Latest on the Mexican War...
Item #690597
July 13, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 13, 1847 Page 3 has: "Late From Matamoros" with over half a column of reporting on the Mexican War. See the photos.
Four pages, nice condition.
Latest on the Mexican War...
Item #690596
July 14, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 14, 1847 Page 3 has some nice items on the Mexican War including: "Insubordination at Santa Fe" "From Matamoros" which takes two-thirds of a column; "Extract of a Letter Received in this City from an Officer in Gen. Wool's Division".
Four pages, nice condition.
Latest on the Mexican War...
Item #690595
July 15, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 15, 1847 Page 3 has: "From Tampico" which reports on the Mexican War noting in part: "...that Urrea had ordered out all the men of the country that could be raised for the purpose of making an attack upon Tampico...Every man there was under arms expecting the town to be attacked..." and a bit more.
Also: "The Popu... See More
Latest news from the Mexican War... Sale of land in Indiana...
Item #690594
July 17, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 17, 1847 Page 3 has a Proclamation by the President concerning the sale of land near Indianapolis, Fort Wayne & Winamac, Indiana, signed in type: James K. Polk.
Also: "Our Late Proclamation to the Mexicans" as well as: "Another Proclamation To the Mexicans" signed: S. W. Kearny, Governor of California.
Four pages,... See More
Latest news from the Mexican War... Indian troubles...
Item #690593
July 19, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 19, 1847 Page 3 has: "Important From the Western Plains" which notes in part that an express: "...was beset by a large number of Comanche Indians with whom he had had several engagements for four or five days previously..." with more.
Also various items on the Mexican War including: "Official" "The Spiri... See More
Sloat takes command of California during the Mexican War.. Mormon War has ended?
Item #688638
September 26, 1846
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 26, 1846
* Commodore John D. Sloat
* Mexican-American War
* Claims California for U.S.
* Illinois Mormon War ending
* Nauvoo, Hancock County
Inside has a very historic article headed: "The Pacific Squadron - Commodore Sloat Takes Possession of California". The letter reports that Commodore Sloat has taken possession of Calif... See More
On the capture of Vera Cruz, and much more...
Item #688244
April 14, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 14, 1847 Much on the Mexican War, with page 3 containing: "Col. Harney's Dragon Fight" "The Capture of Vera Cruz" "The Victory" "The Navy at Vera Cruz" "Later from the City of Mexico--Another American Victory--The Fall of Chihuahua--Santa Anna's Progress to the Capital" plus there ... See More
Much on the capture of Vera Cruz...
Item #688243
April 13, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 13, 1847
* Mexican–American War
* Siege of Veracruz
* General Winfield Scott
Page 2 has over two columns taken up with: "Further Official Papers Concerning the Capitulation of Vera Cruz - Dispatches From Gen. Scott."
These accounts and letters, including a lengthy one signed: Winfield Scott, give much detai... See More
Great on the surrender of Vera Cruz...
Item #688239
April 17, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 17, 1847
* Mexican–American War
* Siege of Veracruz (surrender)
Page 2 begins with: "The Surrender of Vera Cruz" which has a fine account. But the reports on the Mexican War continue in this issue with: "The Administration & the Army" "Late From Mexico" "From the Army at Vera Cruz"... See More
Great on the Battle of Buena Vista...
Item #688238
April 21, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 21, 1847
* Battle of Buena Vista
* General Zachary Taylor
* Mexican-American War
A great issue as nearly half of page 2 is taken up with: "Battle of Buena Vista" "General Taylor's Detailed Report" signed by him in type: Z. Taylor.
Taylor's 4800 inexperienced volunteers managed a victory of Santa Anna&... See More
The Battle of Cerro Gordo in the Mexican War...
Item #688234
May 15, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 15, 1847
* Mexican-American War
* Battle of Cerro Gordo
* Winfield Scott vs. Santa Anna
Page 3 has a reporter headed: "The Battle of Cerro Gordo" mostly taken up with a detailed letter from Major Wm. Turnbull.
The Battle of Cerro Gordo was a key American victory in the Mexican War, wherein General Winfield Scott's tr... See More
Much on the Battle of Cerro Gordo in the Mexican War...
Item #688233
May 19, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 19, 1847
* Mexican-American War
* Battle of Cerro Gordo
* Winfield Scott vs. Santa Anna
Page 2 has a lengthy report headed: "The Battle of Cerro Gordo" and next to it is: "Battle of Cerro Gordo--Mexican Account".
The Battle of Cerro Gordo was a key American victory in the Mexican War, wherein General Winfield S... See More
Giving up much for the gold in California...
Item #686966
April 09, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 9, 1849 The entire front page & a portion of page 2 are taken up with the: "Speech of Mr. Jas. McDowell On the Formation of Governments for New Mexico and California", recently won during the Mexican War.
Page 3 has: "From the Isthmus of Panama" concerning passengers who used this route to the gold fields of Calif... See More
How to manage the land gained in the Mexican War... Taylor's inauguration...
Item #686936
March 01, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 1, 1849 Half of the front page, all of page 2 and much of page 3 are taken up with an interesting discussion in the Senate on: "The New Territories" which were gained in the treaty ending the war with Mexico, including New Mexico and California.
The back page has half a column giving the "Order of Procession" of: &quo... See More
When Abraham Lincoln was an unknown...
Item #686934
February 21, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 21, 1849
* Early in Abraham Lincoln's political career
* Addresses United States Congress
Page 3 has much reporting from the "House of Representatives" which includes mention of when Abraham Lincoln spoke on the floor. The report notes: "Mr. Lincoln, by unanimous consent, presented joint resolutions of... See More
When Abraham Lincoln was an unknown... "Claim for a Slave", votes "nay"...
Item #686921
January 20, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 1849
* Early in Abraham Lincoln's political career
* Slavery related U.S. Congress vote "nay"
Page 3 has much reporting from the "House of Representatives" which includes 2 mentions of when Abraham Lincoln voted on two topics. On a debate headed "Claim For A Slave" his name appears under the &q... See More
The Mexican War, with thoughts of California joining the Union... End of the Mormon War...
Item #685166
October 17, 1846
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Oct. 17, 1846 Page 3 has: "Illinois. The Mormon War ended" which is an interesting account taking close to a full column. It notes in part: "...Articles of capitulation...drawn up to the following effect:..." followed by the four articles, which include: "The Mormon population to leave the State, or disperse immediately.... See More
Abraham Lincoln wins an election in 1846... The Mormon troubles... The Mexican War...
Item #685162
September 12, 1846
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 12, 1846 Page 3 has a report from Illinois on election returns, which notes: "...7th district, Cartwright (loco.), 4829; Lincoln, (whig) 6340 (elected...".
History tells us that n 1843 Abraham Lincoln sought the Whig nomination for Illinois' 7th district seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was defeated by John J. Hardin ... See More
Rare reference to the 'Mormon Battalion' during the Mexican War... The slave trade... The Oregon Treaty with England...
Item #685161
August 15, 1846
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Aug. 15, 1846 The top of the back page has a very notable report: "Mormon Volunteers" being a brief item noting: "Capt...Allen has reached Fort Leavenworth with 500 Mormon volunteer infantry. They proceed forthwith to join Gen. Kearney in his expedition against Santa Fe."
This is a very rare report on the 'Mormon Battalion'... See More
Debating the Compromise of 1850... Heading for the gold fields...
Item #682930
June 06, 1850
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., June 6, 1850 The entire front page & some of page 2 are taken up with the: "Debate In The Senate" on what would be called the Compromise of 1850, championed by Henry Clay. This work would determine whether new territories won in the Mexican War would be free or slave.
Page 2 has reports from the Senate including the: "Fugitive Sla... See More
Henderson, Kentucky, from the Civil War...
Item #682760
December 11, 1862
HENDERSON WEEKLY REPORTER, Kentucky, Dec. 11, 1862
* Very rare publication
* Neutral stance to Civil War
From a state that chose to be neutral during the Civil War but remained a part of the Union, there were, as a result, supporters of both sides. This newspaper, judging by its reporting and other content, seems to have remained neutral.
The front page begins with over 2 columns tak... See More
Lengthy letter from Santa Anna on the Mexican War...
Item #682630
June 10, 1847
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, June 10, 1847 Some nice reporting from the Mexican War including a full front page column headed: "Very Late from the City of Mexico" which includes a lengthy letter to the Mexican Minster of War, signed in type: Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna.
More on page 2 with: "A Day in Advance of the Mail" "Arrival of Col. Doniphan at Parras" "Hi... See More
Reporting the Mexican War...
Item #682622
June 23, 1847
NEW YORK DEAILY TRIBUNE, June 23, 1847 Good content from the Mexican War including Relations With Mexico" "Further From Mexico" "Incidents of War" and other items.
Four pages, nice condition.
Reporting the Mexican War...
Item #682621
May 31, 1847
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, May 31, 1847 Good content from the Mexican War including front page: "Gen. Scott's Proclamation" "Lieut. Col. Fremont" "Later from Matamoros" "From Northern Mexico & California" and more.
Good page 2 war content with: "Important From Mexico" "Reported Defeat ofd Col. Doniphan" "Americans Lost 7 ... See More
Taylor's state-of-the-union address...
Item #682237
December 25, 1849
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 25, 1849
* President Zachary Taylor
* State of the Union Address
* Best publication to be had ?
Most of the ftpg. is taken up with reports from "Congress" including several mention of "...Mr. Davis, of Mississippi..." which was Jefferson Davis, who would become the President of the Confederacy.
Much of pages 4 ... See More
News flash on the Mexican War...
Item #681708
May 07, 1846
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, May 7, 1846 The front page has a news flash on the Mexican War headed: "Important" "From the Army of Occupation" "Matamoros Blockaded!" "Lieut. Porter and Three Men Killed!"
Four pages, nice condition.
The Halls of Montezuma...
Item #681036
May 29, 1847
THE WEEKLY HERALD, New York, May 29, 1847 The top of the front page features a print of: "The New Steam Ship Washington - The First American Ocean Mail Steamer" with related text.
Also on the ftpg. is a large view of: "The Main Plaza In The City of Mexico - View Of the Halls of the Montezumas" with related ftpg. reports on the Mexican War.
Eight pages, nice condition.... See More
Much reporting on the Mexican War as it nears its end...
Item #680944
October 12, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Oct. 12, 1847 Page 3 has much reporting on the Mexican War including: "Major Lally's Command" which has reports of the killed & wounded at Cerro Gordo, National Bridge, Paso Ovijas, and at Lasanimas.
Also a report headed: "A Little Later From Vera Cruz" which has much, taking over a full column. There is also ... See More
Rare print of General Stephen Kearney...
Item #680501
November 11, 1848
SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Nov. 11, 1848 Page 2 has a very nice & rare print of "General Kearney", a hero of the Mexican War and the "conqueror of New Mexico and California" who had recently died. Quite uncommon to find newspaper prints of Mexican War officers.
Four pages, large folio size, never bound nor trimmed, 3 folds with mild fold & margin ... See More
Abraham Lincoln... from small beginnings... when he was an unknown...
Item #679449
April 27, 1848
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 27, 1848
* Early in Abraham Lincoln's political career
This newspaper contains on the front page reports from the: "House of Representatives" which includes the results of a vote showing under the "yeas" the name "Lincoln" inconspicuously listed among many others. Plus page 3 has additional coverage from ... See More
For veterans of the Mexican War...
Item #678789
June 01, 1888
THE VEDETTE, Washington, D.C., June, 1888 This little title is: "Devoted To The Interests of Veterans of the Mexican and Late Wars".
The back leaf is lacking, so 14 of 16 pages. Front leaf is loose with loss to an upper corner, 9 1/2 by 12 inches, toning to the front leaf.
When Abraham Lincoln was an unknown...
Item #678568
July 22, 1848
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 22, 1848
* Early in Abraham Lincoln' political career
This newspaper contains on the front page reports from the: "House of Representatives" which includes the text of discussion, with each speaker's name noted in capital letters. "Mr. Lincoln" spoke twice.
Additionally, page 4 has continued reporting from Cong... See More
Much mention of Kit Carson in the mutiny trial of John C. Fremont...
Item #678414
December 18, 1847
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 18, 1847 Page 2 has nearly two columns taken up with reports concerning the court martial of John Fremont for mutiny & other charges, including a letter signed in type: J. C. Fremont.
Pages 2 & 3 have much on the Mexican War headed: "The President's Message--No. III". And the back page has more on the: "Army Cou... See More
Reporting the Mexican War and more...
Item #671932
July 08, 1847
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 8, 1847 The front page has: "Late From Vera Cruz" with news on the Mexican War taking over half a column. Inside includes: "The News From Mexico" "A Visit to Lake Superior" "A Faithful Negro" and more.
Four pages, some damp staining to the lower half, generally good.
Much on the Battle of Buena Vista, and other reports on the Mexican War...
Item #666789
April 06, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 6, 1847
* Battle of Buena Vista
* Mexican War
Page 2 has close to two very detailed columns concerning the historic Battle of Buena Vista, an American victory over a larger Mexican force.
The two reports are headed: "Battle of Buena Vista" and then: "Santa Anna--His Position--The Consequences of the Battle of Buena ... See More
A great wealth on the Mexican War...
Item #666787
April 02, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 2, 1847
* Battle of Buena Vista
* Mexican-American War
* General Zachary Taylor
Page 3 has much on the Mexican War including: "Latest From Gen. Taylor's Army" "Vera Cruz" "The Battle of Buena Vista" "Investment of Vera Cruz" and a letter from Sacrificio, near Vera Cruz.
Four pages, very... See More
Great wealth of information on the Mexican War...
Item #666784
March 29, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 29, 1847 Over one-third of page 3 is taken up with: "Correspondence Between Gen. Taylor and the War Department" concerning events in the Mexican War. Several letters are including, 2 by Winfield Scott.
Also: "Exciting News from Mexico" includes a letter from New Orleans, and then: "Repulse of Santa Anna--Three Da... See More
Much on the Mexican War...
Item #666783
March 26, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 26, 1847 Page 3 has fine reporting on the Mexican War with: "From Mexico", and a letter from New Orleans, then: "Gen. Scott's Movements" "Later From Mexico" and "Late From Tampico".
Four pages, very nice condition.
A great wealth of content on the Mexican War...
Item #666782
March 20, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 20, 1847 Page 2 has a great wealth on the Mexican War, the focus being the lengthy: "Proclamation by the General Commanding the Army of the United States of America: To the People of Mexico". It begins: "After manly years of patient endurance, the United States are at length constrained to acknowledge that a war now exists ... See More
The Taos, New Mexico Revolt...
Item #666780
March 18, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 18, 1847
* Taos Revolt - New Mexico
* Mexican-American War
Page 3 has over half a column headed: "Important From New Mexico" which has a subhead: "Insurrection at Taos".
This was the Taos Revolt, an insurrection in January 1847 by Hispano and Puebloan allies against the United States’ occupati... See More
The Mexican War, and a visit to Japan...
Item #666779
March 15, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 15, 1847 The front page has eight Acts of Congress, several relating to the Mexican War.
Page 3 has much on the Mexican War including: "From Santa Fe" "Important From Mexico" and "The War". Also a lengthy report: "Commodore Biddle's Official Account of His Visit to Japan.
Four pages, very nic... See More
The Mexican War...
Item #666778
March 12, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 12, 1847 Page 3 has reports on the Mexican War including: "War News" and a letter from New Orleans with some content on Santa Anna, and then a report headed: "From the Army".
Four pages, very nice condition.
Rousing letter from Santa Anna...
Item #666741
March 05, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 5, 1847
* Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna
* Mexican-Amercian War
There is some fine reporting on the progress of the Mexican War, as page 3 has: "Official News From The Army" "News From Mexico" which includes a lengthy & detailed letter from the "U.S. Squadron off Anton Lizardo" which has much on Santa... See More
Much on the Mexican War...
Item #666738
February 26, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 26, 1847 Over half of page 3 is taken up with reports on the Mexican War, with items headed: "An Important 'Sign' " "Important News From the Army" "Later From Tampico - Critical Situation of the Volunteers from the Ondiaka--Reported Conflict with the Mexicans" which has two letters from Tampico. Then: ... See More
Commentary on the Mexican War...
Item #666735
February 08, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 9, 1847 Page 3 has some interesting editorial commentary on the Mexican War, with: "The War, And It's Present Objects". This is followed by: "The City of Mexico or Peace".
Four pages, nice condition.
Latest from the Mexican War...
Item #666733
February 05, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 5, 1847 Page 3 has two columns on the Mexican War all headed: "The Mexican War" with a great wealth of detail.
Four pages, nice condition.
Latest from the Mexican War...
Item #666732
February 01, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Feb. 1, 1847 Page 3 has much on the Mexican War, continuing on page 4 as well. Included: "Honors to the Brave" "General Taylor's Letter" "The Mexican Army" "Interesting From the Army" and an interest report from a soldier's diary.
Four pages, nice condition.
Latest from the Mexican War...
Item #666731
January 29, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Jan. 29, 1847 The top of the back page has a column headed: "From The Seat Of War" datelined at Matamoros. It provides the latest information on events in the on-going Mexican War.
Four pages, nice condition.
Much on the Mexican War...
Item #666730
January 15, 1847
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Jan. 15, 1847 Page 3 has a great wealth of reporting on the Mexican War with: "Further From Mexico" "Official - The 'Rumors' From the Rio Grande" "Latest From Monterey" "Very Late From the Gulf of Mexico" and a detailed letter signed in type by: Z. Taylor.
Four pages, nice condition.... See More
Latest news from the Mexican War...
Item #665762
March 05, 1847
NEW YORK HERALD, March 5, 1847 Page 3 has a column with a nice stack of heads on the Mexican War: "To The Latest Moments" "Highly Important From Mexico" "Later From the Army" "The Whole Command Moving To Vera Cruz" "Movements of the Mexicans" 'Renewal of Hostilities in the Neighborhood of Saltillo" "Santa Anna Will Probably to a... See More
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