Historic Newspapers: Search Results

(20) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of 20 second-rate American newspapers dating from 1820 - 1899, containing at least 5 different titles within the lot. The issues may have light staining, small edge tears, minor close-trimming and/or more than typical toning or wear. They will not have missing pages or cut-outs.  A great lot for a dealer, those doing research, or someone wishing to begin a collection when condition is not particularly important. Please note the shipping & handling for this lot. If…

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, 1807-1809  A lot of 10 issues of this popular title from the "Hub City". All have the subscriber's name written in the margin above the masthead, some minor edge tears, a few scattered stains, and occasional foxing, but overall, quite nice.

(15) SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York  A lot of 15 2nd-rate issues from 1880's and 1890's, containing many photos or illustrations, providing a nice look at the latest inventions and scientific improvements of the 19th century. Offered at a discount due to minor imperfections (slight staining, edge tears, library ink stamps, etc.) making them 2nd-rate.

OLIVE BRANCH, Boston, 1850-1856  A lot of four issues in mixed condition, all with a great masthead and with at least some westward-expansion themed reporting and/or advertising.  One of the more decorative mastheads of the era.  Four pages, some fold wear, edge tears, etc.  All issues are complete and are offered at a significant discount over their single-issue price. The image shown is an example of the look and condition of a typical paper from this lot.  Actual issues vary within the date…

ALL THE YEAR ROUND, London, 1862 (single issue from 1862)  This was a weekly periodical "Conducted By Charles Dickens", as noted in the masthead. Filled with various literary content, this issue contains 24 pages is in very nice, clean condition, 6 by 9 1/4 inches. Nice to have the "Charles Dickens" name in the title.
Disbound without wrappers.  The image is an example of the look of the issue you will receive but the actual date within 1862 will vary. 

ADVOCATE FAMILY GUARDIAN, New York, 1865  A rather ornate & decorative masthead in this small newspaper, filled primarily with literary & womanly concerns. Edited by Mrs. Sarah R. Bennett of the "American Female Guardian Society". Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will be from 1865 & will have the format shown. Measures approximately 11 by 9 inches, 12 pages, occasional foxing.

(10) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of ten newspapers with at least 5 different titles dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition---not a damaged lot and no pulpish newspapers. A popular way to assemble a variety of titles at a low price. You will receive 10 differently dated American newspapers, spread over a minimum of 5 different titles, ranging from 1820 to 1899, in average condition with good reading. A wealth of varied issues for $5.00 each. The photo is representative of the…

(5) DESERET EVENING NEWS, Salt Lake City, Utah, early 1880's  A lot of 5 issues, from several years before statehood with much local news of the day.  Articles with Mormon interest and perspective are sure to be found within each issue.  Typically 4 page issues, minor browning & dirtiness, but not pulpish.

(7) The CIVIL WAR:  a lot of 7 issues all non-New York titles from during the Civil War and all have war reports.  A great set for a reseller or for someone looking to obtain authentic Civil War newspapers at a discounted price, and all are in average or better condition.

(20) WHOLESALE VARIETY LOT of 20 issues, with at least 5 different titles, dating from the 1820's - 1890's, in average or better condition--not a damaged or 2nd-rate lot. No pulpish newspapers.  A great value. Please note the shipping & handling for this lot. If purchasing folders, we recommend purchasing at least 5 folders for this lot.
* Half-lots are available and multiple lots may be available. Be in touch if interested.

(10) A lot of ten "OLD WEST" newspapers from California, dating in the 1870's through 1890's, and priced at a bargain due to edge tears, mends, wear, etc. which makes them somewhat 2nd-rate. The set will contain at least 5 different titles, and no two issues will have the same date. A nice opportunity for a mini-set of different "Wild West" titles at a significantly reduced price.
A nice lot for a dealer or someone wishing to begin a collection.  Many period ads and much news of the day. …

THE 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.

NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 12, 1865  The front page has: "Trial of Capt. Wirz" "Monday's Proceedings" "A Long Discussion About Witnesses--Testimony of Maj. Gen. Wilson and Others" with the coverage taking nearly 2 columns.
Henry Wirz was a Confederate Army officer during the Civil War. He was the commandant of Andersonville Prison, a Confederate prisoner-of-war camp in Georgia where nearly 13,000 Union Army prisoners of war died as a result of inhumane conditions. After the war, Wirz was tried and…

NEW YORK TIMES, Aug. 26, 1865  The front page has much reporting on the trial of Captain Henry Wirz.
 Wirz was a Swiss-American convicted war criminal who served as a Confederate Army officer during the Civil War. He was the commandant of Andersonville Prison, a Confederate prisoner-of-war camp near Andersonville, Georgia, where nearly 13,000 Union Army prisoners of war died as result of inhumane conditions. After the war, Wirz was tried and executed for conspiracy and murder relating to his…

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 14, 1801  Near the top of page 2, beneath an introductory paragraph, is Thomas Jefferson's last message to the Senate as the President pro tempore before he would assume the highest office of the nation. This address is signed by him in type: Thomas Jefferson. This is followed by "The Senate's Answer".
But the most significant content then follows, headed: "President Jefferson's Speech" which has a prefacing statement reading: "This day, at 12 o'clock, Thomas…

NATIONAL AEGIS, Worcester, Massachusetts, Aug. 10, 1808  Half of the front page is taken up with seven Acts of Congress, one concerning the sale of lands in the United States, one for the sale of public arms, another to authorize the President to suspend the Embargo, etc. Each is signed in type by the President: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, various foxing throughout, a bit irregular at some margins, good condition.

TRANS-CONTINENTAL, Boston, June 29, 1870  This is a very fascinating newspaper, borne in the ingenious mind of a publisher who decided to take a small printing press on board the first transcontinental railroad excursion and publish 6 issues westbound and 6 issues eastbound.  Printed on a Gordon press in the baggage car, it is considered the very first newspaper composed, printed, & published on a train.
This is issue number 10, published at Grand Island, Nebraska. Each issue recorded the…

SALEM REGISTER, Massachusetts, Nov. 3, 1803  Beginning on the front page is the complete text of the Louisiana Purchase Treaty with the two conventions, a small portion carrying over to page 2.
As noted in the National Archives website, the Louisiana Purchase was an agreement by which the United States acquired the entire Louisiana territory—over 828,000 square miles—from France. It consisted of three separate parts: a treaty of cession and two conventions providing for the exchange of money.
On…

NEW YORK TIMES, May 25, 1865   Among the front page column heads are: "REVIEW OF THE ARMIES" "The Second & Last Day of the Great Pageant" "Reception of the Armies of Tennessee and Georgia" "How the Heroes of the Greatest March on Record were Received" and more.
The back page has: "Davis In Fortress Monroe" "The Arch-Traitor and C.C. Clay Placed in Close Confinement" "Their Cells guarded by 20 Men & Two Officers" "Detailed Account of the Capture of Jeff. Davis".
Eight pages, very nice condition.

BROWNLOW’S KNOXVILLE WHIG, AND REBEL VENTILATOR, Tennessee, Oct. 26, 1864  W. G. Brownlow, or  Parson Brownlow, was a fascinating personality to say the least. He regarded anyone who disagreed with him about religion or politics as an enemy. The circuit-riding Methodist parson turned to the press to spread his harsh anti-Presbyterian, anti-Calvinist rhetoric, and to spread his fervently held views on the inferiority of blacks & his unalterable opposition to secession. In 1861 Brownlow’s…

NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, Aug. 24, 1850  Page 5 has nearly 1 1/2 columns taken up with reports from California, including much on the Gold Rush, headed: "Two Weeks Later From California".
Page 2 has: "Late From Texas--Indian Troubles--The Fredericksburg Outrage--Murders and Robberies..." taking most of a column.
Eight pages, various margin tears, a few small pieces missing at the margins not affecting mentioned reports. 

MASSACHUSETTS PLOUGHMAN, Boston, March 11, 1871  There was a trend in the 19th century to produce large-size newspapers, typically with a huge, ornate masthead, with primarily literary content. This was one, but the focus is more agrarian than literary. 
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, 23 by 30 inches, minimal margin wear, nice condition. Folder size noted is for the issue folded in half.

THE LOG CABIN, New York, April 17, 1841  The famous campaign newspaper published by Horace Greeley in support of William Henry Harrison in the 1840 election, its success carrying over to many issues beyond the inauguration--including this one.
This issue is from shortly after Harrison's death, content including: "Gen. Harrison's Last Letter" 'Mr. Tyler's Opinions" "The Presidential Succession" [remember that Harrison was the first President to die in office] & a few other items relating to…

DAILY DENVER TIMES, Colorado, Aug. 30, 1881  The Denver area, part of the Territory of Kansas, was sparsely settled until the late 1850s. In July, 1858, a small placer deposit yielded about 20 troy ounces of gold, the first significant gold discovery in the Rocky Mountain region.
News spread rapidly and by spring of 1859 teams of thousands of gold seekers arrived and the Pike's Peak Gold Rush was under way. In the following two years about 100,000 gold seekers flocked to the region.
The…

NEW YORK TIMES, June 27, 1861  Page 4 has a great article: "Abraham Lincoln, LL.D." which begins: "The Trustees of Columbia College, at their Annual Commencement...most happily struck the chord of public feeling, by conferring on Abraham Lincoln the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws...", an interesting fact unknown to many.
Among the front page one column heads on the Civil War are: "THE GREAT REVOLT" "Conflicts With the Rebels" "The United States Forces Victorious" "General Scott's Plans for…

ESSEX REGISTER, Salem, Massachusetts, July 26, 1815  The front page is almost entirely taken up with a very detailed account of the infamous Dartmoor Prisoner Massacre, perhaps the most detailed account of this event we have seen in a newspaper.
From the spring of 1813 until March 1815, about 6,500 American sailors from the War of 1812 were imprisoned at Dartmoor, in England, in poor conditions. These were either naval prisoners or impressed American seamen discharged from British vessels. At…

HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, March 5, 1898  The front page has a full page illustration of" "Washington's Birthday Celebration at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia".
Two full pages include 16 photos of: "Destruction of the U.S. Battleship 'Maine in Havana Harbor" showing the destroyed ship. There is a full page of photos on "The Zola Trial in Paris". The double-page centerfold is: "The Navy of Spain".
Complete in 24 pages, nice condition.

DAILY COLUMBUS ENQUIRER, Georgia, July 10, 1862  Certainly one of the less common Confederate titles from the Civil War. Columbus is in Southwest Georgia on the Alabama border very near Montgomery.
Among the various reports inside are: "The Big Scare" "Casualties in the 2nd Georgia" "Lt. Col. Bull Dead" "Progress & Events of the War" "McClellan's Losses" 'Condition of the Federal Troops' "The Yankee Colony in South Carolina" "Yankee Losses Before Richmond" "The Skirmish Below Richmond"…

WILKES' SPIRIT OF THE TIMES, New York, June 16, 1860  Basically a sports-themed newspaper. The front page has a nice print of boxer: "Nat Langham, the First Conqueror of Sayers".
Page 4 has over a full column under the heading: "Base Ball" which has reports on 9 baseball games, with their crude box scores.
Sixteen pages, a few archival mends at margins, good condition.

NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, Aug. 9 1862  A wealth of Civil War reporting scattered throughout this 8 page issue, column heads including: "War News - From Gen. Pope's Army" "From Gen. Butler's Army" "From Gen. Hunter's Army" "The Rebel Strength" "Highly Important Order" "From Gen. McClellan's Army" "Negroes In the Revolution" and more.
Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed, good condition.

UNITED STATES CATHOLIC INTELLIGENCER, Boston, April 27, 1832  This rather rare title lasted for just one year, having begun in October, 1831 and ending in September, 1832. The issue is a "vol. III" issue as this publication was preceded by one titled "Jesuit, or Catholic Sentinel" and they kept the same volume numbering. It was also, curiously, superseded by the same title as well.
Its most striking feature is the very large & deep masthead, taking close to half of the front page, and which…

THE TOMBSTONE EPITAPH, Tombstone, Cochise County, Arizona, Feb. 4, 1882  The front page of this sought-after Old West issue is dominated by a spectacular array of local advertisements, including an illustrated ad for the Arizona Mail and Stage Line, notices for the Schieffelin Hall theater featuring the Fifth Avenue Comedy Company, and local merchants such as the Cosmopolitan on Allen Street. The interior pages contain fascinating, short frontier briefs from across the territory, featuring a…

THE PIONEER, San Jose, California, Aug. 16, 1879  The masthead notes: "Devoted To The Interests Of The Pioneers of California And the Resources of the Golden State."
The masthead is one of the more graphic we have seen, featuring three vignettes: one of settlers traveling, one of a bear, and another of a detailed mining scene.  
The front page has part 7 of a continuing series: "Hoisting the American Flag at Monterey, Yerba Buena, Sonoma, Bodega, Sutter's Fort, San Jose and San Juan, by Order of…

THE MAFEKING MAIL--SPECIAL SIEGE EDITION, South Africa, Dec. 8, 1899  A fascinating newspaper published during the Boer War under "siege" conditions. Note above the dateline: "Issued Daily, Shells Permitting".
This is a broadside issue, printed on one side only. And printing on "necessity paper" as it is a vivid pink color, with wide margins. Very nice condition.

LYON COUNTY TIMES, Silver City, Nevada, June 12, 1880  Wikipedia offers much information on this early mining town:
 

THE COMMONWEALTH & EMANCIPATOR, Boston, January 25, 1851  A very scarce title that existed for just 28 issues thru July 12, 1851. This is issue number 4.
This was one of several anti-slavery newspapers that existed in that era, but it is among only five we have ever seen.
Four pages, large folio size, several folds with foxing to folds at the top half of the front page, minor fold perforation near the top as well. Folder size noted is for the issue folded in half.

THE WEEKLY HERALD, New York, Jan. 28, 1865  The front page id dominated by a huge map headed: "THE SPECIE BASIS OF THE REPUBLIC--Map Showing the Parks of Colorado, Fringed with Auriferous Mountains--Central Position of the Isothermal Belt Around the Earth".
Over half of the first column is taken up with various heads concerning the magnificence of the American West, including: "Trip Beyond the Snowy Sierra and Around the Grand Golden Circle" "American Gold & Silver and the Grand Column of…

NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, June 7, 1862  Page 3 features a large, detailed map headed: "THE ATTACK ON GENERAL BANKS" at the battle of Winchester, Virginia. Related reports, plus various Civil War reports scattered throughout the issue.
Complete in 8 pages, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to one large sheet, a hole to the front leaf causes text loss but obviously not affecting the map.

NEW YORK HERALD, April 8, 1863  Among the front page column heads on the Civil War: "Serious Bread Riot in Richmond" "The Militia Orders Out, but Fail to Restore Order" "Jeff. Davis and Other Officials Speak to the Women and Restore Peace" "The Attack On Charleston" "The Siege of Vicksburg" "Attack on Florence, Alabama" "Hooker's Army" "The City of Jacksonville, Fla., Destroyed" and more.
Eight pages, some minor margin tears, good condition.

NEW YORK TIMES, Aug. 4, 1861  Among the front page column heads on the Civil War: "THE GREAT REBELLION" "Appointments of Major and Brigadier General Confirmed by the Senate" "AFFAIRS AT HARPER'S FERRY" "The Rebel Scouts at Bolivar" "Arrest of a Prominent Maryland Secessionist" "Important Military Movements in Missouri" "Gen. Banks' Command" "Affairs In Missouri" and more.
Eight pages, small binding indents at the blank spine, minor toning at the central fold.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D. C., March 6, 1847  The top of page 3 has an article: "Later From the Rio Grande" which provides the latest news from the Mexican War front.
The back page has four documents: "By the President of the United States" concerning the sale of land in Arkansas, Illinois, and Iowa, each signed in type: James K. Polk.
Four pages, nice condition.

THE WAR, New York, May 4, 1813  The entire front page is taken up with: "Chesapeake's Cruise" which is signed by Samuel Evans as sent to Commodore Decatur.
Inside pages have various reports concerning the War of 1812 including letters, reports from New London, Washington, Philadelphia, Mercer, Pennsylvania, and Norfolk. Also: "President And Congress" "Hornet & Peacock" "From Sackett's Harbor" "North-Western Army" "British Reinforcements" with the back page having: "Latest From The Chesapeake"…

THE PLACER HERALD, Auburn, Placer County, California, Aug. 22, 1885  Placer mining in the Auburn area was very good, with the camp first becoming known as the North Fork Dry Diggings, later changed to Woods Dry Diggings. The area soon developed into a mining camp, and it was officially named Auburn in 1849.
In 1851 Auburn was chosen as the seat of Placer County. Gold mining operations moved up the ravine to the site of present-day Auburn. In 1865, the Central Pacific Railroad, the western leg…

NEW YORK TRIBUNE, July 24, 1875  Page 7 has a report taking over half a column headed: "Mountain Meadow Massacre" "B beginning of the Trial of Conspirators--The Testimony of a Mormon Bishop and an Eye-Witness of the Massacre--The Cruel and Cowardly Nature of the Massacre Fully Exposed". This article has much detail.
 The Mountain Meadows Massacre was a series of attacks during the Utah War that resulted in the mass murder of at least 120 members of an emigrant wagon train, occurring in the…

NEW YORK TIMES, March 19, 1864  Among the front page column heads on the Civil War: "From the South" "North Carolina & the Rebel Government" "Mr. Lincoln's Measures Views from a Rebel Standpoint" "Rebel Version of Forrest's Exploits" "Department of the Gulf" and more.
Included is the Supplement issue as well with more reporting, one head: "Shall the Wives and Children of Black Soldiers be Free?".
Twelve pages in total, never bound nor trimmed, good condition.

NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT, Concord, June 9, 1818  Two front page columns are taken up with seven Acts of Congress, each signed in type by the President: James Monroe.
Page 2 has a notice headed: "Michigan Lands" concerning: "...the sale of public lands in this territory & the prospects and advantages held out to emigrants...". 
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, slightly irregular at the spine, good condition.

NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, March 9, 1861 Page 2 has nice one column heads announcing the significant news of Abraham Lincoln's first inauguration, the heads including: "THE NEW ADMINISTRATION" "Inauguration of President Lincoln" "THE INAUGURAL ADDRESS" "Quiet, Good Order, Enthusiasm".
The text covering the inauguration takes a full column on page 2 and 2 1/2 columns on page 3. It begins: "The inauguration of Abraham Lincoln as President of the United States passed off with marked success..."
At…

THE NEW ORLEANS DAILY DELTA, Louisiana, Dec. 9, 1854  News of the day with several advertisements, including 13 illustrated steamboat ads on the front page. Page 3 has 3 illustrated slavery related ads, with 5 more on the back page.
Four pages, minor margin wear, generally nice.

THE MISSOURI REPUBLICAN, St. Louis, Feb. 17, 1879  Page 2 has a wonderful & very detailed article extolling the virtues of Alaska, just 12 years after its purchase from Russia.
"ABOUT ALASKA" "Its Wonders and Riches--Its Rivers and People" are the column heads with the text taking almost a full column.
Eight pages, nice condition.