Victoria C. Woodhull and her "scandal"...
Item #672916
November 10, 1872
NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 10, 1872 Page one has much content and headings related to the Great Boston Fire: "Another Chicago" "Vain Efforts of the Firemen to Check the Flames" "Startling Scenes of Panic Among the People" and more. Page three has most of a column on the noted feminist, Victoria C. Woodhull, headed: "The Woodhull Scandal" &q... See More
World War II begins....
Item #672681
September 10, 1939
THE BOSTON HERALD, September 10, 1939
* Blitzkrieg - Warsaw
* World War II WWII starts
* Nazis invade Poland
The front page has a nice banner headline: "WOMEN FIGHT FOR WARSAW" and more with subheads and related illustration. (see) Nice for display. Unusual headline with Women fighting.
Complete 1st section only with all 28 pages, rag edition in great condition. A few smal... See More
First White House wedding...
Item #672505
March 18, 1820
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 18, 1820 Listed under the page 2 "Marriages" is one that reads: "In Washington city, Samuel Lawrence Gouverneur, Esq. of N. York, to Miss Maria Hester Monroe, youngest daughter of James Monroe, President of the U. States." This was first wedding to be held at the White House.
Other news of the day includes: "Royal Funeral" &quo... See More
Babe Ruth's farewell to Fenway Park...
Item #672454
August 13, 1934
THE NEW YORK TIMES, August 13, 1934
* Babe Ruth - New York Yankees
* Final game played at Fenway Park
* MLB - Major League Baseball
The sport's section (page 17) has a banner headline: "Ruth Gets Rousing Ovation in Farewell Boston Appearance as Yanks Divide" with subheads and box scores. This was Babe Ruth's final game played at the famous baseball stadium. Always n... See More
1950 Boston Brinks Robbery...
Item #672347
January 18, 1950
THE NEW YORK TIMES, January 18, 1950
* Great Brinks Robbery (Boston, MA)
* Great Brinks Robbery (Boston, MA)
* 1st report of the "Crime of the Century"
* Over 2 Million $$$$ stolen
* Over 2 Million $$$$ stolen
The front page has a two column heading: "$1,000,000 in Cash Seized By 7 Masked Men in Boston" (see images). Nice to have in this famous NYC title. Note: While the headline states $1 million in
... See More
1793 Boston, Massachusetts...
Item #671805
May 15, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 15, 1793
* 18th century American title
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.
Pages 3 & 4 include 16 illustrated ship ads.
Complete as a 4 page issue, nice condition.
Death sentence for Captian Jack & others...
Item #671769
August 24, 1873
THE NEW YORK HERALD, August 24, 1873
* Captain Jack & Boston Charley
* And other Modoc Indians
* Death sentences - Lava Beds War
The top of page 7 has one column headings that include: "MODOC DEATH WARRENTS" "Sentence of the Court Martial on Lava Beds Murderers" "Their Doom Sealed" "To Be Hanged at Fort Klamath, Oregon, October 3, 1873" and more... See More
"Redskins" name 1st used in the NFL...
Item #671344
September 18, 1933
THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 18, 1933
* (Washington) Boston Redskins
* 1st time nickname was used in franchise history
* First game of the 1933 NFL football season
The sport's section (page 26) has one column headings: "GREEN BAY ELEVEN HELD TO 7-7 TIE" "Boston Rallies in the Closing Minutes of Contest to Deadlock Score" with lineups. Text begins with: "The B... See More
George Washington script signatures... Paul Revere...
Item #671157
May 04, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 4, 1796 The ftpg. contains two Acts of Congress with each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington. One takes over a full column and is: "An Act for Establishing Trading Houses with the Indian Tribes" (see for the beginning).
Among the front page ads is one for: "Church Bells....By Paul Revere..." with further detail
Four pa... See More
Very displayable... Four George Washington script signatures...
Item #671145
March 30, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 30, 1796 The front page features not one but four Acts of Congress, each one signed in script type by: Go. Washington, President of the United States. Each is also signed in block type by the Vice President, John Adams.
One of the Acts is: "...for allowing compensation to the members of the Senate & House of Representatives of the United States...&... See More
Johnny Vander-Meer two no hit games in row....
Item #671137
June 16, 1938
THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, Boston, June 16, 1938.
* Johnny Vander-Meer two no hit games in row
* Cincinnati Reds MLB baseball
* Baseball history is made - 1st report
The sport's section (page 10) has a six column headline: "Second Not-Hit, No-Run Game for Cincinnati Left-Hander" with subhead and photo of Vander-Meer. (see)
Complete with all 14 pages, nice condition.... See More
1919 Boston Police Strike begins...
Item #671077
September 11, 1919
THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 11, 1919
* Boston Police Strike & riots
* Trade union & wage improvements
* Lawlessness infiltrates the city
The top of the front page has a nice banner headline: "TROOPS USE MACHINE GUN ON BOSTON MOB; 5,000 GUARDING CITY AS RIOTS CONTINUE; CITY ACCLAIMS PARADE OF FIGHTING FIRST" with subheads. (see) Nice for display. Coverage on the Boston P... See More
On the funeral of the governor...
Item #671042
November 13, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 13, 1790 Page 3 reports that George Read was unanimously re-elected Senator of Delaware. A second item says: "The Hon. William Patterson, Esq. Senator of the United States, from New Jersey is unanimously elected Governor of that State." Both of these men signed the Constitution of the United States.
Another column has a final tribute of "affec... See More
Electoral votes counted: Monroe the winner...
Item #671038
February 19, 1817
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 19, 1817 A page 2 report datelined "Washington, Feb. 13, 1817" reports: "According to the provisions of the Constitution, the votes given by the Electors...were yesterday counted...in the presence of the Senators and Representatives in Congress, and it was officially proclaimed by the President of the Senate; that JAMES MONROE is elected ... See More
The dust bowl storm of 1934...
Item #670998
May 12, 1934
NEW YORK TIMES, May 12, 1934 The front page begins with one column heads: "HUGE DUST CLOUD, BLOWN 1,500 MILES, DIMS CITY 5 HOURS" "Soil, Loosened by Drought in West, Hovers High in Air--Belt 1,800 Miles Wide" "Weigh 300,000,000 Tons" and more. Additional related coverage with photos on page 8.
Wikipedia notes that on May 11, 1934, a strong two-day dust storm re... See More
America is about to declare war...
Item #670877
June 03, 1812
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 3, 1812 Page 2 has a notable report headed: "War with England!" stating: "A letter has been received in town from a Senator of the United States, dated May 28th, which says, The Committee of the Senate on Foreign Affairs have agreed unanimously [Mr. Lloyd being absent] to recommend a Declaration of War against---England."
Three weeks lat... See More
The Jay Treaty: preventing another war...
Item #670869
March 16, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 16 & 19, 1796 A very significant pair of issues as they contain, in its entirety, the full text of the Jay Treaty, one of the more significant 18th century documents in American history.
Taking much of the front page and part of page 2 in the issue of the 16th is part of Jay's Treaty through Article 12. Prefacing the Treaty is a "Proclamation&q... See More
Lincoln and Hamlin for President & Vice President... Capture of a slave ship...
Item #670833
October 06, 1860
DAILY ATLAS AND BEE, Boston, Oct. 6, 1860 This was obviously a Republican newspaper, as near the top of the front page is campaign ad supporting: "For President, ABRAHAM LINCOLN, of Illinois - For Vice President, HANNIBAL HAMLIN, of Maine" and noting Nov. 6 as the date for the election--the very day of this issue. The ftpg. also has a bit stating the newspaper: "...its earnest... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #670810
May 10, 1798
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, May 10, 1798
* Nice masthead engraving
* 18th century America
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.
Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, a little various ... See More
British capture the frigate President, after the war ended...
Item #670790
March 10, 1815
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, March 10, 1815 Page 2 has a fine & very detailed account of the naval encounter between the U.S. frigate President and the British ship Endymion, the latter capturing the American frigate. The battle took place several weeks after the Treaty of Ghent, but there is no evidence that the combatants were aware that the war had officially ended.
The report ... See More
Babe Ruth returns from World barnstorming tour...
Item #670693
February 21, 1935
THE NEW YORK TIMES, February 21, 1935
* Babe Ruth & all stars return home
* World barnstorming tour - Japan
Page 25 has a banner headline: "Return From World Tour Fins Babe Ruth Hopeful of Remaining in Baseball" with subhead and nice photo with wife and daughter. (see) Text includes interview excerpts from Ruth and his wife as well. Ruth would join the Boston Braves about a we... See More
1793 Boston, Massachusetts...
Item #670672
July 10, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 10, 1793
* 18th century American title
Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. Contains news of the day and various advertisements.
Pages 3 & 4 include 7 illustrated ship ads.
Complete as a 4 page issue, nice condition.
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #670670
March 12, 1798
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, March 12, 1798
* Nice masthead engraving
* 18th century America
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.
Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, some various li... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #670662
December 08, 1796
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Jan. 19, 1797 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.
Complete in 4 pages, good condition.
Babe Ruth 1st career grand slam HR...
Item #670588
May 21, 1919
THE BETHLEHEM TIMES, May 21, 1919
* Babe Ruth's very 1st grand slam HR
* Boston Red Sox - MLB baseball
Page 8 has a brief and somewhat discrete report with small heading: "The Babe Makes Another Start" First report coverage on Babe Ruth hitting his very 1st MLB grand slam home run while playing for the Boston Red Sox. He also pitched in this game as well.
Co... See More
San Jose, California lynchings... Brooke Hart...
Item #670435
November 27, 1933
BOSTON EVENING TRANSCRIPT, November 27, 1933
* Famous San Jose, California lynchings
* Thomas Harold Thurmond & John M. Holmes
* Brooke Hart kidnapping and murder
The top of the front page has a two column headline: "Kidnapers Lynched; Gov. Rolph Approves" with subheads. (see) First report coverage on the lynchings of Thomas Thurmond and John M. Holmes for the m... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #670417
December 08, 1796
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Dec. 8, 1796
* Nice masthead engraving
* 18th century America
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.
Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.... See More
Red Sox win the 1915 World Series...
Item #670255
October 13, 1915
FITCHBURG DAILY SENTINEL, Massachusetts, Oct. 13, 1915 A nice banner headline announces that the Boston Red Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies to win the 1915 World Series: "RED SOX WIN 5-4; TAKE SERIES" with the first column containing he box score of the final game.
The front page coverage also includes an inning-by-inning account of the game. There is additional reporting o... See More
Prohibition ends in 1933....
Item #670215
December 04, 1933
BOSTON EVENING TRANSCRIPT, December 4, 1933.
* Prohibition ends (eve)
* Beer returns at midnight
* Legal liquor
The top of the front page has a three column heading: "Senate Passes Liquor Report 24-15; Bill a Law Tonight" with subheads. (see)
Complete with 24 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, a few small binding holes along the spine, generally nice.... See More
Huge & graphic political ad...
Item #670187
March 26, 1814
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 26, 1814 The front page is dominated by a very large engraving of a ship headed: "The STRONG Ship Massachusetts ", part of a political notice in support of Caleb Strong for governor.
Note that the flag on the tallest mast bears his name, with political slogans on the other flags. Much text as well. Given the considerable naval activity in the on-g... See More
John Hancock... Launching the ship Constitution as a theatrical piece...
Item #670186
November 02, 1797
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Nov. 2, 1797 The ftpg. contains a letter signed in type by: John Hancock. Most of pages 2 & 3 are taken up with various news & political reports.
Page 3 has an ad for what appears to be a theatrical presentation titled "The Launch" of the ship Constitution, with various details. Four pages, a handsome masthead, lig... See More
Before our government was created...
Item #670181
May 03, 1786
THE MASSACHUSETTS CENTINEL, Boston, May 3, 1786
* 18th century original
An issue from 3 years before the formal establishment of the new federal government in 1789.
In addition to editorial and news items, inside has a report of a duel fought in New York, reading in part: "...on arriving at the destined spot, they took their distance at 10 paces when Mr. B. desired Mr. C. to fire... See More
"The Slave" (anonymous), a poem from the slave state of Maryland...
Great description of America's first capitol building...
Item #670165
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE OR MONTHLY MUSEUM, Boston, June, 1789 This is the 6th issue of this uncommon magazine by famed publisher Isaiah Thomas. When it comes to noteworthy content, it is hard to know where to begin.Starting from the back is the poem, "The Slave," (author anonymous) which is a thought-provoking anti-slavery poem printed in the slave-state of Maryland. Also interestin... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #670155
August 13, 1798
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Aug. 13, 1798
* Nice masthead engraving
* 18th century America
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.
Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, some various lig... See More
Larry Doby becomes 1st Negro to hit a HR in World Series history...
Item #669992
October 10, 1948
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, October 10, 1948
* Larry Doby becomes 1st African American
* Home run in World Series history w/ photos
* Cleveland Indians vs. Boston Braves
The front page of the sport's section (inside) has a banner headline: "Gromek's Seven-Hitter Beats Sain, 2-1" with subheads, box scores and five related photos, one showing Larry Doby crossing home plate afte... See More
Salk and his polio vaccine are a success...
Item #669951
April 13, 1955
THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, Boston, April 13, 1955
* Jonas Salk
* Polio vaccine success
* 1st made public
Page 5 has the announcing one of the more significant medical breakthroughs of the 20th century, the success of the polio vaccine. The three column heading reads: "Health Officials Turn to Polio Vaccine"
Complete with 12 pages, a few small binding holes along the ... See More
Serge Koussevitzky death... Russian conductor...
Item #669928
June 05, 1951
THE NEW YORK TIMES, June 5, 1951
* Serge Koussevitzky death
* Russian music conductor & composer
* Boston Symphony Orchestra director
Near the bottom of the front page is a two column heading: "Serge Koussevitzky Is Dead at 76; Conducted in Boston for 25 Years" Lengthy 1st report coverage continues on page 35 with photo.
Complete with 64 pages, rag edition in nice condition.... See More
Bobby Jones & Jess Sweetser at Muirfield...
Item #669887
May 27, 1926
THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, Boston, May 27, 1926
* Bobby Jones & Jess Sweetser at Muirfield
* The British Amateur Championship
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "Jones and Sweetser Left in British Golf Tourney" with subhead and nice action photo of Bobby Jones. (see)
Complete with 18 pages, light toning at the margins, generally nice.... See More
Abd el-Krim surrenders to French in 1926...
Item #669885
May 26, 1926
THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, Boston, May 26, 1926
* Abd el-Krim surrenders
* Republic of the Rif
* Northern Morocco
The top of the front page has a two column illustration of Abd el-Krim headed: "Surrender After Stubborn Resistance" Also a one column heading: "ABD-EL-KRIM SURRENDERS TO FRENCH" with subheads. (see)
Complete with 16 pages, light toning at the margins,... See More
Pittsburgh Pirates No-Hitter Pitcher In 1951...
Item #669874
May 07, 1952
THE NEW YORK TIMES, May 7, 1951
* Cliff Chambers - Pittsburgh Pirates
* Throws no-hitter vs. Boston Braves
* MLB - Major League Baseball
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "Chambers of Pirates Hurls No-Hit Game" with photo. (see) More in the sport's section with box scores.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 46 pages, rag edition i... See More
One of the earliest newspapers from the colonies...
Item #669851
April 03, 1735
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, April 3, 1735
* Earliest of American newspapers
* Very early & rare publication
As any serious collector of newspapers knows, it is exceedingly difficult to find any colonial American newspapers from before 1760, let alone an issue from 1735. It began in 1719 and only published through 1749. It was the very first newspaper in all o... See More
1929 Charles Lawson family murders...
Item #669513
December 26, 1929
BOSTON EVENING TRANSCRIPT, December 26, 1929
* Charlie Lawson family murders (1st report)
* Stokes County, North Carolina tobacco farm
* Christmas Day shotgun murder & suicide
The bottom of page 8 has a somewhat discrete report headed: "Insane, Kills Wife, 6 Children and Self" (see)
Complete with all 28 pages, light toning and minor wear at the margins, generally very nice.... See More
Franklin D. Roosevelt 1st presidential election...
Item #669434
November 09, 1932
THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, Boston, November 9, 1932
* Franklin D. Roosevelt 1st election
* FDR inherits a troubled economy
The top of the front page has a four column headline: "Roosevelt Wins by Record Plurality; Democrat Congress Also Sweeps In Under Evident Control of Wet Forces" with subheads and illustration of Roosevelt. (see) First report coverage on the 1st of 4 presid... See More
How to pronounce words... On Washington's letters...
Item #669404
December 21, 1795
FEDERAL ORRERY, Boston Dec. 21, 1795
* Uncommon title
Certainly one of the less common American titles from the 18th century.
Page 1 has a short article: "Gen. Washington's Letters". Most of page 2 is taken up with a fascinating article: "Orthoepy". It's actually a word: the study of correct pronunciation. It begins: "In compliance with my premise I no... See More
Washington signs an Act relating to the United States Mint...
Item #669213
March 19, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 19, 1794 The front page begins with: "An Act in Alternation of the Act Establishing a Mint and Regulating the Coins of the United States, signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
A fine issue for any coin collector.
Four pages, a bit irregular at the blank spine margin, good condition.
Thomas Jefferson responds concerning the Jay Treaty...
Item #669202
February 08, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Feb. 8, 1794 The ftpg. has: "State Papers" which has three letters from Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State, relating to the controversial Jay Treaty. Each is signed: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, very nice condition.
On building the first frigates for the United States Navy...
Item #669027
July 24, 1794
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 24, 1794
* re. United States Navy creation
* Construction of the frigates begins
* USS Constitution, Constellation & U.S.
A very ornate masthead makes this a displayable issue.
Page 3 has a notable report from Boston: "American Frigates" in which it announces the building of the first frigates of the U.S. Navy: "... See More
Reports from America...
Item #668861
May 03, 1757
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 3, 1757 Page 6 has a report headed America" which includes datelines from Charleston and Boston. The former reports a meeting of Indian chiefs with the governor of South Carolina.
Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 1/4 inches, red tax stamp, very nice condition.
Jimmy Foxx takes the batting title in 1938....
Item #668818
December 28, 1938
NEW YORK TIMES, December 28, 1938
* Jimmie Foxx wins batting title
* Boston Red Sox - American League
A seven column headline on the sports section reports: "American League Batting Laurels Captured by Foxx of the Red Sox" with subheads: "Foxx Topped List With Mark Of .349" "New High In Home Runs" and more. Also a nice two column photo of Jimmie Fox... See More
Wrigley Field's opening day game in 1916...
Item #668717
April 21, 1916
THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, Boston, April 21, 1916
* Wrigley Field opening day game
* Chicago Cubs 1st game at the park
The sport's section (page 18) has a small one column heading: "Chicago 7, Cincinnati 6" with scoreboard and a few names of players that did something good during the game. Unfortunately there is no report here mentioning it but this was the very first game... See More
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