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Item #222413NEW YORK HERALD, June 8, 1855
* P. T. Barnum baby show
* Pre civil war era
Front page has: Barnum's Baby Show Third Day--Another Day--Statistics of the Show--Barnum Excited--A Full House Again--Who Pinches the Babies?--The Prize Children Shown Up & more. Other news of the day includes: "Marine Affairs"... Read full description -
Item #222408BOSTON GAZETTE, July 12, 1804
* Virginia mudslide disaster
* Early 19th century original reading
Page 2 has an interesting letter from Winchester, Virginia, that says:
* ...a mountain, 15 or 20 miles from that place, had recently burst; and area of 15 or 20 acres of earth fell into the adjacent valley...the force of violence being such as... Read full description -
Item #222404This single-sheet from the Supplement to the Illustrated London News, dated September 18, 1886, consists of two illustrations depicting a farm scene. One reads: "A Startling Effect in Oak Frame." and the other: "Familiarity Breeds Contempt." Printed in full color, the artist of both is unknown. -
Item #222402This double-page centerfold, which forms the supplement to the March 26, 1887 issue of Harper's Weekly, was drawn by Charles Graham and is titled: "The Great Industry of Birmingham, Alabama - A Pig-Iron Furnace." Although only the supplement is present, there are a total of three additional illustrations on the... Read full description -
Item #222401This double page centerfold, which consists of several individual illustrations joined together, is drawn by S. Berkley, and titled: "Sport in North Devon: Trout-Fishing and Otter-Hunting." Although from the September 8, 1883 issue of the Illustrated London News only this illustration is present. -
Item #222399CLEVELAND LEADER AND MORNING HERALD, April 10, 1891.
* Composer John Philip Sousa
* Military Conductor
Back page has an advertisement for: "The United States Marine Band Of Washington, D.C." Lists John Philip Sousa as the conductor, and says he will be assisted by Maria Decca, Prima Donna Soprano from her Majesty's Opera in England,... Read full description -
Item #222396THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, November 14, 1988.
The front page of this issue reads: "Basketball Special: Pro & College..." with an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Larry Johnson, Danny Manning, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, and much more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description -
Item #222395SPORT MAGAZINE: Los Angeles, California; January, 1992.
The front page headline of this issue reads: "Lethal Weapon - Jim Kelly Triggers The Offense Of The '90s", which also includes an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Jerry Rice, Magic Johson, and many more.
It's 80+ pages are simply filled with... Read full description -
Item #222394SPORT MAGAZINE: Los Angeles, California; April, 1992.
The front page headline of this issue reads: "The Chase Begins - The Frank and Bo Show A Sox Office Hit", which also includes an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Larry Johnson, Jose Canseco, and many more.
It's 80+ pages are... Read full description -
Item #222393SPORT MAGAZINE: Los Angeles, California; May, 1992.
The front page headline of this issue reads: "Cal Ripken Jr. - Pride of the Orioles", which also includes an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Mark McGwire, Karl Malone, Babe Ruth, and many more.
It's 80+ pages are simply filled with the... Read full description -
Item #222386COMMERCIAL HERALD AND MARKET REVIEW, San Francisco, California, 1873 As the title would suggest this newspaper has a wealth of business reporting and an incredible number of advertisements with the entire ftpg. take up with ads in addition to a large chart headed: "Wholesale Prices Current" with a wide variety of items. Complete in 4... Read full description -
Item #222385THE KERN COUNTY WEEKLY RECORD, Bakersfield, California, 1881 A very nice newspaper from this California town, just the third newspaper ever published in Bakersfield. This is from the first year this newspaper published.
Various news of the day, complete in 4 pages, various ads as well including saloon and livery stable ads with much more providing... Read full description -
Item #222380COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, dated Oct. 20, 1802.
* Masons - Masonic
* Early 19th century original reading
A page 2 report from New-York states in part:
* ...yesterday morning, the most worshipful master, attended by the officers of the grand lodge...laid the foundation stone of a Masonic Hall. This building is to be situated in Frankfort-street, near... Read full description -
Item #222367LESLIES ILLUSTRATED, N.Y., Aug. 9, 1884.
* Grover Cleveland
* President Nomination
* Illustrated
The front page has a illustration: New York--Governor Cleveland Formally Notified, At The Executive Mansion In Albany, July 29th, Of His Nomination For The Presidency. Also an inset of the Official Communication. Inside has a portrait of:... Read full description -
Item #222358THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, September 18, 1989.
The front page of this issue reads: "The Fine Art of Hitting - Wade Boggs and Tony Gwynn, Masters at Their Craft, Explain How They Go About Driving Pitchers Crazy." and has an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Jimmy... Read full description -
Item #222357THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, September 11, 1989.
The front page of this issue reads: "Revival in K.C. - Carl Peterson and Marty Schottenheimer are Determined to Fill the Seats with Chief Fans." and has an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Cal Ripken Junior, Bart Giamatti, and many more.
... Read full description -
Item #222352THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, August 28, 1989
The front page of this issue reads: "Turbulent Sea - Aggravations Keep Astros Pitcher Mike Scott From Finding Smooth Sailing" with an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Jose Oquendo, Jim McMahon, and many more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description -
Item #222349THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, August 14, 1989
The front page of this issue reads : "Dynamic Duo - Can Kevin Mitchell and Will Clark Carry the Giants to the Pennant" with an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Jim McMahon, Terry Bradshaw, and many more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description -
Item #222344THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, December 4, 1989.
The front page of this issue reads : "The Irish Stew In Miami - An Old Nemesis Puts an End to Notre Dame's 23-Game WinningStreak" with an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Roberto Duran, Tony Rice, and... Read full description -
Item #222342THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, November 20, 1989.
The front page of this issue reads : "Rocky Mountain High - It's Been a Checkered Rise to Prominence for Coach Bill McCartney and the Colorado Football Team" with an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Jimmy... Read full description -
Item #222341THE NEW YORK TIMES, July 21, 1948.
* Cold War draft called for by President Harry Truman
* 1st report
This 48 page newspaper has a three line, three column headline on the front page: "MEN 25 TO REGISTER AUG. 30 FOR DRAFT BY TRUMAN EDICT; OTHERS TO ENROLL BY SEPT. 18" with subheads and complete text by Truman on page 18 signed in... Read full description -
Item #222340THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, November 27, 1989.
The front page of this issue reads : "Why Does He Keep Fighting? - Sugar Ray Leonard Explains Why He'll Face Duran Again" with an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Tony Rice, Larry Johnson, , and many more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description -
Item #222338THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, December 18, 1989.
The front page of this issue reads : "Master of Reception - As a Pass Catcher, Steve largent has Rewritten the NFL Record Book" with an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Mark Langston, Michael Jordan, , and many more.
Certainly the... Read full description -
Item #222337THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, September 16, 1991.
The front page of this issue reads : "Enduring Grip - Don Shula Closes in on 300 Victories" with an accompanying photo.
Additional content within this issue relates to Jim Kelly, Bobby Bonilla, and many more.
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting world, its 40+ pages... Read full description -
Item #222336LEONMINSTER ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, July 20, 1966.
* Mia Farrow and Frank Sinatra Married
This 18 page newspaper has a one column headline on the front page: "Mia Farrow, Frank Sinatra Wed In Las Vegas" which continues on page 3. Other news of the day throughout. Minor wear along the margins, otherwise in good condition. -
Item #222281EVENING POST, N.Y., July 5, 1833.
* Texas to be a State ?
* Santa Anna
* Quapaw Indians
A page 2 report from Texas states in part that "...one of the Commissioners had returned from the city of Mexico, with the most friendly assurances from President Santa Anna, that Texas will become a State of the Union.... ".
Also has a detailed letter... Read full description -
Item #222277BOSTON RECORDER AND TELEGRAPH, March 24, 1826
* Large Golden Eagle shot
* Early 19th century original reading
Page 3 has a report stating that a Golden Eagle was shot at Corton Point, N.Y. Says the eagle was a yearling, & measured 7 feet 8 inches across the wings, 3 feet from his beak to feet, and that his beak was 3 inches long and... Read full description -
Item #222273THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, Michigan, July 16, 1939.
* Carl G. Fisher Dies
* Indianapolis Motor Speedway Founder
This 40+ page newspaper has a three line, one column headline on page 5: "Carl G. Fisher, Pioneer in Auto Industry, Dies" with photo.
Other news of the day throughout.
Some browning with minor margin wear,... Read full description -
Item #222240NEW YORK TIMES, March 3, 1836.
* John Tyler Resigns
* Congress - Senate
On the front page under Resignation Of Mr. Tyler is John Tylers letter of resignation that was laid before the Senate, signed in type: John Tyler.Other news of the day with several advertisements throughout.
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Item #222197LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, June 3, 1937.
* Duke of Windsor (King Edward VIII)
* Wallis Warfied
* wedding
This 12 page newspaper has a two line, three column headline on the front page:
"Duke's Voice So Strong It Startles Wedding Guests" with subheads that include: "Ex-Monarch and Mrs.... Read full description -
Item #222132NEW-YORK TIMES, July 1, 1869.
* National Currency
* George S. Boutwell
* Treasury Department
Front page has:
* The National Currency Its Redemption--New Regulations of the Treasury Department. Takes almost 1 1/2 columns, signed in type by Geo. S. Boutwell, Secretary of the Treasury.
Other news of the day includes: "Board Of Health"... Read full description -
Item #222123THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, September 23, 1991.
The front page of this issue shows a photo of Jackie Sherrill titled, "Fighting Back: Jackie Sherrill Strives to Undo the Past - Both Mississippi State's and His Own".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Jim McMahon, Mike Tyson, and much more.
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Item #222121THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, October 7, 1991.
The front page of this issue shows a photo of Florida State Linebacker Howard Dinkins titled, "Semi - No.1es".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Deion Sanders, Mike Tyson, and much more.
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting world, its 40+ pages are simply... Read full description -
Item #222119THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, September 30, 1991.
The front page of this issue shows a photo of Toronto Blue Jay Joe Carter titled, "Heading for a Photo Finish - Blue Jays Feeling Run Down in A.L. East".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and much more.
Certainly the... Read full description -
Item #222116THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 29, 1990.
The front page of this issue shows Mike Schmidt titled, "Player of the Decade - The Phillies' Mike Schmidt was Baseball's Best in the '80s".
Additional content within this issue relates to: John Elway, Joe Montana, and much more.
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine... Read full description -
Item #222115THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 1, 1990.
The front page of this issue shows a photo of Joe Montana titled, "Man of the Year - Joe Montana of the San Francisco 49ers is the Outstanding Sports Figure for 1989".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar... Read full description -
Item #222112THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 8, 1990 The front page of this issue shows a photo of Joe Carter, Mark Langston, Mark Davis, and Dave Parker titled, "A Whole New Ball Game - Free-Agent Signings and Major Trades Have Rearranged Baseball's Power Structure".
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting... Read full description -
Item #222111THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 13, 1992.
The front page of this issue shows a photo of John Elway titled, "Escape Artist - Elway's Magic Keeps Broncos Alive in Super Bowl Race".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Jerome Bettis, Bill Parcells, Muhammad Ali, and much more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description -
Item #222110THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 20, 1992.
The front page of this issue shows a photo of the Buffalo Bills titled, "Two for the Show - The Bills Win an Encore Trip to the Super Bowl and a Showdown Against the Redskins".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Barry Sanders, Karl Malone, and much more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description -
Item #222109THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, January 27, 1992.
The front page of this issue shows a photo titled: "You Call This Free?" which shows someone shooting a free-throw.
Additional content within this issue relates to: Jim Kelly, Chris Dudley, Wilt Chamberlain, and much more.
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting... Read full description -
Item #222101WALTONS DAILY JOURNAL, Montpelier, Vt., November 2, 1854.
* 19th century Montpelier Vermont
Mostly advertisements, a few topical items and news from the state legislature. An uncommon title from the capital of Vermont. Small folio-size, 4 pages in nice condition -
Item #222086WISCONSIN STATE JOURNAL from Madison, Wisconsin and dated December 12, 1868.
* Early Madison Wisconsin
This 4 page newspaper is in good condition due to the use of cotton and rag paper during this time in history. This issue has news of the day and interesting advertisements which gives a good idea how life was back then.
Some of the news in this... Read full description -
Item #222081EVENING POST, N.Y., Jan. 8, 1833.
* Swiss watches and more
* Early 19th century original reading
Page 2 has an item that says:
* It is estimated that 150,000 watches are annually made in France, and about 200,000 are finished only, the movements of which are made in Switzerland, chiefly of gold, and 350,000 clocks, in bronze, gilt, or alabaster cases.
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Item #222068THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 10, 1992.
The front page photo of this issue shows a picture of Jerry Tarkanian which is titled, "Tark's Last Stand".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Shaquille O'Neal, Mutombo, Barry Sanders, and many more.
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting world, its 40+ pages are... Read full description -
Item #222067THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 17, 1992.
The front page photo of this issue shows a picture of Basketball's Bulls and Hockey's Kings which is titled, "Fire and Ice - How the NBA Soared While the NHL Snored".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Magic Johnson, Chris Webber, and many more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description -
Item #222065THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, February 24, 1992.
The front page photo of this issue shows a picture of Charles Barkley which is titled, "What's the Deal".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Deion Sanders, Mike Tyson, and many more.
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting world, its 40+ pages are simply filled with... Read full description -
Item #222064THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 16, 1992.
The front page photo of this issue shows a picture of Dennis Rodman which is titled, "Simply the Best".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Joe Montana, Randall Cunningham, and many more.
Certainly the premier newspaper/magazine for the sporting world, its 40+ pages... Read full description -
Item #222063THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 2, 1992.
The front page photo of this issue shows a picture of Tom Glavine which is titled, "Warming Up - N.L. Cy Young Award Winner Tom Glavine Loosens Up for '92".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Kristi Yamaguchi, Cal Ripken Jr., , and many more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description -
Item #222061THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, March 9, 1992.
The front page photo of this issue shows a picture of Duke's Christian Laettner battling for a rebound,which is titled, "Duke's View from the Top".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Kareem Abdul - Jubbar, Julius Erving, Cal Ripken, Tiger Woods, Barry Bonds, Magic Johnson, and many... Read full description -
Item #222058THE SPORTING NEWS, St. Louis, Missouri, May 9, 1991.
The front page photo of this issue shows a picture of Darryl Strawberry which is titled "DAR-R-R-RYL: Jeer Him or Cheer Him - Dodgers Slugger Returns to New York a Carefree Man".
Additional content within this issue relates to: Ken Griffey Jr., Deion Sanders, and many more.
Certainly the premier... Read full description
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