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The Treasury Department is created... Where will the federal capital be located? Knox is Secretary at War...
The Treasury Department is created... Where will the federal capital be located? Knox is Secretary at War...
Item # 703753
September 16, 1789
GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, Sept. 16, 1789 Certainly the most notable report is that found on the back page, where is printed in full: "An ACT to Establish the Treasury Department" taking nearly a full column, signed at its conclusion by the President: George Washington.
A very notable report on the creation of this significant department of the federal government. Terrific to have in this, the federalist newspaper from the nation's capital.
Most of pages 1 and 2 are taken up with some fascinating debates: "In the House of Representatives...on the Subject of Fixing the Permanent Seat of Government", a continued report. Interesting content on the pros & cons of various sites considered.
Page 2 also has reports of other work in Congress, carrying over to page 3
Page 3 has: "Additional Appointments Since Our Last" which includes at least one which is very notable: "The President of the United States has been pleased to nominate, and by and with the advice and consent of the Senate to appoint Gen. Henry Knox, Secretary at War..." and a few others as well.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Considered by many as the most significant newspaper of the 18th century, particularly during this, the formative year of the new federal government, as this paper was the mouthpiece of all matters political. Most pronouncements from Congress & the President were printed first in this newspaper.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
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