"Shuffle Along" - black love story on Broadway - premiere & review...
Item #673905
May 23, 1921
THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 23, 1921
* 1st all black-American love story on Broadway
* highly successful amidst significant contemporary doubts
Page 16 has: "'SHUFFLE ALONG' PREMIERE' - Negro Production Opens at Sixty-Third Street Music Hall", which provides a review of this historic play. A small ad is found on the same page (not shown in our photos).
Complet... See More
William Wilberforce on the slave trade... Marshall's "Life of Washington" reviewed...
Item #673888
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, For The Country, Philadelphia, May 18, 1807* William Wilberforce speaks before the British Parliament re: the slave trade
* Review of Supreme Court Justice John Marshall's "Life of Washington"
The back page has a discussion of the Slave Trade in the House of Commons - a portion which includes an impassioned response by William Wilberforce.
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Like an early Wall Street Journal... Street Railway Edition...
Item #673709
October 19, 1907
THE COMMERCIAL & FINANCIAL CHRONICLE, New York, Oct. 19, 1907 (STREET RAILWAY SECTION) A 112 page publication filled with railway maps, ads, schedules and notices, providing a great snapshot of the transportation infrastructure of the northeast corridor of the United States. Transportation maps include those from Maryland, Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Boston, Philadelphia, New York,... See More
Like an early Wall Street Journal... Railway and Industrial Edition...
Item #673708
October 26, 1907
THE COMMERCIAL & FINANCIAL CHRONICLE, New York, Oct. 26, 1907 (RAILWAY AND INDUSTRIAL SECTION) A 184 page publication filled with railway maps, ads, schedules and notices, providing a great snapshot of the railway infrastructure of the United States. Transportation/railway maps include those from as far northwest as Alaska, southeast as Florida, and nearly every region in between. Maps o... See More
19th Amendment fails by a single vote...
Item #673641
October 02, 1918
THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, October 2, 1918
* 19th Amendment fails by one vote in Senate (see note)
The front page has one column heading: "SENATE DEFEATS EQUAL SUFFRAGE - resolution Fails of Concurrence by one Vote in the Upper House of United States Congress - May Be Revived Later".
Page 5 continues with column 3: "THE SUFFRAGE VOTE - Detail of Senate Ballot Which ... See More
Enforcing the historic Fifteenth Amendment...
Item #673634
May 22, 1870
(2) NEW YORK TIMES, May 22 and June 1, 1870 (a 2-issue set) The front page of the May 22nd issue has the heading: "The Fifteenth Amendment", with the subheading: "Laws to Enforce It--The Bill Passed by the Senate in Full--Important Provisions..." with more. This is actually the 1870 Enforcement Act, created to enforce the proper enforcement of the historic 15th Amendment ... See More
William Cowper poem - the abolition of the Slave Trade...
Item #673633
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, For The Country, Philadelphia, May 25, 1807 Page 3, under the heading: "THE ABOLITION OF THE SLAVE TRADE", has the timely reprinting of the William Cowper poem, "The Morning Dream" (shown in this issue simply as "A Dream"). Also present is a letter Alexander Petion, the 1st President of Hayti, to the "men of color" ... See More
Joe Louis beats German Max Schmeling..
Item #673590
June 23, 1938
THE GREENSBOROUGH PATRIOT, (Greensboro), North Carolina, June. 23, 1938
* Joe Louis (Brown Bomber)
* Max Schmeling (German fighter)
* Famous rematch - boxing
Page 5 of this issue has a one column heading: "LOUIS SMASHES DOWN SCHMELING FOR WORLD TITLE - Brown Bomber Beats German To Floor In Little Over Two Minutes". First report coverage on the heavyweight boxing championship betw... See More
Benjamin Rush listed as University of Pennsylvania Trustee...
Item #673586
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, For The Country, Philadelphia, April 30,1807 Page 4 of this issue has: "UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA", followed by a listing of all the universities Trustees including, "Benjamin Rush M.D. Professor of theory and practice of Phisick, and of Clinical Medicine". Complete in 4 pages, some rubbing and dampstaining, in average condition.
N... See More
Death of beloved blind hymnist Fanny Crosby...
Item #673543
February 13, 1915
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 13, 1915
* Death of hymnist Fanny Crosby
* "Blessed Assurance", "Pass Me Not, O Gentle Saviour", "To God Be The Glory", etc.
Page 9 has: "FANNY CROSBY, BLIND HYMN WRITER DIES", with subheadings: "Author of More Than 8,000 Gospel Songs Passes Away in Her 95th Year", "Showed Talent at Eight", and "... See More
1944 - Allied troops free Paris in WWII (13 issues)...
Item #673422
August 25, 1944
(13) DAILY NEWS, New York, August 25, 1944 (and the surrounding dates of August 17 - 29, 1944) This thirteen issue set walks the timeline leading up to and shortly after the liberation of Paris during WW2. Each issue has great headlines such as: "YANKS 35 MI FROM PARIS NAZIS REPORT", "YANKS 22 MI. AWAY, EXPECT PARIS' FALL","YANKS FLANK PARIS AS CITIZENS RIS... See More
Wagon Box Fight... Red Cloud's War...
Item #673351
August 15, 1867
THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 15, 1867
* Wagon Box Fight... Red Cloud's War
* Fort Phil Kearny, Wyoming
The front page has a small one column heading: "Encounter with the Savages near Fort Kearny--The Indians Routed" 1st report coverage on the Wagon Box Fight during Red Cloud's War.
Other news of the day. Complete in 8 pages, some printing flaws including one in the me... See More
Col. Johnson Trying to Capture Rebel Officer...
Item #673282
June 28, 1862
SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, June 28, 1862
The front page features a print of: "COL. JOHNSON ENDEAVORING TO CAPTURE A REBEL OFFICER, BUT GETS A WIG" and on the back page is a print: "LIFE AT THE SEA-SHORE" with accompanying text.
Four pages, large size, several folds. Rubbing on mid-fold. Some loss on the fold. See the accompanying pictures for more condit... See More
Sketches - Fair Oaks Battle Field...
Item #673280
July 05, 1862
SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, July 5, 1862
* The Fair Oaks Battlefield - sketches
The front page features a set of three prints captioned: "SKETCHES AROUND THE FAIR OAKS BATTLE FIELD", which includes: "SLEEPING ON THE BATTLE FIELD", "SENDING REBEL PRISONERS NORTH FROM FAIR OAK" and "MARCHING THROUGH SWAMP", with descriptive text.
Complete in fo... See More
Beginning of Pope Pius XII's Papacy..
Item #673196
March 12, 1939
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, Mar. 12, 1939
* Pope Pius XII in Colorgravure Section
This issue contains front page and Colorgravure coverage of beginning of Pope Pius XII's Papacy. See the photos in the listing more more information.
Also included is the Comics Section which includes: MUTT & JEFF, DICK TRACEY AND CHARLIE CHAN COLOR CARTOONS.
The issue in good condition, has even t... See More
Mariano Rivera breaks save record....
Item #673195
September 20, 2011
NEW YORK POST September 20, 2011
* "Mo"... "Sandman"... Mariano Rivera sets record
* most MLB saves
* note: as of this listing's creation, he still holds the record
The front page has large picture of Mariano Rivera leading to the sports section with the heading "Mo Town! - Marino "
The Sports section has 4 full pages of coverage including: "A MO-M... See More
A different title from Tombstone, Arizona...
Item #673127
August 23, 1889
TOMBSTONE PROSPECTOR, Arizona, Aug. 23, 1889 We have had a few other newspapers from the iconic Old West town of Tombstone, but this is just the 2nd time we have seen this title. The masthead features a great engraving of a miner on a mule.
Various mining-related items as well as regional & national news reports. The back page features a rather large "Arizona Mail & Stage Co.&q... See More
Only known issues are held by us...
Item #673125
July 10, 1882
SALIDA DAILY SENTINEL, Colorado, July 10, 1882 An exceedingly rare title as Gregory (Union List of American Newspapers) notes that only one institution had any issues of this title & they were recently purchased by us. No other issues are recorded in any institution. Actually a very typical newspaper of the period with news items of the day--much of it local--with a great wealth of local... See More
Horace Greeley at Salt Lake City...
Item #672989
August 16, 1859
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, Aug. 16, 1859 Starting in the summer of 1859, Horace Greeley, the famed publisher if the New York Tribune, set out on an exploratory/investigative journey from New York to San Francisco via the Transcontinental Railroad, and had many of his observations printed within his paper while in route. Page six of this issue has: "AN OVERLAND JOURNEY - XIX. - From Bridger... See More
Nat Goodwin's death report - famed actor and comedian...
Item #672987
January 31, 1919
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, Jan. 31, 1919 The front page has a report headed: "NAT GOODWIN THE FAMOUS COMEDIAN DEAD - Given Chloroform Linament Accidentally by an Attendant and Failed to Stand the Shock". This tells of the tragic death of famed actor and comedian, Nathaniel Goodwin. See images for details.
Other news, sports, and advertisements of the day... See More
"A Street Car Named Desire" (pre-debut ad)... Sugar Ray Robinson, Yogi Berra, Joe Louis and others...
Item #672943
September 17, 1951
THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 17, 1951
* Pre-release date ad for "A Street Car Named Desire"
* Sugar Ray Robinson, Yogi Berra, Joe DiMaggio, Allie Reynolds and Joe Louis
Pg. 17 has: Pre-release date ad for "A Street Car Named Desire" and other great movie ads including "Jim Thorpe". Pg. 25 has: A picture with Sugar Ray Robinson, Yo... See More
Fighter Sonny Liston found dead...
Item #672914
January 06, 1971
THE RUSSELL DAILY NEWS, Kansas, January 6, 1971
*Fighter Sonny Liston found dead
Page 5 column 4 has an article on the life and death of Sonny Liston (see images).
Complete with 6 pages, small library stamp within masthead, a few small binding holes along the spine, generally nice.
Joe Paterno death... State College PA newspaper...
Item #672702
January 23, 2012
CENTRE DAILY TIMES, State College, PA, January 23, 2012
* Death of Joe Paterno (1st report)
* Penn State Nittany Lions
* From State College, PA
Note: This is a 1st edition printing - not one of the common reprint editions.
This publication serves Central Pennsylvania including State College where Penn State University is located. The front page has a full page color photo of Joe P... See More
One of the more handsome of mastheads from the colonial era...
Item #672683
August 22, 1771
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, August 22, 1771 This newspaper features one of the larger & more decorative masthead engravings to be found in a colonial America newspaper.
Half of the front page 1 taken up with a report from the Virginia Gazette: "To Messrs. Henley and G. Watkin, Two of the Protesters Against Bishops".
Page 2 is taken up w... See More
P. T. Barnum circus advertisement from 1873...
Item #672632
October 03, 1873
PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Oct. 3, 1873
* P.T. Phineas Barnum ad
The photo shows the nice back page ad for " P. T. Barnum's Great Traveling Museum Menagerie" which includes a portrait of Mr. Barnum and various details about the attractions and performances. The ad takes two-thirds of the column.
Eight pages, minor ftpg. staining, overall good condition.... See More
Edison Electric - Converting from gas to electric illumination: the work begins...
Item #672627
September 05, 1882
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Sept. 5, 1882 The back page has a rather notable report on the beginning of the conversion of illumination by gas to illumination by electricity, headed: "Electricity Instead Of Gas".
The report begins: "Many persons...that pour down Fulton St....had their attention attracted yesterday to the lights in several of the stores on both sides of the street. In th... See More
An incredible display issue on the end of World War II...
Item #672620
August 14, 1945
THE WILMINGTON NEWS--EXTRA, North Carolina, August 14, 1945 When it comes to huge, screaming headlines on the end of World War II they can't possibly get much better than this.
Taking about three-quarters of the front page, in letters 8 1/4 and 4 7/8 inches high, is: "JAPS QUIT ! " with subhead: "Truman Confirms War's End".
Given the pagination of the 4 pages be... See More
Greek-American newspaper...
Item #672606
January 01, 1948
(5) Lot of five GREEK-AMERICAN newspapers from Los Angeles, California, all dating from 1948 to 1953. Calls itself "The National Herald, Progressive Greek Daily Newspaper". (see)
* Greek newspaper published in Los Angeles : Greece
These newspapers were obviously published for the Greek-American community on the West Coast. Printed in the Greek language.
Each is complete, ... See More
Indian troubles in the "West"...
Item #672604
May 28, 1791
THE NEWPORT HERALD, Rhode Island, May 28, 1791
* Northwest Indian War
* John Armstrong
This is a title we very rarely have the opportunity to offer. Page 3 has a report from Danville, Kentucky, noting: "...Capt. Armstrong & about 30 men were going up the river Ohio & were attacked by a body of Indians...about 20 of Armstrong's men were killed...the Indians have done m... See More
Barbarous cruelty suffered by innocent Pennsylvanians...
Item #671968
February 25, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, February 25, 1778 This was a strongly Tory (supportive of the British cause) newspaper which began in 1775 and closed shop in May of 1778 when the British evacuated Philadelphia.
The front page includes two "Proclamations" by Sir William Howe, the second of which includes: "Whereas complaints have been made...... See More
Investigating the Lizzie Borden case...
Item #671442
August 08, 1892
BOSTON EVENING TRANSCRIPT, Aug. 8, 1892 The front page has an article concerning the infamous Lizzie Borden murder case. Column heads: "BORDEN MURDER MYSTERY" "More of the Vital Parts Sent to Boston for Analysis".
Parts of the report include: "The police are very active in the Borden murder cases...looked in vain for any instrument that would lead to a detection of ... See More
Allied propaganda newspaper dropped from planes...
Item #671408
May 21, 1944
NACHRICHTEN FUR DIE TRUPPE, Europe, May 21, 1944 A most fascinating single sheet newspaper printed front & back, which translates to "News For The Troops", published by the Psychological Warfare Division of the Allied forces and dropped by Allied aircraft over Germany from just weeks before the D-Day invasion.
This newspaper/leaflet was created to counter Goebbels' propaga... See More
A "cute" little Colorado Springs newspaper...
Item #671406
February 20, 1892
THE EDGEWOOD SUN, Colorado Springs, Colorado, February 20, 1892 I wouldn't use the term "cute" to describe many newspapers but I think it fits here. Four pages & measuring just 5 1/2 by 7 1/2 inches, it has advertisements, promotional & news tidbits, and various witticisms. A volume one issue of a little paper that lasted for just 2 1/2 years. Toned but in good con... See More
Military newspaper from a tiny atoll in the Pacific...
Item #671398
February 13, 1944
APAMAMA NUT I BEBA, Feb. 13, 1944 This island is a postage stamp size chunk of coral and trees in the Pacific Ocean, one of the Gilbert Islands, not far from the Equator. In the masthead is: "Apamama's On The Map - With One Objective - Blast The Jap!"
This is a crudely produced "camp" newspaper for and by the military installation on this tiny island, 2 leaves staple... See More
A periodical for spiritualists...
Item #671397
October 29, 1886
THE MEDIUM AND DAYBREAK, London, Oct. 29, 1886 A fascinating & unusual newspaper subtitled: "A Weekly Journal Devoted to the History, Phenomena, Philosophy & Teachings of Spiritualism" as noted in the masthead.
The great illustration in the masthead themes on this topic--very displayable as such. Among the articles are: "A Confession & A Revocation" "Spi... See More
Re-organized Mormons in Lamoni, Iowa...
Item #671396
February 02, 1889
THE SAINTS' HERALD, Lamoni, Iowa, Feb. 2, 1889 A quite rare Mormon publication which calls itself the: "Official Weekly Publication of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints". Among the articles are: "Methodist Criticisms" "Latter Day Saints" "W. W. Blair's Explanation" "Dancing" & much more.
Sixteen pa... See More
Working to abolish alcoholic beverages...
Item #671393
YOUNG WOMEN, Chicago, January, 1896 An interesting magazine published by the Young Women's Christian Temperance Union whose focus was the outlaw of alcoholic beverages. They also worked to promote women's right to vote.Decorative title page, 12 pages, 9 1/2 by 13 inches, minor binding slits at the blank spine, nice condition.
For stamp collectors... Philately...
Item #671392
THE SOUTHERN PHILATELIST, Charleston, South Carolina, November, 1890 A monthly magazine themed on stamp collecting. Has 24 pages plus the outer wrappers, 5 3/4 by 9 inches, still in nice condition.
General Butler is removed from command...
Item #671390
January 11, 1865
NEW YORK HERALD, Jan. 11, 1865 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE SOUTH" "Rebel Particulars of Stoneman's Raid" "Mosby Still Alive" "Army of the James" "General Butler's Removal" "General Lee & Not Jeff. Davis Responsible for the Rebel Failures". More war reporting inside.
Eight pages, nice con... See More
Spirit of the rebel army...
Item #671389
February 07, 1865
NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 7, 1865 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE SOUTH" "Spirit of the Rebel Army" "The Faint Heartedness of the Rebel Congress Rebuked" "The Decapitation of Bragg Demanded" "SHERMAN" "Latest Rebel Reports of the Campaign in South Carolina" "Movement on Branchville" "Heavy Ski... See More
Peace conference...
Item #671388
February 06, 1865
NEW YORK HERALD, New York, Feb. 6, 1865 The front page carries "The Peace Conference" "the Negotiations Not an Entire Failure" Opening of the Door to Reconciliation" "Submission to the Union and the Constitution the President's Terms to the Rebels" "Rumors Regarding a New Amnesty Proclamation, Etc, Etc, Etc".
Other articles include &quo... See More
Sherman is approaching Atlanta...
Item #671386
July 22, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 22, 1864 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE GREAT CONTEST" "Late From Gen. Sherman" "His Approach to Atlanta" "Desperate Rebel Attacks" "They Are Repulsed with Severe Loss" and many smaller heads. More war reporting inside.
Eight pages, nice condition.
Sherman is approaching Atlanta...
Item #671385
July 22, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 22, 1864 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "THE GREAT CONTEST" "Late From Gen. Sherman" "His Approach to Atlanta" "Desperate Rebel Attacks" "They Are Repulsed with Severe Loss" and many smaller heads. More war reporting inside.
Eight pages, nice condition.
Early issue from this Southern town rich in history...
Item #671384
August 29, 1829
THE CAMDEN JOURNAL, South Carolina, Aug. 29, 1829 A very early issue from this town rich in history, being the oldest inland town in South Carolina, the site of notable Revolutionary War battles, and home to six Confederate generals. Gregory notes that only one institution (Univ. of S. C.) has any holdings of this title from the earliest years.
Page 3 has a letter signed in type by: A... See More
The 'demon' jailer of Andersonville, just before has execution...
Item #671383
November 13, 1865
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Nov. 13, 1865 Among the front page column heads are: "ANDERSONVILLE" "Wirz's Last Letter to His Family" "Why He Would Not Commit Suicide" "The Poisoning Story" "Strong Denial By Counsel Schade".
Also: "Light on the Rebellion" "More British Sympathy for Traitors" "London as a Supply Depot for the... See More
Ten issues reporting on the Reconstruction era...
Item #671378
September 06, 1865
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, a lot of ten issues from the early Reconstruction era dated July 22 thru September 6, 1865. Each issue is filled with a wealth of news of the day including various reports relating to the rebuilding of a united country following the tumultuous events of the Civil War.
Each is complete in 8 pages, never bound nor trimmed (desired), in good condition with minimal margin wear.
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First rabbi to lead prayer in Congress...
Item #671374
February 02, 1860
NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 2, 1860 The front page has proceedings of the first session of the "Thirty Sixth Congress" and included is a brief but very historic account about the first time the proceedings were opened with a prayer by a rabbi.
The account headed "Impressive Address To The Throne of Grace" reads in part: "The proceedings were opened with a prayer by Rabbi ... See More
Louis D. Brandeis, first Jewish Supreme Court Justice...
Item #671373
June 02, 1916
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, June 2, 1916 The middle of the front page has a one column head: "Brandeis Wins; Vote 47 to 22" "Senate, Divided On Party Lines, Confirms Appointment as Justice." A significant event noting the first Jewish Supreme Court justice, Louis Brandeis, being confirmed by the Senate. The article takes 8 inches of text on the ftpg. & carries over to page 3.
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Sabbatai, the Jewish prophet...
Item #671372
March 12, 1665
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 12, 1665 This is a significant issue if only because of the early date, as the London Gazette is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper having begun in this year of 1665. This is issue number 34.
Of much greater significance is the content, as the back page has a very rare report concerning the 17th century Jewish prophet, ... See More
Very early print of Salt Lake City...
Item #671359
October 06, 1855
SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Oct. 6, 1855 The feature print on the front page is a very early scene of: "Great Salt Lake City" with related text beginning: "The Mormon head-quarters is situated near the east bank of the Jordan River which connects Great Salt Lake with Utah Lake..." with more.
Four pages, large folio size, a few small holes do not affect mentioned... See More
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