Washington on the Constitution... Connecticut and Georgia ratify the Constitution...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, January, 1788  The issue begins with a lengthy: "Oration on the Anniversary of Independence" from  July 4, 1787; "Some Account of a Motley Coloured, or Pye Negro Girl and Mulatto Boy...", and much more.

Half a page has extracts of a letter from George Washington regarding his views of the Constitution, perhaps his strongest language... See More  

Massachusetts and Georgia ratify the Constitution...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, February, 1788  This is "the second edition' printed in 1789 as noted on the title page.

The issue begins with: "Oration in Commemoration of American Independence" delivered July 4, 1787 taking nearly 4 1/2 pages; "Quakers' Petition Against Slavery" "Description of the White Mountain in New Hampshire". An historic... See More  

The adventures of Daniel Boone...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, October, 1787  Certainly the most notable article is the over 7 page account headed: "Adventures of Col. Daniel Boon, one of the Original Settlers at Kentucke" which is signed by him at its conclusion: Daniel Boon, Fayette County, Kentucke.

This is a wonderful report, by Daniel Boone himself, with great detail. It is rare to find accounts about Bo... See More  

Washington on the Constitution... Connecticut and Georgia ratify the Constitution...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, January, 1788  This issue begins with 12 pages of "Subscribers' Names" by state including: "His Excellency GENERAL WASHINGTON...", Thomas Jefferson, and various members of Congress.

There is a lengthy: "Oration on the Anniversary of Independence" from  July 4, 1787; "Some Account of a Motley Coloured, or Pye Negro... See More  

The adventures of Daniel Boone...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, October, 1787  Certainly the most notable article is the over 7 page account headed: "Adventures of Col. Daniel Boon, one of the Original Settlers at Kentucke" which is signed by him at its conclusion: Daniel Boon, Fayette County, Kentucke.

This is a wonderful report, by Daniel Boone himself, with great detail. It is rare to find accounts about Bo... See More  

Massachusetts and Georgia ratify the Constitution...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, February, 1788  This is "the second edition' printed in 1789 as noted on the title page.

The issue begins with: "Oration in Commemoration of American Independence" delivered July 4, 1787 taking nearly 4 1/2 pages; "Quakers' Petition Against Slavery" "Description of the White Mountain in New Hampshire". An historic... See More  

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 11, 1668



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had



This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measurin... See More  

Considerable discussion of the proposed Constitution... Maryland ratifies...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, April, 1788  This is "the second edition' printed in 1790 as noted on the title page.

Content includes: "An Historical Account of the Earthquakes of New England" which takes over 13 pages; "A Sketch of the Climate, Water and Soil in South Carolina..." which takes 17 pages; "Speech of Oliver Elsworth in the Convention of the... See More  

17th century from London... 1682 original...

THE OBSERVATOR, London, Oct. 10, 1682



* Woman publisher



This is a handsome dialogue newspaper founded by Sir Roger L'Estrange, a Tory pamphleteer, as a vehicle for attacking dissenters and Whigs. Done in a dialogue format, between Whig & Tory. This early single sheet newspaper has the old style type making it great for framing, but the most intriguing aspect of this issue is that th... See More  

Washington's Farewell Orders... His resignation as Commander-in-chief... American Crisis... Letters from a Farmer... Fabius...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), September, 1788  

The issue begins 4 1/2 pages of a letter: "...From an European Traveler in America, to his Friend in London, written in the year 1785" which provides an interesting perspective of America at that time. It is continued in a future issue.

Of significance is the full text of: "General Washington's Farewell Orders to the ... See More  

Washington's Farewell Orders... His resignation as Commander-in-chief... American Crisis... Letters from a Farmer... Fabius...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), September, 1788  

The issue begins 4 1/2 pages of a letter: "...From an European Traveler in America, to his Friend in London, written in the year 1785" which provides an interesting perspective of America at that time. It is continued in a future issue.

Of significance is the full text of: "General Washington's Farewell Orders to the ... See More  

A great wealth of Constitution-related content...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), August, 1788  Among the articles are: "Observations on the Evil Consequences Attending the Excessive use of Spirituous Liquors" "Thoughts on the Law Prohibiting Hogs to Prowl the Streets of Philadelphia"; a continuation of: "Observations on the Constitution Proposed by the Late Federal Convention" which takes over 6 1/2 pages;... See More  

A great wealth of Constitution-related content...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), August, 1788  Among the articles are: "Observations on the Evil Consequences Attending the Excessive use of Spirituous Liquors" "Thoughts on the Law Prohibiting Hogs to Prowl the Streets of Philadelphia"; a continuation of: "Observations on the Constitution Proposed by the Late Federal Convention" which takes over 6 1/2 pages;... See More  

Much on the states debating the proposed Constitution...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, June, 1788  This is the "second edition" as noted on the title page, printed on Feb. 20, 1792. 

Among the articles are: "Observations on the Management of the Female Convicts in the Workhouse, Philadelphia" "Objections to the Proposed Plan of Government for the United States on Genuine Principles" is concerning the propose... See More  

A portion of Paine's "Common Sense"...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, March, 1787, Second Edition (1788)  The first 6 pages are taken up with: "Common Sense, by Mr. Payne ([sic] (Concluded) Part IV. Of the present Ability of America, with some Miscellaneous Reflections".

Other items include: "Thoughts on Mobs" "A Word of Consolation for America..." "Letter from Mr. Jefferson to Mr. Jay"... See More  

Letters by Benjamin Franklin...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, July, 1787  Among the articles are: "Remarks & Facts Relative to the American Paper Money, By Dr. Franklin" "Letter from Dr. Franklin to a Friend, on the Subject of the North East Storms" "Letter from Dr. Franklin to a friend, Containing an Account of a Remarkable Whirlwind" "Letter from Dr. M. to Dr. Franklin, Containi... See More  

Letters by Benjamin Franklin...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, July, 1787, Second Edition (1789)  Among the articles are: "Remarks & Facts Relative to the American Paper Money, By Dr. Franklin" "Letter from Dr. Franklin to a Friend, on the Subject of the North East Storms" "Letter from Dr. Franklin to a friend, Containing an Account of a Remarkable Whirlwind" "Letter from Dr. M. to... See More  

1793 Boston, Massachusetts...

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 26, 1793



* 18th century American title



Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.

Pages 3 & 4 include 13 illustrated ship ads.

Complete as a 4 page issue, nice condition.

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 27, 1668



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had



This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More  

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1697...

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 13, 1697



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had



This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More  

Washington's final state-of-the-union address...

Similar to 667426 THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1797  Although there is a wide range of content within this issue, the most significant is President George Washington's last state-of-the-union address which is headed: "Gen. Washington's Farewell Address to the United States" [not really; see the 1796 Supplement for his Farewell Address] and prefaced with: &q... See More  

Advertisement on the Salem witch trials...

THE ATHENIAN MERCURY, London, Feb. 11, 1693 



* Rare Salem witch trials advertisement

* Very early and rare 17th century title



The back page has an advertisement for the book "The Second Edition of the late TRYALS of several WITCHES in New-England. Written by Cotton Mather, and Published by the Special Command of the Governour." (see)

This is the only periodical we have ever ... See More  

Set of five different mastheads for the same title...

THE POST BOY, London  Here is an interesting set of five different issues dating from 1707, 1715, 1719, 1729 and 1734. As was often the case newspapers which existed over 30 years the masthead would often change, sometimes subtly. Here is a set with each masthead being slightly different, the earliest 2 with two engravings each, all differently slightly, and the last without any masthead engr... See More  

18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...

FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Aug. 21, 1798



* Rare 18th century American title

* (5) Slaves advertisements



The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 8 illustrated ship ads. The front page also contains 5 slavery related advertisements as well. (see images)

News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages in good condition.... See More  

Large ship advertisements in 1785...