Historic Newspapers: Reconstruction (1865-1877)
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Item #173356HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, November 13, 1869. The front page illustration is of 'The Lincoln Monument in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, New York' with related article. Interesting one-third pg. illus: 'Mowing With the Camel in the N.Y. Central Park'. A nearly full page 'Canvas-back Ducks on Chesapeake... Read full description -
Item #173358HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, November 20, 1869 Of particular note is the sought after full page illustration of "Uncle Sam's Thanksgiving Dinner," which, according to the Thomas Nast Society, is the very first Nast print of Uncle Sam in this publication. Thomas Nast is considered the artist... Read full description -
Item #173360HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, November 27, 1869 The front page of the issue features a half page illustration "Charles A. Dana." Inside the issue are two quarter page illustrations of "The School Ship "Mercury"" & "School Between Decks on the School Ship 'Mercury'"... Read full description -
Item #173362HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 4, 1869 The front page of the issue shows: 'The Cuban Insurgents Burning Plantations' and 'Senor Miguel Aldama, President of the Cuban Junta'. "The Presbyterian Union at Pittsburg" article also features four illustrations. A full page with four illustrations and text on the curious... Read full description -
Item #683291THE CINCINNATI DAILY GAZETTE, Ohio, Dec. 7, 1869
* President Ulysses S. Grant
* State of the Union Address
The front page begins with: "The President's Message" which takes over 3 columns. This is President Grant's annual state-of-the-union address, a tradition begun by Washington & which continues to... Read full description -
Item #700407THE WORLD, New York, Dec. 7, 1869
* President Ulysses S. Grant
* 1st State of the Union Address
Most of the front page is taken up with: "The President's Message" which was President U.S. Grant's first annual state-of-the-union address to the nation. Included are various other governmental reports on... Read full description -
Item #173364HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 11, 1869 The front page is "The New York Young Men's Christian Association" and features three illustrations. A full page shows a traffic "Jam at the Ferry Gate" in New York. The doublepage centerfold is a great: "The Ecumenical... Read full description -
Item #646684NATIONAL CHRONICLE - Journal of American Sports & Amusements, Boston, Dec. 11, 1869 Great masthead engraving has a sports & theater-themed engraving, a portion showing a baseball game. Page 3 is mostly taken up with "Base Ball" reports including box scores for several games, plus other statistical details of... Read full description -
Item #689443FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Dec. 11, 1869 The front page shows; "Central Park--Preparing a Model in Clayh of the Great Elephant at the Old Arsenal".
Prints within include: "Bronze Statue Erected to the Memory of Bishop Brownell, Founder of Trinity College, Hartford: "Southern Scenes--Pay-Day on the... Read full description -
Item #173366HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 18, 1869 The front page features a large illustration of "Reynard's Breakfast". A full page of "Egypt Awakened" is comprised of three illustrations. "Mr. Peabody's Funeral" article features a large illustration of him along with a fullpage... Read full description -
Item #173368HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, December 25, 1869 The front page of the issue contains a fullpage illustration entitled "Home for the Holidays" (Christmas). Inside are five illustrations pertaining to "The War in Cuba." (Trinidad Mountains, General Adolph Cavada, Military District of... Read full description -
Item #682050NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Dec. 31, 1869
* Women's Woman's Suffrage Convention
* Concord, New Hampshire
The front page has an article: "Woman's Suffrage Convention" at Concord, New Hampshire. The report mentions comments by Julia Ward Howe, and others.
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Item #130461THE DEMOCRATIC NEWS, Jacksonville, Oregon, 1870 It is a very rare opportunity for me to be able to offer Oregon newspapers with such an early date. This is a volume two issue with minor edge wear, otherwise in quite nice condition. A four page newspaper. The image shown is a... Read full description -
Item #150030THE CHARLESTON DAILY NEWS, Charleston, South Carolina, 1870-1871. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives, containing various news of the day both local & national, plus a wealth of period ads as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date but... Read full description -
Item #152977EVERY SATURDAY, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1870. "An illustrated Journal of Choice Reading." as noted in the masthead. Illustrations throughout with the content being basically literary item, plus many ads as well. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these... Read full description -
Item #153016PEOPLE'S WEEKLY, Dayton, Ohio, 1870. See the photo below for an example of this title from our archives. Basically a literary paper with a nice masthead. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date... Read full description -
Item #173370HARPER'S WEEKLY, -
Item #180026THE CIRCULAR or AMERICAN SOCIALIST, Oneida, New York, 1870's A lot of 10 issues from this well-known socialist "commune" (of Oneida flatware/silverware fame) from the post-Civil War 19th century. All are in great condition. Small folio size, 4 pages.This item is not eligible for free shipping. -
Item #180031A lot of 10 issues of the DAILY EVENING HERALD, Stockton, California, from the 1870s & 1880s. A good title in very nice condition. The images shown are representative of the look and condition of those you will receive. Actual dates vary.This item is not eligible for free shipping. -
Item #180044(10) SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, 1870's A nice lot of ten issues from this fascinating period---the 'golden age' of American inventiveness---with much coverage of the latest inventions & improvements of the day, with illustrations. The images shown are only representative of the look, condition, and format of the... Read full descriptionThis item is not eligible for free shipping. -
Item #559570RENO EVENING GAZETTE, Nevada, early 1880's. A lot of five issues, all are complete and are in very nice condition. Great to have from this well-known town from the "Old West".
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Item #559579DESERET EVENING NEWS, Salt Lake City, Utah, 1870's A lot of 5 issues, from this historic town, from before statehood, with much news of the day. Articles with Mormon interest and/or perspective are sure to be found within each issue. Typically 8 page issues; not pulpish as is typical for the... Read full description -
Item #560807DAILY EVENING HERALD, Stockton, California, 1870 Stockton came into existence primarily due to the Gold Rush of the mid-19th century as was the case for many towns in Northern California. It is the county seat of San Joaquin County with a population of nearly 300,000 today.
During its early years, Stockton was known by several names,... Read full description -
Item #596301RED WING REPUBLICAN--SUPPLEMENT, (Minnesota), not dated but presumably from the 1870's. This is a single sheet broadside (printed on one side only) with reports from various newspapers throughout the state.
Single sheet, 12 by 16 inches, light foxing in one corner, great condition. -
Item #615312TRANS-CONTINENTAL -- a complete reprint collection of all 12 issues of this fascinating newspaper.
The newspaper titled "Trans-Continental" was a stroke of historical genius in the mind of its editor, W. R. Steele. On May 24, 1870 over 130 passengers boarded a beautiful eight car Pullman train built under special orders... Read full description -
Item #630991TRANS-CONTINENTAL -- a complete reprint collection of all 12 issues of this fascinating newspaper.
The newspaper titled "Trans-Continental" was a stroke of historical genius in the mind of its editor, W. R. Steele. On May 24, 1870 over 130 passengers boarded a beautiful eight car Pullman train built under special orders... Read full description -
Item #636875(7) HARPER'S WEEKLY lot of 7 issues of the 1860's-1880's each with a full front page Thomas Nast political cartoon, and other Nast or non-Nast prints inside. A blend of 1st rate and better than 2nd rate issues. A great lot for a dealer or anyone wishing to begin a collection.
Additional lots are available--inquire if multiple sets... Read full descriptionThis item is not eligible for free shipping. -
Item #649217(10) SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, 1870's A nice lot of ten issues from this fascinating period---the 'golden age' of American inventiveness---with much coverage of the latest inventions & improvements of the day, with illustrations. The images shown are only representative of the look, condition, and format of the issues... Read full descriptionThis item is not eligible for free shipping.
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Item #649272THE CIRCULAR or AMERICAN SOCIALIST, Oneida, New York, 1870's A lot of 10 issues from this well-known socialist "commune" (of Oneida flatware/silverware fame) from the post-Civil War 19th century. All are in great condition. Small folio size, 4 pages.
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Item #649290(5) RENO EVENING GAZETTE, Nevada, early 1880's. A lot of five issues, all are complete and are in very nice condition. Great to have from this well-known town from the "Old West".
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Item #662918TRANS-CONTINENTAL -- a complete reprint collection of all 12 issues of this fascinating newspaper.
The newspaper titled "Trans-Continental" was a stroke of historical genius in the mind of its editor, W. R. Steele. On May 24, 1870 over 130 passengers boarded a beautiful eight car Pullman train built under special orders... Read full description -
Item #694718(10) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten 2nd-rate and damaged illustrated issues. A blended lot of titles may include any of the following: Harper's Weekly, Frank Leslie's, Scientific American, London Illustrated, Gleason's, Ballou's, etc. Well over 50 prints will be found within this lot.
All... Read full description -
Item #697194THE AETNA, Frederick, Maryland, January, 1870 "A Journal Devoted To The Interests of Life Insurance" as noted in the masthead.
An eight page issue, volume 2, number 2, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to one page sheet, 10 by 13 inches, much wear to the top half of the front leaf including a small piece from a... Read full description -
Item #173372HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, January 8, 1870 The full front page engraving of the issue is entitled: 'Jack-in-the-Box'. Two-thirds of a page: 'Arguing the Point'. The doublepage centerfold is by Homer entitled: '1860 - 1870' and is several scenes reflecting on the war. Two-thirds of a page 'Home from the Wars'. Another... Read full description -
Item #607719THE NEW YORK TIMES, January 9, 1870
* Civil Rights law tested
* Treatment of Negroes changed ?
The front page has an article headed: "The Admission of Colored Men in Theatres--Test Cases in Charleston, S.C." See image for text here.
Other news of the day. Complete in 8 pages, some spine wear & tear, otherwise nice. -
Item #173374HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, Jan. 15, 1870 Certainly the most historic or noteworthy print in this issue is the somewhat nondescript political cartoon by famed artist Thomas Nast on the back page titled: "A Live Jackass Kicking a Dead Lion".
Its significance is that this is the very first appearance of... Read full description -
Item #689441FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Jan. 15, 1870 The front page features a nice print on their series of: "Across the Continent On the Pacific Railroad" showing the: "Dining Saloon of the Hotel Express Train".
Several more prints on this series of their: "Across The Continent"... Read full description -
Item #173376HARPER'S WEEKLY New York, January 22, 1870 The full front page is taken up with a print of: "The Ecumenical Council-Head of the Procession Entering the Grand Nave of St. Peter's."
Inside is a full page illustration of "Curling, or Bonspiel" with an associated article; one-third page illustration of: "Chinese... Read full description -
Item #689440FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED, New York, Jan. 22, 1870
* Salt Lake City, Utah scene
* Mormonism - Mormons
* Connecting to Pacific Railroad
A full page has three scenes: "Scene In Salt Lake Valley -- Fortified House On The Plains" "Transporting Railway Ties Across Salt Lake" and "Utah -- Mormons Hauling Wood From The... Read full description -
Item #699107HARPER'S WEEKLY New York, January 22, 1870 The full front page is taken up with a print of: "The Ecumenical Council-Head of the Procession Entering the Grand Nave of St. Peter's."
Inside is a full page illustration of "Curling, or Bonspiel" with an associated article; one-third page illustration of: "Chinese... Read full description -
Item #594348THE NEW YORK TIMES, January 26, 1870
* State of Virginia rejoins the Union
* Post Civil War
The front page has a one column heading: "The Virginia Bill Signed by the President" with smaller subhead: "The Admission of Virginia" See photo for text here.
Also a small one column heading on page 5 reads: "The Admission of... Read full description -
Item #173378HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, January 29, 1870 The front page features a full page illustration of "A Father's Advise." Inside are five small illustrations pertaining to "The Grand Procession" from "A Negro Holiday in Havana". Also, a 1/4 page illustration of "M. Emile Ollivier." A 1/2 page illustration of "A Group... Read full description -
Item #597001NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Feb. 1, 1870
* Post Civil War Virginia
* Returns to the Union
The ftpg. has an item headed: "The Admission Of Virginia -- Official Announcement by the President--The First Military District Abolished" with the text noting that Virginia has rejoined the union following the Civil War & that its representatives... Read full description -
Item #173380HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, February 5, 1870 The front page of the issue features a two-third page illustration of "Manton Marble". A one-third illustration of "The Peabody Funeral Train" plus a small illustration of "Alexander Anderson." Another page contains a half-page... Read full description -
Item #220922HARPER'S WEEKLY dated February 5, 1870 (print only)
This is a single-page framed print. This is a full page engraving of "Manton Marble" .
The print size is approximately 10 x 14.75 inches and the overall matted size approximately is 16 x 20 inches. The matting color is a... Read full description -
Item #689438FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSDRATED, New York, Feb. 5, 1870 The front page shows: "New York City--Arrival of H. R. H. Prince Arthur of England...".
A full page has 3 prints on: "Across the Continent--A Mormon Farmer & his Family in the Streets of Salt Lake City" and: "Street Scene in Salt Lake... Read full description -
Item #705681NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 5, 1870
* Historic 1st female Wall Street brokerage opens
* Victoria Woodhull and Tennessee Claflin sisters
* "The Bewitching Brokers" shatters tradition
The top of the back page has an intriguing report of a very notable--yet widely unknown--Wall Street... Read full description -
Item #673606NEW YORK HERALD, Feb. 6, 1870 Near the top of page 3 is an intriguing report of a very notable--yet widely unknown--Wall Street "first".
Under the column heads: "THE QUEENS OF FINANCE" "The New Furore in 'The Street'--First Levee and Business Reception of Victoria and Tennie C.--,--A Sensation Among... Read full description -
Item #707356NEW YORK TIMES, Feb. 6, 1870
* Historic 1st female Wall Street brokerage opens
* Victoria Woodhull and Tennessee Claflin sisters
* "The Bewitching Brokers" shatters tradition
The top of the back page has an intriguing report of a very notable--yet widely unknown--Wall Street... Read full description -
Item #173382HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, February 12, 1870 The front page features a full page "Christmas-Day in St. Peter's - 'Open the Gates and Let the King of Glory In'". Fine port scene is a full page print: 'Landing of the Remains of Mr. Peabody At Portland' Full page and 2 illustrations on: 'The Funeral Of... Read full description
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