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718260

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1688...

Item #718260

August 02, 1688

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 2, 1688



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




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718238

An early 1733 London newspaper...

Item #718238

November 27, 1733

THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, Nov. 27, 1733  



* Forty-two years prior to the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War



A fine example of this single sheet issue with the front page having various items from London with a partial red stamp at the bottom right corner, and the back page entirely taken up with advertisements.

Single sheet, 9 by 15 1/2 inches, very nice condition.



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717970

A displayable 18th century newspaper...

Item #717970

June 21, 1716

THE POST BOY, London, June 21, 1716 



* Rare title w/ nice masthead



One of the nicer mastheads of the 18th century as it features two handsome engravings (see). Various news reports from Europe. The back page is mostly filled with advertisements and notices.

Complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 8 1/4 by 14 inches, very nice condition.



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717916

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...

Item #717916

September 09, 1675

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 9, 1675



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




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717566

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...

Item #717566

September 21, 1668

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 21, 1668



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




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717422

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1698...

Item #717422

August 01, 1698

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 1, 1698



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century

* Nearing the beginning of the 18th century




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717417

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1679...

Item #717417

July 03, 1679

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 3, 1679



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century

* Great gift idea for that history buff




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717197

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...

Item #717197

January 19, 1668

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 19, 1668



* Among the Earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something in your hands from the 17th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




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717058

Early Ben Franklin item ("Speech of Polly Baker")... Foldout map of Genoa...

Item #717058
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1747  Inside includes the well-known Ben Franklin item: "Speech of Miss Polly Baker". This is the earliest Ben Franklin appearance in a Gentleman's Magazine and perhaps within any British publication, as confirmed by the Franklin Papers, Yale University. The full text of the "speech" can be found at Founders Online ... See More  

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716835

One of the most intricately engraved mastheads to be had...

Item #716835

January 04, 1729

THE NORWICH GAZETTE, England, Jan. 4, 1729   



* Rare 18th century publication

* Great masthead engraving




See the photos for the tremendous detail in the masthead of this early newspaper, showing the skyline of Norwich. Individual buildings and even the windows can be seen in this woodblock engraving. There are insets in the upper corners as well, one showing the patron Saint Georg... See More  

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716607

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1677...

Item #716607

June 21, 1677

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 21, 1677



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had



This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, me... See More  

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716551

"Negro Tom"... George Washington signs an Act of Congress...

Item #716551

June 18, 1796

FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Maryland, June 18, 1796 



* President George Washington



The back page has an ad for: "Negro Tom" describing: "A Black Man, about 5 feet 6 inches high...ran off from Fell's Point on Sunday..." then describing his clothing, etc. Also a: "Twenty Dollars Reward" ad with details. Page 2 has an entire... See More  

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716333

Over 295 years old...

Item #716333

November 15, 1729

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 15, 1729



* 18th Century original

* Over 296 years old



This newspaper is 296 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe, with interesting advertisements as well.

This title is the oldest continuously published daily newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. Complete with 4 pages, measuring about
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716295

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1670...

Item #716295

September 19, 1670

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 19, 1670



* Among the Earliest of English language newspapers to be had



This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More  

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716154

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...

Item #716154

February 09, 1673

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 9, 1673



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something original from the 17th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




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715841

From the American Revolutionary War era...

Item #715841

April 24, 1779

THE LONDON EVENING POST, April 24, 1779



* American Revolutionary War era

* 18th century - from The Enemy




Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.

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715808

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1686...

Item #715808

May 24, 1686

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 24, 1686



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something original from the 17th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




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715384

Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...

Item #715384

August 16, 1766

(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated May 25, 1758, June 7, 1760, Aug. 5, 1762, Feb. 21, 1765, and June 1, 1771. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies. 

Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in good conditio... See More  

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715161

18th century Philadelphia...

Item #715161

February 03, 1795

GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 3, 1795



* Rare 18th century American publication



Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements.

Four pages, tiny binding holes along the spine, untrimmed (u... See More  

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715091

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...

Item #715091

September 24, 1674

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 24, 1674



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Hold something in your hand from the 17th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




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715002

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1679...

Item #715002

February 26, 1679

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 26, 1679



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Great gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th centur... See More  

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714691

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1687...

Item #714691

November 07, 1687

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 7, 1687



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, th... See More  

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714687

A census of the Western Territory in 1795...

Item #714687

September 05, 1795

THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Sept. 5, 1795



* Early Northwest Territory

* Ohio




All of pages 1 & 2 are taken up with the: "Plan of a Constitution for the French Republic, continued". Pg. 3 has a report that the governor of Penna. has prohibited all trade with New York and Norfolk due to a contagion. Also that "An enumeration of the inhabitants in the We... See More  

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714684

Period news and advertising from the late 1700's...

Item #714684

January 13, 1796

THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Jan. 13, 1796  Much of pages 2 and 3 are taken up with reports from discussions in Congress.

Various news of the day inside, with mostly period advertising on the back.

Four pages, never-trimmed margins, good condition.

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714682

Washington signs an Act of Congress...

Item #714682

May 21, 1796

THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, May 21, 1796 



* President George Washington



The middle of page 2 has "An Act" of Congress for providing money to defray the costs of putting into effect the treaty with Algiers. It is signed in type by the President: Go. Washington.

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

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714681

Letter from John Jay...

Item #714681

April 16, 1796

THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York April 16, 1796  Page 2 has a lengthy letter concerning "the university" in New York, signed by its Chancellor and New York governor: John Jay.

Four pages, nice condition.

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714680

Washington on the Treaty of San Lorenzo...

Item #714680

April 06, 1796

THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, April 6, 1796 



* President George Washington

* Pinckney's Treaty of San Lorenzo




Page 2 has a letter to the House concerning ratification of the Treaty of San Lorenzo, signed: Geo. Washington. Then "An Act" of Congress providing relief to soldiers injured or disabled in the military, also signed: Go. Washington.

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714449

Documents by Washington and Sam Adams...

Item #714449

July 27, 1796

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 27, 1796 



* President George Washington

* Samuel Adams




The front page begins with a document: "Official By the President of the United States" concerning building codes for houses in the new city of Washington, D.C. It is signed in script type: Go. Washington.

Taking half of the ftpg. is: "An Act for Establishing a Turnpike Gate on such ... See More  

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714446

Ten days before Washington's death...

Item #714446

December 04, 1799

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Dec. 4, 1799  This issue was printed less just ten days before the death of George Washington.

Inside has much on the Napoleonic War, including a back page article: "Buonaparte's Retreat from Syria". Page 3 has a detailed ad for: "Forty Dollars Reward" for deserted soldiers.

Four pages, minor foxing, nice condition... See More  

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714426

Defeat of Bonaparte at the Battle of the Nile...

Item #714426

December 05, 1798

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 5, 1798  



* Lord Horatio Nelson

* Battle of the Nile

* Napoleon Bonaparte




Page 2 has some fine reports on the historic defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte at the Battle of the Nile.

One is headed: "Official & Pleasing" concerning the report, followed by: "French Official Accounts Of the Defeat at the Mouth of The Nile". This is follow... See More  

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714264

Handsome, early, displayable newspaper from 1716...

Item #714264

November 29, 1716

THE POST BOY, London, Nov. 29, 1716



* Rare & early 18th century publication

* Nice masthead engravings for display

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is one of our favorite early newspapers as it is single sheet, small folio size, and has two great engravings in the masthead making it very nice for display (see images). The front page has various reports from throughout Euro... See More  

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714128

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...

Item #714128

August 28, 1701

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 28, 1701



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* At the turn of the 18th century - unique gift idea




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17t... See More  

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714054

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...

Item #714054

February 06, 1700

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 6, 1700



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* From the turn of the 18th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with mo... See More  

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713939

From the American Revolutionary War era...

Item #713939

August 05, 1779

THE LONDON EVENING POST, Aug. 5, 1779



* American Revolutionary War era

* 18th century - from The Enemy




Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.

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713879

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...

Item #713879

July 10, 1684

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 10, 1684



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, t... See More  

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713822

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...

Item #713822

September 18, 1700

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 9, 1700



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* From the turn of the 18th century

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with m... See More  

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713731

The historic Funding Act of 1790... Alexander Hamilton...

Item #713731

August 07, 1790

(A 4-issue set) GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Aug. 7, 11, 14, and 28, 1790



The 4-issue set of Gazette of the United States from August 7, 11, 14, and 28, 1790, covers several key historical events and historic developments from the early U.S. government, focusing on the United States Funding Act of 1790 (which flowed from Alexander Hamilton's Treasury Report).



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713619

Delaware & Pennsylvania ratify the Constitution...

Item #713619
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, December, 1787



* United States Constitution ratification

* Pennsylvania and Delaware ratify




The first article in this issue is: "A Description of Boston".

Near the back of the issue is "Intelligence" which has the latest news reports of the day, including an historic one noting: "The deputies of the state Convention of Delawar... See More  

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713617

George Washington is elected President of the United States...

Item #713617

February 20, 1793

NATIONAL GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Feb. 20, 1793



* President George Washington

* Historic 2nd election victory




By far the most significant item in this issue is the page 3 report announcing the opening of the votes for President & Vice President.

History tells us that it was on February 13, 1793, when Congress officially tabulated the votes from the election of 1792.  Page 3 has a re... See More  

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713610

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1698...

Item #713610

October 17, 1698

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 17, 1698



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, t... See More  

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713512

Five British newspapers from the 1760's - 1790's...

Item #713512
* Pre and post American Revolutionary War era

* Great, unique gift idea for that history buff




(5) An interesting & unique lot of five British newspapers, containing all different titles from the 18th century. They span the 1760's thru the 1790's and include at least one from each decade. Some have red ink stamps (partial or otherwise, see images). Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping... See More  

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713458

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...

Item #713458

October 30, 1684

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 30, 1684



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had



This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More  

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713457

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...

Item #713457

July 07, 1701

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 7, 1701



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* At the turn of the 18th century - unique gift idea




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th... See More  

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713129

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...

Item #713129

September 25, 1684

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 8, 1684



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, thi... See More  

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712996

Only published for four years...

Item #712996

April 21, 1736

THE OLD WHIG, OR THE CONSISTENT PROTESTANT, London, April 21, 1736  



* Very rare publication

* Early 18th century British original




This is a very rare title, publishing for only 4 years with various news reports from Europe. There is a brief item on the back page noting: "...advice by a letter from South Carolina of the death of the Rev. Mr. John Fullerton, lately missionary at Ch... See More  

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712263

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...

Item #712263

September 25, 1684

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 25, 1684



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, ... See More  

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712243

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1685...

Item #712243

August 17, 1685

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 17, 1685



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Unique gift idea for that history buff




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, t... See More  

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711770

Washington's state-of-the-union address... Original bindings with wrappers...

Item #711770
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1792 



* Washington's State of the Union Address

* John Wesley's trip to Savannah, Georgia

* In original blue outer wrappers (very rare)




Included under: "American Intelligence" is: "The President's Address to both Houses of the Federal legislature..." which is the full text of Washington's annual state-o... See More  

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711660

Rare title with a Paul Revere engraving, still with original wrappers...

Item #711660

July 01, 1774

ROYAL AMERICAN MAGAZINE, Boston, July, 1774



* Exceedingly rare periodical just before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War

* Masthead engraving by Paul Revere with outer wrappers (rare)




The quite famous and extremely rare magazine published by Isaiah Thomas. This is the first of the title we have offered in many years.

As noted in Wikipedia, it was a short-lived monthly published in Bo
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711121

This title existed for just one year...

Item #711121

October 24, 1794

THE BALTIMORE DAILY INTELLIGENCER, Maryland, Oct. 24, 1794  



* Rare 18th century American publication



One of the less common American titles from the 18th century as it existed for just one year, from October. 28, 1793 thru October. 29, 1794. 

Pages 1 & 4 are filled with ads, with news items inside. Included is a lengthy letter signed by: John Jay, concerning what would b... See More  

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