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THE ST. JAMES'S CHRONICLE, London, Sept. 21, 1782  The front page has: "Mr. Fox is said to have given the terms upon which he will resume his place in the Cabinet--Two of them are to declare American independent & to withdraw all our forces from every part of the continent. Lord Camden & Lord Thurlow both coincide with this idea...".

And further on: "...an article from Phila...Capt. Lippencot, who caused the execution of Capt. Huddy, had been sent on the 4th of June from the British lines...to

LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section)  This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances by "EDDIE RABBITT" at The Roxy Theatre on one of the four pages.

In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural

LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section)  This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances by "CHER" at Caesars Tahoe on one of the four pages.

In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating cultural snapshot of

LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section)  This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for upcoming live performances by "BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN" at Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena on one of the four pages.

In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a

LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 1980 (an original vintage newspaper leaf from the Calendar section)  This offering consists of four complete pages (two double-sided sheets on one single leaf) featuring a collectible print advertisement for a upcoming live performance by "YES" at Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena on one of the four pages.

In addition to the feature concert ad, which captures the era's unique promotional graphic design and typography, the surrounding pages provide a fascinating

This authentic "Calendar" section leaf from the Sept. 21, 1980 Sunday edition of the Los Angeles Times—comprising a complete, original four-page layout—serves as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of  "DIVINE MADNESS" starring Bette Midler & The Hartlettes  on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and classic

This authentic "Calendar" section leaf from the Sept. 21, 1980 Sunday edition of the Los Angeles Times—comprising a complete, original four-page layout—serves as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of  "IN GOD WE TRUST" starring Marty Feldman & Andy Kaufman on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and classic

This authentic "Calendar" section leaf from the Sept. 21, 1980 Sunday edition of the Los Angeles Times—comprising a complete, original four-page layout—serves as a rare piece of cinematic ephemera, highlighted by an original vintage print advertisement announcing the opening day release of  "HOPSCOTCH" starring Walter Matthau & Glenda Jackson on one of the pages. (see images).
In addition to the featured movie ad, which captures the era's distinct theatrical promotional graphics and classic key

NEW YORK HERALD, Sept. 21, 1861  Among the front page column heads on the Civil War: "THE REEBELLION" "Important News From Missouri" "Additional Particulars of the Battle at Lexington" "The Enemy's Assaults on the Town Repulsed with Sever Loss" "Sharp Skirmishing at Black River & on the Kansas Border" "Preparations for Active Hostilities in Kentucky" "The Loyalists of Kentucky Joining the Union Army" and more.
Eight pages, minor foxing at front page folds, good condition.

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 21, 1947

• Fiorello H. La Guardia death w/ photos
• 99th Mayor of New York City - NYC
• Ranked as one of the best mayors in history
• LaGuardia Airport in Queens - LGA namesake

The top of the front page has a one column heading: "LA GUARDIA IS DEAD; CITY PAYS HOMAGE TO 3-TIME MAYOR" with subheads and photo. Lengthy first report coverage continues inside with related pictorial. Loads of text here. Best publication to bed had ?
Complete 1st section only with all 64 pages, rag

NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 21, 1945

• Jewish Holocaust being known for the 1st time
• Nazi-occupied Europe exterminations proved

The top of page 11 has one column headings that reveal plans for future Jewish persecution and murder, along with details of related events dating back to 1938: "NAZIS ORGANIZED THE 1938 POGROM" and "Records Reveal Plans of the Hitlerites for 'Spontaneous' Murder, Pillage Nov. 9". The article reveals much detail.
Complete in 38 pages, this is the "rag edition" printed on very

THE EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Sept. 21, 1761  The front page has an interesting article complaining of the high prices to witness the coronation of George III, who would be coronated the following day. Included is some history on the prices to witness previous coronations.
Page 2 has a report from New York concerning allocating funds: "...for the service of the troops in our American colonies..." during the French & Indian War.
Four pages, 9 1/2 by 14 1/2 inches, red tax stamp, good

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 21, 1937.

• Nanjing - Canton & Nanking air raid bombing
• Japanese airplane raiders - pre massacre

The top of the front page has a two column heading: "OUR ENVOYS QUIT NANKING AS CITY AWAITS AIR RAIDS" with subheads. (see images) More on page 10.
Complete with all 52 pages, light toning and some archival mending at the margins, otherwise good.

THE VILLAGE VOICE (weekly), Greenwich Village, New York City, Sept. 21, 1967

• French artist & writer Tom Ungerer
• Black Power/White Power racial illustration
• Paul Thek's "Dead Hippie" sculpture

The front page has Tomi Ungerer's racist illustration titled: "Black Power/White Power" (see image)
source: Poster Auctions International, Inc.: “Black Power/White Power” is an intentionally uncomfortable design that zeroes in on American racial conflicts of the 1960s—but, as we’ve all realized this past

THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 21, 1811

• The Little Belt Affair
• Captain Arthur Bingham

The first 6 pages are taken up with a great & very detailed account of the Little Belt Affair, a naval battle between the U.S. ship President & the British ship Little Belt, an event which was a catalyst for the War of 1812.
Headed: "President and Little Belt" it includes a letter from Commodore Rodgers to the Secretary of the Navy.
Sixteen pages, 6 by 9 3/4 inches, very nice condition.

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COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Sept. 21, 1805  Page 2 has content relating to the ongoing First Barbary War with Tripoli.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, various foxing a few archival mends at the margins.

NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Sept. 21, 1875

• Early description of Yosemite Valley

Page 7 has 1 1/2 columns taken up with a great and very descriptive article headed: "WONDERS OF THE FAR WEST" "The Yosemite Valley" "History of the Settlements In The Valley--The Best Time for Making a Visit--Landscape Views".
The dateline is: "Black's Hotel, Yosemite Valley Calif." and the article is very descriptive of what is now a national park. 
Following this is: "The Mormons In Utah" "Their Home and Church Life"

EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Sept. 21, 1916

• Olathe, Johnson County, Kansas
• Bert Dudley lynching mob - hanging
• Revolution on Island of  Crete - Greece

The front page has a one column heading: "Mob In Kansas Invades Jail And Lynches Prisoner" (see image)
Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era. Rare as such.
Complete with 16 pages, a little irregular along the spine, generally nice.

CHICAGO DAILY TRIBUNE, Sept. 21, 1940

• Marc de Tristan Jr. child heir kidnapping
• Hillsborough, San Mateo County, California

The front page has a banner headline: "KIDNAP CHILD; ASK $100,00" with subheads and small related map. Three related photos and heading on the back page. (see images)
Complete with 30 pages, light toning at the margins, some small binding holes along the spine, nice condition.

THE DESERET NEWS, Salt Lake City, Utah, Sept. 21, 1881

• James A. Garfield death
• Rare Mormons publication

From 15 years before Utah statehood. Page 8 has all columns black-bordered due to the: "Death Of President Garfield", being an early report without many details. The front page has: "Willful Murder" "Attempt to Shoot" "The Park Shooting" & other news items.
Sixteen pages, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to one large sheet, very nice condition.

LOS ANGELES TIMES, Sept. 21, 2005

• Simon Wiesenthal death (1st report)
• Jewish holocaust survivor - Nazi hunter

Near the bottom of the front page is a three column heading: "Nazi Hunter Loyal to the Dead" with subhead and photo;. (see) Much more inside with more related photos and loads of text.
Complete with all sections (100+ pages), great condition.

wikipedia notes: Simon Wiesenthal KBE (31 December 1908 – 20 September 2005) was a Jewish Austrian Holocaust survivor, Nazi hunter, and writer. He

THE PHILANTHROPIST, London, England, September 21, 1795  A little magazine of 8 pages, with editorial items, literature and a few tidbits. Items include: "To the Medical Men of Middlesex Hospital" "Origin of the Cap of Liberty" among others items.
Eight pages, 5 by 8 inches, nice condition.

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 21, 1758  Most of page 5 is taken up with a report headed: "New York" "Extract of a Letter from a Gentleman at Lake George, July 11, 1758". This is a fine account of the Battle of Ticonderoga.
This historic battle was fought July 8, 3 days before the date of this report, with daily accounts of the events from July 5 through the 8th, the last day being the most detailed with a fine account of the battle.
Eight pages, 8 by 11 inches, very nice condition. A

THE DESERET NEWS, Salt Lake City, Utah Territory, Sept. 21, 1881

• President James A. Garfield assassination death

This was the very first newspaper to publish in Utah, having begun in 1850.
Page 8 has all columns black-bordered and a report: "Death Of President Garfield" and also: "Full Particulars".
Complete in 16 pages, never bound nor trimmed so it folds out to one large sheet, nice condition.

AMERICAN OBSERVER, Washington, D.C., Sept. 21, 1959

• Massachusetts Senator John F. Kennedy photo

The front page features 4 photos, one being: "John Kennedy" concerns a compromise labor-,management bill. Part of the caption states: "...sponsored by Representatives Griffin, Michigan Republican, and Phil Landrum, Georgia Democrat--plus milder provisions backed by Senator Kennedy, Massachusetts Democrat...". George Meany is one of the photos as well.
It is rather rare to find front page newspaper

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Sept. 21, 1951

• The Day the Earth Stood Still
• American Science fiction - sci-fi film
• Opening weekend movie advertisement
• British actor Michael Rennie as Klaatu

Page 7 of this section has a 3 1/2 x 2 inch advertisement for the opening weekend (Friday) for the film "The Day The Earth Stood Still" which has it's opening 2 days earlier on a Wednesday in New York City. (see) This movie made it's premiere in NYC, two days before other cities across the country.
Complete with 50

DAILY PALO ALTO, Stanford University, California, 1901 A lot of ten issues, dates of September & October, 1901, of the school newspaper published by this now prestigious university in northern California, with various news tidbits, items about school and many ads as well.
Each is complete in 4 pages, measures 11 by 15 1/2 inches. A little irregular along the spine, nice condition.

SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, September 21, 1939  In 1939 Disney paired with Standard Oil to produce comics for kids which also doubled as advertisements. One such "ad" is located on the back page, is approx. 12" x 15", and is headed: "Walt Disney's Little People - Travel Tykes - 'A Stitch In Time Saves Nine. M. Mouse.'" This nostalgic, color, vintage ad would be great for lovers of all that is Disney, and is very displayable.
The front page has a banner headline, "NAZIS AGAIN HURLED OUT OF

SATURDAY EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Sept. 21, 1850  The front page has an early print headed: "American Scenes - Natural Columns" noted as: "...a view of a singular Hill of Columnar Basalt on the Columbia River, seen and drawn by Col. Fremont on his exploring expedition to the Rocky Mountains, Oregon, etc."
It looks like one of the iconic formations from Monument Valley, but it is not along the Columbia River.
Four pages, large folio size, never bound nor trimmed, 3 folds with fold & margin

THE EVENING TRIBUNE, San Diego, Sept. 21, 1909

• Explorers Frederick Cook & Robert Peary
• The discovery of the North Pole controversy

The front page has a two column heading: "DR. COOK WILL AWAIT EVENTS" with subhead. (see) The top of page 2 has a nice banner headline: "COMMANDER PEARY AT SYDNEY, N.S." with subhead and related pictorial. Surprisingly this issue is in good condition being from the "wood pulp" era. Very hard to find issues that are not totally fragile from this era in paper.

THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 21, 1929

• The Study club fire
• Detroit, Michigan disaster
• Illegal prohibition era nightclub

The top of the front page has a one column heading: "18 DIE, 47 INJURED IN FIRE AND PANIC IN DETROIT CABARET" with subheads. (see) First report coverage on the prohibition era Detroit, Michigan nightclub fire disaster shortly before the great stock market crash of 1929. Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication.
Other news, sports

INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, Sept. 21, 1812  The front page has a full column with the; "Letter From Commodore Rodgers to the Secretary of the Navy" from on board the U.S. frigate President, in which he gives a detailed account of his actions.
Inside has: "General Hull" "Letter of Col. Case of the Army later under the Command of Brig. Gen. Wm. Hull, to the Secretary of War" which takes 1 1/2 columns. Also: "U.S. Frigate Essex" & "Naval Intelligence".
The back page has a political rally

NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Sept. 21, 1816  Nearly a full page has: "Gallipolis, Ohio" which provides a brief but historic background of this community.
Two separate articles illustrate a great contrast on relationships between various Indian Tribes and the new settlers: "Chickasaw Notice" and "Huntsville, (M.T.)". The former is a letter from William Colbert, general of the Chickasaws, beginning: "Brethren of the whites--It is with the most unfeigned pleasure that we contemplate the

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Sept. 21, 1847

• re. Battle of Buena Vista
• Mexican-American War

Page 3 contains a lengthy letter with details on the: "Battle Field of Buena Vista" actually fought in February. It was a signal victory for the Americans over a much larger Mexican Army.
Also on page 2: "From the Army of Gen. Taylor".
Four pages, very nice condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Sept. 21, 1849  Page 3 has nearly half a column headed: "California Items" which primarily discusses the cost of items and the troubles in maintaining commerce in California.
Page 2 also has; "Latest From Santa Fe" which includes a letter from Los Vegas, N.M. detailing a fight between US. troops and a party of Apache Indians. More related content as well.
Four pages, very nice condition.

THE SUN, Baltimore, September 21, 1998  This 52 page newspaper contains the report of Cal Ripken Jr. ending his famous streak of consecutive games played. The front page headline reads: "2,632 - Ripken Ends The Streak", and includes his response: "I thought about it and decided let's end it in the same place it started. In my home state. In front of the best fans in the world." A photo and additional coverage is present as well. The sports section also has coverage and photos. Great to have in

THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 21, 1967

• The Queen Elizabeth II is launched

The front page shows two photos related to the launching of QE2, with supporting text which carries onto an inside page. The heading reads: "Queen Launches the Elizabeth II", with subhead: "Name of Cunarder Is a Surprise but Has Precedent." The historic vessel is currently located in Port Rashid, Dubai.
The issue appears to be complete in 84 pages, and is in overall good condition. A paper library stamp was once on the

SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, September 21, 1895  The front cover has "Fine Hammered Iron Work - How to Forge a Rose" which has many small illustrations and an accompanying article. Inside the issue is: "The Manufacture of Horn Combs"; "A Portable Electric Propeller for Boats"; "The Evolution of the International Racing Yacht"; "The Yacht America, 1851"; and more articles, illustrations and advertisements.
Complete in sixteen pages and in nice condition. Never bound.

THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 21, 1935

• Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr. resignation
• U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

The front page has one column headings: "Kennedy Resigns as Sec Chairman"; "Roosevelt Praises His Leadership in Winning Confidence of Investors and Financiers" and more. (see) Article continues on page 4 with one column photo of Kennedy. Always nice to have notable events in history reported in this World famous publication.

Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete

LIFE magazine, New York, September 21, 1905 The colored front cover illustration by James Montgomery Flagg and is of a man trying to "pick" a lady from a tree. Also inside the issue is another Flagg illustration entitled "Summer is Over".
Within the issues are a variety of articles, poems and additional illustrations. 
The issue measures 8 3/4 x 10 3/4 inches and is in very good condition.

THE CLEVELAND LEADER, Cleveland, Ohio, September 21, 1875

• Charlie Ross kidnapping case
• William Westervelt found guilty?

This uncommon 8 page issue has news of the day with several interesting advertisements throughout.
The front page has one column headings: "Verdict In The Charley Ross Case" "Westervelt Guilty--An Affecting Scene in Court" "Charley Ross"
Complete, very minor margin wear, nice condition.

FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED NEWSPAPER, New York, Sept. 21, 1889  A full page is taken up with  7 images captioned: "New York City--The Jewish Quarter on the East Side--Scenes In Ludlow Street Market" with another caption for each of the images (see). Some text as well.
A full page has nine: "Views of the City of Huron, The Probable Future Capital of the State--South Dakota". And the double-page centerfold has 10 images of: "The City of Terre Haute & Some of Its Representative Interests".
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DAILY NEWS, Newburgh, New York, Sept. 21, 1857  The masthead features a nice engraving of the Hudson River near Newburgh. Various news reports, literary items, and a wealth of ads. Four pages, nice condition.

THE NEW YORK TIMES, September 21, 1936

• Rare Negro League baseball reporting
• Early Satchel Paige as pitcher

This 40 page newspaper has small one column headings on page 18: "Nashville Giants Score" and "Crawfords Also Win at Langford Benefit Card Before 18,000"

See photo for brief text on two Negro league baseball games. Notice the name ""Paige" as one of the batteries of the Pittsburgh Crawfords game. This is the famed Satchel Paige, 11 years prior to him entering MLB. Uncommon to find

LEOMINSTER DAILY ENTERPRISE, Massachusetts, September 21, 1934

• Bruno Hauptmann arrested (1st report)
• Charles Lindbergh baby kidnapping - Ransom money found

This 10 page newspaper has two column headline on the front page: "ARREST IN LINDBERGH CASE BELIEVED TO HAVE SOLVED THE KIDNAPPING CRIME" with related photo. 1st report coverage on the arrest of Bruno Hauptmann, suspect in the most famous kidnapping in U.S. history. He would eventually be sentenced to death for this crime.

Other news, sport

WELLSVILLE DAILY REPORTER, Wellsville, New York, September 21, 1906

• Jellico Tennessee/Kentucky
• Dynamite explosion

This 8 page newspaper has a two column headline on the front page: "Town Wrecked By Dynamite". 1st report coverage on the explosion disaster at Jellico, Kentucky/Tennessee from a railroad car loaded with 11 tons of dynamite.

Other news and advertisements of the day. Light browning, minor spine wear, otherwise good condition. Should be handled with care.

WORCESTER EVENING GAZETTE, Massachusetts, September 21, 1876

• 19th century opium addiction

The front page has one column headings that read: "Opium Eating" and "How the Influence is Felt--The Habit and the Dose--Some Individual Cases". See photos for text taking up a full column. Also page 3 has: "Creedmoor" and "Record of Today's Shooting"

Other news and several interesting advertisements of the day throughout. Complete in 4 pages, nice condition.

THE OMAHA BEE-NEWS, Omaha, Nebraska, September 21, 1932

• Johnny Goodman
• Amateur golfer

This 22 page newspaper has a very nice full back page advertisement with heading: "WELCOME HOME, JOHNNY" with large photo and related text (see photos). Of course this would be the only title to have such an ad being his hometown.

News of the day throughout. Light browning, minor margin wear, otherwise good condition.

SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT, New York, September 21, 1901 The frontpage of this issue is black-bordered in memory of President McKinley. The front page features an article on "Canaigre Growing in Southwest United States" and features several photos. Within are articles: The Mycen Aean Question" "St. Ulrich and the INdustries of Grodnerthal" "Stage Bridges at the Covent Garden Opera House, London England" and other articles and advertisements.

This is complete in 16 pages with several small

SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Springfield, Massachusetts, September 21, 1924  This 40+ page newspaper has a banner headline on the front page of the sport's section (inside): "PIRATES BEAT BROOKLYN AND GIANTS LOSE TO CUBS" with subheads that include: "Cubs Score Four Runs in 12th to Beat Giants by 7 to 3..." and more with box scores. (see)

Though not mentioned within the report, this was Grover Cleveland Alexander's 300th career victory. 'Old Pete' would collect 373 victories during his 20-year