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Results of the presidential election...
Item #689429
November 23, 1844
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 23, 1844 The top of the first column of the front page has the results of the Presidential election, headed: "Presidential" with a count by state for Henry Clay and James K. Polk. Much more on the results of the election on inside pages.
Page 2 has a letter from President Tyler to H. M. Kamehameha III, king of Hawaii.
Also inside: &qu... See More
Latest results on the presidential election...
Item #689415
November 27, 1824
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 27, 1824 The front page features a chart headed: "Presidential Election - Returns so far as they are known" showing votes for Adams, Clay, Crawford, and Jackson, with Adams having a commanding lead. Much related text as well carrying over to pages 2, 3, 4 & 5 with additional charts.
Inside has a fine letter signed in type: Bolivar&nb... See More
President Monroe addresses the country...
Item #689414
December 08, 1821
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 8, 1821
* President James Monroe
* State of the Union Address
Perhaps the best item in this issue is the complete printing of President James Monroe's annual state-of-the-union address in which he recounts the events of the year 1821 and makes plans for the future.
This address takes nearly 5 pages, and is the continuation of an annual ... See More
President Andrew Jackson's state-of-the-union address...
Item #689408
December 11, 1830
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 11, 1830
* President Andrew Jackson
* State of the Union Address
The prime feature would be the complete printing of the very lengthy: "President's Message" being the annual state-of-the-union address of the President, a tradition which began with Washington and continues to this day. This very detailed & wordy address tak... See More
Georgia & the Cherokee Indians... Andrew Jackson...
Item #689407
January 08, 1831
NILES WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Jan. 8, 1831
* Native Americans - Indians
* President Andrew Jackson
Among the many articles inside is a brief one headed: "Indian Rights" which cites a letter by Thomas Jefferson from 1791 beginning: "The Indians have a right to the occupation of their lands...".
Following it is: "Georgia And the Cherokees". There is al... See More
Andew Jackson wanted for a 2nd term as President...
Item #689405
January 29, 1831
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Jan. 29, 1831 The front page has an item: "Gen. Jackson" which notes: "...it should be the will of the nation to call on the president to serve a second term....he will not decline the summons..." with a bit more. Inside pages have much reporting from Congress.
Complete in 16 pages, 6 by 9 1/2 inches, nice condition.
As not... See More
Blackfoot Indians... The slave trade...
Item #689401
August 23, 1823
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Aug. 23, 1823 Among the reports is a 4 1/2 page continued article: "Christian Indians". Also: "Indian War concerning the Blackfoot Indians in t he Fort Atkinson vicinity.
Also: "Emigration" "The Pirates" in the Caribbean; "Catskill Mountains" "The Slave Trade" and an article on the sale of: &q... See More
Early report on the death of Napoleon... Admission of Missouri to the Union... Major Andre's bones...
Item #689395
August 18, 1821
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Aug. 18, 1821
* Missouri admitted to the Union
* Major John Andre bones exhumed
Inside has: "Major Andre" concerning the removal of his bones to be shipped off to England.
Also in this issue: "Indian Trade", and an historic report headed: "Admission of Missouri" concerning it formally joining the Union, which happen... See More
Presidential candidates... The 1820 census...
Item #689391
January 26, 1822
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, January 26, 1822 Inside the issue is a report headed: "Next President" which gives some discussion to potential candidates for the office, which include John Quincy Adams, John C. Calhoun, Henry Clay, De Witt Clinton among others. Also noted is that it is: "...Pretty work for eight dollars a day!"
Also included is a full page chart ... See More
Interesting church and state item...
Item #689268
March 12, 1811
THE REPERTORY, Boston, March 12, 1811
* Church and State
* President James Madison
Page 2 has: "National Legislature" being a rather inconspicuous report mentioning not only a rare veto by the President, but also concerns a religious establishment issue. The report states: "The bill for incorporating a Baptist Society in the Mississippi Territory, and granting five acre... See More
German language newspaper from Harrisburg...
Item #689259
October 25, 1832
HARRISBURGER MORGENROTHE, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Oct. 25, 1832
* Rare publication
* German language newspaper
A quite scarce newspaper for the German speaking community in the Harrisburg area, printed entirely in the German language. Gregory's "Union List of American Newspapers" notes that only the Pennsylvania State Library has a reasonable run of this title, t... See More
Vladimir Putin becomes president of Russia...
Item #689242
May 08, 2012
LOS ANGELES TIMES, May 8, 2012
* Vladimir Putin inauguration
* Becomes president of Russia
Page 3 has a five column heading: "Putin takes the presidential oath" with 2 related photos. (see) One of the photos show a prisoner behind for protesting the inauguration of Putin. Sound familiar ?
Complete with all sections (48 pages), great condition.... See More
Hollywood communists ?....
Item #689230
October 23, 1947
THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 23, 1947
* Hollywood under scruntiy
* Congress inquiry
* Communists - Reds scare ?
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "FILM MEN ADMIT ACTIVITY BY REDS; HOLD IT IS FOILED" with subheads (see) A few related photos are on page 3.
Complete with 48 pages, rag edition in nice condition.
wikipedia notes: In October 194... See More
Abraham Lincoln's 1st speech upon being re-elected...
Item #689182
November 11, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Nov. 11, 1864
* Abraham Lincoln address
* "In Response to a Serenade"
* Jefferson Davis & arming of slaves ?
Page five has column heads: "UNION REJOICES" "Serenading the President and Cabinet - Speeches of Mr. Lincoln, Mr. Seward, and Others."
The article includes one of the most humble calls for unity given by Lincoln: "The P... See More
Kit Carson fights the Navajo Indians... Lincoln's famous rally-letter endorsed...
Item #689176
September 04, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 4, 1863
* Kit Carson
* Abraham Lincoln
Although much of the front page is taken up with reports from the Civil War, perhaps the most interesting item is the brief page 5 item headed: "Victory of Kit Carson Over the Indians", reading in part: "...had a fight with the Navajoe Indians beyond Fort Canby. The Indians were defeated with the loss of 13 ki... See More
Creating the American League of Major League Baseball...
Item #689173
November 04, 1881
THE SPRINGFIELD DAILY REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, Nov. 4, 1881 A report near the top of page 5 has a somewhat inconspicuous yet historically very significant report--the creation of the American League of Major League Baseball.
The report is headed: "The New Base Ball Association" which begins: "The new base-ball league at Cleveland organized yesterday as the American associat... See More
Andrew Johnson impeached...
Item #689139
March 14, 1868
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, March 14, 1868
* President Andrew Johnson
* Impeachment trial summons prints
The large front page illustration: "The House Committee Drafting Articles Of Impeachment, On Thursday, Feb. 27, Committee Room, House Of Representatives."
Inside prints include a full page: "Formal Notice Of The Impeachment Of Andrew Johnson, By The House Co... See More
Johnson served summons... Impeachment trial of President Johnson...
Item #689128
March 28, 1868
LESLIE'S WEEKLY, New York, March 28, 1868
* President Andrew Johnson
* Impeachment trial summons prints
Full front page: "Judge Nelson, Administering The Oath To Chief Justice Chase, As Presiding Officer By the Court Of Impeachment, In The Senate Chamber."
Within, a full page has two halfpg. prints: "Chief Justice Chase, As President Of The Court Of Impeachment, A... See More
The death of Irish leader Arthur Griffith...
Item #689063
August 13, 1922
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, August 13, 1922
* Arthur Griffith death (1st report)
* Sinn Fein & Dail Eireann leader
* Irish Free State - Ireland
The top of page 3 has a one column heading: "GRIFFITH DEATH SHOCKS DUBLIN" with subhead. (see) First report coverage on the death of President of Dail Eireann, Arthur Griffith.
Complete with 50+ pages, light toning and a little wear at t... See More
Rare print of Mary Todd Lincoln & her sons... The Colorado gold rush...
Item #689049
December 15, 1860
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Dec., 15, 1860
* President-elect Abraham Lincoln's wife and kids
The entire front page is taken up with a quite rare print, captioned: "Mrs. Abraham Lincoln, Wife of the President Elect, and Sons" which are captioned "William" and "Thomas". The top of page 2 has a brief article on them: "Mrs. Lincoln... See More
Perhaps the best graphic Lincoln newspaper to be had...
Item #689046
March 09, 1861
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, March 9, 1861
* Perhaps the best graphic Lincoln newspaper to be had...
The front page has text on: "Our Portrait of the President" which relates to the terrific double page centerfold captioned: "Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, President elect of the United States of America, With Scenes & Incidents in His Life."
The larg... See More
President Richard Nixon resigns...
Item #689010
August 09, 1974
DAILY NEWS, New York Aug. 9, 1974
* President Richard Nixon
A very dramatic front page with over half of it taken up with: "NIXON RESIGNS". The balance has: "Acts in 'Interest of Nation', Asks for End to Bitterness" and "Ford Will Take Oath at Noon, Kissinger Agrees to Stay On". Much coverage, with photos, on the inside pages.
Tabloid-size, compl... See More
Killing of Booth & the Lincoln funeral...
Item #688987
May 13, 1865
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, May 13, 1865
* Killing of John Wilkes Booth
* President Abraham Lincoln funeral
* Prints - illustrations - wood engravings
The front page shows: "Sergeant Boston Corbett, the Man who shot Booth" as well as a dramatic print of: "The Killing of Booth, the Assassin--The Dying Murderer drawn from the Barn where he had Taken Refuge.... See More
Great graphic issue on the Lincoln assassination...
Item #688985
May 06, 1865
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, May 6, 1865
* Graphic issue on Abraham Lincoln's murder & funeral
This issue remains one of the most dramatic of the newspapers reporting Lincoln's assassination, particularly for the terrific front page featuring a print of John Wilkes Booth leaping from the President's box at Ford's Theatre just after shooting Lincoln, showing the P... See More
Front page print shows Lincoln being assassinated...
Item #688982
April 29, 1865
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Apr. 29, 1865
* Famous Abraham Lincoln assassination issue
This issue remains one of the most desired for this historic, tragic event, as it is one of the only newspapers which included a front page graphic showing the actual assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Over half of the front page is taken up with a very dramatic print captioned: "A... See More
President Cleveland's state-of-the-union address...
Item #688872
December 03, 1894
BOSTON EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Dec. 3, 1894
* President Grover Cleveland
* State of the Union Address
Inside contains the: "Full Text of the President's Remarks to Congress" which takes much of two pages, and is signed in type: Grover Cleveland. This was his state-of-the-union address.
The front page has column heads concerning this address.
Ten pages, nice condition.... See More
On the death of President James Garfield...
Item #688869
September 20, 1881
THE DAILY EVENING TELEGRAM, Portland, Oregon, Sept. 20, 1881
* James A. Garfield assassination
* First report of his death
All columns on all 4 pages are black-bordered for the death of President James Garfield.
The front page has column heads: "THE NATION BEREAVED" "James A. Garfield Passes Away" "Through True Patriotism, Devotion to Duty, and High Moral Wor... See More
Early items on the War of 1812...
Item #688866
July 23, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, July 23, 1812 The front page has some reports concerning celebrations for the 4th of July. Inside includes: "Naval Intelligence" "General Orders" signed in type: H. Dearborn, Major-General U.S. Army. Then "An Act" of Congress concerning the organizing of a volunteer military corps, signed by the President: James Madison. Also: &quo... See More
President Richard Nixon resigns...
Item #688859
August 09, 1974
DAILY NEWS, New York Aug. 9, 1974
* President Richard Nixon
A very dramatic front page with over half of it taken up with: "NIXON RESIGNS". The balance has: "Acts in 'Interest of Nation', Asks for End to Bitterness" and "Ford Will Take Oath at Noon, Kissinger Agrees to Stay On". Much coverage, with photos, on the inside pages.
Tabloid-size, compl... See More
Nebraska joins the Union: the official Proclamation...
Item #688849
March 02, 1867
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 2, 1867
* Nebraska statehood achieved
* President Andrew Johnson
* From the nation's capital
The top of page 2 has a very historic: "Proclamation" signed in type by the President, Andrew Johnson, for admitting Nebraska into the Union as the 37th state. The Proclamation is dated March 1, 1867, agreeing with the histor... See More
Supreme Court case of Dartmouth v Woodward...
Item #688847
February 10, 1819
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, February 10 and 17, 1819
* Dartmouth College v Woodward
* United States Supreme Court
A two issue set on the historic Supreme Court case of Dartmouth College vs. Woodward.
This was a landmark decision in U.S. corporate law from the United States Supreme Court dealing with the application of the Contracts Clause of the Constitution ... See More
Sherman's Christmas present to President Lincoln and the nation...
Item #688778
December 26, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Dec. 26, 1864 An historic issue reporting the fall of Savannah to the Union forces, with one of the more notable quotes part of the headlines, with ftpg: "CAPTURE OF SAVANNAH" "Hardee's Army Make Their Escape" "150 Guns, 13 Locomotives, 190 Cars & 33,000 Bales of Cotton Taken" "and more.
The most historic part of the report is Sherman&#... See More
President Washington unites all patriotic hearts...
Item #688773
November 04, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 4, 1795 Page 2 has a report from Philadelphia noting: "The President has returned here from Mount Vernon. The reception he every where meets shews he unites in him all patriotic hearts...".
Four pages, scattered foxing, good condition.
From during Washington's administration...
Item #688768
August 24, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Aug. 24, 1796
* President George Washington era original
A very typical late 18th century American newspaper with a good mix of news reports of the day and advertisements. A fine opportunity for an early newspaper at a low price.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Ban Johnson death... American League founder...
Item #688756
March 29, 1931
SECTION 2 (sports) only of the Chicago Sunday Tribune, March 29, 1931
* First AL president Ban Johnson death
* American League of baseball founder
The front page of this section has a nice banner headline: "DEATH TAKES BAN JOHNSON, BASEBALL CHIEF" with subheads and related pictorial. (see) Nice for display.
Complete section 2 only with 12 pages, rag edition in great condition. A ... See More
Death of the President...
Item #688754
April 09, 1841
CITIZEN SOLDIER, Windsor, Vermont, April 9, 1841
* President William Henry Harrison death
This short-lived newspaper was: "Devoted to the Interests of the Militia, to Military Science & National Defense in General." as noted in the masthead.
Page 7 has a black-bordered report headed: "General Harrison Is No More" which begins: "A report reached us on Wedne... See More
Jefferson Davis' proclamation for a day of "Humiliation and Prayer, with Thanksgiving"...
Item #688735
February 02, 1865
CHRISTIAN OBSERVER, Richmond, Virginia, Feb. 2, 1865
* Jefferson David proclamation
* Confederate Day of Thanksgiving
Has mostly religious-related content on the front page save for a war item: "First Virginia Artillery" "Stray Leaves from a Soldier's Artillery". On the reverse under "General Intelligence" are various news reports from the war.
Also ... See More
Town was founded in the gold rush era...
Item #688710
September 22, 1881
GRASS VALLEY DAILY TIDINGS & FREE LANCE, California, Sept. 22, 1881
* Rare old West publication
* Many interesting advertisements
Grass Valley, which was originally known as Boston Ravine and later named Centerville, dates from the California Gold Rush.
Gold was discovered at Gold Hill in October, 1850 and population grew around the mine. When a post office was established in 185... See More
Herbert Hoover's 1928 acceptance speech...
Item #688697
August 12, 1928
CHICAGO SUNDAY TRIBUNE, Aug. 12, 1928
* Herbert Hoover acceptance speech
* Republican nomination for U.S. president
* Stanford University Stadium
The front page has a banner headline: "HOOVER EXPOUNDS DRY LAW" with subheads. (see) More on the following pages with a few related photos. Full text of Hoover's acceptance speech as the democrat nomination for president is on page... See More
Arnold Palmer wins his 2nd Masters...
Item #688662
April 11, 1960
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Mass., April 11 & 12, 1960
* Arnold Palmer "The King" wins
* His 2nd Masters golf tournament
The top of page 13 has a banner heading in the April 11 issue: "Palmer Takes Masters With 282 On Birdie Finish" with subheads and 2 related photos. (see) The front page of the April 12th issue has a three column photo with heading: "Pre... See More
Sloat takes command of California during the Mexican War.. Mormon War has ended?
Item #688639
September 26, 1846
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 26, 1846
* Commodore John D. Sloat
* Mexican-American War
* Claims California for U.S.
* Illinois Mormon War ending
* Nauvoo, Hancock County
Inside has a very historic article headed: "The Pacific Squadron - Commodore Sloat Takes Possession of California". The letter reports that Commodore Sloat has taken possession of Calif... See More
Death of George Washington...
Item #688630
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1800 * President George Washington's death
Near the back under the section headed: "Obituary, with Anecdotes, of Remarkable Persons" is the very historic report of the death of George Washington.
Beginning with the date of his death, the 14th, the obituary reads in part: ".... At his seat at Mount Vernon, in America, in... See More
On paying Callender $50 to publish his book attacking Washington, Adams & Hamilton...
Item #688619
October 09, 1802
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Oct. 9, 1802 Page 2 has two letters written by Thomas Jefferson to James Callender regarding their controversial relationship. One of the letters, the rather famous letter dated September 6, 1799 (found on many websites) mentions: "...directs his agent to call on ;ou with this and pay you 50 dollars on account of the book you are about to publ... See More
Jefferson on Washington, and Washington on Jefferson...
Item #688618
October 05, 1802
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Oct. 5, 1802
* Presidents George Washington & Thomas Jefferson
Pages 2 and 3 have an article: "General Washington and President Jefferson" which comments on their relationship, one bit noting: "...Here are General Washington's own words...his own words...to show what he thought of Mr. Jefferson & his party with him...that... See More
Idi Amin death... president of Uganda...
Item #688600
August 16, 2003
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Aug. 16, 2003
* Idi Amin death (1st report)
* Ugandan military officer
* President of Uganda
* Brutal despot - cannibal ?
The front page has a two column heading: "Former Ugandan Dictator Who Ruled by Terror Dies" with photo. First report coverage continues on page 5 with banner heading: "Former Ugandan Despot Idi Amin Dies" with another photo. (see)... See More
Harry Truman Doctrine in 1947....
Item #688594
March 13, 1947
THE TIMES-PICAYUNE, New Orleans, March 13, 1947.
* President Harry Truman Doctrine
* Soviet Imperialism - Cold War
* Greece and Turkey aid
The top of the front page has a five column headline: "TRUMAN ASKS U. S. TO HALT WORLD COMMUNIST MARCH" with subhead and photo. (see)
Complete with all 32 pages, wear along the spine, some wear along the central fol
Mary Todd Lincoln declared insane...
Item #688581
May 20, 1875
BETHLEHEM DAILY TIMES, Penn. May 20, 1875
* Mary Todd Lincoln INSANE
* President Abraham's wife
The front page has somewhat inconspicuous report that begins with: "Mrs. Lincoln, widow of President Lincoln, has been adjudged insane by the County Court at Chicago..." (see)
Complete in 4 pages, nice condition.
News from the Gold Rush... Colonel Jefferson Davis...
Item #688549
August 01, 1849
LEBANON ADVERTISER, Pennsylvania, Aug. 1, 1849
* Uncommon publication
* California Gold Rush
* 49ers - mining - miners
An uncommon title, and the volume 1, number 5 issue. Near the top of the ftpg. is: "From California" with a San Francisco dateline, & including: "The anchorage is crowded with vessels & more arriving daily...Provision & clothing are abundan... See More
Was Jeff. Davis starving Union prisoners?
Item #688525
August 23, 1865
NEW YORK HERALD, Aug. 23, 1865
* Confederate President Jefferson Davis
* Henry Wirz - Andersonville Prison - Georgia
Among the front page articles: "Jeff. Davis & the Starvation of Union Soldiers" which includes mention of the infamous Andersonville prison. Also: "Virginia" "Decapitating the Volunteer Officers...".
Inside includes: "The Wi... See More
Harrison wins the Presidential election...
Item #688512
February 03, 1841
KENDALL'S EXPOSITOR, Washington, D.C., Feb. 3, 1841
* William Henry Harrison
* Presidential election victory
The back page has a chart noting the: "Official - Popular Vote For President" for both Harrison and Van Buren, listed by state, showing a close election: 11,268,752 vs. 1,123,057.
This was an uncommon title which lasted but 4 years. The prospectus (not here) note... See More
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