See the pig of knowledge...

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 7, 1798  Various news of the day both from Europe and America. Page 3 is taken up with ads, one of which is for the: "Pig of Knowledge" offering an exhibition of his talents, which include: "He reads print or writing, spells, tells the time of day...distinguishes colors, how many persons there are present..." and more. Admission is 25 cent... See More  

See the displayable front page from the 18th century...

THE POST-BOY, London, Dec. 29, 1720 



* Nice masthead engravings



One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.

Single sheet, about 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, good, displayable condition.

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  

Maryland ratifies the Constitution... Paine's famous Crisis No. 1...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, May, 1788  This is the "second edition" as noted on the title page, printed on June 9, 1792. 

The highlight of the issue is the very notable printing of: "The American Crisis, No. 1. By Mr. Thomas Payne [sic], published in December, 1776" which begins with the immortal words: "These are the times that try men's souls..... 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  

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  

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  

Early astronomy... some Constitution talk... slavery...

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

There are 2 lengthy articles on astronomy including: "Observations on Light" & "Observations on the Existence of an Orb" which includes a small engraving; "Theory of Thunder Storms" "Speech of an Indian" concerning the ... See More  

Early astronomy... some Constitution talk... slavery...

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

There are 2 lengthy articles on astronomy including: "Observations on Light" & "Observations on the Existence of an Orb" which includes a small engraving; "Theory of Thunder Storms" "Speech of an Indian" concerning the ... See More  

Early astronomy... some Constitution talk... slavery...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, March, 1788  There are 2 lengthy articles on astronomy including: "Observations on Light" & "Observations on the Existence of an Orb" which includes a small engraving; "Theory of Thunder Storms" "Speech of an Indian" concerning the proposed Constitution of the United States; "Account of the Planet Herschel&quo... See More  

Massachusetts and Georgia ratify the Constitution...

THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, February, 1788  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 report: "Form of the Ratification of the Federal Constitution by the State of ... See More  

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