a report concerning Indian land, as well as a report questioning the quick resignation of Edmond Rando... See More
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A rare American title... On the Jay Treaty, and more...
Item #711247
November 11, 1795
THE ORACLE OF THE DAY, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Nov. 11, 1795 This is a quite scarce 18th century American title as it existed only until 1799 and rarely comes on the market. We suspect the circulation was somewhat limited.
Page 2 has: "A PROCLAMATION" for a day of thanksgiving, signed by the governor. A letter begins: "...This same treaty, agreed on between Gen. Wash... See More
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Peace with Algiers...
Item #601614
November 14, 1795
THE WEEKLY MUSEUM, New York, Nov. 14, 1795 Page 3 has various news items, including a note of a proclamation by the governor for a day of thanksgiving and prayer, and also news that a peace has been agreed to between the United States and Algiers. Various literary items as well.
Four pages, 9 3/4 by 11 3/4 inches, nice condition.
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Phoenix rises from the flames...
Item #586743
April 02, 1796
THE PHENIX; OR WINDHAM HERALD, Windham, Connecticut, April 2, 1796
* Uncommon title with nice masthead
The notable feature of this issue is the unusual engraving of a phoenix rising out of the ashes (see photo). The front page has a full column "Proclamation" by the governor for a day of thanksgiving and prayer. Much of the remaining content is from Europe.
Four pages, minor... See More
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On Washington retiring from public service... Candidates for President include Patrick Henry...
Item #676895
October 15, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 15, 1796 The front page has over a full column letter reflecting upon Washington's recent Farewell Address to the nation, retiring from public life. It begins: "The intended retirement of Gen. Washington from the Presidency of the United States is seriously affecting to the American mind. On the one hand, the unsullied purity of his character--his em... See More
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On Washington retiring from public service... Candidates for President include Patrick Henry...
Item #665515
October 15, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 15, 1796
* President George Washington retirement
The front page has over a full column letter reflecting upon Washington's recent Farewell Address to the nation, retiring from public life. It begins: "The intended retirement of Gen. Washington from the Presidency of the United States is seriously affecting to the American mind. On the one han... See More
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Candidates for President include Patrick Henry & others...
Item #632361
October 15, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 15, 1796 Page 2 has: "By the Governor, A Proclamation For a Day of Public Thanksgiving" signed in type: Samuel Adams. This is followed by a report concerning candidates for President with names mentioned including John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and Thomas Pinkney, with various discussion (see).
Four pages, bit close-trimmed at t... See More
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Sam Adams signs a Proclamation...
Item #669556
October 26, 1796
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 26, 1796
* Proclamation signed in type by Sam Adams
Most of the front page first column is taken up with: "By the Governor, A PROCLAMATION For a Day of PUBLIC THANKSGIVING" signed in type: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, handsome masthead, nice condition.... See More
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Proclamation, For A Day Of Public Thanksgiving...
Item #562091
October 26, 1797
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE: and THE UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated October 26, 1797 On page 3 under an engraving of the State Seal of Massachusetts is: "A Proclamation, For A Day Of Public Thanksgiving." Takes the entire column and concludes in the next column, signed in type: Increase Sumner. Has ornate lettering and an engraving of the State Seal in the masthead.
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Dinner for President John Adams... A day of public Thanksgiving...
Item #209407
October 28, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 28, 1797. The entire last column of the front page is taken up with a "PROCLAMATION" for a day of public thanksgiving, signed in type by the governor of Massachusetts, Increase Sumner. Page 2 contains a lengthy report on a "...most splendid dinner to the President of the United States, John Adams..." with much detail, and with a list of the varous patriotic to... See More
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Item #557901
November 02, 1797
Connecticut Journal, November 2, 1797, with a page 2 Proclamation from Oliver Wolcott for a Day of Thanksgiving (to Almighty God) and Prayer. The proclamation is about 13 linear inches and is signed in block type by him. Setting this apart from some of the other proclamations is his specific mention of thankfulness of the "Gospel of Christ Jesus". Nice to have from a si... See More
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Creating the Territory of Mississippi...
Item #607701
March 31, 1798
THE SPECTATOR, New York, March 31, 1798 Most of the front page is taken up with reports from Congress on the creation of the Mississippi Territory from land ceded by George and South Carolina. The formal creation of the Territory would happen on April 7.
Page 2 has: "A Proclamation" signed by the President: John Adams, for a day of thanksgiving and prayer (see). Close to half of t... See More
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A John Adams Proclamation... Rights of women...
Item #685691
March 31, 1798
THE WEEKLY MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, March 31, 1798 An uncommon title which lasted only from Feb., 1798 thru June, 1799, during which time it was suspended for 6 months due to the death of the editor.
Contents include a wide range of eclectic articles, one of which is: "The Rights Of Woman" which is a serialized article, this portion taking 1 1/2 pages. The back two pages are taken ... See More
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A John Adams Proclamation... Rights of women...
Item #685686
March 31, 1798
THE WEEKLY MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, March 31, 1798 An uncommon title which lasted only from Feb., 1798 thru June, 1799, during which time it was suspended for 6 months due to the death of the editor.
Contents include a wide range of eclectic articles, one of which is: "The Rights Of Woman" which is a serialized article, this portion taking 1 1/2 pages. The back two pages are taken ... See More
John Adams requests a day of thanksgiving...
Item #202233
April 03, 1798
THE SALEM GAZETTE, Massachusetts, April 3, 1798. Page 2 contains: "A Proclamation" by the president of the United States for "...a day of solemn humiliation, fasting and prayer...that all religious congregations...acknowledge before God the manifold sins & transgressions with which we are justly chargeable as individuals & as a nation..." and more, and signed in type: John Adams (see p... See More
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John Adams proclaims a day of thanksgiving and prayer...
Item #684049
April 04, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 4, 1798 Page 2 features: "By the President of the United States of America, A PROCLAMATION" for a day of thanksgiving and prayer. It mentions in part: "...I recommend, that on the said day, the Duties of Humiliation and Prayer be accompanied by fervent Thanksgiving to the Bestower of every Good Gift, not only for having hitherto protected and ... See More
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Four documents signed by President John Adams...
Item #563933
April 18, 1798
CONNECTICUT JOURNAL, New Haven, April 18, 1798
* (4) John Adams signed documents
* Rare 18th century original reading
The front page has: "Message of the President of the United States to both Houses of Congress" is signed in type: John Adams, and is followed by two more documents signed by him: John Adams. And page 3 has: "A Proclamation" for a day of thanksgivin... See More
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18th century Maine newspaper... John Adams Proclamation...
Item #585572
June 04, 1798
THE GAZETTE, Portland, Maine, March 18, 1799 A great rarity which recently came into our inventory, as this is the earliest newspaper from Maine we have offered in some years, in fact one of the earliest to be had. This is the volume 1, number 6 issue. Keep in mind that Maine did not become a state until 1820.
Page 2 has a lengthy document headed: "By The President of the United States... See More
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Charles Bulfinch's first major project...
Item #686875
October 27, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 27, 1798
* Charles Bulfinch designs Federal Street Theatre
* First American-born professional architect
The front page has an address: "To the President of the United States" from the officers of the Guilford Regiment of militia, relating to the troubling relationship with France. It is followed by his "Answer" signed in type: Joh... See More
18th Century Portsmouth NH....
Item #220729
November 03, 1798
THE ORACLE OF THE DAY, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Nov. 3. 1798.
* Uncommon title from Portsmouth NH
* Increase Sumner
* John Adams
A quite uncommon 18th century newspaper which lasted for just 6 years. Over a full column of the front page is taken up with:
* "A Proclamation For a Day of Public Thanksgiving" signed in type by the Governor: Increase Sumner.
Page 2 has "Trial of Matt
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* Uncommon title from Portsmouth NH
* Increase Sumner
* John Adams
A quite uncommon 18th century newspaper which lasted for just 6 years. Over a full column of the front page is taken up with:
* "A Proclamation For a Day of Public Thanksgiving" signed in type by the Governor: Increase Sumner.
Page 2 has "Trial of Matt
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Day of Thanksgiving & Prayer... On Washington to again lead the U.S. Army...
Item #680977
November 07, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 7, 1798 Over a full column on the ftpg. is "A Proclamation" by the governor of Massachusetts for a day of public thanksgiving.
Page 3 has a letter "To George Washington, Lieut. General and Commander in chief of the American forces" expressing their appreciation for him accepting the post.
Washington accepted the ... See More
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Day of Thanksgiving & Prayer... Address to George Washington...
Item #660720
November 07, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 7, 1798 Over a full column on the ftpg. is "A Proclamation" by the governor of Massachusetts for a day of public thanksgiving. Page 3 has a letter "To George Washington, Lieut. General and Commander in chief of the American forces".
Four pages, nice condition.
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Day of Thanksgiving & Prayer...Address to George Washington...
Item #606364
November 07, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 7, 1798 Over a full column on the ftpg. is "A Proclamation" by the governor of Massachusetts for a day of public thanksgiving (see). Page 3 has a letter "To George Washington, Lieut. General and Commander in chief of the American forces" (see).
Four pages, nice condition.
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Day of Thanksgiving & Prayer...Address to George Washington...
Item #578066
November 07, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 7, 1798 Over a full column on the ftpg. is "A Proclamation" by the governor of Massachusetts for a day of public thanksgiving (see). Page 3 has a letter "To George Washington, Lieut. General and Commander in chief of the American forces" (see).
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, nice.
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Day of Thanksgiving & Prayer... Address to George Washington...
Item #578065
November 07, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, November 7, 1798 Over a full column on the ftpg. is "A Proclamation" by the governor of Massachusetts for a day of public thanksgiving (see). Page 3 has a letter "To George Washington, Lieut. General and Commander in chief of the American forces" (see).
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed with wide margins, some foxing, very... See More
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Increase Sumner... Proclamation for a day of Fasting, Humiliation, & Prayer...
Item #645868
March 06, 1799
THE COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 6, 1799
* Governor of Massachusetts issue Proclamation
* A day of Fasting, Humiliation, & Prayer
Page two has a proclamation by Increase Sumner, the Governor of Massachusetts, for a Day of Solemn Fasting, Humiliation, and Prayer, signed by him in script type. Nice to have in a Massachusetts paper. Other news of the day with perio
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* Governor of Massachusetts issue Proclamation
* A day of Fasting, Humiliation, & Prayer
Page two has a proclamation by Increase Sumner, the Governor of Massachusetts, for a Day of Solemn Fasting, Humiliation, and Prayer, signed by him in script type. Nice to have in a Massachusetts paper. Other news of the day with perio
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The naval hero Horatio Nelson...
Item #704008
October 23, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 23, 1799 Page 3 has two letters signed in type by: Nelson, being the celebrated Horatio Nelson concerning naval actions in Europe.
Page 3 has: "A Proclamation" signed by the governor of Mass., Moses Gill, "For a Day of Public Thanksgiving".
The back page has a nice "War Department" notice mention that:&... See More
The naval hero Horatio Nelson...
Item #664350
October 23, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 23, 1799 Page 3 has two letters signed in type by: Nelson, being the celebrated Horatio Nelson concerning naval actions in Europe.
Page 3 has: "A Proclamation" signed by the governor of Mass., Moses Gill, "For a Day of Public Thanksgiving". Other news of the day.
Four pages, small wear holes at 2 fold junctures, ... See More
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The naval hero Horatio Nelson... Alexander Hamilton...
Item #698559
October 23, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 23, 1799
* 18th century American publication
Page 3 has two letters signed in type by: Nelson, being the celebrated Horatio Nelson concerning naval actions in Europe.
Page 3 has: "A Proclamation" signed by the governor of Mass., Moses Gill, "For a Day of Public Thanksgiving". Other news of the day. The back... See More
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Governor John Taylor Gilman...
Proclamation for a Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer...
Item #636064
November 04, 1799
FARMER'S MUSEUM, OR LAY PREACHER'S GAZETTE; Walpole, New Hampshire, November 4, 1799 Page 1 has a Proclamation by John Taylor Gilman, Governor of the State of New Hampshire, for a Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer.
The issue is complete in four pages, is in overall good condition (see images).
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Governor Isaac Tichenor...
Proclamation for a Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer...
Item #636065
November 25, 1799
FARMER'S MUSEUM, OR LAY PREACHER'S GAZETTE; Walpole, New Hampshire, November 25, 1799 Page 2 has a Proclamation by Isaac Tichenor, Governor of Vermont, for a Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer.
The issue is complete in four pages, is in overall good condition (see images).
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Caleb Strong...
Item #595137
October 02, 1800
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Oct. 2, 1800
* Turn of the 19th century
Most of the first column of the front page is taken up with: "A Proclamation, For a Day of Public Thanksgiving" signed by the governor: Caleb Strong. Very ornate masthead makes it nice for display. Small wear slit near the dateline which deters very little.... See More
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1810 Public Thanksgiving....
Item #213656
November 07, 1810
MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 7, 1810.
* Elbridge Gerry
* Worcester MA News
* Public Thanksgiving
* 1810 Original
Near the bottom of the fourth column is: A Proclamation For A Day Of Publick Thanksgiving, Praise, And Prayer issued by the governor. Concludes on page 2, signed in type: Elbridge Gerry. Other news of the day includes: "Mississippi Territory" "Election"
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* Elbridge Gerry
* Worcester MA News
* Public Thanksgiving
* 1810 Original
Near the bottom of the fourth column is: A Proclamation For A Day Of Publick Thanksgiving, Praise, And Prayer issued by the governor. Concludes on page 2, signed in type: Elbridge Gerry. Other news of the day includes: "Mississippi Territory" "Election"
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Dealing with the British living in America...
Item #677797
July 20, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 20, 1812 Two columns of the front page are taken up with: "A Proclamation" for a day of Thanksgiving in support of the war, signed: James Madison. As well as four Acts of Congress each signed by Madison, one: "For the More Perfect Organization of the Army of the United States".
Also within: "Federal Recommendation of the War"... See More
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How to encourage a navy... Letter from Zebulon Pike...
Item #627435
October 31, 1812
ESSEX REGISTER, Salem, Massachusetts, Oct. 31, 1812 The ftpg. has: "A Proclamation" for a day of thanksgiving and prayer. Also: "The Way To Encourage a Navy" and a letter from: "Camp near Plattsburgh" taking 1 1/2 columns signed in type: Z.M. Pike.
Four pages, bit of foxing, nice condition.
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Battle of Queenston... Proclamation for gratitude and praise...
All columns black bordered for the death of the governor...
Item #569762
November 02, 1812
CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, Nov. 2, 1812
* War of 1812 original reading
* Battle of Queenston
* Governor Roger Griswold death
* Proclamation for "gratitude... to Almighty God"
All four pages have all columns black bordered due to the death of the governor, as reported on page 3: "Death of Governor Griswold". Being from the War of 1812 there is good war report... See More
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Capture of the Argus...
Proclamation for Thanksgiving & Prayer...
Item #583290
October 14, 1813
BOSTON GAZETTE, Boston, Massachusetts, October 14, 1813 Page one has "A Proclamation, For A Day Of Thanksgiving And Prayer", signed Caleb Strong, the governor of Massachusetts. The front page also has a report on the capture of the Argus, along with the death report of William Henry Allen, its captain.
Other news of the day is found throughout. The issue is complete ... See More
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Working towards peace... War of 1812...
Item #603157
October 19, 1814
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 19, 1814
* Discussing peace terms
* re. Siege of Fort Erie
Most of page 2 is taken up with various: "Documents" concerning the work towards finding terms for peace to end the War of 1812. If is prefaced with a brief "Message" to Congress concerning it, signed: James Madison.
Page 3 has: "A Proclamation... See More
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On the War of 1812...
Item #708864
November 22, 1814
THE NATIONAL ADVOCATE, New York, Nov. 22, 1814 This issue has reports on the closing, climatic months of the War of 1812.
The front page includes: "A Proclamation" by the President for a day of thanksgiving & prayer, signed in type: James Madison. Also: "Fort Erie Evacuated and Blown Up", plus an Act of Congress also signed by the President: James Madison.
Inside ha... See More
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Presidential Proclamation... Day of Thanksgiving... Reports on the War of 1812...
Item #598717
March 11, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 11, 1815 Nearly half of the front page is taken up with: "Day of Thanksgiving - By the President of the United States of America - A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison. It was proclaimed, as noted near the beginning: "...to be observed by the people of the United States with religious solemnity as a day of thanksgiving &... See More
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Presidential Proclamation... Day of Thanksgiving... Reports on the War of 1812...
Item #600892
March 11, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 11, 1815 Nearly half of the front page is taken up with: "Day of Thanksgiving - By the President of the United States of America - A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison. It was proclaimed, as noted near the beginning: "...to be observed by the people of the United States with religious solemnity as a day of thanksgiving &... See More
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Presidential Proclamation... Day of Thanksgiving... The War of 1812...
Item #603695
March 11, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 11, 1815 Nearly half of the front page is taken up with: "Day of Thanksgiving - By the President of the United States of America - A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison. It was proclaimed, as noted near the beginning: "...to be observed by the people of the United States with religious solemnity as a day of thanksgiving &... See More
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Presidential Proclamation... Day of Thanksgiving... The War of 1812...
Item #607516
March 11, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 11, 1815 Nearly half of the front page is taken up with: "Day of Thanksgiving - By the President of the United States of America - A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison. It was proclaimed, as noted near the beginning: "...to be observed by the people of the United States with religious solemnity as a day of thanksgiving &... See More
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Presidential Proclamation... Day of Thanksgiving... Reports on the War of 1812...
Item #599876
March 11, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 11, 1815
* President James Madison
* Day of Thanksgiving
* War of 1812
Nearly half of the front page is taken up with: "Day of Thanksgiving - By the President of the United States of America - A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison. It was proclaimed, as noted near the beginning: "...to be observed by the people of th... See More
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Presidential Proclamation... Day of Thanksgiving... The War of 1812...
Item #609741
March 11, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 11, 1815 Nearly half of the front page is taken up with: "Day of Thanksgiving - By the President of the United States of America - A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison. It was proclaimed, as noted near the beginning: "...to be observed by the people of the United States with religious solemnity as a day of thanksgiving &... See More
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Presidential Proclamation... Day of Thanksgiving... The War of 1812...
Item #714882
March 11, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 11, 1815 Nearly half of the front page is taken up with: "Day of Thanksgiving - By the President of the United States of America - A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison. It was proclaimed, as noted near the beginning: "...to be observed by the people of the United States with religious solemnity as a day of thanksgiving &... See More
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Presidential Proclamation... Day of Thanksgiving... The War of 1812...
Item #636335
March 11, 1815
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, March 11, 1815 Nearly half of the front page is taken up with: "Day of Thanksgiving - By the President of the United States of America - A Proclamation" signed in type: James Madison. It was proclaimed, as noted near the beginning: "...to be observed by the people of the United States with religious solemnity as a day of thanksgiving &... See More
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