THE DAILY POST-BOY, London, Oct. 17, 1733  

* Forty-two years prior to the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War

A fine example of this single sheet issue with the front page having various items from London, and the back page is mostly taken up with advertisements. Partial red tax stamp at the bottom of the front paage.
Single sheet, 9 by 15 1/2 inches, very nice condition.

background: The Daily Post-Boy was a British newspaper first published in 1733. It was known for covering a variety of topics including politics, crime, and social events, typical for the period. The paper played a role in the early evolution of the British press, contributing to the growing media landscape of the 18th century. Like many newspapers of its time, it focused on sensational stories, often related to scandal and public affairs. Its coverage helped set the stage for the development of journalism in the UK.