The Civil War in Petersburg, Virginia...
Item #701850
August 20, 1864
THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, Aug. 20, 1864 There was much interest in England concerning the American Civil War, England favoring more for the South because of their need for cotton.
Inside has a half page print: "The War In America--View of Petersburg, Virginia" with a related article.
Twenty-four pages, great condition.
Portraits of many Civil War officers & leading politicians, including W. T. Sherman...
Item #701756
PORTRAIT MONTHLY, New York, October, 1863 This was an off-shoot of the New York Illustrated News. Each month the Portrait Monthly featured woodcut engravings of the leading generals and politicians of the war, North and South, along with capsule biographies, news, stories, poetry, and serialized fiction, all pertaining to the war.The magazine only existed for 18 issues.
The front page has... See More
A most unusual newspaper...
Item #701741
January 01, 1896
THE TRUTHFUL LYRE, (Santa Rosa, California), approx. 1896 A most unusual newspaper, comedy being its theme. Nothing in the issue can be believed; it is satirical from beginning to end, including the ads.
There is no city & date in the masthead, however by deduction from the content we believe it to be as noted above.
Four pages, printed on high-quality newspaper rather than what was mo... See More
Two documents from Alexander Hamilton...
Item #701740
January 20, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Jan. 20, 1790 Over half of page 2 is taken up with: "Summary View of the Report of the Secretary of the Treasury..." submitted to the House on January 14.
This is a very notable report--this being s "summary view" of a very lengthy document--concerning the topic of public credit. The full document is considered one of the greatest ... See More
Perhaps the best Lincoln funeral issue to be had...
Item #701645
April 25, 1865
THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, April 25, 1865
* Abraham Lincoln assassination
* Terrific funeral issue for display
I have always considered this to be the most dramatic issue on the Lincoln funeral we have ever encountered, and we've had many great issues of the era. This title and date remain very elusive, and for good reason.
Most of the front page is taken up with a huge eng... See More
A graphic issue on the final days of the Civil War...
Item #701629
April 04, 1865
THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, April 4, 1865
* The fall of Richmond, the Confederate capital
* Terrific heraldic eagle & and more for display
A wonderfully graphic issue on the capture of the Confederate capture, foretelling the doom of the Confederacy and the end of the Civil War within day.
The front page has a map of the Richmond vicinity above which is a heraldic eagle with... See More
Rare war-related newspaper that lasted but three issues...
Item #701624
March 30, 1861
THE PALMETTO FLAG, Philadelphia, March 30, 1861 An exceedingly rare newspaper as only three issues were published, this being issue #1. This is just the second issue of this title we have encountered in our 50+ years.
As the title might hint, this was a newspaper that sympathized with the Southern cause of the war which was just then beginning (Fort Sumter battle was April 12). It's tit... See More
A less common title from the Civil War...
Item #701623
December 31, 1861
THE MARYLAND NEWS SHEET, Baltimore, Dec. 31, 1861 Certainly one of the less common titles from the Civil War.
Reports include: "War Items--From Fortress Monroe" "From Gen. Banks' Division" "From Washington" and other items.
Believed to be complete as a single sheet issue, various wear at the folds and various archival mends, foxing & damp staining, tri... See More
Two Civil War maps...
Item #701617
June 28, 1862
NEW YORK TIMES, June 28, 1862
* Battle of Oak Grove
* 1st Seven Days Battles
* American Civil War map
The front page features a rather large & detailed map headed: "The Scene Of The Battle Before Richmond On Wednesday" which makes the issue very displayable. There are also column heads on the war: "From Gen. McClellan's Army" "The Second Struggl... See More
Over half of the front page is a Civil War map...
Item #701614
May 12, 1862
NEW YORK TIMES, May 12, 1862
* Capture of Norfolk, Virginia
* American Civil War map
* Peninsula Campaign - Richmond
Over half of the front page is taken up with a large Civil War map headed: "THE CAPTURE OF NORFOLK AND THE ADVANCE UPON RICHMOND" with sub-caption: "Map Showing Norfolk & the Various Places Referred to in the News of its Capture; Showing also t... See More
Huge display map on the front page, another on the back page...
Item #701610
April 09, 1862
NEW YORK TIMES, April 9, 1862 Fully half of the front page is taken up with a huge map with a banner head and subhead: "THE SEAT OF WAR IN THE SOUTHERN, EASTERN, AND MOUNTAIN PARTS OF VIRGINIA. Indicating the positions now held by the Rebels, and some of the positions held by the Union Army; and showing, also, the Railroad Lines of Retreat for the Rebels." The balance of the front ... See More
Emancipation Proclamation from the city where it was issued...
Item #701592
September 23, 1862
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Sept. 23, 1862
* Emancipation Proclamation
* President Abraham Lincoln
* Freedom for enslaved - slaves
* Best publication to be had (very rare)
Page 2 begins with the Emancipation Proclamation, from the city where it was issued.
The Emancipation Proclamation was a presidential proclamation that changed the federal legal status of... See More
Lincoln is assassinated... One of the most desired titles... An early edition...
Item #701567
April 15, 1865
NEW YORK TIMES, April 15, 1865 Not only this event, but this title remains one of the most desired by collectors; a very significant event in American history reported by one of the most respected newspapers in the country.
The first column heads tell it all: "AWFUL EVENT" "President Lincoln Shot by an Assassin" "The Deed Done at Ford's Theatre Last Night" ... See More
George Washington, Sam Adams, and building the original frigates...
Item #701538
July 16, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 16, 1794 The front page has an Act of Congress signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington. Also two Acts of the Massachusetts Legislature, each signed in type by Samuel Adams.
The top of page 2 has: "The Age of Reason" which begins: "A work under this title has lately been written by the celebrated Mr. Paine...".
Page 3 has a... See More
Bostonians respond, patriotically, to the Royal Governor's speech...
Item #701416
February 10, 1773
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Feb. 10, 1773 The entire front page and most of page 2 are taken up with the response of John Hancock, Sam Adams, & others to the Mass. governor's recent speech. It is very patriotic in tone, noting near the beginning: "...We fully agree with your Excellency, that our own happiness, as well as his Majesty's service, very much depends u... See More
On the French Alliance Treaty... George Johnstone & his bribes...
Item #701414
August 19, 1778
THE NEW JERSEY GAZETTE, Trenton, Aug. 19, 1778 New Jersey was the last of the original 13 colonies to have a newspaper. This is the volume 1, number 37 issue.
The entire front page is taken up with reporting and letters between the French & American commissioners concerning the recently-concluded Treaty of Alliance.
Page 2 has a notable "Declaration" from Congress, signed by ... See More
Paul Revere and George Washington...
Item #701340
March 09, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 9, 1796 Page 2 has an Act of Congress concerning a loan on the domestic debt which is signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington, and in block type by John Adams. Also on page 2 is a: "Tribute Of Respect" to: "...the Great WASHINGTON."
Page 3 has a Masonic notice for the "Grand Lodge" which is signed in type by... See More
Washington's famous Circular Letter in which he tenders his resignation as Commander-in-Chief...
Item #701320
July 29, 1783
THE MASSACHUETTS GAZETTE or the GENERAL ADVERTISER, Springfield, July 29, 1783
* General George Washington
* Circular letter re. U.S. Army
* Revolutionary War ending
The entire front page, all of page 2, and a portion of page 3 are taken up with one of the more noteworthy letters from General Washington during the war.
It is headed: "A Circular letter from His Excelle
... See More
Illustrated newspaper aimed at the female audience...
Item #701291
September 27, 1873
FRANK LESLIE'S CHIMNEY CORNER, New York, Sept. 27, 1873 An illustrated newspaper not unlike 'Leslie's Illustrated' however the focus was mostly on women's issues and interests. Various stories as well.
Sixteen pages, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to a single sheet, nice condition.
Uncommon title from Alexandria...
Item #701286
November 25, 1826
PHENIX GAZETTE, Alexandria, Virginia, Nov. 25, 1826 A very elusive title, in fact just the second we have located in our 50+ years.
Various news of the day with a wealth of nice illustrated advertisements. Also a: "Cash For Negroes" ad, as well as: "$100 Reward" with details.
Four pages, nice condition.
Elusive title focused in temperance...
Item #701283
October 05, 1827
NATIONAL PHILANTHROPIST, Boston, Oct. 5, 1827 This elusive title lasted just 3 1/2 years, and this is the first issue we've located in our 50+ years. The masthead notes: "'Devoted To
The Suppression of Intemperance And Its Kindred Vices; And to the Encouragement of General Morality". As this note would imply, this newspaper was focused on the prohibition of alcohol.
... See More
Reports from the Revolutionary War...
Item #701170
December 14, 1778
THE MORNING POST & DAILY ADVERTISER, London, Dec. 14, 1778 Page 2 has some text concerning Comte D'Estaing and his naval squadron from Boston. Also reports from New York noting in part: "...that the rebellion is much weaker now than it was this time twelve month; and nothing but a little wisdom in planning her schemes on the part of Great Britain, and vigor in their execution is... See More
John Adams signs four Acts of Congress... The Marines...
Item #701168
September 04, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 4, 1799 The front page has four Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: John Adams, one of which is: "An ACT, authorizing an Augmentation of the Marine Corps".
Page 2 has: "Capt. Truxton's Resignation" which is quite lengthy & signed by him in type: Thomas Truxton.
Four pages, slightly irregular at the spi... See More
Congress creates Continental Currency... From Lexington & Concord forward...
Item #701118
November 16, 1775
THE NEW ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR THE ESSEX GAZETTE, Cambridge, Nov. 16, 1775 A very significant issue in the financial history of the United States, as the front page reports the first issuance of Continental Currency to support the Revolutionary War. Datelined: "Philadelphia, In Congress, Thursday, June 22, 1775" it reports: "Resolved, That a sum not exceeding two millions of Spa... See More
Much on New Orleans: did the city fall to the Americans?
Item #700997
January 26, 1815
BOSTON GAZETTE, Jan. 26, 1815 Inside has a few items from the closing events of the War of 1812 including: "Chesapeake Squadron" "From Sacket's Harbour" "Of New Orleans" the latter including: "A rumor has been afloat all the morning of the fall of New Orleans. There is, I understand no foundation for the report...". Actually New Orleans fell on Jan... See More
A great contemporary quote from Lincoln's famous speech - "A House divided against itself cannot stand."...
Item #700990
January 24, 1860
NEW YORK SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE, Jan. 24, 1860 There is considerable reporting on the slavery issue, with a few mentions of Abraham Lincoln. However, of particular significance is the front page, column two re-printing of a portion of Lincoln's very famous speech in 1858 during the Lincoln-Douglas debates. During a speech on the Senate floor, Senator Douglas, speaking of Lincoln, state... See More
Military events in Canada...
Item #700899
October 30, 1746
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Oct. 30, 1746 The front page begins with a report datelined: "Louisbourgh" which is in Nova Scotia, Canada. It begins: "A party of the French Indians, undiscover'd, fell upon a detachment of soldiers that were at the island of St. John's..." with another report from there as well.
Four pages, 7 1/2 by 10 inches, full red t... See More
Uncommon woman suffrage paper from Syracuse...
Item #700891
July 01, 1879
THE NATIONAL CITIZEN & BALLOT BOX, Syracuse, New York, July, 1879 A quite rare women's suffrage newspaper that lasted less than 3 1/2 years under this title.
Mott notes in his "History Of American Magazines" that this publication was financed in part by Susan B. Anthony, and that having failed with The Woman's Campaign she: "...had better luck with the Ballot Box,... See More
On the execution of King Louis XVI...
Item #700859
February 07, 1793
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 7, 1793 Page 2 includes: "The intelligence of the execution of Louis XVI has been received here with astonishment and horror. It has occasioned a violent ferment in the army; and deletions begin to be very considerable in consequence of the King's death..." with more.
Four pages, very minor loss at the top of the blank spine, good ... See More
Title relates to the Jacobite Rebellion...
Item #700854
November 04, 1746
THE DAILY GAZETTEER: A Vigorous War; Glorious Peace, or LONDON ADVERTISER, England, Nov. 4, 1746
* Era of the Jacobite Rebellion
* Rare 18th century publication
The title, with the military reference, likely relates to the Jacobite Rebellion which reached its climax at the Battle of Culloden on April 16.
The front page is filled with various news reports from Europe, most... See More
Tarring & feathering an excise officer near Pittsburgh...
Item #700813
February 14, 1792
THE GENERAL EVENING POST, London, Feb. 14, 1792 The front page has several reports concerning America, one item noting: "Grand Jury of Allegheny county...have found a bill against four or five persons concerned in tarring and feathering a poor fellow suspected as an Excise Officer."
Four pages, rubbing to the front page, otherwise good.
From York, England...
Item #700789
November 03, 1787
THE YORK CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 3, 1787 A nice newspaper from the UK with mostly European reports and ads.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, full red tax stamp on the front page, small wear hole to the front leaf, minor rubbing.
Investigating the beating of Charles Sumner by Preston Brooks...
Item #700715
May 29, 1856
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 29, 1856 Page 3 has a report from the Senate headed: "Report On The Assault Case" which is on the beating of Charles Sumner by Preston Brooks.
In the annals of Congressional history, few events would prove as bizarre as the beating of Senator Charles Sumner on the floor of the Senate by Representative Preston Brooks. Many webs
... See More
Much on the Barbary War including a letter from the prisoners of the U.S. Philadelphia...
Item #700653
October 12, 1805
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 12, 1805 Half of the front page is taken up with much fine content on the Barbary War, including; "Gen. Eaton's Expedition" which takes nearly a full column; and seven letters/dispatches signed in type by: Wm. Bainbridge, one of which is from the: "...officers of the U.S. late frigate Philadelphia, wrecked on the coast of Tipoly...this lett... See More
Latest on the Mormon situation...
Item #700562
October 02, 1857
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Oct. 2, 1857 Page 3 has: "From Utah Territory" which provides the latest concerning the Mormon War, noting in part: "...the Mormons were making preparations for a fight, & did not conceal their hostile intentions. Elder Kimball, in his harangue in the Tabernacle, laughter at the idea of sending U.S. troops to Utah, and said h... See More
Civil War at Fort Sumter...
Item #700485
November 05, 1863
PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Nov. 5, 1863 Among the front page column heads are: "Late News From Rebel Sources" "Rebel Account of the Bombardment of Fort Sumter" "Thirteen Soldiers Killed" "3000 Union Prisoners to be Sent to Lynchburg" "The War In Tennessee " and much more.
Eight pages, very nice condition.
Nearing the end of the Civil War...
Item #700474
January 07, 1865
NEW YORK TIMES, January 7, 1865 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE WAR IN TENNESSEE" "Hood's Final & Distress Escape" "What is Left of His Army" "The Rebel Army Retiring Upon Meridian, Mississippi" "The Difficulties of the Pursuit" and more.
Eight pages, very nice condition.
Americans ships capture the Frolic & Macedonian...
Item #700460
March 08, 1813
CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, March 8, 1813 The entire front page is taken up with a "Declaration" headed: "British manifesto vs. America". Inside has: "Capture of the Frolic" by the U.S. ship Wasp, followed by: "Capture of the Macedonian" by the ship United States.
Also: "Macedonian Frigate", and a letter from Albany beginning: "Yester... See More
First major battle of the War of 1812: Battle of Queenston Heights...
Item #700459
November 05, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Nov. 5, 1812 Page 2 begins with a lengthy & detailed report: "Official Account Of the Battle of Queenston" taking nearly 2 columns, signed in type: Stn. Van Rensselaer. This was the first major battle of the War of 1812.
Other reports include: "Indians in Florida" "Another Gallant Naval Engagement & Victory" which is on th... See More
Attack on Ogdensburgh... The War of 1812...
Item #700458
October 23, 1812
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, Oct. 23, 1812 Page 3 reports include: "Attack On Ogdensburgh" "Bad News from the Frontiers" and "Defeat of Van Rensselaer's Army!" Also a letter extract about the movements of "The Western Army".
Other reports include: "Connecticut Legislature" "The Militia" and "Bad News from the Frontiers&qu... See More
Not held by any American institution...
Item #700400
February 28, 1758
PUE'S OCCURRENCES, Dublin, Ireland, Feb. 28, 1758 An early Irish newspaper with various news reports from throughout Europe with some ads & notices as well.
This title is not held by any American institution.
Four pages, 10 1/2 by 16 3/4 inches, never-trimmed margins, archival strengthening at the blank spine, minor damp staining near the margins, good condition.
From the 1790's at a great price...
Item #700343
January 04, 1793
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 4, 1793 If you are looking for a very nice, typical American newspaper of the late 1700's, here's a great one for a modest price. A four page issue with a nice mix of news of the day and advertisements. Included are several runaway reward ads.
Wide, never-trimmed margins (desired), small binding holes at the blank spine marg... See More
Early woman's suffrage newspaper...
Item #700244
September 20, 1879
THE WOMAN'S JOURNAL, Boston, Sept. 20, 1879 Uncommon women's suffrage paper produced by--among others--Lucy Stone, Alice Blackwell, Julia Ward Howe, and Mary Livermore.
Among the articles: "Concerning Women" "The Political Ignorance of Women" "Obeying Husbands Or Commanding Wives" "Women Voters In Boston" and much more.
Eight pages, great con... See More
Lincoln is overwhelmed with "anxiety"...
Item #700041
April 20, 1861
THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, April 20, 1861 Page 3 has reports headed: "America" which includes: "President Lincoln is severely indisposed, owing to incessant labour and anxiety..." and other items relating to the imminent Civil War.
England had a vested interest in the war, supporting the Confederacy because of its great need for cotton.
Complete in 24 p... See More
Much on the Black Hills... Moody and Sankey...
Item #699972
August 16, 1875
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Aug. 16, 1875 Page 2 has two columns taken up with a great article: "THE BLACK HILLS" "Resolutions Of The Miners" "Thanks to Gen. Crook & Prof. Janney--The New City Dubbed Custer by the Miners". This is followed by: "Gen. Crook Among the Miners" "Promise of the Miners to Leave the Hills--Efforts to Retain Possession of Claims... See More
Exploring Martha's Vineyard... Trial on the Mountain Meadows Massacre...
Item #699962
July 27, 1875
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 27, 1875 Page 2 has more than a full column of detailed reporting headed: "A SUMMER RESORT" "Representatives Of the Indian 'tribes--A Strange Myth--Exploits of the Atlantic--A New Telegraph Cable--Advantages of the Island As A Summer Resort--The Baptist Camp Meeting".
A very early report of this now quite famous and upscale resort island just s... See More
Moody and Sankey and the religious awakening...
Item #699951
November 23, 1875
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Nov. 23, 1875
* Ira D. Sankey & Dwight Lyman Moody
* Evangelist - Evangelism - sermons
The back page has nearly 1 12 columns taken up with: "THE RELIGIOUS AWAKENING" "Moody and Sankey".
This is on Dwight L. Moody, a notable American evangelist, and Ira D. Sankey, an American gospel singer and composer, known for his long associat... See More
Mormons & polygamy: defying the Supreme Court ruling...
Item #699900
February 09, 1879
THE MISSOURI REPUBLICAN, St. Louis, Feb. 9, 1879 Page 7 has an article: "The Mormon Question" "Petition of the Anti-Polygamy Society to Congress" datelined at Salt Lake, Utah. It notes in part: "...is a matter of common notoriety that Mormons are contracting unlawful marriages the same as ever; that John W. Young has parried his fifth wife, James Welch his seco... See More
A notable book on the Revolutionary War is reviewed...
Item #699752
March 29, 1785
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 29, 1785 The front page has a review of a recently published book: "Observations on the Importance of the American Revolution, and the Means of Making it a Benefit to the World..." by Richard Price.
This was a notable work, with one website observing: "A British moral philosopher, economic thinker, and Presbyterian minister,
Richard Pr
... See More
John Brown & the Harper's Ferry insurrection...
Item #699715
October 31, 1859
NEW YORK HERALD, Oct. 31, 1859 The top of the front page has column heads: "The Harper's Ferry Outbreak" "The Trial of John Brown, Charged with Conspiracy, Treason and Murder" "Conclusion of the Evidence" "Summing Up For the Prosecution" "Interesting Interview Between Old Brown & the Virginia Soldiers" "Official Reports of the Fi... See More
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