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712472

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...

Item #712472

February 03, 1700

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 3, 1700



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* Unique gift idea for that history buff

* At the turn of the 18th century




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... See More  

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712438

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...

Item #712438

November 18, 1700

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 18, 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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$30.00
712338

Over 295 years old...

Item #712338

October 18, 1729

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 3, 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 7
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711936

From the American Revolutionary War era...

Item #711936

May 29, 1779

THE LONDON EVENING POST, May 29, 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.

I could find no "meaty" references to the Revolutionary War in this iss... See More  

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711770

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

Item #711770
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1792  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-of-the-union address to Congress, signed at its conclusion: G. Washington, dated Oct. 25, 1791.

Also included is the lengthy article: "Wander... See More  

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$159.00
711738

Displayable front page from the 18th century...

Item #711738

May 30, 1721

THE POST-BOY, London, May 30, 1721



* Nice masthead engravings



One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.



Single sheet, 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, very nice, displayable condition.

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$33.00
711586

1794 Boston, Massachusetts...

Item #711586

January 04, 1794

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 4, 1794



* 18th century American title



Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.

Pages 3 & 4 contain several illustrated ship ads.

Complete as a 4 page issue, generally in nice condition.

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$34.00
711295

Handsome, early, displayable newspaper from 1716...

Item #711295

November 20, 1716

THE POST BOY, London, Nov. 20, 1716



* Rare & early 18th century issue

* 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 Europe whi... See More  

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$33.00
711274

The Boston Massacre: a fine & detailed account...

Item #711274

March 15, 1770

THE NEW-YORK JOURNAL OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, March 15, 1770 The masthead features an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms.

Among the memorable events of history for the American populace, the Boston Massacre would certainly rank near the top. Unfortunately, we have rarely had the opportunity to offer this notable event in an American newspaper.

Page 3 reports a timely & very detailed telli... See More  

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$8,250.00
711258

18th century Philadelphia...

Item #711258

November 21, 1797

GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 21, 1797



* 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, foxing sport on the first leaf, minor margin we... See More  

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$39.00
711090

From the American Revolutionary War era...

Item #711090

June 01, 1779

THE LONDON EVENING POST, June 1, 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.

I could find no "meaty" references to the Revolutionary War in this iss... See More  

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710955

Rare political cartoon on America... Continental Association...

Item #710955
THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, Dec., 1774  A focus is a full page political cartoon concerning America, as such items ae rarely found in periodicals of the day.

The heading of the cartoon is: "American In Flames" and the facing page has descriptive text on it. It reads in part: "...it will lead to point out the chief actors in the American tragedy...The three mo... See More  

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$425.00
710667

A handsome, 18th century displayable 1794 newspaper...

Item #710667

January 30, 1794

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Jan. 30, 1794



* Nice 18th century American publication



A handsome issue for display given the decorative masthead. Various news reports of the day with a number of advertisements on the back page, some illustrated.

Four pages, a little light damp staining, minor margin wear, generally in nice condition.... See More  

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$35.00
710042

Washington offers pardon to deserters... Revolutionary War reports...

Item #710042

May 05, 1779

THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, May 5, 1779  Perhaps the prime content is the back page: "PROCLAMATION, By His Excellency GEORGE WASHINGTON, General & Commander in Chief of the Armies of the United States of America".

In this notable Proclamation, Washington notes: "...a pardon was offered to all deserters from the Army...who should rejoin t... See More  

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$415.00
710010

One of the earliest newspapers from the colonies...

Item #710010

May 15, 1735

THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, May 15, 1735 



* Among the earliest of American newspapers

* Very early & rare colonial publication




As any serious collector of newspapers knows, it is exceedingly difficult to find any colonial American newspapers from before 1760, let alone an issue from 1735. It began in 1719 and only published through 1749. It was the very first newspa... See More  

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710000

Death of Jonathan Swift... Early printing of "God Save the King"... Battle charts...

Item #710000
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1745  A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well (see). Further on is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh".

Anot
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$144.00
709995

Three great plates on the Seven Years' War...

Item #709995
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1759  Of prime interest are the 3 full page plates on the Seven Years' War, the first titled: "A Map of the Part of Westphalia in which the French Army Were Defeated , Aug. 1, 1759" which shows much details (see), the plate titled: "Line of Battle of the Allied Army Before the Engagement on the First of August, 1759", plus ... See More  

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709993

Counting the slaves... The infant Navy...

Item #709993

August 08, 1798

(2) COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 15 and 28, 1798  A notable pair of issues. The entire front page & a bit of pg. 2  of the Aug. 15 issue are taken up with: "An Act to provide for the Valuation of Lands & dwelling houses & the Enumeration of Slaves within the United States". It concludes by taking up most of the ftpg. of the Aug. 18 issue where it is signed in sc... See More  

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709991

Boston newspaper with Loyalist leanings...

Item #709991

December 26, 1768

THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, Dec. 26, 1768 



* Colonial Boston original

* Pro loyalist - Tory

* Pre Rev. War tensions




The publisher of this newspaper had Loyalist leanings, causing its demise before the formal outbreak of the Revolutionary War.

All of pages 1 & 2 are taken up with a continued report on: "Voltaire on History". Page 3 has: "The Opinions of th... See More  

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709987

Two European maps...

Item #709987
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1758  The prime features of this issue are the two maps, one being a full page plate titled: "A Map of the Rhine Between Wesel & Duseldorp..." (see), and the other a foldout map measuring 8 by 10 1/2 inches titled "A Complete Chart of the Coast of France from Ostend, to Cape Finisterra, including the Opposite Coast of the British Chan... See More  

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709896

Rare 18th century British title with the original outer wrappers...

Item #709896

August 01, 1798

THE MONTHLY REVIEW ENLARGED, London, August, 1798  This very uncommon title still has the blue/green outer wrappers. These wrappers are worn at the edges  with some loss at the spine (see).

The front wrapper includes the title/index page. Among the articles included are: "Emigration to America Considered" "Wallace's Essay on the Manufactures of Ireland" "Mrs... See More  

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709341

Uncommon title from 1702...

Item #709341
THE PRESENT STATE OF EUROPE OR THE HISTORICAL & POLITICAL MONTHLY MERCURY, London, England, August, 1702 



* Rare early 17th century publication



This is an uncommon periodical published during the reign of Queen Anne, formatted something like a pamphlet but definitely a periodical, with the more extended title reading: "... Giving an Account of all the Publick and Private Occurr... See More  

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708854

Masons--including Paul Revere--offer congrats to fellow Mason George Washington...

Item #708854

May 10, 1797

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, May 10, 1797  Page 2 has an address from: "The East, the West, and the South of the GRAND LODGE of Ancient, Free, & Accepted MASONS of the Commonwealth of Mass. to their most Worthy Brother, GEORGE WASHINGTON'" being congratulations on his 2 terms as President.

It is signed in type by 3 members including: "Paul Rever... See More  

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708303

Washington to be dictator of America for life?

Item #708303

July 07, 1789

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 7, 1789 



* President George Washington

* Dictator of America for Life ?




Page 4 has an: "Extract of a Letter From New York" which begins: "His Excellency General Washington, our new congressional President, and perhaps I might add Dictator of America for life, gave a very sumptuous entertainment on Thursday the 4th inst. on account of t... See More  

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707388

From the temporary capital of the United States...

Item #707388

February 01, 1797

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Feb. 1, 1797 



* Uncommon 18th century American publication



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 a notice for: "Proposals For C... See More  

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707236

Rare 18th century title... Alexander Hamilton...

Item #707236

January 15, 1798

THE TIME-PIECE & LITERARY COMPANION, New York, Jan. 15, 1798  



* Very rare 18th century title

* American Editor Philip Freneau

* Short-lived publication

* Letter to Alexander Hamilton




A quite rare title by Philip Freneau which lasted from March 13, 1797 to August 30, 1798.

Page 2 has a letter to: "Alexander Hamilton, Esq." signed in type: Isaac Governeur. Pa
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707212

Two letters signed in script type by George Washington...

Item #707212

January 16, 1796

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 16, 1796 



* Two letters signed in script by President George Washington



Page 2 has a letter from the President to Congress signed in script type: Go. Washington. Also on pg. 2 is a letter from the French to Washington, with his reply also signed in script type: Go. Washington.

This title was one of very few which used script type for the President,... See More  

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706942

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...

Item #706942

July 24, 1701

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 24, 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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706755

Samuel Webster's 1777 sermon...

Great and notable sermon on chasing the British out of America...

Item #706755

May 28, 1777

Pamphlet: "A SERMON Preached before the Honorable COUNCIL, and the Honorable House of Representatives, of the state of Massachusetts-Bay, in New-England. At BOSTON, May 28, 1777. Being the anniversary for the election of the Honorable Council. By Samuel Webster, A.M. Pastor of a church in Salisbury." 

Printed at Boston, by Edes and Gill, M,DCC,LXXVII [1777].

Complete in 44 pa
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706665

Map of Italy... Comets...

Item #706665
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1742 



* 18th century map of Italy

* Comets with diagram




Perhaps the best item in this issue is the very nice full page: "Map of Italy" which shows the various borders of the states at that time, including Tuscany, Naples, Ecclesiastical State, Milan, Savoy, Venice, and more. Also included with the maps are Corsica, Sardini
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706488

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...

Item #706488

June 30, 1701

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 30, 1701



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* At the turn of the 18th century




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 ... See More  

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706379

Reflecting upon the war in America...

Item #706379

December 13, 1781

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 13, 1781 



* Revolutionary War Era

* 18th century

* From The Enemy




The front page has 2 columns taken up with a letter: "To the People of Great Britain" much of which comments on the situation in America and the Revolutionary War.

Nearly 4 pages of reports from the "House of Commons" also include some discussion of the American ... See More  

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705912

See the displayable front page from the 18th century...

Item #705912

November 10, 1720

THE POST-BOY, London, Nov. 10, 1720 



* Nice masthead engravings

* Early 18th century original




One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.

Single sheet, about 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches in nice displayable condition.... See More  

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705357

Two accounts of Bunker Hill, Washington becomes commander-in-chief, so much more. In a Virginia newspaper...

Item #705357

July 14, 1775

VIRGINIA GAZETTE, Williamsburg, July 14, 1775 

This newspaper was published by Alexander Purdie, a distinction to be made since there were three newspapers of this title printed in Williamsburg during the early period of the Revolutionary War. A very rare opportunity for a scarce title from colonial Virginia. 

When it comes to the military events of the Revolutionary War, I'm not s... See More  

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705067

From the temporary capital of the United States...

Item #705067

February 02, 1797

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Feb. 2, 1797 



* Uncommon 18th century American publication



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 a notice headed: "Treasury Dep... See More  

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705064

A descriptive letter from Fort Wayne...

Item #705064

April 22, 1795

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR THE WORCESTER GAZETTE, April 22, 1795 



* Nice 18th century American publication

* From George Washington's administration era




Page 3 has a: "...letter from an officer in the Western Army to his father, dated Fort Wayne..." which has nice content concerning the area and relations with the Indians there.

Four pages, nice condition.... See More  

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705041

Map of Maastricht, The Netherlands... Battle of Val Lauffeld)...

Item #705041
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1747 (with map)



* Battle of Lauffeld (also Maastricht, or Val)

* Map of Maastricht, The Netherlands

* Coal mine fires




A nice feature is a foldout map titled: "A Plan of Maestricht, with the Adjacent Villages where the Battle was fought June 21...", which is in The Netherlands. The map shows considerable details - folding out to measure ... See More  

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704984

One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...

Item #704984

December 03, 1795

INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Dec. 3, 1795



* Nice masthead engraving

* 18th century America




If you are looking for a handsome American newspaper of the 1700's which is displayable & priced reasonably, this is one of the best. This title features one of the more decorative mastheads of the era.

Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, some tiny binding... See More  

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$52.00
704881

The first successful magazine in the country...

Item #704881

March 10, 1744

THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, (Boston), March 10, 1743,4  (year noted as such as it was 1743 or 1744 depending on which calendar was used).

This was the very first successful magazine in America, preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short years.

As the subtitle reads: "Containing Accounts of t... See More  

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$142.00
704880

The first successful magazine in the country...

Item #704880

May 07, 1743

THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, (Boston), May 7, 1743  This was the first successful magazine in America although formatted unlike typical magazines. It was exclusively a chronicle of the Great Awakening in America, exclusively of secular news reports. It was preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short y... See More  

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704855

Nice newspaper from Washington's administration...

Item #704855

October 22, 1796

THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Oct. 22, 1796 



* During George Washington's administration



A very typical late 18th century American newspaper with a good mix of news reports of the day and advertisements.

The back page has nearly 2 columns taken up with a notice from the Treasury Dept. headed: "Lands of the United States". This concerns the sale of land:... See More  

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704826

From Amsterdam in 1746...

Item #704826

May 20, 1746

LES ESTATS DE HOLLANDE, Amsterdam, May 20, 1746   



* Rare 18th century title

* Nice masthead




An uncommon title from Europe, having a nice engraving in the middle of the masthead and a decorative first initial on the ftpg. (see photos).  Written in French, with news reports from St. Petersburg, Stockholm, Paris, and elsewhere. Attached at the back is a single sheet "Suite... See More  

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704784

Napoleon's letters...

Item #704784

April 24, 1799

J. RUSSEL'S GAZETTE, Boston, April 24, 1799  The front page is almost entirely taken up with: "Buonaparte's Letters" which includes four signed in type by him: Buonaparte

Four pages, very nice condition.

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$38.00
704777

George Washington... John Adams... Thomas Jefferson...

Item #704777

March 16, 1791

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, March 16, 1791  Nearly half of the front page has "New Revenue Law" which is an Act of concerning repealing the duties on distilled spirits, carrying over to page 2 and then continues in a future issue.

The back page has a very historic Act of Congress, titled: "An Act to Amend 'An Act for Establishing the Temporary & Permane... See More  

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704771

Washington signs an Act of Congress... Creating a home for the President and Congress...

Item #704771

March 30, 1791

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, March 30, 1791  The front page has continued discussion in Congress concerning: "The Bank Bill Under Consideration" carrying over to take most of page 2.

Page 3 has a notable report from Phila: "The House of Representatives of this state have appointed a committee to bring in a bill to appropriate a sum of money for the purpose of bu... See More  

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$134.00
704764

From the temporary capital of the United States...

Item #704764

December 23, 1797

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 23, 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. Inside has reports from the federal Congress. And over half of the back page is taken up with: "Propo... See More  

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$41.00
704763

President John Adams writes to the people of Weston, Connecticut...

Item #704763

August 24, 1798

FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Aug. 24, 1798  Page 3 has an address to the President by the inhabitants of Weston, Connecticut, followed by "The President's Answer' signed in type: John Adams.

Four pages, handsome masthead, nice condition.

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$42.00
704740

Washington, the Constitution, Amendments, Hamilton's report...

Item #704740
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), October, 1789  Included is a lengthy: "...Report of the Secretary of the Treasury..." which takes 4 1/2 pages & signed in type by: Alexander Hamilton, Secretary of the Treasury.  This report is: "...in obedience to the order of the House of Representatives, of the 17th of September, 1789" concerning the indebtedness o... See More  

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$358.00
704737

Engraving of a porcupine in the masthead...

Item #704737

March 26, 1798

PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, March 26, 1798  The masthead features an engraving of a porcupine. The entire front page is taken up with ads, as is page 4 which includes one for a runaway slave headed: "Twenty Dollars Reward"

Four pages, never-trimmed margins, a little ink dirtiness to a front page margin,  nice condition.

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$75.00
704735

Officers respond to Washington's Farewell Address... British evacuate New York City....

Item #704735

January 02, 1784

THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Jan. 2, 1784  The front page has a report from New York noting: "General Thomas Mifflin is chosen resident of Congress for the ensuing year, in the room of Elias Boudinot...His Excellency General Washington, by proclamation bearing the date the 4th instant, and in compliance with a resolve of Congress...has discharged all the troops in the service of t... See More  

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$175.00
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