1822 Unicorn Killed in Africa?...

SALEM GAZETTE, Salem, Mass., June 21, 1822 A detailed report under "The Unicorn" describes the head of a beast killed in Africa and then brought to a museum in London. Includes an engraving of the beasts head which resembles a rhinoceros, although some thought it to be the "Unicorn of Holy Writ". First leaf has a small piece missing in the outer margin, occasional foxing.

1943 Earlest mention of pianist Liberace...

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 9, 1943  An inconspicuous article on page 25 carries the very first mention of the eventually-to-be-famous pianist known simply as "Liberace". The item under the heading "Musical Notes" states: "...The American Theatre Wing Stage Door Canteen will start tonight a series of appearances by youthful concert artists. Gloria Perkins, American violi... See More  

1810 Yazoo Claims with ads...

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 24, 1810  A page 2 report "From Washington" says: "I have the satisfaction to inform you that the Supreme Court...affirmed the judgement in the Courts below, unanimously on all the points, in favor of the Yazoo claims. We understand that in this case the Judges gave their opinions seriatim.", and a bit more. Rubbing in unrelated text, some... See More  

1863 Fighting Around Memphis Tennessee...

NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE from New York, NY and dated April 23, 1863. This 8 page newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rag paper during this very historic time in U.S. history. This issue is loaded with advertisements and Civil War reports throughout from the day it was first reported which includes the following headlines: "The Bombardment of Puebla", "The News via San Fr... See More  

1858 Diary of A Sportsman...

PORTERS SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, N.Y., Feb. 18, 1858 Ftpg. has: "A Winter In Florida: Extracts From The Diary Of A Sportsman". Narrow piece clipped from text of an inside leaf, minor loss to two lower corners inside, a few foxing spots, occasional foxing as well.

Gold Rush era...

NEW-YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, 1849   Although this issue does not have specific gold rush content, it is a great “period” item with 1849 in the dateline. The issue contains many ads related to California and westward expansion, including several that have small wood-cut prints. The images shown are representative of the condition and format of the issue you will receive, but actual... See More  

1818 Alexander Arbuthnot Court Martial..

NEW-ENGLAND PALLADIUM & COMMERCIAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Dec. 15, 1818 On the ftpg. under "Arbuthnot" are the charges and specifications pertaining to Alexander Arbuthots court martial ordered by Andrew Jackson. Rubbing and some lite dirtiness does not affect this report.

1829 Kitchen Stove Advertisement...

COMMERCIAL ADVERTISER, N.Y., July 20, 1829 Has many ads, including one on pg. 3 for "Moodys Patent Portable Ovens". Includes a woodcut of an oven used with a charcoal furnace. The oven emitted very little heat and could be used in the home or "out of doors". A bit uneven at the spine.

1859 Horatio Alger Story "500 A Year"...

  GLEASON'S PICTORIAL LINE-OF-BATTLE SHIP newspaper from Boston, dated Dec. 3, 1859. This quite ornate newspaper contains on the back page a story titled "Five Hundred A Year"which was written specifically for this newspaper (scarce as such) by Horatio Alger, Jr. (see photos). Complete 8 page issue, various tears at the margins not no problems affecting the Alger story.... See More  

Germany moves to aid Italy...

THE WASHINGTON OBSERVER, Pennsylvania, December 20, 1949  Paper has large, banner headline that reads, "Germany Moves to Aid Italy" with subheads: "Churchill Warns Against Invasion", "Grew Warns Japan". Paper is in nice condition. See photo for additional details.

1902 Phoenixville, PA Newspaper!

THE PHOENIX ADVERTISER from Phoenixville, PA and dated August 8, 1902. This 4 page newspaper is in good condition. This issue has news of the day & many interesting advertisements which gives a good idea how life was back then. A nice issue from this Southeastern Pennsylvania town near Philadelphia.

From The Southwest...

NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, February 16, 1864  This 8 page newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rag paper during this very historic time in U.S. history. This issue is loaded with advertisements and Civil War reports throughout from the day it was first reported which includes the following headlines: "The Expedition To Mississippi", "Gen. Sherman Enters the ... See More  

Curtis is Nominated for Vice President...

NEWPORT HERALD, Newport, RI., June 16, 1928. Nice Bold Headline, surrounded by advertisements, reads, "Curtis is Nominated for Vice President". Includes subheads: "Landslide for Kansan Results in His Selection by an Overwhelming Vote; Convention Adjourns in a Happy Mood", "Delegation from Pennsylvania is Responsible for Landslide", "Plans for Early Conference with Hoover Made Immediately by C... See More  

Three century set...

You provide us with a 20th century year (birth year, anniversary year, year of graduation, etc.) and we will send you a set of three issues: one from the year given, one from exactly 100 years prior to your given year, and a third exactly 200 years prior to the given year.

Example: If you request 1963, we will send you an issue from 1963, 1863, and 1763. What a wonderful way to take a snapshot of... See More  

This newspaper is over 320 years old...

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, 1684. This is a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still publishing  today. This is a very early issue from just 19 years after it began publication. Single sheet, printed on both sides, very nice condition.

From the oldest continuously published English language newspaper in the world...

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, 1708 - 1711  We will select a nice, genuine issue from this early period of the 18th century.

This is the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world, having begun in 1665 and is still publishing today. This newspaper has various news of the day, mostly European, but several advertisements as well. Nice condition.

Oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world...

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, 1710-1712  A very early singlesheet newspaper from the early 18th century. This is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having started in 1665 and is still printing today.

Small folio size and in nice condition.  The photo shown is representative of the issue you will receive, but actual issues vary - but will be dated between 1710-1712 (... See More  

Early, genuine newspaper from the 18th century...

THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1710  This is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having begun in 1665 and is still publishing today.

The front page of this early newspaper has various military reports from Europe. This is a single sheet newspapers & is in nice condition.  A great way to own a slice of history approximately 300 years old at a low price.  The image is r... See More  

Famous title from the early 1700's...

THE SPECTATOR, London, 1711-1712 (untrimmed)  One of the most famous of the early newspapers & by the famed Addison & Steele. Nice condition, some foxing, single sheet.  The image shown is representative of the condition and look of the issue you will receive.  Actual dates vary but will be dated within 1711 or 1712.  Note:  No red ink stamps are present.

World's oldest continually published English language newspaper...

THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1699  An opportunity for a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This issue is well over 300 years old. 

Very nice condition with some minor foxing, single sheet,  printed on both sides. A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collecti... See More  

Short-lived newspaper with an interesting title from 1708...

THE BRITISH APOLLO, OR CURIOUS AMUSEMENTS FOR THE INGENIOUS and subtitled: "To Which are Added the Most Material Occurrences Foreign and Domestick". Published in London, and "Perform'd by a Society of Gentlemen" as noted in the masthead, the date is 1708. The British Apollo appeared twice a week until issue 79, and then three times a week. A popular paper edited by Aaron Hi... See More  

Over 325 years old...

THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1692-1694. This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format. This newspaper was published before any American newspapers even existed. A single sheet newspaper ... See More  

Early and notable 18th century title... Addison & Steele...

THE SPECTATOR, London, England, 1711  One of the more famous of the early newspapers and by the famed Addison & Steele. Nice condition, trimmed, some light browning. A single sheet issue measuring 8 by 11 1/2 inches. Red ink stamps do not appear to be present.

From the "mother country" over 260 years ago...

THE LONDON CHRONICLE OR, UNIVERSAL EVENING POST, 1758  This 8 page newspaper is over 260 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe with some interesting advertisements as well.

A complete newspaper measuring 7 by 11 1/2 inches and in nice condition. Fine and very early newspaper which is less common than the London Gazette. 

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One of the less common titles from the late 18th century...

THE ANTI-JACOBIN or, WEEKLY EXAMINER, London, 1798  An uncommon newspaper published exclusively during the sitting of Parliament with many Parliamentary reports.

Eight pages, 9 by 12 inches, some light staining. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have this specific date but will have the format as shown.