THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1737  There are two reports in this issue concerning America, one headed: "An American Story" which concerns Mexico. The other is the King of Spain's order to his governors in America.
Among the other articles noted in the table of contents are: "The Salt Tax a Heavy Burden" "Taxes Mortgaged to the South Sea Company Most Grievous" "A Mathematical Problem & two Others Solved" and more.
Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronicle" with news from England & other parts of Europe.
Included is a report that includes: "From Havanna...the intention of the Spaniards to invade Carolina and Georgia was no longer kept a secret...also a great body of troops from Mexico, the garrison of St. Augustine had been considerably augmented..." with more.
Complete in 64 pages, 5 by 8 1/4 inches, full title/contents page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate, great condition. There are no plates or maps called for in this issue.

A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.