1982 U.S. premiere of the film "Gandhi" ad...
Item #712046
December 07, 1982
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 7, 1982
* "Gandhi" film - movie advertisement
* Grand opening day American premiere
* Epic biographical film on Mahatma Gandhi
* Indian Independence movement from UK
* Actor Ben Kingsley in the title role
Page 50 has a nice full advertisement for the U.S. opening day of the film "GANDHI" This film won... See More
1982 premiere of the film "The Verdict" ad...
Item #711973
December 14, 1982
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 14, 1982
* "The Verdict" film - movie advertisement
* Grand opening day American premiere
* American legal movie - Actor Paul Newman
* "48 Hours" buddy cop action comedy film
* Actors Eddie Murphy and Nick Nolte
Page 78 has a full advertisement for the opening day of the film "The Verdict" T... See More
Early Billiards championship in 1878...
Item #711959
December 28, 1878
ST. LOUIS GLOBE-DEMOCRAT, Missouri, Dec, 28, 1878
* Early billiards - pool
* William Sexton vs. George Slosson
The top of the back page has a one column heading: "SEXTON STILL CHAMPIONS" with subheads. (see images)
Complete with 8 pages, light toning at the margins, generally nice. Should be handled with care.
1962 Thomas Mitchell (actor) death
Item #711757
December 18, 1962
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Dec. 18, 1962
* Thomas Mitchell death
* Hollywood actor & writer
* "Gone with the Wind" fame
The front page has a one column heading: "Film Star Mitchell Dies at 70" with photo. (see images) He played roles in some of the most iconic films including: "Gone With The Wins", "Stagecoach", "It's A Wonderful Life"... See More
Woman outlaw Helen Gillis captured in 1934...
Item #711587
December 05, 1934
CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, December 5, 1934
* Woman outlaw Helen Gillis arrested
* Baby Face Nelson's widow
* Gangster - bank robber
The front page has a five column heading: "Arrest of Nelson's Widow a Mystery" with subheads. (see images) First report coverage on the arrest of Helen Gillis, widow of American bank robber, Baby Face Nelson. Photo of Gillis is on the back page.... See More
Victory over the Creek Indians... Battle of Lake Erie...
Item #711558
December 25, 1813
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 25, 1813 The issue begins with: "The Embargo Law" which takes 3 pages. Also inside: "Female Heroism". Seven pages are taken up with: "Events of the War" which has a great wealth of content on the War of 1812. Among the reports & subheads here are: "Military--Wilkinson's Army" "The Southern Indians&... See More
Much reporting on the War of 1812...
Item #711555
December 04, 1813
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 4, 1813 Among the reports are: "The War-Tax Laws" "Captain Jesse D. Elliot" "Governor Shelby" "Vermont Militia" with a section headed: "Events of the War" taking over 6 pages & including subheads: "Military--The Northern Armies" "Official Correspondence--From Gen. Wilkinson to the Secret... See More
Battle of the Bulge begins... Initial attack by the Germans...
Item #711523
December 19, 1944
NEW YORK POST, EXTRA, December 19, 1944
* Battle of Bulge begins
* Initial German attack
* World War II - WWII
The front page has a nice headline that take up most of the page for display: "WE HURL TANKS AT GERMANS" with coverage on pages 2 & 3 including a few related photos and map. (see images)
Complete with with 32 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, mos... See More
1964 Free Speech Movement... Berkeley...
Item #711327
December 04, 1964
DETROIT FREE PRESS, December 4, 1964
* 1964 Free Speech Movement
* Mass students protest - sit-ins
* University of California at Berkeley
* Mario Savio giving his speech photo
The front page has a one column heading: "Arrest 800 In Sit-Ins At College" A photo of Mario Savio giving his "Bodies Upon the Gears" speech at Sprou Hall on the campus of the University of Calif... See More
Battle of the Bulge beginning...
Item #711292
December 20, 1944
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 20, 1944
* Battle of the Bulge beginning
* World War II - Belgium
* German offensive campaign
The top of the front page has a six column headline: "NAZIS GAIN IN BELGIUM IN GREAT BATTLE; FORTRESSES CALLED UPON TO STEM PUSH" with subheads and related photo. (see images) More on the following pages with a few more related photos and map. Coverage near t... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1673...
Item #711265
December 31, 1673
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 31, 1673
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* A 17th century dated New Years' Eve
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
Brandenburg Gate opening in 1989...
Item #711257
December 23, 1989
B-Z, Berlin, Germany, December 23, 1989
* Fall of the Berlin Wall
* Brandenburg Gate opens
* Best publication to be had ? (very rare)
A great issue on the fall of the Berlin Wall, with a banner headline proclaiming (translated): "Berlin, Rejoice!" The front page photo shows a huge crowd at the Brandenburg Gate, apparently oblivious to the rain & storm of that day, as th... See More
1929 George Bugs Moran...
Item #711194
December 31, 1929
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 31, 1929
* Post St. Valentine's Day Massacre
* George Bugs Moran safe raided by police
* Gangsters - gangland - underworld
* Probably only reported in a Chicago paper
The top of page 5 has a one column heading: "RAID ON MORAN SAFE NIPS BIG RACKET PROFITS" with subhead. (see images) The infamous St. Valentines' Day Massacre occurred earlier in the... See More
Nazi General Erich von Manstein guilty of war crimes...
Item #711157
December 20, 1949
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 20, 1949
* Nazi General Erich von Manstein
* Guilty of war crimes against humanity
* WWII - World War II field marshall
* Invasion of France architect - Jewish holocaust
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "Mannstein Guilty of Crimes, Gets 18 Years' Imprisonment" with subhead and photo. (see images)
Complete with all 56 page, r... See More
Philadelphia Eagles win 1949 NFL football championship...
Item #711126
December 19, 1949
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 19, 1949
* Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams
* NFL pro football championship title game
The top of page 31 has a seven column heading: "Eagles Win Second Straight National Football League Title in Rain" with subheads, stats and two related photos. (see images) First report coverage on the NFL football championship game between the Philadelphi... See More
1984 Bhopal gas disaster.. India...
Item #711091
December 05, 1984
SUN TIMES, Chicago, Dec. 5, 1984
* Bhopal gas disaster - tragedy
* Union Carbide India Unlimited (UCIL)
* World's worst industrial disaster
* Chemical gas methyl isocyanate
The front page has a report headed: "Fumes turn Indian city into a tomb" More on page 14 with related photo. (see images)
Complete with all 128 pages, tabloid size, nice condition.... See More
1984 beginning of hip hop rap music... GrandMixer DXT...
Item #710967
December 25, 1984
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 25 1984
* GrandMixer DXT - D.ST. editorial with photo
* 1st Musician to use the turntable as a instrument
* First of the turntablists - turntablism pioneer
* Beginning of new-school hip hop - rap music
* DJ Scratching - vinyl record turntable moving
Page 93 is an editorial with one column heading: "D.St. Builds fro... See More
1808 Theatrical ad includes Edgar Allan Poe's father...
Item #710963
December 26, 1808
BOSTON GAZETTE, Dec. 26, 1808
* Edgar Allan Poe's father theater ad (2)
A curious literary item here as the top of page 3 has an advertisement for the "Boston Theatre" with the performance of: "BATTLE OF HEHAM", a theatrical performance, with one of the principal characters being "Mr. Poe" as "Montague".
And another play titled: "THE PILGRIMS... See More
Rare political cartoon on America... Continental Association...
Item #710955
THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, Dec., 1774 A focus is a full page political cartoon concerning America, as such items ae rarely found in periodicals of the day.The heading of the cartoon is: "American In Flames" and the facing page has descriptive text on it. It reads in part: "...it will lead to point out the chief actors in the American tragedy...The three mo... See More
Detroit Lions win 1953 pro football title...
Item #710872
December 28, 1953
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Mass., December 28, 1953
* Detroit Lions vs. Cleveland Browns
* NFL football championship title game
* Number 3 of 4 league titles (1957 was last)
The top of page 12 has a two column heading: "Layne Leads Lions To Pro Grid Crown" with subhead, two related photos and stats. (see images) First report coverage on the NFL football champ... See More
Letters by Dolly Madison... The new silver dollar...
Item #710852
December 17, 1836
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 17, 1836 The front page has a nice descriptive article on the new seated liberty silver dollar by Gobrecht, which will: "...soon make its appearance. The face of the coin represents a full length figure of Liberty seated on a rock with the classic emblem of the pileus or liberty cap surmounting a spear held in the left hand..." with ... See More
1916 Victor Victrola advertisement...
Item #710748
December 18, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Dec. 18, 1916
* Victor Victrola talking machine ad
* Record - phonograph "His Master's Voice"
* Nipper the Dog & different models w/ prices
Page 3 has a very nice full page advertisement for a Victor Talking Machine. (see) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are n... See More
Battle of the Bulge beginning...
Item #710746
December 22, 1944
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 22, 1944
* Battle of the Bulge beginning
* World War II - Belgium
* German offensive campaign
The front page has a nice banner headline: "AMERICANS DRIVE 9 MILES INTO GERMAN FLANK, BUT ENEMY SPEARHEADS CUT TWO VITAL ROADS" with subheads and map. (see images) Nice for display. Coverage near the beginning of the famous Battle of the Bulge. Nice to have ... See More
Ara Parseghian retires from coaching... ND...
Item #710737
December 16, 1974
CHICAGO SUN-TIMES, Dec. 16, 1974
* Coach Ara Parseghian retires
* Notre Dame Fighting Irish
* NCAA College Football
The top of the front page has a headline that reads: "Ara quits Irish" with small photo of Parseghian.
The back page has a similar heading that reads: "Ara resigns as Notre Dame coach" (see images) He is noted for bringing Notre Dame football back ... See More
1984 Bhopal gas disaster.. India...
Item #710637
December 04, 1984
SUN TIMES, Chicago, Dec. 4, 1984
* Bhopal gas disaster - tragedy
* Union Carbide India Unlimited (UCIL)
* World's worst industrial disaster
* Chemical gas methyl isocyanate
Page 3 has a report headed: "Gas leak kills 410 in India" with small related map. (see images)
Complete with all 96 pages, tabloid size, nice condition.... See More
1916 lynching of Paulo Boleta...
Item #710330
December 14, 1916
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Dec. 14, 1916
* Lynching of Paulo Boleta
* Greenwich Village - NYC
* Italian immigrant beaten to death
* Early, same day reporting
The front page has a seven column headline in red lettering: "LYNCH LAW IN NEW YORK" with subhead. (see images) Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find iss... See More
Rita Hayworth gives birth to princess in 1949...
Item #710288
December 28, 1949
THE DETROIT NEWS, Dec. 28, 1949
* Hollywood actress Rita Hayworth
* Princess Yasmin Aga Khan born
* Prince Aly Khan daughter - Pakistan
The front page has a nice banner headline for display: "PRINCESS BORN TO RITA" with subheads. (see images)
Complete with 38 pages, rag edition in very nice condition. Some small binding holes along the spine. ... See More
1946 Winecoff Hotel fire disaster... Atlanta, Georgia...
Item #710279
December 09, 1946
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 9, 1946
* Winecoff Hotel fire (1st report)
* Atlanta, Georgia disaster
Page 24 has a editorial on the recent holocaust in Atlanta with one column heading: "The Atlanta Holocaust" Page 30 has a somewhat brief related article with heading: "Survives 7-Floor Leap" with subhead. (see images) This disaster happened on the night of Dec. 7th.
... See More
Gen. George S. Patton... Battle of the Bulge prelude...
Item #710234
December 09, 1944
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 9, 1944
* General George S. Patton
* World War II - WWII
* Battle of the Bulge prelude
The top of the front page has a five column headline: "GERMANS LAUNCH HEAVY ATTACK" with subheads that include: "Patton Lines Hold". See photos for partial coverage of Patton's movements just one week prior to the Battle of the Bulge.
Othe... See More
Fritz Julius Kuhn sentencing... German Bund leader...
Item #710194
December 05, 1939
NEW YORK WORLD-TELEGRAM, Dec. 5, 1939
* Fritz Julius Kuhn sentenced
* Condemned to Sing Sing Prison
* German American Bund leader
* Indictment for embezzlement
* Madison Square Garden rally fame
* German-American Nazis
The top of the front page has a nice banner headline: "KUHN GETS FROM 2 1/2 TO 5 YEARS" with subheads and photo of Kuhn leaving court. (see images) Nice to hav... See More
Upperville, Virginia TWA Flight 514 disaster...
Item #710191
December 02, 1974
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Mass., December 2, 1974
* TWA Flight 514 disaster
* Boeing 727-231 jet airplane
* Mount Weather, Virginia
The front page has a headline that reads: "Jet Crash Kills 92 Near Washington D.C." with subhead. Related photo on page 8. (see images) First report coverage on page 2 for the TWA Flight 514, Boeing 727-231 jet airplane crash near Upperville, Virginia.... See More
Detroit Lions win 1st NFL football championship...
Item #710116
December 15, 1935
THE DETROIT NEWS, December 15, 1935
* Detroit Lions NFL football championship game (1st time)
* vs. New York Giants (Day of) - Best title to be had ? (rare)
The front page of the sport's section (page 21) has a one column heading: "Lions Are Set for Title Game" with subheads and lineups. Page 5 of this section has a six column team photo of the New York Giants. (see images) Th... See More
Mary Harris "Mother" Jones death....
Item #710088
December 01, 1930
THE DETROIT NEWS, December 1, 1930
* Mary Harris "Mother" Jones death w/ photo
* United Mine Workers organizer & more
The front page has a one column heading: "'MOTHER JONES IS DEAD AT 100" with subhead. (see images) Related photo on the back page. (see) First report coverage on the death of Mary Harris Jones, co-founder of the Industrial Workers of the World.
C... See More
Review & premiere of "Good Will Hunting", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #710057
December 05, 1997
LOS ANGELES TIMES, December 5, 1997
* Best "Good Will Hunting" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere review
* Drama film - Robin Williams - Matt Damon
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Good Will Hunting" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Holly... See More
Boston newspaper with Loyalist leanings...
Item #709991
December 26, 1768
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Massachusetts, Dec. 26, 1768
* Colonial Boston original
* Pro loyalist - Tory
* Pre Rev. War tensions
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 th... See More
Buffalo Bills win 1964 AFL football title...
Item #709948
December 27, 1964
SPRINGFIELD SUNDAY REPUBLICAN, Mass., Dec. 27, 1964
* Buffalo Bills vs. San Diego Chargers (AFL)
* American Football League Championship Game
The front page of the sport's section has a nice banner headline: "BILLS UNSEAT CHARGERS AS AFL CHAMPS" with subheads and stats. (see images) First report coverage continues on the following pages with 2 related photos.
Complete with 70... See More
Amelia Earhart autogiro flight w/ passenger....
Item #709908
December 20, 1930
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 20, 1930
* Amelia Earhart autogyro flight
* Willow Grove, Pennsylvania
* First to carry a passenger
The top of page 3 has a one column heading: "Miss Earhart Pilots Passenger In Autogiro" with subhead. (see images) I suspect this is one of the few publications to report this particular event as other titles in our inventory do not.
Complete with 38 ... See More
Popular F.S. Church Christmas print (with two others)...
Item #709881
December 17, 1887
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, Dec. 17, 1887
* Frederick Stuart Church
The double page centerfold is by A.B. Frost: "Lost Their Way", and the "Supplement" issue has the sought after F.S. Church print: "Great Expectations", showing the bears preparing a holiday feast for fellow animals (see). Also another fullpg: "The Call to Dinner in a Logging Camp&q... See More
1892 Spalding Hose Fair, Waverly, New York...
Item #709865
December 10, 1892
WAVERLY FREE PRESS, Waverly, New York, December 6-10, 1892 (6 issues) This set includes 4 single-sheet issues of the "Spalding Hose Fair" (dated Dec. 6, 7, 8, and 9), one issue of the Waverly Free Press (dated Dec. 10), and a single sheet supplement of the Waverly Free Press (dated Dec. 10) - all providing day-by-day details of the Spalding Hose Fair of 1892. All issues have browni... See More
Archie Griffin wins 2nd Heisman trophy....
Item #709837
December 04, 1974
CHICAGO SUN-TIMES, December 4, 1974
* RB Archie Griffin
* Ohio State Buckeyes
* 1st Heisman Trophy
The sport's section (page 159) has a heading: "Heisman Trophy goes to Ohio States Griffin" with photo list of past winners. (see images) Another related article about Griffin is on page 155. First report coverage on Ohio State Buckeyes running back, Archie Griffin, winning the H... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1674...
Item #709834
December 03, 1674
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 3, 1674
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Unique gift idea for that history buff
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, th... See More
1974 Elton John concert advertisement...
Item #709778
December 02, 1971
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 2, 1974
* Early Elton John concert advertisement
* British singer - songwriter - pianist
* Madison Square Garden - New York City
Page 115 has a advertisement for early "Elton John" concerts at Madison Square Garden. (see images) This was one of his first concert tours. John Lennon surprised fans by joining Elton John ... See More
Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1684...
Item #709771
December 18, 1684
THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Dec. 18, 1684
* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had
* Unique gift idea for the history buff in your life
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 17t... See More
Winter War in 1939... Soviets invade Finland...
Item #709738
December 21, 1939
CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, Dec. 21, 1939
* Battle of Suomussalmi
* Winter War - Finland
* Soviet Union - Soviets
* World War II - Finns
The front page has a nice banner headline: "BATTLE IN ARCTIC; 22 BELOW" with subheads. (see) Nice for display.
Complete with 40 pages, rag edition in nice condition. A few small binding holes along the spine.
wikipedia notes: The Battle o... See More
Anthony Fokker death... aviation pioneer...
Item #709727
December 24, 1939
CHICAGO SUNDAY TRIBUNE, Dec. 24, 1939
* Anthony Fokker death w/ photo
* Dutch airplane - aviation pioneer
* "The Flying Dutchman"
The top of page 8 has a one column heading: "FOKKER'S BODY WILL BE TAKEN BACK TO HOLLAND" with subhead and small photo. (see images)
Complete 1st section only with all 10 pages, rag edition in nice condition. A few small binding holes al... See More
NYC Blizzard of 1947...
Item #709186
December 28, 1947
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 28, 1947
* Blizzard of 1947 (1st report)
* New York City snow storm
The top of the front page has a five column headline: "CITY IS MASTERING RECORD SNOW; BUSES STILL OUT, RAIL LINES GAIN; SUBURBS HARD HIT; 55 DEAD IN EAST" with various subheads and photo. (see images)
Forty-four pages, various cutouts on unrelated inside pages, light toning and minor ... See More
King Tut's tomb discovered in 1922...
Item #709176
December 22, 1922
NEW YORK TIMES, December 22, 1922
* Discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb
* Egyptian Pharaoh - Howard Carter
* New York Times reporter visits
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "TIMES MAN VIEWS SPLENDORS OF TOMB OF TUTANKHAMEN" with subheads. (see images) This was during the historic discovery of King Tut's tomb by British archaeologist Howard Carter... See More
1922 lynchings of Mer Rouge, Louisiana...
Item #709175
December 26, 1922
CHICAGO SUNDAY TRIBUNE, Dec. 26, 1922
* Mer Rouge, Bastrop, Moorehouse Parish, Louisiana
* Ku Klux Klan - KKK lynchings - murders
The front page has a banner headline: "BEGIN KLAN MURDER ROUNDUP" with subheads. Nice for display. (see images)
Twenty-four pages, light toning & minor wear at the margins, some small binding slits along the spine, generally in good condition.
w... See More
1980 "Flash Gordon" opening day film review...
Item #708933
December 02, 1980
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 3-9, 1980
* "Flash Gordon" film review & ad
* Grand opening day movie premiere
* Space opera - superhero film
Page 63 has an opening day review for the film "Flash Gordon" with related photo and illustration. (see images) The following page has a ad for the film.
I suspect this to be an extremely r... See More
The Grateful Dead comes East for the 2nd time...
Item #708847
December 21, 1967
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 21, 1967
* Grateful Dead - 2nd New York City visit
* Village Theater performance advertisement
* Jerry Garcia - Bob Weir - Ron "Pigpen" McKernan
* Andy Warhol pop-up book release party w/ photos
Page 28 has a small but very early advertisement for "The Grateful Dead of San Francisco" which performed two nights at the... See More
Review & premiere of "A Beautiful Mind", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #708741
December 21, 2001
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Dec. 21, 2001
* Best "A Beautiful Mind" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere w/ review
* American biographical drama film - John Nash
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "A Beautiful Mind" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hol... See More
1964 comic Lenny Bruce ad and conviction...
Item #708631
December 24, 1964
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 24, 1964
* Lenny Bruce - stand-up comedian - satirist ad
* Conviction for obscenity comedy performance
* Sentence to four months of penal labor
Beginning on the front page is a report headed: "Final Performance Nets 4 Months Hard Labor" with lead-in: "Lenny Bruce" Continues on multiple inside pages.
w... See More
1978 "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" opening film ad...
Item #708616
December 25, 1978
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 25, 1978
* "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" advertisement
* Grand opening day movie - Donald Sutherland
* Science-fiction horror film - Jeff Goldblum
Page 58 has a full page poster-like advertisement for the opening day of the film "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" (see images)
I suspect this to be an e... See More
Prohibition in 1917 America...
Item #708553
December 18, 1917
EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, December 18, 1917
* America prohibition adopted
* House approves with vote
The front page has a one column heading: "'DRY' PLAN NOW UP TO VOTES OF STATES" (see images) Coverage on prohibition being adopted United States law. It would come in effect in January of 1919. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp&qu... See More
Saddam Hussein captured... Iraq...
Item #708531
December 14, 2003
DAYTON DAILY NEWS, EXTRA !, Ohio, December 14, 2003
* Saddam Hussein capture
* 5th President of Iraq
* Great issue for display
Here is a very displayable issue on the capture of Saddam Hussein. The front page features a large photo of a captured Hussein with a two line banner headline: "'WE GOT HIM'; SADDAM HUSSEIN CAPTURED" with some subheads. (see) The entire 8 page ex... See More
The Mormon murders... "Mormon & English Polygamists...
Item #708513
December 23, 1871
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Dec. 23, 1871 Page 4 has over a column dedicated to: "THE MORMON MURDERS. - THE ASSASSINATION OF DR. ROBINSON IN 1866", which provides considerable details regarding the murder and related initial "shame investigation" surrounding the murder of Dr. J. K. Robinson. Another Mormon-related article is found on page six: "MORMON AND ENGLISH POLYGAMISTS&q... See More
1965 Yoko Ono art... Pre John Lennon (Beatles)...
Item #708483
December 30, 1965
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 30, 1965
* Yoko Ono - pre John Lennon - Beatles
* "Do It Yourself" - Dance Company
* Fluxus movement - art performances (experimental)
Page 11 has a small advertisement: "YOKO ONO and Dance Company" (see image) This was about a year prior to meeting John Lennon.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item be... See More
Fight over prohibition....
Item #708413
December 22, 1932
THE GREENSBORO PATRIOT, North Carolina, December 22, 1932
* U.S. Prohibition nearing a end ?
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "HOUSE ADOPTS THE BEER BILL" with subhead. (see images)
Complete with all 12 pages, light toning at the margins, a few tiny binding holes along the spine, a few small margin tears, generally in good condition. Should be handled with care.... See More
1966 Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention...
Item #708320
December 01, 1966
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 1, 1966
* American musician - guitarist Frank Zappa
* "The Mothers of Invention" rock band (early)
* Timothy Leary - Allen Ginsberg - Ralph Metzer
* Psychedelic celebration at Village Theatre
The front page has a photo of Frank Zappa with a page 32 editorial on the first New York appearance of The Mothers Of Inventio... See More
The Grateful Dead in 1968....
Item #708262
December 19, 1968
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 19, 1968
* Grateful Dead concert in Hallandale, Florida
* Miami Pop Festival at Gulfstream Park
* Jerry Garcia - Bob Weir - Ron "Pigpen" McKernan
* Nice decorative, psychedelic art advertisement
Page 39 has a great full page advertisement for "GRATEFUL DEAD" for there upcoming appearance at the Miami Pop Fes... See More
1975 KISS concert tour advertisement...
Item #708246
December 22, 1975
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 22, 1975
* Early KISS - American hard rock band
* Gene Simmons - Paul Stanley - Ace Frehley
* New Year's Eve concert advertisement
* w/ Blue Oyster Cult & The Leslie West Band
* Nassau Coliseum - Uniondale, New York
Page 96 has nice illustrated advertisement for the "KISS" concert at the Nassau Coliseum on N... See More
1966 Timothy Leary and LSD acid trips...
Item #708215
December 15, 1966
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 15, 1966
* Timothy Leary - Allen Ginsberg - Ralph Metzer
* "Illumination Of The Buddha" w/ photos
* Psychedelic celebration at Village Theatre
Page 28 has two photos during the "Illumination Of The Buddha" with two scenes on stage at the Village Gate. (see images) Also a heading: "The Fragmented Man: Lo... See More
1839 William Henry Harrison for President ad...
Item #708098
December 19, 1839
THE ATLAS, Boston, December 19, 1839
* William Henry Harrison for president
The masthead includes a nice engraving of a heraldic eagle.
Page 2 has graphic embellishment which heads: "For President, WM. HENRY HARRISON, of Ohio - For Vice President, JOHN TYLER, of Virginia. New of the day with several advertisements.
Four pages, very nice, clean condition.... See More
Martin Van Buren's annual address to the nation...
Item #707999
December 28, 1839
NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 28, 1839
* President Martin Van Buren
* State of the Union annual address
Being so close to the nation's capital it is not surprising that much of the content is on politics of the day, including a wealth of reporting from Congress.
The prime feature would be the complete and lengthy text of the annual state-of-the-union address of Pr... See More
Edgar Allan Poe's father theatre ad in 1808...
Item #707760
December 01, 1808
BOSTON GAZETTE, Dec. 1, 1808
* Edgar Allan Poe's father theater ad
* David Poe Jr.
The top of page 3 under "Boston Theatre" is a notice for the performance of "QUAKER'S WEDDING", with Mr. Poe as "Freeman" re. the father of Edgar Allan Poe.
Complete with 4 pages, minor margin wear, generally very nice.... See More
1964 Legal marijuana march... Malcolm X speech ad...
Item #707460
December 31, 1964
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 31, 1964
* Marijuana legalization movement
* Allen Ginsberg rally - picketing
* Malcom X "Prospects for Freedom"
* "Militant Labor Forum" in NYC ad
* Allen Ginsberg rally - picketing
* Malcom X "Prospects for Freedom"
* "Militant Labor Forum" in NYC ad
The top of page 3 has a heading: "Pickets for Pot Push Legalization" Article continues on page 14.
source ?: On a
... See More
source ?: On a
Lost city of Trump in 1985....
Item #707458
December 24, 1985
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 24, 1985
* Donald Trump long before his presidency
* Taking control of his dad's real estate empire era
* "Television City" proposal fail - Riverside South
Page 112 has a heading: "Dump the Trump" with related photo. (see images) This was when Trump was taking control of his father's real estate ... See More
1985 Motorhead w/ Lemmy concert advertisement..
Item #707448
December 31, 1985
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 31, 1985
* Motorhead - English heavy metal band
* Bassist front man Lemmy Kimister
* Ritz nightclub concert advertisement
* w/ Wendy O. Williams & Stormtroopers of Death
Page 96 has a 7 x 5 inch advertisement for upcoming "Motorhead w/ Wendy O. Williams & more" concert at the Ritz nightclub in Manhattan. ... See More
King Edward VIII abdication...
Item #707315
December 11, 1936
HERALD EXPRESS, Los Angeles, December 11, 1936.
* King Edward VIII abdication (1st report)
* Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor
* King George VI (Duke of York) takes over
* INCOMPLETE ISSUE *****
The front page has a nice banner headline for display: "ABDICATION, NEW KING GIVEN PARLIAMENT O. K." with subheads and photo of Edward III. (see images) More on pages 2 & 3 with ful... See More
1979 Frank Zappa's "Baby Snakes" film opening ad...
Item #707302
December 24, 1979
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, December 24, 1979
* "Baby Snakes" film advertisement
* Grand opening day movie premiere
* Stop motion clay animation
* American musician Frank Zappa
The back page has a nice full page advertisement for Frank Zappa's "BABY SNAKES" film for it's opening day premiere. Great to have in this publi... See More
Shirley Chisholm (historic exclusive), Bob Dylan, Yoko Ono...
Item #707252
December 02, 1971
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 2, 1971
* Shirley Chisholm runs for President of the U.S.
* Announces her decision to become 1st black woman to run for Democratic Party's nomination
* Bob Dylan-themed ad and letter
* Yoko Ono - "One Woman Show"
This issue has considerable noteworthy content. The most historic by far is the multi-page article on ... See More
1983 "Scarface" film premiere review w/ ad...
Item #707179
December 20, 1983
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 20, 1983
* "Scarface" film advertisement - Al Pacino
* Grand opening movie premiere review
* American crime drama by Oliver Stone
The top of page 77 has a banner heading: "Pacino's Cuban Capone Comes a Cropper" with related photo. (see images)
Page 84 has an advertisement for the film in it's 2n... See More
1983 Herbie Hancock's "Rockit" song release...
Item #707103
December 27, 1983
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 27, 1983
* Herbie Hancock's "Rockit" instrumental song
* Grand Mixer DMX - deejay - DJ scratching style
* Electro funk music - early new-school hip hop
Page 95 has a full page ad for the recent release of Herbie Hancock's single "Rockit" from his album "Future Shock". (see images)
I su... See More
1981 Golan Heights Law... Israel...
Item #707102
December 15, 1981
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 15, 1981
* Annexation of Golan Heights
* Israel government laws applied
* Jews - Jewish - Judaica - Hebrews
The top of the front page has a one column heading: "THE GOLAN HEIGHTS ANNEXED BY ISRAEL IN AN ABRUPT MOVE" with subheads and related map. More on page 9 with related photo. Loads of text here.
Complete with 48 pages, nice condition.
wikipedia n... See More
Star Trek VI & At Play in the Fields of the Lord - Premiere ads and reviews...
Item #706769
December 06, 1991
CALENDAR SECTION only of the Los Angeles Times, Dec. 6, 1991
* "Star Trek VI - The Undiscovered Country" - premiere ad and review
* "At Play in the Fields of the Lord" - premiere ad and review
* Many pre-release ads as well (see below)
A terrific issue on the premiere of "Star Trek VI - The Undiscovered Country", including a full-page advertisem... See More
1961 Pete Seeger performances advertisement...
Item #706691
December 21, 1961
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 21, 1961
* Pete Seeger - American folk singer - guitarist
* Carnegie Hall concerts advertisement
Page 8 has a small advertisement for two performances by "SEEGER" at Carnegie Hall. This ad measures 3 1/4 x 1 1/4 inches. (see image) According to the advertisement, this was the first time Pete Seeger performed with both ... See More
Mass murderer Richard Speck 1991 death...
Item #706688
December 06, 1991
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Dec. 6, 1991
* Richard Speck death (1st report)
* American mass murderer - killer
* Student nurses dormitory in Chicago
Page four has a three column heading: "Speck Dies; Killed Eight Student Nurses" with subhead and photo. (see images)
Complete with all major sections (100+ pages) nice condition.... See More
1983 "Scarface" opening day film & AC/DC concert ads...
Item #706671
December 13, 1983
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 13, 1983
* "Scarface" film advertisement - Al Pacino
* Grand opening day movie premiere
* American crime drama by Oliver Stone
* AC/DC rock band concert advertisement
* Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York
* "Flick of the Switch" album Tour
Page 80 has a 5 1/2 x 4 inch (not counting the locations u... See More
"Talent Plus Decency"...
Death report of Walt Disney... Dick Allen wins slugging title...
Item #706669
December 16, 1966
LEOMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Mass., Dec. 16, 1966
* Walt Disney death w/ photo
* Business magnate
* Richie Allen wins MLB's slugging title
The front page has a three-column, two-line heading: "Walt Disney's Formula - Talent Plus Decency" which is followed by a nice report on his death. The article includes a photo and continues on an inside page.
Under "SPORTS"... See More
The East Room of the White House needs to be refurbished...
Item #706645
December 05, 1829
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 5, 1829 Inside has an interesting article on "The East Room" of the White House, noting is is very overdue for it to be refurbished: "...it was full of cobwebs, a few old chairs, lumbering benches, broken glass...The head of a republic ought to give an example of the thriftiness & virtuous habits of the people who put him there..... See More
1984 Iron Maiden, Motorhead & Quiet Riot...
Item #706525
December 04, 1984
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 4, 1984
* Iron Maiden - World Slavery Tour w/ Eddie the Head
* "Powerslave" album - English heavy metal group
* Radio City Music Hall concerts advertisement
* Motorhead - English heavy metal band - Lemmy
* Quiet Riot - American hard rock - Randy Rhoads
* Beacon Theatre - Manhattan concerts advertisement
Page 90 ha... See More
Reflecting upon the war in America...
Item #706379
December 13, 1781
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 13, 1781
* Revolutionary War Era
* 18th century
* From The Enemy
The front page has 2 columns taken up with a letter: "To the People of Great Britain" much of which comments on the situation in America and the Revolutionary War.
Nearly 4 pages of reports from the "House of Commons" also include some discussion of the American ... See More
1983 "Culture Club" singer Boy George editorial...
Item #706336
December 06, 1983
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 6, 1983
* Boy George - George Alan O'Dowd editorial
* Culture Club - English new wave pop band
* Androgynous lead singer and songwriter
Page 75 has an editorial by RJ Smith headed: "Just an Average Guy" with photo of Boy George. (see images)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really... See More
Opening day ad for the movie "Superman" (1978)..
Item #706304
December 18, 1978
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 18, 1978
* "Superman" advertisement
* Opening Day movie premiere
* Actor Christopher Reeves
* Superhero film - 1st installment
Page 69 has a 10 x 9 1/2 inch advertisement (not including the locations underneath): "SUPERMAN" for it's opening in New York City. Being a weekly publication, this is actually... See More
Mark Alan Stamaty's panoramic: "A Glimpse of The Village"...
Item #706261
December 05, 1977
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 5, 1977
* Mark Alan Stamaty
* Iconic panoramic cartoon: "A Glimpse of The Village"
The centerfold contains the icon cartoon by (Mark) Alan Stamaty: "A Glimpse of The Village", which became so sought after, The Village Voice had posters created to meet the widespread interest. The cartoon takes nearly all of b... See More
Assassination of gangster Jack 'Legs' Diamond...
Item #706232
December 18, 1931
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Mass. Dec. 18, 1931
* Jack "Legs" Diamond assassination
The top of the front page has a three column headline: "Jack 'Legs' Diamond Slain Following Gay Festivities Celebrating His Acquittal" with subheads and photo of Diamond. (see)
Complete with 28 pages, light toning at the margins, a few small binding holes along, generally very nice.... See More
1984 Iron Maiden w/ Eddie the Head concert ad...
Item #706059
December 11, 1984
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 11, 1984
* Iron Maiden - World Slavery Tour w/ Eddie the Head
* "Powerslave" album - English heavy metal group
* Radio City Music Hall concerts advertisement
Page 74 has a terrific, poster-like advertisement for "IRON MAIDEN" performances at Radio City Music Hall in Manhattan. (see image)
I suspect this to... See More
1973 Jobriath debut album release advertisement...
Item #705447
December 13, 1973
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 13, 1973
* Jobriath - 1st openly gay rock musician
* Glam rock - debut album release advertisement
* One of the 1st musicians to die of AIDS
Page 61 has a full page advertisement for release of "Jobriath" debut album with self titled name. (see images)
wikipedia notes: Bruce Wayne Campbell known by his stage nam... See More
1976 "RUSH" NYC nightclub concert ad...
Item #705442
December 13, 1976
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 13, 1976
* RUSH - Canadian progressive rock band
* Geddy Lee - Neil Peart - Alex Lifeson
* "All The World's A Stage" album tour
* Palladium nightclub concert hall advertisement
* and the Capitol Theater in Passaic, New Jersey
Page 103 has a advertisement for upcoming "RUSH" concerts at the Palladiu... See More
1862 Battle of Fredericksburg....
Item #705343
December 16, 1862
EVENING STAR, Washington, D.C., December 16, 1862.
* Battle of Fredericksburg - Virginia
* General Burnside vs. Robert E. Lee
The front page has a few reports headed: "From Burnside's Army" "Graphic Account Of Saturday's Battle" "On The Battlefield-Fourth Day" and more.
Presumed complete with 4 pages, some creasing at the folds, a little margin wear, ... See More
United States declare war againt Axis....
Item #705288
December 11, 1941
THE HONOLULU ADVERTISER, December 11, 1941
* United States declare war
* Germnay & Italy - Axis
* Post Pearl Harbor attack
* FRONT AND BACK LEAF ONLY ***
The front page has a great banner headline above the masthead: "HONOLULU AIRMEN DOWN 20 JAPANESE PLANES" with subheads. (see) Great to have in the Honolulu publication just a few days after the infamous attack on Pear... See More
Buchanan's state-of-the-union address... Latest from the "Mormon country"...
Item #705272
December 28, 1859
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Dec. 28, 1859
* President James Buchanan
* State of the Union Address
* Mormons - Mormonism - SLC
Page 3 has most of a column headed: "From The Mormon Country" datelined at "Great Salt Lake City" which provides a rather inclusive update on the events in Utah in recent months. Also on page 3: "The Purchase of Mount Vernon" by the Mount V... See More
Buchanan's state-of-the-union address... Latest from the "Mormon country"...
Item #705268
December 28, 1859
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Dec. 28, 1859 Page 3 has most of a column headed: "From The Mormon Country" datelined at "Great Salt Lake City" which provides a rather inclusive update on the events in Utah in recent months. Also on page 3: "The Purchase of Mount Vernon" by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, with the details.
Over an entire page, spread on very ... See More
Premiere of "Hotel Rwanda"... Premiere of "Fat Albert"...
Item #705109
December 25, 2004
LOS ANGELES TIMES, December 25, 2004
* Many full-page ads leading up to the Oscars
* Christmas-season movie releases: Fat Albert, Hotel Rwanda, The Woodsman, & Meet the Fockers
Christmas Season full-page ads premiering: "Hotel Rwanda", "Fat Albert" (which includes a review), "The Woodsman", starring Kevin Bacon, and "Meet the... See More
"The Chronicles of Narnia", "Memoirs of a Geisha", "Brokeback Mountain" - premiere ads & reviews...
Item #705105
December 09, 2005
LOS ANGELES TIMES, December 9, 2005
* "The Chronicles of Narnia", 2-page premier ad & review
* "Memoirs of a Geisha", 2-page premier ad & review
* "Brokeback Mountain", premier ad & review
The lead into Oscar Season shows terrific 2-page ads premiering: "The Chronicles of Narnia" & "Memoirs of a Geisha",... See More
1970 Fairport Convention nightclub advertisement...
Item #705026
December 24, 1970
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 24, 1970
* Fairport Convention - English folk rock band
* Bitter End nightclub performances ad
Page 30 has a 6 x 5 1/2 inch advertisement for "Fairport Convention" performances at The Bitter End night club in Greenwich Village"
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no reason to save... See More
One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...
Item #704984
December 03, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Dec. 3, 1795
* Nice masthead engraving
* 18th century America
If you are looking for a handsome American newspaper of the 1700's which is displayable & priced reasonably, this is one of the best. This title features one of the more decorative mastheads of the era.
Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, some tiny binding... See More
1962 Norman Mailer's open letter to JFK...
Item #704948
December 20, 1962
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 20, 1962
* American Novelist & more Norman Mailer
* Open letter to John F. Kennedy - JFK
The front page has a heading: "An Open Letter to JFK From Norman Mailer" which continues on a inside page is signed in type: Norman Mailer
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no reason to ... See More
Premiere of "Rocky", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #704914
December 01, 1976
LOS ANGELES TIMES, December 1, 1976
* Best "Rocky" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie premiere
* American sports drama film
* Sylvester Stallone - Rocky Balboa
A terrific issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Rocky" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood are... See More
Death of the Massachusetts governor...
Item #704862
December 23, 1808
UNITED STATES' GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, Philadelphia, Dec. 23, 1808
* Governor James Sullivan death
Page 3 has: "Death Of Governour Sullivan" with the report from Boston noting: "His excellency Governour Sullivan died this morning at his mansion-house in Summer St. All the bells in the town wee tolled for half an hour. This is the fourth Executive Officer who has di... See More
Battle of the Bulge begins... Initial attack by the Germans...
Item #704841
December 16, 1944
FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, December 16, 1944
* Battle of Bulge begins
* Initial German attack
* World War II - WWII
The front page has a six column heading: "Nazis Launch Heavy Counter-Attack" with subheads. (see images)
Complete with 10 pages, light toning at the margins, minor spine wear, nice condition.
wikipedia notes: On December 16 1944, at 5:30 A.M., the German... See More
"A Clockwork Orange" opening movie review and ad...
Item #704804
December 30, 1971
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, Dec. 30, 1971
* "A Clockwork Orange"
* Premiere review and ad
* Movie director Stanley Kubrick
* Dystopian crime film
As most might be aware "The Village Voice" was an American news and culture paper, known for being the country's first alternative newsweekly. It introduced free-form, high-spirited, and passionate journalism into ... See More
World premiere ad for "The Godfather Part II"...
Item #704802
December 16, 1974
THE VILLAGE VOICE, Greenwich Village (weekly), New York, Dec. 16, 1974
* "The Godfather Part II" World premiere advertisement
* American epic crime film - Sicilian mafia - Cosa Nostra
* Francis Ford Coppola movie - Actor Al Pacino & more
Page 88 has a nice advertisement for "The Godfather Part II" for it's World premiere in Manhattan. This ad is for that very fi... See More
War reports from a Confederate newspaper in Columbia...
Item #704686
December 17, 1864
THE DAILY SOUTHERN GUARDIAN, Columbia, South Carolina, Dec. 17, 1864
* Rare Confederate publication
A rather rare title and great that it includes the word “Southern”.
The front page has reports including: "Attempt of the Yankee Prisoners at Danville to Escape" "Warren's Column" "The War News - From Richmond". Also wealth of ads including ... See More
War reports from a Confederate newspaper in Columbia...
Item #704685
December 07, 1864
THE DAILY SOUTHERN GUARDIAN, Columbia, South Carolina, Dec. 7, 1864
* Rare Confederate publication
A rather rare title and great that it includes the word “Southern”.
The front page has reports from the Confederate Congress, as well as a document from the "Subsistence Department" and an: "Exchange Notice" on the exchange of prisoners (see).
The back pa... See More
Voice of the Nation of Islam...
Item #704683
December 18, 1970
MUHAMMAD SPEAKS, Chicago, Illinois, Dec. 18, 1970 This newspaper was one of the most widely-read ever produced by an African American organization. Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad began the publication on May 1960 as a weekly publication. It was distributed nationwide by the Nation Of Islam and covered current events around the world as well as relevant news in African American commun... See More
1962 "Lawrence of Arabia" film opening day ad...
Item #704667
December 13, 1962
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 13, 1962
* Lawrence of Arabia opening day premiere
* Epic biographical adventure drama film
* Peter O'Toole & Alec Guinness movie ad
Page 12 has a 5 x 3 1/2 inch advertisement for the opening day of "Lawrence of Arabia" in New York City.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no r... See More
Jill Johnston's 1961 "Dance: Cunningham In Connecticut" in the Village Voice...
Item #704664
December 19, 1961
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 19, 1963
* Jill Johnston's "Motorcycle" at Judson Church
* Author, cultural critic, feminist activist
* Noteworthy columnist for The Village Voice
* Radical lesbian separatism movement - theory
The feature article of this issue is an early piece done by cultural critic and icon, Jill Johnston under "dance&quo... See More
1963 Harlem NYC slums rent strike... Jesse Gray...
Item #704663
December 12, 1963
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 12, 1963
* Harlem, New York City slum area rent strike
* Tenants protest bad conditions - Jesse Gray
* American Civil Rights Movement - Negroes
Page 3 has a heading: "Harlem Leader Lashes City, Asks More Slum Strikes" with lead-in: "Housing & Civil Rights" (see images) Article continues on page 28.
I sus... See More
1963 guitarist John Williams concert advertisement...
Item #704662
December 05, 1963
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 5, 1963
* Australian guitarist John Williams
* Classical & progressive rock music
* Town Hall concert advertisement
Page 8 has a 3 1/2 x 1 1/2 inch advertisement for a "John Williams" concert at the local Town Hall. (see image)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no reason to save... See More
One of the more fascinating publishers from the Civil War...
Item #704651
December 07, 1864
BROWNLOW’S KNOXVILLE WHIG, AND REBEL VENTILATOR, Tennessee, Dec. 7, 1864 W. G. Brownlow, or Parson Brownlow, was a fascinating personality to say the least. He regarded anyone who disagreed with him about religion or politics as an enemy. The circuit-riding Methodist parson turned to the press to spread his harsh anti-Presbyterian, anti-Calvinist rhetoric, and to spread his ferve... See More
Sherman's march to the sea...
Item #704634
December 16, 1864
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 16, 1864 Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are: "SHERMAN'S ARMY" "Savannah Probably Fallen" "Kilpatrick Rumored Mortally Wounded" "NASHVILLE" "A GREAT BATTLE YESTERDAY" "GEN. THOMAS DEFEATS HOOD" "The Rebels Driven from Their Intrenchments" "The Battle Not Yet Over" &qu... See More
The Monroe Doctrine...
Item #704608
December 06, 1823
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 6, 1823 An inside page has the "President's Message" being James Monroe's annual address to Congress. Part of his message contains the historic language warning European powers not to get involved in any affairs in the western hemisphere. This directive became known as the Monroe Doctrine and served as the cornerstone for
... See More
The Monroe Doctrine...
Item #704607
December 06, 1823
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 6, 1823 An inside page has the "President's Message" being James Monroe's annual address to Congress. Part of his message contains the historic language warning European powers not to get involved in any affairs in the western hemisphere. This directive became known as the Monroe Doctrine and served as the cornerstone for
... See More
Myrna Bain... conservative Negro Woman...
Item #704584
December 06, 1962
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 6, 1962
* Political activist Myrna Bain
* Negro Woman conservative
* Integration in schools
The front page has a heading: "Legal Integration Does Not Make Negro 'Visible' Man" with lead-in: "The Negro Conservative". (see images) Lengthy text continues on multiple inside pages.
I suspect this to be a... See More
Death of famed actor & singer Dean Martin...
Item #704583
December 26, 1995
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Dec. 26, 1995
* Dean Martin death (1st report)
* Italian-American singer & actor
* "King of Cool" - Jerry Lewis duo
* Best title to be had ?
The middle of the front page has a one column heading: "Dean Martin, Screen Star and Singer, Dies at 78" and includes a photo of him. The article carries over to take most of pg. 32 & include... See More
Getting ready for Christmas...
Item #704558
December 16, 1882
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 16, 1882 The front page is taken up with a nice print: "Getting Ready for Christmas".
Prints inside include a fullpg: "Character Sketches in Germany"; a double page centerfold: "'Merry Christmas To You, Old Barebones!'" a halfpg. print by A.B. Frost: "Dis Ain't Nuthin' Short of Murder, It Ain't.&q... See More
Christmas Eve and Christmas shopping...
Item #704557
December 23, 1882
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 23, 1882 The full front page is a poem with 3 Christmas-themed prints.
Inside has a nice full page print: "Quincy Market, Boston"; a half page: "Testing the Roof of the Bergen Tunnel"; a full page: "Christmas-Eve" and full page: "Christmas Shopping'" shows a busy street scene.
Another full page print: "... See More
Great Christmas prints, many in color, with a displayable cover...
Item #704555
December 08, 1900
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 8, 1900 The color cover has a very displayable print showing the Wise Men on camels and noting this is the: "Christmas Number 1900".
Inside has some Christmas-themed prints including: "The Santa Claus of the Sea" "The Christmas Possum" which is by A.B. Frost; "Making Toys for the Christmas Trade" which is ... See More
Edgar Allan Poe's mother in an acting role...
Item #704534
December 04, 1806
BOSTON GAZETTE, Dec. 4, 1806 The top of page 3 under "Boston Theatre" is a notice for the performance of "The Romp: Or, A Cure For The Spleen", with Mrs. Poe playing the role of "Priscilla Tomboy, the Romp". She was the mother of Edgar Allan Poe.
Four pages, very nice, clean condition.
From Elko, Nevada, on the route to the Gold Rush...
Item #704510
December 02, 1871
THE ELKO INDEPENDENT, Nevada, Dec. 2, 1871 This town had a population of about 2000 during the late 19th century. Situated along the Humboldt River, Elko was along the route traveled by the ill-fated Donner Party and the many who ventured to the California hills in search of gold during the 1849 gold rush. Completion of the Central Pacific Railroad gave the "official" birth to the ... See More
The evolution of the motorcycle...
Item #704505
December 21, 1901
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Dec. 21, 1901 Perhaps the most notable article is: "The Evolution of the Motor Cycle" which has great text and also includes 4 photos of very early motorcycles.
The front page is taken up with a print of the: "Giant Sand Wheel for the Calumet & Hecla Mining Company" with an article inside.
Sixteen pages, an early repair to page 2... See More
On repealing the Mormon charter in Illinois...
Item #704473
December 28, 1844
DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 28, 1844
* Mormons - Mormonism
* Charter for the City of Nauvoo, Illinois
Page 3 has a report with a small heading: "The Mormons" which reads more like an editorial than a news report, bits including: "The Illinois House...have referred a bill repealing the Mormon charters to the Judiciary...It ought never to have bee... See More
Jim Morrison as the new sex symbol in 1967...
Item #704462
December 14, 1967
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, Dec. 14, 1967
* Jim Morrison of THE DOORS
* American rock band frontman
* New American sex symbol - idol
Page 14 has an article under: "scenes" which suggests that Jim Morrison, singer of "The Doors" may be becoming the new American sex symbol for Women with photo. (see images)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was... See More
Lincoln's state-of-the-union address...
Item #704459
December 16, 1863
THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, Dec. 16, 1863 This issue is significant in that it published on page 6 the: "President's Message" being Abraham Lincoln's annual state-of-the-union address, which takes over half of page 6 and nearly half of page 7 where it is signed in type: Abraham Lincoln. Not surprisingly there is much in this address on the events of the Civil War.
Immediat... See More
Brandenburg Gate is open: reported in a Berlin newspaper...
Item #704412
December 23, 1989
DER TAGES SPIEGEL (The Daily Mirror), Berlin, Germany, Dec. 23, 1989
* Fall of the Berlin Wall
* Brandenburg Gate opens
One of the front page photos is headed (translated): "Brandenburg Gate Is Open" with a large head signaling similar unrest in Romania with: "Dramatic Upheaval In Romania".
Great to have this historic content in a Berlin newspaper.
Complete in 2... See More
Death of Tiny Tim (musician) in 1996...
Item #704386
December 02, 1996
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Dec. 2, 1996
* Tiny Tim death w/ photo
* Herbert Butros Khaury
* Ukulele guitarist singer - songwriter
* "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" fame
The top of page 26 under "Obituary" is a two column heading: "Tiny Tim; Novelty Singer Gained Fame With 'Tulips'" with photo. (see images)
The bottom of the front has a small photo of the musicia... See More
1976 "A Star Is Born" film opening day NYC ad...
Item #704362
December 27, 1976
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 27, 1976
* "A Star Is Born" opening day in NYC
* Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson
* Musical romantic drama film - movie
* Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson
* Musical romantic drama film - movie
Page 44 has a nice full page advertisement for the opening day showing of "A Star Is Born" film in New York City. (see images)
I suspect thi
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On the founding of television in 1929...
Item #704346
December 21, 1929
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 21, 1929
* John Baird - father of television
* TV in it's infancy - inventions
Page 22 has one column headings: "WALKER TELEVISED AT DEMONSTRATION", "Astonished at Clearness of Voice and Images Reproduced by Baird Device" (see) A very significant report during the infancy of television, an invention which would change not only the world ... See More
Pittsburgh & the steel industry in 1880...
Item #704288
HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE, New York, December, 1880 This issue is replete with interesting stories and news events with many related prints, too many to photograph.Featured is a lengthy article: "The City of Pittsburgh" which includes 17 prints of scenes of the city & the steel industry. Stephen Foster as well.
Complete in 160 pages, 6 1/2 by 9 1/4 inches, disbound without... See More
1965 Mississippi Civil Rights Movement...
Item #704283
December 02, 1965
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 2, 1965
* Liberty, Amite County, Mississippi
* Post Herbert Lee (activist) murder
* French artist & writer Tom Ungerer
* "Civil Right Bill" illustration
The front page has a Tomi Ungerer racist illustration titled: "Civil Rights Bill"
Also a heading: "From Liberty in Miss. To Justice in D.C.... See More
The President addresses the discovery of gold in California...
Item #704174
December 07, 1848
ROCHESTER DAILY ADVERTISER, New York, Dec.7, 1848
* President James K. Polk
* State of the Union Address
* Discovery of California gold
All of the front page & most of page 2 are taken up with the "PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE!" being the annual state-of-the-union address, signed in type: James K. Polk.
Within his message, and on the front page, he devotes much space to Californ... See More
A very early baseball board game...
Item #704172
December 08, 1866
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Dec. 8, 1866 The full front page has 3 prints of: "Laying the Corner Stone of the New Masonic Temple at Baltimore, Maryland.
Inside has a fascinating half print of: "The New & Beautiful Parlor Divertisement of Base-Ball" showing a family playing a board game themed on baseball. There is also a related article: "The Parlor Gam... See More
Alexander Hamilton, Anthony Wayne, John Jay, and Henry Knox...
Item #704138
December 11, 1793
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 11, 1793 Page 2 has a letter signed in type: Anthony Wayne concerning an encounter with the Indians. Some paragraphs begin: "It would appear that the savages mean to bend their attention to our convoys..." and "The savages killed & carried off about 70 horses..." and "There are nearly 1000 volunteers in the vicinity..." and m... See More
Abraham Lincoln the inventor - a buoying apparatus...
Item #704122
December 01, 1860
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN MAGAZINE, New York, December 1, 1860
* Invention by Abraham Lincoln
* Buoying vessels over shoals
Page 4 has a great article headed: "The President Elect's Mode of Buoying Vessels" which also includes a nice illustration of the device captioned: "Abraham Lincoln's Apparatus For Buoying Vessels." (see).
The text, taking most of a column, ... See More
1964 Abdulrahman Mohamed Babu speech ad
Item #704032
December 10, 1964
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 10, 1964
* Abdulrahman Mohamed Babu
* Zanzibar Revolution- Tanzania
* Manhattan Center speech advertisement
Page 17 has a 9 1/2 x 5 inch advertisement for a appearance and lecture by Abdulrahman Mohamed Babu on the Zanzibar Revolution. (see images)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no reason ... See More
Four days after Washington's death... General Alexander Hamilton...
Item #704016
December 18, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Dec. 18, 1799
* 18th century American original
This issue was printed four days after the death of George Washington but with the slow pace of travel the news had yet to reach this newspaper.
Inside has: "Dispatch from Buonaparte" and a lengthy: "Answer to the President's Speech" referring to John Ada... See More
Ten days before Washington's death...
Item #704015
December 04, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Dec. 4, 1799 This issue was printed less just ten days before the death of George Washington.
Inside has much on the Napoleonic War, including a back page article: "Buonaparte's Retreat from Syria". Page 3 has a detailed ad for: "Forty Dollars Reward" for deserted soldiers.
Four pages, minor foxing, nice con... See More
Day 2 of "Scarface", in a Los Angeles newspaper...
Item #703991
December 10, 1983
LOS ANGELES TIMES, Dec. 10, 1983
* Best "Scarface" film advertisement
* 2nd day after premiere opening
* Crime drama movie - Al Pacino
An issue on the premiere of the motion picture hit "Scarface" and perhaps no better issue could be found than this, the leading newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry - the Hollywood area's prime publication.
Page 2 ... See More
The Monroe Doctrine...
Item #703927
December 06, 1823
NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 6, 1823
* The complete Monroe Doctrine
* United States foreign policy
An inside page has the "President's Message" being James Monroe's annual address to Congress. Part of his message contains the historic language warning European powers not to get involved in any affairs in the western hemisphere. This direc
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* The complete Monroe Doctrine
* United States foreign policy
An inside page has the "President's Message" being James Monroe's annual address to Congress. Part of his message contains the historic language warning European powers not to get involved in any affairs in the western hemisphere. This direc
1966 Stokely Carmichael & black power...
Item #703908
December 29, 1966
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 29, 1966
* Stokely Carmichael performance at the Village Theatre
* Civil Rights Movement activist and organizer
* "Turn this Town Out" Black Power & March Against Fear
* Psychedelic celebration w/ Timothy Leary ad
The front page has a heading: "Stokely Carmichael: He Turns Them On" with lead-in: "At... See More
As America takes over at New Orleans...
Item #703901
December 24, 1803
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 24, 1803 The front page has an editorial headed: "Louisiana" which seems to be critical of the recent purchase.
A page 2 item from "New Orleans" says: "...It is expected that the troops, under Gen. Wilkinson are now on their way to take possession of the territory of which this city is the capital. There are no accounts of any seriou... See More
1964 Bob Moses... Civil Rights activist...
Item #703826
December 03, 1964
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 3, 1964
* Bob Moses - Civil Rights Movement activist
* Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party
Page 3 has a heading: "The Invisible Man Learns his Name" with lead-in: "Moses in Mississippi" and photo. (see images) Lengthy text continues on page 21.
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their w... See More
Financial aspect of U.S. entering WWII.......
Item #703722
December 15, 1941
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL--Pacific Coast Edition, San Francisco, Dec. 15, 1941
* Financial aspect of Pearl Harbor attack (4 days prior)
* United States is at war with the Axis
The banner headline across the top reads: "Huge Reserves, Big Crops Assure U.S. Abundant Wartime Food Supply" with various subheads and more. As might be expected from a finance newspaper, there is much conten... See More
The first state-of-the-union address to be read to Congress in Washington...
Item #703666
December 11, 1799
THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Dec. 11, 1799
* President John Adams
* State of the Union Address
* 1st at the U.S. Capitol in D.C.
Page 3 has the full text of President John Adams' state of the union address and is signed in type: JOHN ADAMS.
This was the first state-of-the-union address to be given before the joint session of Congress at the United States ... See More
The House responds to Washington's state-of-the-union address...
Item #703594
December 28, 1795
INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Dec. 28, 1795 The front page has a letter: "To President Washington" signed by: An Old Soldier.
Page 2 contains the House of Representative's response to the Washington's recent state-of-the-union address. This is followed by the President's replay, signed in type: G. Washington.
Four pages, very handsome masthead, irregular at the margi... See More
The King declares Americans are free & independent...
Item #703552
December 10, 1782
THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, Dec. 10, 1782
* American independence acknowledged
* By King George III of England (speech)
* Historic event that propelled U.S. freedom
Certainly the most notable content is that found on pages 2 & 3, the very historic speech by the King of England to his Parliament, dated Dec. 5, 1782.
In this notable speech the King declares that the Americans ar... See More
1st Led Zeppelin North American tour ad (1968)...
Item #703528
December 26, 1968
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 26, 1968
* Early Led Zeppelin - English rock band
* First North American tour advertisement
* 1st New York City concert - Fillmore East
* Deep Purple - English rock heavy metal band
* Electric Circus concert advertisement
Page 32 has a historic advertisement for a very early Led Zeppelin concert at the East Fillmore venu... See More
1969 Eric Andersen concert advertisement...
Item #703526
December 25, 1969
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 25, 1969
* Eric Andersen - folk music singer & songwriter
* The Town Hall Manhattan concert advertisement
Page 39 has a full page advertisement for a "ERIC ANDERSEN" concert at The Town Hall in Manhattan.
Page 34 has a smaller ad for this same concert. (see images)
I suspect this to be an extremely rare item bec... See More
O.J. Simpson passes 2,000 yards...
Item #703391
December 17, 1973
THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, December 17, 1973
* O. J. Simpson breaks season rushing record... 1st to go over 2,000 yard mark
* Buffalo Bills - NFL football
This 28 page newspaper has a six column headline on page 13: "O.J.'s Odyssey Ends at 2003" with nice photo of Simpson running off the field after the game.
A historic NFL record that is still unmatche... See More
Marshall Applewhite in 1975... Heaven's Gate...
Item #703362
December 01, 1975
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 1, 1975
* Early Marshall Applewhite & Bonnie Nettles
* Heaven's Gate - new religious movement - cult
* Two witnesses of Revelation ? UFO religion
* Black Sabbath - English heavy metal rock band
* "Sabotage" Madison Square Garden advertisement
* Ozzy Osbourne - Tony Iommi w/ Aerosmith concert tour
The front ... See More
1970 "Gimme Shelter" World premiere film showing...
Item #703311
December 03, 1970
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 3, 1970
* "Gimme Shelter" World premiere advertisement
* Rolling Stones documentary film - movie
* Altamont Free Concert footage - Meredith Hunter
* North American Tour (1969) - Madison Square Garden
Page 71 has a 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 inch advertisement for the opening day, actually the World premiere showing of "GIMME... See More
1989 "National Lampoon's Vacation" opening day ad...
Item #703110
December 05, 1989
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 5, 1989
* "National Lampoon's Christms Vacation" advertisement
* Grand Opening Day movie - film release
* American comedy cult classic film - Chevy Chase
Page 111 has a 8 x 6 inch advertisement (not counting the locations underneath) for the opening day release of "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation&quo... See More
1976 movie "Carrie" opening review...
Item #703080
December 06, 1976
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York, Dec. 6, 1976
* Grand Opening movie premiere review
* "CARRIE" supernatural Horror film
* Actress Sissy Spacek as Carrie White
The top of page 59 has a photo of Sissy Spacek with heading "Queen the Prom" (see images) This was a review of the film shortly after it's opening by James Wolcott. The Back page has a... See More
Life in 1903 - "Jack the Ripper", Bandits, Fires, Murders...
Item #702824
December 21, 1903
MEMPHIS MORNING NEWS, Tennessee, Dec. 21, 1903 The front page has an abundance of bad news: "Jack The Ripper... Ghastly Find In A Hotel" (an early 1900's version of "click bait"), "No Safety for Americans" (in Columbia), "Thieves Rob Jail", "Killed All His Family", "Russell Is Hurt" (student hits teacher in the head with a ... See More
Provincial Congress meeting (1775)...
Item #702716
December 23, 1775
PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Dec. 23, 1775
* Meeting of a Provincial Congress
* Early American Revolutionary War
Front page report mentions the meeting of a Provincial Congress in Charlestown, South Carolina. Interesting ftpg. letter concerning a runaway slave on board a British ship. Pg. 2 has political reports from New York & Philadelphia, including men
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* Meeting of a Provincial Congress
* Early American Revolutionary War
Front page report mentions the meeting of a Provincial Congress in Charlestown, South Carolina. Interesting ftpg. letter concerning a runaway slave on board a British ship. Pg. 2 has political reports from New York & Philadelphia, including men
1935 Ted Healy... Three Stooges creator...
Item #702628
December 26, 1935
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 26, 1935
* Ted Healy charged w/ attempted arson ?
* Three Stooges creator fame
* Comedian - slapstick comedy
Page 21 has a small and somewhat discrete one column heading: "Celebration Jails Healy" with subhead. (see image)
Complete with 30 pages, rag edition, some spine wear, otherwise in very nice condition.... See More
Rare political cartoon on America... Continental Association...
Item #702484
THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, Dec., 1774* Rare pre Revolutionary War political cartoon on America
A focus of this issue is a full page political cartoon concerning America, such items rarely found in periodicals of the say.
The heading of the cartoon is: "American In Flames" and the facing page has descriptive text on it. It reads in part: "...it will... See More
1968 "Jimmy Shine" opening day Broadway play...
Item #702255
December 12, 1968
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 12, 1968
* "Jimmy Shine" opening day Broadway play ad
* Actor Dustin Hoffman and John Sebastian
Page 51 has a full page advertisement (review) for the Broadway play "Jimmy Shine" starring Dustin Hoffman. This play made it's premiere in New York City the same week.
wikipedia notes: Jimmy Shin... See More
Washington Redskins win 1942 NFL championship...
Item #702251
December 14, 1942
THE BOSTON POST, December 14, 1942
* Washington Redskins win NFL title
* NFL football championship game
* Chicago Bears upset (1st report)
* Sammy Baugh vs. Sid Luckman
The sport's section (page 16) has a two column heading: "Redskins Blaze Over Bears, 14-6" with subheads and starting roster. (see images) A side note: Boston was the city where the Redskins originated just a ... See More
A liberal publication...
Item #702166
December 01, 1882
MAN, "A Weekly Journal of Progress & Reform", New York, Dec. 1, 1880 The front page is taken up with: "Platforms - Preliminary Declaration of the National Liberal Party" as well as an "Address of the Union of Radicals to The National Liberal League".
Eight pages, 9 1/4 by 13 inches, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to single sheet, a dark stain... See More
1929 McAlester, Oklahoma coal mine disaster....
Item #702092
December 18, 1929
LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, December 18, 1929
* McAlester, Oklahoma mining disaster
* Old Town Mine
The front page has a three column headline: "47 BODIES RECOVERED AFTER OKLAHOMA MINE EXPLOSION" with subhead. (see) 1st report coverage on the explosion at the Old Town mine in McAlester, Oklahoma.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. ... See More
1969 review of the Rolling Stones days after their Madison Square Garden performances...
Item #702091
December 04, 1969
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, December 4, 1969
* The Rolling Stones American Tour 1969
* Madison Square Garden concert review
* "History's first mystic rock and roll tour "
* Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Bill Wyman, Mick Taylor
Advertised on the front page (which includes a photo of Mick Jagger), but starting on page 42, is a le... See More
Adolf Hitler & Eva Braun's will and testament...
Item #702001
December 30, 1945
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 30, 1945
* Adolf Hitler & Eva Braun
* Last will and testament found
* Mystery child ? - suicide plans
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "Hitler's Private Will Found; Affirms His Suicidal Plans" with subhead. (see images) Lengthy report continues inside.
Complete 1st section only with all 18 pages, rag edition in very nice... See More
London Blitz in 1940...
Item #701939
December 30, 1940
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, December 30, 1940
* London Blitz - World War II
* Worst air raid in London's history
* German warplanes (Luftwaffe)
The front page has a great banner headline: "TREMENDOUS RAID LEAVES LONDON A MASS OF FLAMES!" with subheads. (see images) Nice for display.
Complete with all 22 pages, light toning and minor wear at the margins, small library stamp wit... See More
Jesse Owens beats horse in 1936...
Item #701915
December 27, 1936
SECTION 2 (sports) only of the Chicago Sunday Tribune, December 27, 1936
* Jesse Owens vs. Julio McCaw
* Track speedster beats Cuban horse
* Olympic star sprinter
The front page of this section has a one column heading: "Jesse Owens Wins Again--This Time He Outruns Horse" (see image) Page 3 has a pictorial of the 1936 sport's stars for the year including Owens and the New Yo... See More
Great Thomas Nast Santa Claus print...
Item #701732
December 24, 1881
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 24, 1881
* Thomas Nast Santa Claus wood block engraving
The full front page is a great Santa Claus print by the famed artist Thomas Nast: "Caught!" showing Santa with a child's arms around him.
Thomas Nast is credited with creating the modern version of Santa Claus. The doublepage centerfold is also a nice Thomas Nast Christmas pri... See More
William Heirens murders... Lipstick Killer...
Item #701625
December 11, 1945
CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, Dec. 11, 1945
* William Heirens strikes
* Lipstick Killer
* Best title to be had
* Photo of the lipstick message
The front page has a great banner headline: "HUNT MAD 'LIPSTICK KILLER'" with subheads. Nice for display, probably only found in a Chicago publication. Rare as such. Page 2 pictorial and two more related photos are on the back page.
Com... See More
John Dillinger gang loses another...
Item #701619
December 18, 1934
CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, Dec. 18, 1934
* John Dillinger gang
* Joseph Burns captured
The front features a nice banner headline: "NEW TOUHY GANG U.S. TARGET" with subheads. (see images) Coverage on the capture of Joseph Burns. Photo of Burns is on the back page.
Complete with 32 pages, rag edition in great condition. A few small binding holes along the spine.... See More
Thomas Edison invents the phonograph...
Item #701605
December 22, 1877
SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Dec. 22, 1877
* Inventor Thomas Edison
* The phonograph invented
* Best title to have this in ?
Page 2 has an extremely significant article headed: The Talking Phonograph" which begins: "Mr. Thomas Edison recently came into our office, placed a little machine on our desk, turned a crank, and the machine inquired as to our health, asked how we ... See More
Swedenborgianism... of Johnny Appleseed fame...
Item #701566
December 03, 1858
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 3, 1858 Page 2 has: "RELIGIOUS HISTORY - Chronicles of Religious Sects in the United States". This is the 34rd installment in the series with a focus on Swedenborgianism which were based on the doctrines of Emanuel Swedenborg. The article is lengthy taking 2 1/2 columns and provides details of their founding and beliefs. Quite interesting. Note: Johnny Applesee... See More
Premiers of Brokeback Mountain & King Kong...
Item #701557
December 14, 2005
LOS ANGELES TIMES, December 14, 2005
* King Kong Movie Premier
* Brokeback Mountain - 1 week ad and review
* Golden Globe Nominations
A terrific issue on the premiere of both "Brokeback Mountain" and "King Kong". "Brokeback Mountain" includes a nice review with corresponding photos, along with an ad. "King Kong" incudes a "first day" ... See More
1783 Washington's farewell orders to his Army... The treaty that ended the Revolutionary War...
Item #701554
December 01, 1783
THE BOSTON MAGAZINE, December, 1783
* General George Washington
* Farewell address to Continental Army
* Post American Revolutionary War
Eighteenth century American magazines are increasingly difficult to find, let alone an issue from the Revolutionary War era.
This issue begins by printing the complete text of: "General Washington's Farewell Orders to the Armies of the Un... See More
Washington responds to Congress' reaction to his annual address... On the death of Ben Franklin...
Item #701539
December 25, 1790
THE COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 25, 1790
* President George Washington
* re. State of the Union Address
* United States Congress reaction
* re. death of Benjamin Franklin
The front page begins with the Senate's response to Washington's state-of-the-union address, followed by his response signed in script type: George Washington. This is then followed by the House of Re... See More
Uncommon woman suffrage paper from Toledo...
Item #701530
December 01, 1877
THE BALLOT BOX, Toledo, Ohio, December, 1877
* Rare Woman's suffrage publication
A quite rare women's suffrage newspaper which lasted just two years under this title. It is mentioned in Mott's History of American Magazines.
Mott notes that this publication was financed in part by Susan B. Anthony, and that having failed with "The Woman's Campaign" she: "... See More
Sport's athletes of the year in 1936...
Item #701511
December 27, 1936
THE NEW YORK TIMES, sport's section only, December 27, 1936
* Star athletes of the year (1936) photos
* Jesse Owens, Lou Gehrig and much more
The front page of this section has a banner headline: "RETURN TO THE GOLDEN ERA OF SPORT'S MARKED YEAR; RECORD-SMASHING FEATS WERE UNUSUALLY NUMEROUS" with subheads and photos of the some of the star athletes for that year including ... See More
Opening ad for the movie "Exorcist" (1973)..
Item #701493
December 27, 1973
THE VILLAGE VOICE, New York, Dec. 27, 1973
* "The Exorcist" opening day movie ad
* Supernatural horror film - exorcism
Page 57 has a 9 x 7 inch advertisement: "The Exorcist" for it's World premiere opening in New York City. Being a weekly publication, this is actually the opening day ad for this film.
It is worth noting that "The Village Voice" was ... See More
1937 year in sports w/ photos....
Item #701430
December 26, 1937
SPORT'S SECTION ONLY of the New York Times, Dec. 26, 1937
* The year in sports for the year of 1937 w/ photos
* Lou Gehrig & Joe DiMaggio - Joe Louis & much more
This section is filled with the top sport's stories of the year with banner headlines, photos, and loads of text. Too much to mention here.
Complete sport's section only with all 10 pages, light toning and some... See More
1923 Airship Dixmude disaster...
Item #701350
December 25, 1923
CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, Dec. 25, 1923
* Airship Dixmude explosion disaster
* Imperial German Navy zeppelin
* Given to France for war reparations
The front page has a nice banner headline: "FIFTY MEN NEAR DEATH IN AIR" with subheads. (see images) Nice for display. This was one of the very first airship disasters.
Complete with 46 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margi... See More
1937 Lincoln Tunnel opens (day of)...
Item #701266
December 21, 1937
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 21, 1937
* Opening of the Lincoln Tunnel (day of)
Page 3 has a four column diagram: "Principal Arteries Leading To And From The Lincoln Tunnel" Also a one column heading: "GOVERNORS TO OPEN NEW TUNNEL TODAY" with subheads. (see) Probably only found in a New York City publication.
Complete in 48 pages, light toning at the margins, small lib... See More
The first issue published... The only issue we've located...
Item #701228
December 02, 1876
THE OWL, Baltimore, Maryland, Dec. 2, 1876
* Very rare publication
This is the volume 1, number 1 issue and the only issue we've located in our 48 years. It is not listed in Gregory's "Union List of Newspapers".
The top of page 2 notes: "The Owl will be published every Saturday...It is devoted to bright and sparkling literature, to fashionable society, to music... See More
1967 "The Graduate" opening week movie review..
Item #701211
December 28, 1967
THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Dec. 28, 1967
* "The Graduate" opening week movie review
* Romantic comedy drama film - Dustin Hoffman
Page 33 has a review under the heading: "Films"; The Graduate" This film made it's premiere in New York City the same week. I suspect this to be an extremely rare item because their was really no rea... See More
Bombing of Pearl Harbor imminent ?...
Item #701203
December 02, 1941
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, Dec. 2, 1941
* Pre-Pearl Harbor attack on America
* Just a few days away - imminent
Complete with all 26 pages, small library label on the front page, light toning at ... See More
Death of Jack Benny...
Item #701132
December 27, 1974
HERALD EXAMINER, Los Angeles, December 27, 1974
* Jack Benny death
* American entertainer
The banner headline announces the death of one of the more famous actor/comedians of the day: "JACK BENNY DIES" with: "Comedian Victim of Stomach Cancer" A front page photo of him as well. Nice to have this report in a newspaper from the home of the entertainment industry.
I... See More
1953 Cyanide cocktail murders... Harlow Fraden...
Item #701052
December 17, 1953
THE DETROIT NEWS, Dec. 17, 1953
* Cyanide champagne cocktail killings
* Dr. & Mrs. William Fraden murders
* Harlow Fraden and Dennis Wepman
The top of the front page has a terrific banner headline for display: "POISON COCKTAIL KILLINGS1; SON, PAL CALLED SLAYERS" with subheads and related photo. (see images)
Complete with 76 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margin... See More
1943 New Britain, New Guinea invasion...
Item #701009
December 17, 1943
THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, December 17, 1943
* New Britain campaign begins
* New Guinea initial invasion
* General Douglas MacArthur
* World War II - WWII
The front page has a nice banner headline: "NEW BRITAIN INVADED" with subheads and related map. (see) Nice for display.
Complete with 24 pages, light toning and a little wear at the margins, =generally in good condition.
... See More
Early on plans for the Erie Canal...
Item #700965
December 07, 1811
THE COLUMBIAN FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Dec. 7, 1811 Page 3 has some nice content concerning hopes: "...to explore the route of an inland navigation from the Hudson River to Lake Ontario and Lake Erie..." which includes a report from Knoxville concerning it.
Work on the Erie Canal would begin in 1817.
Four pages, very nice condition.
An early daily newspaper from London...
Item #700850
December 16, 1730
THE DAILY POST, London, Dec. 16, 1730 Most of this issue is taken up with advertisements although there are some front page reports under: "London".
Complete as a single sheet issue, full red tax stamp at the top of the front page, untrimmed margins, close-trimmed set the top causes partial loss to the title, library stamp at the top.
News from Charleston & Boston: naval concerns, hopes for a peace among the Indians...
Item #700801
December 09, 1771
THE NORTHAMPTON MERCURY, England, Dec. 9, 1771 Page 3 has reports headed: "America" with datelines from Charleston and Boston. Bits include: "...a chief of the Mohawk Tribe of Indiana...arrived in town & have had several conferences with...Lieutenant Governor...to make a general peace between the Six Nations & all the tribes inhabiting from the Ohio to the Chicasahs...... See More
French & Indian War reports from America...
Item #700794
December 26, 1758
THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Dec. 26, 1758 From during the French & Indian War with page 2 having: "Plantation News" with datelines from Annapolis Albany, Boston, and New York, all with reports concerning the French & Indian War.
Four pages, 9 1/4 by 14 1/2 inches, partial red tax stamp on the front page, nice condition.
On the retirement of George Washington from public office...
Item #700777
December 16, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Maryland, Dec. 16, 1796
* President George Washington
* Retirement from public service
The front page includes 18 illustrated ship advertisements.
Page 3 has a letter signed in type: George Washington, in response to another letter about his retirement from public office. Washington makes some nice comments.
Page 2 has another lett... See More
Item #700776
December 14, 1796
FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, Dec. 14, 1796 A very displayable front page with the various fonts used in the title, and the entire page taken up with ads including 18 illustrated ship ads. Also an ad: "Wanted, A Black Man, Who understands driving a carriage...".
Most of pages 2 & 3 are taken up with the "Speech" of the governor of Penna. signed: T... See More
Gerald Ford Becomes Vice President - 1973... The Who arrives for concert...
Item #700745
December 07, 1973
THE WASHINGTON POST, Washington, D.C., December 7, 1973
*Gerald R. Ford is sworn in as V.P. - in a Washington D.C. newspaper
The front page has the full-banner headline: "Ford Sworn In as Vice President" with subheads and a related photo. Additional reports are found within, including related photos.
The inside also has two articles related to their arrival in D.C. for
Illustrated newspaper before Harper's Weekly...
Item #700689
December 23, 1854
GLEASON'S PICTORIAL, Boston, Dec. 23, 1854 In the format of the Illus. London News and the later Harper's Weekly, with a very ornate masthead engraving of the harbor at Boston.
Among the prints within: "The Holy Land" "Church of the Holy Sepulcher, at Jerusalem"; four prints on the: "Siege of Sebastopol" "The Croton Aqueduct" which supplied wa... See More
Battle of Fredericksburg... Confederate report...
Item #700504
December 31, 1862
CHARLESTON DAILY COURIER, South Carolina, Dec. 31, 1862
* Battle of Fredericksburg - Virginia
* From the origin of the Civil War
Printed in the dateline is: "Confederate States Of America" found on only a few newspapers from the Confederacy.
Various Civil War-related content including front page: "From Richmond--More Northern News" "From Vicksburg, Miss.--Details o... See More
1938 Hans Bethe & the lifespan of the sun...
Item #700423
December 18, 1938
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 18, 1938
* Hans Bethe at Cornell University
* German-American nuclear Physicist
* Atoms and the lifespan of the sun
The top of the front page has a two column heading: "Endless Duel of Atoms Declared Source of Fuel in Furnace and Sun" with subhead. (see) Lengthy text continues on page 12.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete with al... See More
Death of John Lennon reported in a newspaper from the city where he was shot...
Item #700418
December 09, 1980
NEW YORK POST, Dec. 9, 1980
* John Lennon assassination
* "The Beatles" front man
* From the city of the murder
* Nice headline for display
Here is one of the more desirable newspapers on the death of John Lennon - it being from the city where he was shot and died.
The dramatic front page announces: "JOHN LENNON SHOT DEAD" with subhead and photo. Much more inside... See More
Death of John Lennon reported in a newspaper from the city where he was shot...
Item #700386
December 09, 1980
NEW YORK POST - EXTRA, Dec. 9, 1980
* John Lennon assassination
* "The Beatles" front man
* From the city of the murder
* Nice headline for display
Here is one of the more desirable newspapers on the death of John Lennon - it being from the city where he was shot and died.
The dramatic front page announces: "JOHN LENNON SHOT DEAD" with subhead and photo. Much mor... See More
Very early college football game in 1872...
Item #700375
December 08, 1872
THE NEW YORK HERALD, Dec. 8, 1872
* Columbia Lions vs. Stevens Tech Ducks
* Third season of intercollegiate football
Page 10 has a report on a very early college football game with one column heading: "FOOT BALL" "An Eleven of the Columbia College Defeat An Eleven of the Stevens Institute" with lineups and stats. (see image)
Complete with 16 pages, good condition.... See More
A great, late 1700's American newspaper...
Item #700331
December 25, 1794
DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Dec. 25, 1794
* During George Washington's administration
If you are looking for a very nice, typical American newspaper of the late 1700's, here's a great one for a modest price. A four page issue with a nice mix of news of the day and advertisements. Page 2 has a detailed ad for the sale of an island in South Carolina... See More
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