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Great foldout map of Boston & vicinity... Early reports on the Revolutionary War...
Great foldout map of Boston & vicinity... Early reports on the Revolutionary War...
Item # 701089
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GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, October, 1775 The first several pages contain a nice account of Parliamentary discussion concerning the troubles in America, a portion including: "...the rebellious war now levied is become more general, & is manifestly carried on for the purpose of establishing an independent empire. I need not dwell upon the fatal effects of the success of such a plan..." with much more.
Another article headed: "Independence not the Aim of the Americans, Asserted." takes three-quarters of a page.
But the prime feature of this issue is certainly the very nice (and often missing) foldout map titled: "A New and Correct Plan of the Town of Boston" with much detail including many of the streets. Also shown at the top is "Charles Town in ruins." This map measures 8 1/4 by 11 inches & is in uncommonly nice, clean condition.
This map is accompanied by a related article titled: "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists since the Passing the Boston Port-Bill" which takes over 3 pages.
There are several letters on modes of treatment of the Americans "on the present critical occasion". Other related articles are headed: "Petition of Bristol Merchants in Favour of the Americans." and "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists..." this latter article taking over 3 pages.
Within the "Historical Chronicle" near the back is a letter to the London Lord Mayor from the Congress at Philadelphia which is signed in type: John Hancock, President taking over half a column and includes: "...a cruel war has at length been opened against us, & whilst we prepare to defend ourselves...we still hope that the mediation of wise & good citizens will at length prevail & restore harmony & peace...", but of course this would not happen.
No other plates beyond the map are called for.
Complete in 48 pages, full title/contents page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 1/4 inches, minor binding slits at the blank spine, great condition.
Another article headed: "Independence not the Aim of the Americans, Asserted." takes three-quarters of a page.
But the prime feature of this issue is certainly the very nice (and often missing) foldout map titled: "A New and Correct Plan of the Town of Boston" with much detail including many of the streets. Also shown at the top is "Charles Town in ruins." This map measures 8 1/4 by 11 inches & is in uncommonly nice, clean condition.
This map is accompanied by a related article titled: "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists since the Passing the Boston Port-Bill" which takes over 3 pages.
There are several letters on modes of treatment of the Americans "on the present critical occasion". Other related articles are headed: "Petition of Bristol Merchants in Favour of the Americans." and "Account of the Proceedings of the American Colonists..." this latter article taking over 3 pages.
Within the "Historical Chronicle" near the back is a letter to the London Lord Mayor from the Congress at Philadelphia which is signed in type: John Hancock, President taking over half a column and includes: "...a cruel war has at length been opened against us, & whilst we prepare to defend ourselves...we still hope that the mediation of wise & good citizens will at length prevail & restore harmony & peace...", but of course this would not happen.
No other plates beyond the map are called for.
Complete in 48 pages, full title/contents page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate, 5 by 8 1/4 inches, minor binding slits at the blank spine, great condition.
Category: Revolutionary War
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