Historic Newspapers: Search Results

(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…

(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.

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…

THE TIMES, London, England, 1797  Perhaps the most revered newspaper in the world, it began in 1785 under the title "The Daily Universal Register", adopting its modern name on January 1, 1788.
An opportunity for a very nice issue of this iconic title with a decorative red-ink tax stamp at the top.
Four pages, never-trimmed margins, very nice condition.

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…

(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.

(5) THE LONDON GAZETTE, 1600's (2nd rate)  An opportunity to purchase a lot of 5 issues of the oldest continually published English language newspaper, having started in 1665 and is still publishing today. All are from the late 1600's, priced due to minor imperfections causing them to be 2nd rate. A great opportunity to obtain authentic 17th century newspapers at a fraction of their typical cost. The image shown is just an example. Actual issues vary.

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,…

(50) WORLD WAR II -- A lot of fifty issues each with front page war headlines. Folio-size; nice for resale or for someone wishing to begin a collection.  The issues may have edge tears and/or a rough left spine from intuitional volumes, but they are nice for framing and do not have loss of text.

THE SUN, London, England, 1799  A fine issue of a typical late 18th century newspaper, the top of the masthead containing a decorative, red-inked tax stamp. Much news of the day and ads as well.
Four pages, good 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.

THE GREAT WAR COLLECTION (11 issues) - A great opportunity for an instant collection encompassing every major "American" war from The French and Indian War through The Gulf War. You get eleven original/authentic publications (at least 9 being American newspapers), one each for:

French & Indian War, Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Mexican War, Civil War, Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, and the Gulf War.

The earliest two will be British magazines (with war…

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.

(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.

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…

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.

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.

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! …

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.

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".

(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. …

(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…

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Sept. 30, 1789  Certainly the most significant & historic content is the page 3 report that: "The President of the United States has been pleased to nominate, and by & with the advice & consent of the Senate, to appoint, JOHN JAY, of New York, Chief Justice..." followed by a list of the Associate Judges of the Supreme Court as well.
Also of great significance are the other appointments listed: "Thomas Jefferson, Secretary of State, Edmund Randolph,…

THE PLAIN DEALER, Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 23, 1963  The banner headline announces: "KENNEDY ASSASSINATED; JOHNSON TAKES OATH" with subhead "Shot In Head By Sniper In Dallas Road". The photos show the motorcade just after the shooting and of Lyndon Johnson being sworn in as President.
Interior pages have much more on the assassination and memorials to his life & memory.
The first section only (of 2) with pages 1-16, good condition.
 

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:…

SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, New York, Sept. 17, 1898  A very significant issue in the history of automobiles, as the noted reference work "Kane's Famous First Facts" records that the first automobile advertisement ever published in America is on the back page (not the very first appearance, which was in the July 30, 1898 issue). 

EDINBURGH EVENING COURANT, Scotland, Jan. 18, 1777  Half of page 2 is taken up with reports concerning the Revolutionary War, a few of the reports noting: "...has been reported that they contain private advices that Philadelphia was in possession of the King's troops. A report...that the provincial Congress at Boston has made proposals to the King's commissioners of returning to their allegiance, which have been accepted....The Congress have lost their authority; they ordered all the militia…

NEWBURYPORT HERALD & COUNTRY GAZETTE, Massachusetts, March 17, 1801  Page 2 contains Thomas Jefferson's first inaugural address, headed and beginning: "City of Washington, March 4 - PRESIDENT'S SPEECH. This Day at XII o'clock, Thomas Jefferson, President of the United States, took the oath of office required by the Constitution in the Senate Chamber, in the presence of the Senate, the public officers, and a large concourse of citizens. Previous to which he delivered the filling ADDRESS:…

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 GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1778  Among the articles within are: "The Theory of Insulating Bodies Examined, & some of the Supposed Properties which Electricians have ascribed to Glass, proved by Experiments not to Exist" which includes reference to Ben Franklin. Also: "On the Worshiping of the Primitive Christians to the East" and more.
The most significant content falls under: "Advices Received from America" which includes a number of war reports, one beginning: "...the…

GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, November, 1776  This issue begins with "Proceedings in the House  of Commons..." which includes discussion on the Revolutionary War, including: "...Nothing could have afforded me so much satisfaction as to have been able to inform you...that the troubles which have so long distracted my colonies in North America were at an end; and that my unhappy people, recovered from their delusion, had delivered themselves from the oppression of their leaders, & returned to…

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.

Described…

THE NORWALK EXPERIMENT, Ohio, April 13, 1858  

* Mormons - Mormonism 
* Lexington, Missouri Temple

Page 2 has a brief report noting in part: "Before the Mormons abandoned Jackson county, Missouri, a chosen number secretly laid the foundation of the future temple & then carefully covering all traces of their work with dirt, planted it over. The location of this spot is held a church secret..." waiting for the Mormons to return.
Also on page 2: "The Expedition to Utah--Immense Train" being a good…

NEW YORK WEEKLY TRIBUNE, Dec. 8, 1860  

* Pre Civil War Southern tensions building
* Last State of the Union Address before outbreak

Many interesting articles within, including: "The Basis of Slavery" "Secession, Past and Present" "The Secession Movement--Charleston Correspondence--Outrages Upon New Yorkers in Savannah--State of Feelings in Virginia--The Truth in South Carolina" "Secession In The Senate--Shall we Have Peace or War?--A Southern Confederacy Announced" "Emigration from the Slave to…

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 MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE, Boston, August 31, 1769 printed with THE BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, August 31, 1769  Both newspapers were published by Richard Draper on Thursday. A partnership with John Green and Joseph Russell printed the "Boston Post-Boy & Advertiser" on Mondays.

Both titles are printed on the same sheet of paper (each s single sheet; verified when held to the light) and were meant to be separated for individual sale & distribution. But this pair was not, hence the interesting

THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, August, 1733  Among the articles noted in the table of contents are: "Debates on the Sugar Colony Bill..." "Of Pride in Men of Worth" "The Tobacco Scheme well Calculated" & more.
Near the back is a report which includes: "...highly applauds the undertaking of establishing a colony in Georgia, bestows large enconiums on the founders of it...a subscription is now open'd by the Trustees for the relgious uses of the Colony, a church is to be built & endow'd at…

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 CALIFORNIA PROHIBITIONIST, San Jose, Aug. 4, 1892  As the title would suggest this newspaper is focused on the prohibition of alcohol. Page 2 has the: "Prohibition Nominees - For President, Gen. John Tidwell...For Vice President, Dr. J. B. Cranfill".
This title is not listed in Gregory's "Union List of Newspapers".
Four pages, nice condition.

THE SHAKER, Shakers, Albany County, New York, November, 1872  This title is: "Published Monthly, by and Under the Direction of the Mt. Lebanon Bishopric" as noted in the masthead. It is for those in the Shaker community, quite famous today for the style of furniture they produced.
Much religious content as might be expected.
Eight pages, 9 3/4 by 13 3/4 inches, never bound nor trimmed, nice condition.

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, March 16 & 19, 1796  A very significant pair of issues as they contain, in its entirety, the full text of the Jay Treaty, one of the more significant 18th century documents in American history.
Taking much of the front page and part of page 2 in the issue of the 16th is part of Jay's Treaty through Article 12. Prefacing the Treaty is a "Proclamation" providing particulars about the conclusion and ratification of the Treaty. Includes word that the treaty was ratified…

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.

NEW YORK TIMES, June 23, 1939  Page 24 has various baseball reports with two column headlines: "Gehrig Is Amazed and Cheered As Messages From Fans Pour In"
"Stricken Star Avoids a Demonstration at Stadium by Staying in Dugout--Move Is On to Set Aside a Day for Him" with smaller subheads.
See photos for text concerning his recent diagnosis of Infantile Paralysis just three days earlier. He announced his affliction just 2 days prior to this date.
Nice to have in this famous newspaper.
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NEW YORK TIMES, July 19, 1861 The front page has some great column heads on the Civil War including some just preceding the historic Battle of Bull Run: "THE INSURRECTION" "Progress Of The Grande Army" "Details of the Movements of the National Troops" "Scenes at Fairfax Court-House" "Important Rumor from Pensacola" "Insurgents Landing at Sewell's Point" "Skirmishing in Missouri" "Movements of the Rebels" "The Advance on Fairfax' "A Secession Outbreak in Illinois" and more.
Eight pages, very…

THE DAILY STATE REGISTER, Carson City, Nevada, Dec. 6, 1872  Situated just east of Lake Tahoe at the western "elbow" of the state, this issue from its heyday during the mining era has various news, ads and notices on the front page, with much news on pages 2 and 3.
Carson City is named for the famed mountain man Kit Carson & is about 30 miles south of Reno. It originated as a stopover for California bound emigrants, but developed into a city with the Comstock Lode, a silver strike in the…

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 NATIONAL ERA, Washington, D.C., Oct. 7, 1852  This newspaper is forever linked to the best-selling novel of the 19th century: "Uncle Tom's Cabin", for the book was originally released as a 40 week serial in this anti-slavery newspaper beginning in June, 1851. It was the newspaper's publisher who encouraged Stowe to produce the work in book form, and it is common consensus that the book had much to do with popularizing sentiment which lead to the Civil War.
The back page has a small…

BALTIMORE DAILY REPOSITORY, Maryland, Dec. 20, 1791  A very rare title that existed from Oct. 24, 1791 to Oct. 19, 1793. The last time we offered this title was over 23 years ago.
This is the volume 1, number 50 issue. The front page is filled with ads, page 2 includes reports from the federal House of Representatives and other news reports inside.
Four pages, 9 by 11 inches, very nice 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…

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,…

RICHMOND EXAMINER, Virginia, July 20, 1864  This issue has: "The War News--From Our Army of Invasion--From Georgia" "Operations Of Sherman's Army--The Evacuation of Kenesaw--The Rebel Works--The Pursuit to Marietta--Marietta--Arrival at the Chattahoochee--The Retreat Across the River--Its Discovery" "From Georgia--General Johnston's Farewell Address" which is signed in type: J. E. Johnston.
Also: "...How the Rebels Behaved at Hagerstown, Maryland..." "Recruiting in the Rebel States" "Vessels…

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.

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 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…

THE ANTI-SLAVERY BUGLE, Salem, Ohio, August. 10, 1850  The motto printed in the masthead reads: "No Union With Slaveholders", which sets the tone for the newspaper's theme. This is one of the less common anti-slavery newspapers we have encountered.
Among the articles: "Tale of Cruelty" "Things In Kentucky" "An Incident of the Slave Trade" "Fugitive Slaves" "Abolitionists & the Bible" "Woman's Rights" "The Flying Fugitives" and more.
Page 3 has an interesting article beginning: "The Mormon…

THE MASSACHUSETTS MAGAZINE, Boston, May, 1793  Eighteenth century American magazines are increasingly scarce in today's market. This title was published  by the famed Isaiah Thomas, the patriot printer from the Revolutionary War & founder of the American Antiquarian Society.
One of the best aspects of this issue is that the full page plate is still present, being: "Newbury Bridge over Merrimack River" which is accompanied by a nearly full page: "Description of the Plate" (see). Only rarely…

THE NATIONAL ERA, Washington, D.C., Dec. 16, 1852  This newspaper is forever linked to the best-selling novel of the 19th century: "Uncle Tom's Cabin", for the book was originally released as a 40 week serial in this anti-slavery newspaper beginning in June, 1851. It was the newspaper's publisher who encouraged Stowe to produce the work in book form, and it is common consensus that the book had much to do with popularizing sentiment which lead to the Civil War.
Page 3 has an ad headed: "Uncle…

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.

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 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.

OCEANIA DAILY NEWS, May 29, 1948  "Fiji's Independent Newspaper" which has the distinction of always being the: "First Paper Published In The World Today" because of Fiji's location near the international dateline. This is the volume 1, number 77 issue.
Eight pages, 10 1/4 by 15 inches, good 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…

DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D. C., April 19, 1847  The front page has a nice article concerning General Tom Thumb from early in his career with P.T. Barnum. Bits mention: "...The General is a most symmetrical personage, & although formed ion one of nature's smallest moulds, is a perfect specimen of humanity polite, fascinating, agreeable, accurate, entertaining, & at times merry as a cricket. To Mr. Barnum, his worthy preceptor, guide & companion, is the Lilliputian monarch…

THE CONTINENTAL JOURNAL & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Boston, Nov. 19, 1778  Page 2 has over half a column concerning the historic duel between Generals Robert Howe and Gadsden, bot notable figures in the Revolutionary War.
The duel stemmed from a dispute over command of Continental troops in South Carolina. Gadsden, a local hero, had taken command during Howe's absence, and when Howe returned, Gadsden questioned the terms of his recall and argued for retaining command. The situation escalated into a…

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 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…

CHARLESTON DAILY COURIER, South Carolina, May 7, 1863  This is one of just a few newspapers which printed "Confederate States of America" in the dateline.
Among the front page articles: "Letter from the Rappahannock - General Lee's Second Dispatch--Another Battle at Fredericksburg - The Enemy Repulsed & Driven Across the River" which is a letter to President Jefferson Davis signed in type: R. E. Lee.
Also: "Official From Vicksburg - The Yankee Cavalry Raid in Virginia..." "Our Victory…

NORRISTOWN HERALD & WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Pennsylvania, Aug. 22, 1806  This is the first of this title we have ever located or offered, this issue coming from our private collection. Various news and ads of the day.
Four pages, never bound nor trimmed with wide margins, water staining does not detract.

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 LONDON CHRONICLE, England, May 12, 1761  Page 2 has a letter from Charleston headed: "America" which includes war reports from the French & Indian War. Then a letter from a merchant in Quebec concerning the problems with trade.
Over half of page 5 is taken up with reports headed: "America", one letter beginning: "The case of the poor Canadians is really deplorable, occasioned by the bankruptcy of the crown of France...". Then a letter from Boston mentions: "...from his Majesty's dominions…

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…

CITIZEN SOLDIER, Norwich, Vermont, Sept. 11, 1840  "Devoted To the Interests of the Militia, Military Science & National Defense" as noted in the masthead, where also is found their motto: "In Times Of Peace, Prepare For War". This title lasted but 52 issues. 
The most intriguing aspect of this issue is that the title is misspelled. See the photo for "Citizen Soldire" which I suspect was corrected in the next issue.
Eight pages, even toning, 9 1/2 by 12 1/2 in., a rare & uncommon title.…

THE CAMPAIGN, Washington, D.C., Sept. 13, 1848  This is a campaign newspaper, supporting the efforts of Lewis Case in running for President.
By nature campaign newspapers were very short-lived, as they existed during the Presidential campaign, and once the election of inauguration was over so was the newspaper. This is issue number 16.
Sixteen pages, 10 1/2 by 15 3/4 inches, never bound nor trimmed, mild wear at the margins with some archival strengthening at the blank spine.

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"…

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.

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.

John Hancock signature... A few weeks prior to his most famous...

THE AMERICAN GAZETTE; OR THE CONSTITUTIONAL JOURNAL, Salem, Massachusetts, June 25, 1776  

* Very rare Revolutionary War publication
* Volume 1 Number 2 issue - great year to have

This is the volume one, number two issue of a very rare newspaper. Its rarity would seem to be sufficient for its desirability, as it existed for only seven weekly issues, from June 18 thru July 30, 1776. 
But the content is nice as well, particularly given that this issue was printed just 9 days before the Declaration…

Much on George Whitefield... Methodism...

THE SPECTATOR, New York, Dec. 18, 1799  The entire front page is filled with various war-related reports from Europe, most relating to Napoleon Buonaparte's campaign. These reports carry over to page 2 where is found a lengthy: "Dispatch From Buonaparte" signed by him in type: Buonaparte. 
Four pages, irregular at the spine & reglued at portions, no loss to any content.

NEW YORK TIMES, May 12, 1865  The front page has reports on the closing moments of the Civil War, including: "TAYLOR'S SURRENDER" "Gen. Canby's Official Announcement of the Fact" "The Surrender Made on the 4th of May" "Terms the Same as Those  Granted to Gen. Lee" "No Rebel Forces Now in Arms East of the Mississippi" and more.
Also on the front page: "The Assassination" "The Conspirators" "Proclamation by the President--Rebel Pirates in Foreign Ports" signed in type: Andrew Johnson; "The Reward…

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 CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, Oct. 14, 1863  This anti-war newspaper insisted slavery should not be abolished, so consequently, much content has an anti-North bias.
Articles within include: "Civil Libery of the Soldiers" "Another Draft" "The Republican & Rebel Allies North & South" "The Coming Congress to Abolish Slavery" "The Morals of Abolitionism" "Lincoln A Shakspearian Critic" includes a letter signed by him: A. Lincoln; "The American Freeman's 'Petition of Right' " "The American Question

DAILY JOURNAL, Pioche, Nevada, May 22, 1875  The first settlement of the area was in 1864 with the opening of a silver mine, but it was abandoned when Indians launched a series of raids and massacres. It was resettled in 1868 and François Pioche bought the town in 1869. By the early 1870s, it had grown to become one of the most important silver-mining towns in Nevada.
Because of the remoteness which allowed Indian raids to occur, the town had a reputation for being one of the roughest towns in…

THE OGDEN JUNCTION, Utah, Dec. 21, 1872  The masthead includes prints of two trains coming together, signifying the celebration at nearby Promontory Point of the joining of the East and West Coast by railroad just 4 years previous. This issue is from 24 years before Utah statehood. This is a volume 1 issue.
Gregory notes that only 3 institutions have any holdings including one with just a single issue and another with just scattered issues.
Four pages, nice condition.

DAILY DENVER TIMES, Colorado, Nov. 23, 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…

THE WORLD, New York, March 8, 1861  Page 4 has pre-war column heads: "State Of The Nation" "Seizure of Forts In Texas" "Captain Bill Refuses to Surrender" "The Inaugural Is Peace" "Appointments by the New Administration" & more.
Eight pages, never bound nor trimmed, various wear at the two folds & margins, some breaks at the fold juncture.

SALEM REGISTER, Massachusetts: A lot of 11 issues with a near even mix of 1803-1804, all complete, 4 page issues and in generally good condition. Expect some irregularity & minor loss at the spine (no text affected) due to disbinding, typical foxing, minimal margin wear.
All are from the period of the Louisiana Purchase and many of these issues will have articles relating to it.

NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., Dec. 10, 1814  This is from a critical period in the War of 1812, as the British had taken this city just over 3 months prior, burning the White House, Capitol, and many public buildings.
Most of this issue is taken up with war reports, with most of the front page consumed by: "The Investigation - Report" concerning the conduct of American offers in the war. Other items are headed: "The Enemy in the Rappahannock" "Reward of an Intruder" "Correspondence…

NEW HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT, Concord, July 14, 1818  Page 2 has a lengthy & detailed report headed: "Capture of Pensacola" which includes a detailed report signed by Adj. General Robert Butler, a "General Order" signed by: Andrew Jackson, and several of rrelated reports.
President Monroe, ordered Jackson to this area to defend the U.S. borders. But instead of defending the United States, Jackson invaded Spanish West Florida on May 24, 1818, and occupied Pensacola with his troops for fourteen days…

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…

NEW YORK TIMES, May 10, 1865  Among the one column heads on the follow-up events to the Civil War are: "IMPORTANT PROCLAMATIONS" "The Belligerent Rights of the Rebels at the End" "All Nations Warned Against Harboring Their Privateers" "Restoration of Law in the State of Virginia" "The Flight Of Jeff Davis" "His Capture Probable" "Important Session of the Anti-Slavery Society" "Speeches of Wendell Phillips, William Lloyd Garrison, Mrs. Harper, Geo. Thompson & Others".
Page 5 includes: "The Trial…

FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED NEWSPAPER, New York, Dec. 5, 1863  The front page shows: "The War In Tennessee--Lookout Mountain & its Vicinity..." plus other war-related illustrations within, including scenes of Brownsville & Matamoras, Texas and more.
The great, tipped-in (preferred) doublepage centerfold is captioned: "The Consecration of the Great National Cemetery Near Gettysburg, Nov. 19 by Abraham Lincoln...". As an appropriate complement to this centerfold is text on the events at: "The…

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.