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DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., November 30, 1844

* National Lord's Day Convention
* Slave trade

On pg. 3 under "National Lord's Day Convention" is a report about the evening session of the convention, followed by a list of the resolutions that were adopted at the session held the next morning. Printing crease affects about eight words in one of the resolves.

Other news of the day. Generally…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 30, 1845  

* Texas statehood
* Joins the Union
* Nation's capital

History tells us that on December 29, 1845, Texas became the 28th state in the United States. Formerly part of Mexico, Texas had been an independent country since 1836.
Page 4, under the heading "Texas", is half a column reporting on the discussions on the admission of Texas to the Union. Ultimately it concludes with: "...Whereupon the bill extending the laws of the United…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Dec. 27 1843  

* Very early Abraham Lincoln
* Springfield, Illinois

The top of page 3 has a report headed: "Illinois" being an account of activities in the state Whig Convention in Springfield, mentioning in part: "...The following gentlemen were chosen as the Whig candidates for Presidential Electors: ABRAHAM LINCOLN: S. LISLE SMITH of Cook..." with more men listed.
This is an early mention of Abraham Lincoln from when he was just 34 years old and very…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., May 1, 1817  This issue has not one but two runaway slave advertisements with one on page 3 and the other on the back page.
News of the day and other ads. Four pages, some foxing, good condition.

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, July 13, 1816  The ftpg. has most of a column headed: "NAVAL DEPOT" which begins: "The events of the late  war have established the opinion that it is necessary for the United States to create a Naval Depot or establishment on some part o the Chesapeake for the repairing of ships and their protection in time of war..." with much more including: "...Five positions have been suggested as proper for this establishment, viz: Norfolk, York River, St. Mary's…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 28, 1859  Beginning on the front page & taking most of page 2 is the President's annual state-of-the-union address, signed in type at its conclusion by: James Buchanan. It is headed: "THE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE".
As was typical with this annual tradition, President Buchanan reviewed the events of the year addressing the broad scope of work which concerned the nation in 1859.
Additionally, page 3 has a half column editorial on it, headed: "The…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D. C., March 23, 1847  

* Smithsonian Institution
* Construction of the "Castle"
* Washington D.C. publication

Page 3 has a wonderful article on the building of what we now know as the "Castle", the original building of the Smithsonian Institution. 
It is headed: "Smithsonian Institution" and bits include: "...The plan adopted out of 13 different designs submitted, was...that of Mr. James Renwick..." with more on him. Then some details on the…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 10, 1840  Taking almost the entirety of page 2 is the President's annual state-of-the-union address, signed in type at its conclusion by: M. Van Buren. It is headed: "MESSAGE Of The President of the United States...".
As was typical with this annual tradition, President Van Buren reviewed the events of the year addressing the broad scope of work which concerned the nation in 1840.
Additionally, page 3 has a half column editorial on it, headed: "The…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 12, 1849

* President Zachary Taylor
* Inauguration - inaugural 

Page 3 has reports headed: "The President's Inaugural which begins: "The brevity and perspicuity of President Taylor's Inaugural Address are so striking that it would seem to be almost superfluous to make a single remark upon it...".
This is followed by: "The Inaugural" with more on his address, then yet a third report relating to it. Also: "Interview With the President". Great to…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 12, 1856  

* Bleeding Kansas
* Missouri border invasion
* War on slavery

Page 3 has nearly half a column of reports, mostly letters datelined from Lawrence, Kansas, concerning the growing troubles in that state over the slavery, anti-slavery residents. The full text is shown in the photos.

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 8, 1848

* Mexican War ends
* Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
* Mexico - United States - Texas

The top of page 2 has the very historic report of the official end of the Mexican War, beginning with: "A Proclamation" "Whereas a treaty of peace, friendship, limits, & settlement between the United States of America and the Mexican republic was concluded and signed at the city of Guadalupe Hidalgo..." followed by the balance of the text of the…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington (D.C.), February 13, 1844  The frontpage of this issue contains reports on "The United States Ship Princeton" which had left from Philadelphia having in tow the brig Caraccas, bound for Laguayra, however incurring difficulties due to ice. "The Cherokee Councill in session at Tah-le-quah" reported that it has adjourned after 100 days. This issue also includes a broadside "Supplement to the National Intelligencer" which is the "Speech of Mr. Stephens, of…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Oct. 30, 1865  The front page has a somewhat brief article: "The Georgia Convention - Abolishment Of Negro Slavery" which concerns the historic 13th Amendment. When Georgia ratifies it in December it would become the law of the land.
Page 2 has two: "Proclamation" documents signed by: Andrew Johnson. One calls for a day of Thanksgiving: "...to the Creator of the Universe, for these deliverances and blessings...".
Four pages, large folio size,…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., June 14, 1865

* Trial of the conspirators - assassins
* re. Abraham Lincoln's assassination

The top of the front page has: "THE CONSPIRACY" "TRIAL OF THE ACCUSED" "Proceedings Of Monday, June 12". Three columns are taken up with verbatim questions and answers.
This very detailed & lengthy coverage continues to take almost all of page 2 as well.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed, large folio size, minor wear at the margins, generally in good…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 16, 1857

* Mormons - Mormonism 
* Bleeding Kansas 

 Page 3 has a report "From  Utah" which notes in part: "...The attitude of the Mormons is peculiarly hostile and threatening...Brigham Young...had distinctly avowed his determination to destroy provisions & forage and lay the Territory waste rather than permit the entrance of the troops..." with more.
Page 3 also has: "From California" which includes some news from Utah: "...the saints are more…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Sept. 8, 1846 

* Mormons - Mormonism 
* Battle of Nauvoo, Illinois

 Page 3 has a lengthy report headed: "More Mormon Troubles" taking about three-quarters of a column. It begins: "Another outbreak of animosity, portending strife and conflict, which has been for some time in progress in the vicinity of Nauvoo, seems at length to be approaching a crisis...". This is followed by quite detailed reports, all seen in the photos.
Four pages, good condition.

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NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, March 18, 1824  

* President James Monroe land for sale 

The bottom of the front page, under "Land For Sale", is a detailed notice that begins: "For sale, my tract of land in Albemarle County, heretofore my residence..." and more about the location of the property as well as the various amenities and improvements. The ad is signed: James Monroe.
Pages 2 and 4 each of an: "Act of Congress" signed in type by the President: James Monroe.
Four pages, good condition.

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DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 17, 1856 

* "Bleeding Kansas" - Pre Sacking of Lawrence

 Page 3 has a report headed: "The Committee of Inquiry In Kansas" which takes over half a column to detail the latest in that troubled territory, with much on events around Lawrence.
"Bleeding Kansas describes the period of repeated outbreaks of violent guerrilla warfare between pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces following the creation of the new territory of Kansas in 1854. In all, some…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 18, 1857  

* U.S. Army march to Salt Lake City
* Mormons War - Mormonism 

Page 3 has nearly three-quarters of a column taken up with: "The Utah Expedition" which is a great & very detailed travelogue on the U.S. troops venturing to Utah. We rarely find such detailed travel accounts by the military.
Four pages, large folio size, nice condition. Folder size noted is for the issue folded in half.

background: The dispatch in the…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 19, 1853  Page 2 has almost an entire column taken up with a very notable article headed: "Edgar A. Poe, by Henry Clay Preuss".
As a bit of background, the following from eapoe.org is very helpful:

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D. C., April 20, 1847

* Battle of Sacramento River
* Mexican War

 Pages 2 and 3 have much reporting on the Mexican War with articles headed: "The March to the Rio Grande" "Affairs in New Mexico--A Nineteen Days' Campaign--Details of the Several Engagements, etc." 'The Battle of Sacramento" in Mexico; "From Vera Cruz to Mexico" "Propositions Said to Have Been Made to Mexico".  and: "Celebration of the Victories".
Four pages, very nice condition.

Background:…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., July 27, 1844 

* Mammoth Cave National Park
* Pre Civil War tourist destination
* Edmonson County - Kentucky

A page 3 report about the "Mammoth Cave" says: "Twenty-six large avenues and a third river, larger than those previously known, have recently been discovered in the Mammoth Cave. A sulphur spring of an excellent quality of water has also been found some miles within the cave..." plus mention that boats have been built so visitors can take…

THE GLOBE, Washington, D.C., March 4, 1841  

* President William Henry Harrison inauguration
* Very rare same-day report from nation's capital

A terrific & very desirable newspaper as this has a same-day report on the inauguration of President Wm. H. Harrison.
Such a report is likely only to be found in a newspaper from the nation's capital, however we have had several issues of the National Intelligencer for this date and they only report plans for the inauguration.
The top of page 3…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., April 28, 1849  

* Minnesota Territory is created
* From our nation's capital

The top of page 2 has: "The New Territory Of Minnesota" which reports on the formation of the Minnesota Territory, nine years prior to statehood.
Page 3 has: "From The Sandwich Islands" which is the Hawaiian Islands.
Four pages, nice condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 2, 1852  

* Henry Clay funeral
* Kentucky statesman
* From the nation's capital

All four pages have wide, black mourning rules for the death of Henry Clay.
Page 3 begins with: "The Funeral" with nearly two columns taken up with reports concerning it and sentiments regarding Henry Clay.
A member of the Senate at the time, he passed away at the National Hotel in Washington, D.C., and was the first person to lie in state at the…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 14, 1860

* Early steam wagon
* Pre civil war from our nation's capital

On page 2 under "Steam-Wagon In San Francisco" is a vivid account of a demonstration of a "steam-wagon" in San Francisco. The account also describes the steam-wagon in detail, mentioning that the vehicle "...weighs about ten tons. The driving wheels are seven feet in diameter, and made of iron..." & more. Other news of the day throughout.

Occasional foxing,…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 2, 1867 

* Nebraska statehood achieved
* President Andrew Johnson
* From the nation's capital

The top of page 2 has a very historic: "Proclamation" signed in type by the President, Andrew Johnson, for admitting Nebraska into the Union as the 37th state. The Proclamation is dated March 1, 1867, agreeing with the historic of the admission of the state. Terrific to have this in a newspaper from the nation's capital.
Page 2 begins with…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington D.C., March 14, 1820 

* Francis Scott Key house for sale ad 
* From the Nation's Capital

A back page notice headed "Valuable Property For Sale" begins: "That large and commodious two story brick dwelling house near the upper end of Bridge street, lately occupied by Francis S. Key, Esq...." plus a few details (see).
Four pages, good condition.

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 4, 1841  The front page has: "Treaty with Wyandott Indians" which includes: "... the "Wyandott nation were assembled y the Chiefs in General Council o the 20th and 22d instant, to vote upon the question of selling to the United States all their lands in Ohio, and emigrant to the West. After two days and a part of  last night taken up in debating the subject, it was determined, without a division, to authorize and empower the Chiefs to enter into a…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 20, 1860 

* United States Capital building extension notice 
* Pre civil war original 
* From our Nation's captial 

A front page notice headed "United States Capitol Extension" states that proposals "...will be received...until noon...the 21st of August...for furnishing and putting up the iron ceilings of two rooms over the connecting corridors of the Capitol Extension..." plus specific details about the completion of the ceilings. The…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 5, 1841  Perhaps the best newspaper to be had on the inauguration of William Henry Harrison as the nation's ninth President, this being the premier newspaper from the nation's capital. 
Most of page 2 is taken up with: "THE INAUGURAL ADDRESS of Gen. William Henry Harrison, March 4, 1841, On entering Upon the Duties of the office of President of the United States".
Fully half of page 3 is taken up with excellent coverage of the inaugural…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 1832  The front page has: "Examination of M.M. Noah" being Mordecai Manuel Noah, the first American born Jew to reach national prominence. This unusual article concerns questioning about his disembarking a boat at Somerset, Mass.
Page 2 has: "Naval--Official" being a list of "notices"  of various assignments and locations of various ship, plus an account of the "Vessels belonging to each foreign station."
Four pages, very nice condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Oct. 12, 1847  Page 3 has much reporting on the Mexican War including: "Major Lally's Command" which has reports of the killed  & wounded at Cerro Gordo, National Bridge, Paso Ovijas, and at Lasanimas.
Also a report headed: "A Little Later From Vera Cruz" which has much, taking over a full column. There is also a report: "From Santa Fe".
Four pages, very nice condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., March 5, 1841  

* President William Henry Harrison inauguration
* Inaugural address - best title to be had (rare)

Perhaps the best newspaper to be had on the inauguration of William Henry Harrison as the nation's ninth President, this being the premier newspaper from the nation's capital. 
Most of page 2 is taken up with: "THE INAUGURAL ADDRESS of Gen. William Henry Harrison, March 4, 1841, On entering Upon the Duties of the office of…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 7, 1848  

* Gold discovered in California
* Official government report
* Pre 49ers- Forty-Niners

Beginning on the front page and taking all of page 2 and most of page 3 is  the: "President's Annual Message" to the nation, in which is a rather lengthy & detailed report on the discovery of gold in California.
Although there were earlier newspaper reports of gold discovery, this was the first "official" announcement by the government and did…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 9, 1820  The front page features 7 Acts of Congress, each signed in type by the President: James Monroe. And page 2 begins with another 3 documents by James Monroe as well. Great to have in this famous newspaper from the nation's capital.
Four pages, good condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Oct. 12, 1852  

* Washington Monument obelisk
* George Watterston & construction 

Page 2 has: "Gen. Scott At The West" meaning Ohio, which includes: "Speech of Gen. Scott at Hamilton" and: "Speech of Gen. Scott at Dayton".
Page 2 also has a nice, half-column article: "Washington National Monument" being a letter concerning the building of the Washington Monument at the District of Columbia, signed in type by: G. Watterston, the 3rd…

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 4, 1817  All of the front page and a portion of the back page are taken up with the: "President's Message" being the annual state-of-the-union address, signed in type: James Monroe. Great to have this document in this newspaper from the nation's capital, where the address was given.
Four pages, nice condition.

Note: President James Monroe delivered his first State of the Union Address on December 12, 1817, marking the beginning of the "Era of…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., May 3, 1847  

* Smithsonian Institution
* Cornerstone Laid
* From Washington D.C.

Taking fully 3 1/2 columns on pages 1 and 2 is the most detailed account o the laying of the cornerstone of the Smithsonian Institution you could possibly want. But not surprising to find this extensive report in this newspaper from the nation's capital.
The top of page 1 has: "Smithsonian Institution" which begins: "The laying of the corner stone of the…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 28, 1847  Page 3 has half a column concerning: "Interesting from Santa Fe" with early reports from the territory of New Mexico (see). Also a report: "California Affairs--A letter dated Monterey, Feb. 1" talks of setting up the government there.
There are reports on the Mexican War under: "On the Progress of the War" which takes nearly a column; "From Tabasco" and: "From the Brasos".
Four pages, very nice condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 23, 1847 

* Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna

Page 3 has reports on the Mexican War with items headed; "Official" "Important From Mexico", this latter report taking a full column which includes a report from Santa Anna noting: "...The army of the enemy being upon the eve of moving upon this capital with a view to attack the same...martial law having been declared...".
Four pages, a discrete archival mend on pg. 3, very nice condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 8, 1849  Page 3 has: "Late From California" which begins with a very historic report: "The constitution for the State of California has been adopted and published. The reports from the gold region continue to be encouraging. The health of the miners was generally good...The estimate of the number of persons at the mines runs up to 80,000...The Crescent City brings a million dollars' worth of gold dust besides nearly half as much more in the…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 16, 1847  Page 3 has nearly two columns of reports from the Mexican War with a column headed: "Important From Mexico" "Latest from the Army of General Scott" which includes two letters form Puebla, Mexico, and one from Vera Cruz. Much detail.
Also a column headed: "From California which takes over a full column on the latest news from there, including mention that Monterey has been chosen by Gov. Kearney as the temporary seat of…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 10, 1847  Page 5 has several reports concerning the Mexican War, with items headed: "Later From Mexico" "Another Letter From Gen. Taylor" "From the California Expedition". The first article has several subheads including: "More Guerrillas" "Mexican Correspondence Intercepted" "Gen. Scott's March to the Capital" "Assistance Solicited From Gen. Scott" and "Attack on Gen. Scott".
Eight pages, close-trimmed at the bottom of the first leaf only,…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, Dec. 11, 1849 

* California Republic for statehood ?
* Early Hawaii relations w/ America

Page 3 has: "California Matters" "The Revenue of California" and:  "Close of the Convention & Signing of the Constitution" being fundamental reports on California becoming a state. Also: "Commerce of San Francisco, with all of the above taking a full column.
Also on page 3 is: "Treaty With the Sandwich Islands" which would shortly result in the historic trea…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C.  A set of five issues containing all five parts of the editorial on the: "President's Message" with considerably commentary on the Mexican War.
Dates are December 11, 14, 18, 24 & 27. All issues are complete in 4 pages and in nice condition.

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., July 8, 1847  Page 3 has several items on the Mexican war with a column headed: "The News From Mexico" which includes in part: "...no longer doubtful that Gen. Scott's march upon the capital will be disputed with no inconsiderable determination--for Mexicans. It is supposed that he will be resisted, in force, at three several points between Puebla and Mexico. Santa Anna has succeeded in getting to the windward of his enemies..." and much more.
…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Sept. 17, 1849 

* California gold rush hardships

Page 3 has: "Items From California and Panama" which begins with a discouraging report: "Nearly all the American passengers by the Empire City are returning from the mines, disgusted with the life of extreme toil & hardship which must be endured there..." and continues on with the conditions of life in the gold region. One item notes: "...The number of women in San Francisco was increasing,…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 14, 1849 

* Great Seal of California

At the bottom of page 3 is an article with a small heading: "California Coat Of Arms" which describes this early version of the state seal (some alterations since). This was the very first seal of California, actually adopted by the Calif. Constitutional Convention shortly before it became a state.
Four pages, very nice condition.