Reports from Parliament from the 1600's...
Item #649266
VOTES OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, England, 1692 A rare British newspaper much the size of others of the day. Fine & lengthy reporting on votes and other actions in Parliament. Nice condition & rarely offered at such a price. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date--but will have the format a... See More
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #649246
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1696 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
Over 320 years old...
Item #649262
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1695. 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 & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format. This newspaper was published before any American newspapers even existed.A single sheet newspaper prin... See More
Gentleman's newspaper from 17th century London...
Item #670094
June 29, 1695
ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, England, June 29, 1695 A fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England.
This newspaper was done in question/answer format. Among the questions is one beginning: "A young gentleman of one and twenty, possessed of no fortune, marries an old woman near fifty, whom though a person of very ill fame for incontinence,
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This newspaper was done in question/answer format. Among the questions is one beginning: "A young gentleman of one and twenty, possessed of no fortune, marries an old woman near fifty, whom though a person of very ill fame for incontinence,
Handsome display newspaper from the early 1700's...
Item #649264
THE POST-BOY, London, 1723-1726 A very nice single sheet newspaper featuring two handsome engravings in the masthead (see). Various news from Great Britain and the continent of Europe, plus a partial red tax stamp on the reverse. Measures 14 1/4 by 8 1/8 inches, nice condition and great for display.
Handsome newspaper... America mention...
Item #671294
August 15, 1728
THE POST-BOY, London, Aug. 15, 1728 A displayable issue with the two masthead engravings, plus the very decorative first letter of the text (see). The ftpg. has brief mention of ships: "...from Philadelphia, with corn..." and another ship from Maryland. The back page has a curious item concerning the death of a man.
Single sheet, 8 1/4 by 14 inches, partial red tax stamp on bkpg.,... See More
Rare newspaper, lengthy title...
Item #670130
April 27, 1738
THE WARWICK & STAFFORDSHIRE JOURNAL WITH THE HISTORY OF THE HOLY BIBLE, London, April 27, 1738 This is a title I have never seen before prior to acquiring several issues, and is quite rare as such. Records show this title only lasted from late 1737 to mid-1739. Pages 2 & 3 are entirely taken up with various reports from "London".
A four page newspaper measuring 8 1/2 by 10... See More
With American content...
Item #667279
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1750 Among the articles within: "Whence Differences in the same Climate--Sea Lions" includes two illustrations of sea lions. Another article is titled: "Of the Crocodile" followed by: "Flourishing Settlement in Nova Scotia--Plants There" which is accompanied by a full page plate of various plants: &qu
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Reports concerning the French & Indian War...
Item #668859
April 12, 1757
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 12, 1757 The front page has a report headed America" which includes datelines from Charleston, including: "...learn from Georgia that the Chickasaw Indians lately attacked four French boats on the Halbama River...killed four men...not improbable that they have in view some attempts upon these Southern provinces & the ensuing Spring may... See More
Displayable Act of Parliament...
Item #666695
January 01, 1760
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1760 Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...to continue an Act...entitled, an Act for the better encouragement of the making of sail cloth in Great Britain."
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
Four pages, 11 by 7 1/4 inches, nice condition.
Indian troubles in the South...
Item #667012
January 27, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 27, 1767 The bottom of the ftpg. has news headed: "America" with a Charleston dateline noting: "...that the Chickasaws had joined the Chocktaws in their present war against the Creeks..." with more on this.
Inside has half a column headed; "America" with datelines from New York, Newport, and Boston.
Eight pages, 8 by 11 inch... See More
Ben Franklin to be Pennsylvania's agent to England...
Item #601356
December 05, 1769
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 5, 1769 Page 2 has news headed: "America" with reports from Philadelphia and New York, the former noting in part: "...Benjamin Franklin & Richard Jackson, Esqrs. are continued agents for this province at the court of Great Britain for the ensuing year."
Eight pages, 8 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.
New governor of New York assumes his office...
Item #667017
August 22, 1771
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 22, 1771 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 11 inches, very nice condition.
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.
Parliament debates America... Captain Cook's voyage...
Item #670432
March 01, 1775
THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, March, 1775 Formatted very much like the more popular "Gentleman's Magazine" but a considerably less common title.
Several pages are taken up with the: "Debates on the Bill For Restraining the Fishery of the New England Provinces".
Also several pages concerning Captain James Cook's voyage around the world, including: &quo... See More
Revolutionary War era lot...
Item #649259
THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of five issues of this famous newspaper, one each from 1777, 1778, 1779, 1780, and 1781, covering 5 years in and around the Revolutionary War. The lot is a blend of 1st and somewhat 2nd-rate issues. Although no direct war content is to be found, they are great period items giving a nice perspective of life during this formative period in world history. Most are 4 pages, a... See More
News from the Revolutionary War...
Item #670666
February 08, 1780
THE YORK COURANT, England, Feb. 8, 1780 The front page has a few news items on the Revolutionary War: "...account that Sir Henry Clinton & Lord Cornwallis were about to embark, with 10,000 men...lying ready at Sandy Hook to take them on board for the southward...Several prizes taken from the American, laden with tobacco...are come over with the above fleet...assured that General Cli... See More
Rare mention of Francis Marion, the 'Swamp Fox'...
Item #640568
May 25, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 25, 1782 Most of page 6 is headed: "American News - From the South Carolina Gazette" which includes a report from Charleston: "...that since the evacuation of Wilmington the loyal inhabitants...have plundered of almost all their efforts by the Rebels..." with more. Also: "...A part of our cavalry...fell in with Marion's corps on... See More
Rare mention of Francis Marion, the 'Swamp Fox'...
Item #644550
May 25, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 25, 1782 Most of page 6 is headed: "American News - From the South Carolina Gazette" which includes a report from Charleston: "...that since the evacuation of Wilmington the loyal inhabitants...have plundered of almost all their efforts by the Rebels..." with more. Also: "...A part of our cavalry...fell in with Marion's corps on... See More
Closing events of the Revolutionary War...
Item #642356
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1783 Near the back is over 1 1/2 pages of: "Advices From The United States Of America" from before the formal treaty ending the Revolutionary War was signed. Included is a report in Congress concerning: "...information of the evacuation of Charles-Town by the British & of our being by that event in complete possession of all the S... See More
Creating a statue of Washington... Loyalists in New York...
Item #651225
October 18, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 18, 1783 Page 3 has a report noting in part: "...that a treaty had been ratified in Congress the 29th day of July last...between the U.S. and the King of Sweden. This Treaty was concluded at Paris...and signed by Dr. Franklin..." Also a resolution from Congress: "...That an equestrian statue of General Washington be erected at the place wher... See More
John Hancock document...
Item #660394
February 25, 1790
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Feb. 25, 1790 The entire front page is taken up with reports from the: "Congress of America", carrying over to page 2. Page 3 has a Resolve by the state of Massachusetts signed in type by the governor: John Hancock.
Four pages, wide, never-trimmed margins, small binding holes at the blank spine, great condition.
General Anthony Wayne & the Chippawa Indians...
Item #668317
November 06, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 6, 1793 A page 3 item reports in part: "...from Pittsburgh, we learn that General Wayne had marched from the Miami against the Indians with 3000 regular troops and 1500 volunteers from Kentucky....Still Knee, a chief of the Chippawas, had come into Fort-Pitt, with assurance that his nation had resolved to observe a strict neutrality."
Four pages, ... See More
Acts by Sam Adams...
Item #660396
March 16, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, March 16, 1795 Page 2 begins with two Acts from the Mass. legislature, each signed in type by the governor: Samuel Adams.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, wide never-trimmed margins, small binding holes at the blank spine, great condition.
No use of Pennsylvania rivers for hostile purposes...
Item #659375
April 29, 1795
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, April 29, 1795 Page 3 has a document from Pennsylvania concerning: "...whenever a fleet, squadron or ship of any belligerent nation shall clearly & unequivocally use the rivers...of Pennsylvania as a station in order to carry on hostile expedition from thence...the President deems such conduct to be contrary to the rights of our neutr... See More
A displayable title... Much on the controversial Jay Treaty...
Item #666801
October 15, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Oct. 15, 1795 Beyond having one of the more decorative & displayable mastheads of the 18th century, over half of the front page is taken up with continued discussion headed: "Features on Mr. Jay's Treaty" with England, a very controversial document which was ultimately signed by President Washington in August.
Four ... See More
A displayable title... Much on the controversial Jay Treaty...
Item #666807
November 16, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Nov. 16, 1795 Beyond having one of the more decorative & displayable mastheads of the 18th century, nearly half of the front page is taken up with continued discussion headed: "Features on Mr. Jay's Treaty" with England, a very controversial document which was ultimately signed by President Washington in August.
Fou... See More
Dealing with the Indians...
Item #669402
November 30, 1795
FEDERAL ORRERY, Boston Nov. 30, 1795 Certainly one of the less common American titles from the 18th century.
Pages 1 and 2 contain: "Creeks, Cherokees- Extract of a Letter from a Gentleman at Telico Blockhouse..." which concerns a treaty with the Indians in Tennessee. Related correspondence takes 1 1/2 columns on page 2.
Page 3 has: "Confirmation Strong of a Peace With Algie... See More
Discussing the Jay Treaty, and more...
Item #659399
December 02, 1795
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Dec. 2, 1795 Inside has much under the heading: "France National Convention". Page 2 has some discussion concerning the controversial Jay Treaty, and a brief item noting: "There has been a battle between the Creeks & Chickasaws--the Creeks were defeated with 26 killed--The Chickasaws lost 6 men and one woman."
Four pag... See More
Sam Adams is elected governor...
Item #668125
May 11, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 11, 1796 Page 2 has a very brief report: "His Excellency Samuel Adams is re-elected Governor of this Commonwealth, for the year ensuing: by a majority of about 2000 votes."
Four pages, irregular at the right margin, paper flaw to front leaf causing a blank spot on pg. 2, with an archival mend.
From the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #665543
December 16, 1797
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 16, 1797 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time, while the District of Columbia was under construction.
The front page is filled with advertisements including several illustrated ship ads. Also on the ftpg. is an ad for a recently published book: "Observations on Certain Documents...The Hi... See More
From when Philadelphia was the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #665616
January 24, 1798
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Jan. 24, 1798 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
Most of page 1 and all of page 2 are taken up with the latest reports from Congress.
The back page has an ad for a recently published book: "Observations on Certain Documents...The Histo... See More
John Adams responds to the Society of Cincinnati of South Carolina...
Item #668957
October 01, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Oct. 1, 1798 Page 3 contains an address of the Society of the Cincinnati of South Carolina to the President relating to the on-going troubles with France, followed by his response to them signed: John Adams.
A bit close-trimmed at the top of page 3 causing loss to about 5 words to the Adams letter.
Four pages, handsome masthead, nice condit... See More
Jefferson signs an Act of Congress, on the front page...
Item #667497
May 18, 1801
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, May 18, 1801 The top of the front page has a half column Act of Congress for allowing franking to delegates from the Northwest Territory, signed in type by both: Th. Jefferson and John Adams.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, small posting hole at the top, good condition.
A pair of issues questions: is Thomas Jefferson an infidel?
Item #667004
December 14, 1802
THE BALANCE & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, Dec. 14 and 21, 1802 Page 2 of the 14th has an interesting article taking most of the page, concluding in the 21st, which reports on the spirituality of Thomas Jefferson.
A few bits include: "Altho' every candid friend of religion must, it is thought be convinced, from Mr. Jefferson's own writings, that he is an infidel.... See More
Very early Charleston...
Item #670041
February 11, 1803
CHARLESTON COURIER, South Carolina, Feb. 11, 1803 A volume I issue (number 29) of this famous title from the South. Various news of the day and a wealth of ads. Page 2 has a letter: "To The President - Letter II".
Four pages, spotted foxing, a bit irregular at the spine, nice condition.
Great item on Dickinson College in Carlisle...
Item #671278
February 25, 1803
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Feb. 25, 1803 The back page has a terrific & quite detailed notice headed: "DICKINSON COLLEGE" which details the stringent requirements of the students, and that: "...trustees & professors are equally solicitous that the seminary should be placed on a respectable footing & that as complete an education should be obtained ... See More
Jefferson's Proclamation declaring neutrality in the Napoleonic Wars...
Item #667349
July 08, 1807
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 8, 1807 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 Great Britain now within the harbours or waters of the United States, immediately & w... See More
The Chesapeake and the Shannon...
Item #671289
November 02, 1813
THE WAR, New York, Nov. 2, 1813 Most of the front page is taken up with a very historic report headed: "Chesapeake And Shannon" which is a French report of this significant naval battle. It begins: "The British, who had triumphed in so many naval combats previously to the prevailing American war, have long relinquished the practice of rejoicing for victories obtained over a si... See More
Printed exclusively to report the War of 1812...
Item #671290
March 22, 1814
THE WAR, New York, March 22, 1814 The front page has various "Documents" including item signed in type by John Armstrong and William. H. Harrison, all relating to the war. They carry over to take most of pg. 2 as well.
Other content within includes four Acts of Congress, each signed in type by the President: James Madison. Also: "Ogdensburgh" "Summary" "Fr... See More
The trade in slavery... Executed as pirates...
Item #667262
June 17, 1820
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 17, 1820 An inside page has a nearly two page article titled: "The Slave Trade" which has some fascinating details of the discovery of slave ships, some of the text including: "...I do further declare that the state in which these unfortunate creatures were found is shocking to every principle of humanity, seventeen men shackled toge... See More
Early issue from this Southern town rich in history...
Item #671384
August 29, 1829
THE CAMDEN JOURNAL, South Carolina, Aug. 29, 1829 A very early issue from this town rich in history, being the oldest inland town in South Carolina, the site of notable Revolutionary War battles, and home to six Confederate generals. Gregory notes that only one institution (Univ. of S. C.) has any holdings of this title from the earliest years.
Page 3 has a letter signed in type by: A... See More
Gibbs the pirate...
Item #662632
April 06, 1831
HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE, Northampton, Mass., April 6, 1831 Nearly a full column on page 2 is taken up with "Confession of Gibbs, the Pirate" which begins: "The confessions of this wretched being, now on the confines of eternity...unveil a career of long & desperate crimes..." with much more on his life.
Charles Gibbs was one of the last active pirates in the Caribbean duri... See More
Rumor of freedom sets off a slave insurrection...
Item #667245
February 11, 1832
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Feb. 11, 1832 Most of the issue is taken up with considerable reporting on: "Proceedings of the Senate - On the Nomination o Martin Van Buren" as the American minister to Great Britain, which would be rejected by the Senate. But he would go on to become the 8th President of the U.S. Also within is a report of the "rebellious slaves&... See More
Much on the Battle of Buena Vista, and other reports on the Mexican War...
Item #666789
April 06, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 6, 1847 Page 2 has close to two very detailed columns concerning the historic Battle of Buena Vista, an American victory over a larger Mexican force.
The two reports are headed: "Battle of Buena Vista" and then: "Santa Anna--His Position--The Consequences of the Battle of Buena Vista".
Page 3 has more on the war with... See More
Has General Winfield Scott entered Mexico City?
Item #657768
August 14, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 14, 1847 Page 3 has news from the Mexican War under the heading: "From The Rio Grande". This report focuses on whether General Winfield Scott had entered Mexico City, on letter noting: "It is rumored here for a week past that Gen. Scott had arrived in the city of Mexico...it is not possible that he could have entered he city... See More
President Zachary Taylor proclaims a day for prayer... Virginia gold...
Item #668185
July 04, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 4, 1849 Page 3 has a report headed: "Virginia Gold" as well as: "A Recommendation by the President of the United States" for a special day of fasting, humiliation, and prayer to be celebrated the first Friday in August, signed in type: Z. Taylor.
Four pages, minor tears at the margins, good condition.... See More
Planning to be a part of the California Gold Rush...
Item #668212
October 04, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Oct. 4, 1849 Page 3 has: "California Items" which has various news items which relate to the California Gold Rush. Much concerning transportation plans for the West.
Page 2 has: "The Astor Place Rioters".
Four pages, very nice condition.
Westward expansion... Decorative masthead...
Item #649254
OLIVE BRANCH, Boston, 1850-1856 A lot of four issues in mixed condition, all with a great masthead and with at least some westward-expansion themed reporting and/or advertising. One of the more decorative mastheads of the era. Four pages, some fold wear, edge tears, etc. All issues are complete and are offered at a significant discount over their single issue pri... See More
Published by P.T. Barnum...
Item #669878
ILLUSTRATED NEWS, New York, Jan. 22, 1853 Among the prints are: "Captain Ericsson Explaining His Invention to the Editors of New York" "Floating Mortar" "Astor Place Opera House" "Ball of the New York Fire Department..." "The Seals of Jerusalem" a nice town view of: "Concord, New Hampshire with 5 smaller prints including "The Reside... See More
A threat of war between the U.S. and Spain over the Black Warrior seizure...
Item #665895
March 18, 1854
DAILY OHIO STATESMAN, Columbus, March 18, 1854 Page 3 has rather lengthy reporting concerning the seizure of the Black Warrior controversy, including the letter of the President to the House concerning it, signed in type: Franklin Pierce.
The Black Warrior was a merchant ship that plied between New York City and Mobile, usually stopping at Havana, Cuba. Her seizure on Feb. 28 by Spanish aut... See More
Launch of the Merrimac...
Item #671293
July 14, 1855
BALLOU'S PICTORIAL, Boston, July 14, 1855 The front page has a nice print captioned: "Launch of the U.S. Steamer Merrimac..." with a related article. This was the ship that would letter be refitted to become the ironclad ship in the Confederate navy and would engage the Monitor in the very first battle of ironclads, opening a new era in naval warfare.
Other prints within inclu... See More
The attraction of the Nebraska Territory...
Item #666658
February 26, 1857
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 26, 1857 Page 3 has: "Nebraska Territory" which is a letter from Fort Calhoun which begins: "This most interesting Territory is rapidly settling up. No part of our great country presents such attracting inducements to the emigrant..." with more.
Also inside: "The Reported Treaty With Mexico" "The Incomin... See More
Early farming newspaper from California...
Item #666182
October 22, 1858
THE CALIFORNIA FARMER, San Francisco Oct. 22, 1858 This is quite early for a California newspaper. A nice engraving in the masthead with much of the content having a farming theme, although there are other items as well.
Interesting small subscription solicitation tipped on to page 5 noting: "We send you this copy for your examination and solicit your influence for our Journal as a fam... See More
Early and rather famous sporting-themed newspaper...
Item #670015
March 19, 1859
NEW YORK CLIPPER, March 19, 1859 An early sports-themed newspaper with an ornate masthead featuring engravings showing cricket, sailing, boxing, and horse racing.
The front page features a full-figure print of: "Harry Ellis, A Celebrated Canadian Pigeon Shooter". Inside has reports on various sports including: "The Ring" "The Trigger" "Sparring" "... See More
Beginning of the Civil War...
Item #670340
April 16, 1861
NEW YORK HERALD, April 16, 1861 Among the one column headlines on the Civil War on page 3 are: "THE WAR" "Important News from Washington" "Extensive Preparations for the Defense of the Capital" "THE NORTH AROUSED FOR WAR" "The Old 'Bay State' First In The Field" "Maryland Still True to the Constitution" "Additiona... 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
Advertisement for a Frederick Douglass speech on the Civil War, plus a war map...
Item #670356
February 12, 1862
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, February 12, 1862 In the first column on the ftpg. is an interesting advertisement for "A Black Man on The War!! Frederick Douglass will lecture at Cooper Institute..." with the date & time noted.
Various Civil War reports on pages 5, 6 and 8 including a back page Civil War map headed: "Roanoke Island and Its Defenses" with related heads as well.
E... See More
Rebels abandon Columbus, Kentucky...
Item #670337
March 04, 1862
NEW YORK HERALD, March 4, 1862 The front page features a detailed Civil War map: "THE REBEL GIBRALTAR EVACUATED".
Column heads on the war include: "The Destruction of Columbus" "The Rebels Evacuate Their Principal Stronghold, the Gibraltar o the Mississippi" and more.
Eight pages, nice condition.
Analyzing the Monitor... Lincoln fires McClellan...
Item #668403
March 20, 1862
THE KANSAS STATE JOURNAL, Lawrence, March 20, 1862 The ftpg. has a report on the: "Ericsson Battery" noting in part: "The iron-clad steamer Monitor went on another trial trip...to test her steering qualities...Her steering qualities are all that could be desired...The guns were fired to test...whether the concussion within the turret would not be so great as to injure seriousl... See More
Col. Johnson Trying to Capture Rebel Officer...
Item #673282
June 28, 1862
SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 28, 1862
The front page features a print of: "COL. JOHNSON ENDEAVORING TO CAPTURE A REBEL OFFICER, BUT GETS A WIG" and on the back page is a print: "LIFE AT THE SEA-SHORE" with accompanying text.
Four pages, large size, several folds. Rubbing on mid-fold. Some loss on the fold. See the accompanying pictures for more condit... See More
Sketches - Fair Oaks Battle Field...
Item #673280
July 05, 1862
SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, July 5, 1862
* The Fair Oaks Battlefield - sketches
The front page features a set of three prints captioned: "SKETCHES AROUND THE FAIR OAKS BATTLE FIELD", which includes: "SLEEPING ON THE BATTLE FIELD", "SENDING REBEL PRISONERS NORTH FROM FAIR OAK" and "MARCHING THROUGH SWAMP", with descriptive text.
Complete in fo... See More
Rare print of the sport of sculling...
Item #670030
September 13, 1862
THE SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Sept. 13, 1862 The front page has a print: "Race Between War and Hamill, for the Championship of the American Waters" showing the sport of sculling. There are Civil War reports inside.
The bkpg. features a cartoon: "Turning the Tables; or, a Little Sauce For the Gander".
Eight pages, good condition.
Six issues with Civil War-related content...
Item #669854
December 27, 1862
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York A nice lot of 6 different issues from 1863 & 1864, each contains within reports on military events from the Civil War, or reports of developments and improvements of military equipment.
Each issue complete in 16 pages and in nice condition.
Map concerning the Battle of Murfreesboro...
Item #665997
January 01, 1863
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Jan. 1, 1863 The front page features a nice Civil War map headed: "The Situation In Kentucky And Tennessee". Also many nice column heads on the war including: "The Advance of Rosecran's Army" "The Preparations For A Great Battle" "Sharp Fight Near Nolinsville" "Gallant Charge By the 101st Ohio" "Demoralization of th... See More
Map of Port Hudson, and military illustrations inside...
Item #665998
March 31, 1863
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, March 31, 1863 The front page features a nice & detailed map headed: "Map Of Port Hudson" along the Mississippi.
Also front page column heads: "Naval Engagement at Port Hudson" "The Mississippi Abandoned & Destroyed" "Union Victory at Berwick's Bay" and more.
See the photos for the various page 2 & 3 illustrations of... See More
Lengthy letter signed by Jefferson Davis... "Supplement" issue as well...
Item #666354
February 20, 1864
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, Feb. 20, 1864 As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
The front page is mostly taken up with: "The Military Situation" giving the latest reports of battle activities in various fields of operation.
Other reports inside area headed: &q... See More
Improved warship guns...
Item #669698
June 18, 1864
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, June 18, 1864 The front page is mostly taken up with a nice cut-away print of: "Woodbury's Improved War-Sip and Submarine Guns" with a related article carrying over to page 2.
There are other war-related articles inside.
Complete in 16 pages, very nice condition.
Sherman is approaching Atlanta...
Item #671385
July 22, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 22, 1864 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE GREAT CONTEST" "Late From Gen. Sherman" "His Approach to Atlanta" "Desperate Rebel Attacks" "They Are Repulsed with Severe Loss" and many smaller heads. More war reporting inside.
Eight pages, nice condition.
Sherman is approaching Atlanta...
Item #671386
July 22, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 22, 1864 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE GREAT CONTEST" "Late From Gen. Sherman" "His Approach to Atlanta" "Desperate Rebel Attacks" "They Are Repulsed with Severe Loss" and many smaller heads. More war reporting inside.
Eight pages, nice condition.
Battle of Chapin's Farm...
Item #172826
October 22, 1864
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, October 22, 1864 The full front page is a print of: "Major-General Butler After the Battle of September 25, 1864". Inside has four full page Civil War prints captioned: "Grant's Campaign--The Battle at Chapin's Farm" & "...The Rebel Assault & Attempt to Recapture Fort Harrison" & "...Charge of the Fifth Cor... See More
Sherman's march to the sea... Augusta, Georgia...
Item #671009
December 01, 1864
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 1, 1864 Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are: "GEN. SHERMAN'S ARMY" "Contradictory Reports about the Crossing of the Oconee River" "Arrival of Rebel Reinforcements at Augusta" "Attempted Escape of Union Prisoners at Salisbury, N.C." "The War In Tennessee" and more.
Eight pages, very nice conditi... See More
Item #671065
December 09, 1864
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 9, 1864 Among the front page one column heads on the Civil War are: "THE WAR IN GEORGIA" "Latest News From Sherman" "His Army Between the Ogechee & Savannah Rivers" "The Rebels, as usual, Claim the Advantage" "But Sherman Marches On" "Probable Attack On Savannah"
Complete in 8 pages, very nice condition.... See More
Sherman's march to the sea... The dead in the prison camps...
Item #671106
December 20, 1864
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 20, 1864 Among the front page first column heads on the Civil War are: "The Union Captives" "Additional Names of the Martyred Dead" "The Victims at Andersonville and Florence" "Calm Protest of the Officers Penned at Columbus, S.C." "A Frightful Bill of Grievances" "A Heavy Blow at Gen. Hardee with a Gloved Hand"... See More
Battle at Wilmington: attack on Fort Fisher...
Item #671113
December 30, 1864
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 30, 1864 Among the first column Civil War heads are: "WILMINGTON" "The Attack On Fort Fisher" "Official Report from Admiral Porter" which is quite lengthy & detailed & signed by him in type: David D. Porter, Rear Admiral; "The Terrific Fire of the Fleet" "The Guns of the Fort Completely Silenced" and more.
Eight ... See More
General Butler is removed from command...
Item #671390
January 11, 1865
NEW YORK HERALD, Jan. 11, 1865 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE SOUTH" "Rebel Particulars of Stoneman's Raid" "Mosby Still Alive" "Army of the James" "General Butler's Removal" "General Lee & Not Jeff. Davis Responsible for the Rebel Failures". More war reporting inside.
Eight pages, nice con... See More
Peace conference...
Item #671388
February 06, 1865
NEW YORK HERALD, New York, Feb. 6, 1865 The front page carries "The Peace Conference" "the Negotiations Not an Entire Failure" Opening of the Door to Reconciliation" "Submission to the Union and the Constitution the President's Terms to the Rebels" "Rumors Regarding a New Amnesty Proclamation, Etc, Etc, Etc".
Other articles include &quo... See More
Spirit of the rebel army...
Item #671389
February 07, 1865
NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 7, 1865 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE SOUTH" "Spirit of the Rebel Army" "The Faint Heartedness of the Rebel Congress Rebuked" "The Decapitation of Bragg Demanded" "SHERMAN" "Latest Rebel Reports of the Campaign in South Carolina" "Movement on Branchville" "Heavy Ski... See More
The 'demon' jailer of Andersonville, just before has execution...
Item #671383
November 13, 1865
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Nov. 13, 1865 Among the front page column heads are: "ANDERSONVILLE" "Wirz's Last Letter to His Family" "Why He Would Not Commit Suicide" "The Poisoning Story" "Strong Denial By Counsel Schade".
Also: "Light on the Rebellion" "More British Sympathy for Traitors" "London as a Supply Depot for the... See More
Wagon Box Fight... Red Cloud's War...
Item #673351
August 15, 1867
THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 15, 1867
* Wagon Box Fight... Red Cloud's War
* Fort Phil Kearny, Wyoming
The front page has a small one column heading: "Encounter with the Savages near Fort Kearny--The Indians Routed" 1st report coverage on the Wagon Box Fight during Red Cloud's War.
Other news of the day. Complete in 8 pages, some printing flaws including one in the me... See More
From the Oneida Community...
Item #649272
THE CIRCULAR or AMERICAN SOCIALIST, Oneida, New York, 1870's A lot of 10 issues from this well-known socialist "commune" (of Oneida flatware/silverware fame) from the post-Civil War 19th century. All are in great condition. Small folio size, 4 pages.
P. T. Barnum circus advertisement from 1873...
Item #648585
October 01, 1873
PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Oct. 1, 1873 The photo shows the nice back page ad for " P. T. Barnum's Great Traveling Museum Menagerie" which includes a portrait of Mr. Barnum and various details about the attractions and performances. The ad takes two-thirds of the column.
Eight pages, good condition.
P. T. Barnum circus advertisement from 1873...
Item #672632
October 03, 1873
PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Oct. 3, 1873
* P.T. Phineas Barnum ad
The photo shows the nice back page ad for " P. T. Barnum's Great Traveling Museum Menagerie" which includes a portrait of Mr. Barnum and various details about the attractions and performances. The ad takes two-thirds of the column.
Eight pages, minor ftpg. staining, overall good condition.... See More
Prison life at Blackwell's Island, New York...
Item #671292
February 19, 1876
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, Feb. 19, 1876 A very nice doublepage centerfold: "Snowballing" which shows a snowball fight among children. Also a fullpg. print: "America Sketches: Prison Life on Blackwell's Island", and another doublepg. centerfold: "Arrival of the Prince of Wales at Lahore" in India.
Complete in 28 pages, great condition.
Three patriotic engravings on the front page...
Item #668313
October 14, 1876
THE WHEELING INTELLIGENCER, West Virginia, Oct. 14, 1876 A politically graphic issue for display as the front page features 3 patriotic engravings, signifying: "This cannon belches forth in honor of the Republican victory in Colorado..." and: "This cannon celebrates our increased Republican majority in Ohio." and: "This cannon helped to reduce the Democratic ma... See More
From this exclusive Long Island community... Sag Harbor destroyed by fire...
Item #671259
March 03, 1877
THE CORRECTOR, Sag Harbor, Long Island, New York, April 22, 1871 An uncommon title from this once-famous whaling town near the eastern end of Long Island, now more famous as a playground for the rich & famous who frequent the neighboring Hamptons.
Various local and national news of the day, plus a great wealth of advertisements. Never bound nor trimmed with wide margins.... See More
Steamship Columbia... Novel swimming device...
Item #671165
May 22, 1880
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, May 22, 1880 The front page has "Babcock & Wilcox Boilers at the Standard Oil Company's Refinery Greenpoint, L.I." with an accompanying article.
Inside has: "Novel Swimming Device" "The Holden Ice Machine" "Pike's Hot-Blast Boiler Furnace" "Pease's Oil-Testing Apparatus" "The New Steamship ... See More
Salt Lake City title with a Mormon flair...
Item #649257
(5) DESERET EVENING NEWS, Salt Lake City, Utah, early 1880's A lot of 5 issues, from several years before statehood with much local news of the day. Articles with Mormon interest and perspective are sure to be found within each issue. Typically 4 page issues, minor browning & dirtiness, but not pulpish.
A journal of agriculture in Florida...
Item #671351
June 20, 1887
THE FLORIDA DISPATCH, Jacksonville, June 20, 1887 Noted in the masthead: "Official Organ Of The Florida Fruit Growers' Assoc. & the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Growers' Protective Assoc." with the content, and the ads, focused on such.
Handsome masthead, 20 pages, 10 1/4 by 13 1/4 inches, minor binding slits at the blank spine, very nice condition.
For stamp collectors... Philately...
Item #671392
THE SOUTHERN PHILATELIST, Charleston, South Carolina, November, 1890 A monthly magazine themed on stamp collecting. Has 24 pages plus the outer wrappers, 5 3/4 by 9 inches, still in nice condition.
A "cute" little Colorado Springs newspaper...
Item #671406
February 20, 1892
THE EDGEWOOD SUN, Colorado Springs, Colorado, February 20, 1892 I wouldn't use the term "cute" to describe many newspapers but I think it fits here. Four pages & measuring just 5 1/2 by 7 1/2 inches, it has advertisements, promotional & news tidbits, and various witticisms. A volume one issue of a little paper that lasted for just 2 1/2 years. Toned but in good con... See More
Investigating the Lizzie Borden case...
Item #671442
August 08, 1892
BOSTON EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Aug. 8, 1892 The front page has an article concerning the infamous Lizzie Borden murder case. Column heads: "BORDEN MURDER MYSTERY" "More of the Vital Parts Sent to Boston for Analysis".
Parts of the report include: "The police are very active in the Borden murder cases...looked in vain for any instrument that would lead to a detection of ... See More
Working to abolish alcoholic beverages...
Item #671393
YOUNG WOMEN, Chicago, January, 1896 An interesting magazine published by the Young Women's Christian Temperance Union whose focus was the outlaw of alcoholic beverages. They also worked to promote women's right to vote.Decorative title page, 12 pages, 9 1/2 by 13 inches, minor binding slits at the blank spine, nice condition.
Rare and early stock market title...
Item #649268
January 01, 1903
WALL STREET DAILY NEWS, New York, 1903 This interesting & quite rare newspaper is subtitled: "A Daily Journal Devoted to Financial Interests", from over a century ago. This newspaper has a wealth of early stock market reporting & would be a great companion newspaper for any modern report on the stock market.
Four pages, 10 by 13 1/2 inches, re-joined at the spine, nice con... See More
Monrovia, California...
Item #671217
April 20, 1906
MONROVIA MESSENGER, California, Sept. 20, 1888 A scarce title from Southern California. Monrovia is a city located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County.
This is the volume 1, number 9 with the front page have much extolling the virtues of Monrovia & its environs. Column heads include: "MONROVIA" "The Gem City of the... See More
Like an early Wall Street Journal... Street Railway Edition...
Item #673709
October 19, 1907
THE COMMERCIAL & FINANCIAL CHRONICLE, New York, Oct. 19, 1907 (STREET RAILWAY SECTION) A 112 page publication filled with railway maps, ads, schedules and notices, providing a great snapshot of the transportation infrastructure of the northeast corridor of the United States. Transportation maps include those from Maryland, Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Boston, Philadelphia, New York,... See More
Like an early Wall Street Journal... Railway and Industrial Edition...
Item #673708
October 26, 1907
THE COMMERCIAL & FINANCIAL CHRONICLE, New York, Oct. 26, 1907 (RAILWAY AND INDUSTRIAL SECTION) A 184 page publication filled with railway maps, ads, schedules and notices, providing a great snapshot of the railway infrastructure of the United States. Transportation/railway maps include those from as far northwest as Alaska, southeast as Florida, and nearly every region in between. Maps o... See More
A record of the construction of the Panama Canal...
Item #649251
January 01, 1914
CANAL RECORD, Ancon, Canal Zone, 1914 This small-size periodical from the Isthmus of Panama is an interesting newspaper published by the "Isthmian Canal Commission", given free of charge to employees of the Commission & the Panama Railroad Company. It lasted for several years documenting the construction of the Panama Canal, considered one of the finest engineering achiev... See More
1917 Battle of Hill 70... WWI...
Item #670578
August 15, 1917
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Aug. 15, 1917
* Battle of Hill 70 - Lens, Pas-de-Calais, France
* Canadian Corps vs. German - World War I
The front page has a nice banner headline in red lettering: "CANADIANS WIN GREAT VICTORY" with subhead also in red: "Hill 70 At Lens Won In Attack" Small library label slight affects the headline. (see)
Complete with 12 pages, light tonin... See More
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
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