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18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisement...
Item #680307
September 05, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Sept. 5, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (2) runaway slave advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 8 illustrated ship & two runaway slave ads.
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages in nice condition.... See More
18th century Philadelphia, Pennsylvania......
Item #680258
January 26, 1795
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 26, 1795
* Rare 18th century American publication
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements.
Four pages, tiny binding holes along the spine, very nice c... See More
1793 Boston, Massachusetts...
Item #680243
February 26, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 26, 1794
* 18th century American title
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.
Page 4 includes 3 illustrated ship ads.
Complete as a 4 page issue, small piece torn away along the bottom margin of pages 3-4, generally very nice.
American newspaper from just before the creation of the Constitution...
Item #680196
March 01, 1786
THE NEW HAVEN GAZETTE & THE CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE, 1786 (year in Roman numerals)
* 18th century American publication
A notable newspaper from the brief period between the end of the Revolutionary War and the creation of the American Constitution when the founding fathers were crafting a framework for a new federal government.
News of the day and various advertisements.
Eight p... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #680195
October 05, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Oct. 5, 1795
* Nice masthead engraving
* 18th century America
* Illustrated advertisements
* Runaway slaves ad
If you are looking for a handsome American newspaper of the 1700's which is displayable & priced reasonably, this is one of the best. This title features one of the more decorative mastheads of the era. The ... See More
An early set of 4 issues (1600's through early 1800's)...
Item #680107
(4) A set of four early newspapers (1600's - early 1800's)...A set of four early newspapers, one each from the 1600's, early 1700's, late 1700's, and early 1800's - sent each month for as long as you would like. The issues are guaranteed to be worth $100 or more, but could be valued at as much as $150/set. The 1600's and early 1700's issues will be British, and ... See More
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #680006
May 29, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, May 29, 1797
* Rare 18th century American title
This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controversial publisher who often wrote under the pen-name of "Peter Porcupine." He was famous for sniping at his political opponents, usually those of a Jeffersonian-... See More
States ratify the Constitution, including the key 9th putting it into effect...
Item #679614
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, June, 1788 * United States Constitution ratification
* New Hampshire becomes 9th state to ratify
The issue begins with: "A Description of Newbold's Plantation on Indian River" (lacking the plate). Other items include: "The Folly and Absurdity of Atheism" "Enquiry Whether the Discovery of America has been Useful or Hurt... See More
Earliest ice cream advertisement we have seen...
Item #677975
January 10, 1795
AURORA GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 10, 1795
* President George Washington era
* Very early ice cream advertisement
In addition to various news reports found inside, the front page has the earliest "Ice Cream" advertisement we have seen in any newspaper.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, small binding holes at the blank spine, great condition.... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #677609
August 04, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Aug. 4, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (3) Slaves advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 13 illustrated ship ads and 3 slave related ads. (see)
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages in good condition.... See More
Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...
Item #677502
December 07, 1774
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, December 7, 1774
* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption.
The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead
... See More
* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption.
The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead
18th century runaway slave ad...
Item #677250
February 26, 1798
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 26, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (1) Slavery advertisement
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements including one on the back page for the... See More
1793 Boston, Massachusetts...
Item #676734
November 13, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 13, 1794
* 18th century American title
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.
Page 4 includes 4 illustrated ship ads.
Complete as a 4 page issue in nice condition.
Benedict Arnold on the Battle of Quebec... Ethan Allen in irons...
Item #676625
February 22, 1776
NEW-ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR ESSEX GAZETTE, (Cambridge), Feb. 22, 1776
* Battle of Quebec - Canada
* General Benedict Arnold report
* Ethan Allen in captivity
* American Revolutionary War
The top of the first column begins with a report from Cork that: "...there has been commotions amongst the soldiers who are to embark for America; that a great numbers of them have deserted & ... See More
1793 Boston, Massachusetts...
Item #676173
June 26, 1793
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.
Josiah Flagg, Jr... King Louis... Death of General Burgoyne...
Item #675309
September 22, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 22, 1792 Front page has: "Proclamation, By The King Of The Frenchmen, Upon The Dangers Of The Country", signed in type: Louis. Page 2 has a Proclamation signed in type: Louis. Listed among the deaths on pg. 3 is: "In London, Lieut.-Gen. Burgoyne". Page three has a nice ad by Josiah Flagg, junior, Surgeon Dentist. The ad includes man... See More
Appointments to Old Ironsides and other frigates...
Item #675252
March 21, 1798
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Mar. 21, 1798 The front page has a lengthy Act from Mass for "...prescribing the mode of taking Depositions and administering Oaths and Affirmations." signed by the governor Increase Sumner.
More notable is a page 2 list of: "Naval Appointments" for the first three frigates of the U.S. Navy: United States, Constitution, and Constellation.
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More notable is a page 2 list of: "Naval Appointments" for the first three frigates of the U.S. Navy: United States, Constitution, and Constellation.
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #675250
June 12, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 12, 1797 This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controversial publisher who often wrote under the pen-name of "Peter Porcupine." He was famous for sniping at his political opponents, usually those of a Jeffersonian-Republican sentiment. The first issue ap... See More
Decorative front page with 34 illustrated ship ads...
Item #675223
November 07, 1794
DUNLAP & CLAYPOOLE'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 7, 1794 The front page is decorated by 34 illustrated ship ads, with details.
Inside pages have various news reports of the day and more ads.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
From when the capital of the United States was here...
Item #675222
January 24, 1794
GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 24, 1794 A fine example of a newspaper from the city which was the capital of the United States at the time, while the District of Columbia was under construction.
The ftpg. is filled with ads including a $100 Reward" ad for a runaway, while news reports are on the inside pages. More ads on the back page.
Four pages with never-trimmed margins (de... See More
One of the earliest ice cream advertisements we have seen...
Item #675042
February 04, 1795
AURORA GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 4, 1795 In addition to various news reports found inside, the front page has one of the earliest "Ice Cream" advertisements we have seen in any newspaper.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, small binding holes at the blank spine, great condition.
Recruitment ad for joining the U.S. military...
Item #675024
June 05, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, June 5, 1799 Page 2 has a letter from Lord Nelson to his wife. Page 3 also has a very nice recruitment ad for the military headed: "ATTENTION ! " "To all who properly estimate the Independence of America, love its Constitution, and are willing to defend its Government & Laws, in the station of Soldiers, an opportunity no... See More
The Napoleonic War... Recruitment ad for joining the military...
Item #675019
June 26, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, June 26, 1799 The front page has an interesting: "Valuable Nautical Invention" noting: "A new Sea Log has lately been invented by Messrs. Chester & Calvin Gould for which they have received Letters Patent..." with details. Inside has much on the Napoleonic Wars, including: "From Buonaparte in Egypt" and a:... See More
The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #674800
March 31, 1744
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, March 31, 1744 This was the first successful magazine in America although formatted unlike typical magazines. It was exclusively a chronicle of the Great Awakening in America, exclusively of secular news reports. It was preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short ... See More
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #674732
June 09, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 9, 1797 This was William Cobbett's important and controversial--but short-lived--daily newspaper.
Cobbett was a prolific & controversial publisher who often wrote under the pen-name of "Peter Porcupine." He was famous for sniping at his political opponents, usually those of a Jeffersonian-Republican sentiment. The first issue app... See More
Philadelphia printing of the Constitution of the United States...
Item #674496
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, September, 1787 This title, along with the "American Museum", has the honor of being the first magazine to print the Constitution of the United States. Both publications were from Philadelphia, the city where the Constitution was created.Comments from the Library Company of Philadelphia note that it can not be definitively determined which of... See More
A lot of seven 1795 New York newspapers...
Item #674289
February 03, 1795
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, 1795 A lot of seven complete issues, all never bound nor trimmed, some damp staining to most of them but otherwise rather good condition.
From the earliest months of its existence... Negro for sale...
Item #674043
March 23, 1797
PORCUPINES GAZETTE & UNITED STATES DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 23, 1797
* Rare 18th century American title
All previous issues we have offered of this uncommon title were from 1798-9 with the porcupine in the masthead, but this issue is from the earliest months of its existence with a much different masthead.
Various news reports of the day, heavy with advertisements inc... See More
Authorizing voting for the first President...
Item #674038
September 25, 1788
THE NEWPORT HERALD, Rhode Island, Sept. 25, 1788
* re. 1st President of the United States election
Page 2 has a notable report, being the document from Congress of Sept. 13, 1788 declaring that electors should be appointed in the ratifying states on the first Wednesday in January, 1789; that the electors vote for President on the first Wednesday in February, 1789; and that "...the... See More
Ben Franklin urges moderation by England...
Item #673642
December 05, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Dec. 5, 1768
* Benjamin Franklin
* Urges England to ease up
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
The publisher of this newspaper had Loyalist leanings, causing its demise before the formal outbreak of the Revolutionary War.
An inside part report includes a letter from Boston mentioning: "And now give me leave to ask what our mother country intends to do with us with... See More
Vermont to consider the new Constitution... Virginia criticizes the historic Funding Act...
Item #673629
November 17, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Nov. 17, 1790 Among the news in a page 3 report that: "The State of Vermont has passed an Act for calling a Convention, to deliberate upon, and agree to the Constitution of the United States. The members are to be chosen the first Tuesday of December; and the Convention is to meet...January next, at Bennington."
Also of note is a rep
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Also of note is a rep
On Washington retiring from public life...
Item #673575
September 26, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Sept. 26, 1796 Page 3 has a nice report: "The Resignation of The President of the United States" which notes in part: "...is at length announced to us in form [was published in a Phila. newspaper on Sept. 17]...there is nothing we can say that will fully express the estimation in which his illustrious & important services a... See More
Washington's third state-of-the-union address...
Item #673541
November 03, 1791
THE PROVIDENCE GAZETTE & COUNTRY JOURNAL, Rhode Island, Nov. 5, 1791
* President George Washington
* State of the Union Address
Over half of page 2 & a part of page 3 are taken up with what was the third annual state-of-the-union address of the President, signed by him in type: G. Washington. This very historic message begins: "I meet you upon the present occasion with th... See More
Five states work on ratifying the Constitution...
Item #673470
May 01, 1788
THE NEWPORT HERALD, Rhode Island, May 1, 1788 Certainly one of the less common titles of this era.
Pages 2 and 3 have some interesting reports concerning the work in the various states towards ratifying the new Constitution, including from the states of Virginia, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Maryland, and South Carolina.
The back page has an ad for: "Isaac Greenwood, Dentist", ... See More
Very early printing of Washington's state-of-the-union address...
Item #673469
November 07, 1792
NATIONAL GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Nov. 7, 1792
* President George Washington
* State of the Union Address
Taking three-quarters of page 3 is President Washington's annual state-of-the-union address, concluding with his signature in type: Go. Washington, Nov. the 6th, 1790.
This was a tradition which he initiated in 1790 and which carries on to this day. There is a prefacing paragraph whi... See More
Washington, Adams, & Jefferson on the front page...
Item #673467
November 22, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 22, 1794
* George Washington
* John Adams
* Thomas Jefferson
The front page has an entire column taken up with an Act of Congress: "An Act to Regulate the Claims to Invalid Pensions" signed at its conclusion by: Go. Washington, as well as John Adams and Th. Jefferson.
Page 3 has a: "State Paper" signed in type by the President: Go. Wash... See More
Two front page George Washington script signatures...
Item #673466
June 23, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 23, 1792 Most of the first column on the front page is taken up with an Act of Congress and a “Resolve”, each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington, making this a nice issue for display. Over 2 front page columns are on: “Reflections On the State of the Union”.
Page 2 has a report from London on the: “Arrest of ... See More
From when the capital of the United States was here...
Item #673378
January 22, 1794
GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 22, 1794
* Rare 18th century American title
* Runaway servant advertisement
A fine example of a newspaper from the city which was the capital of the United States at the time, while the District of Columbia was under construction.
The ftpg. is filled with ads including a $100 Reward" ad for a runaway, while news reports are on the inside pa... See More
A great, late 1700's American newspaper...
Item #673377
February 26, 1793
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 26, 1793
* Runaway slaves - Negroes ad
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.
Included with this issue is the single sheet "Supplement" issue as well.
Complete in 6 pages with a nice mix of news of the day and advertisements. Wide, ... See More
Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...
Item #673309
April 05, 1775
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, April 5, 1775
* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead of th
... See More
* Benjamin Franklin's "Unite Or Die" cartoon
If there was one graphic which represented the spirit of the Revolutionary War it would have to be the ubiquitous segmented snake with the famous "Unite Or Die" caption. The engraving, a prominent device in the masthead of th
From the earliest months of its existence... Negro for sale...
Item #673225
March 21, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE & UNITED STATES DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 21, 1797 All previous issues we have offered of this uncommon title were from 1798-9 with the porcupine in the masthead, but this issue is from the earliest months of its existence with a much different masthead.
Various news reports of the day, heavy with advertisements including one headed: "The Time Of... See More
Georgians are 'the most lawless & licentious people in America'...
Item #672918
November 30, 1785
PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 30, 1785 Page 2 has an item: "The request of the United States to their great and good alley [France] to furnish them with $400,000 in order to bribe the Algerines to a peace meets, it is said, with a very cool reception at Paris...how far that measure may be consistent with the safety & independence of the United States... See More
Maryland ratifies the federal Constitution...
Item #672908
May 29, 1788
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR THE WORCESTER GAZETTE, May 29, 1788
* United States Constitution
* Maryland Ratification
Of the 8 inside page columns nearly half of them are taken up with the announcement & celebration of the federal Constitution by Maryland. A report datelined from Annapolis has near the beginning: "....the day appointed by the honourable convention of th... See More
By the famed Isaiah Thomas in 1795...
Item #672861
July 08, 1795
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Worcester, Massachusetts, July 8, 1795
* 18th century American publication
Published by Isaiah Thomas, perhaps the most famous printer of the 18th century, and whose collection became the foundation of the American Antiquarian Society. Handsome masthead makes this a displayable newspaper.
Four pages, minor spine wear, generally very... See More
A handsome, 18th century displayable newspaper...
Item #672837
March 27, 1794
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, March 27, 1794
* Nice 18th century American publication
A handsome issue for display given the decorative masthead and the wide, untrimmed margins. Various news reports of the day with a number of illustrated advertisements on the back page.
Four pages, a little light damp staining, generally very nice.... See More
Letter to Washington, responded to by Thomas Jefferson...
Item #672736
August 28, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 28, 1793 Page 3 has a letter from the French minister "To General Washington, President of the United States" but it is responded to by the Secretary of State, Thomas Jefferson, as it is a state matter and not meant for the President's attention. It relates to the Citizen Genet Affair & the troubling situation with the on-going French Revolu... See More
By the famed Isaiah Thomas in 1795...
Item #672614
August 31, 1796
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Worcester, Massachusetts, Aug. 31, 1796
* 18th century American publication
Published by Isaiah Thomas, perhaps the most famous printer of the 18th century, and whose collection became the foundation of the American Antiquarian Society. Handsome masthead makes this a displayable newspaper.
Four pages, a little light foxing, generall... See More
Nice George Washington issue...
Item #672332
May 09, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 9, 1795
* President George Washington
* Acts of Congress
The front page features not one but three Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the president: George Washington. One of the Acts is for trading with the Indians. The ftpg. also has a detailed ad: "30 Dollars Reward" for deserters from the military.
Four pages, various scatter... See More
One of the less common titles from the 1790's...
Item #672250
March 23, 1795
FEDERAL ORRERY, Boston, March 23, 1795
* Uncommon publication
Certainly one of the less common titles from the 18th century. Among the articles are: "Electioneering--To the Electors of Norfolk" "Death of the Prince Primate of Poland" "On Punishment" "Hope for Old Bachelors!" and much more.
Four pages, a bit of damp staining, good condition.... See More
Criticizing Burgoyne for his failure in America...
Item #672229
October 02, 1779
THE PROVIDENCE GAZETTE & COUNTRY JOURNAL, Rhode Island, Oct. 2, 1779
* American Revolutionary War
* Gen. John Burgoyne failures
Almost the entire front page is taken up with a letter: "To Lieutenant-General Burgoyne" taken from a London newspaper and reprinted here.
Not surprisingly the theme is critical of Burgoyne, who is best remembered as the commanding general at S... See More
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