"The Swedish Intelligencer" by Butter and Bourne...
Item #705721
January 01, 1633
THE SWEDISH INTELLIGENCER, "The Third Part" as well as: "The Fourth Part", London, 1633 A very rare newsbook by the famed publishing team of Nathaniel Butter and Nicholas Bourne who are credited with being the founders of the English language periodical format, having published: "The Continuation of Our Weekly News" in 1624, taken from like-publishers in Germany... See More
One of the earliest 17th century newspapers you will find...
Item #707334
December 22, 1635
GAZETTE, Paris, France, Dec. 22, 1635 This title was the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Théophraste Renaudot but with influential backing by the powerful Cardinal de Richelieu. All the text is in French with the first letter in the title containing embellishments. An ornate letter begins the first paragraph on the front page.
Four pages, 8 5/8 by... See More
Earliest newspaper in your collection?
Item #720642
November 16, 1641
NOUVELLES ORDINAIRES, Paris, France, November 16, 1641
* Earliest newspaper in your collection?
The heading translates to: "Special News"."
This issue predates the earliest English language newspaper we have in our inventory. It was the "sister" publication of the "Gazette", the very first regular newspaper published in France, started in 1631 by Th&... See More
Rare title with Judaica content...
Item #615043
January 25, 1666
THE OXFORD GAZETTE, England, January 25, 1665 (1666 by today's calendar) - issue #21 This is an extremely famous--and rare--title, being the predecessor of the famous "London Gazette", the oldest continually published English language newspaper in the world. Because of the Plague at this time, the Royal Court had removed itself from London to Oxford when this newspaper beg... See More
Over 340 years old and at a lesser price...
Item #649303
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1670's (2nd-rate) A genuine issue of this famous title, the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today.This newspaper is a bit "2nd rate" in condition, having minor disfigurements such as heavy foxing, edge tears, close trimming or other minor problems which allow us to discount ... See More
Earliest ad for a publication on an American crime?
Item #705720
June 02, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 2, 1673 A very interesting issue as the bottom of the back page has an advertisement for the publishing of a pamphlet titled "Mr. Baxter Baptized in Blood..." with further details noting: "...containing a horrible murther [murder] committed by four Anabaptists upon the person of Mr. Josiah Baker near Boston in Neww England, the whoe matter, ha... See More
Funeral of Prince Charles, Duke of Richmond...
Item #705713
September 22, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 22, 1673 Over half of the back page has details on the funeral of Prince Charles, Duke of Richmond and Lenox, who died by drowning in Elsinore, Denmark.
The front page has a brief item noting: "This morning arrived here the Virginia fleet, being about 25 sail of merchantmen...". This is early mention of the American colonies in a newspaper.... See More
Funeral of Prince Charles, Duke of Richmond...
Item #705712
September 22, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Sept. 22, 1673 Over half of the back page has details on the funeral of Prince Charles, Duke of Richmond and Lenox, who died by drowning in Elsinore, Denmark.
The front page has a brief item noting: "This morning arrived here the Virginia fleet, being about 25 sail of merchantmen...". This is early mention of the American colonies in a newspaper.... See More
By the author of the 'Present State of the Jews'...
Item #705056
July 14, 1679
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 14, 1679 The back page has several "Advertisements" among which is for the publishing of a book: "The Life and Death of Mahumed, the Author of the Turkish Religion. Being an account is his Tribe, parents, etc., By L. Addison D.D. one of his Majesties Chaplains in Ordinary, and author of the Present State of the Jews. Both sold by...".
Wh... See More
Battle of Buda... King James II appoints a new Caribbean governor...
Item #705228
August 19, 1686
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 19, 1686 The front page has a report from Vienna noting: "Upon the advice of the march of the Grand Viper to relieve Buda, the council of war hath been several times assembled here in the Emperor's presence; and orders have been sent to all the Imperial troops, which were dispersed in small bodies to join the army before Buda..." with more, con... See More
Battle of Newtownbutler in the Williamite War...
Item #705083
August 22, 1689
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 22, 1689 The most notable content would be a detailed report on the Battle of Newtownbutler in Ireland, which carries over to take half of page 2. This battle was part of the Williamite War in Ireland between the forces of William III and Mary II and those of King James II.
Complete as a single sheet issue, 6 1/2 by 11 inches, nice condition.... See More
Battle of Newtownbutler in the Williamite War...
Item #705718
August 22, 1689
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Aug. 22, 1689 The most notable content would be a detailed report on the Battle of Newtownbutler in Ireland, which carries over to take half of page 2. This battle was part of the Williamite War in Ireland between the forces of William III and Mary II and those of King James II.
Complete as a single sheet issue, 6 1/4 by 12 inches, a minor indent at the bottom o... See More
From the 1600's... World's oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649260
(5) THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's (2nd rate) An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published English language newspaper, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today. All are from the late 1600's, priced due to minor imperfections causing them to be 2nd rate. A great opportunity to obtain authentic 17th century newspapers at a fraction of their t... See More
Over 330 years old...
Item #649262
THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1692-1694. This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format. This newspaper was published before any American newspapers even existed.A single sheet newspaper... See More
Reports from Parliament from the 1600's...
Item #649266
VOTES OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, England, 1692 A rare British newspaper much the size of others of the day. Fine & lengthy reporting on votes and other actions in Parliament. Nice condition & rarely offered at such a price. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date--but will have the format a... See More
The world's oldest continually published English language newspaper...
Item #649246
THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1699 An opportunity for a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This issue is well over 300 years old. Very nice condition with some minor foxing, single sheet, printed on both sides. A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collection.&nb... See More
Early Dutch newspaper from The Hague...
Item #699428
November 15, 1698
HAEGSE MERCUR, The Hague, The Netherlands, Nov. 15, 1698 Nice engraving of the winged Mercury in the masthead of this small-size newspaper. Four pages, totally in the Dutch language, 6 by 7 3/4 inches, great condition.
Full page engravings from the 1700's to early 1800's...
Item #649224
(10) A lot of ten engraved plates from "Gentleman's Magazine", London, all from the 1700's to early 1800's (though not dated). The lot may include foldouts, prints of buildings, diagrams, maps, etc. A few defects at the margins, some of the fold lines of multi-panel plates may be archivally mended from the reverse, but otherwise nice condition.
Six different, damaged British newspapers: 1687 thru 1798...
Item #705759
October 14, 1704
A lot of 6 issues of British titles, all different, all with damage. London Gazette, 1687; The Rehearsal, 1704; London Chronicle, 1785; The York Chronicle, 1787; Caledonian Mercury, 1793; and Edinburgh Advertiser, 1798.
A variant and short-lived title...
Item #649223
THE REHEARSAL OF OBSERVATOR, London, England 1704-1705 A variant title --& earlier date--of the newspaper titled "The Rehearsal", and much less common. A single sheet newspaper printed on both sides measuring 8 by 13 inches. The image shown is only an example of the layout and condition of what you will receive. Actual issues vary within the specifications given.Note: U... See More
A variant and short-lived title...
Item #699463
THE REHEARSAL OF OBSERVATOR, London, England Oct. 28, 1704 A variant title --& earlier date--of the newspaper titled "The Rehearsal" and much less common. This is issue #13. In the masthead is the topic of the day: "The Observatory's Preparation for his Trial. The Argument of the Whiggs, That they must not be Disoblid'd because of the Money..." with more... See More
Short-lived newspaper with an interesting title...
Item #705748
December 10, 1708
THE BRITISH APOLLO, OR CURIOUS AMUSEMENTS FOR THE INGENIOUS and subtitled: "To Which are Added the Most Material Occurrences Foreign and Domestick". Published in London, and "Perform'd by a Society of Gentlemen" as noted in the masthead Dec. 10, 1708.
This newspaper existed for less than 4 years. Readers were invited to send in questions on any subject whatsoever, and the ... See More
Unusual, short-lived newspaper...
Item #649279
THE VISIONS OF SIR HEISTER RYLEY: WITH OTHER ENTERTAINMENTS, London, 1710 Sir Heister Ryley, the fictitious editor of the Visions of Sir Heister Ryley, is a man interested in all fields of learning, a "stickler in the business of truth" and absolutely averse to siding with any political party. His little newspaper was a 4 page serial. It contained essays, letters and miscellaneous ... See More
Early and notable 18th century title... Addison & Steele...
Item #649221
THE SPECTATOR, London, England, 1711-12 One of the more famous of the early newspapers - founded by the famed Addison & Steele. Nice condition, trimmed, some light browning. A single sheet issue measuring approximately 8 by 11 1/2 inches.
The oldest continuously published English language newspaper...
Item #649293
(5) THE LONDON GAZETTE A lot of five issues of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, all from the early 1700's (1712-1739), priced at a bargain due to being a blend of 2nd rate and slightly damaged issues. A great opportunity for authentic issues from the early 18th century at a fraction of their typical cost. The image shown is just an example of... See More
At a reduced price... Early issues with the great masthead...
Item #649273
(5) THE POST-BOY, London, 1710's (2nd-rate) A lot of 5 issues of this early title with the great masthead containing two engravings. Lightly or heavily inked or other minor problem causing them to be a bit '2nd rate'. Offered at a considerable discount. Note: A maximum of 4 sets are available. Our inventory of 2nd-rate Post-Boys for this era is limited.... See More
A large & decorative masthead... How to avoid taxation...
Item #706008
December 23, 1722
THE ORIGINAL LONDON POST OR, HEATHCOTE'S INTELLIGENCE, London, England, Dec. 23, 1723 A rare title with the text running continuously from issue to issue, the lead sentence being the completion of the last sentence from the previous issue.
This was done by several periodicals during this period to avoid the tax on newspapers. This format classified it as a pamphlet, and therefore no tax... See More
An eighty-year span of news from England...
Item #649310
(8) GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England A nice lot of eight issues, one from each decade from the 1730's thru 1809. A nice group of complete issues covering a period of 80 years, each with full title/contents page which features an engraving of St. John's Gate. Each is complete, but may exclude plates/maps (if called for). Nice condition.
This item is not eligible for free shipping.
Early title from London...
Item #699442
November 04, 1741
THE DAILY GAZETTEER, London, England, Nov. 4, 1741 Various European reports throughout with advertisements on pages 2 and 4. Most issues are single sheet, however this is a four page newspaper.
Measures 9 1/2 by 14 1/4 inches, full red tax stamp on the front page, nice condition.
Report from Georgia...
Item #676730
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, December, 1742 Near the back is a letter prefaced with: "The Deposition of Samuel Cloake...taken Prisoner off Augustine by the Spaniards in May, 1742" with the letter datelined: Frederica in Georgia.
Among articles in this issue are: "To the Freeholders of Great Britain".
There are no maps or plates called for in this issue.
... See More
Among articles in this issue are: "To the Freeholders of Great Britain".
There are no maps or plates called for in this issue.
Military events in Canada...
Item #700899
October 30, 1746
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Oct. 30, 1746 The front page begins with a report datelined: "Louisbourgh" which is in Nova Scotia, Canada. It begins: "A party of the French Indians, undiscover'd, fell upon a detachment of soldiers that were at the island of St. John's..." with another report from there as well.
Four pages, 7 1/2 by 10 inches, full red t... See More
Title relates to the Jacobite Rebellion.,..
Item #700853
November 03, 1746
THE DAILY GAZETTEER: A Vigorous War; Glorious Peace, or LONDON ADVERTISER, England, Nov. 3, 1746 The title, with the military reference, likely relates to the Jacobite Rebellion, which reached its climax at the Battle of Culloden on April 16.
The front page is filled with various news reports from Europe, with the entire back page taken up with advertisements.
Complete as a single sh... See More
Lengthy article on Noah's Ark...
Item #676523
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1749 There is an interesting article: "The Capacity of Noah's Ark Minutely Considered" which has much detail & includes a chart of the animals included, plus: "What Provisions for the Carnivorous Animals in the Ark", and more. Lacking is the related foldout plate.
Among the other articles within are: "On th
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Among the other articles within are: "On th
Eighteenth century perspective from England...
Item #649234
(10) THE LONDON GAZETTE, a lot of ten issues of this famous newspaper covering at least 5 decades from the 1700's. All are in good condition. A nice way to gain Britain's perspective of world affairs from the 18th century. The image shown is representative of the "look" of what you will receive. Actual issues/dates will vary.
A conversion of a Jew... "Of a small Venomous Serpent..."
Item #680792
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1750 Over a page is taken up with: "Of a small Venomous Serpent...." which includes on page 2 a print of it. Another article is: "An Account of the Conversion of Daniel Tnangam Alexander, an Eminent Jew" to the Protestant religion.There is a continued article on: "Lewis XIV Greatest of Monarchs" by M. de Voltair... See More
A short-lived title 18th century title...
Item #705751
February 27, 1753
THE ADVENTURER, London, England, Feb. 27, 1753 An uncommon essay-format bi-weekly newspaper addressed specifically to men, containing six pages & lasting only for 17 months from 1752 to 1753. It was the continuation of Johnson's "The Rambler", a newspaper written in "elevated prose" with the subject matter primarily being morality, literature, society, politics, a... See More
Liberty Bell is erected in Philadelphia...
Item #721609
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1753 Near the back is a terrific--yet inconspicuous--report which is part of various news items under the heading: "America" and dateline of Philadelphia, June 7.
It reads: "Last week was raised and fixed, in the State-House Steeple, the great bell, weighing 2080 lb. cast here, with this inscription, 'Proclaim liberty th... See More
With the desired Ben Franklin imprint...
Item #703479
August 02, 1753
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Aug. 2, 1753 In the imprint at the bottom of the back page is the much-desired Benjamin Franklin imprint, noted as: "Printed By B. FRANKLIN, Post-Master, and D. HALL at the New Printing Office, near the Market". Franklin would later dissolve his involvement with this newspaper he made famous, and his name no longer appeared in the imprint... See More
Very early, short-lived, colonial newspaper...
Item #718414
August 30, 1753
THE INDEPENDENT REFLECTOR, New York, Aug. 30, 1753 This rare newspaper lasted for less than one year, publishing but 52 issues. Primarily moral and political essays, it gave offense to men in power and was "suppressed by authorities", as Brigham relates.
A fine opportunity to purchase at a reasonable price a very early issue--over 270 years old--by James Parker from the colonial p... See More
A "newspaper" for commoners...
Item #705752
January 01, 1756
THE CONNOISSEUR "By Mr. Town [pseud.], Critic, and Censor-General", London, Jan. 1, 1756 A weekly paper which lasted about 2 1/2 years as a "commoner's" counterpart to "The World" (which we sell as well), a periodical of about the same time which dealt more with the interests of aristocrats.
James Boswell says in his "Life of Johnson", "...I ... See More
18th century Scotland...
Item #649233
(5) THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, late 1750's A very early lot of five newspapers from Scotland, with news of the day. A great period set at a considerable discount from the regular per-issue price. Nice condition. The images shown are representative of the look and condition of those you will receive. Actual dates vary in the later 1750's.... See More
Nice reports on the French & Indian War...
Item #693723
April 11, 1758
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 11, 1758 Page 6 has over half a column of reporting headed: "America" with two Charleston datelines, reporting on the French & Indian War.
A few bits include: "...arrived in town the Wolf King, a Creek chief...with several other headmen of that nation...received there by the Hon. Col. Montgomery's company of grenadiers... both nati... See More
News from America...
Item #700795
June 13, 1758
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, June 13, 1758 From during the French & Indian War with page 2 having: "Plantation News" with datelines from Kingston, Jamaica; Boston, and New York.
Four pages, 9 1/4 by 14 1/2 inches, full red tax stamp on the front page, nice condition.
Colonel Washington... Battle of Ticonderoga...
Item #701738
August 22, 1758
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, Aug. 22, 1758 This issue contains a great wealth of reporting from the French & Indian War.
The photo shows the first part of a lengthy letter from General Abercromby to Secretary Pitt describing his attack plan and subsequent defeat at Fort Ticonderoga. With regard to the French strategy of constructing a near impregnable barricade before the fort, the report says... See More
Major event at Crown Point, the French & Indian War...
Item #674779
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1759 An inside page contains a great report on one of the more significant battles of the French & Indian War, headed: "Letter from Maj. Gen. Amherst to Mr. Secretary Pitt, dated Crown Point, August 5" which gives a day-by-day account of the siege at Fort St. Frederick from July 27 to August 5, with some of the reports near th
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Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...
Item #705756
September 06, 1759
(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated March 4, 1758; Sept. 6, 1759; Feb. 26, 1760; March 17, 1763; and Feb. 25, 1768. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies.
Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in good con... See More
Five British newspapers from the 1760's - 1790's...
Item #649294
(5) An interesting lot of five British newspapers, containing at least three different titles. They span the 1760's thru the 1790's and include at least one from each decade. In average or better condition. Some may have red ink stamps (partial or otherwise). Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping. The photos are representative of the look and condition of what you will receive.
Pennsylvania governor speaks... Nice reporting on the French & Indian War...
Item #693613
February 02, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 2, 1760 Most of the front page is retaken up with: "The Speech of the Hon. James Hamilton, Governor of Pennsylvania...to the General Assembly of the said Province, met at Philadelphia".
Hamilton had just assumed his position of governor, and he extolls t the Assembly his plans, etc. He was also governor from 1748-1754. His father was the famed a... See More
Pennsylvania governor speaks... Nice reporting on the French & Indian War...
Item #693614
February 02, 1760
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 2, 1760 Most of the front page is retaken up with: "The Speech of the Hon. James Hamilton, Governor of Pennsylvania...to the General Assembly of the said Province, met at Philadelphia".
Hamilton had just assumed his position of governor, and he extolls t the Assembly his plans, etc. He was also governor from 1748-1754. His father was the famed a... See More
On the French & Indian War...
Item #696168
April 16, 1761
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 16, 1761 Page 5 has over half a column headed: "America" with datelines from Charleston and Fort Prince George. The former notes: "...from Augusta...received...say that our firm friend the old Wolf King of Moculasse, in the Creek Nation, had been there for some time & was preparing to set out for Savannah to see Gov. Wright...".&nb... See More
Pre-Stamp Act to just prior to the Revolutionary War...
Item #649252
(10) THE LONDON CHRONICLE. A collection of ten issues, one from each year 1763 thru 1772, crossing the critical period from the just prior to the Stamp Act to just before the outbreak of the pre-Revolutionary War tensions. Each is 4-8 pages, may have slight imperfections, but in overall nice condition.
Map of England during the eclipse... The Canary Islands...
Item #642798
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1764 Among the articles within are: "Curious Observations relative to the ensuing Solar Eclipse" with a corresponding full page plate of the solar eclipse which includes a map of England and the northwest portion of France.Another article has: "An Historical Account of the Canaries" being the Canary Islands.
Near the back is the &q... See More
Colonists against the Stamp Act are warned of consequences.... Stamp distributor is forced to resign....
Item #703953
November 07, 1765
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 7, 1765 The front page has a report from Boston appointing a committee to be comprised of James Otis & Sam Adams, among others, to offer thanks for "...his Majesty's...noble, generous & truly patriotic speeches...in favour of the Colonies, their rights & privileges...".
But certainly the prime feature of this issue is the histori... See More
Uncommon provincial title with a decorative masthead...
Item #649299
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, England, 1769 (currently spelled Gloucester). Here is a very nice, four page issue from just a few years before the outbreak of the Revolutionary War in the colonies. This issue has a very nice & decorative masthead featuring engravings on either side. The front page also has a red-inked tax stamp. This issue contains various news of the day and a wealth of ads as well. ... See More
The calm before the storm... A letter of thanks from Boston...
Item #716214
June 08, 1767
THE GLOCESTER JOURNAL, (Gloucester), England, June 8, 1767
* Uncommon publication
* The calm before the storm
Page 3 has: "A Letter from Boston, New-England" is a note of thanks including: "...noble & generous efforts in support of the common rights of mankind & liberties of Great Britain & her colonies..." (see). The tone would change in a few ye... See More
Colonial pamphlet on the death of a pastor, in original bindings...
Item #706017
July 13, 1767
Pamphlet: "An EXTRACT from a late SERMON On the Death of the Reverend Mr. Joseph Emerson, Pastor of the First Church in Malden, Who Died very suddenly On Monday Evening July 13th, 1767. In the 68th Year of his Age. Delivered at Malden, By Joseph Emerson, A.M. Pastor of the Church at Pepperrell.
Boston: Printed by Edes & Gill...MDCCLXVII [1767]
Complete in 24 pages with full title page c... See More
Plea to the king to repeal taxes... Map of the Falkland Islands...
Item #676474
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1770 The reverse of the title page is entirely taken up with: "American Affairs" which is mostly taken up with a notable & lengthy address of the Virginia House of Burgesses to the King. It notes in part: "...upon former & recent occasions humbly submitted to your royal wisdom our just claims to be free & exempt from a... See More
Battle of Alamance: first bloodshed of the Revolutionary War...
Item #667902
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1771 The key content in this issue is inside the title page, headed: "American Affairs" being a report on what most historians describe as the first shedding of blood of the war for American independence. A report from: "Newburn, North Carolina" [New Bern], states in part: "His Excellency, the Governor, having reached Hil... See More
A colonial North Carolina newspaper with an intriguing story...
Item #718898
June 03, 1775
THE CAPE-FEAR MERCURY, Wilmington, North Carolina, June 3, 1775 This would have to be one of the more interesting colonial newspapers we've offered, primarily for being a forgery.
This title began Oct. 13, 1769, and was suspended for about five months from the fall of 1774 to the spring of 1775. It ceased in September, 1775.
As for the intrigue, best to refer you to this link, whi... See More
Gage's account of Lexington & Concord on the front page...
Item #719591
June 07, 1775
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL & THE NEW-HAVEN POST-BOY, June 7, 1775 Simply a terrific issue, as I believe this to be the first newspaper we have offered which not only contains General Gage's official account of the Battle of Lexington & Concord, but it appears in its entirety on the front page.
Over two-thirds of the front page is taken up with a very historic report headed: "A... See More
Causes & Necessities for Taking Up Arms... Edmund Burke's historic speech...
Item #702529
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1775 Taking 3 1/2 pages is "A Declaration by the Representatives of the United Colonies of North America, now met in General Congress at Philadelphia, setting forth the Causes and Necessities of their taking up Arms", signed in type at the end: John Hancock & Charles Thomson, dated "Philadelphia, July 6, 1775".This famou... See More
Congress rejects the Conciliatory Plan... Much on America... John Hancock is married...
Item #720649
October 01, 1775
THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England October, 1775 Over 2 pages area taken up with the document--signed in type by John Hancock--in which the Continental Congress rejects the conciliation plan of Lord North. The document is headed: "CONTINENTAL CONGRESS". See for portions. This is followed by a number of letters from notables of the Revolutionary War including one from General Lee (at Bost... See More
Congress creates Continental Currency... From Lexington & Concord forward...
Item #701118
November 16, 1775
THE NEW ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR THE ESSEX GAZETTE, Cambridge, Nov. 16, 1775 A very significant issue in the financial history of the United States, as the front page reports the first issuance of Continental Currency to support the Revolutionary War. Datelined: "Philadelphia, In Congress, Thursday, June 22, 1775" it reports: "Resolved, That a sum not exceeding two millions of Spa... See More
Dr. Church's traitorous letter to the British... General Lee's letter to General Burgoyne...
Item #703299
January 04, 1776
NEW ENGLAND CHRONICLE OR THE ESSEX GAZETTE, Cambridge, Jan. 4, 1776 See the nice engraving in the masthead.
Fully two-thirds of the front page is taken up with a lengthy & detailed: "Letter from General Lee to General Burgoyne" datelined: "camp on Prospect Hill, Dec. 1, 1775". The letter includes in part: "As I am just informed you are ready to embark for Engla... See More
Arguing against American independence...
Item #715770
March 09, 1776
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, March 9, 1776 This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city.
Over half of the front page is taken up with: "The following rules for establishing a Society for Relieving the Distresses of Prisoners...". Page 2 has reports fro... See More
From 1776 - The British are taking New York... Letter signed by John Hancock...
Item #719852
August 20, 1776
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 20, 1776 Inside pages have various items concerning the Revolutionary War including: "...the accounts of a battle are not true...two more of the transports with the Highlanders are taken by the Rebels...one of them fell in with 3 American privateers...She then proceeded for Boston not knowing that it was evacuated, & went into the harbour where s... See More
British to attack Philadelphia... John Hancock... Creating battalions...
Item #715771
November 30, 1776
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER, Philadelphia, Nov. 30, 1776 (editor's copy) This was a decidedly Tory newspaper, supportive of the British efforts in America. This newspaper ended publication in June, 1778 when the British evacuated the city.
The front page has a very detailed "Twenty Dollars Reward" ad for a runaway slave named Caesar. Page 2 has a report concerning an expedition into the... See More
Over half of Thomas Paine's "American Crisis" Essay #2...
Item #703307
February 10, 1777
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT & WEEKLY INTELLIGENCER, Hartford, Feb. 10, 1777 Almost the entire front page is taken up with the continuation of Thomas Paine's essay #2 of his famous "American Crisis" series, a collection of 13 essays written by Paine during the American Revolutionary War.
In 1776 Paine wrote Common Sense, an extremely popular and successful pamphlet ar... See More
French newspaper with Revolutionary War content...
Item #699436
April 04, 1777
NOUVELLES EXTRAORDINAIRES DE DIVERS ENDROITS [Extraordinary News From Various Locations], Paris, April 4, 1777 A four page issue, with a four page "Supplement" issue, with Revolutionary War content including mention of Cornwallis, General Howe, & George Washington. The issue is totally in the French language.
Complete in 8 pages, 6 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches, untrimmed margins, great... See More
Washington victorious over Generals Howe and Cornwallis...
Item #659948
August 05, 1777
THE LONDON EVENING POST, England, August 5, 1777
* Battle of Bound Brook - New Jersey
* American Revolutionary War
The front page has a few items concerning the war (see photo). Page 3 has a letter which reports in part "...intelligence that the Generals Howe and Cornwallis had joined at Amboy upon which General Washington had detached General Putnam to fall on the garrison of 3000 men... See More
Surrender of Ticonderoga... Washington's Manifesto...
Item #702512
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Sept., 1777 Over 2 1/2 pages are taken up with: "Letter from Gen. Washington to Gen. Sir William Howe" from Middlebrook, June 10, 1777, signed by him in type: Geo. Washington. This is followed by another letter from Washington to Howe, which begins: "The fortune of war having thrown Major-General Prescot in our hands, I beg leave to propos... See More
Great account of the siege of Fort Schuyler...
Item #703274
September 04, 1777
THE CONTINENTAL JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Boston, Sept. 4, 1777 Page 3 has Revolutionary War content including an item reading: "We hear Sir William Howe has requested his Majesty, for very essential reasons, to allow him to exchange General Lee for some British officers; but that such a measure has been strongly opposed by some persons in high office."
A report from Fishk... See More
Fine issue on Burgoyne's surrender at Saratoga...
Item #703446
December 12, 1777
LLOYD'S EVENING POST, London, Dec. 12, 1777 This is a fine issue on the historic surrender of Burgoyne at Saratoga, the event which when learned in Europe encouraged further support for the American cause among the French & others.
Page 4 begins with a letter signed in type: Horatio Gates, datelined at Albany, October 19, 1777, that begins: "I have the pleasure to send your Hon... See More
A Tory newspaper from the Revolutionary War...
Item #705740
February 14, 1778
THE PENNSYLVANIA LEDGER OR THE PHILADELPHIA MARKET-DAY ADVERTISER, February 14, 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 entire front page is taken up with ads, one of which is for the printing of: "Common Sense".
Page 2 has numerous reports which relat... See More
On the French Alliance Treaty... George Johnstone & his bribes...
Item #701414
August 19, 1778
THE NEW JERSEY GAZETTE, Trenton, Aug. 19, 1778
* First publication in this state
* American Revolutionary War
New Jersey was the last of the original 13 colonies to have a newspaper. This is the volume 1, number 37 issue.
The entire front page is taken up with reporting and letters between the French & American commissioners concerning the recently-concluded Treaty of... See More
Reports from the Revolutionary War...
Item #701170
December 14, 1778
THE MORNING POST & DAILY ADVERTISER, London, Dec. 14, 1778
* American Revolutionary War era
* 18th century - from The Enemy
Page 2 has some text concerning Comte D'Estaing and his naval squadron from Boston. Also reports from New York noting in part: "...that the rebellion is much weaker now than it was this time twelve month; and nothing but a little wisdom in pla... See More
From the Revolutionary War era... Map of the Canal from Dublin to the River Shannon...
Item #678174
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1779 A fine opportunity to purchase a magazine from during the Revolutionary War at a reasonable price, as I find almost no American content in this issue.At the back under the "Historical Chronicle" is mention that the New York, Quebec & Newfoundland fleets have set sail under the convoy of Admiral Arbuthnot. The balance of the... See More
Burgoyne & Saratoga... John Paul Jones: King wants his ships back...
Item #685882
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1779 The first 8 pages are taken up with "Summary of Proceedings in the Present Parliament" which includes some discussion of the affairs in America.But the prime content would be the excellent coverage of events relating to General Burgoyne & his defeat at Saratoga, taking several pages & includes: "...The army I commanded... See More
Signed by Ben Franklin on the front page...
Item #701206
March 11, 1780
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 11, 1780 Most of the front page is taken up with an interesting article titled: "Useful Hints for Learning to Swim, By Benjamin Franklin, LL.D.F.R.S In a Letter to a Friend" which is signed by him in type: B. FRANKLIN.
Unusual to have an item signed by Ben Franklin, and terrific that it is on the front page. Displayable as such.
The back page ... See More
The surrender of West Florida to the Spanish...
Item #685807
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1780 The issue begins with 5 pages of the "Summary of the Debates in Parliament" which includes some discussion of the American situation, one bit noting: "...could see no difference in point of turpitude between an endeavour to detach France from America and an attempt to recover America from France...remained totally silent respec... See More
Great on the Battle of Camden, South Carolina...
Item #713664
December 19, 1780
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Dec. 19, 1780 See the photos for the very handsome masthead, which features ornate lettering and an engraving of a ship.
A great issue, as two-thirds of the front page and one-third of page 2 are taken up with the details of the Battle of Camden, South Carolina. The report is taken from the "London Gazette Extraordinary&q... See More
Guilford Court House... Captain Cook's journal...
Item #678673
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE London, May, 1781 Content includes: "Debates in Parliament" includes talk on America. Another report is a review of the: "Journal of Captain Cook's Last Voyage to the Pacific Ocean, on Discovery, performed in the Years 1776, 7, 8 & 9..." which takes over 3 pages. Another report mentions in part: "...parties from Mr. Washington&... See More
From not long before Cornwallis would surrender at Yorktown...
Item #703298
May 02, 1781
THE FREEMAN'S JOURNAL OR NORTH AMERICAN INTELLIGENCER, Philadelphia, May 2, 1781 A very nice issue from just five months before Cornwallis would surrender to Washington at Yorktown, essentially ending the Revolutionary War.
The front page has a report: "In Council" at Phila. beginning: "Whereas by an Act of Assembly...intitled 'An Act to complete the quota of the Fede... See More
Cornwallis surrenders to Washington at Yorktown...
Item #718116
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1782 * Lord Charles Cornwallis
* General George Washington
* Surrender at Yorktown - Virginia
This issue contains the very historic report of the surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, Virginia.
An inside page has a nice report headed: "Extract of a Letter from Sir Henry Clinton" which begins: "...I had th... See More
Battle of Eutaw Springs, South Carolina...
Item #696492
February 05, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 5, 1782 A terrific issue as the entire front page is taken up with a great report on the historic Battle of Eutaw Springs, being the account of a letter from Lt. Col. Stewart to Earl Cornwallis dated the day after the battle. Included is the "Return of the Killed, Wounded, and Missing...". In this battle the American General Greene was defeated w... See More
Controversial case of Col. Isaac Haynes... British support of loyal subjects...
Item #672492
February 07, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 7, 1782
* re. Isaac Haynes execution
* American Revolutionary War
All of the front page, page 2, and a portion of page 3 are taken up with: "Further Particulars of the Debate in the House of Lords...on the Duke of Richmond's Motion Respecting the Execution of Col. Haynes in America." This was a very controversial event in the Rev... See More
Thomas Paine and his "American Crisis" essay #10...
Item #704103
May 02, 1782
THE SALEM GAZETTE, Massachusetts, May 2, 1782 Most of the front page is taken up with a portion of his essay of March 5, 1782, headed "Common Sense To the People of America. On the Expences, Arrangements, and Disbursement for carrying on the War, and finishing it with Honour and Advantage."
This is (a portion of) essay #10 of "The Crisis" which was a collection of ... See More
Reflecting on Washington crossing the Delaware & the Battle of Trenton...
Item #705979
July 25, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 25, 1782 Page 2 has a report beginning: "So determined are the French to pursue their favorite plan of annihilating the British power in North America, & particularly to the capturing the British army in New York...to co-operate with General Washington towards the reduction of that important garrison...".
All of pg. 4 & a bit of page 5 a... See More
How to agree to terms for peace... Independence is granted?
Item #644863
October 03, 1782
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 3, 1782 Page 2 has a letter from New York noting: "Every thing here seems to be at a stand. The army being in a state of inactivity & the inhabitants & loyalists of New York disappointed & dejected at the offers of Independence held out to the Americans..." and also: "...That Gen. Carleton as acquainted the Congress that the Brit... See More
Congress approves the conduct of General Washington...
Item #681285
October 22, 1782
THE ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, Oct. 22, 1782
* American Revolutionary ending events
* George Washington & Sir Guy Carleton
Page 3 has most of a column taken up with various reports from America, including four naval items datelined from New York. Also extracts from the Penna. Assembly, as well as a report from the U.S. Congress noting: "Resolved, that Congress ... See More
Celebrating news of peace... Loyalists not happy...
Item #705663
April 05, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 5, 1783 Page 5 has a notable report: "...Capt. Humphries, from New York to London...sailed from New York...and the Captain says that on the morning of the said day, peace was proclaimed at New York and Valley Forge, in consequence of advices from Europe; that the preliminaries had been signed the 20th of January; he adds, that the murmurs & disco... See More
Pennsylvania's President releases the official Proclamation that ended the war...
Item #704114
April 19, 1783
THE INDEPENDENT GAZETTEER OR THE CHRONICLE OF FREEDOM, Philadelphia, April 19, 1783 Over half of the front page is taken up with various dispatches concerning: "The Proceedings of the Federal Army near New Windsor, to Obtain the Redress of their Grievances".
This was called the Newburgh Conspiracy, a plan by Continental Army officers to challenge the authority of the Confeder... See More
Special request for Ethan Allen... Will the British leave New York?
Item #649696
May 24, 1783
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 24, 1783 Page 2 has a report on the difficulties in ironing out final details for the treaty of peace and the British leaving New York. Bits include: "Sir Guy Carleton has, in a very trying situation, maintained the dignity of the English name against the influence of all the concessions & perfidy in the provisional articles. Congress made a demand... See More
Celebrating peace with England...
Item #703293
June 02, 1783
INDEPENDENT LEDGER, AND AMERICAN ADVERTISER, Boston, June 2, 1783 One of the best features of this issue is the masthead engraving which features a very patriotic theme: "All Hands with One Inflamed Enlightened Heart." signifying the 13 united colonies having a common, patriotic purpose. One of the more patriotic masthead engravings of the Revolutionary War era.
Page 2 has a d
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Washington's famous Circular Letter from the end of the Revolutionary War, in which he tenders his resignation as Commander-in-Chief... Much more on the war's end...
Item #701081
August 01, 1783
THE POLITICAL MAGAZINE, London, August, 1783 This is certainly one of the less common titles from England during the Revolutionary War. It contains a wealth of reports concerning the concluding events of the war.
Pages 1 and 2 have: "Lord Sheffield's Observations on the Commerce of the American States". Another page has a lengthy list of the: "American Ships Taken" d... See More
Washington's farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern...
Item #687284
December 18, 1783
THE NORWICH PACKET of the CHRONICLE OF FREEDOM, Connecticut, Dec. 18, 1783 This must rank among the more beautiful mastheads of the 18th century with the handsome engraving of the ship.
This issue, on page 2, has an exceedingly historic report of Washington bidding adieu to his fellow officers of the war at the now-famed Fraunces Tavern in New York.
The report reads: "At Fr... See More
Decorative masthead... late 1700's...
Item #649227
THE NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE, England, 1784-1788 See the photo for the very nice & ornate lettering in the masthead, making this a displayable issue. This is a folio size newspaper of 4 pages which was never bound nor trimmed--difficult to find as such.
Various news of the day & a wealth of ads, and a red-inked tax stamp at the bottom of the front page. Minor wear to the edges a
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Various news of the day & a wealth of ads, and a red-inked tax stamp at the bottom of the front page. Minor wear to the edges a
Slavery... The controversial Huddy-Asgill Affair... Poems honoring George Washington...
Item #719843
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, January, 1787 One of the more intriguing articles is: "Letters Relative to the Treatment of Capt. Asgill, while Prisoner in the American Army, being a full Refutation of the Charges of Inhumanity Exhibited in London Against General Washington". This is on the Huddy-Asgill Affair. Website have full details, but in brief Capt. Huddy, an American ... See More
Signed by Benjamin Franklin...
Item #701172
April 03, 1787
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, April 3, 1787 Page 3 has a letter to the governor of Mass. from Ben Franklin, President of the Penna. Council, concerning the apprehension of those involved in the Shays’ Rebellion. It is signed in type: B. Franklin.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Interesting title & newspaper...
Item #705753
October 20, 1787
OLLA PODRIDA, Oxford, England, Oct. 20, 1787 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.
Thomas Jefferson on creating a Navy...
Item #677358
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, November, 1787 Among the articles within are: "The Situation of the First & Present Settlers in America Contrasted" "Thoughts on emigration, Particularly to America..." Mr. Jefferson's Opinion Upon the Establishment of an American Naval Force" which begins: "The sea is the field on which we should meet an European en... See More
From York, England...
Item #700789
November 03, 1787
THE YORK CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 3, 1787 A nice newspaper from the UK with mostly European reports and ads.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, full red tax stamp on the front page, small wear hole to the front leaf, minor rubbing.
The Federal edifice: a famous engraving!
Item #703265
January 16, 1788
THE MASSACHUSETTS CENTINEL, Boston, January 16, 1788 This is one of the more desired & elusive issues of this title to be had, as it contains one of the cherished "pillar cartoons". The only other newspaper we have discovered that used the pillar cartoons is the Independent Chronicle, also from Boston.
Russell, the publisher, devised a cartoon showing each state as... See More
Much on the states debating the proposed Constitution...
Item #676194
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, Philadelphia, June, 1788 This is the "second edition" as noted on the title page, printed on Feb. 20, 1792. Among the articles are: "Observations on the Management of the Female Convicts in the Workhouse, Philadelphia" "Objections to the Proposed Plan of Government for the United States on Genuine Principles" is concerning the propose... See More
Washington's Farewell Orders... His resignation as Commander-in-chief... American Crisis... Letters from a Farmer... Fabius...
Item #676203
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), September, 1788 The issue begins 4 1/2 pages of a letter: "...From an European Traveler in America, to his Friend in London, written in the year 1785" which provides an interesting perspective of America at that time. It is continued in a future issue.
Of significance is the full text of: "General Washington's Farewell Orders to the ... See More
Captain Read and his historic journey to and from China...
Item #697812
December 06, 1788
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 6, 1788 Page 5 has a letter from New York concerning Captain Thomas Read's trip to China. Wikipedia notes: "... he sailed from the Delaware on June 7, 1787, and arrived at Canton on December 22 following, after sailing on a track that had never before been taken by any other vessel, and making the first "out-of-season" passage to C... See More
Ben Franklin on the proposed Constitution...
Item #668666
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1789 Pages 1, 2 and a bit of page 3 are taken up with a fascinating: "...address to the inhabitants of the United States of America, by the celebrated Dr. Benjamin Franklin, on the disaffection that has prevailed towards the new system of government introduced in that country...".This is an interesting letter of defense of the new Const... See More
George Washington's journal... Pay for the President...
Item #720648
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, July, 1789 The issue begins with a: "Description of the Seat of His Excellency John Hancock, Esquire, Boston", the report taking 1 1/2 pages. The plate of it is lacking. This is followed by: "Commencement at Cambridge".Further on is the continuation of: "Major George Washington's Journal" from 1753 which takes about 6 pag... See More
On religion in the Constitution... George Washington... The French Revolution....
Item #719849
THE AMERICAN MUSEUM, (Philadelphia), September, 1789* re. United States Constitution & religion
* 1st year of George Washington's administration
Content includes: "American Anecdote" "Dr. Barnaby Relates the Following Anecdote of Dr. Franklin"; an address: "To the President of the United States" by the ministers of the German Reformed chur... See More
The United States described... Rare plate included...
Item #652721
THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, November, 1789 The issue begins with the continuation of: "Letters from a Pennsylvanian on his Travels Into the Eastern States..." which is very descriptive & which takes nearly 5 pages. Also the continuation of the: "History of the American War", and "Memoirs of the Bastille" which had recently fallen signaling th... See More
At a lesser price... from Boston...
Item #649301
(6) COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, a lot of six 2nd rate issues dating from 1795-1799. Various news of the day from this famous colonial town. This was arguably the most successful & well-known newspaper of in 18th century America. Could contain close-trimming, staining, archival mending, etc., but will not have loss of text. Please note: The S&H for this lot is a bit higher than that of a si... See More
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Bunker Hill... Post-Revolutionary War engraving...
Item #675440
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1790 Certainly the prime piece is the very nice, full page engraved plate captioned: "View of Bunker's Hill" which is accompanied by a brief article which includes: "...very accurate & pretty drawing of Bunker's Hill, within the encampments of the Generals Howe and Clinton, and Charles Town, as it appeared after being... See More
Early report of the death of Ben Franklin, from a hometown magazine...
Item #682844
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, April, 1790 Certainly the most notable report is the death of the revered Ben Franklin. At the back of the issue, in "The Gazette" section, is a report that: "On the 17th of April, departed this life, at Philadelphia, the venerable & celebrated Philosopher and Patriot, His Excellency Benjamin Franklin..." with some particulars... See More
Two Acts of Congress signed by George Washington... Will of Ben Franklin...
Item #705730
May 29, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, May 29, 1790 On page 3 beneath a woodcut of an eagle and shield are: "Laws Of The United States Published By Authority" containing: "An Act to prescribe the mode in which the public Acts, Records, and Judicial Proceedings in each state...", signed in type: John Adams, George Washington & Thomas Jefferson, plus a second Act conce... See More
Washington signs an Act of Congress...
Item #704060
June 23, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, June 23, 1790 The front page begins with an Act of Congress signed in script type by the President: George Washington, and in block type: John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. It is headed with an engraving of a heraldic eagle.
Page 2 has much reporting from Congress during this formative year of the federal government.
Four pages, very nice condition.... See More
Washington's Act of Congress consumes the entire front page... More inside...
Item #703612
August 07, 1790
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 7, 1790 The entire front page is taken up with the full text of: "An ACT for the Government & Regulation of Seamen in the Merchants Service" headed with an engraving of a heraldic eagle. It is signed in script type by the President: George Washington.
This may be the only issue we've handled where an Act of Congress entirely consumes the fr... See More
Alexander Hamilton re: the Funding Act... Washington, Adams & Jefferson... Building a lighthouse at Cape Henry...
Item #718411
October 02, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, N.Y., Oct. 2, 1790 Both pages 3 and 4 have two separate documents on carrying into effect the very historic Funding Act of 1790, whereby the new federal government assumed the debts of the individual states incurred during the Revolutionary War.
Most of the front page is taken up with the conclusion of the: "Collection Law" of the United States
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On the historic Funding Act... Building the Cape Henry lighthouse... Much more...
Item #705729
October 06, 1790
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Oct. 6, 1790 The back page has not one, but two documents from the "Treasury Department" concerning carrying into effect the historic Funding Act of 1790, whereby the new federal government would assume the debts of the individual states incurred during the Revolutionary War.
The back page also has a "Treasury Department" docum
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The back page also has a "Treasury Department" docum
Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and more...
Item #703600
April 28, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 28, 1792 The front page has an Act of Congress concerning the creation of light houses, beacons, buoys & public piers, signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington, and in block type by Th. Jefferson and John Adams. They are to be installed at Charleston, and in the Chesapeake at the north end of Willoughby's Spit, at the tail of the Horse ... See More
Beauty of the White House, under construction...
Item #719769
October 20, 1792
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, October 20, 1792 A page 2 report under "Pennsylvania" is datelined Philadelphia and reports: "The elegance of the new building, now preparing for the use and accommodations of the President of the United States certainly very far exceed every thing of the kind that has hitherto been attempted in the country..." and more (see).
Four pages, neve... See More
Washington re-elected... Report from Botany Bay...
Item #705659
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1793 There are several items of interest, one of which is several pages on the: "Minutes of the Proceedings of the National Convention of France" with much text on what should be the fate of Louis XVI.This is followed by: "The Last Will and Testament of His Late Most Christian Majesty" which has near the beginning: "I... See More
Washington re-elected... Report from Botany Bay...
Item #705660
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, February, 1793 There are several items of interest, one of which is several pages on the: "Minutes of the Proceedings of the National Convention of France" with much text on what should be the fate of Louis XVI.This is followed by: "The Last Will and Testament of His Late Most Christian Majesty" which has near the beginning: "I... See More
On the execution of King Louis XVI...
Item #700859
February 07, 1793
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Feb. 7, 1793 Page 2 includes: "The intelligence of the execution of Louis XVI has been received here with astonishment and horror. It has occasioned a violent ferment in the army; and deletions begin to be very considerable in consequence of the King's death..." with more.
Four pages, very minor loss at the top of the blank spine, good ... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #720250
July 25, 1793
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, July 25, 1793 If you are looking for a handsome American newspaper from George Washington's administration which is displayable & priced reasonably, this is one of the best. This title has one of the more decorative mastheads of the era, with an engraving of the then-coat-of-arms featuring an Indian with a bow & arrow.
Fo... See More
Washington writes to the people of New London...
Item #669159
September 18, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 18, 1793
* President George Washington
* New London CT Connecticut
Page 2 includes: "Declaration of the French" and "Anecdote of Louis XVIth" as well as items from Georgia, Virginia and New York. Also a letter "To the Inhabitants of the City of New London" signed in type by the President: Go. Washington.
The back ... See More
Death of John Hancock...
Item #663037
THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, October, 1793 The most notable report is a very discrete & rather inconspicuous back page mention under the heading: "Deaths', which begins the list with: "Massachusetts--Boston, His Excellency John Hancock, Esq. Governour, 57". A very early report--likely why there is no article within on his death--as he died on October 8. Gest to ... See More
The affair of "Citizen Genet"...
Item #719847
December 04, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 4, 1793
* Citizen Genet Affair
* Edmond Charles Genet
The front page contains nearly a full column headed: "Official Communications" which has two letters signed by Genet, the French ambassador to the United States, concerning what is known as the "Citizen Genet Affair" relating to his plans to get America to support the French in c... See More
Lengthy Jefferson report... Marie Antoinette is sentenced and beheaded...
Item #703231
January 15, 1794
THE ORACLE OF THE DAY, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Jan. 15, 1794 This is a quite scarce 18th century American title, this being the volume 2, number 13 issue. It existed only until 1799.
All of the front page and most of page 2 are taken up with the: "Report Of the Secretary of State on the Privileges and Restrictions on the Commerce of the United States in Foreign Countries" which... See More
Published by Ben Franklin's grandson...
Item #719768
January 25, 1794
GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Jan. 25, 1794 This issue was published by Benjamin Franklin Bache, Ben's grandson. The front page is filled with ads including 6 illustrated ship ads and a "One Hundred Dollars Reward" ad for a runaway Dutch servant boy, with details. Various news of the day inside, with more ads as well.
Four pages never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
During Washington's administration...
Item #700358
March 13, 1794
GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 13, 1794 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
Four pages, tiny binding holes along the spine, untrimmed, great condition.
During Washington's administration...
Item #705731
March 19, 1794
GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 19, 1794 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. The front page features 5 illustrated ship advertisements. Half of page 2 is taken up with reports from the "Federal Legislature". Among the back page ads is one for a: "Run Away...in the state of Virginia...a... See More
From during Washington's administration...
Item #707333
March 21, 1794
GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, March 21, 1794 Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements.
Four pages, tiny binding holes along the spine, very nice condition.
George Washington, Sam Adams, and building the original frigates...
Item #701538
July 16, 1794
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 16, 1794
* re. United States Navy creation
* Construction of the frigates begins
* USS Constitution, Constellation & U.S.
The front page has an Act of Congress signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington. Also two Acts of the Massachusetts Legislature, each signed in type by Samuel Adams.
The top of page 2 has: "The Age of R... See More
Beautiful masthead in this 1795 Canterbury newspaper...
Item #649281
January 01, 1795
KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, 1795 We seldom have titles to offer from Canterbury, and this newspaper has one of the more decorative & beautiful mastheads of the era. Note the two very detailed engravings on either side, one of which is the fabled Canterbury Cathedral. A coat-of-arms in the middle, with very ornate lettering for 'Kentish Gazette'.
A fine issue of this ti... See More
Address signed by Sam Adams...
Item #707374
January 26, 1795
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, Jan. 26, 1795 Page 3 has 1 1/2 columns taken up with an: "Address" to the Mass. legislature by the govern, signed in type: Samuel Adams. Mention is also made of an "illumination" celebration in Boston in honor of George Washington.
The back page has an ad for a lottery: "For the Improvement of the Federal City" then u... See More
Decorative masthead...
Item #701174
April 13, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, April 13, 1795 This newspaper has one of the more decorative mastheads of the era, with a nice coat-of-arms engraving featuring an Indian with a box and arrow.
The back page is decorative as well, as it has 20 illustrated advertisements, 19 of which are for houses for sale.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Five Acts of Congress signed by President Washington...
Item #701544
April 18, 1795
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 18, 1795 The front page is dominated by not one, but five Acts of Congress, each one signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
Two of the Acts relate to the recent Whiskey Rebellion troubles: "An Act to Provide some Present Relief...who have Suffered in Their Property by the Insurgents in the Western Counties of Pennsylvania" and the... See More
A Proclamation by Anthony Wayne, on peace with the Indians...
Item #713352
May 11, 1795
SPOONER'S VERMONT JOURNAL, Windsor, May 11, 1795 Page 3 has a letter from an officer in General Anthony Wayne's army, datelined from Fort Wayne, Miami Village, in which he gives the latest on relations with the Indians in what is now the Ohio vicinity.
Also on page 2 is: "A Proclamation" for establishing a permanent peace with all the Indian tribes and nations northwest of... See More
Only one issue is recorded in the United States...
Item #701721
October 14, 1795
KLINE'S CARLISLE WEEKLY GAZETTE, Pennsylvania, Oct. 14, 1795 This is a very scarce title from 18th century America, the first we have been able to offer in 20 or more years. Brigham's "History & Bibliography of American Newspapers" notes that only the American Antiquarian Society has this issue.
Four pages, excellent condition.
Scarce, short-lived newspaper from Philadelphia...
Item #706002
January 21, 1796
THE NEW WORLD, Philadelphia, Jan. 21, 1797 A quite scarce title, and until a recent find, the very first we have offered in our 44 years. It published for exactly one year. Various news reports and advertisements of the day.
Four pages, folio size, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Paul Revere and George Washington...
Item #701340
March 09, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 9, 1796
* President George Washington
* Paul Revere's Masonic Lodge
Page 2 has an Act of Congress concerning a loan on the domestic debt which is signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington, and in block type by John Adams. Also on page 2 is a: "Tribute Of Respect" to: "...the Great WASHINGTON."
Page 3 ha... See More
The Jay Treaty: preventing another war...
Item #705918
March 16, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 16 & 19, 1796 A very significant pair of issues as they contain, in its entirety, the full text of the Jay Treaty, one of the more significant 18th century documents in American history.
Taking much of the front page and part of page 2 in the issue of the 16th is part of Jay's Treaty through Article 12. Prefacing the Treaty is a "Proclamation&q... See More
George Washington and Sam Adams...
Item #704073
April 16, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 16, 1796 The front page features two Acts of Congress concerning courts, each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
Page 2 has a chart of the latest count for the election of Mass. governor, showing Judge Sumner leading over Gov. Sam Adams.
Four pages, some damp staining, good condition.
Washington and General Anthony Wayne...
Item #703230
June 07, 1796
THE SALEM GAZETTE, Massachusetts, June 7, 1796 Near the bottom of the front page is a note to Congress concerning the taking possession of the posts at Detroit and Michilimachiac, signed in type by the President: G. Washington.
Page 3 has a note: "Letters from West Point mention that the troops are under marching orders to take possession of the posts at Otswego and Niagara...The ... See More
Three Acts of Congress signed by George Washington...
Item #704061
July 20, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, July 20, 1796 The front page features not one but three Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington. One relates to building codes for new construction in Washington, D.C. and another is for: "...making Appropriations for the Support of the Military & Naval Establishments...".
Four pages, very nice condition.... See More
Early issue of this revered title...
Item #704441
January 01, 1797
THE TIMES, London, England, 1797 Perhaps the most revered newspaper in the world, it began in 1785 under the title "The Daily Universal Register", adopting its modern name on January 1, 1788.
An opportunity for a very nice issue of this iconic title with a decorative red-ink tax stamp at the top.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.
Inaugural addresses of John Adams, and much more...
Item #703229
March 08, 1797
THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, March 8, 1797 The front page has an address: "To George Washington" from the Penna. legislature on his retirement from public office, to which he responded with a letter signed in type; Go. Washington.
This is followed by another similar letter to the President, again with his response signed; Go. Washington. Then carrying ove... See More
Four George Washington signatures on the front page...
Item #701171
April 26, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 26, 1797 The front page features not one, but four documents each signed by the President: Go. Washington, three of them are signed in the very desirable script type. One of the Acts relates to fixing the military establishment of the United States.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
George Washington on the front page...
Item #703616
May 10, 1797
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 10, 1797 The middle of the front page contains not one but four Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: Go. Washington.
Such issues are scarce--particularly with more than one signature--yet increasingly desirable and very displayable as such.
Beginning on the front page & concluding on page 2 is a letter: "From Mr. Jefferson,... See More
One of the less common 18th century titles...
Item #705984
June 14, 1797
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 14, 1797 The entire front page is taken up with ads including a a detailed ad for a runaway slave ad under: "Fifty Dollars Reward".
Another can be found on the back page.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.
Post-Revolutionary War Boston...
Item #649216
(5) AN EARLY LOT - Five issues of the Columbian Centinel newspaper dating from 1794 to 1799. Each issue is in nice condition (not 2nd-rate). Increasingly rare from the 18th century. News of the day & period ads.
Charge of Speculation against Alexander Hamilton is refuted...
Item #717884
January 10, 1798
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Jan. 10, 1798 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
Page 3 has the latest reports from Congress. The back page has an ad for a recently published book: "Observations on Certain Documents...The History of the United States for the year 1796... See More
From when Philadelphia was the temporary capital of the United States...
Item #665591
March 23, 1798
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, March 23, 1798 The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction.
All of the front page is taken up with advertisements including ten illustrated ship ads. Most of page 2 is taken up with reports from Congress.
Four pages, wide never-trimmed margins, nice ... See More
Engraving of a porcupine in the masthead...
Item #705674
April 03, 1798
PORCUPINE'S GAZETTE, Philadelphia, April 3, 1798 The masthead features an engraving of a porcupine. At least 6 runaway or desertion reward ads with various details.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, a tear at the bottom is a paper-making flaw, nice condition.
Post-Revolutionary War Boston, with John Adams signatures...
Item #649292
(5) COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, lot of 5 issues dating from 1797-1801, each containing at least one John Adams signature. Somewhat 2nd-rate but not damaged. Issues with his signature are increasingly hard to find, and these are priced at a significant discount.
London from 1799...
Item #704440
January 01, 1799
THE SUN, London, England, 1799 A fine issue of a typical late 18th century newspaper, the top of the masthead containing a decorative, red-inked tax stamp. Much news of the day and ads as well.
Four pages, good condition.
First 18th century issue of this title we have offered...
Item #694383
February 19, 1799
THE SENTINEL OF FREEDOM, Newark, New Jersey, Feb. 19, 1799 As any collector knows 18th century newspapers from New Jersey are very few & far between. Our records seem to indicate we've not previously offered an 18th century issue of this title before (and just one of the 19th century).
Very ornate embellishment in the masthead as well as ornate lettering.
Four pages, scattered foxi... See More
Recruitment ad for joining the U.S. military...
Item #705974
June 05, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, June 5, 1799 Page 2 has a letter from Lord Nelson to his wife. Page 3 also has a very nice recruitment ad for the military headed: "ATTENTION ! " "To all who properly estimate the Independence of America, love its Constitution, and are willing to defend its Government & Laws, in the station of Soldiers, an opportunity no... See More
This title is not held by any American institution...
Item #700237
August 03, 1799
FELIX FARLEY'S BRISTOL JOURNAL, England, Aug. 3, 1799 The masthead features an engraving somewhat similar to the Royal coat-of-arms. A folio size newspaper with untrimmed margins, several illustrated ship ads on the front page with mostly British & other European reports inside.
This title is not held by any American institution. It is Crane & Kaye title #1316a.
Four pages, ful... See More
John Adams signs four Acts of Congress... The Marines...
Item #701168
September 04, 1799
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 4, 1799
* 18th century U.S. Marine Corps
* Second President John Adams
* Acts of United States Congress
The front page has four Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: John Adams, one of which is: "An ACT, authorizing an Augmentation of the Marine Corps".
Page 2 has: "Capt. Truxton's Resignation"... See More
A mutiny attempt on the frigate Congress?
Item #702803
April 28, 1800
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, April 28, 1800 Page 3 has an interesting report headed: "Mutiny - On Road the Congress Frigate" with the text beginning: "On the 4th inst. a most serious & alarming mutiny broke out on board the Congress frigate, of 36 runs, lying at Craney Island..." with more detail. It appears an all-out mutiny was averted. We can find nothing abo... See More
Thomas Jefferson's inaugural address...
Item #703946
March 11, 1801
MIRROR OF THE TIMES & GENERAL ADVERTISER, Wilmington, Delaware, March 11, 1801 Over half of page 2 is taken up with Thomas Jefferson's inaugural address, headed: "PRESIDENT'S SPEECH" and prefaced with: "Wednesday last, at 12 o'clock, Thomas Jefferson, President of the United States, took the oath of office required by the Constitution, in the Senate Chamber, in... See More
One of the more rare titles we have offered...
Item #694382
September 30, 1801
THE SUN OF LIBERTY, New Haven, Connecticut, Sept. 30, 1801 This is one of the more scarce titles we have offered in recent years. It had been printed in Norwalk for 52 issues, with the first issue in New Haven being #53. As noted in Brigham it was: "discontinued after a few numbers. The last issue located is that of Nov. 4, 1801, vol. 2 no. 11" or just 11 or 12 issues p... See More
Displayable masthead... early 19th century...
Item #649304
NEW ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, 1801-1802 A typical "newsy" newspaper of the era with a nice woodcut of a soaring mercury in the masthead. Some light foxing, untrimmed. Actual dates vary, but the issue sent will be similar in look and condition to that shown, and will date from 1801-1802.
Acts of Congress signed by Jefferson...
Item #702763
January 29, 1803
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 29, 1803 Page 2 begins with two Acts of Congress, each signed in script type by the President: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, two discrete archival mends inside not close to the mentioned content, nice condition.
The Louisiana Purchase on the front page...
Item #702427
November 02, 1803
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 2, 1803 The top of the front page has an historic notice headed: "Louisiana Treaty" announcing the ratification of the treaty by the Senate by which the United States acquired the Louisiana Territory, referred to now as the Louisiana Purchase. It lists the names of the senators who voted against the treaty and those who voted in favor of the treaty.... See More
Five American newspapers: 1803-1809...
Item #712457
June 12, 1805
(5) Five very early 19th century American newspapers: United States' Gazette, Nov. 30, 1809; Massachusetts Spy, June 8, 1808; Boston Gazette, May 6, 1805; Independent Chronicle, Nov. 19, 1807; and New York Herald, Nov. 30, 1803. All five are good "newsy" newspapers of folio size, 4 pages, some margin tears, generally good condition. A nice set of five different, early newspapers.... See More
The First Barbary War...
Item #700659
September 20, 1805
THE REPERTORY, Boston, Sept. 20, 1805 Page 2 has content concerning the First Barbary War including: "Official" relating to a possible peace treaty with Tripoli. Plus a very lengthy letter signed in type by Captain Isaac Hull concerning the Barbary War. Also: "General Eaton and the Ex-Bashaw" of Tripoli.
Four pages, nice condition.
The First Barbary War...
Item #700658
February 12, 1806
THE CONNECTICUT COURANT, Hartford, Feb. 12, 1806 The front pages content on the First Barbary War including the: "Convention" or treaty with Tripoli in hopes of resolving the problems between the two nations.
Four pages, very nice condition.
The Lewis & Clark Expedition has arrived back at St. Louis...
Item #705702
December 03, 1806
THE TIMES, London, England, Dec. 3, 1806 Page 3 includes a report from Washington beginning: "It is with the sincerest pleasure that we announce to our fellow citizens the arrival of Capt. Lewis with his exploring party, at St. Louis...President of the United States has received a letter from him dated at St. Louis...at which placed himself, Capt. Clarke, and their party arrived..."... See More
Jefferson's annual message, with mention of Lewis & Clark...
Item #713498
December 15, 1806
SPOONER'S VERMONT JOURNAL, Windsor, Dec. 15, 1806 Pages 2 and 3 contain the "President's Message" communicated to Congress, it being Jefferson's state-of-the-union address to the nation.
Of significance is some fine mention of the Lewis and Clark expedition: "...The expedition of Messrs. Lewis and Clarke [sic]...has all the success which could have been expected..... See More
From Thomas Jefferson's administration...
Item #649276
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1807-1809 A lot of 10 issues of this popular title from the "Hub City". All have the subscriber's name written in the margin above the masthead, some minor edge tears, a few scattered stains, and occasional foxing, but overall, quite nice.
From the heart of Thomas Jefferson's Presidency...
Item #559604
(5) UNITED STATES GAZETTE, For The Country, Philadelphia, 1807-1809 A lot of 5 issues offering an interesting insight into the early period of the Jeffersonian era, as the government transitioned away from Federalist policy.Complete in 4 pages, 2nd-rate condition with rubbing, foxing, and staining, but not damaged.
The images show an example of the condition and look of the issu... See More
William Cowper poem: the abolition of the slave trade...
Item #705982
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES For The Country, Philadelphia, May 25, 1807 Page 3 has: "THE ABOLITION OF THE SLAVE TRADE" which is the timely reprinting of the William Cowper poem "The Morning Dream" (shown here issue simply as "A Dream"). Nice to have the printing of Cowper's poem so soon after the enactment of the Slave Trade Act of 1807. It woul... See More
Jefferson and Aaron Burr...
Item #702739
August 05, 1807
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 5, 1807 The front page has a letter from the President to the King of Holland, signed in type: Th. Jefferson. Page 2 has a report noting: "The trial of Mr. Burr for High Treason...commenced on Monday last...".
Four pages, slightly irregular at the spine, good condition.
Jefferson and Aaron Burr...
Item #702778
August 05, 1807
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Aug. 5, 1807 The front page has a letter from the President to the King of Holland, signed in type: Th. Jefferson. Page 2 has a report noting: "The trial of Mr. Burr for High Treason...commenced on Monday last...".
Four pages, good condition.
Five signatures of Thomas Jefferson...
Item #667656
December 31, 1807
AMERICAN MERCURY, Hartford, Dec. 31, 1807
* President Thomas Jefferson
* United States Congress
The front page features an Act of Congress for funding the Navy, signed in type: Th. Jefferson.
Page 2 has several addresses to the President which includes four responses each signed by him in type: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, some damp staining, minor archival mend at the blank spi... See More
Acts of Congress signed by Thomas Jefferson...
Item #713233
April 25, 1808
SPOONER'S VERMONT JOURNAL, Windsor, April 25, 1808 Both pages 1 and 2 have much on: "Documents Accompanying the President's Message to Both Houses of Congress" including two documents signed by James Monroe, and one by James Madison.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, damp stains at a lower corner, some margin wear, good condition.
Jefferson's Proclamation concerning an insurrection...
Item #713234
May 09, 1808
SPOONER'S VERMONT JOURNAL, Windsor, May 9, 1808 Page 3 has: "By the President of the United States, A PROCLAMATION" concerning: "...sundry persons...confederating together on Lake Champlain...for the purposes of forming insurrections against the authority of the laws of the United States..." and more. Page 3 also has a report from Pittsburgh concerning: "...a man... See More
Pamphlet comparing the Washington & Jefferson administrations...
Item #702521
January 01, 1810
A pamphlet, with the full title page noting; "The NEW-ENGLAND PATRIOT: Being A Candid Comparison of the Principles and Conduct of the WASHINGTON and JEFFERSON Administrations. The Whole Founded Upon Indisputable Facts & Public Documents, to which reference is made in the Text And Notes": with the imprint noting: "Boston: Printed by Russell and Cutler, 1810".
Complete in ov... See More
10 issues from James Madison's presidency... Pre-War of 1812...
Item #649289
(10) BOSTON GAZETTE, dated 1810-1811 A lot of ten issues from the early 19th century when James Madison was president. News and advertising of the day provide perspective on this formative period just prior to the War of 1812. Irregular at the spine but without loss of text; some foxing and wear with lite staining, typical for the period. The photo shows an example of the look and cond... See More
This newspaper existed for just 13 issues...
Item #698813
March 20, 1810
THE FREDONIAN, Boston, March 20, 1810 This is the first of this title we have located, being the volume 1, number 5 issue. This title existed for just 13 issues, from February 20 thru May 15, 1810.
A typical newspaper of the day, 4 pages, nice condition.
The War of 1812... A mini-lot at a reduced price...
Item #649218
(5) A lot of five newspapers of a blend of various folio-size and non-folio-size newspapers (various titles), all containing news on The War of 1812. Average condition with mild wear and foxing; not damaged or 2nd rate. A great set of historic issues at a very reasonable price.
This item is not eligible for free shipping.
Rare piece of political Americana: the birth of Gerrymandering...
Item #715496
Terrific broadside: "Natural And Political History of THE GERRY-MANDER! In Two Chapters.....With Cuts."Information from dealer Barry Lawrence Ruderman notes:
"Rare political broadside featuring the first political cartoon in American history to visualize and satirize gerrymandering, one of the most enduring distortions of democratic representation.
This sheet pairs two woodcu
... See More
News from the War of 1812...
Item #672742
October 15, 1812
BOSTON GAZETTE, Oct. 15, 1812 Page 2 has a report: "Western News" which mentions in part: "...news relative to the war operations in the North West...two large boats...entered the mouth of Genesee River and cast out two vessels...Several other vessels have been captured on the lake and some depredations committed by the English boatmen on the frontier inhabitants..." and ... See More
Battle of Queenston Heights...
Item #700983
November 11, 1812
FEDERAL REPUBLICAN & COMMERCIAL GAZETTE, Georgetown, (District of Columbia), Nov. 11, 1812 From the War of 1812 with the front page have a lengthy document signed y the President; James Monroe". This is followed by: "Reports of the Battle of Queenstown [Queenston Heights, Ontario]".
A few items on the war on pages 2 and 3.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, archival st... See More
You know of Molly Pitcher. Do you know of Betsy Doyle?
Item #710780
December 19, 1812
THE WAR, New York, Dec. 19, 1812 Most of the front page is taken up with a: "Official Report, to Brigadier General Smyth with much war reporting, signed in type: Geo. McFeeley, Lt. Col. Commanding Fort Niagara.
Within McFeeley's report is: "...An instance of extraordinary bravery in a female (the wife of one Doyle, a private in the United States Artillery, made a pr... See More
Very rare War of 1812 newspaper: first we have offered...
Item #694381
August 13, 1813
WAR JOURNAL, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Aug. 13, 1813 This is the first of this title we have seen in our 50+ years. It only existed for 40 issues (this is # 23), from March 12 - Dec. 14, 1813.
As the title should suggest the focus of the newspaper was the ongoing War of 1812, but there is other content as well.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, slightly irregular at the blank spine from ... See More
Existed exclusively to report the War of 1812...
Item #695202
September 07, 1813
THE WAR, New York, Sept. 7, 1813 Could any other title better define the focus of this newspaper?
Among the front page reports are: "Desperate Action" which as a Charleston dateline; "Fort Madison Again Attacked" "The Contrast" and "The Attack on Sandusky".
Inside page items include a letter from Upper Sandusky signed in type by: Wm. H. Harrison; "... See More
With the famous quote: "We have met the enemy and they are ours..."
Item #698812
October 05, 1813
THE WAR, New York, October 5, 1813 This is a very interesting newspaper as it existed for one purpose: to report the news from the War of 1812. It began publication shortly after the war began, & ceased to publish once the war was over.
The front page is entirely taken up with a lengthy & detailed report headed: "Barbarities Of The Enemy" "Bad Treatment Of American Pr... See More
War in the Niagara vicinity... Calling for troops...
Item #703069
February 15, 1814
THE WAR, New York, Feb. 15, 1814 The front page is entirely taken up with "An Act" of Congress for "Provisions For Filling The Ranks of the Regular Army..." signed: James Madison, plus "An Act--Authorizing the President...to cause certain regiments...to be enlisted for five years or during the war." signed: James Madison, as well as a very lengthy account hea
... See More
Much on New Orleans: did the city fall to the Americans?
Item #700997
January 26, 1815
BOSTON GAZETTE, Jan. 26, 1815 Inside has a few items from the closing events of the War of 1812 including: "Chesapeake Squadron" "From Sacket's Harbour" "Of New Orleans" the latter including: "A rumor has been afloat all the morning of the fall of New Orleans. There is, I understand no foundation for the report...". Actually New Orleans fell on Jan... See More
On Napoleon at Waterloo...
Item #699383
May 03, 1817
THE NATIONAL REGISTER, Washington, May 3, 1817 An uncommon title that existed from March 2, 1816 thru Dec. 7, 1820. As the photos show the format was very much like the more popular 'Niles Weekly Register' which began in 1811, but not remotely as successful.
Inside has much on the life of Napoleon Bonaparte, one portion headed: "Blunder of Waterloo".
Sixteen pages, 6 1/4 ... See More
Landmark event in women's history: former slave woman petitions as an heir to her brother's estate...
Item #705927
October 22, 1817
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 22, 1817 In 1818 a woman named Pamela Sparhawk petitioned the Mass. General Court to be recognized as heir to her brother’s estate.
What makes this remarkable? Pamela Sparhawk was a formerly enslaved Black woman.
Pamela separated from her brother in childhood. After more than a decade of bondage in Boston and nearby Newton, she was determined to build... See More
Bandits are planning to invade Texas...
Item #702099
April 25, 1818
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, April 25, 1818 Page 2 has an article: "New Banditti" that reports: "...that banditti, composed of French and other Europeans, were forming a military nest at Galveston [Galveston]...and that they intended to invade from thence the Spanish province of Texas...".
pages, never bound nor trimmed, in great condition.
Letters from Andy Jackson...
Item #702737
June 18, 1818
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, June 18, 1818 The front page has a letter signed in type: Andrew Jackson as a Major General. Page 2 has lengthier letter headed: "On The Indian War" also by Andrew Jackson.
At least 3 rewards ads for runaway slaves.
Four pages, nice condition.
The Jew Bill... Jefferson, Adams & Madison lend their support...
Item #689202
February 20, 1819
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER with the "Supplement To Volume XV", Baltimore, Feb. 20, 1819 Certainly the best content in this issue is in the lengthy "Supplement" to the volume, with an article headed: "Legislature Of Maryland - The Jew Bill--From A Correspondent" which takes nearly four pages.
As a bit of history, In 1776 Maryland's constitution safely protec... See More
One of the earliest Louisiana newspapers we have offered...
Item #705994
June 09, 1819
ORLEANS GAZETTE & COMMERCIAL ADVERTISER, June 9, 1819 This is one of the earliest newspapers from Louisiana we have had the pleasure to offer.
The front page has "Arrival of The President in Savannah" with much detail, taking over a full column. Also an address: "To the Mayor, Aldermen and Citizens of Savannah" signed in type by the President: James Monroe.
Complete... See More
An instant mini-collection... 10 newspapers from the 1800's...
Item #694687
(10) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten newspapers with at least 5 different titles dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition---not a damaged lot and no pulpish newspapers. A popular way to assemble a variety of titles at a low price. You will receive 10 differently dated American newspapers, spread over a minimum of 5 different titles, ranging from 1820 to 1899, in average... See More
Newspapers with a treasure-trove of political reporting...
Item #649274
(20) NILES' REGISTER, Baltimore, 1820's - 1830's A lot of 20 different issues within the noted date range, all complete and each containing 16 pages.
Niles' Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to carrying a wealth of news events from across the country. I
... See More
Niles' Register was a very famous, small-size newspaper which excellent political reporting--not surprising given its proximity to Washington, D.C.--in addition to carrying a wealth of news events from across the country. I
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