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Two very significant events: Hull surrenders Detroit... The Constitution over the Guerriere...
Item #697913
September 04, 1812
THE YANKEE, Boston, Sept. 4, 1812 Inside has nice content on the War of 1812, most notably: "Surrender of Gen. Hull's Army to The British" which takes most of a column with the various reports. This was the surrender of Detroit. Hull would be paroled by the British the next year, and then court-martialed by the Americans for the surrender of Fort Detroit.
Also inside is anothe... See More
President Monroe concerning the War of 1812... Two Monroe signatures...
Item #697222
November 16, 1812
CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, Nov. 16, 1812 Pages 1 and 2 have many "Documents Accompanying the President's Message to Congress" which include several to British official concerning the War of 1812. Two are signed in type: James Monroe.
Also inside: "Army In Ohio" "The President's Message".
Four pages, great condition.
"Don't give up the Ship!" and more...
Item #695470
August 27, 1814
NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT, Concord, August 27, 1814 A great issue with the memorable rallying cry from the War of 1812 "Don't give up the Ship!" used as a campaign slogan on the front page.
As a bit of history, Captain James Lawrence's famous cry was at the Battle of Lake Erie, eleven months prior. It quickly became the motto of the U.S. Navy, and as we see here was adopted as... See More
From just after the War of 1812...
Item #695460
May 25, 1816
EVENING GAZETTE, AND GENERAL ADVERTISER, Boston, May 25, 1816 A typical newspaper of the day which lasted just 104 issues. Items include: "The Domestic Economist" "The Ladies' Friend" "Punning" "Bible Societies" and more, plus a great wealth of advertisements.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Damaged lot from the War of 1812 era...
Item #695341
July 01, 1814
NEW YORK EVENING POST, 1814 Here is a collection of 24 issues of this popular title from during the War of 1812 era, but we find no detailed reports of the war. All issues have damage, from loose at the spine, much chipping at margins, tears, some loss, and other disfigurements. The paper quality is very fragile.
Still a large number of issues from this historic era with a wide range of con... See More
Existed for just one year... War of 1812 news...
Item #695018
January 25, 1813
DEMOCRATIC REPUBLICAN, Walpole, New Hampshire, Jan. 25, 1813
* Very rare publication
* Cheshire County
* War of 1812 reporting
An extremely scarce newspaper existing only from July 4, 1812 thru July 5, 1813. This is the volume 1, number 30 issue. Not surprisingly, this is the first of this title we have offered in our 47 years, having come from the private collection.
Being from du... See More
See the great masthead... War of 1812...
Item #695013
March 30, 1813
CONSTITUTIONALIST & WEEKLY MAGAZINE, Exeter, New Hampshire, March 30, 1813 Although we once had many of this title, this may be our last.
An interesting feature is the masthead, with each letter of the title encircled with connecting rings, each of which has the name of a state at that time. Pages 2 and 3 have several reports on the War of 1812 including: "Victory By the Hornet - F... See More
The War of 1812, and more...
Item #694554
April 30, 1813
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, April 30, 1813 The entire front page is taken up with: "American Papers" from the House of Commons in London, much relating to the on-going War of 1812.
Page 3 has; "The New Friends of the Navy" and: "Ought Massachusetts t Build a Ship for Those who Would not Build one for Themselves?" There is also a lengthy report of a parade by ... See More
An interesting "Extraordinary" issue from just before the War of 1812...
Item #694507
March 27, 1812
BOSTON WEEKLY MESSENGER, EXTRAORDINARY, March 27, 1812 An unusual item, created as an "Extraordinary" of the Boston Weekly messenger, with the front page appearing in 2-column broadside format. Pages 2, 3 & 4 are of the more typical 4 column format.
The content is entirely political, with the front page reports headed: "Grand Federal Republican Convention" and includ... See More
The War of 1812 is declared...
Item #693480
June 26, 1812
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, June 26, 1812 On page 3 near the top of the second column is "A Proclamation" issued by President James Madison confirming the Congress declaration of war against Great Britain, stating in part: "...Now therefore, I JAMES MADISON, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the same...". The Proclamation, dated June 1
Very graphic front page from the War of 1812 era...
Item #693199
March 31, 1814
BOSTON GAZETTE, March 31, 1814
* Great graphic political ad
The front page is dominated by a great & very graphic political "cartoon" headed: "The well equipt and Disciplined Ship" with Caleb Strong as its "commander" with the ship representing the state. Much political campaigning on the front page as well, most in type which is larger than normal.
F... See More
General Harrison on the Battle of the Thames...
Item #693188
October 23, 1813
THE NEW-YORK WEEKLY MUSEUM, Oct. 23, 1813
* William Henry Harrison
* War of 1812 - Moraviantown
Page 3 has almost a full column taken up with various reports on the War of 1813, including events in Louisiana, and several mentions of General Wm. H. Harrison, particularly his account of this historic Battle of the Thames, a victory over the Indians.
Four pages, 9 1/4 by 11 1/2 inches,... See More
Reports from the War of 1812...
Item #693168
December 03, 1813
THE YANKEE, Boston, Dec. 3, 1813 Various reports concerning the War of 1812 including: "Smugglers! Smugglers!" "The War In Canada" "Genuine Patriotism - Extracts from Gov. Mitchell's Message to the Legislature of Georgia".
Inside includes: "From Gen. Hampton to Gen. Wilkinson - Head-Quarters, Four Corners" "Naval Order" signed by: Wm. Jo... See More
The War of 1812...
Item #693167
December 04, 1812
THE YANKEE, Boston, Dec. 4, 1812 Various reports from the early months of the War of 1812 including front page items: "The Navy - U.S. Ship Hornet" which takes over half a column; "War Movements" "A True Yankee Exploit".
Inside has: "General Smyth to the Soldiers in the Army of the Centre" "Sailors Rights" "Latest From Halifax"... See More
Napoleon... The War of 1812...
Item #693166
July 10, 1813
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 10, 1813 The front page has: "Occasional Remarks On the Present Unjust War" meaning the War of 1812.
Inside has a: "Proclamation - Of His Majesty the Emperor, to the Army" signed in type by: Napoleon, concerning his recent military conquests.
Also reports concerning the War of 1812 with "Rigorous Blockade" "From Virg... See More
Much reporting on the War of 1812...
Item #693156
October 29, 1814
BOSTON PATRIOT, Oct. 29, 1814 Inside has several reports on the War of 1812 including: "Loss of the Tygress and Scorpion" "Later from New Orleans" "Latest From Izard's Army" "Latest from the U.S. Sloop of War Peacock" "Unheard of Brutality and Villainy!" "American Blockade" "Our Country!" "The Moral & Religiou... See More
Much reporting on the War of 1812...
Item #693155
November 02, 1814
BOSTON PATRIOT, Nov. 2, 1814 Inside has much on the War of 1812 with: "From The Enemy" with several reports; "Enemy In Hampton Roads" "From the Buffalo Gazette" "Deserters" "Arrival of the Peacock!" "General Izard's Army" "Capture of a British Privateer!" "Latest from the Army" "From Castine" and ma... See More
Latest from the War of 1812...
Item #692539
December 05, 1812
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 5, 1812 Inside has: "From Halifax" with some War of 1812 reports: "The Northern Army" and "Army of the Centre" which also have war reports. Much of a column is taken up with election-related reports including a lengthy article "The Union of the States".
Four pages, minor foxing, good condition.
Declaration of war...
Item #692490
June 27, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 27, 1812
* War of 1812 declaration by United States
* James Madison proclamation
* Historic report
This issue has one of the best presentations on the declaration of war against Great Britain, beginning the War of 1812.
Most of the first column of the front page is a somewhat decorative "Proclamation" headed with an engraving of a... See More
News from the War of 1812...
Item #689817
June 22, 1814
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, June 22, 1814
* Battle of Big Sandy Creek
* U.S. troops & Oneida Indians
Among reports within are "From Canada - British Account of the Affair at Sandy Bay" "Our Turn At Last" "Launch" which is a report of a failed launch of a new 74 gun ship; "Fourth of July" and several small tidbits re... See More
From the War of 1812...
Item #689815
February 09, 1814
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Feb. 9, 1814 The front page has: "The Road To Ruin - Mr. Madison's Doctrine of Retaliation" which carries over to page 2.
Among reports within are: "Singular Punishment" "Military Requisition" "Frontier Reports"; reports from Utica and Herkimer regarding the War of 1812; "Riflemen".
F... See More
From the War of 1812...
Item #689814
February 02, 1814
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Feb. 2, 1814 Among reports within are: "Tribute To Patriotism" "New Army Bill" "Five Hundred Dollars For Apprehending Traitors" and a few other war-related items.
Four pages, handsome masthead, nice condition.
Reports from the War of 1812...
Item #689813
December 29, 1813
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Dec. 29, 1813 Among reports within on the War of 1812: "Lower Canada" "The Essex Frigate" being a lengthy letter from its commander: D. Porter; "Embargo" "Fort George" and a few other items.
Four pages, handsome masthead, nice condition.
Reports from the War of 1812...
Item #689811
April 21, 1813
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, April 21, 1813 Among reports within on the War of 1812: "Blockading Squadron" "Madison & A Navy" "Trouble in the Camp" "British Watering Place" "Lewiston Safe" "Further Particulars"; a letter from "Urbanna" with military activities; other items.
Four pages, handsome... 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
Battle at Queenston Heights during the War of 1812...
Item #687520
October 26, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Oct. 26, 1812
* Battle of Queenston Heights
* War of 1812 - 1st major battle
The front page has: "An Act To authorise the granting of Patents for Land, according to the surveys... and to grant...rights to certain Claimants of Land in the District of Detroit..., signed in type: James Madison.
Inside page reports include: "Battles
... See More
* Battle of Queenston Heights
* War of 1812 - 1st major battle
The front page has: "An Act To authorise the granting of Patents for Land, according to the surveys... and to grant...rights to certain Claimants of Land in the District of Detroit..., signed in type: James Madison.
Inside page reports include: "Battles
From the War of 1812...
Item #687500
October 17, 1812
BOSTON PATRIOT, Oct. 17, 1812 The front page has a lengthy article headed: "Presidential Election". Inside includes: "Presidential Election" "A Proclamation" relating to the War of 1812, signed in type: James Madison. Following this are several reports relating to the War of 1812 including: "Army Movements".
Page 3 has much under: "War Intelligen... See More
From the War of 1812...
Item #687499
January 13, 1813
BOSTON PATRIOT, Jan. 13, 1813 The front page has a lengthy article on: "Impressment of Seamen" which was a a major issue leading to the War of 1812. Also on the ftpg: "The Great Effects of the Non-Importation Law Against England".
Reports inside include: "Black Votes" "Additional Bounty" 'War Intelligence, On the Ocean" "Free Trade &... See More
The War of 1812...
Item #687487
August 01, 1812
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 1, 1812 Some reports inside on the early days of the War of 1812 include: "United States and G. Britain" "The Canadas" "Progress of the War on the Sea" "Military Notices" "Frontier Notices" and a it more.
Four pages, good condition.
War of 1812 shipping embargo....
Item #686243
April 14, 1812
THE REPERTORY & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Boston, April 14, 1812 A very historic front page, as it includes a report headed: "EMBARGO" which reports on the voting for this historic measure which would lead to the War of 1812 with England.
The front page also has the: "Confidential Message" to the senate, in which the President states: "...expedient under existing
... See More
The front page also has the: "Confidential Message" to the senate, in which the President states: "...expedient under existing
Renewing trade agreements with England after the War of 1812...
Item #686211
January 02, 1816
NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT, Concord, Jan. 2, 1816 Page 2 has: "Commercial Treaty with England" containing the text of: "A Convention To Regulate the Commerce between the Territories of the United States and His Britannic Majesty." It is signed in type by American diplomats and James Madison as President.
This was an important treaty that eliminated various duties and all... See More
Resuming trade agreements after the War of 1812...
Item #686210
December 30, 1815
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston Dec. 30, 1815 On the front page under "State Paper" is: "A Convention To Regulate the Commerce between the Territories of the United States and of His Britannic Majesty", signed in type: John Q. Adams, H. Clay, & four others, plus James Madison.
This was an important treaty which nullified most duties and allowed the U.S. to trade with the ... See More
Documents relating to the beginning of the War of 1812...
Item #686203
May 06, 1812
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 6, 1812
* James Madison Embargo Act
* Prelude to the War of 1812
The front page has nearly two columns taken up with a great letter headed: "Reflections on WAR!" being part of a sermon. This was from just two months before the War of 1812 would be formally declared.
Also on the front page is a notable: "Law of the United States" ti... See More
Act protecting American industries against foreign competition...
Item #686196
May 06, 1816
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, May 6, 1816 Page 2 has: "AN ACT to regulate the duties on Imports and Tonnage" signed in type by the President: James Madison. This was an important piece of legislation that continued the protective duties established in the War of 1812 and which provided a shield for developing American industries against stiff foreign competition in the postwar era... See More
James Madison, and the War of 1812...
Item #686193
September 06, 1813
FEDERAL REPUBLICAN & COMMERCIAL GAZETTE, Georgetown, (Col.), Sept. 6, 1813. Taking all of the front page are two acts laying duties on various items, each signed in type: James Madison. An uncommon title from the District of Columbia.
Inside has some War of 1812 content including an article: "The Enemy:"
Four pages, water staining to a bottom quadrant, minor foxing.... See More
Much on Rodgers' cruise...
Item #685727
October 09, 1813
NEW YORK HERALD, Oct. 9, 1813
* John Rodgers' third cruise
* USS President - United States Navy
From the midst of the War of 1812, page 2 has a lengthy letter headed: "Rodger's Cruize" from on board the frigate President, signed in type: Jno. Rodgers. Pg. 3 had details of the funeral of William Henry Allen, late commander of the U.S. sloop of war Argus. Other bits on... See More
A very early Kentucky newspaper, with Hull's Proclamation to Canadians...
Item #682753
August 01, 1812
THE REPORTER, Lexington, Kentucky, Aug. 1, 1812
* Rare & early for Kentucky
This is one of the earlier Kentucky newspapers we have offered. Brigham notes that only 4 issues in the United States have this issue.
Not surprisingly there is much reporting on the War of 1812, with reports headed: "Privateering" "Flag of Truce!" and more.
Perhaps the most notable c... See More
Reporting on the War of 1812, with a "rallying call" for soldiers...
Item #682615
November 30, 1812
CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, Nov. 30, 1812
* General Alexander Smyth "rallying call"
The front page has a full column reporting on the War of 1812 in: "Our Southern Frontier" carrying over to page 2. Page 2 has a "rallying call" letter by General Alexander Smyth to the: "Men Of New York!" noting in part: "...You desire your share of fame. T... See More
The "Wasp" is captured... Madison's state-of-the-union address...
Item #682591
November 07, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Nov. 7, 1812
* USS Wasp captured - War of 1812
* James Madison state of the Union Address
There are at least two notable reports in this issue, the first being the annual state-of-the-union address by the President, signed by him in type: James Madison. This was the first war-time annual message and much of this 2+ page "Message" deals with th... See More
Treaty of Ghent ends the War of 1812...
Item #682430
March 01, 1815
MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, March 1, 1815
* Treaty of Ghent signed
* War of 1812 officially over
The front page has: "TREATY Of Peace And Amity, Between his Britannick Majesty and the United States of America.", the treaty which ended the War of 1812. The treaty contains a preface beginning: "His Brittanick Majesty and the United States of America, desirous... See More
War is declared, beginning the War of 1812...
Item #682105
June 20, 1812
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, June 20, 1812
* War of 1812 declaration by United States
* James Madison proclamation
An inside page has a lengthy: "Declaration of War" which takes over 1 1/2 columns and is signed in type by the President: James Madison. This is followed by related reporting from the "Committee on foreign relations..." which takes over 2 page... See More
Nice reports from the War of 1812...
Item #682057
November 12, 1813
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, Nov. 12, 1813
* William Henry Harrison - War of 1812
Inside has reports "From Quebec" including: "...The victory gained by the Americans on Lake Erie has excited an enthusiastic joy throughout the United States...". Also a nice item: "When Will the War End?" and: "The Enemy Again in the Potomac" "Latest From Ham... See More
Seducing the youth to join the military...
Item #680587
January 20, 1815
THE WEEKLY MESSENGER, Boston, Jan. 20, 1815 Page 3 has an interesting article on the unfortunate practice of the: "Seduction Of Youth" into the military, as the article is headed. It notes a recruiting advertisement mentioning: "The youthful hero whose patriotism & ardor has heretofore been restrained by the rigid laws of the state can now...joining said regiment without t... See More
Interesting report from the Council of War... Need for the Erie Canal...
Item #678202
May 14, 1814
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, May 14, 1814
* Early Erie Canal planning
The first 3 pages have a detailed report: "Internal Navigation - The Advantages of the Proposed Canal from Lake Erie to Hudson's River..." which would be the famed Erie Canal. It is signed in type by: Robert Fulton.
Inside has almost 8 pages under the heading: "Events of the War&qu... See More
Battle at Queenston Heights during the War of 1812...
Item #677937
October 26, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Oct. 26, 1812
* Battle of Queenston Heights
* American War of 1812
The front page has: "An Act To authorise the granting of Patents for Land, according to the surveys... and to grant...rights to certain Claimants of Land in the District of Detroit..., signed in type: James Madison.
Inside page reports include: "Battles At Queens
... See More
* Battle of Queenston Heights
* American War of 1812
The front page has: "An Act To authorise the granting of Patents for Land, according to the surveys... and to grant...rights to certain Claimants of Land in the District of Detroit..., signed in type: James Madison.
Inside page reports include: "Battles At Queens
Acts of Congress... The War of 1812...
Item #677932
October 05, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Oct. 5, 1812 The front page has a full column taken up with five Acts of Congress, each signed in type by he President: James Madison.
Inside has several reports on the War of 1812 including: "Military Movements" "The Freedom of the Sea, or War!" "Americans In Canada" "Anglo-Savages" "Green Mountain Patriots&qu... See More
The President declares the war to be over(?)... War in the Chesapeake...
Item #677919
July 02, 1814
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 2, 1814 Page three has an interesting item: "A Proclamation", signed in type by the President: James Madison which declares the war with Great Brittan to be over. However, upon further inspection, the article above headed, "The Turnpike Road to Peace", makes it clear this is merely a proclamation being suggested to the President ... See More
News from the War of 1812...
Item #677831
September 14, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Sept. 14, 1812 Page 2 has some nice reports on the War of 1812 with: "British Barbarity" "The Navy Destroyed by Federalists" "The War" "The North-Western Army" "Military Movements" and more.
Four pages, various foxing, good condition.
Surrender of Detroit in the War of 1812...
Item #677829
September 07, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Sept. 7, 1812
* President James Madison
* Siege of Detroit - surrender
* Battle of Fort Detroit
* General William Hull
The front page contains two Acts of Congress, each signed in type by the President: James Madison.
Page 2 has a number of War of 1812 reports including: "Latest from the Western Frontier" also: "General Orders" sig... See More
Seven Acts of Congress signed by President Madison...
Item #677826
August 27, 1812
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Aug. 27, 1812
* President James Madison
Two of the five front page columns are taken up with the text of 7 Acts of Congress, each signed in type by the President: James Madison.
Inside pages have various items on the War of 1812, most visible in the photos.
Four pages, loss to an upper corner of the back leaf affecting only 2 ads and poetry, otherwise ... See More
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