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Shays' Rebellion... Call for the Constitutional Convention...
Shays' Rebellion... Call for the Constitutional Convention...
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THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, Philadelphia, February, 1787* Daniel Shay's Rebellion
* re. Constitutional Convention
* George Washington
The issue begins with the: "Form of the Constitution of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia". Also: "Letters Relative to the Treatment of Captain Asgill while Prisoner in the American Army, being a full Refutation of the Charges of Inhumanity Exhibited in London Against General Washington" concluded from the previous issue. It takes over 2 pages & includes 5 letters each signed in type: G. Washington.
Other articles include: "Liberty" and an interesting, lengthy article o the effects of erosion to land area by the sea & rivers; "Description of Ohiopyle Falls..." by D. Rittenhouse, with the plate lacking.
At the back are various poems, one titled: "The Slave" & "The Genius of America". Also a section headed "Intelligence" with the latest news reports of the day including much on Shays' Rebellion, as well as a notable report concerning: "...to move in Congress for an act recommending the states composing the union that a convention...be held...for the purpose of revising the articles of confederation & perpetual union..." which was an early call for the Constitutional Convention.
Also present is the foldout meteorological chart, however it has various edge wear and many folds.
Complete in 52 pages, 5 by 7 1/2 inches, full title/contents page, nice condition.
This title has the honor of being the first successful American magazine, having begun in September, 1786 and lasting until December, 1792.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
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