Document signed by Jeff Davis...Capture of Yazoo City...
Item #674082
July 22, 1863
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 22, 1863
* John Morgan's raid ending
* Yazoo City & Jackson, Mississippi
* Post Gettysburg Robert E. Lee
Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are: "Morgan's Invasion Ended" "Battle at Geiger's Creek" "Rebels Defeated & Driven to a Bluff" "They Then Unconditionally Surrender" "Morgan &am... See More
A broadside "newspaper" covering World War II...
Item #674074
October 13, 1944
TEL-PICS, New York, a lot of five issues: Sept. 18, 28, 30; Oct. 4, 13, 1944
* Rare World War II photo broadsides
This was a broadside (printed on one side only) newspaper originally meant to be displayed in store windows, mostly taken up with a large photo of the war, plus a caption. A very unusual item.
Each measures 10 1/2 by 12 1/2 inches, once folded to envelope size with a mailing add... See More
The battle for Charleston...
Item #674063
April 09, 1863
DAILY RICHMOND EXAMINER, Virginia, April 9, 1863
* From the capital of the Confederacy
* First Battle of Charleston Harbor
The front page includes: "The Situation In The West" "The Parole of Federal Prisoners" "Latest From the North" "The Fight Opened at Charleston!" "The Attack Commenced!" "Terrific Firing on Both Sides!" &... See More
Closing in on Vicksburg... Battle of Port Gibson...
Item #674062
May 23, 1863
DAILY RICHMOND EXAMINER, Virginia, May 23, 1863
* Capital of the Confederacy
Among the front page reports: "From Jackson" "From Mississippi--A Fight on Saturday--Burning of Big Black Bridge--Vicksburg Closely Besieged!" "Latest From the North" which includes 2 dispatches each signed in type: U.S. Grant, Major General; plus the text of: "An Act T... See More
Lengthy and revealing article on the Mormons...
Item #674049
February 07, 1870
NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 7, 1870
* Mormons - Mormonism
* Church of Zion - Godbeites
* Latter-day Saints
Page 11 has first column heads: "MORMONISM" "Progress Of the 'New Church of Zion' " "Some Divine and Human Revelations--Text of the Church Constitution--A Lengthy if not Over-Comprehensive Document". The report is datelined from Salt Lake City an... See More
Resolutions from the National Colored Convention...
Item #674047
April 16, 1872
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, April 16, 1872
* National colored convention
Page 5 has over half a column taken up with report from the: "National Colored Convention" "The Resolutions--A Just Tribute To Senator Sumner". The last resolution notes in part: "That, wherever Republicans have betrayed colored constituencies, we recommend that better men be elected to succeed them... See More
Nice Uncle Sam political cartoon... Lighthouses...
Item #674045
May 14, 1875
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, May 14, 1875 The entire front page is a large political cartoon: "Uncle Sam's Sensible View Of Wars And rumors Of War" showing him whittling and watching.
Page 5 is entirely taken up with a montage of print showing erection of buildings at the Centennial Exhibition Grounds in Phila. Also five prints of various types of lighthouses.
Eight pages, a ... See More
From the earliest months of its existence... Negro for sale...
Item #674043
March 23, 1797
PORCUPINES GAZETTE & UNITED STATES DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 23, 1797
* Rare 18th century American title
All previous issues we have offered of this uncommon title were from 1798-9 with the porcupine in the masthead, but this issue is from the earliest months of its existence with a much different masthead.
Various news reports of the day, heavy with advertisements inc... See More
Curiously worded headline... Civil War generals...
Item #674037
December 05, 1889
GREENSBORO NORTH STATE, North Carolina, Dec. 5, 1889 An interesting paper if only because of the curious headlines and reporting of a gruesome tragedy. A ftpg. column is headed: "SEVEN MEN ROASTED" "And Dashed to Death in the Minneapolis Tribune Fire" "Dread Details Of The Disaster".
Page 3 has many portraits of Civil War generals from: "Hood's Campaig... See More
Progressing towards Prohibition...
Item #674035
July 03, 1919
THE GREENSBORO PATRIOT, North Carolina, July 3, 1919
* Headed towards prohibition
* Liquor - beer to be abolished
The top of the first column reports on the progress towards Prohibition: "PLAN TO STOP SALE OF STRONG BEER" "Congress And Department Of Justice After 2 3/4 Per Cent Article" with the details taking over half a column. Nationwide Prohibition would formal... See More
The Henry Wirz prison warden trial...
Item #674028
September 03, 1865
NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 3, 1865
* Andersonville Prison - Camp Sumter
* Captain Henry Wirz trial - Georgia
The ftpg. has reports concerning the trial of Henry Wirz, the warden of the infamous Andersonville, Georgia, prison camp from during the Civil War.
First column heads include: "TRIAL OF CAPT. WIRZ" "Details of the Proceedings on Saturday" "Testimony of a Prisoner... See More
"Adventures Among the Indians"...
Item #674026
February 09, 1850
SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Feb. 9, 1850 The front page features a print of: "The Lost Sister of Wyoming - From Frost's 'Thrilling Adventures Among the Indians' " with a related article.
Four pages, very large size, 3 folds, various creases, various tears at the margins & folds. Folder size noted is for the issue folded in half.
Print of hunting kangaroos...
Item #674025
July 30, 1853
SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, July 30, 1853 The front page features a print of: "Hunting The Kangaroo In Australia" with a related article.
Four pages, very large size, 3 folds, small hole in the masthead, mild wear. Folder size noted is for the issue folded in half.
British inciting the Indians to war against the Americans...
Item #674021
March 15, 1808
THE ENQUIRER, Richmond, Virginia, March 15, 1808 Page 2 contains an: "Extract of a Letter dated Fort Wayne" which concerns the British inciting the Indians to war against the Americans: "...British nation...have been stirring up the Indians...with seditious, insidious speeches...sent messages & belts to the Indians...telling them they must soon wade up to the ancles in blo... See More
Huge print on the impeachment of Andrew Johnson...
Item #674017
March 23, 1868
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRITRE ZEITUNG, New York, 1868 This is a huge, four page foldout centerfold with an expansive view of te impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson. This was in the German language edition of Leslie's Illustrated, meant for the German speaking residents of the U.S.
It measures 22 3/4 by 33 inches and is in very nice condition.
It measures 22 3/4 by 33 inches and is in very nice condition.
Death of President Polk, in a Washington newspaper...
Item #673988
June 23, 1849
THE DAILY UNION, Washington, D.C., June 23, 1849
* James K. Polk death
* Best title to be had ?
All columns on all 4 pages are black-bordered for the report which appears on pg. 3 headed: "Death of Ex-President Polk...". Page 3 also has a letter "From California" concerning the Gold Rush & the success--or lack of it--among many there.
Always nice to have a Pre... See More
Mauch Chunk, Pennsylvania (Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania)...
Item #673987
July 19, 1849
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 19, 1849 The first page carries a report "Fire at Mauch Chunk, (PA.)" (now known as Jim Thorpe. "We have received information of the occurrence of an awful conflagration in our sister town of Mauch Chunck on Sunday. All the business portion of that flourishing borough is in ruins. The loss is estimate at $150,000...".
Comple... See More
Statehood of Wyoming...
Item #673986
July 10, 1890
THE WORLD, New York City, July 10, 1890 Page three heading "Congress Day By Day" reports "Fixing the Wyoming Bill." "The presiding officer of the Senate (Mr. Ingalls) having signed the bill to admit Wyoming it went to the President to-day. He thereupon referred it to the Attorney-General to ascertain if there were any legal objections to its approval."
Complete... See More
Bob Feller pitches his third no-hitter....
Item #673984
July 02, 1951
CENTRE DAILY TIMES, State College & Bellefonte, Pa., July 2, 1951 Near the top of the sports page is: "Feller In 3rd No-Hitter" and: "Pitchers Excel in Top Tests". The report begins: "Bob Feller, king of active Major League pitchers, sits on a pedestal today as the only modern day hurler with three no-hit games to his credit..." with more.
Complete in 10 pa... See More
Gold Rush of 1849, in an 1848 newspaper...
Item #673979
December 05, 1848
DAILY EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Boston, Dec. 5, 1848
* California Gold Rush
* 49ers - mining - miners
California Gold Rush reports from 1848 are rather rare but we've found some through the years, such as this one.
A bottom corner of the front page has: "Gold Mines of California" noting: "These mines are represented as very productive & of immense value...making rapi... See More
Tired of pirating... news from Charlestown...
Item #673976
November 22, 1766
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, November 22, 1766 The front page has an article with the dateline "Newport, Rhode Island, October 6" which is from "a letter from Castle Brew, at Annamaboa, on the Coast of Africa...". It talks about the pirate infested areas along the coastline, but in particular the one ship "commanded by one Hide". "...These fellows neither murder, ... See More
From the Panama Canal Zone...
Item #673928
March 18, 1931
THE PANAMA CANAL RECORD, Balboa Heights, Canal Zone, March 18, 1931 A little magazine noted as the: "Official Publication of the Panama Canal" with a wealth of data concerning the canal and its use including a lengthy chart of: "Movements of Ocean Vessels".
Complete in 20 pages, 6 by 9 inches, library stamp at the very top, very nice condition.
For those who objected to the war...
Item #673927
October 01, 1944
THE CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTOR, New York, October, 1944
* Rare anti-World War II title
As the title suggests, this newspaper from the midst of World War II espoused non-participation by being a conscientious objector to war.
The content throughout supports this theme. Among the items: "CO Fled Draft In Bad Lands - He Then Decides That His Tactic Is Wrong, and Gives Self Up" &quo... See More
Woodhull & Claflin... The Ku Klux Klan...
Item #673925
November 05, 1872
NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 5, 1872 The front page has: "The Ku Klux" "Greeley's Friends at Work in Kentucky--They Hang a Man, His Wife, and Daughter to the Same Tree".
Page 2 has: "Woodhull & Claflin" "An Indictment Found Against Them--A Writ of Habeas Corpus for Col. Blood--Arrest of Stephen Pearl Andrews".
Sisters Victoria Woodhull & Te... See More
Horse racing magazine from Lexington, Kentucky...
Item #673923
THE THOROUGHBRED RECORD, Lexington, Kentucky, March 15, 1913 * "Horse Capital of the World"
As the title would suggest this magazine is focused on horse racing, and the masthead notes: "A Weekly Thoroughbred Journal Published by the Thoroughbred Record Company".
The ftpg. has a photo of the horse: "Machintla, Bay Filly, 1909" with a great wealth of ... See More
Very early Boy Scout magazine...
Item #673919
March 15, 1924
THE SCOUT, London, March 15, 1924 An early issue of the Boy Scout magazine, and noted in the masthead: "Founded by Sir Robert Baden-Powell" who is credited with founding the Boy Scouts.
This was very much the "Boy's Life" of its day, with various articles & stories of interest to boys and scouts. Various illustrations as well. Complete in 24 pages, color front &a... See More
Magazine in the Welsh language...
Item #673915
January 01, 1834
SEREN GOMER, Carmarthen, Wales, Hydref, 1834 A quite uncommon magazine from Wales, totally in the Welsh language. Although commonly spoken in the 19th century, its use had diminished in the 20th century. Efforts are being made to bring it back today.
No date on the front page however a copy of the volume's title page is included to verify the year 1834.
Complete in 32 pages, 5 1/4
... See More
No date on the front page however a copy of the volume's title page is included to verify the year 1834.
Complete in 32 pages, 5 1/4
Two prints of early fine engines... Missions near San Antonio...
Item #673912
February 18, 1854
GLEASON'S PICTORIAL, Boston, Feb. 18, 1854 This was one of the few illustrated newspapers of that time as the famed Harper's Weekly didn't start until 1857.
Perhaps the best prints of of early fine engines: "Hope Hose Carriage, of Philadelphia, at the Crystal Palace" and: "Representation of Fire Engine No. 38, of New York City".
Other prints include: "I... See More
Great buffalo hunting print...
Item #673911
October 07, 1854
GLEASON'S PICTORIAL, Boston, Oct. 7, 1854 A predecessor to Harper's Weekly and in a format very similar to what Harper's would have.
Very ornate masthead, the front page has a very dramatic print: "Bison Hunting" which includes Indians and a related article. Inside has several prints of: "Scenes in the Holy Land", and also: "Rocky Glen at Sing Sing, New ... See More
Independence of America will destroy the marine power of England... A plan for capturing General Greene...
Item #673668
July 18, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 18, 1782
* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century
* From The Enemy
Page 4 has a letter noting: "...urging the Councils of the State to give up to French & Congressional ambition the independence of American, and with it our best resources of commerce, wealth, and naval strength...For the wise maxims...of that Court...are 'that the independenc... See More
Controversial case of Col. Isaac Haynes... British support of loyal subjects...
Item #673652
February 07, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 7, 1782
* re. Isaac Haynes execution
* American Revolutionary War
All of the front page, page 2, and a portion of page 3 are taken up with: "Further Particulars of the Debate in the House of Lords...on the Duke of Richmond's Motion Respecting the Execution of Col. Haynes in America." This was a very controversial event in the Revolutio... See More
A family fends off two attacks by Indians...
Item #673366
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1792 Near the back is three-quarters of a page of news headed: "America" mostly taken up with a very detailed and exciting account of a family attacked by Indians, noting how the mother and children were able to fend off the invaders not once but twice. A few other bits as well.Included are all 3 plates called for, one of which shows bot... See More
The French Revolution...
Item #673364
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1790 Among the articles are: "The Importance, and the Neglect, of Veterinary Medicine"; a list of: "Eminent Physicians who have Been Regimental Surgeons". Near the back is much on an: "Accurate Statement of the Late Revolution in France" taking several pages.Included are 2 of the 3 plates called for which include a larg... See More
Census report from New Jersey...
Item #673178
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1749 Nearly a full page is taken up with charts showing the population of New Jersey in 1738 and 1745. Included among the columns are those labeled: "Male Slaves" "Female Slaves" and "Total of Slaves".
Also a chart of those: "Buried in the several Burying Grounds of Philadelphia", columns headed by r
... See More
Also a chart of those: "Buried in the several Burying Grounds of Philadelphia", columns headed by r
Appalachicola, Florida... Slave or free?
Item #673060
September 14, 1816
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 14, 1816 Starting on the front page and continuing within is a great article describing a banquet held in Paris to celebrate American Independence, which illustrates the great relationship held between both nations.
Another article within describes the mass migration of Negroes from in and around New Orleans to Appalachicola, Florida.... See More
Reporting John F. Kennedy's assassination...
Item #672486
November 23, 1963
GREENSBORO DAILY NEWS, North Carolina, Nov. 23, 1963 The banner headline announces: "KENNEDY IS ASSASSINATED; PRO-RED HELD AS KILLER" with two related photos.
Complete in 2 sections and 22 pages, minor central fold wear, nice condition.
Hebrew customs...
Item #672387
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1739 One of the articles is headed: "Continuation of the Dissertation begun in our Last Whether the Hebrews Borrow'd any Customs from the Heathens" which takes over 1 1/2 pages.Another article has the: "Manifesto of the Catholick Majesty..."concerning a payment to the South Sea Tea Company.
Near the back is the... See More
Report from the Churchill River in Canada...
Item #672277
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, March, 1743 One of the articles is titled: "Of the Effects of Cold at Pr. of Wales' in Churchill River in Hudson's Bay..." which is present-day Canada. This article takes over a full page.
Among the other articles in this issue are: "No Writers for the Ministry" and "Reasons for a Steady Opposition". N
... See More
Among the other articles in this issue are: "No Writers for the Ministry" and "Reasons for a Steady Opposition". N
Early Robert E. Lee...
Item #672194
July 11, 1829
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, July 11, 1829
* Cadet Robert E. Lee
* West Point military academy
It's always fascinating to find mention of notable people long before they would become a household name.
Near the back is is a great example. Under a list headed: "Military Academy" area the: "...names of the five most distinguished cadets in each class..." and ... See More
The Indians declare war...
Item #672095
August 21, 1813
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Aug. 21, 1813 Inside has: "Indian Declaration of War" which is a: "...literal translation of the Declaration of War by the Six Nations Against the British in Canada". Also: Creek Indians" which takes a full page, then: "Events of the War" which takes about 6 pages & includes a letter from the Lower Sandusky, one from &quo... See More
Was U.S. Grant killed?
Item #671833
July 23, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 23, 1864 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "The Great Contest: General Sherman's Operations" "Life In Kentucky--Guerrillas & Other Vermin..." "A Private Soldier's Letter" "The Late Raid--The Fight at Harper's Ferry" "Rebel News--Joe Johnston Superseded by Gen. Hood--Alleged Deat
... See More
Newly formed America flexing its trade muscles with England...
Item #671779
March 23, 1784
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, March 23, 1784 Page 3 has a report headed: "America - From the New York Royal Gazette" which was loyal to the British during the Revolutionary War. It notes in part: "...Assembly of New Jersey...Resolved unanimously, that the United States in Congress assembled, ought to be vested with the exclusive power of regulating trade & commerce t... See More
Horrid murders by Indians... War of 1812...
Item #671565
June 13, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 13, 1812 Several pages are taken up with correspondence & documents between the United States and England relating to the upcoming War of 1812. Several documents are signed in type by the Secretary of State, James Monroe.
The bkpg. has most of a column headed: "Indian Murders" which details: "...the late inhuman murders committed on th... See More
An imprisoned Santa Ana wants to negotiate with Andrew Jackson...
Item #671426
January 21, 1837
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Jan. 21, 1837 The back page features a lengthy letter signed by: Antonio Lopez De Santa Ana to President Andrew Jackson, in which he mentions his current imprisonment and a desire to negotiate a peace between Mexico & the United States. This is followed by the response of the President, signed in type: Andrew Jackson.
Sixteen pages, 8 1/2 by 12 inc... See More
New York City Fire Department...
Item #671238
September 14, 1867
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, September 14, 1867 Inside has a 1/3 page illustration of: "The Metropolitan Steam Fire Engine, No. 1., Employed by the New York Fire Department" with an accompanying article "Steam Fire Engines".
Also within are: "Howard's Patent Horse Rake" "Franklin's Suspended Lever Scale" and additional illustrations
... See More
Also within are: "Howard's Patent Horse Rake" "Franklin's Suspended Lever Scale" and additional illustrations
Very early bicycle prints...
Item #671197
June 12, 1869
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York June 12, 1869 The front page has a very nice & curious print captioned: "Sturdy and Young's Circular Velocipede" with a related front page article titled: "Improved Combination Pleasure Velocipede". An inside page also has a print of: "Price's Improved Bicycle" with a related article as well.
Sixteen pages, nice conditi... See More
Graphic on the wine industry in Hammondsport...
Item #671167
August 07, 1880
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Aug. 7, 1880 (at a significantly reduced price)
* Gold Seal Winery (Urbana) prints
* Hammondsport, New York
The front page is entirely taken up with six illustrations captioned: "Wine Making--The Urbana Wine Company, Hammondsport, N.Y." with the largest print showing workers in the finishing room.
A very nice & displayable issue for any wine col... See More
Displayable color cover... "The Call Of The Wild"...
Item #671028
July 30, 1914
LESLIES ILLUSTRATED WEEKLY, July 30, 1914 This issue features a color illustration captioned: "The Call Of The Wild" on the front page, showing a woman in a nautical-style outfit raising an oar, with her other hand at her mouth, and a male companion in the background carrying a canoe on his back. Very displayable.
Complete in 24 pages, great condition.
Quite rare & early newspaper...
Item #670172
November 24, 1737
THE OLD WHIG, OR THE CONSISTENT PROTESTANT, London, Nov. 24, 1737
* Very rare publication
* Early 18th century British original
A very rare title, and early as well for a folio-size newspaper (measures 9 1/2 by 14 1/2 in.).
This title only published for just 4 years. A few essays plus a good variety of news reports of the day
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, red tax stamp on... See More
Civil War related print on the front page...
Item #670026
August 02, 1862
THE SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Aug. 2, 1862 A desired yet rather scarce title from during the Civil War, as the front page occasionally featured a Harper's Weekly-like Civil War print.
This issue features on the ftpg: "Gen. Anger's Brigade Passing Through Manassas Gap, En Route to Reinforce Gen. Banks." with some detail. Some war reports inside. The bkpg. has a c... See More
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