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709037

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...

Item #709037

January 30, 1700

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 20, 1700



* 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 c... See More  

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708940

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...

Item #708940

October 31, 1700

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 31, 1700



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* From 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 i... See More  

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$30.00
708740

Handsome, early, displayable newspaper from 1715...

Item #708740

January 03, 1715

THE POST BOY, London, Jan. 3, 1715 



* 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 Europ... See More  

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$33.00
708411

Cherokee Indians, & other concerns...

Item #708411

March 16, 1762

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, March 16, 1762 



* Early Native Americans

* Cherokees - Indians




Inside has a report headed: "America" from Charleston beginning: "Last Saturday the Little Carpenter & other Cherokees who came with him to ratify the treaty...". Also four additional reports datelined from New York & one from Philadelphia.

Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inc... See More  

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$33.00
708401

From the American Revolutionary War era...

Item #708401

May 18, 1779

THE LONDON EVENING POST, May 18, 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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$45.00
708399

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

Item #708399
* 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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$82.00
708363

The invasion and capture of Martinique, with the treaty...

Item #708363

March 23, 1762

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, March 23, 1762  



* Invasion of Martin Martinique

* Seven Years' War - West Indies




Inside has four pages taken up with a fine & detailed account of the invasion of Martinique, part of the Seven Years' War. Included are the: "Articles of Capitulation of the Citadel of Fort Royal in the Island of Martinico, the 4th of February, 1762" with all 19... See More  

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708116

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

Item #708116

March 06, 1794

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, March 6, 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 irregular along the spine, nice condition.... See More  

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$33.00
708063

Relating to the French & Indian War...

Item #708063

November 17, 1761

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 17, 1761  



* French and Indian War



Page 2 has a brief item headed: "America" with a New York dateline, noting: "There is an expedition fleet getting ready...destined for the West Indies. We have near 5000 of General Amherst's troops encamped in an island about ten miles from hence, and about 40 sail of transports in the river that a... See More  

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708050

1793 Boston, Massachusetts...

Item #708050

March 05, 1794

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 5, 1794



* 18th century American title



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

Pages 3 & 4 contain a few illustrated ship ads.

Complete as a 4 page issue, tape maned on page 2, tiny hole on page 3, generally in very nice condition. ... See More  

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707318

From the American Revolutionary War era...

Item #707318

June 08, 1779

THE LONDON EVENING POST, June 8, 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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707011

Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...

Item #707011

August 16, 1766

(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated June 17, 1758, July 22, 1760, April 5, 1768, June 2, 1772 and March 17, 1772. 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 very nice ... See More  

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$72.00
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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706665

Map of Italy... Comets...

Item #706665
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1742  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, Sardinia, a portion of Sicily, as well as portions of France (includin
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$88.00
706647

Over 295 years old...

Item #706647

October 11, 1729

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 11, 1729



* 18th Century original

* Over 295 years old



This newspaper is 293 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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$30.00
706532

Early newspaper from 1746 Amsterdam...

Item #706532

June 28, 1746

LES ETATS DE HOLLANDE [The States of Holland], June 28, 1746 



* Rare 18th century title

* Nice masthead




An interesting, little newspaper from this Dutch city, printed in French, featuring an engraving in the middle of the masthead. At the back is the: "Suite Des Nouvelles d' Amsterdam" which would seem to be a supplemental sheet.

Six pages, 6 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches, never-t... See More  

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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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706467

France anxious to remain a friend of the new United States...

Item #706467

May 18, 1784

THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, May 18, 1784  Page 2 has several reports concerning America including: "...the Court of France continues...to express the warmest sentiments of friendship & attachment towards the United States...that the Marquis de la Fayette is indefatigable in his endeavours to render services to the States..." with other reports as well.

Eight pages, 8 1/... See More  

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706403

A title rarely offered...

Item #706403

May 13, 1732

THE UNIVERSAL SPECTATOR & WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, May 13, 1732



* Rare 18th century publication



An early and uncommon title from England. Although the news is mostly European there are two bits from America: "Col. Phipps, a native of, and resident in New England, is appointed Lieutenant Governor of the province of the Massachusetts Bay..." with the decease of Jonathan Belcher. A... See More  

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706390

Account of Louis XVI's attorney in the latter days...

Item #706390

October 11, 1797

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 11, 1797  The front page has an interesting report prefaced with: "The following particulars respecting the last moments of Louis XVI are extracted from...papers of the respectable but unfortunate Malescherees, one of the three counsel who assisted the unhappy Monarch on his trial."

One bit notes: "...It was I who first... 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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705371

Ten London newspapers from the 1790's...

Item #705371

May 04, 1795

(10) THE SUN and THE TIMES were two of the more famous & successful of British newspapers in the late 18th century. The Times remains one of the iconic papers of the world, having begun in 1788 and is still printing today. It was the first newspaper to have "Times" in the title, since lending its name to innumerable newspapers on both sides of the Atlantic.

Here is a lot of ten issu... 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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$142.00
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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$44.00
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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704602

First lottery in America... Electricity experiments...

Item #704602
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, April, 1745  A feature of this issue is a terrific, three page graphic representation of the: "Situation of his Majesty's Fleet & the Combined fleets of France and Spain in the Mediterranean...when Adm. Mathews made the Signal to engage the enemy..." showing the various positions of the ships (see photos). This is highly unus
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704599

George Washington... Preventing Louis XVI from cutting his throat...

Item #704599

March 20, 1793

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 20, 1793 



* George Washington

* John Adams

* Thomas Jefferson




The entire first column on the ftpg. and part of page 2 are taken up with: "An Act for Enrolling & Licensing ships or vessels to be employed in the Coasting trade & fisheries & for regulating the same" (concluded from a previous issue) which on page 2 is signed in bloc... See More  

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704597

Great dislike of the Jay Treaty (designed by Alexander Hamilton) with England...

Item #704597

July 29, 1795

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR THE WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 29, 1795 



* 18th century America

* re. John Jay Treaty




Almost all of the front page is taken up with critical articles on the controversial Jay Treaty with England, designed by Alexander Hamilton, headed: "Candid Remarks on the Treaty of Amity & Commerce Between Great Britain and the United States of America". ... See More  

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704440

London from 1799...

Item #704440

January 01, 1799

THE SUN, London, England, 1799  A fine issue of a typical late 18th century newspaper, the top of the masthead con containing a decorative, red-inked tax stamp. Much news of the day and ads as well.

Four pages, good condition. 

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704435

The great Philadelphia State House print...

Item #704435
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1752  Despite the 48 pages of text within this issue the prime content is certainly the full page plate captioned: "A View of the State House in Philadelphia" which would later be known as Independence Hall.

This is a print of this famous building 24 years before it would become much more famous. It is one of the earliest prints of ... See More  

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704434

Ben Franklin the weatherman: an early landmark work on meteorology...

Item #704434

July 06, 1767

THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, October, 1766  Inside has four pages taken up with a paper written by Ben Franklin, read by him at the Royal Society in London in 1756. It was not put to print until 1765.

The essay is headed: "Physical and Meteorological Observations, Conjectures, and Suppositions, by Benjamin Franklin, L.L.D. and F.T.S. Read before the Royal Society June 3, 1756"... See More  

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704432

The publisher was jailed for what he printed...

Item #704432
THE NORTH BRITON, London, July 14, 1770  This was a radical newspaper from the 18th century, very much associated with the name John Wilkes. Wilkes published the issues #1 thru 46 (this is issue #172).

Issue number 45 (April 23, 1763) is the most famous issue of the paper. It criticized a royal speech in which King George III praised the Treaty of Paris ending the Seven Years' War. Wilke... See More  

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$26.00
704431

A short-lived 18th century title...

Item #704431

March 03, 1752

THE ADVENTURER, London, England, March 3, 1753  An uncommon, essay-format bi-weekly newspaper addressed specifically to men, containing six pages & lasting only for 17 months from 1752 to 1753. This is issue #34.

While each issue varies, common contributors included John Hawkesworth and Samuel Johnson.

A decorative embellishment at the top of the front page. 

Six pa... See More  

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704430

It satirized the vices & follies of the fashionable...

Item #704430

February 01, 1753

THE WORLD, London, England, Feb. 1, 1753  This is an interesting, six page newspaper that only existed for four years. It's focus was satirizing the vices and follies of the fashionable world rather than reporting the news of the day. 

Six pages, 7 by 11 inches, very light damp stain to an upper corner, nice condition.

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704429

Short-lived newspaper with an interesting title...

Item #704429

June 03, 1709

THE BRITISH APOLLO, OR CURIOUS AMUSEMENTS FOR THE INGENIOUS and subtitled: "To Which are Added the Most Material Occurrences Foreign and Domestick". Published in London, and "Perform'd by a Society of Gentlemen" as noted in the masthead June 3, 1709.

This newspaper existed for less than 4 years. Readers were invited to send in questions on any subject whatsoever, and the e... See More  

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$43.00
704426

Early newspaper from 1746 Amsterdam...

Item #704426

July 29, 1746

LES ETATS DE HOLLANDE [The States of Holland], Amsterdam, July 29, 1746  An interesting, little newspaper from this Dutch city, printed in French, featuring an engraving in the middle of the masthead. At the back is the: "Suite Des Nouvelles d' Amsterdam" which would seem to be a supplemental sheet. Eight pages, 5 1/2 by 7 3/4 inches, great condition.

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$35.00
704424

From Germany during the Revolutionary War...

Item #704424
INTELLIGENZ-BLATT [Intelligence Sheet], Leipzig, Germany, Nov. 21, 1778  Above the title, translated, is "Most Privileged".

An interesting title from during the American Revolutionary War. I am not aware of American content due to the German text, but given Hessian involvement in the war, some interest in American affairs would be logical.

Eight pages, 9 by 7 inches, very nice con... See More  

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$34.00
704421

Uncommon 18th century newspaper by Samuel Johnson...

Item #704421

August 17, 1751

THE RAMBLER, London, Aug. 17, 1751  An uncommon periodical done by the Samuel Johnson. Johnson was one of the most important English writers of the eighteenth century. It's long been traditional to refer to the second half of the eighteenth century as "the age of Johnson".

While working on the Dictionary, for which he is perhaps most famous, he published a series of periodical ... See More  

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$25.00
704415

The first successful magazine in the country...

Item #704415

May 05, 1743

THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, (Boston), May 5, 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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$164.00
704396

Notable ad for Paine's "Common Sense"... Much on the faltering relationship with America...

Item #704396

January 18, 1776

THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Jan. 18, 1776   Wonderful to find a newspaper not just dated 1776, but from Philadelphia.

The entire front page is taken up with reports from Parliament, much concerning the tension with the American colonies. A few items include: "...we behold, with the utmost concern, the disorders & discontents in the British Colonies, rather increased... See More  

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704390

Death of Ben Franklin...

Item #704390

April 24, 1790

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, April 24, 1790  Our records indicate it has been over 12 years since we have been able to offer a newspaper with some report on the death or funeral of Ben Franklin. Such issues have been very elusive.

The back page has a very notable--and early--report headed datelined at "Philadelphia, April 20, 1790" beginning: "Died on Saturday night... See More  

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$4,150.00
704389

Significant Washington letter to the Jewish congregation of Newport...

Item #704389

September 15, 1790

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Sept. 15, 1790 



* President George Washington

* Letter to the Jewish congregation

* Newport, Rhode Island - Jews

* Historic Judaica item - Moses Seixas




The back page contains one of the more significant Judaica items found in an American newspaper.

It presents the full text of the: "Address Of The Hebrew Congregation in Newport, Rhode Isl... See More  

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$88,750.00
704385

Broadside edition of this famous title, with good content...

Item #704385

January 08, 1782

THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, Jan. 8, 1782  Apparently a quite unusual broadside edition as the issue is a single sheet with the back page blank. If page 2 had text I would suspect that the back leaf was missing, but the front page text concludes on the front page and the reverse is entirely blank.

The front page has an item including: "...from Paris...th... See More  

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$720.00
704351

During Washington's administration...

Item #704351

March 14, 1794

GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 15, 1794  The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. The front page features ten illustrated ship advertisements. Page 3 is mostly taken up with reports from the "Federal Legislature".

Four pages, tiny binding holes along the spine, untrimmed, a few ink stains in th... See More  

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$39.00
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