Item #177542
November 06, 1909
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, November 6, 1909 There is a color cover on this issue.The front page of this issue has a photo of "New York's Next Mayor."
This issue has a photo of "The Youngest Actress on the Stage" and "Quebec's Art Treasure-Trove." There is a double page photo spread of "The New Theatre" and "The Play and the Pla... See More
Scott Fitzgerald death in 1940....
Item #223029
December 23, 1940
THE TIMES PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, December 23, 1940.
* F. Scott Fitzgerald death
* 1st report on the front page
* The Great Gatsby
This 28 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page:
* FLAPPER AUTHOR OF POSTWAR ERA DIES AT AGE OF 44
* F. Scott Fitzgerald Was Famous at 24 for First Novel
Nice to have this re
John D. Rockefeller....
Item #177398
July 07, 1906
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, July 7, 1906
Poison warfare in WWI....
Item #220816
April 24, 1915
THE OMAHA DAILY BEE, April 24, 1915.
* Germans Introduce Poison Gas Warfare
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* Germans Introduce Poison Gas Warfare
* World War I
This 20 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that includes: "TEUTONS CHOKE FOES WITH GAS; HURL LINE BACK" "Asphyxiating Vapor Bombs of Germans Cause French to Retire; According to Pris Report", "Berlin Announces Triumph", and more. Other relate
This 20 page newspaper has one column headlines on the front page that includes: "TEUTONS CHOKE FOES WITH GAS; HURL LINE BACK" "Asphyxiating Vapor Bombs of Germans Cause French to Retire; According to Pris Report", "Berlin Announces Triumph", and more. Other relate
Train Derailment Disaster In 1943....
Item #214469
September 07, 1943
NEW YORK TIMES, September 7, 1943.
* Congressional Limited
* Train Derailment
* 1943
This 40 page newspaper has a nice three line, four column headline on the front page: "MORE THAN 50 ARE KILLED IN WRECK OF SPEEDING CONGRESSIONAL LIMITED IN THE OUTSKIRTS OF PHILADELPHIA" with many subheads and related photo also on the front page. More headlines inside with another photo. World War II
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* Congressional Limited
* Train Derailment
* 1943
This 40 page newspaper has a nice three line, four column headline on the front page: "MORE THAN 50 ARE KILLED IN WRECK OF SPEEDING CONGRESSIONAL LIMITED IN THE OUTSKIRTS OF PHILADELPHIA" with many subheads and related photo also on the front page. More headlines inside with another photo. World War II
Foldout plate of Rheims Cathedral...
Item #212736
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1773 A feature of this issue is the very nice foldout print (in reddish ink) titled: "Elevation and Geometrical Profile of the Abbe Church of St. Nicaise at Rheims". For more on the Rheims Cathedral see the web. The plate measures 8 by 10 1/2 inches and has a related article.Also a full page plate titled: "Curiosities found in the... See More
WWII NAZI Occupation GUERNSEY ISLAND Newspaper...
Item #210218
January 01, 1943
THE STAR or EVENING PRESS, Island of Guernsey, 1940-1945 This four page newspaper was published on this island in the English Channel and was occupied by the Germans during almost all of WWII. During the Nazi occupation they took over this newspaper and filled it with pro-German propaganda, offering a unique insight into how the Axis reported the news during the war. The issue you receive will inc... See More
Item #208967
THE GENERAL EVENING POST, London, 1783 A nice "typical" folio-size newspaper of 4 pages from the concluding year of the Revolutionary War, the year in which the Treaty of Peace was signed. There is a wealth of news of the day on the front page and inside pages with some ads scattered throughout as well. Some wear at the margins, various light browning & mild wear, generally good. The pho... See More
From Northampton, England, before the Revolutionary War...
Item #208963
THE NORTHAMPTON MERCURY, England, 1772 This is a very nice, folio-size newspaper of four pages which was never bound nor trimmed with uncommonly wide margins. This is also the first 18th century newspaper we have been able to offer from this part of England. The issue contains various news from throughout Europe with an emphasis on British events with the back page mostly taken up with ads. We do ... See More
From Canterbury during the Revolutionary War...
Item #208954
THE KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, 1780 This is one of the more decorative & displayable mastheads from the Revolutionary War era to be had. Note the ornate lettering and the engravings on either side of the masthead. The issue is complete in 4 pages, is folio size, has mostly ads on the front page with various news on the inside pages. There are some very minor references to the ... See More
From just prior to the Revolutionary War...
Item #208917
ARIS'S BIRMINGHAM GAZETTE, England, 1772 A nice newspaper of folio-size, four pages, filled with various news & ads of the day. The front page has a partial red-inked tax stamp near the bottom. The first letter in the first column is ornately decorated (see photo). Soem browning and margin wear but generally nice. The photo below is "generic" as the actual issue you recei... See More
Includes a partial red ink-stamp on the front page...
Item #208450
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, London, 1772 (inc. ftpg partial red ink stamp). As the title might suggest the emphasis was on advertisements with a tremendous number found within this complete, four page issue. There is some current news on the front page from this interesting period just a few years before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War in America. Folio-size, partial red-inked tax stamp on t... See More
Item #207650
THE MORNING POST & DAILY ADVERTISER, London, 1783 A very nice folio-size newspaper of four pages from the final year of the Revolutionary War--the year the peace treaty was signed--but I don't see any particular content in this issue relating to the war. The front page is almost entirely taken up with ads with various news of the day on pages 2, 3 and 4, with more ads scattered throughout.... See More
Korean War Era issue...
Item #207494
January 01, 1951
The Korean War, 1950-1953, from various titles. A complete and original issue from the heart of the Korean War, with front page news coverage of the war (war headlines). Each issue varies, but will be similar in look and condition to the one shown in the image, but actual dates will vary. All issues are complete and in very good condition.
Korean War Era issue...
Item #207117
January 01, 1951
THE NEW YORK TIMES, 1951-52, from New York, New York . A complete and original issue from the heart of the Korean War, with front page news coverage of the war (war headlines). Each issue varies, but will be similar in look and condition to the one shown in the image, but actual dates will vary. If you need a specific date, please contact us for a price quote and availability.
A great gift for WW II veterans...
Item #206745
January 01, 1944
Here is a nice, complete, genuine World War II era newspaper from a major city newspaper (ex. Detroit, New Orleans, Boston, etc.). This issue has plenty of war reports within its many pages, and is guaranteed to have front page war coverage.
With the opening of the National World War II Memorial in Washington D.C., this makes a unique and timely gift for the WW II veteran in your life. The issue ... See More
Collegiate Rowing... Yachting...
Item #177105
July 13, 1901
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, July 13, 1901 Illustration "Waiting for Grandpa" by Ransom; Collegiate Rowing Races at Poughkeepsie; The "Columbia" - "Constitution" Races of Newport; fullpage illustration "Battles of the United States Army - The Storming of Stony Point"; doublepage centerfold "Opening of the Bathing Season at Narragansett Pier" by P... See More
From the year of the Stamp Act...
Item #204516
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, 1765 A rather uncommon title from
before the Revolutionary War and a nice opportunity for a British
newspaper from during the year of the Stamp Act in the colonies.
Contents include various news of the day with a wealth of ads as
well. Complete in 8 pages & measuring about 8 1/2 by 11
inches, never trimmed at the margin, some light rubbing a... See More
Item #204196
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1779 A fine opportunity to purchase a magazine from during the Revolutionary War at a reasonable price, as I find almost no American content in this issue. At the back under the "Historical Chronicle" is mention that the New York, Quebec & Newfoundland fleets have set sail under the convoy of Admiral Arbuthnot. The balance of the news ... See More
Stoney Point Description...
Item #203200
March 14, 1836
NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT AND STATE GAZETTE, Concord, New Hampshire, March 14, 1836 On the front page under "Stoney Point" are details about this strategic location on the Hudson River, with much about its role & significance during the Revolutionary War. Area of foxing in unrelated text in the upper left corner.
World War II Survey IV
The Pictorial Context Collection
Item #180153
January 01, 1942
World War II Survey IV The Pictorial Context Collection - 6 issues, one each from 1940-1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, and 1946-1947., all from PM Magazine the pictorial magazine of WW II. Issues from before, during, and after the war place the war in visual context.
World War II Survey III
The American Involvement Collection
Item #180152
January 01, 1942
World War II Survey III The American Involvement Collection - 4 issues, one each from 1942, 1943, 1944, and 1945. This is a great set providing a concentrated view of Americas involvement in WW II. All issues have war related reports.
World War II Survey II
The War in Context Collection
Item #180151
January 01, 1942
World War II Survey II The War in Context Collection - 5 issues, one each from 1936-1939, 1940-1941, 1942-1943, 1944-1945, and 1946-1950. Issues from before, during, and after the war place the war in context.
World War II Survey I
The War in Focus Collection
Item #180150
January 01, 1942
World War II Survey I The War in Focus Collection - 6 issues, one each from 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, and 1945. This is a great set providing a concentrated view of WW II. All issues have war related reports.
Additional war collections...
Item #180155
Additional War Collections can be obtained for any of the following: French & Indian War, Revolutionary War, Mexican War, Spanish-American War, WWI, and the Korean War. Prices will vary depending upon the collection, but will be priced similarly to our other war collections, and may range from $40 to $100. Contact us for additional details and exact pricing.
Banner headline newspapers from World War II...
Item #161445
January 01, 1945
We have many banner headline newspapers from World War II, covering nearly every major historical event, which are not on our website. Please contact us at 570-326-1045 or e-mail us at info@rarenewspapers.com with your specific needs. They typically range in price from $35-$75. The $50 price shown is only an estimate.
World War II memorial tribute... A great gift for WW II veterans...
Item #161392
January 01, 1944
THE NEW YORK TIMES. This issue has plenty of war reports within its many pages, and is guaranteed to have front page war coverage.
With the recent opening of the National World War II Memorial in Washington D.C., this makes a unique and timely gift for the WW II veteran in your life. The issue is in very good condition. Note: The issue may be different than the one in the photo, but ... See More
Item #161474
January 01, 1919
THE AMAROC NEWS, Coblenz, Germany, 1919. The masthead features an eagle and a scroll (see photos). This is an interesting newspaper published by the: "American Army Of Occupation" at "Coblenz on the Rhine" from just after the end of WWI. A quite rare title. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date-but wi... See More
World War 1...
Item #161488
January 01, 1918
OFFICIAL BULLETIN, Washington, DC, 1918. An unusual newspaper published daily by the "Committee on Public Information", meant to keep the public informed of both political & military matters, particularly during the WWI period. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will be of a slightly different date but will have the format as shown. Sixteen pages measuri... See More
Item #161496
January 01, 1918
SIMMONS SERVICE WAR BULLETIN, 1918. An in-house newspaper for those working for the E. C. Simmmons Cutlery & Tools company, with content relating to WWI. Six pages, printed on coated stock, binding holes at the spine margin, minimal rubbing. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not be this specific date but will have the format as shown. Measures about 8 by 11 inches.
Vintage World War II newspaper...
Item #161239
January 01, 1944
Here is your opportunity to own an authentic, complete (all pages), original issue of The New York Times (not a copy) from the heart of World War II. The stories found in this paper will give you a realistic look at what was going on in the world during this critical time in world history. Gain a deeper, richer sense of our country's history - through the eyes of those who actually lived throu... See More
50 issues with World War II content...
Item #180002
WORLD WAR II -- A lot of 50 issues each with front page war headlines. Folio-size; nice for resale or for someone wishing to begin a collection. The issues may have edge tears and/or a rough left spine, but they are nice for framing and do not have loss of text.
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From just before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War...
Item #121036
THE DAILY ADVERTISER, London, England, 1772 A nice four page newspaper, which as the name would suggest, is mostly taken up with advertisements, offering an interesting glimpse into life from just before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. Some news items on the front page as well.Folio-size, four page, nice condition. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get wil... See More
Dislayable newspaper from the Revolutionary War...
Item #121043
THE LONDON COURANT AND WESTMINSTER CHRONICLE, London, 1780 Two engravings in the masthead make this a decorative newspaper. Various news of the day and a wealth of ads. From the Revolutionary War era, but I don't notice any America-related content.Folio-size, 4 pages, red-inked tax stamp, irregular & partially loose at the spine, otherwise in rather nice condition. Note that the ph... See More
Item #161481
January 01, 1945
THE CHINA LANTERN, Calcutta, India, 1945. An interesting & unusual newspaper published for the American forces in World War II, with notation: "Precensored For Mailing" in the dateline. Much on the war, 4 pages, some photos, minimal wear. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date-but will have the format as shown... See More
Broadside World War II newspaper...
Item #161494
January 01, 1945
TEL-PICS, New York, NY, 1945. A broadside (printed on one side only) newspaper originally meant to be displayed in store windows, with the front mostly taken up with a large photo of the war, plus a caption. A very unusual item in nice condition. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not be this specific date but will have the format as shown. Broadside measuring 13... See More
Item #160770
May 05, 1945
MORNING CALL, Allentown, Pennsyhlvania, May 5, 1945 Two line banner head: " 'Ike' Declares Germans Beaten; Doenitz' Capitulation Awaited". Subhead: "Holland, Denmark and Northwest Reich Surrender Unconditionally" Front page only, good condition.
The Mormon War...
Item #172158
May 29, 1858
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, May 29, 1858 The front page features a print of: "Hon. William M Gwin, of California".
Other prints within include: "'Travel Notes in Bible Lands" includes a print of: "Plain and Ruins of Sardis".
"The Great Bell Crevasse' is just above New Orleans and shows 3 scenes. Nice full page illustrations of the: "... See More
The Colombian Exposition at Chicago...
Item #175862
November 04, 1893
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, Nov. 4, 1893 Included in the masthead is: 'An Eight Page World's Fair Supplement with this Number', showing various photos from the Columbian Exposition. A ftpg. photo on the Expo as well.
Complete issue.... See More
One of the more popular & successful newspapers of the day...
Item #120029
LONDON CHRONICLE, England, 1762 We will select a nice issue from this early year. This genuine newspaper has 8 pages and measures about 8 by 11 inches. It is filled with various news of the day, mostly European, with various ads as well. A few years earlier it was one of the best sources for reporting the French & Indian War, and in another dozen years it would provide extensive co... See More
The Civil War in Texas... The Alamo...
Item #172452
March 23, 1861
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, March 23, 1861 The front page is taken up with: "Major Anderson's Command at Fort Sumter" which includes 9 officers, one of whom is "Capt. A. Doubleday".
Other prints inside include: "Fort Sumter, Charleston Harbor, South Carolina" "Surrender of Ex-General Twiggs, Late of the United States Army, to the Texan Troops in the... See More
Louisiana Zouave Prisoners… Fortress Monroe…
Item #172488
July 27, 1861
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, July 27, 1861 The front page is taken up with prints of "General Prentis" "Brigadier-General Williams" and a scene of: "Departure of General Lyon & His Command from Boonville, Missouri, for the Arkansas Border."
Other prints inside include: "The Battle of Rich Mountain" & another full page of "Wilson's Z... See More
Abraham Lincoln stops an execution...
Item #173386
February 26, 1870
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, February 26, 1870 The front page of the issue features an illustration entitled "For I Was Ahungered, and Ye Gave Me Meat." in which a hungry man is being feed in the entrance area of the home. A full page illustration of "Burial of Mr. Peabody's Remains in Harmony Grove Cemetery." A third-page illustration of "The New Lincoln Statu... See More
Winslow Homer's last print for Harper's Weekly...
Item #173942
June 26, 1875
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, June 26, 1875 The full ftpg. is: "In a Russian Village--'Master's coming!' ". Halfpg: "The Columbia Boat House" & "The Yale Boat House". There is a full page Winslow Homer print titled: "Battle of Bunker Hill--Watching the Fight From Copp's Hill, In Boston" which was his very last for Harper's Week... See More
A.B. Frost Hunting Print... W.A. Rogers... Thomas Nast...
Item #174494
October 02, 1880
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, October 2, 1880 The front page features a fullpage Thomas Nast cartoon entitled "The Toodles Ticket - The First Thing He Sees on Returning to the Democratic party is Thomspon with a P!". A ful page A. B. Frost illustration is entitled 'Gun-Shy' which is a hunting scene. Another full page illustration "The Capture of Andre" is f... See More
Thomas Nast prints..
Item #174502
October 30, 1880
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, October 30, 1880 Front full page Thomas Nast illustration of "The Height of English's Ambition." Full page illustration of "Republican Enthusiasm in New York - The Grand Procession of October 11 Passing the Review Stand." Two 1/2 page illustration of "Mrs. Partington Hancock Struggling with the Republic Tide" and "Only Wai... See More
From the year of the hated Stamp Act...
Item #120047
LONDON CHRONICLE, 1765 We will select an issue from this historic year of the Stamp Act.This was one of the more popular & successful newspapers of the day, publishing through the Revolutionary War and well into the 19th century. Eight pages, nice condition, measuring about 8 by 11 inches.
Decorative and displayable title page...
Item #120120
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, 1760's This title has always been one of my favorites with the very nice and intricately engraved woodcut on the title/index page, showing the skyline of London as it appeared before the Revolutionary War. The issue contains 50 pages with various news of the day with political & literary content as well. Nice condition & measures about 5 by 8 inches.... See More
From the year after the Stamp Act was repealed...
Item #121059
THE ST. JAMES CHRONICLE; OR, THE BRITISH EVENING POST, London, England, 1767 Nice engraving in the masthead makes this a displayable issue. Various news of the day and a wealth of ads, from not long before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War.Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not be of this specific date but will be from 1767.
First action of the new goverment under the Constitution...
Item #121156
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1789 Among the articles are one concerning "...the new grass brought from the banks of the Santee in South Carolina..." with details, and includes 2 illustrations on a full page plate; "Strictures on the Absurd Custom of Dueling" "Proposal for the Prevention of Dueling" and so much more. Near the back is news headed: &qu... See More
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