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Great map showing North America... On taxing America without their consent...
Item #682287
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1776 The prime feature of this issue is the great map showing all of the western hemisphere titled: "A New Projection of the Western Hemisphere of the Earth on a Plane shewing the proportions of its several parts nearly as on a Globe, By J. Hardy, at Eton College." The map is dated at the bottom: "by F. Newbery, Ludgat
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Cabinet positions in Washington's new government include John Jay as first Chief Justice...
Item #682219
November 01, 1789
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1789 Near the back is a report headed: "America" which details the power of the Executive Dept. of the new federal government, including: "The Executive Power, which forms one of the branches of ours new Government...to fill the different departments are appointed as follows: Mr. Jefferson, Secretary of State; General Knox, Secre... See More
The immigrant issue in America in 1787...
Item #682214
May 01, 1787
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1787 Included is a brief section headed: "American News" which references the end of the Shays' Rebellion in Massachusetts, and also mention that: "...from Philadelphia...that thirty thousand emigrants have arrived there since the war; that twenty thousand Germans and Dutch occupy a tract of 50 miles; and that grants have been made of... See More
Benjamin Franklin receives an award...
Item #681445
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1753 Near the back is a small & inconspicuous item reading: "At the anniversary meeting of the Royal Society the prize medal of gold was voted to Ben Franklyn, Esq. of Maryland, for his electrical discoveries." Note that not only did they spell his name wrong but they have his home colony wrong.
At the back is the &q... See More
The new American states struggling with money issues...
Item #681443
June 01, 1787
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1787 Included near the back is nearly half a page headed: "American News" which begins: "The present state of America is rather to be deplored than envied..." concerning its financial situation, including; "...America, like every other rising state, must have much to struggle with before it can arrive at opulence...".
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The Declaration of Independence, and more...
Item #681282
THE UNIVERSAL MAGAZINE, London, England, complete bound volume of six months for July thru December, 1776 plus the Supplement issue as well.* Original Declaration of Independence... the complete text
* As reported from Great Britain
* Entire bound volume intacted
It would be difficult to argue for a more important document in American history than the Declaration of Independence. It remai... See More
A "Diabolical Courant" newspaper within... Map of Northern Italy...
Item #680824
January 01, 1747
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, January, 1747 Of curious interest is the printing of a satire "newspaper" taking 2 1/2 pages, titled "The Diabolical Courant; or, Hellish Intelligencer". It's theme is on the recent English Civil War.
Otherwise various European reports and news of the day.
Complete in 56 pages, full title/contents page featuring a very nice & detail... See More
A "Diabolical Courant" newspaper within... Map of Northern Italy...
Item #680823
January 01, 1747
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, January, 1747 Of curious interest is the printing of a satire "newspaper" taking 2 1/2 pages, titled "The Diabolical Courant; or, Hellish Intelligencer". It's theme is on the recent English Civil War.
Included as well is a foldout map titled: "A Map of the Northern Parts of Italy Containing Savoy, Piemont, Milan, Parma, Mantua... See More
A review of Beethoven's new work, & critical of the waltz...
Item #680812
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1813* Ludwig Van Beethoven
Under: "Review of New Musical Publications" is: "Twelve Waltzes, for the Pianoforte, composed by L. Van Beethoven." The review includes: "...While we are recommending these pleasing compositions to our musical readers, let no one suppose that our commendation extends to the disgusting ... See More
Ludwig van Beethoven and Handel...
Item #680810
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1813* Ludwig Van Beethoven
* George Frideric Handel
* Early 19th century music
Under: "Review of New Musical Publications" is: "Mary's Warning: an Arietta, composed with an Accompaniment for the Piano-forte, By Lewis [sic] van Beethoven." The review includes: "We are much pleased with this song. The vocal melo... See More
Print of Jewish hospital...
Item #680798
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England December, 1819 The prime feature would be the full page plate of the: "Jew's Hospital, Mile End Road, Whitechapel". Accompanying it is a descriptive article which takes more than a full page.The other plate called for is lacking.
Complete in 94 pages, full title/contents page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 ... See More
Print of Jewish hospital...
Item #680797
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England December, 1819 The prime feature would be the full page plate of the: "Jew's Hospital, Mile End Road, Whitechapel". Accompanying it is a descriptive article which takes more than a full page.Also included is the plate: "South View of Chesterfield Church, Derbyshire".
Complete in 94 pages, full title/contents page featur... See More
Significant & rare Judaica print... Burgoyne in Parliament to answer for Saratoga...
Item #680658
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, May, 1778 Certainly the most significant item in this issue is the very nice foldout engraving which is described on the contents page as: "An Inside View of the Jews Synagogue at Amsterdam, and of the Ceremony of sounding the Horn on New Year's Day".This plate folds out to 8 1/4 by 8 3/4 inches, has minor foxing, and a library stamp in a ... See More
Great foldout map of "West Florida" from Pensacola to New Orleans...
Item #680579
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1772 * Nice map of "West Florida"
* Pensacola, Florida, to New Orleans, Louisiana
* Plate of a rare bird from the Hudson Bay
Certainly the most notable item in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of Part of WEST FLORIDA" from Pensacola to the Mouth of Iberville River, with a View to shew t... See More
The great Philadelphia State House print...
Item #680365
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1752 * Pennsylvania State House
* Philadelphia PA print
* Independence Hall
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 bef... See More
Death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart... Slaves revolting in Haiti...
Item #680052
December 01, 1791
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1791
* Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart death (1st report)
* Musical composer - Classical music era original
Presented inconspicuously among other death reports is a brief yet very notable report on the death of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, ending with a prophetic comment: "At Vienna, Wolfgang Mozart, the celebrated German composer. ... See More
Defending the criticisms of Jews...
Item #679999
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1731* A rare 1st edition
* Supporting criticism of the Jews
* Early report from Boston
This is just the third issue of this extremely successful magazine. Several editions of the first several issues were printed in the early 1730's, and are typically identified as such (2nd edition, 3rd edition, etc.) at the bottom of the title page. This ... See More
Bookselling & newspaper publishing in America...
Item #679580
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1796 Included is a very interesting article titled: "Present State of Printing and Bookselling in America" which is great for our hobby as there is talk of newspaper printing as well, including; "...people of North America manufacture their own paper...The newspapers of Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, and Mary... See More
Cottingham Village and Church (1797)...
Item #679578
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1797 A generic issue with no content with writing about. Includes both plates called for, including one showing the Cottingham Church and family monuments. A corresponding article provides considerable details regarding this ancient country village.Complete in 88 pages, full title/contents page with an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 inc... See More
Oliver Cromwell print... Thanks for Horatio Nelson...
Item #679573
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1799 Among the two plates called for is one with a nice print of Oliver Cromwell as well as a view of Cockermouth Castle (see) with related text for both. Near the back is a letter from Horatio Nelson answering the vote of thanks of the British House of Commons for his victory in the Battle of the Nile, signed: Nelson.Complete in 96 pages, full titl... See More
General Murray on retiring from Quebec...
Item #679163
September 01, 1766
THE SCOTS MAGAZINE, Edinburgh, Scotland, September, 1766 Although formatted much like the more common "Gentleman's Magazine" this is a much more scarce title.
News under: "British North America" includes an address from the Council in Quebec to Governor James Murray on his retirement from that position, with his response to the Council. Further on are more letters to... See More
The Revolutionary War... A map of Cambridge...
Item #677982
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1776 Articles include a continued: "Debate on the Second Reading of the Bill for Prohibiting all Intercourse with the Colonies in Rebellion" & "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists Since the Passing of the Boston Port Bill" which includes some good talk on the British evacuating Boston, mentioning that: "...L... See More
Great map showing North America... On taxing America without their consent...
Item #677981
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1776 The prime feature of this issue is the great map showing all of the western hemisphere titled: "A New Projection of the Western Hemisphere of the Earth on a Plane shewing the proportions of its several parts nearly as on a Globe, By J. Hardy, at Eton College."
The map is dated at the bottom: "by F. Newbery, Ludg
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The map is dated at the bottom: "by F. Newbery, Ludg
Early version of the Articles of Confederation...
Item #677958
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1775
* Early Version of the Articles of Confederation
* Captain Cook and his voyage to the South Pacific
Over three pages taken up with: "Protest entered in the Upper House Against the Bill for Prohibiting all Commercial intercourse with the Confederated Colonies" which is very good reading in defense of America.
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* Early Version of the Articles of Confederation
* Captain Cook and his voyage to the South Pacific
Over three pages taken up with: "Protest entered in the Upper House Against the Bill for Prohibiting all Commercial intercourse with the Confederated Colonies" which is very good reading in defense of America.
Battle of Bunker Hill... And so much more...
Item #677953
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1775 A very historic issue as it contains the first report on the battle of Bunker Hill, which is signed in type: Thomas Gage.This report takes nearly an entire page and begins: "I am to acquaint your Lordship of an action that happened on the 17th of June instant between his Majesty's troops and a large body of the rebel forces. An alarm wa... See More
Terrific map of the Boston vicinity in 1775...
Item #677945
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1775
* Rare pre Revolutionary War map
* Town of Boston & it's harbor
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the nice foldout map titled: "A Plan of the Town and Chart of the Harbour of Boston Exhibiting a View of the Islands, Castle Forts, and Entrances into the said Harbour." which measures 12 1/2 by 14 inche
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* Rare pre Revolutionary War map
* Town of Boston & it's harbor
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the nice foldout map titled: "A Plan of the Town and Chart of the Harbour of Boston Exhibiting a View of the Islands, Castle Forts, and Entrances into the said Harbour." which measures 12 1/2 by 14 inche
The effects of opium...
Item #677898
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1763 * Effects of opium in the 18th century
Among the articles within this issued are: "An Account of the Effects of Opium as a Poison with the Method of Cure & Proper Directions what to do...", "Proposal for Establishing a National Bank" "M. Condamine's Journey into Italy" "Description of a Lamp... See More
Plate shows the interior of St. Paul's Cathedral...
Item #677876
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1749 Among the interesting items in this issue are: "Plan of a Harbour to the Downs" which includes an illustration of it; "A Description of St. Paul's Cathedral" which is accompanied by a nice full page plate of the interior; "Antient Ships of an Enormous Size" "Account of Nova Scotia from Mr. Little"
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Coronation of King George IV... On the death of Napoleon...
Item #677874
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1821 The prime feature is the lengthy article: "The Coronation" which takes six pages covering the historic coronation of King George IV. Included are the four very nice foldout plates showing the coronation ceremonies, and terrific to have the report and plates in a London magazine. Also of significance is: "Reflections on ... See More
1795 - Early brewing (for the poor)... account of Baal worship...
Item #677726
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1795 Two of the more interesting items are: a "Cheap Mode For Brewing" and an account of Baal worship in Ireland. Among the additional articles within as noted in the title/index page are: "Mansfield Church--Dr. Jeremy Taylor" "Hints Respecting the Culture of Potatoes" "Private Vices & Public Virtues Contrast... See More
America prohibits the importation of slaves (1807)...
Item #677725
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, March, 1807 Under: "Abstract of Foreign Occurrences" is a brief yet notable report: "The American Congress has passed a bill for the abolition of the slave trade, by a majority of 24---the numbers being ayes 73, noes 49." This refers to the significant "Act Prohibiting Importation of Slaves" which was signed into la... See More
Culture of wine... The situation in America...
Item #677717
THE SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, 1775 This issue is mostly taken up with a lengthy article headed: "Debates in the Last Session of Parliament, Resumed" which includes various talk of the Revolutionary War in America.Another article is titled: "The Culture of Vines Further Illustrated", plus there is a wide variety of other articles as well.
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Americans compelled to declare independence... Howe & Cornwallis retreat to New York...
Item #677628
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1777 The issue begins with a continuation of the: "Debate in the House of Lords...relative to the American War" taking over 5 pages & with much on the Revolutionary War. One bit notes: "...That America never aimed at independence till she was compelled to it by our harsh conduct; and that she is at least unanimous in one thing, n... See More
Letters from Charleston, Jamaica, and Nova Scotia...
Item #677374
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1749 Over half a pg. has a: "Copy of a Letter from one of the Settlers in Nova Scotia dated Chebucto Harbour, July 28, 1749". Over half a pg. has: "Extracts of Some Letters from Carolina" datelined "Charles-Town" (Charleston) with news from that colony. There is also: "The Humble Address & Representati
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Map of Italy... Comets...
Item #676731
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 in the map are Corsica, Sar
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* 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 in the map are Corsica, Sar
The origin of chess... Print of a comet...
Item #676728
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1742 Perhaps the best article within is titled: "The Origin of the Game of Chess from the French of M. Frevet" which includes nearly 2 pages and contains much detail.
The article begins: "In the beginning of the fifth century of the Christian era, there was in the Indies a very powerfull Prince..." and further on is: &q
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The article begins: "In the beginning of the fifth century of the Christian era, there was in the Indies a very powerfull Prince..." and further on is: &q
Canada content...
Item #676722
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1747 Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" with various news reports of the day, including an "Extract of a Letter from Cape Breton which is in Canada, and some reports on the trial of Lord Lovat. There is also: "A Description of the Town and Harbour of Louisbourgh, on the Island of Cape Breton..." which t
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Death of composer George F. Handel... George Washington in the French & Indian War... Foldout maps...
Item #676690
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1759 * Death of Handel (music composer)
* Very early George Washington
Near the back is an inconspicuous yet very significant report on the death of famed composer George Frederick Handel.
Under the heading: "List of Deaths for the Year 1759" is an entry reading: "Geo. Fred. Handel, Esq; a great musician. He was born in Ger... See More
French & Indian War...
Item #676688
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1759 There is a lengthy article titled: "Instructions by Major General Wolfe in Case of an Invasion" which has much detail. The "Historical Chronicle" also has several reports concerning the French & Indian War.Other articles in the issue noted in the table of contents include:
"An Accurate Description of the... See More
Negotiations with the Cherokee Indian Nation...
Item #676680
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1760 Inside has: "A Brief Account of the Negotiation between Governor Lyttelton and Artakullakulla (or the "Little Carpenter"), Deputee of the Whole Cherokee Nation & other Headmen and Warriors of that Nation". This text takes close to 3 pages and includes the full printing of the: "Treaty of Peace and Friendship Concl... See More
Capture of Fort Frontenac...
Item #676678
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1758 * Fort Frontenac captured
* French and Indian War
The prime content would be a report from the French and Indian War prefaced with: "The following is Col. Bradstreet's Letter to Gen. Abercrombie after the Reduction of Fort Frontenac" with a dateline of Oswego, Aug. 31, 1758 & a nice account of the battle, the sit... See More
Significant French & Indian War coverage... Jewish burial rituals....
Item #676676
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1758 The most significant article is headed: "American Affairs" with a dateline of Williamsburg, Virginia, July 7 which includes: "...that the Indians had lately killed & captivated 26 people between Winchester & Augusta court house...that a large body of the inhabitants, to the number of 300, were removed into Culpepper..... See More
Second battle of Quebec...
Item #676674
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1760 * Second siege of Quebec - Seven Years' War
Included is a detailed article: "Observations Upon the North Sea..." which is quite detailed and takes two pages. The accompanying map called for is lacking.
Also in this issue are: "Act for Better Supplying the City with Fish" "Case of a Paralytic Patient Cured ... See More
Friendly address to the Jews... Capitulation of Guadalupe...
Item #676665
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1759 Among the articles are a continued: "Life of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scotland" "Friendly Address to the Jews" which takes a full page; "Articles of Capitulation between their Excellencies & the Inhabitants of Guadelupe, etc." and "Gazette Account of the Taking of Guadaloupe" which takes more than ... See More
Siege of Havana, Cuba, with a foldout map...
Item #676608
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1762 * Siege of Havana, Cuba w/ foldout map
* British occupation - Seven Years' War
The prime content would certainly be the account of the battle of Havana, Cuba, headed: "Account of the Taking of the Havannah" which is nearly a full page account.
This is followed by the: "Articles of Capitulation agreed upon between Sir ... See More
New colony of Georgia... Regarding Franklin's lightning rod... Judaica...
Item #676552
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1756 * Benjamin Franklin
* Lightning rod - electricity
* Early Georgia colony
Regarding America... There is an article near the front: "Account of American Affairs" which is continued from a previous issue & includes talk on "New Forts in America".
There is also a detailed account of Oglethorpe's English... See More
Poem to Ben Franklin with lightning rod reference...
Item #676541
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1754 * A poem to Benjamin Franklin
* Mention of his lightning rod
Near the back is a half page poem titled: "To Benjamin Franklin, Esq., of Philadelphia, on his Experiments and Discoveries in Electricity" which is dated from "Cooper River, S. Carolina, Sept. 20, 1753".
At the bottom of the poem are two footnotes, one... See More
Exploring the vicinity of Alaska...
Item #676540
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, March, 1754
Perhaps the most interesting item is a very nice, detailed article titled: "Some Account of a Chart lately published by M. de l Isle, with the different Conjectures and Opinions it has produced; from a Tract called, A Letter from a Russian Sea Officer to a Person of Distinction at Petersborough, &c."
This artic
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Perhaps the most interesting item is a very nice, detailed article titled: "Some Account of a Chart lately published by M. de l Isle, with the different Conjectures and Opinions it has produced; from a Tract called, A Letter from a Russian Sea Officer to a Person of Distinction at Petersborough, &c."
This artic
Great map of South America... Treaty of Utrecht...
Item #676521
January 01, 1749
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1749 The prime feature of this issue is the very nice & detailed foldout map of "South America" which folds out to 11 1/2 by 10 inches. A very displayable & detailed map in great condition. Among the articles within are: "Articles of the Treaty of Utrecht" between England and France, which takes over 3 p
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Nice plates, including two of Aix La Chapelle...
Item #676517
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1748 Among the articles are: "Description of Aix la Chapelle & history of the Protestant Religion There" "New Astronomical Observations" "Of the Late Lunar Eclipse" "Of Saturn & Its Rings" (with full page plate) "Description of the City of Lima, from Betagh's Voyage Round the World...&qu
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