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Trouble with the Indians...



Item # 677256 THE COLUMBIAN MAGAZINE, (Philadelphia), October, 1786  The first article is: "Some Observations on the Structure of the Surface of the Earth in Pennsylvania and the Adjoining Countries..." which takes nearly 5 pages. Also within is the continued: "Sketch of the Life of the Late Nathaniel Greene, Major General of the Forces of the United States of America" which takes nearly 6 pages.
Also of interest is: "The Former, Present and Future Prospects of America" which takes 4 pages; "Natural History of Locust of North America" and other articles.
Near the back is "Intelligence" which has the latest news of the day. With datelines from Pittsburgh, Charleston, Boston, Richmond and Philadelphia, some bits include reference to the Shays' Rebellion, and: "...many cruel depredations of the Indians on the frontiers with a confirmation of the murder of captain James Moore & family..." and: "...from Kentucke that 1500 men...have actually marched on an expedition against the Wabash Indians. They are to rendezvous at the Falls of Ohio..." and "...a party of that tribe came in with 14 scalps...that 700 savages performed the war dance..." and also: "...general Clarke marches into the Indian country with a powerful army; he intends to lay their towns in ashes...and scalp as many as he may conquer..." with more. Other interesting content as well.
No plates are present.
Complete in 52 pages, 5 by 8 inches, lacking any title page if it existed. The "contents" page is at the back, scattered foxing, good condition.

This title has the honor of being the first successful American magazine, having begun in September, 1786 and lasting until December, 1792. This is the second issue printed.

Category: The 1600's and 1700's