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(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…

THE ROYAL GAZETTE, Hamilton, Bermuda, May 4, 1886  A nice opportunity for a 19th century issue from this tourist island. Included is a single sheet "Supplement' mostly taken up with: "Ceremony Laying the Foundation Stone of Trinity Church".
Six pages in total, never found nor trimmed, good condition.

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.

THE MAIL; OR CLAYPOOLE'S DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Feb. 11, 1793  A typical newspaper of the day from during George Washington's administration.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.

THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, Dec. 5, 1861  This was an anti-war newspaper that insisted that slavery should not be abolished, so much of its content has an anti-North bias.
Among the articles are: "Southern News" "Davis's Message to the Confederate Congress" which takes almost a full page & is signed in type: Jefferson Davis; "President's Message" taking over a full page & signed in type: Abraham Lincoln. This is Lincoln's first state-of-the-union address to the nation.
Eight pages, water…

THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, April 25, 1861  This was an anti-war newspaper that insisted slavery should not be abolished, so consequently, much content has an anti-North bias.
Among the interesting articles are: "Negro Insurrection" "Order & Drill in Camp Jackson" "President Jackson's Farewell Address to the People of the United States" is signed in type: Andrew Jackson and takes 1 1/2 pages; "War News!" "Organization & Parts of the Army" and much more.
Eight pages, very nice condition.

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LANCASTER INTELLIGENCER, Pennsylvania, March 22, 1825  Page 2 has a report: "The Late President" concerning James Monroe.
The back page features 18 illustrated house for sale advertisements, with 3 more on page 3.
Four pages, nice condition.

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, June 26, 1799  The front page has an interesting: "Valuable Nautical Invention" noting: "A new Sea Log has lately been invented by Messrs. Chester & Calvin Gould for which they have received Letters Patent..." with details.
Inside has much on the Napoleonic Wars, including: "From Buonaparte in Egypt" and a: "Letter from Buonaparte - Army of the East" which is signed in type: Buonaparte. Page 3 has two "Once Cent Reward" ads for runaways.
The back…

THE NEW NORTHWEST, Portland, Oregon, Dec. 29, 1881  A great title for a newspaper from this part of the country in the 19th century.
Many of the articles are literary-related, with various illustrated ads, however one interesting article: "Infant Outlaws" "Children Incarcerated in the San Francisco Industrial School & Forgotten--Inordinate Sentences".
Eight pages, minor binding holes at the blank spine, nice condition.

NATIONAL AEGIS, Worcester, Massachusetts, July 20, 1808  Half of the front page is taken up with four Acts of Congress, each signed in type by the President: Th. Jefferson.
Four pages, various foxing, good condition.

NEW YORK HERALD, Dec. 7, 1858  The first column of the front page has: "NATIONAL AFFAIRS" "The President's Message" "New Political Epoch in the United States" and more, signed in type: James Buchanan. This is followed by commentary regarding President James Buchanan's State of the Union Address.
The report takes the entire front page and continues on page 2. Additional reports from various Secretaries are also found within. 
Eight pages, a bit irregular at the spine from disbinding, some minor…

NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, June 21, 1862  Among the column heads on the Civil War throughout the issue: "From Gen. Fremont's Army" "From Port Royal" "The Recent Campaign in the Valley of Virginia" "Charles Sumner--Abraham Lincoln" "Color--North & South" "The Attack on Charleston" "The Late Rebel Foray" "Fremont's Pursuit of Jackson" & much more.
Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to one large sheet, margin wear, good condition.

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, January, 1789  Among the articles are: "Calculus of the Ensuing Transit of Mercury" which includes an illustration; "Thoughts on Dueling" "Cruelty Towards Animals, Particularly Horses, Reprobated" and much more.
Near the back is news from: "America" with various items including laws for shipping, a report that the North Carolina constitution convention met to discuss the proposed document, and encouraged a Bill of Rights; a report from Kentucky, etc.
Enclosed…

THE WAR, New York, July 25, 1812   The entire front page is taken up with continued reports from "Congress" including discussion relating to the War of 1812.
Page 2 has an item beginning: "The royal printer at Montreal, on the reception of the news of war, called loudly upon his fellow subjects to arouse from their lethargy & prepare to defend the country. The present crisis (says he) is too alarming to be trifled with. All is at stake...".
Also: "The Conquest of Canada" plus a listing of:…

MIDGET VILLAGE NEWS, Chicago, June, 1933  The masthead notes: "The World's Smallest Newspaper". This is the volume 1, number 1 issue.
This newspaper is not about a small village, but rather about a community of little people, created during the Expo Chicago in 1933. The Midget village, populated by Lilliputians, is a miniature-scale reproduction of the old Bavarian town of Dinkelspuhl, one of the few fortified towns in Europe. It was inhabited by115, had 45 buildings, its own municipal…

THE PITTSBURGH RECORDER, Pennsylvania, Aug. 29, 1822  A volume one issue of a quite uncommon and very early religious periodical from Western Penna. Gregory notes only two American institutions have any holdings. It apparently existed thru 1827.
The front page is taken up with the "Seneca Mission" with a report from the "Indian Council".
Sixteen pages, 5 1/4 by 8 1/2 inches, good condition.

THE ACORN, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, February, 1887  This small newspaper is part of the amateur press hobby that was popular in the latter decades of the 19th century. Printed on small presses by amateur printers, the content was typically whimsical and very localized. This is the volume 1, number 7 issue. Most such newspapers had a very short life.
Eight pages, 6 by 9 1/4 inches, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to a single sheet, great condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 23, 1852  The front page has a very detailed ad: "$500 Reward" for 3 runaways.
The bottom of the back page has a small notice for: "Uncle Tom's Cabin As It Is, being narratives, scenes, and Incidents of the real 'Life Among the Lowly', by W. L. G. Smith...". Also a: "Fifty Dollars Reward" which begins: "Ran away from the subscriber, near or about three weeks ago my negro Jenny..." with details.
Four pages, binding indents at the blank spine,…

THE EMERALD, Boston, March 14, 1807  A small-size literary magazine, notable because it is just as issued: string bound and never-trimmed margins.
Twelve pages, 5 1/2 by 8 1/2 inches, very nice condition.

THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, England, Dec. 3, 1864  
Inside has a full page with two prints of: "Election Day In New York" showing: "A Polling Place Among the 'Upper Ten' " and: "A Polling Place Among the 'Lower Twenty' " with a related article.
Also a page with 3 prints of : "Sketches From New York" including: "Entertainment in a Lager Beer Saloon" "A Lager Beer Brewery at Gutenberg, on the Hudson River" and: "A Garten Wirethschaft" with a related article. 
Twenty-four pages, great condition.

THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, Dec. 12, 1861  This was an anti-war newspaper that insisted that slavery should not be abolished, so much of its content has an anti-North bias.
Among the articles are a lengthy front page report: "The President's Message" which is commentary on Lincoln's recent state-of-the-union address. Most of page 2 has: "Report of the Secretary of War". Other items include: "Horrors of Civil War in Missouri" "Brother Against Brother" "A Declaration of Independence - Cabal…

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. 

THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1690-1699  An opportunity for a genuine issue of the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 & is still publishing today. This issue is well over 300 years old. 
Very nice condition with some minor foxing, single sheet, printed on both sides. A very popular title & a foundation for any newspaper collection.  The photos are representative of the look and condition of the issue you will receive. Actual dates vary within…

BREWERY & SOFT DRINK WORKERS' JOURNAL, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1918  An interesting folio size newspaper for members of the: "International Union of United Brewery & Soft Drink Workers" from just a year before Prohibition. Two of the inside pages are in German. An interesting newspaper for display in a home bar, etc.
Four pages, lightly toned, some minor margin tears, small binding slits at the spine margin, good condition. Should be handled with care.

CANAL RECORD, Ancon, Canal Zone, 1909  This small-size periodical from the Isthmus of Panama is an interesting newspaper published by the "Isthmian Canal Commission", given free of charge to employees of the Commission & the Panama Railroad Company. It lasted for several years documenting the construction of the Panama Canal, considered one of the finest engineering achievements of the early 20th century - now well-over 100 years old. It would officially open in 1914.
Complete in 8 pages,…

VOSSA SENHORIA, Divinopolis, Brazil, 2003  A fascinating curiosity as this is the smallest newspaper in the world (as recognized by Guinness Book of Records). This monthly newspaper started in 1935 as a solution for creating a quality low-cost newspaper. Mostly in Portuguese, and containing 24 pages. Each issue is different so the issue you receive may differ from what is seen in the photo, but the format is the same. About the size of a postage stamp, it measures about 1 by 1 1/2 inches! …

THE ATHENIAN MERCURY by John Dunton, London, England, 1692-1694. This was a fine gentleman's newspaper which was very popular in the coffeehouses of early England. Interesting reading on a wide range of topics & one of the earliest periodicals in English. Partially in question/answer format. This newspaper was published before any American newspapers even existed.
A single sheet newspaper printed on both sides (typical for the period), measuring 7 1/2 by 12 1/2 inches. Very nice, clean…

VOTES OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, England, 1692  A rare British newspaper much the size of others of the day. Fine & lengthy reporting on votes and other actions in Parliament. Nice condition & rarely offered at such a price. Note that the photo is "generic" and the issue you get will not have these specific photos or be of this specific date--but will have the format as shown. Single sheet, measuring approximately 11"x7".

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.

THE REHEARSAL OF OBSERVATOR, London, England  Nov. 11, 1704  A variant title --& earlier date--of the newspaper titled "The Rehearsal" and much less common. This is issue #15. In the masthead is the topic of the day: "The Method of the Dissenters Towards Peace & Union".
A single sheet newspaper printed on both sides measuring 8 by 13 1/2 inches, various foxing, nice condition.
 

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1780  One report notes: "The assembly of Pennsylvania have fallen upon a new mode of distressing the friends of this country resident among them by obliging persons to take the oaths of allegiance or affirmation of fidelity to the state, & to take a certificate of the same, which certificate they are to produce or be liable to such fines as the governing party shall think proper...what seems still more oppressive...that the wives & children of all…

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, May, 1779  A fine opportunity to purchase a magazine from during the Revolutionary War at a reasonable price, as we find almost no American content in this issue.
At the back under the "Historical Chronicle" is mention that the New York, Quebec & Newfoundland fleets have set sail under the convoy of Admiral Arbuthnot. The balance of the news reports is almost entirely European in focus.
The plate of the Siege of Rhode Island called for is typically found in the…

STARS & STRIPES, Southern Germany Edition, June 7, 1945   This was the: "Daily Newspaper of U.S. Armed Forces in the European Theater of Operations" as noted in the masthead.
The front page reports: "Russian Demand Holds Up Allied Control in Reich" "Reds Insist Britain, U.S. Quit Soviet Zone First" "Mindanao Caps Forced Back" and a photo headed: "Banzai Charge Ends in Death for Japs".
The back page has a photo and article of famed cartoonist Bill Mauldin.
Eight pages, tabloid-size, good…

THE STAR, Island of Guernsey (in the English Channel), Nov. 4, 1941  A very curious issue, as Guernsey, an English-speaking island, was occupied by the Germans during WWII so all the news was pro-Nazi.
Among the front page reports are: "The Germ of Counter-Revolution Already Sown In Moscow" "Retreating Russians Crimean Forces Split Into Two by German & Rumanian Units" "The Soviet Fleet of the Black Sea In a Dangerous Position" and more.
More war-related content inside.
Four pages, tiny binding…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D. C., April 16, 1847  The back page has: "Letters From the Seat of War" the first datelined: "Camp at Agua Nueva, Mexico" concerning a recent victory, with credit to General Zachary Taylor. Then another letter beginning: "...I have seen the siege of Vera Cruz and was present at the surrender of 4,000 Mexican soldiers..." with details on the battle.
Four pages, very nice condition.

THE DAILY DELTA, New Orleans, July 16, 1850  Newspapers from the pre-Civil War South are rather difficult to find. Here is one from Louisiana.
Among the many back page ads is one headed: "Slaves! Slaves! Slaves!" which notes in part: "The subscribers are prepared to receive, on consignment, for sale in this market, any number of slaves, having one of the best showrooms in the city, & large & comfortable quarters where every attention will be paid to their comfort. Merchants, planters, and…

NEW YORK HERALD, Nov. 27, 1861  The front page has two maps titled: "THE REPORTED FIGHT AT PENSACOLA" and "THE NEW REBEL CAPITAL", being a detailed view of Nashville & vicinity.
Among the front page column heads on the Civil War are: "IMPORTANT FROM THE GULF" "PROBABLE UNION VICTORY" "The Village Of Warrenton" "The Walls of Fort Pickens Reported Breached" "The New Capital of the Rebel Government" "Rebel Accounts from Port Royal" and more.
Eight pages, minor tears at margins, tape mend at the top…

THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, Georgia, Aug 20, 1898  The front page has various reports on the Spanish-American War with reports headed: "THE THIRD U.S. VOLUNTEERS WILL MOVE IMMEDIATELY TO PORTO RICO" "General Wood Hesitated To Let the Regiment Land in Santiago, but Col. Ray Stood Up for His Georgans" "SPAIN PREPARING TO GIVE UP CUBA" "They Represent The Army" "Porto Rican Selections Nave Not Yet Been Made Up" "Morality Among the Natives in Santiago Is Truly Alarming" with more.
Complete in 12…

TAR PAPER, A Canadian military "camp" newspaper printed on-board the HMCS Uganda. As noted in the link, on February 5 1946, the Uganda sailed from Esquimalt for a South American cruise.  During that deployment she "rounded the Horn" west to east "under sail" and became the first ship of the Royal Canadian Navy to do so.  She returned to Esquimalt transiting from the Atlantic to the Pacific through the Panama Canal, arriving at Esquimalt on May, 17 1946, the date of this issue.
The full front…

NEW YORK HERALD, Oct. 26, 1859  Among the first column heads on the front page are: "The Harper's Ferry Outbreak" "The Preliminary Legal Proceedings in the Case of the Prisoners" "Old Brown's Harangue to the Court" "The Testimony of the Witnesses" "and more. The top of a middle column has: "The Insurgent Arrested at Carlisle".
Most of the front page is taken up with the John Brown Harper's Ferry content.
Eight pages, two interior leaves have a portion missing from the top obviously not affecting…

ILLUSTRATED NEWS, New York, June 11, 1853  Formatted much like Harper's Weekly, but published 4 years previous to that more famous title. P.T. Barnum was a "Special Partner" in this publication, as noted on page 15.
The front page has a print of: "Barn Destroyed, with Cows, Near Albany, New York".  Other prints within include a nice: "View of Charleston, South Carolina" "Foundation of the New Custom House at Charleston" "Trinity College, Hartford, Conn." "The State House, or Independence Hall"…

KENTISH GAZETTE, Canterbury, England, Jan. 7, 1794  A handsome issue of the 18th century from this famous town, with two decorative embellishments in the masthead & ornate lettering in the title. Various British news & ads of the day.
Four pages, partial red tax stamp to the front page, some minor damage to a lower corner, a few ink spots.

FELIX FARLEY'S BRISTOL JOURNAL, England, March 30, 1799  The masthead features an engraving somewhat similar to the Royal coat-of-arms. A folio size newspaper with untrimmed margins, several illustrated ship ads on the front page with mostly British & other European reports inside.
This title is not held by any American institution. It is Crane & Kaye title #1316a.
Four pages, full red tax stamp on page 4, small brown stain to the front page, good condition.

 THE WAR, New York, Feb. 1, 1814  The entire front page is taken up with several documents, including two signed by James Monroe, with the heading: "Russian Mediation" & prefaced with: "I transmit to the house of representatives a report of the secretary of state complying with their resolution of the 13th instant." signed: James Madison.
Page 2 has a letter from "Mr. Adams to the Secretary of State" signed by John Q. Adams, with yet another letter signed by him taking 1 1/2 columns. Page 3 has…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 10, 1857  Page 3 has a notable report concerning: "The Lemmon Slave Case" which is quite historic in pre-Civil War slave history. Much is available on the internet.
This report is prefaced with: "...yesterday that the Supreme Court of the state of New York...delivered an opinion in the celebrated 'Lemmon slave case', declaring the negroes to be free, and thus denying the right of transit through that state with slaves..." with more.
Page 3…

THE EDINBURGH ADVERTISER, Scotland, May 6, 1783  The front page has items noting in part: "... received from Charleston, South Carolina...the inhabitants lived in the greatest friendship with each other...every thing remained quiet..." Also: "The American Congress deals with some financial issues. Then a letter from New York.
Eight pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/2 inches, partial red tax stamp on the back page, good condition.

THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, May 16, 1861  This was an anti-war newspaper that insisted slavery should not be abolished, so consequently much content has an anti-North bias.The front page includes: "More Bloodshed in St. Louis "Capture of Camp Jackson ! " "Surrender of General Frost--800 Prisoners Taken--Twenty Citizens Killed--Terms of the Surrender" "Proclamation of General Harney". Inside pages include: "Slave Insurrection" "Another Paragraph for White Men to Read" "Rough Notes From A…

NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT & STATE GAZETTE, Concord, July 25, 1820  Dominating the front page are 18 Acts of Congress, each signed in type by the President: James Monroe. 
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, moderate margin wear, minnow loss to a lower corner.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 10, 1759  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 & Indian War noting in…