Item #554727
September 17, 1881
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, September 17, 1881. The famous folio-size newspaper with the large graphics. The frontpage features an illustration entitled "Opening of the Dramatic Season 1881 - 82". Other illustrations within the issue include "A Saxon Housewife in the middle Ages"; "A Letter for Papa"; "Sports of the Season"; and "Driving Sketches... See More
Item #554721
April 09, 1873
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, April 9, 1873. The famous folio-size newspaper with the large graphics. The frontpage features an illustration entitled "Sketches at Central Park - No. 1 -- On the Bridle Path". Other illustrations within the issue include "Silver Service, Manufactured by Tiffany & Co., to be Presented by the United States Government to Each of the Arbitrators ... See More
A.B. Frost...
Item #554716
September 24, 1874
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, September 24, 1874. The famous folio-size newspaper with the large graphics. The frontpage features an illustration entitled "One Good turn Deserves Another" by A. B. Frost. Other illustrations within the issue include "Meeting of the Anthropological Congress at Stockholm, Sweden'; "Sketches at the Autumn Floral Exhibition Held at Horticultura... See More
Item #554715
June 02, 1873
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, June 2, 1873. The famous folio-size newspaper with the large graphics. The frontpage features an illustration entitled "The Board of Police Commissioners". Other illustrations within the issue include "The Boston Fire of Friday Last"; "'Decoration Day' Illustrated" and "General Ronald McKensie, Leader of the Recent Raid Into Mex... See More
Item #554711
July 16, 1873
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, July 16, 1873. The famous folio-size newspaper with the large graphics. The frontpage features an illustration entitled "Graphic Statues, No. 19 -- The Sun and The Shepherd". Other illustrations within the issue include "Ellis War"; "John Biglin"; "The French Section of the Vienna Exhibition" and "The Old Bachelor's So... See More
Item #554701
May 31, 1873
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, May 31, 1873. The famous folio-size newspaper with the large graphics. The frontpage features an illustration entitled "Graphic Statues, No. 16 --- 'This Is One Of Those Things That No Fellah Can Find Out". Other illustrations within the issue include "The Late Earl of Zetland"; "New Fashions"; "Haydee from a Painting by M. Chap... See More
Shirt and collar manufacturing...
Item #554645
May 15, 1880
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, May 15, 1880
* Shirts and Collars
This issue is 16 pages in length. The front page has 6 illustrations of the "Manufacture Of Shirts and Collars--Geo. P. Ide, Bruce & Co., Troy, N.Y.". The two largest illustrations show the "Stitching Room" and "The Cutting Room", with 3 of the illustrations showing female workers, plus ... See More
Item #554611
October 13, 1874
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, October 13, 1874. The famous folio-size newspaper with the large graphics. The frontpage features an illustration by A.B. Frost entitled "Charles O'Connor and Reverdy Johnson on the Louisiana Imbroglio." Other illustrations within the issue include "Horse Racing - The Finish"; "The Review of the Schuylkill Navy at Philadelphia on Satu... See More
Pete Rozelle becomes NFL commissioner...
Item #554606
January 27, 1960
THE DETROIT NEWS, Michigan, January 27, 1960
* Pete Rozelle becomes commissioner of the NFL
This 40+ page newspaper has a six column headline on the front page of the sport's section (inside): "How NFL Broke Czar Deadlock" with caption: "ROZELLE, RAMS' GENERAL MANAGER, GIVEN 3-YEAR, $50,000 PACT" and photo of Rozelle.
Other news of the day throughout. Some... See More
Richard E. Byrd expedition...
Item #554592
January 14, 1935
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, January 14, 1935
* Richard E. Byrd expedition
* Little America in Antarctica
This 32 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page: "Byrd Party Close to Pole In 88-Day Dogsled Journey" and "Expedition Returns From 1,410-Mile trip On Which Was Discovered a Vast Plateau--It Embraces the Leverett Glacier".
Continue son page 5 wit... See More
The Humpback Whale...
Item #554561
March 01, 1879
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York City, March 1, 1879
* The Humpback Whale
* Manufacturing of Horseshoe nails
This issue is 16 pages in length. On the front page, there are several photos of "The Manufacture of Horseshoe Nails" with the article starting on the front page and continuing on page 130. Inside there is a report: "The Humpback Whale" mentioning that the com... See More
Capture of Finback Whale...
Item #554560
April 17, 1880
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, NY, April 17,1880
* Capture of Finback Whale
* Mr. Edison's Horseshoe Lamps
This paper is 16 pages in length. Inside this issue there are two illustration and a report: "Capture of a Large Finback Whale". Says this type of whale is the most dangerous to attack and the least profitable. Also, there is an article: "Some Electrical measu... See More
India and Pakistan...
Item #554536
January 27, 1957
SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, January 27, 1957
* India - Pakistan
* Kashmir
This 40+ page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "PAKISTAN CALLS FOR UN TROOP AID".
Other news of the day throughout. Good condition.
Catskill Creek, New York... gas to light villiage?...
Item #554510
August 01, 1829
SATURDAY EVENING POST, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated August 1, 1829
* Catskill Creek New York
* Gas used for early lighting
A page 3 report from the "Catskill, N.Y. Reporter" says:
* A fountain of carburetted hydrogen gas has been discovered in the bottom of Catskill Creek, near the foot of Main Street in this village
Mentions an experiment was conducted in which ... See More
Item #554477
June 11, 1921
LESLIE'S, New York, NY, June 11, 1921
The front illustration is entitled "In Normandy" by George Elmer Browne. This issue is loaded with stories and photos. Also has a color Ideal ~ Arcola Heating Outfits ad on the back cover as well.
This is a complete issue which measures approximately 8 x 11 inches. The issue has an irregular left spine and two library ink stamp
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The front illustration is entitled "In Normandy" by George Elmer Browne. This issue is loaded with stories and photos. Also has a color Ideal ~ Arcola Heating Outfits ad on the back cover as well.
This is a complete issue which measures approximately 8 x 11 inches. The issue has an irregular left spine and two library ink stamp
Item #554476
November 08, 1873
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated November 8, 1873. (print only)
This is a single-page illustration drawn by Frenzeny and Tavernier entitled "Leaf from a Sketch-Book" which is comprised of eight smaller drawings.
The print size is approximately 16 x 11.5 inches and is in nice condition. Please see photos for details.... See More
Chile Earthquake in 1939...
Item #554409
January 25, 1939
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Massachusetts, January 25, 1939
* Massive earthquake in Chile
This 14 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Earthquake Spreads Panic And Damage Along Coast Of Chile for 400 Miles" and more.
Other news of the day throughout. Lightly browned with little margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
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* Massive earthquake in Chile
This 14 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page that include: "Earthquake Spreads Panic And Damage Along Coast Of Chile for 400 Miles" and more.
Other news of the day throughout. Lightly browned with little margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
Item #554374
July 16, 1881
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated July 16, 1881. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "Out-'Shining' Everybody in Humiliation at Albany" with the caption "New York: 'I did not engage you, Vice-President Arthur, to do this kind of work."
The print size is approximately 16.25 x 11.25 inches and is in good condition. Please see ... See More
Item #554357
March 15, 1879
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated March 15, 1879. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "A Matter of Taste" with the caption "Confucius. 'How can Christians stomach such dirt?'"
The print size is approximately 16 x 10.5 inches and is in good condition. Please see photos for details.... See More
Item #554354
April 05, 1879
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated April 5, 1879. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "Hatching" with the caption "How much longer will birds of prey be allowed to gorge themselves on the savings of the self-denying and industrious -- and escape the consequences?"
The print size is approximately 16 x 11 inches and is in good ... See More
Roy Campanella & Stan Musical...
Item #554350
January 22, 1969
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, January 22, 1969 * Roy Campanella & Stan Musial
* Enters Cooperstown
* Baseball Hall of Fame
This 20 page newspaper has three column headline on page 6: "Campanella - Musial Join Baseball's Hall of Fame"
Other news of the day throughout. Some small binding holes along the spine, otherwise in good condition.... See More
Item #554347
March 08, 1879
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated March 8, 1879. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "Attack on the Resumption Safe" with caption "U.S. 'If you think to stop my mouth, you will be greatly mistaken. This sudden kindness at your hands will only make me more watchful.'"
The print size is approximately 16 x 10.5 inches and is i... See More
Item #554346
September 04, 1875
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated September 4, 1875. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "That Irredeemable Rag Baby" with caption "This is a nice position for a 'Hard-Money' Bachelor to be placed in."
The print size is approximately 15.75 x 11 inches, as a few minor edge tears, otherwise is in good condition. Please see ph... See More
Item #554338
February 01, 1879
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated February 1, 1879. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "Our Modern Ulysses on His Travels" with caption "Ulysses. 'I say, Neptune, all Grecian History need not repeat itself; therefore you had better not laud me there.'"
The print size is approximately 16 x 11 inches, as a few edge minor edge... See More
Item #554335
August 14, 1869
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated August 14, 1869. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "Co-Operative Housekeeping" with caption "Go to the ant, thou sluggard; Consider her ways, and be wise"
The print size is approximately 16.25 x 11.25 inches, has a very lite stain in the lower right corner, otherwise is in good condition. ... See More
Item #554333
May 07, 1881
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated May 7, 1881. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "New York Must Go -- Down" with caption "Scum: 'When this law is passed, you will be so disorganized that you will not be able to muster a corporal's guard against me.'"
The print size is approximately 16 x 11 inches and is in good condition. ... See More
Item #554332
December 23, 1876
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated December 23, 1876. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "Caesar, Now Be Still" with caption quotes by Shakspeare and U.S. Grant.
The print size is approximately 16.5 x 11 inches and is in good condition. Please see photos for details.... See More
White River Falls, Columbia River...
Item #554226
November 29, 1875
DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, November 29, 1875
* White River Falls in Washington Territory print
The back page has a 12 1/2 by 9 1/2 inch illustration: "A View Of The White River Falls, Columbia River, Washington Territory."
Other prints and text throughout.
Slight crease in the upper left corner of the illustration, small archival mends to tears in the left margi... See More
Married for 86 years...
Item #554185
September 26, 1829
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated September 26, 1829
* Married for 86 years
Page 2 has an obituary for Lazarus Rowe, of Limington, Me. This states he was 104 and married at 18, and that his wife died earlier in the year. Has details about his family and his military career. One of the oldest marriages on record.
Other news of the day with advertisements throughout.
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White Face... Highest Mountain In New York...
Item #554181
May 13, 1837
THE GLOBE, Washington DC, May 13, 1837
* Early Whiteface Mountain description
A page 3 report about the "Highest Mountain In New York" states, in part: "White Face, a mountain in Essex County...is found by Professor Emmens...to be 4855 feet above the level of the sea...while Round Top of the Catskill range, hitherto deemed our highest peek, is only 3804....The re... See More
Cleveland Indians
Item #554168
October 11, 1948
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Detroit, Michigan, October 11, 1948
* 1948 Cleveland Indians
* World Series Champions
This 28 page newspaper has an 8 column headline on front page: "It's Lemon vs. Voiselle in Boston Today" with subhead "86,288 See Rout of Feller" and "Braves Force 6th Series Game".
There are also headlines on page 20: "86,288 See Feller Fail A... See More
Item #554160
May 30, 1941
WILMINGTON MORNING STAR, Wilmington, North Carolina, May 30, 1941
* Boxing - Boxer Max Schmeling death?
* False report from the Nazis
This newspaper has one column headlines on the front page: "NAZIS ANNOUNCE SCHMELING ALIVE"; "Spike Ambulance Driver's Report That Boxer Killed By British in Crete" with article. The article continues on page 3.
Other news of the day th... See More
Douglas Starch Works explosion...
Item #554116
May 23, 1919
THE OMAHA DAILY BEE, Nebraska, May 23, 1919
* Cedar Rapids, Iowa
* Douglas Starch Works explosion
This 14 page newspaper has a seven column headline on the front page: "20 KILLED IN IOWA EXPLOSION" with subheads. Other news of the day.
This issue has margin wear which causes loss of text in unrelated areas. Usual browning.... See More
Hudson Maxim's death...
Item #554092
May 07, 1927
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, May 7, 1927
* Hudson Maxim death
* Explosives inventor
This 12 page newspaper has on column headlines on the front page: "HUDSON MAXIM, INVENTOR, DEAD".
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Hudson Maxim (February 3, 1853 – May 6, 1927), was a U.S. inven... See More
U.S. air strike damages Japanese battleships...
Item #554088
October 25, 1944
THE NEWS, Frederick, Maryland, October 25, 1944
* Japanese ships sunk
* U.S.S. Princeton sunk
There is a front page, 8 column headline: "Jap Carrier Sunk, 2 Others, With 5 Or 6 Battleships, 1 Cruiser Damaged; U.S.S. Princeton Lost; Men Saved" with subheads including "Jap Opposition Crushed; Yanks Take Third Airfield"; "150 Enemy Planes Destroyed; Action Continues, N... See More
Captain John Cleves Symmes...
Item #554061
June 19, 1829
CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE & JOURNAL, N.Y., June 19, 1829
* John Cleves Symmes, Jr. death
On page 3 in the "Obituary" section is one that reads: "In Hamilton, Butler county, Ohio, the 19th ult. Capt. John Cleves Symmes, extensively known as the author of the theory of open poles and concentric spheres..." & more.
News of the day, mostly religious. Some lite foxing, ot... See More
1st nuclear submarine test voyage...
Item #553933
January 19, 1955
THE TIMES PICAYUNE, New Orleans, Louisiana, January 19, 1955
* USS Nautilus
* 1st nuclear submarine test voyage
This 40 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Nautilus Denied Permit for Dive".
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with little spine wear, otherwise in good condition.
wikipedia notes: Following her commissioning, Nautilus rema... See More
Item #553839
June 28, 1879
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated June 28, 1879. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "The 'Ohio Idea' of Baby-Farming" which includes a small chorus under the illustration title.
The print size is approximately 16 x 11 inches and is in good condition. Please see photos for details.... See More
Item #553834
October 18, 1884
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated October 18, 1884. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "Lashing Himself Into Fever Heat" -- 'Black-Law Reid "You are British Free-Traders, Dudes, Phariesees, Frauds, and Mugwumps - that's what you are!"'.
The print size is approximately 16 x 11.25 inches and is in good condition. Please... See More
Item #553832
August 14, 1875
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated August 14, 1875. (print only)
This is a single-page Thomas Nast political illustration entitled "The British Lion Loose in the House of Commons" -- 'Now put your Head in, if you dare."
The print size is approximately 16.5 x 11.5 inches, has a lite stain at the bottom edge and a few minor edge tears, otherwise is in good condition. P... See More
The annual message of President Martin Van Buren...
Item #553743
December 05, 1837
THE GLOBE, Washington, December 5, 1837 On page 2 under "Twenty-Fifth Congress, Second Session" is mention that:
* ...the President would send a message, in writing, to...Congress, at 12 o'clock this day. The following message was received from the President... through his private secretary, A. Van Buren, Esq.
Hereafter is the text of the President's message taking all of p... See More
Child's Sunday School publication...
Item #553733
September 01, 1865
THE CHILD'S WORLD, Philadelphia & New York, September, 1865
* Uncommon Childrens publication
Has Sunday School content for young folks, with a few illustrations.
Nice masthead has three scenes. Published by the American Sunday-School Union. Quarto-size, 4 pages
Wrestling a bear... Niagara Falls...
Item #553731
January 15, 1848
SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, New York, dated January 15, 1848
* Uncommon sporting title
Interesting articles include: "A Winter Jaunt To Niagara Falls" "Camp Hunting In Mississippi" & "Wrestling With A Bear"
and more. Area of staining in the outer margin, lite foxing, otherwise nice. 12 pages.
Item #553710
January 08, 1953
TAUNTON DAILY GAZETTE, Massachusetts, January 8, 1953
* Hydrogen bomb revealed
* President Harry Truman
* Russia - Cold war
This 24 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page:
* 'Death Dust' Weapon Theorized as Possible
Other news of the day throughout. Little spine wear, otherwise in good condition.... See More
Winter baptism Of The Dunkards of Pennsylvania... Nice golf print...
Item #177840
December 29, 1900
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 29, 1900 The inside front page has a nice print titled: "The End of the Season" which shows two golfers, with caddies, playing in cold weather. Additional prints include: "No Other Arm Way Go Around The Waist", by W.A.Rogers, "New York In 1800", "New York In 1900", "Winter Baptism Of The Dunkards... See More
USS 0-9 disaster...
Item #553631
June 21, 1941
CLEVELAND NEWS, Ohio, June 21, 1941
* USS 0-9 disaster
* World War II era (pre U.S. involvement)
* United States submarine sinking
This 16 page newspaper has a six column headline on the front page: "Hope Is Abandoned for All Thirty-Three Aboard U.S. Submarine at Bottom of Sea" with subheads.
Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with little margin wear, otherwise i... See More
England Wins World Cup in 1966.....
Item #553567
July 31, 1966
SPRINGFIELD SUNDAY REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, July 31, 1966
* England wins World Cup
* Soccer
This 124 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page of the sport's section: "England Wins World Cup, 4-2" with related photo.
* England wins World Cup
* Soccer
This 124 page newspaper has a five column headline on the front page of the sport's section: "England Wins World Cup, 4-2" with related photo.
Other news of the day throughout. Minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.
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Christmas poem..
Item #553394
December 26, 1874
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated December 26, 1874. (print only)
This is a single-page poem and print engraving entitled "The Christmas Baby" by Will Carleton. This is accompanied by seven small illustrations -- angels; a church; a father and his children; a lady making a visit; children playing; a cemetery; and a father holding a newborn baby.
The print size is approximately... See More
Christmas poem..
Item #553391
December 26, 1874
HARPER'S WEEKLY dated December 26, 1874. (print only)
This is a single-page poem and print engraving entitled "The Christmas Baby" by Will Carleton. This is accompanied by seven small illustrations -- angels; a church; a father and his children; a lady making a visit; children playing; a cemetery; and a father holding a newborn baby.
The print size is approximately... See More
First Commercial Air Flight...
Item #553390
January 11, 1951
THE NEW YORK TIMES, from New York, dated January 11, 1951
* Avro Canada jetliner
* 1st commercial airplane flight
* Altitude record
This 52 page newspaper has somewhat discrete one column headline near the bottom of the front page:
* Flight From Chicago Made in 102 Minutes
Other news of the day throughout. Rag edition in great condition.... See More
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