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THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 22, 1773

• Phillis Wheatley's London arrival
• Famous Woman servant turned poet

Certainly the most notable report is found on the back page, which contains: "Last Thursday the celebrated negro girl Phillis, the Poet, whose extraordinary talents have lately been taken notice of in the News Papers, arrived in London from Boston in New England. She had a letter of recommendation from a merchant at Boston to a bookseller in London, and is shortly to be introduced to

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 27, 1777

• American Revolutionary War from the enemy

A page 2 item notes: "...the cruisers from this island (Antigua) have been very successful against the Americans & almost knocked up their trade by the many captures they have taken."
An inside page has some reports from America, and another page includes: "...a provincial Captain named Martinhad, near Morristown, been shot by a scouting party of the Rebels who mistook him for an English officer." The back

• Pre and post American Revolutionary War era
• Great, unique gift idea for that history buff

(5) An interesting & unique lot of five British newspapers, containing all different titles from the 18th century. They span the 1760's thru the 1790's and include at least one from each decade. Some have red ink stamps (partial or otherwise, see images). Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping.
Titles and dates in this lot include: The London Chronicle, March 2, 1762; The London Gazette, Oct. 13, 1770; The

LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 14, 1759

• Death of Handel (music composer)

Among the front page news from London is a brief but notable report about the death of George Frederic Handel, one of the more famous composers of the Baroque era. The report reads simply: "Yesterday died George-Frederick Handel, Esq; the great musician."
Although born in Germany, Handel settled in London in 1712 where he spent the bulk of his career and became a naturalized British subject in 1727. Her is perhaps best

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 22, 1794

• The prelude to peace
• Diplomatic Brinkmanship

Page 5, under: "America", is a printing of a Resolution from Congress enacting an embargo: "...on all ships and vessels in the ports of the United Starters...bound to any foreign port or place for the term of 30 days...", signed in type by the President; George Washington.
Eight pages, 9 by 12 inches, never bound nor trimmed, red tax stamp on page 4.

background: The appearance of this resolution in the May

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, September 4, 1759

• "Political Aphorisms...", by Benjamin Franklin (?)

The first and a portion of the second column on page 7 has "Political Aphorisms concerning Population", signed "F", which has recently been attributed to Ben Franklin (see Swann Auctions for more information).
Another London Chronicle from 10 days later, which also has the identical signature "F", was attributed by Ford, 605 in a Bonhams' auction in 2009.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches,

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 18, 1759

• Battle of the Plains of Abraham
• Capture of Quebec, Canada

Page 6 has two paragraphs of reports headed: "America", one beginning: "The Assembly in Maryland...voted 2000 men for the general service of this year, and 2100 rangers for the protection of their frontiers...".
Page 7 has a letter dated July 10 from a person in the expedition against Canada to his friend in Boston, dated in the River St. Lawrence". This nice letter details the early events of

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 15, 1758

• French and Indian War in North America
• Prelude to Battle of Carillon - Fort Ticonderoga

Page 6 has a report headed: "America" with some items concerning the French & Indian War including: "...from New York we are informed that General Abercrombie, with 6000 pick'd men, has set out for Ticonderoga, a French fort situated on the Narrows between Lake George and Lake Champlaine. They will have a very disagreeable march of 150 miles thro' the

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 16, 1781

• Revolutionary War events in the South

Page 2 has some reports on the Revolutionary War, bits including: Letters from Charlestown [Charleston] say that the great activity of Lord Rawdon...is likely to surmount the difficulties they have had to encounter...purpose to overtake them & to scour the country which bids fair to put an end to that petty warfare...reasons at large for refusing the permit Congress money to pass in his lines, denying the

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 16, 1789

• President George Washington
• First inauguration (historic)

Certainly one of the more desirable events to have in a period newspaper is the first inauguration of George Washington. American issues with such content are virtually unobtainable today, and reports in any newspapers worldwide are extremely uncommon.
Here is a nice report of this significant event found on page 2, datelined: "Extract of a Letter from New York, dated May 1" with the text

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, December 1, 1757  Within this issue is an ad for an instrument which helps detect fraudulent/counterfeit gold, which includes a nice illustrated woodcut of the patent for the device: "Bradford Darby & Hull's - by The Kings Patent".  News of the day with reports from throughout the world along with period advertising are present throughout.  Complete in 8 pages, measures approximately 8 1/2 by 11 inches, and is in good condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 22, 1783

• Plight of the British loyalists
• American Revolutionary War

Two-thirds of the front page are taken up with: "Motion For Considering the Report on the American Trade Bill" in the House of Commons. Mention of the first trade ship from the U.K. to America.
The back page has a letter form Nova Scotia noting: "...arrived...above 400 refugees from New York; they are amply furnished with a year's provision & some materials for building & are promised 500

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 13, 1784  The back page has a report noting in part: "There is a party now forming of men...for a tour through the whole continent of North America...The scheme is to travel from Quebec...to the Mississippi which never was yet discovered or laid down, further than the Falls of St. Anthony...turn due West till they meet the Pacific Ocean; after that to follow the coast North East in order to try for the North West Passage...return to the Mississippi & go down

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 4, 1764

• Reverend George Whitefield
• Southern Indians - children

The back page has a report from Savannah, Georgia, noting: "A scheme is on foot here, said to be proposed by the Rev. Mr. Whitefield, for admitting a number of Indian youths into the orphan house of this province, to be brought up in the principles of religion, cloathed, educated and taught the English tongue. The superintendent of Indian affairs, Mr. Steward, highly approves of the scheme, and is

(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated Dec. 9, 1758; Aug. 23, 1760; Oct. 7, 1766; April 26, 1768; and Dec. 6, 1770. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies. 
Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in good condition.

Background: Step into the epicenter of the British Empire with this extraordinary five-issue collection

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 30, 1762  Pages 4 and 5 contain a nearly 3 column letter concerning issues in finding an appropriate treaty to end the French & Indian War (Seven Years' War in Europe).
The letter begins: "Among those who clamor against the supposed terms of peace, there are many who are influenced by motives of private advantage..." and further on: "...it is daily urged, that unless we now possess ourselves of the sources of the maritime power of France, we shall soon be

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 19, 1765  Page 5 includes news from Charleston that: "...an Indian belonging to one of the parties of Cherokees which went out against the enemy Indians last summer...was taken by the enemy Indians...On the night foxed for committing him to the flames, he happily made his escape & got back to the Cherokee nation...he was carried to a good French settlement where he remains during the whole time of his captivity...the French gave them strong talks, with guns,

(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated March 2, 1758; Aug. 14, 1759; Feb. 19, 1760; March 17, 1763; and Feb. 27, 1768. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies. 
Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in good condition.

Background: Pre-Revolutionary London Chronicle issues were printed on high-quality rag paper made

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 7, 1773

• Phillis Wheatley poem "On Imagination"
• Famous "Slave" servant turned poet

An extraordinary issue, as page 5 contains what might be the first periodical publication of one of Phillis Wheatley's poems, "On Imagination".
Wheatley was an American writer considered the first African-American author of a published book of poetry. Born in West Africa, she was kidnapped and subsequently sold into slavery at the age of 7 or 8 and transported to North America,

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Aug. 25, 1785  Page 4 has most of a column headed: "American News" which is focused on the concern: "...That it has been considered & lamented as a fundamental defect in the constitution of Congress, that a full &* entire power over the commerce of the United States has not been given to that body...", a concern of the merchants of Philadelphia.
This is one of the issues that would lead to the Constitution Convention in 1787.
Page 5 has most of a column headed:

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 8, 1784

• Post-Revolutionary War loyalists

Page 4 has a letter noting: "...from Annapolis...that the Congress has named commissioners to treat with the Indians for a general & permanent peace..." with more. Also a report from Nova Scotia that: "...New settlers are almost daily arriving from the southward & lots of land constantly distributing to Loyalists by order of the governor...".
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, great condition.

Background: This July

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 8, 1765

• Reverend George Whitefield
• Colony of Georgia return

The back page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Savannah in Georgia" which reports that: "...the Rev. Mr. George Whitefield took a solemn & affectionate farewell of a very crowded auditory in our church...Early yesterday morning he went to Purysburgh on his way to Charles-Town..." with more on his visit.
Rev. George Whitefield was a famous evangelist and one of the founders of Methodism.
Eight pages, 8

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 30, 1765

• The Myth of the "River of the West"
• The Florida Land Rush - Infrastructure as Power

The front page has a report that the Indians know of a river heading west that would connect to the Pacific Ocean. Page 4 has over a column taken up with an article concerning the evangelizing of the Indians, mentioning Montreal, Niagara, Michilimacinach and the Iroquois, Shawnees, Ottawas, and Chippewas.
Page 6 has an item noting: "...who left East Florida...that

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 10, 1759

• French and Indian War

Pages 6 and 7 contain nearly one-third of a page with reports headed: "America" with one report noting in part: "...General Court of the Massachusetts Bay have...made provision for the raising forthwith 5,000 men..." with more on this. Also: "A fresh misunderstanding has broke out between the Creek Indians and the Spaniards on the confines of South Carolina."
There is also a letter from Albany with nice reports on the French &

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, London, 1760's  A lot of 10 issues of this famous & popular newspaper at a bargain price.  A good set to show the state of affairs in England and the world shortly before the American Revolution.  All are complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 inches, & are in nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 4, 1764

• Fort Niagara - Native Americans - Indians

The front page has reports headed: "America - From the Quebec Gazette" which includes part of a letter to Colonel Burton at Montreal, from Oswego. It reports on a great meeting of the various Indian national at Niagara, "...the greatest ever known, being about 2000 Indians..." with some detail on what transpired at the gathering.
Page 6 has a report headed: "America" with a Boston dateline concerning a man who

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, April 6, 1780

• American Revolutionary War
• French troops & Quebec

The back page has a report which notes: "We are informed that there are accounts received in town within these few days from America which signify that Congress are in speedy expectation of a large body of French troops which are to co-operate with their army in attempting the conquest of Quebec this summer."
Other news of the day, mostly European, and some ads as well. Eight pages, 9 by 12 inches,

THE LONDON CHRONICLE: or, UNIVERSAL EVENING POST, London, Sept. 29, 1761

• George III of the United Kingdom

The front page begins the report on the coronation of King George III. "This day his Majesty King George the Third, and Queen Charlotte, were crowned in the abbey church of Westminster, with the ceremonies accustomed upon that great and glorious solemnity...". The article continues with in-depth details of the coronation, taking the entire second page and nearly half of the third page as

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 27, 1781

• Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown
• Revolutionary War ending
• Historic item - 1st report

This is one of the more noteworthy issues of the Chronicle for the entire Revolutionary War, as it is the first issue in this title to announce the surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, essentially ending the Revolutionary War.
Although the formal letter from Cornwallis announcing the surrender would appear in the next issue, that issue dated Nov. 29 was simply a

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 15, 1762

• Cherokees Indians - Native Americans

• George Frederic Handel monument dedication

Page 2 has two interesting, yet brief, items: "The Cherokee Chiefs have been invited by the Lord Mayor to the Mansion house, and are soon to go there."

In 1762, a delegation of Cherokee leaders arrived in London for negotiations with King George III following the Anglo-Cherokee War, part of the French & Indian War.

Also: "Last Saturday was opened in Westminster Abbey

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 6, 1762  Page 2 has a report from London noting: "The Cherokee Chief who is now here is the second person in point of consideration of his people. The Cherokees are the most considerable Indian nation with which we are acquainted, and are absolutely free...It is courage and ability that constitutes a Chief amongst the Cherokees, who are led by him indeed in time of war, and take his advice in time of peace...The strength of an Indian nation consists in their

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 16, 1758  Various European news reports with datelines from the Admiralty Office, London, Holland, Ireland, Falmouth, Portsmouth & elsewhere. The back page has a letter from Kingston, Jamaica. 
Eight pages, 8 by 10 3/4 inches, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE OR, UNIVERSAL EVENING POST, 1758  This 8 page newspaper is over 260 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe with some interesting advertisements as well.
A complete newspaper measuring 7 by 11 1/2 inches and in nice condition. Fine and very early newspaper which is less common than the London Gazette. 
Please note the image is representative of the look and condition of the 1758 issue you will receive, but actual dates will vary within this year.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Nov. 9, 1769  Page 6 has a great letter from a gentleman in Boston to a friend in London, beginning: "The Americans are firm & resolved not to submit to the yoke of ministerial oppression: All the merchants have entered now into bonds not to import any goods from England upon any terms whatsoever..." with more (see).
Eight pages, 8 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 11, 1764  The front page has an article beginning: "I beg a little room in your Chronicle for a few words on the proposals from New England for propagating the Gospel...". Inside under "America" is a New York dateline mentioning the preaching of the Rev. Mr. Whitefield, and also concerning "...An act providing for 300 effective men...to be employed against the enemy Indians, and...to garrison several forts on the frontiers of this colony..." (see).
Eight

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Oct. 25, 1760

• George II of Great Britain death
• Early, same day report (rare)

Only to be had in a London newspaper is this very rare, same-day report of the death of the king.
At the top of the back page is a heading: "Postscript" with news recently received, the text noting: "This morning about seven o'clock, departed this life, at his palace at Kensington, his Sacred Majesty our most gracious Sovereign; a Prince endowed with all royal virtues. The grief and

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 10, 1765  Page 7 has a: "...Letter from a Person of the First Distinction in Virginia to his Friend in London", and the back page has some reports from America as well.
Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 1/4 inches, minor foxing at the margins, generally nice.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 28, 1760

• Siege or Second Battle of Quebec
• British commander James Murray

Pages 4 and 5 contains the report from 'The London Gazette Extraordinary' on the historic Siege of Quebec, or Second Battle of Quebec. This was a French attempt to retake Quebec City, Canada, which had been captured by Britain the previous year. The siege lasted for over 2 weeks in early May, when British ships arrived to relieve the city and compelled the French commander to break off

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, October 30, 1760  Page 2 has: "The Lord Marshal's Order for a General Mourning for his late Majesty King George the Second.' (see)  Also a report from the "London Gazette Extraordinary" headed: "A Proclamation Requiring all persons being in Office of Authority of Government at the Decease of the late King, to proceed in the Execution of their respective Offices." This was very likely the first public proclamation made by the new King George III.
Page 5 has a

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, June 29, 1773

• New York-Massachusetts boundary dispute

Inside has a report headed: "America" which includes a report of a planned meeting between the governors of New York & Massachusetts over the boundary line dispute. Also reports from Newport, New London, and Philadelphia (see).
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 30, 1785

• Letitia Ann Sage balloon flight
• First Woman to make ascent

The back page has abandoned accounts of the June 29, 1785 launch of the balloon by Vincenzo Lunardi. In his second launch, the balloon ascended from St George's Fields London. Lunardi and Biggin, and two invitees, Letitia Ann Sage and Colonel Hastings, were supposed to make the flight, but the balloon wouldn't take off because of the weight. Lunardi and Hastings stepped down, and the balloon

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 7, 1771  Page 2 has: "America" with a report from Charleston concerning a fire at the wharf. Another page has a report from Newport, Rhode Island which notes: "...a large white-bottomed Bermudas built Sloop, had turned Pirate and captured a French schooner with 3000 dollars...and also robbed another. That an armed vessel was dispatched in quest of the pirate, & had retaken the French schooner...with 12 of the pirates on board, who were committed to gaol."

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, March 1, 1768  Page 2 has a report headed "America" noting: "Letters from Pensacola's...say 'The island & city of New Orleans are still to all appearance under no particular government. The French and Spaniards seem to share it...' " and a bit more. Also on page 2 is a report from New York with sundry items.
Page 6 has a report from New York concerning the approval of several Acts, several focused on the restrictive trade & duty situation from the Townshend Act

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 5, 1760  The front page begins with a report headed: "America" with a New York dateline noting news from the French & Indian War including: "...Sixteen 24 pounders with mortars...are gone to Oswego. Col. Williamson commands this train...The enemy sends out constant parties towards Crown Point & Ticonderoga..." and more.
Eight pages, 8 by 11 inches, minor rubbing to a front page fold, otherwise good condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 16, 1768  Page 6 begins with: "America" with reports from New York and Newport. The back page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Newport, Rhode-Island" with several reports.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, foxing at front page folds, good condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 16, 1768  Page 6 begins with: "America" with reports from New York and Newport. The back page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Newport, Rhode-Island" with several reports.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, wide, never-trimmed margins, nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, June 27, 1786  Inside has: "American Loyalists"  which notes: "On the report of the bill for granting the sum of 55,000 pounds as a temporary relief to the American Loyalists...desired to know...whether it was intended to allow such Loyalists as were in England during the times of the troubles in America the same as those actually on the spot?..." with more.
The back page has a report beginning: "Authentic intelligence was received at the India House...of the

LONDON CHRONICLE, 1765  We will select an issue from this historic year of the Stamp Act.
This was one of the more popular & successful newspapers of the day, publishing through the Revolutionary War and well into the 19th century. Eight pages, nice condition, measuring about 8 by 11 inches.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Jan. 9, 1768  Page 6 has reports headed: "America" with news from Philadelphia, Boston, and Newport, the latter reporting an attack by Indians. The Boston report mentions the salaries of the governors of New York & Mass at 2500 pounds sterling and the governor of New Hampshire at 1000 pounds sterling, plus more.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Feb. 17, 1770  The back page has an: "Extract of a Letter From New York" concerning several men chosen as commissioners: "...for settling the boundary line between the Colonies of New York and New Jersey, met at Hartford..." with a bit more.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, very nice condition.