Wonderful masthead... Early 19th century Dutch newspaper...
Item #153251
DEREIZENDE NIEUWS-BODE, Amsterdam, 1836 A curious little newspaper in Dutch, perhaps most noted for the comparatively large, nice engraving on the front page of a man on horseback "trumpeting" the news. I believe the title translates to "Traveling News boy". Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will be from ... See More
Item #153252
THE FREE CHURCH CIRCULAR, Oneida Reserve, 1850 A periodical from the Oneida Community published by George Noyes. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Measures approximately 9x6 inches and contains 16 pages.
Penny magazine from London...
Item #153255
THE PENNY MAGAZINE, London, 1836 A small illustrated periodical with an illustrated front page. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown.
Measures 8 by 12 inches, 8 pages, some foxing throughout.
For the Odd Fellows...
Item #153261
THE ODD FELLOW, Boston, 1848 Subtitled: "A Weekly Journal, Devoted to Odd Fellowship & Matters & Things in General."Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown.
Measures 11 by 14 inches and contains 8 pages.
Farming news from over 200 years ago...
Item #153264
AMERICAN FARMER, Baltimore, 1820 Subtitled: "Rural Economy, Internal Improvements, Prices Current" which pretty much describes the content within.Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown.
Measures 9 by 11 inches and contains 8 pages, nice condition.
From Washington, D.C. ...
Item #153265
EXTRA GLOBE, Washington, D.C., 1835. A 16 page newspaper filled with political news and some other tidbits. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Measures approximately 12x9 inches, nice condition.
With sports reporting...
Item #153266
BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, & SPORTING CHRONICLE, London, 1828 An interesting four page newspaper with a wide range of content, including news of the day and various sporting events. Several illustrations within.Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown.
Measures 16 by 24 inches, wear at edges, li... See More
Pre-Civil War North Carolina...
Item #153267
THE DAILY JOURNAL, Wilmington, NC, 1859-1860 (plus pre-CW 1861). A nice newspaper from the South from not long before the outbreak of the Civil War. A greaet wealth of small ads plus various news of the day. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown. Measures approximately 22x15 inches and contains 4 pages.
Quite early from Cincinnati...
Item #153268
LIBERTY HALL & CINCINNATI GAZETTE, Ohio, 1826 An interesting and early newspaper from Cincinnati with a curious title. Various news of the day and many ads, some of which are illustrated.Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown.
Measures 12 by 13 inches with 4 pages. Some foxing, generally nice.... See More
Bird Island Light House... Martha's Vineyard... Nantucket...
Item #153516
HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE, N.Y., June, 1873 Inside has a 10 page article: "The Wine Islands Of Lake Erie" with six related illustrations. Beginning on the ftpg. is a 15 pg. article: "Cheap Yachting" which has twelve illus. including ones showing the "Bird Island Light House, Buzzard's Bay" "Long Pier, Martha's Vineyard" "Light-House, San... See More
From Erie, shortly after the Civil War...
Item #153588
May 07, 1868
THE ERIE GAZETTE, Pennsylvania, May 7, 1868 This 8 page newspaper is in good condition (except for being close cut at the spine with some loss). Various news of the day & many interesting advertisements.
A nice from this Northwest Pennsylvania city near the Great Lakes. Cleanly cut at the spine otherwise good condition.
From Oregon with a suffrage theme...
Item #153606
January 01, 1882
THE NEW NORTHWEST, Portland, Oregon, 1882 A quite uncommon title from the northwest, and quite early as well. This paper was published by a family very much into the suffragist movement, so many of the articles within these 8 pages have a pro-woman theme. Also has various news of the day as well, plus a wealth of advertising. Bit of dirtiness at the edges.
The issue you will receive w... See More
The price of things in 1803...
Item #153607
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Phila., 1803 Taking most of the ftpg. is a chart: "Philadelphia Current Prices". Also on the ftpg. are "Prices Of Stocks" "Bills of Exchange" "Premiums Of Insurance" the "Weekly Almanac" "Discount Days" for banks and a post office schedule.Four pages, stray writing in the upper margin, otherwise good.... See More
For women... Lasted for just a year...
Item #153608
MERRIMACK MAGAZINE AND LADIES' LITERARY CABINET, Newburyport, Massachusetts, 1806 A weekly newspaper apparently for women as suggested by the title, containing mostly literary-related content, topical reports, poetry and occasional bits of news. The issue shown is an example of the condition and look of this title. The issue you will receive may be of a different date, but will be ... See More
Laying the Atlantic cables monumental task...
Item #153612
August 28, 1865
NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, Aug. 29, 1865 The nice front page map shows the route of the Atlantic telegraph cable across Newfoundland, "...should it ever be laid..." which would not happen successfully until 1866.
Most of the front page is taken up with reporting headed: "THE CABLE" "Further Particulars of the Loss" "Mr. Russell''... See More
Rare and early stock market title...
Item #160001
January 01, 1903
WALL STREET DAILY NEWS, New York, 1903 This interesting & quite rare newspaper is subtitled: "A Daily Journal Devoted to Financial Interests", from over a century ago. This newspaper has a wealth of early stock market reporting & would be a great companion newspaper for any modern report on the stock market.
Four pages, 10 by 13 1/2 inches, re-joined at the spine, nice con... See More
Death of Beatle George Harrison...
Item #160031
December 01, 2001
NEW YORK POST, December 1, 2001 See the photo for the nice front page reporting of the death of Beatle George Harrison. Lengthy article & many more photos on the inside pages.
The complete issue, tabloid-size, very nice condition.
Published by prison inmates...
Item #160057
January 01, 1913
THE SUMMARY, Elmira,New York, 1913 A quarto-size paper "Published Weekly by & for the Inmates of the N.Y. S. Reformatory at Elmira". The editor is noted by his prisoner number, not his name. Interesting & unusual 8 page newspaper printed on rag paper.
Daredevil... Fourth Paris Aviation...
Item #160082
November 30, 1912
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, November 30, 1912 Full fullpage photo: "The Modern Industrial Daredevil" shows a worker on a rope 500 ft. above New York. Additional photos inside of other men who work in high places. Also within the issue are: "The Fourth Paris Aviation Salon", "Inventions New and Interesting" and other articles, illustrations and advertisements.
Th... See More
"Top Cat" cartoon...
Item #160105
September 30, 1961
DETROIT FREE-PRESS WEEKLY TV MAGAZINE, Sept. 24 - Sept. 30, 1961 Formatted very much like the TV Guide, the color cover shows the cast from the cartoon Top Cat. Inside the issue are articles and photos of new and returning shows.
Complete in 36 pages, 7 1/2 by 10 inches, two binding holes at the top, otherwise in good condition.
Henry Hudson Memorial Bridge...
Item #160109
April 11, 1908
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, April 11, 1908 The ftpg. has two illustrations of: "The Great Arch Of The Henry Hudson Memorial Bridge". Inside text about this proposed bridge and its design.
Sixteen pages, good condition.
Boston Bruins set win record...
Item #160134
February 14, 1941
NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 14, 1941 Banner head on pg. 21: "Bruins Sink Rangers and Set Record at 20 Games in Row Without a Defeat" & subheads: "15,312 See Boston Rally To Win, 5-3" "Rangers Get 2 Goals in First Period, Then Bruins Score 5 Without a Break" & more. Includes a four column action photo.
Contains 38 pages, good condition.
Three homers in a double-header... during the streak...
Item #160195
June 09, 1941
THE NEW-YORK TIMES, June 9, 1941 Banner head on pg. 27: "Yanks Down Browns Twice With Barrage of 7 Homers and Tie for Third" plus a two line, one column head: "DiMaggio Connects For Circuit Thrice". Subhead: "Drives Two Homers in Opener, One in 7-inning Nightcap, as Browns bow, 9-3, 8-3". Game summaries and box scores. Rag edition. Nice condition.
The making of veneers...
Item #160255
November 05, 1904
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT, New York, November 5, 1904 The ftpg. has six photos showing: "The Manufacture Of Sawed And Sliced Veneers" which is regarding the Astoria Veneer Mills on Long Island, N.Y. Within the issue are: "80-Horse-Power Diesel Engine"; a text report "The Aeroplane"; "Electric Welding"; "A Swarm of Butterflies as Sea" and... See More
Item #160264
December 23, 1968
EVENING TELEGRAM, Dec. 23, 1968 Two line, three column head: 'Pueblo Crew Comes Home' on the 82 U.S. Pueblo crewmen being set free from North Korea after 11 months in captivity. Minor mend.
Item #160270
October 12, 1901
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, N.Y., Oct. 12, 1901 The ftpg. has seven photos: "The Manufacture Of High-Grade Steel" re. U.S. Steel plant at West Everett, Mass. Small ink library stamp in the upper right corner, otherwise good.
Item #160274
July 20, 1966
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Mass., July 20, 1966 Page 8 has a 2 line, 2 col. head: "Sinatra And His Mia Vanish From View." The report begins: "Singer Frank Sinatra honeymooned, somewhere, with his third wife Mia Farrow today after a Las Vagas wedding...". Two col. photo of Sinatra & Farrow.
Greta Garbo and Robert Taylor in Camille...
Item #160318
December 27, 1936
SCREEN & RADIO WEEKLY, from the Detroit Freee Press, Dec. 27, 1936 The photo shows the cover featuring Greta Garbo and Robert Taylor from the movie "Camille" as described in the caption.
The complete issue, toned a bit at the top and the spine, otherwise in good condition.
Note: Glare and discoloring isdue to the photography. The image is clean and color generally sharp. ... See More
Red Skelton... Leo Durocher on the Dodgers...
Item #160327
October 22, 1951
LIFE, Oct. 22, 1951 Inside has the famous report by Dodger scout Andy High in which he critiques each of the Yankee players. The article is headed: "Never Saw A Report Like It" "Leo Durocher pays tribute to Brooklyn's scout's analysis of the N.Y. Yankees which didn't pull Giants through but will make fuel for the hot-stove league."
Despite having the report, the Gi... See More
Item #160421
June 15, 1930
DETROIT FREE PRESS, Annual Touring & Resort Number, June 15, 1930 A supplement to the Sunday edition containing information, facts and ads relating to travel and tourism in Michigan and elsewhere. Tabloid-size, in generally good condition.
Item #160478
October 12, 1925
KANSAS CITY JOURNAL, Oct. 12, 1925 First col., 3 line head: " 'Barney' Hot Again, Blanks Pirates, 4 To 0" & subhead: "Gives Only 6 Hits Despite Injury; Senators Within Game of Title". Spine a bit irreg. otherwise good.
Item #160482
October 07, 1924
TOPEKA DAILY CAPITAL, Oct. 7, 1924 First col., 3 line head: "Takes 3 Hurlers To End Senators 9th Inning Rally" with two nice 4 line subheads: "One of Wildest Maelstroms any World Series crowd Ever Witnessed Is Won By Giants, 6 To 4" & "In Parade of 'Wooden Pitchers' Four Are Used By Each Team During Hectic Fray at Polo Grounds". In nice condition.
Item #160484
June 29, 1910
NEW-YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, June 29, 1910 Pg. 10 has a smaller 1 col. head: "Cubs Smother The Reds" re. box score with mention of: "Tinker stole home twice.", the first Major League player to accomplish this. Chipping at the edges cause some loss, but not to this. Some separation, generally good.
Item #160494
April 30, 1925
MID-WEEK PICTORIAL Apr. 30, 1925 Full ftpg. photo shows New York Governor Al Smith holding a baby as part of a "Children's Health Consultation Drive". Minor edge & spine wear, and a bit of browning at the edges.
Item #160513
May 15, 1945
EVENING CHRONICLE newspaper from Allentown, penna., dated May 15, 1945. See the photo below for the front page headlines concerning reports on the charges against the Nazis from just at the end of the war. This is a singlesheet in nice condition.
Item #160523
October 09, 1944
MORNING CALL, Allentown, Pa. Oct. 9, 1944 Three line, three column head: "Wendell L. Willkie Dies at 52 Of Unexpected Heart Ailment; Nation Mourns His Passing" plus a two column photo of him. Front page only.
Yankees...
Item #160533
October 07, 1927
NEW YORK TIMES, Oct. 7, 1927 Three line, one column head: "YANKEES WIN AGAIN AS YOUTHFUL PIPGRAS BAFFLES PIRATES, 6-2" plus subheads. Noticeable foxing at center crease.
California raisin culture...
Item #160540
January 05, 1901
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, January 5, 1901 The ftpg. has six photos of "The Raisin Industry Of California" showing fields, workers picking & drying raisins, the packing process, etc. The report: "California Raisin Culture", talks about the industry at Fresno. Within the issue are: "A Pyrotechnic Fire-Alarm"; "New French Armored Cruiser 'Montcalm'&... See More
Item #160546
March 17, 1906
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, N. Y. Mar. 17, 1906 Nice, full ftpg. illustration of: "The New Armored Cruiser "Tennessee"". Very slight fold crease is barely noticeable. Displayable.
Early advertisement for Harley-Davidson...
Item #160548
January 30, 1913
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Jan. 30, 1913 See the photo for the nice and early Harley-Davidson advertisement which appears on page 3. This ad measures about 5 by 7 inches.
The complete issue, 11 by 15 1/2 inches, in very nice, clean condition.
First cork-centered baseball...
Item #160549
June 26, 1909
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, June 26, 1909 The front page has two graphics relarging the huge size of the "Zeppelin II" with a related article inside. Another page has5 photos of: "The Latest Frenh & German Aeroplanes and Airships" with a related article.
Under the lengthy: "Index of Inventions" near the back is an inconspicuous entry for a patent iss
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Under the lengthy: "Index of Inventions" near the back is an inconspicuous entry for a patent iss
Item #160553
October 03, 1930
ALLENTOWN MORNING CALL from Allentown, Pennsylvnia dated October 3, 1930. This newspaper contains historic news of the day with the following headline(s): "A's Win Second Straight From Cardinals, 6-1"(banner head)! This issue is in good condition.
Unloading ore at Ashtabula harbor...
Item #160563
June 20, 1903
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, June 20, 1903 Full front page photos of Ore-Unloaders at Ashtabula Harbor, plus "Machinery for Operating Ore-Unloaders at Conneaut." Inside photos and article of the Paris to Madrid Auto Race. Good condition.
Item #160564
July 14, 1942
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, July 14, 1942. has the "Proceedings And Debates of the 77th Congress, Second Season" as stated just below the masthead. First leaf has a tear mended with archival tape, browned at the edges, and light staining at the bottom.
Item #160589
November 14, 1962
THE DETROIT NEWS, Nov. 14, 1962 Ftpg. 3 line, 1 col. head: "Film Ducks Race Issue, Star Says" re. Diahann Carroll talks about a film that cast an Asian actress to star in the movie version of the Broadway musical "No Strings" which had a love affair between a white man & a black woman. Talk about the lack of roles for black actresses too. One col. photo of Carroll above the heads. Binding holes at... See More
Item #160603
April 29, 1960
THE DETROIT NEWS, Apr. 29, 1960 The ftpg. has a 2 line, 6 column head: "Never Took Payola, Dick Clark Swears" & subheads: "TV Star Linked to 33 Firms" "Teen-Age Idol Feels Convicted by House Quiz". Includes a one column photo of Clark. Binding holes, otherwise in good condition.
Item #160621
May 24, 1939
TOPEKA DAILY CAPITAL, Ks. May 24, 1939 Three line, one column head: "Sub Sinks With 59 Aboard" Subheads include: "Faint Message From Entombed Men Spurs Navy Rescue Efforts" plus map of area.
Death of Joe DiMaggio...
Item #160667
March 09, 1999
NEW YORK POST, March 9, 1999 See the photo below (click on the camera icon) for the nice full frontpage photo of Joe DiMaggio who had just died the day before. Certainly the perfect newspaper to own for the death of this very famous and respected Yankee. A wealth of text and photos on him and his life inside. A complete, tabloid-size newspaper in very nice condition.
McGwire breaks Maris' home run record...
Item #160668
September 09, 1998
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH, Missouri, September 9, 1998 See the photo for a terrific & very displayable newspaper celebrating Mark McGwire 62nd home run of the season, breaking Roger Maris' home run record. Great to have in a St. Louis newspaper! This is the complete issue and is in very good condition with only a slight even toning (see images).
Cal Ripken breaks Lou Gehrig's record...
Item #160672
September 07, 1995
THE SUN, Baltimore, September 7, 1995 Offered is a very historic issue for the baseball collector, being the Baltimore newspaper reporting Cal Ripken's 2,131st consecutive game, breaking Lou Gehrig's record which stood for 56 years. Great headlines and photos of Ripken appear on both the front page and the 1st page of the Sports Section.
The issue is believed to be complete in multi... See More
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