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18th century Baltimore... slaves advertisements...
Item #688649
November 10, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Nov. 10, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (8) slaves related advertisements
The full ftpg. is taken up with ads including 10 illustrated ship ads. Page 2 has 4 slavery related ads. And the back page has 4 more. (see)
Four pages, minor light foxing, nice condition.... See More
See the displayable front page from the 18th century...
Item #688601
June 08, 1721
THE POST-BOY, London, June 8, 1721
* Nice masthead engravings
One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.
Single sheet, 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, very nice, displayable condition.
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1666...
Item #688575
January 14, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 14, 1666
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Ten London newspapers from the 1790's...
Item #688568
May 04, 1795
(10) THE SUN and THE TIMES were two of the more famous & successful of British newspapers in the late 18th century. The Times remains one of the iconic papers of the world, having begun in 1788 and is still printing today. It was the first newspaper to have "Times" in the title, since lending its name to innumerable newspapers on both sides of the Atlantic.
Here is a lot of ten issu... See More
18th century Baltimore...slave advertisements...
Item #688555
December 21, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 21, 1796
* Rare 18th century American title
* (5) slaves related advertisements
The full ftpg. is taken up with ads including 5 illustrated ship ads & 4 slave related ads. The back page has another slave ad. (see) Also a land for sale for the Washington D.C. area.
Four pages, some light staining, minor margin wear, generally ... See More
Virginia mention in 1666, and mention of the Great Plague...
Item #688502
July 30, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 30, 1666 An extremely early issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun just one year prior in 1665 and is still publishing today. This is issue #74.
This issue has some desirable content. The front page has two mentions of the "New World", Virginia more specifically, in the very first paragraph: ... See More
Boston newspaper with Loyalist leanings... Opinions on Massachusetts clergy re the Charter...
Item #688492
December 26, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, December 26, 1768 The publisher of this newspaper had Loyalist leanings, causing its demise before the formal outbreak of the Revolutionary War.
All of pages 1 & 2 are taken up with a continued report on: "Voltaire on History". Page 3 has: "The Opinions of the Ministers of the colony of the Massachusetts...upon this question--Whether to Surrender the... See More
Would reject independence if offered... Regarding representation in Parliament...
Item #688491
April 04, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, April 4, 1768 Inside has most of a page taken up with a letter from the Speaker of the Mass. Assembly to one of the King's Secretaries of State, which includes: "...it seems to be conclusive that as those acts were made with the sole & express purpose of raising a revenue out of America, the subjects here are in those instances unfortunately ... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisement...
Item #688404
September 06, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Sept. 6, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (2) runaway slave advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 12 illustrated ship & two runaway slave ads.
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages in nice condition.... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisement...
Item #688389
July 06, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, July 6, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
* (5) runaway slave advertisements
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 12 illustrated ship ads and 2 slave related ads. (see) Pages 2,3 & 4 have another slavery related ad.
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages, damp staining at a few areas, generally nice.... See More
Signed by New York governor John Jay... 1798...
Item #688363
January 20, 1798
THE SPECTATOR, New York, Jan. 20, 1798
* Governor John Jay
* His response to the New York Senate
The back page has the "Answer of the Senate of the State of New York to the Speech of...John Jay, Governor..." which is followed by his response, signed in type: John Jay.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, nice condition.... See More
1791 Daniel Mendoza... Jewish boxing...
Item #688362
June 03, 1791
THE WORLD, London, June 3, 1791
* Daniel Mendoza vs. William Ward
* Jewish boxer - boxing challenge
Page 2 has an article: "Boxing" "Ward and Mendoza" which is a report on the planned match between these two boxers, but it was stopped before it happened by the local magistrates. This was also very early in the charging of admission to attend and nice to have... See More
The situation with America... Report from Charleston...
Item #688361
August 04, 1779
EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Aug. 4, 1779
* American Revolutionary War
* Report from Charleston, South Carolina
A brief item on pg. 2 notes: "...an express was received from South Carolina that General Prevost had made himself master of Charlestown [Charleston] the 11th ult, which he had carried by assault." See images for more details.
Over half of the f... See More
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #688310
June 27, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 27, 1797
* Rare 18th century American publication
* 3 runaway slave advertisements
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 o... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #688306
September 08, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 8, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...
Item #688287
June 30, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 30, 1668
* Among the Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Horatio Nelson granted a title of baron for his victory on the Nile...
Item #688264
December 14, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 14, 1798 Page 2 begins with an: "Address To the President of the United States" from the state of Vermont concerning the troubling relationship with France, followed by his: "Answer" signed: John Adams.
Page 2 also has some follow-up on the Battle of the Nile including a letter signed by: Horatio Nelson, and a ... See More
A Tory newspaper from the Revolutionary War...
Item #688263
April 15, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, April 15, 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 is entirely taken up with ads including one for a man who deserted the ship "Nancy Transport".
Page 2 includes reports from ... See More
Over 293 years old...
Item #688180
October 07, 1729
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 7, 1729
* 18th Century original
* Over 291 years old
This newspaper is 293 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe, with interesting advertisements as well.
This title is the oldest continuously published daily newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. Complete as a single sheet, measuring ab
... See More
* 18th Century original
* Over 291 years old
This newspaper is 293 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe, with interesting advertisements as well.
This title is the oldest continuously published daily newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. Complete as a single sheet, measuring ab
See the displayable front page from the 18th century...
Item #688178
June 18, 1720
THE POST-BOY, London, June 18, 1720
* Nice masthead engravings
One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.
Single sheet, 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches, very nice, displayable condition.
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1668...
Item #687952
January 25, 1668
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Jan. 25, 1668
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1697...
Item #687932
February 17, 1697
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 17, 1697
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Nearing the beginning of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century... See More
Rare Daniel DeFoe periodical...
Item #687818
October 16, 1708
A REVIEW OF THE STATE OF THE BRITISH NATION, London, Oct. 16, 1708
* Rare Daniel Defoe periodical
* Early 18th century original
From research done by the prestigious London rare book firm of Pickering & Chatto, this is: "...one of Daniel Defoe's greatest, but least known, works. The Review covered his many interests, both literary and historical. It had a tiny original pr... See More
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American merchants distressed... An encounter with a great whale..
Item #687575
January 21, 1768
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, January 21, 1768 The front page has reports from America - two from Boston and another from Providence, Rhode Island. One of the former gives details of an unusual encounter with a great whale, and the latter briefly mentions the distress that merchants are experiencing due to the importation of goods and the additional burdens which have been placed upon them. Page 6 h... See More
An alternative to Capital punishment?
Reports from America... Colonists economically distressed by duties..
Item #687574
January 19, 1768
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, January 19, 1768 This issue may start with a review of a book on Gout and end with a set of fables, but within are a set of reports from America and the description for how Denmark handles certain capitol offenses - all of which make interesting period reading. Other news of the day from locations throughout the world are also present.
The reports from America in... See More
A rare & desirable Loyalist newspaper... Reacting to the Intolerable Acts...
Item #687430
September 15, 1774
RIVINGTON'S NEW-YORK GAZETTEER; or, the CONNECTICUT, HUDSON'S RIVER, NEW-JERSEY, and QUEBEC WEEKLY ADVERTISER, New York, Sept. 15, 1774 James Rivington, the famous printer of this newspaper, had an interesting career.
He began this newspaper in 1773 initially with an impartial stance which shifted as a revolution loomed and public opinion polarized, until by late 1774 he was ad... See More
On the Battle of Bunker Hill... Washington named commander-in-chief.. So much more....
Item #687295
July 05, 1775
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL & THE NEW HAVEN POST-BOY, July 5, 1775 Nice engraving in the masthead of a post boy on horseback.
The front page has a letter from an officer in General Gage's regiment heading for Boston, which details his reason for wanting to retire, noting: "...As I cannot, without reproach from my own conscience, consent to bear arms against my fellow subjects in Am... See More
Major Andre's letter on being captured... Battle of King's Mountain...
Item #687289
November 02, 1780
THE NEW-YORK PACKET and the AMERICAN ADVERTISER, Fishkill, Nov. 2, 1780 This is a very rare title, in fact our database indicates this is the first we have offered. And it's a handsome newspaper as well with a very detailed engraving of a ship in the masthead.
It has a curious history.
It began publication in New York City Jan. 4, 1776 but was suspended with the issue of Aug. 29, 1776 ... See More
The King addressses Parliament on the dire situation in America...
Item #687287
February 23, 1782
THE NEW-HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE and GENERAL ADVERTISER, Portsmouth, Feb. 23, 1782 This is certainly one of the less common titles from the Revolutionary War era.
Page 2 has a letter that notes in part: "...the Americans might yet be brought back to a constitutional subordination to this country!...". Also: "The troops destined for the American reinforcement for the campaign of 1782... See More
Likely the most desired masthead of the 18th century...
Item #687194
October 23, 1770
THE MASSACHUSETTS SPY, Or Thomas's Boston Journal, October 27, 1774 It would be difficult to properly place both the scarcity and desirability of this newspaper in the confect of American history. This issue has the famous "Join Or Die" engraving stretching across the masthead.
In the same way that the famous "Dewey Defeats Truman" issue of the Chicago Tribune is com... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #687187
November 07, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 7, 1700
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is c... See More
Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #687168
August 16, 1766
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated June 2, 1757, March 4, 1762, March 14, 1767, Nov. 15, 1770, & Nov. 17, 1772. Each issue is complete in 8 pages and is in good condition, a few with some damp staining & a little foxing or fold rubbing. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American col... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...
Item #687066
August 05, 1700
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 5, 1700
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is c... See More
Washington signs an Act of Congress...
Item #686864
April 24, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 24, 1793
* President George Washington
* Thomas Jefferson
The front page begins with an Act of Congress "...providing an annual allowance for the Education of Hugh Mercer." which is signed in type by the President; Go. WASHINGTON, and also by: Th. Jefferson as Secretary of State.
Also on the ftpg: "Queen of France" references the ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1671...
Item #686748
June 26, 1671
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 26, 1671
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Ben Franklin's famous kite experiment...
Item #686746
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1752* Benjamin Franklin's famous kite experiment described
Inside has a terrific account of a legendary event in history--the famous kite experiment conducted by Benjamin Franklin. Note there is even mention of Franklin's name on the title page.
The article, datelined "Philadelphia, Oct. 19, 1752", begins by mentioning the r... See More
Very displayable masthead...
Item #686253
April 09, 1720
WEEKLY JOURNAL OR SATURDAY'S POST, London, April 9, 1720
* Great masthead engraving
* Early 18th century original
The most significant feature of this issue is the very ornate & displayable engraving in the masthead, which also contains the extension to the title: "...With Freshest Advices Foreign and Domestick."
Various European news reports with the back leaf mostly fil... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...
Item #686090
September 04, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 4, 1701
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is ... See More
Displayable Act of Parliament... 1759...
Item #685880
January 01, 1759
ACT OF PARLIAMENT, London, England, 1759 Nice full title page has an engraving of the Royal coat-of-arms. Inside has an act: "...for adding certain annuities...to the joint stock...and for carrying the several duties therein mentioned to the Sinking fund..."
A decorative document given the displayable title page.
Twenty pages, 11 by 7 1/4 inches, nice condition.... See More
On the capture of St. Eustatius...
Item #685715
April 01, 1781
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, April, 1781
* Islands of the Caribbean
* Revolutionary War era
The back 2 pages have various correspondence concerning the capture of St. Eustatius, when the British seized the Dutch-owned island in the Caribbean.
Both plates called for are present (see).
Complete in 48 pages, 5 by 8 inches, a bit close-trimmed at the right margin of the title/contents ... See More
Ornate masthead in this Dublin newspaper...
Item #685711
May 05, 1791
THE DUBLIN CHRONICLE, Ireland, May 5, 1791 Ornate lettering int he masthead of this uncommon title. Filled with news items from Europe, and discussion in the "House of Commons" on the: "Quebec Bill".
Eight pages, 9 1/4 by 12 inches, pgs. 3 & 4 close-trimmed at the bottom affects some words, otherwise good condition.
John Adams and the XYZ Affair...
Item #685709
July 04, 1798
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 4, 1798
* re. the XYZ Affair
* France relations
* John Adams
The front page, most of pg. 2 & some of page 5 are taken up with a lengthy letter from the U.S. ambassadors to the French ministers of state concerning the XYZ Affair, including an introductory note signed by the President: John Adams.
Four pages, nice cond... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #685345
December 19, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 19, 1670
* Among the Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #685297
March 26, 1798
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, March 26, 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, generally in ve... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...
Item #685248
April 14, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 14, 1701
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is... See More
Handsome masthead from 1795...
Item #684955
October 21, 1795
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 21, 1795
* 18th century American publication
Page 2 has reports from: "France, National Convention" taking over half of the page. Page 3 has reports from "Kentucky" Maryland" "New York" and elsewhere.
This is the newspaper by the famed printer Isaiah Thomas. Four pages, decorative masthead, a... See More
Major General Alexander Hamilton...
Item #684895
October 16, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 16, 1799
* Alexander Hamilton during Quasi-War
The back page has a nice "War Department" notice mention that: "All officers...who are...absent from their commands are required...to report themselves by letter to Major General ALEXANDER HAMILTON..." with a bit more. This is the Alexander Hamilton who served ag... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1681...
Item #684794
February 13, 1681
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Feb. 13, 1681
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #684249
June 16, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 16, 1673
* Among the earliest of newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuring 6 1/2 by 10 3/... See More
Early newspaper from 1746 Amsterdam...
Item #684157
June 21, 1746
LES ETATS DE HOLLANDE [The States of Holland], Amsterdam, June 21, 1746
* Rare 18th century title
* Nice masthead
An interesting, little newspaper from this Dutch city, printed in French, featuring an engraving in the middle of the masthead. At the back is the: "Suite Des Nouvelles d' Amsterdam" which would seem to be a supplemental sheet. Measures 6 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches,... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #684156
April 03, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, April 3, 1795
* Nice masthead engraving - 18th century America
* Illustrated farms for sale advertisements
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 i... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1675...
Item #684007
April 25, 1670
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 25, 1670
* 18th century watermark of a crown
* Among the Earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this ... See More
1781 military pay document...
Item #683972
December 12, 1782
A genuine Revolutionary War pay document from the State of Connecticut dated Dec. 12, 1781. Fascinating document for providing pay to soldiers through the Deputy Quarter Master of the Military for the State Of Connecticut. This document contains two signatures, and is written out for "Thirteen Shillings".
Measures 6 by 5 inches, lightly inked, archival mend on the back side, genera... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...
Item #683520
March 31, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, March 31, 1701
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* At the turn of the 18th century
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is... See More
18th century Baltimore... Slave advertisements...
Item #683451
September 21, 1798
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Sept. 21, 1798
* Rare 18th century American title
The ftpg. is taken up with ads including 13 illustrated ship ads.
News of the day with several other advertisements. Four pages, a little light staining, generally nice.... See More
Work towards putting the Jay Treaty into effect...
Item #683306
May 23, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, May 23, 1796 The front page is filled with ads including 22 illustrated ship ads. All of page 2 is taken up with discussion on carrying into effect the Jay Treaty with England.
The back page is full of ads as well including two reward ads for runaways.
Four pages, purple-tinted staining does not affect readability, otherwise in good conditi... See More
Considerable reporting on the trouble with Indians in America...
Item #683305
November 07, 1682
THE LOYAL PROTESTANT and TRUE DOMESTICK INTELLIGENCE, or, NEWS both from City and Countrey. London, April 26, 1681 Printed just below the masthead: "Published to prevent False, Scandalous and Seditious Reports." This is one of the very scarce titles from the 17th century as I believe we have only offered a few in the past 46 years.
Complete as a single sheet issue, 7 1/4 by ... See More
News from Jamaica...
Item #683299
December 01, 1792
JACKSON'S OXFORD JOURNAL, England, Dec. 1, 1792 Two wood engravings in the masthead and a red tax stamp on the front page. Mostly European reports however page 3 has some detail concerning the growing sugar-maple cultivation in New Your and Pennsylvania.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, small repaired loss at the bottom of the blank spine not touching any text, nice condition.
From Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, not commonly offered...
Item #683298
February 04, 1786
THE NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England, Feb. 4, 1786 A handsome newspapers not commonly encountered on the collector market, with news events mostly from the United Kingdom but elsewhere in Europe as well. A wealth of ads.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, a full red tax stamp on the front page, nice condition.
Printed just before the Stamp Act...
Item #683273
June 14, 1764
ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE OR THE BRITISH EVENING POST, London, June 14, 1764 Typical news of the day from the year before the hated Stamp Act too effect in the American colonies.
Four pages, some foxing mostly near the margins, minor repairs at the spine.
Reports relating to the end of the Revolutionary War...
Item #683255
August 05, 1783
THE YORK COURANT, England, Aug. 5, 1783 This is a title we rarely have an opportunity to offer. The front page has a letter to Sir Guy Carleton at New York concerning the recapture of the Bahama Islands. Page 2 has a few reports concerning the end of the war, and work on the treaty of peace. Close-trimming affects some words.
Four pages, close-trimmed at the bottom margin affects some words... See More
Quite rare & early newspaper... An encounter with highwaymen...
Item #683254
January 01, 1736
THE OLD WHIG, OR THE CONSISTENT PROTESTANT, London, Jan. 1, 1735-6 A very rare title, and early as well for a folio-size newspaper (measures 9 1/2 by 15 in.).
This title only published for just 4 years. A few essays plus a good variety of news reports of the day including a page 3 report of a stagecoach passenger's encounter with highwaymen (robbers).
Four pages, wide, never-trim... See More
London life, at the end of the Revolutionary War...
Item #683252
May 06, 1783
THE GENERAL EVENING POST, London, May 6, 1783 As might be expected the news reports are almost entirely European, just the end of the Revolutionary War. No war-related reports are within.
Four pages, good condition.
From Birmingham, England, before the Revolutionary War...
Item #683248
September 14, 1772
ARIS'S BIRMINGHAM GAZETTE, England, Sept. 14, 1772 This is the only18th century title we have offered from Birmingham. Filled with various news & ads of the day, it is full folio size with 4 pages with a full red-inked tax stamp on the front page. Some ink stains, minor dirtiness, generally good condition.
From Dublin, Ireland... Ships in North America...
Item #683245
February 11, 1758
PUE'S OCCURRENCES, Dublin, Ireland, Feb. 11, 1758 An early Irish newspaper with news from various corners of Europe. Page 3 has two Proclamations by the Mayor of Dublin. Other Irish & European news reports.
Four pages, 10 1/2 by 17 inches, never-trimmed margins, scattered foxing, generally good condition.
Early ad for playing cards... Runaway indentured apprentice...
Item #683210
November 20, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, November 20, 1799
* Very early playing cards
* Backgammon boards
The back page includes many ads, two of which are very early ads for "Playing Cards", being Henry the Eighth, Columbian brand cards and backgammon boards. A few other particulars as noted in the ads (see photos).
News of the day. Complete in 4 pages, a little spine we
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* Very early playing cards
* Backgammon boards
The back page includes many ads, two of which are very early ads for "Playing Cards", being Henry the Eighth, Columbian brand cards and backgammon boards. A few other particulars as noted in the ads (see photos).
News of the day. Complete in 4 pages, a little spine we
Creating the Mason-Dixon Line: map of America...
Item #683209
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1769 * Early America map
* Pennsylvania and Maryland
* Mason and Dixon Line creation
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the nice full page map of the Chesapeake region showing parts of Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and all of Delaware. The inset in the lower right corner reads: "A Map of that Part of Ameri... See More
Map of the Balkan Peninsula... Turkey, Bulgaria, and more...
Item #683207
SUPPLEMENT TO THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, 1770 * Map of Turkey, the Balkan Peninsula, and more.
This "Supplement" issue was produced at the end of the year. The prime content is the very nice & very detailed map, labeled in the cartouche as: "A New and Accurate Map of TURKEY IN EUROPE Drawn from the Best Authorities...1770".
This map shows the Balkan ... See More
Ten London newspapers from the 1790's...
Item #683169
May 04, 1795
(10) THE SUN and THE TIMES were two of the more famous & successful of British newspapers in the late 18th century. The Times remains one of the iconic papers of the world, having begun in 1788 and is still printing today. It was the first newspaper to have "Times" in the title, since lending its name to innumerable newspapers on both sides of the Atlantic.
Here is a lot of ten issu... See More
Comic solution for a troubled bridge...
Item #683160
May 15, 1792
THE MAIL OR CLAYPOOLE'S DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, May 15, 1792 The front page has a piece concerning a bridge to be built across the Potomac at Georgetown which is somewhat comic. The back page has an illustrated ad for: "Whips & Canes" by John McAlllister, with details.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Indians, the French Revolutionary, Henry Knox, and more...
Item #683141
February 07, 1793
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 7, 1793 On the front page: "On the Happiness Attainable in the Last Moments of Life". Page 3 has a letter: "...from Rochdebout, on the Ottawa River, or Miami of Lake Erie..." which begins: "I congratulate you on the agreement of the council of the confederated Tribes, to the listed proposals of peace from you... See More
Letter from General Anthony Wayne's army...
Item #683139
November 17, 1794
DUNLAP & CLAYPOOLE'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 17, 1794 As the title would suggest there is a great wealth of advertising, but half of pages 2 & 3 have news reports including a descriptive letter: "...from an Officer in General Wayne's Army". The back page features 30 illustrated ship ads along with 2 runaway reward ads.
Four pages, never-trimme... See More
Published by Ben Franklin's grandson...
Item #683138
February 01, 1794
GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 1, 1794 This issue was published by Benjamin Franklin Bache, Ben's grandson. The front page is filled with ads including a "One Hundred Dollars Reward" ad for a runaway Dutch servant boy, with details. Page 4 has 5 illustrated ship ads.
Four pages never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
Set of five different mastheads for the same title...
Item #683133
April 24, 1707
THE POST BOY, London Here is an interesting set of five different issues dating from 1707, 1715, 1719, 1728 and 1733. As was often the case newspapers which existed over 30 years the masthead would often change, sometimes subtly. Here is a set with each masthead being slightly different, the earliest 2 with two engravings each, all differently slightly, and the last without any masthead engr... See More
By America's first newspaper publisher...
Item #683128
January 06, 1679
DOMESTICK INTELLIGENCE Or News Both From CITY and COUNTRY, London, England, Jan. 6, 1679 A very early single sheet newspaper published by Benjamin Harris (his imprint appears on the bottom of the back page), the first newspaper printer in the colonies.
Harris spent several years in jail in London for libelous printing, and upon release he emigrated to America to continue his printing trade.... See More
Handsome newspaper from the era...
Item #683127
April 14, 1795
KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, April 14, 1795 A handsome issue of the 18th century, with two decorative embellishments in the masthead & ornate lettering in the title. Various British news & ads of the day with a partial red tax stamp on page 3.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Handsome masthead...
Item #683125
June 30, 1798
FELIX FARLEY'S BRISTOL JOURNAL, England, June 30, 1798 Nice engraving in the masthead. The news reports are almost entirely from England but a few items from elsewhere in Europe. Nice red tax stamp on the front page.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, a few good condition.
Newspaper edited by the famed Jonathan Swift...
Item #683123
August 07, 1713
THE EXAMINER, London, Aug. 7, 1713 This editorial-format newspaper was edited by the famed Jonathan Swift at this time (of Gulliver's Travels fame), It promoted a Tory perspective on British politics, at a time when Queen Anne had replaced Whig ministers with Tories.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper as was typical of the day, 7 1/2 by 13 inches, nice condition.
This newspaper lasted but two years...
Item #683113
April 13, 1795
FEDERAL ORRERY, Boston, April 13, 1795 A volume one issue of this elusive title from Boston which lasted just two years. Various news of the day & a wealth of ads.
Four pages, rejoined at the spine, nice condition.
Revolutionary War pay document for an officer...
Item #683112
November 09, 1781
A hand-written Revolutionary War pay document from the State of Connecticut dated Nov. 9, 1781. It notes: "Sir: Pay Capt. Lee Lay thirty pounds in bill of this state and charge the state...Nov. 14, 1781" with two signatures.
Measures 6 1/4 by 7 1/2 inches, totally handwritten, very nice condition. A terrific item for display and dated less than a month after Cornwallis' surrender.&n... See More
Ten London newspapers from 1782...
Item #683108
October 15, 1782
ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, England, 1782 A lot of ten issues from 1782, the year before the treaty ending the Revolutionary War was ratified. A wealth of news reports of the day but I do not find anything noteworthy concerning America.
Each is complete in 4 pages, never bound nor trimmed, handsome engraving in the masthead, red tax stamp on the front page, some foxing, some margin w... See More
Washington's state-of-the-union address... John Wesley in Savannah...
Item #683103
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1792 Included under: "American Intelligence" is: "The President's Address to both Houses of the Federal legislature..." which is the full text of Washington's annual state-of-the-union address to Congress, signed at its conclusion: G. Washington, and dated Oct. 25, 1791.Also included is the lengthy article: "Wa... See More
The Yellow Fever epidemic...
Item #683042
October 24, 1798
THE SPECTATOR, New York, Oct. 24, 1798 An unusual issue being single sheet rather than the typical 4 pages due to the on-going Yellow Fever Epidemic which ravaged much of the Eastern United States at that time.
There are front page articles relating to the epidemic including a report on the number of recent deaths from the fever.
Four pages, never-trimmed, minor rubbing, good condition.... See More
A short-lived title 18th century title...
Item #683026
January 20, 1753
THE ADVENTURER, London, England, Jan. 20, 1753 An uncommon, essay-format bi-weekly newspaper addressed specifically to men, containing six pages & lasting only for 17 months from 1752 to 1753. While each issue varies, common contributors included John Hawkesworth and Samuel Johnson.
A decorative embellishment at the top of the front page.
Six pages, 7 by 11 inches, very nice cond... See More
Map of St. Petersburg... On the Georgia alligator & how Oglethorpe treated them...
Item #683024
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1749 Perhaps the prime feature of this issue is the very nice foldout map titled within the decorative cartouche: "Plan of St. Petersburg with its Fortifications, built by Peter the Great in 1703". One-third of the map shows: "The Harbour of Crownslot, the River Neva & Canal..." This map folds out to measure 8 by 10 1/2
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Byron's around-the-world voyage in the Dolphin...
Item #683006
April 18, 1767
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 18, 1767 Inside has half of a page taken up with: "Further Extracts from A Voyage round the World in his Majesty's Ship the Dolphin, Commanded by the Hon. Commodore Byron".
Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 inches, very nice condition.
John Adams script signatures... Trenton the federal capital...
Item #683005
October 19, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 19, 1799 The front page features two Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: John Adams. One is a conclusion from a previous issue for regulating: "...trade with Indian tribes & to preserve peace on the frontiers." and the other to authorize the President: "...to fill certain vacancies in the army & navy.".
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John Adams script signatures... Trenton the federal capital...
Item #683004
October 19, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 19, 1799 The front page features two Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: John Adams. One is a conclusion from a previous issue for regulating: "...trade with Indian tribes & to preserve peace on the frontiers." and the other to authorize the President: "...to fill certain vacancies in the army & navy.".
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Will Loyalist merchants in Charleston be left in the lurch? Land in Canada for the Loyalists...
Item #683002
November 26, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 26, 1782 Page 4 is entirely taken up with the petitions of various merchants in Charleston to General Leslie (military commander of British troops in the city) recalling a commercial agreement of two years prior, now suspect given the planned evacuation of the British from Charleston.
Page 6 includes: "In the Treaty of Peace now carrying on between G... See More
Buonaparte has lost the confidence of his army...
Item #682998
September 11, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Sept. 11, 1799 Inside has much on the war in Europe including: "Army of Italy" "Army of the Danube" and other datelines from Vienna, Zurich, London, etc. Pg. 3 has: "Latest News of Buonaparte in Egypt" which includes: "...Buonaparte has lost the confidence of his army, who are very discontented...". ... See More
Item #682997
October 15, 1798
THE FARMER'S WEEKLY MUSEUM; NEW HAMPSHIRE & VERMONT JOURNAL, Walpole, Oct. 15, 1798 The ftpg. has: "Biography - Character of Talleyrand". Over half of pg. 2 has: "Mr. Gerry's Answer to the Minister of Foreign Affairs' Letter of the 24th".
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, minor margin tears, good condition.
The 'Swamp Fox' enters into a treaty with the Loyalists...
Item #682995
August 13, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 13, 1782 Page 7 has the: "Articles of Treaty Between General Marion in Behalf of the State of South Carolina, and Major Ganey [for the Loyalists] & the Inhabitants Under his Command...17th of June, 1781". This was a truce which begins: "Major Ganey and his men under his command to lay down their arms as enemies to the State, & are no... See More
Soldiers in Pittsburgh...
Item #682894
May 07, 1792
THE MAIL; OR CLAYPOOLE'S DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, May 7, 1792 Page 3 has a report beginning: "The people of Pittsburgh have laid their plans for the retaining all the troops at that place, & of course will reap all the advantages arising from our western army..." with more.
The back page has an unusual illustrated ad for a "Fire Engine" with details.
Four... See More
Handsome masthead... The French Revolution...
Item #682893
January 24, 1793
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Jan. 24, 1793 This newspaper has one of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century.
Much of page 2 is taken up with a report concerning the French Revolution, as well as a note that citizens: "...begged that the Convention would delay the discussion on the trial of Louis XVI for one month..." with more.
Page 3 has a... See More
Kentucky & navigation of the Mississippi...
Item #682836
April 27, 1795
FEDERAL INTELLIGENCER & BALTIMORE DAILY GAZETTE, April 27, 1795 Page 2 ha a lengthy letter signed by Isaac Shelby, governor of Kentucky, which includes near the beginning: "...progress of the negotiation now depending between the United States of America and the court of Madrid respecting the navigation of the Mississippi...".
Four pages, very nice condition.... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1677...
Item #682827
December 17, 1677
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 17, 1677
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measuri... See More
Franklin, Washington, and Haym Salomon...
Item #682808
January 17, 1784
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 17 1784 Page 2 has a report from Paris beginning: "Dr. Franklin has lately delivered to the Sieur de Fleury...Lt. Colonel in the service of the United States of America, a medal which has been decreed for him by Congress, after taking fo Stony Point..." noting his heroic effort at the important battle.
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King Philip's War: the first war in America...
Item #682795
August 19, 1675
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, August 19, 1675 The significance of what is known as "King Philip's War" is lost with most Americans, but the event cannot be over-stated. This was America's first war, and the only newspaper in existence to report is was this title. As Wikipedia notes, this was an armed conflict between Native American inhabitants of present-day New England and... See More
Early issue of America's first successful newspaper...
Item #682697
August 23, 1739
THE BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, August 23, 1739 Above the title is "New-England", likely to distinguish this newspaper from the city of Boston in England.
This very rare title was the first successful newspaper in the colonies, having begun in 1704 and lasting until the British occupation of Boston in 1776. It was only preceded by "Public Occurrances Both Foreign and Domestick... See More
The English will not abandon the settling of Australia...Wilberforce & slavery...
Item #682670
May 28, 1789
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 28, 1789 Page 7 has a brief item from Parliament headed: "Botany Bay" reading: "Mr. Hussey asked whether it was the intention of Ministers to prosecute the scheme of forming a settlement in Botany Bay? Mr. Pitt said that from the accounts hitherto received from the Colony, they saw no reason for abandoning it."
Considerable discus... See More
The notorious pirate Captain Kidd is executed !
Item #682668
May 26, 1701
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, May 22-26, 1701 The London Gazette is the oldest continually published newspaper in the world, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today.
This issue contains on page two an exceedingly significant report--perhaps the rarest and most sought after pirate report to be found in any newspaper--which is datelined "London, May 23" and reads: &q
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This issue contains on page two an exceedingly significant report--perhaps the rarest and most sought after pirate report to be found in any newspaper--which is datelined "London, May 23" and reads: &q
Creating the District of Columbia...
Item #682667
January 27, 1791
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 27, 1791 The entire first column on page 2 is taken up with a very historic document: "A Proclamation" in which Maryland & Virginia both offered to cede to the United States land upon which the capital would be created.
The text includes in part: "...the State of Maryland...cede(d) to Congress a district of ten mi... See More
Beautiful masthead... On the Battle of Eutaw Springs...
Item #682666
December 29, 1781
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL & THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, December 29, 1781 I have always thought this newspaper has one of the finest masthead, featuring an uncommonly large engraving with an Indian and an angel on either side of the "Journal", plus a 3-masted ship & other embellishments. A decorative issue for display.
Inside has a letter from St. Augustine noting:... See More
World's first daily newspaper...
Item #682661
October 23, 1717
THE DAILY COURANT, London, Oct. 23, 1717 This was the world's first successful daily newspaper, and is a landmark issue for any newspaper collection as such, having begun in 1702. As would be imagined the issue is almost entirely taken up with various European reports, with over half of the back page taken up with advertisements.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper measuring 7 by 13 3/... See More
From just days prior to the storming of the Bastille beginning the French Revolution...
Item #682638
July 18, 1789
THE DIARY, OR WOODFALL'S REGISTER, London, July 18, 1789 Pages 2 and 3 have a lengthy: "Address to the King on the subject of Bringing the Troops to Paris, voted by the National Assembly on the 9th...". This is followed by: "To this Address his Majesty Returned the Following Answer".
Keep in mind that the mentioned letter is from 5 days before the storming of the Bas... See More
Slavery and the slave trade...
Item #682636
June 26, 1789
THE DIARY, OR WOODFALL'S REGISTER, London, June 26, 1789 Over two-thirds of the back page is taken up with an interesting discussion of the slave trade, the early portion as it relates to the Quakers in Pennsylvania.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, full red tax stamp on page 3, great condition.
Great letter on Dummer's War...
Item #682627
January 01, 1726
THE POST-BOY, London, Dec. 30 to Jan. 1, 1725(6) This early title typically has little if any American content, but this issue is an exception, and a notable one at that.
The back page has a speech signed in type by William Dummer, the Lt. Governor of Massachusetts Bay. This speech is concerning events what is known as "Dummer's War" with the local Indians, with mention that h... See More
A notable event in the history of religious freedom in America...
Item #682626
December 26, 1724
THE POST-BOY, London, Dec. 26, 1724 This early title typically has little if any American content, but this issue is an exception. The back page has: "By a letter from New-England we have advice that on the 10th of November last came on the trial of Mr. John Checkley before the Superior Judges, upon an appeal from a judgment given against him in the Inferior Court in July before. After ... See More
A new governor for North Carolina...
Item #682625
December 31, 1724
THE POST-BOY, London, Dec. 31, 1724 Although the reporting is mostly concerning England as well as the rest of Europe, page 2 has a brief item: "Sir Richard Everet is appointed Governor of North Carolina, in the room of Capt. Barrington."
Single sheet newspaper with two handsome engravings in the masthead, full red tax stamp on the back page, nice condition.
See the handsome engravings in the masthead...
Item #682624
September 02, 1746
THE LONDON COURANT, England, Sept. 2, 1746 The masthead features two nice engravings. The front page is taken up with various news from England & elsewhere, while the back page is mostly advertisements. The ftpg. includes several reports from "Scotland" relating to the on-going Jacobite Rebellion.
Complete as a large single sheet, 10 1/2 by 17 1/4 inches, bit close-trimmed at ... See More
Handsome masthead...
Item #682618
June 23, 1798
FELIX FARLEY'S BRISTOL JOURNAL, England, June 23, 1798
* 18th century publication
Nice engraving in the masthead. The news reports are almost entirely from England but a few items from elsewhere in Europe. Nice red tax stamp on the front page.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, a few good condition.
Handsome newspaper from the era...
Item #682617
April 07, 1795
KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, April 7, 1795
* Uncommon 18th century publication
A handsome issue of the 18th century, with two decorative embellishments in the masthead & ornate lettering in the title. Various British news & ads of the day.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Protestants versus the Catholics... He would become a saint...
Item #682614
July 12, 1681
THE IMPARTIAL PROTESTANT MERCURY, London, England, July 12, 1681
* Rare 17th century publication
This single-sheet newspaper is a fascinating paper published during this time of struggle between Catholics and Protestants in government.
News is almost entirely from England, however the back page has a report beginning "A Capuchin, called by the name of Marcus de Aviano, an Italian... See More
A displayable 18th century newspaper...
Item #682602
October 02, 1716
THE POST BOY, London, Oct. 2, 1716
* Rare title w/ nice masthead
One of the nicer mastheads of the 18th century as it features two handsome engravings (see). Various news reports from Europe. The back page is mostly filled with advertisements and notices.
Complete as a single sheet newspaper, measures 8 1/4 by 14 inches, very nice condition.... See More
Cook's voyage to the Northwest coast with a related print..
Item #682588
THE UNIVERSAL MAGAZINE, London, February, 1785 This magazine--much more scarce than the Gentleman's Magazine--published in serial form the account of: "Captain Cook's Voyage to the Northern Hemisphere...", this issue containing reports from after August, 1778 when he was exploring the far northwest coast of North America in search of a Northwest passage to the Atlantic, ext... See More
Cook's voyage to the Northwest coast, with the rare plate of natives from Oonalashka...
Item #682586
THE UNIVERSAL MAGAZINE, (London), December, 1784. Included also is the "Supplement" issue.This magazine--much more scarce than the Gentleman's Magazine--published in serial form the account of: "Captain Cook's Voyage to the Northern Hemisphere...", this issue containing reports from May, 1778 when they were exploring the Northwest coast of North America. As noted in &... See More
Rare map of Captain Cook's voyage...
Item #682585
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1776 This issue includes a lengthy article (3+ pages) on Captain Cook and the: "Resolution's Voyage of Discovery to the Southern Hemisphere".Accompanying this article is a rare full page map titled: "Part of the Tropical Discoveries of the Resolution Sloop, Captain Cook in 1774, Referred to in p. 119" and page 119 is the ment... See More
Reporting from colonial America...
Item #682584
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, June, 1755 Always one of our favorite magazines if only because of the very nice engraving at the top of the title page, showing the skyline of London at the time. Within is a very nice foldout map of the county of Glamorgan (located in the southern portion of Wales), measuring 8 by 9 inches showing much detail, & includes a related article.Articles includ... See More
Early Georgia... Map of the English Channel...
Item #682582
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1759 The first article is: "A Description of Havre de Grace" which takes over a full page and is accompanied by a nice foldout map showing part of the English Channel including the Isle of Wight off the coast of Southampton and also the coast of Normandy including Havre de Grace. There are two detailed insets, one showing the "Pla
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Eulogy of Dr. Halley... Three full page plates...
Item #682572
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1747 Nearly five pages are taken up with the continuation of: "The Eulogy of Dr. Halley" (spelled elogy), being the famous Edmund Halley, the astronomer, and for whom "Halley's Comet" is named. Part 1 is found in the October issue.
Two pages are consumed with a lengthy "List of Ships Taken" by the French &
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Two pages are consumed with a lengthy "List of Ships Taken" by the French &
Much reading on the Revolutionary War...
Item #682568
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1778 The first article is: "Lord North's Propositions for Peace with America" taking over 4 pages. There is also a very lengthy item: "Extracts from the Congress Accounts of the Northern Expedition" which takes over 6 pages with terrific reading & includes a letter signed: Horatio Gates.There is great reading in: "... See More
Map of the Old World before the Great Flood... More Protestant Germans for Georgia...
Item #682567
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1736 Perhaps of greatest significance is: "The People before the Flood did not Understand Navigation" with an accompanying & sensational full page plate titled: "A Map of the Old World as it Appeared Before God Destroy'd it With the Waters of the Flood".This plate measures 8 by 5 inches and is in very nice co... See More
Louis XVI, with print of the guillotine...
Item #682565
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1793 This issue contains the: "Minutes of the Proceedings of the National Convention of France" which takes 4 pages with considerable detail on the trial of Louis XVI with a subhead: "The Final Judgment of Louis XVI" which has text which includes: "...Is Louis guilty?...I hereby declare that the National Convention has fou... See More
Louis XVI, with print of the guillotine...
Item #682564
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1793 This issue contains the "Minutes of the Proceedings of the National Convention of France" which takes 4 pages with considerable detail on the trial of Louis XVI and includes a subhead: "The Final Judgment of Louis XVI" which has text which includes: "...Is Louis guilty?...I hereby declare that the National Convention ... See More
Louis XVI, with print of the guillotine...
Item #682563
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1793 This issue contains the "Minutes of the Proceedings of the National Convention of France" which takes 4 pages with considerable detail on the trial of Louis XVI and includes a subhead: "The Final Judgment of Louis XVI" which has text which includes: "...Is Louis guilty?...I hereby declare that the National Convention ... See More
Revolutionary War in the Caribbean...
Item #682562
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, March, 1779 There are some news reports near the back of the issue including various intelligence on naval events in the Caribbean relating to the Revolutionary War. There is also a very nice engraving, captioned: "Druid's Monument Near Keswick in Cumberland" looking somewhat like Stonehenge, this being the oldest stone circle in all of Europe. The... See More
Map of the Caribbean island of Tobago...
Item #682559
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE SUPPLEMENT, London, For the Year 1778 A very nice "Supplement" issue published at the end of the year, & from the Revolutionary War.Perhaps the best item in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of the Island of TOBAGO, Drawn from an Actual Survey by Thos. Bowen 1779". The map is quite detailed and measures 8 1/2 by 10 1/2 i... See More
On Ben Franklin's water spouts, with a print...
Item #682557
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1788 Perhaps the most interesting article is: "Dr. Lindsay on Dr. Franklin's Doctrine of Water-spouts" which comments on Ben Franklin's work. This article takes 2 1/2 pages and one of the plates includes prints of various water spouts.An article: "Edict in Favour of America, Issued at Paris" begins: "While the Bri... See More
Map of Veracruz & the castle of San Juan...
Item #682555
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1740 The prime feature of this issue is the nice foldout map of Vera Cruz, Castle of San Juan, Port of New Spain titled: "A Plan of the City and Harbour of La Vera Cruz and the Castle of San Juan De Ulua, being the Key of Traffick and the Principal Port of New Spain", folding out to measure 6 by 7 inches. There is a related article head
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Adams's inauguration: the peaceful transfer of power...
Item #682538
March 13, 1797
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, March 13, 1797 A very historic issue as it reports the true test of the great American republic: the peaceful transfer of power.
Page 2 has a report noting in part: "On Saturday at twelve o'clock...soon after his election, JOHN ADAMS as President of the United States attended in the Chamber of the House of Rep. too take the oath of office ac... See More
Ten bookplates from the 18th century...
Item #682477
March 09, 1760
LOT OF TEN BOOKPLATES, mostly (if not all) from the 1700's. Various engravings of shields and coats-of-arms, most measuring about 3 by 4 inches, mostly nice.
Terrific map of the "West Indies"... Hebrew customs discussed...
Item #682427
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1740
* Early and rare 18th century map
* West Indies & Southeast America
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "An Accurate Map of the WEST INDIES, Exhibiting not only all the Islands possessed by the English, French, Spaniards, & Dutch, but also all the Towns and Settleme
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* Early and rare 18th century map
* West Indies & Southeast America
Certainly the prime feature of this issue is the terrific foldout map titled: "An Accurate Map of the WEST INDIES, Exhibiting not only all the Islands possessed by the English, French, Spaniards, & Dutch, but also all the Towns and Settleme
Letter concerning "...the ingrates of America..."
Item #682417
September 01, 1778
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 1, 1778
* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century original
* From The Enemy
Page 2 has: "An address of the Oneida Sachems to a party of young warriors, bound to Gen. Washington...", for those joining the military forces under Washington, and includes in part: "...if you observe good order, sobriety, and play the man, your deportment i... See More
Mary Wollstonecraft, one of the earliest feminists...
Item #682416
April 21, 1795
KENTISH GAZETTE, Winchester, England, April 21, 1795
* Mary Wollstonecraft - feminist
This newspaper has one of the more decorative & beautiful mastheads of the era. Note the two very detailed engravings on either side, one being the fabled Canterbury Cathedral. The back page has a brief item mentioned Mary Wollstonecraft, one of the earliest woman's rights advocates, with ment... See More
Rare publication from the 1600's...
Item #682415
May 28, 1689
A CONTINUATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE ESTATES IN SCOTLAND, London, England, May 28, 1689
* Very rare 17th century publication
The year of this issue is printed in the dateline of the lead article on the front page, as the dateline contains only the month and day.
This is issue #24 of a short-lived title which existed to report on the ongoing disputes between the S... See More
Terrific 18th century ship illustration...
Item #682414
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1748 * Great 18th century ship illustration
Certainly the feature item in this issue is the terrific, full page illustration of: "A Ship Of War" with considerable detail, and with most of the facing page having the "Explanation to a Ship of War of the third Rate with Rigging, &c., at Anchor".
The "Explanation" n... See More
Nice item on Sir Christopher Wren...
Item #682413
September 08, 1716
THE POST BOY, Sept. 8, 1716
* British architect Christopher Wren
* Rare publication w/ nice masthead
Near the top of the back page is a very significant item on the famous architect Sir Christopher Wren.
The report reads: "Christopher Wren, Esq., is removed from being Clerk of his Majesty's Works, and is succeeded by John Mercer Esq., formerly belonging to Mr. How's Offi... See More
News from America...
Item #682412
March 01, 1787
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, March, 1787 Included near the back is nearly a full page of: "American News" beginning with mention that Virginia has created duties on imports, with details. From New York is mention that: "Congress have lately concluded a negociation with the Court of Lisbon in respect of trade..." with some details. A few other items as well.
Included... See More
Day of thanksgiving in Boston... an abacus... music writing machine....
Item #682411
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1748 Interesting articles: "Invention of Writing Music by Playing It" with two small illustrations; "Articles For a General Peace" "Introduction to Heraldry" "A Religious Tax Proposed" "Proclamation Against Commerce with France".There is also content regarding the war in America & p... See More
A rare and early title from Dublin, Ireland...
Item #682372
January 24, 1711
THE EXAMINER, Dublin, January 24, 1710-11 Depending on which calendar was being used, the year was 1710 or 1711 (the latter by our current calendar). The entire issue is one lengthy political commentary. The imprint appears at the bottom of page 4: "Dublin: Printed at the Old Post-Office in Fishshamble Street, 1711".
This is the volume 1, number 25 issue. Four pages, 5 3/4 b... See More
From Germany during the Revolutionary War...
Item #682370
INTELLIGENZ-BLATT [Intelligence Sheet], Leipzig, Germany, Nov. 14, 1778 Above the title, translated, is "Most Priviledged".An interesting title from during the American Revolutionary War. I am not aware of American content due to the German text, but given Hessian involvement in the war, some interest in American affairs would be logical.
Eight pages, 9 by 7 inches, very nice co... See More
Interesting title & newspaper...
Item #682360
July 07, 1787
OLLA PODRIDA, Oxford, England, July 7, 1787
* Rare publication
Although having a Spanish name (translates to "any miscellaneous collection or assortment") this newspaper is in English. The content is essentially a lengthy editorial on a topic.
Complete in six pages, 7 1/4 by 11 3/4 inches, very nice condition.... See More
Great map showing North America... On taxing America without their consent...
Item #682287
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1776 The prime feature of this issue is the great map showing all of the western hemisphere titled: "A New Projection of the Western Hemisphere of the Earth on a Plane shewing the proportions of its several parts nearly as on a Globe, By J. Hardy, at Eton College." The map is dated at the bottom: "by F. Newbery, Ludgat
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By the famed Isaiah Thomas...
Item #682284
November 25, 1795
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Nov. 25, 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, some foxing, a bit irrregular at the spine, some rubbing ... See More
A handsome, 18th century displayable newspaper...
Item #682265
April 21, 1794
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, April 21, 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 irregular at the margins, generally very nice.... See More
Cabinet positions in Washington's new government include John Jay as first Chief Justice...
Item #682219
November 01, 1789
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1789 Near the back is a report headed: "America" which details the power of the Executive Dept. of the new federal government, including: "The Executive Power, which forms one of the branches of ours new Government...to fill the different departments are appointed as follows: Mr. Jefferson, Secretary of State; General Knox, Secre... See More
The immigrant issue in America in 1787...
Item #682214
May 01, 1787
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1787 Included is a brief section headed: "American News" which references the end of the Shays' Rebellion in Massachusetts, and also mention that: "...from Philadelphia...that thirty thousand emigrants have arrived there since the war; that twenty thousand Germans and Dutch occupy a tract of 50 miles; and that grants have been made of... See More
Rare, early title...
Item #682171
FOG'S WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, Nov. 20, 1731 * Rare 18th century publication
A quite rare title from England with a very early date. Various news of the day both from England and the rest of Europe.
Four pages, 9 3/4 by 12 1/2 inches, very nice condition.
Building a lighthouse on Cape Henry... Treasury Dept. document on the historic Funding Act of 1790...
Item #682060
September 29, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Sept. 29, 1790
* Cape Henry Lighthouse (Virginia Beach)
* Funding Act of 1790
The front page has a short item signed: H. Knox, Secretary of War, concerning payments to wounded veterans of the Revolutionary War. The front page also has a notable item headed: "Treasury Department" concerning the historic Funding Act of 1790, wher
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* Cape Henry Lighthouse (Virginia Beach)
* Funding Act of 1790
The front page has a short item signed: H. Knox, Secretary of War, concerning payments to wounded veterans of the Revolutionary War. The front page also has a notable item headed: "Treasury Department" concerning the historic Funding Act of 1790, wher
A report on the Great Plague from 1666...
Item #682029
August 23, 1666
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, August 23, 1666 A notable issue from the year when the Great Plague was raging, and also from the year of the Great London Fire.
At the bottom of the back page is a death report which ties it specifically to this significant year: "The Account of this Weeks Bill runs thus. The Total 290. Of the Plague 42. Decreased in all 42. Decreased of the Plague 6."... See More
Very handsome Revolutionary War newspaper from Philadelphia...
Item #682028
December 11, 1779
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Dec. 11, 1779
* American Revolutionary War
* Great masthead for display
This newspaper features one of the most ornate and decorative mastheads of the Revolutionary War, the words "Pennsylvania Packet" so frilly that it can be difficult to read.
Most of page 2 is taken up with; "An Act for Vesting the Est... See More
Set of five different mastheads for the same title...
Item #681916
February 01, 1707
THE POST BOY, London Here is an interesting set of five different issues dating from 1706, 1715, 1719, 1729 and 1734
* Rare & early 18th century issues (5)
* Nice masthead engravings (different)
As was often the case newspapers which existed over 30 years the masthead would often change, sometimes subtly. Here is a set with each masthead being slightly different, the earliest 2 wi... See More
America must remain vigilant...
Item #681751
January 19, 1793
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 19, 1793 Page 3 has a great letter beginning: "The important struggle now is how America shall preserve her Liberty and Equality! For it is unbecoming her after she has contended with the power of Great Britain & conquered, that she must depend solely on the success of France for their continuance!...".
Four pages, nev... See More
Famous "Unite Or Die" engraving in the masthead...
Item #681728
November 16, 1774
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, November 16, 1774 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 this newspaper, shows a snake cut into various pieces, each with a
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The Jacobite Rebellion... Battle of Falkirk with a "diagram"...
Item #681697
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1746 * The Jacobite Rebellion
* Battle of Falkirk w/ diagram
There is good content on the Jacobite Rebellion with: "Order of Battle at Falkirk-muir" being a textual diagram of the placement of troops, with other related text concerning the Battle of Falkirk.
Also: "How the most noble Party of Free-Thinkers will suffe... See More
Naval reports from the French & Indian War in America...
Item #681528
March 22, 1759
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, March 22, 1759 Page 2 has naval reports from the French & Indian War: "The Phila, Capt. Farmer, from New York...was taken the 17th of February by the Sampson privateer of Bayonne..." with more reports mentioning New York and South Carolina.
Four pages, 9 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches, red tax stamp on the front page, great condition.... See More
By the famed Isaiah Thomas...
Item #681520
May 20, 1796
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, May 20, 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, some wear at one of the top folds, bit of foxing, ge... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1676...
Item #681513
December 14, 1676
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, December 14, 1676
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, mea... See More
Madison proposes Amendments to the Constitution... Early edition of the Bill of Rights...
Item #681502
June 13, 1789
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, June 13, 1789
* Early edition of the "Bill of Rights"
* United States Constitution - Amendments
* President James Madison
An exceedingly significant issue which has, on page 3, a preliminary draft of the Bill of Rights described as "...the Amendments to the New Constitution, proposed by the Hon. Mr. Maddison [sic]...".... See More
Benjamin Franklin receives an award...
Item #681445
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1753 Near the back is a small & inconspicuous item reading: "At the anniversary meeting of the Royal Society the prize medal of gold was voted to Ben Franklyn, Esq. of Maryland, for his electrical discoveries." Note that not only did they spell his name wrong but they have his home colony wrong.
At the back is the &q... See More
The new American states struggling with money issues...
Item #681443
June 01, 1787
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, June, 1787 Included near the back is nearly half a page headed: "American News" which begins: "The present state of America is rather to be deplored than envied..." concerning its financial situation, including; "...America, like every other rising state, must have much to struggle with before it can arrive at opulence...".
Inc... See More
President John Adams' reply... Bonaparte's expedition...
Item #681404
April 10, 1799
MASSACHUSETTS SPY, OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, April 10, 1799 Page 2 has an address of the North Carolina legislature to the President expressing their concerns about the situation with France, with his reply signed in type: John Adams. Other news of the day includes: "Bonaparte's Expedition" "Army Of Italy" "Ireland" and more. The back page has 7 illustrated a
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Spain to acknowledge America's independence...
Item #681295
December 17, 1782
THE ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, Dec. 17, 1782 The front page has a report: "No official accounts are yet received of the evacuation of Charles-Town, but, by the latest accounts...we are informed this event took place the 23rd of October, that the garrison was not molested in the embarkation, and that they took almost every article of value with them...Spain not only offered Porto... See More
Consequences of peace with England...
Item #681294
December 14, 1782
THE ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, Dec. 14, 1782 The front page begins with a report: "Doctor Franklin told a gentleman...at Paris that when a pacification between America and England should happen, it was the intention of Congress to appoint consuls in Dublin & other sea ports of this Kingdom to superintend all commercial affairs between the subjects of the States and the peopl... See More
The Declaration of Independence, and more...
Item #681282
THE UNIVERSAL MAGAZINE, London, England, complete bound volume of six months for July thru December, 1776 plus the Supplement issue as well.* Original Declaration of Independence... the complete text
* As reported from Great Britain
* Entire bound volume intacted
It would be difficult to argue for a more important document in American history than the Declaration of Independence. It remai... See More
Government's role in the public welfare vs. debt...
Item #681266
May 14, 1768
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, May 14, 1768 Inside is an interesting article on the role of Government and Providence in relation to public welfare and government debt. It begins: "The political disease seems to be near a crisis...". Several hundred years later the topic continues to be at the forefront of public discourse.
Also within is a mention of "A Portugal Merchant&... See More
Growing tea in the Carolinas rather than importing it...
Item #681263
March 03, 1764
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 3, 1764 Page 6 has a curious article headed: "Of The Culture of the Tea Plant in Carolina" is an interesting report on attempts to grow tea in the colonies for their own consumption. It is signed: Americanus.
Eight pages, 8 by 10 3/4 inches, very nice condition.
Critical of the Howes in New York...
Item #681210
December 21, 1779
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Dec. 21, 1779
* Revolutionary War era newspaper
Page 2 has a letter from New York to his friend in Savannah, Georgia, noting in part: "With a body of 12,000 men we do---nothing! The rebels are the only active people here. Such are the blessed effects of the 3 years campaigns under the Howes...We have changed our chief, it is true, but I cannot s... See More
Rare Daniel DeFoe periodical...
Item #681206
June 26, 1708
A REVIEW OF THE STATE OF THE BRITISH NATION, London, June 26, 1708
* Rare Daniel Defoe periodical
* Early 18th century original
From research done by the prestigious London rare book firm of Pickering & Chatto, this is: "...one of Daniel Defoe's greatest, but least known, works. The Review covered his many interests, both literary and historical. It had a tiny original pr... See More
Ships for America... Fire in Frankfort's Jewish district...
Item #681203
January 31, 1719
THE POST-BOY, London, January 31, 1719
* Great masthead engraving
* Early 18th century original
One of the more decorative 18th century issues with two ornate engravings in the masthead, and the first letter on the ftpg. very embellished.
The front page has several items including a report from Frankfort: "A great Fire in the Jews Street hath consumed here about a hundred and te... See More
Just before the storming of the Bastile...
Item #681132
July 18, 1789
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 18, 1789
* Beginning of the French Revolution
An inside page has a lengthy report from Paris headed "Commotions In France" which covers much of the early events of the French Revolution.
Portions include: "The palace of Versailles is guarded by 3 lines of soldiers & the King has little to fear while the Marshal de Broglio is about... See More
People of Kentucky address Congress... The French Revolution...
Item #681128
July 04, 1789
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 4, 1789
* Early middle America reporting
* Kentucky - Mississippi River
Two-thirds of the front page is taken up with an: "...Address of the Inhabitants of Kentuckey...to the United States in Congress Assembled" concerning the commercial interests of Kentucky. A very early items on Kentucky which was not yet a state. Great to have on the f... See More
Death of John Hancock in his hometown newspaper...
Item #681123
October 09, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 9, 1793
* John Hancock death (1st report)
* Declaration of Independence signer
* 1st Massachusetts Governor
* From his hometown (rare)
Curiously, the ftpg. includes "A Proclamation for a Day of Public Thanksgiving By His Excellency John Hancock, Governor..." carrying over to pg. 2 where it is signed by him in type: John Hancock.
Contrast t... See More
The first successful magazine in the country...
Item #681106
April 14, 1744
THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, Boston, April 14, 1744
* Very rare 18th century magazine
* 1st successful magazine in America
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 iss... See More
Thoughts on the closing events of the Revolutionary War...
Item #681016
February 23, 1782
THE ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, Feb. 23, 1782 Page 3 has much on the situation in America. A few bits include: "...Peace was always desirable; but in the present situation of our affairs something more--it was become necessary: the best blood in the nation had been shed in a fruitless war & the resources of the country were exhausted...The barbarities exercised upon the Ameri... See More
A full size, single sheet newspaper...
Item #680968
October 27, 1730
THE DAILY POST, London, Oct. 27, 1730 A single sheet newspaper of folio size with front page news from London & elsewhere in Europe, with the back page taken up with ads.
Red tax stamp at the bottom of the back page. Measures 10 by 16 1/2 inches, the back page has some staining at the spine margin, otherwise good condition.
Capture of Ethan Allen...
Item #680937
October 21, 1775
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Oct. 21, 1775
* Ethan Allen captured
* Revolutionary War
The front page includes a letter: "To the King" which references the American situation & includes: "...Let then, royal Sire, the liberty of England and America be ever in your heart, then shall the people be free, and America shall yet be happy in the full enjoyment of ... See More
A "Diabolical Courant" newspaper within... Map of Northern Italy...
Item #680824
January 01, 1747
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, January, 1747 Of curious interest is the printing of a satire "newspaper" taking 2 1/2 pages, titled "The Diabolical Courant; or, Hellish Intelligencer". It's theme is on the recent English Civil War.
Otherwise various European reports and news of the day.
Complete in 56 pages, full title/contents page featuring a very nice & detail... See More
A "Diabolical Courant" newspaper within... Map of Northern Italy...
Item #680823
January 01, 1747
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, January, 1747 Of curious interest is the printing of a satire "newspaper" taking 2 1/2 pages, titled "The Diabolical Courant; or, Hellish Intelligencer". It's theme is on the recent English Civil War.
Included as well is a foldout map titled: "A Map of the Northern Parts of Italy Containing Savoy, Piemont, Milan, Parma, Mantua... See More
Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown, in an American newspaper...
Item #680790
December 14, 1781
THE INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, December 14, 1781 This issue contains one of the most historically significant letters from the Revolutionary War, being Cornwallis' official announcement of his surrender to Washington at the Battle of Yorktown.
The report consumes all of page 3, prefaced with: "I am directed to send you the enclosed letter from Lieutenant General Earl Corn... See More
The very historic Duche letter to General Washington... Battle of the Kegs...
Item #680789
February 19, 1778
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Feb. 19, 1778
* Jacob Duché - 1st chaplain to the Continental Congress
* Famous letter to General George Washington
* American Revolutionary War
A nice feature of the masthead is a great engraving taken after one done earlier by Paul Revere, showing a patriot soldier with a sword in one hand and a scroll reading "Independence" in the ot... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1672...
Item #680778
April 25, 1672
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, April 25, 1672
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measur... See More
Printed during the Revolutionary War...
Item #680715
March 10, 1780
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, March 10, 1780
* American Revolutionary War era newspaper
Although from the midst of the Revolutionary War I cannot find any reference to it, this issue filled primarily with reports from Europe, including military reports.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition. ... See More
With both the die number and plate number...
Item #680695
October 06, 1789
THE DIARY; or, WOODFALL'S REGISTER, London, October 6, 1789
* Red tax stamp w/ plate & die #
* Uncommon publication
* 18th century original
As seen in the photo the front page includes a nice red-inked tax stamp which not only has the restrike die number but the plate number as well: "No. 10" in the lower right corner. This four page newspaper has c... See More
George Washington Act of Congress...
Item #680689
July 27, 1796
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 27, 1796
* President George Washington
* Lengthy Act of Congress
Most of the front page is taken up with an Act of Congress concerning duties on carriages, which is signed in type: G. Washington, President of the United States.
Page 3 has reports from Savannah, Philadelphia, New York, Northampton, Portland, Newburyport, and Bo... See More
A petition from the people of Halifax, Nova Scotia...
Item #680668
January 03, 1758
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 3, 1758 Inside has over a full page headed: "America" with a Halifax, Nova Scotia dateline, beginning: "The following Memorial, signed by the principal merchants & freeholders in Halifax was...delivered to the Lieutenant Governor."
Eight pages, 8 by 11 inches, various chipping at the margins, good condition.
Washington & Gage on the treatment of prisoners...
Item #680663
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1795* Re. Revolutionary War prisoners
* George Washington & Thomas Gage
Included is: "General Gage's Answer to General Washington" dated at Boston, Aug. 13, 1775, which is in response to Washington's complaint that American prisoners were being treated very poorly. Gage does in part: "...Britons, ever per-emin... See More
Significant & rare Judaica print... Burgoyne in Parliament to answer for Saratoga...
Item #680658
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, May, 1778 Certainly the most significant item in this issue is the very nice foldout engraving which is described on the contents page as: "An Inside View of the Jews Synagogue at Amsterdam, and of the Ceremony of sounding the Horn on New Year's Day".This plate folds out to 8 1/4 by 8 3/4 inches, has minor foxing, and a library stamp in a ... See More
William Cobbett's famous newspaper...
Item #680619
March 03, 1798
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, March 3, 1798
* Rare 18th century American publication
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 Jeffer... See More
Death of Governor James Bowdoin...
Item #680607
November 24, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Nov. 24, 1790
* James Bowdoin death
* 2nd Governor of Massachusetts
The front page has: "Mr. Bowdoin" being a brief report announcing the death of James Bowdoin, a former Massachusetts governor and scholar, plus the "Order Of Procession" for his funeral.
A page 3 report from "Philadelphia" says the President was abou... See More
Set of five different mastheads for the same title...
Item #680603
February 01, 1707
THE POST BOY, London Here is an interesting set of five different issues dating from 1707, 1715, 1719, 1729 and 1734. As was often the case newspapers which existed over 30 years the masthead would often change, sometimes subtly. Here is a set with each masthead being slightly different, the earliest 2 with two engravings each, all differently slightly, and the last without any masthead engr... See More
Great foldout map of "West Florida" from Pensacola to New Orleans...
Item #680579
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, February, 1772 * Nice map of "West Florida"
* Pensacola, Florida, to New Orleans, Louisiana
* Plate of a rare bird from the Hudson Bay
Certainly the most notable item in this issue is the very nice foldout map titled: "A Map of Part of WEST FLORIDA" from Pensacola to the Mouth of Iberville River, with a View to shew t... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #680543
August 04, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 4, 1673
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is complete as a single sheet, measurin... See More
Two Acts of Congress signed by John Adams...
Item #680460
August 31, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 31, 1799
* President John Adams
* Land Acts of Congress
The front page has two Acts of Congress, each signed in script type: John Adams. One is to authorize the sale of: "...certain lands between the Great and Little Miami rivers in the territory of the United States north-west of the Ohio...". Other items include: "Rumors of a N
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* President John Adams
* Land Acts of Congress
The front page has two Acts of Congress, each signed in script type: John Adams. One is to authorize the sale of: "...certain lands between the Great and Little Miami rivers in the territory of the United States north-west of the Ohio...". Other items include: "Rumors of a N
General Washington...
Item #680445
July 06, 1790
CONCORD HERALD, & NEW HAMPSHIRE INTELLIGENCER, New Hampshire, July 6, 1790
* President George Washington
On the front page under "Federal Congress" is the activity of the House of Representatives. The back page has a report about a "remarkable dwarf" who lived in New Jersey during the war and attracted "crowds of people", including Gen. Washington. Som... See More
A 'boxing match' between women of fashion...
Item #680431
August 27, 1796
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Aug. 27, 1796 Page 2 has a curious article headed: "Amorous Fracas!" beginning: "The boxing match which lately happened between two elderly maiden ladies of fashion in the vicinity of Merrion Square..." with the details.
Four pages, very nice, clean condition.
Daniel Mendoza, famous Jewish boxer...
Item #680417
February 21, 1792
THE MORNING POST & DAILY ADVERTISER, London, February 21, 1792
* Jewish - Jews - Judaica
Page 3 has a brief report concerning "Mendoza, who has been for some time practicing the pugilistic art at the Peter-Street Theatre, in Dublin , has challenged all Ireland to fight a stand-up battle for a hundred guineas, on a twenty-four feet stage."
Mendoza is none other than the famed J... See More
Notice for INA, oldest stock insurance company in the United States...
Item #680382
June 14, 1793
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, June 14, 1793
* Notice for INA, oldest stock insurance company in the United States
The bottom of the bkpg. has a notice: "The Members of the Insurance Company of North America..." with more. INA is the oldest stock insurance company in the U.S., founded in Phila. in 1792. It merged to form CIGNA in 1982.
The ftpg. ... See More
Early on Botany Bay (Australia)...
Item #680376
July 27, 1790
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 27, 1790
* Early Botany Bay - Australia voyage
* The life of Alessandro Stradella (composer)
The front page has much on the life and eventual fate of the great 17th century composer, Alessandro Stradella. The inside also has a mention of "Governor Phillip's Voyage to Botany Bay", which was a 21-volume contemporary account of the establ... See More
Announcement that the Constitution has been created...
Item #680368
September 18, 1787
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET & DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, September 18, 1787
* First announcement that the Constitution of the United States has been finalized
* In regards to historic announcements in U.S. history, this is rivaled only by the announcement that the Declaration of Independence had been signed
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