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Reporting the repeal of the Stamp Act...



Item # 703955

September 06, 1766

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 6, 1766  Pages `1 and 2 have 2 1/2 columns taken up with content which is on the repeal of the Stamp Act. It begins with a: "Speech of his Excellency William Franklin...Governor...of New Jersey". It includes a notable mention: "...It gives me great satisfaction that I have it now in my power to communicate to you an Act for the Repeal of that statute, and to present you with y sincere congratulations on the happy termination of this most important affair..." and much more.
This is followed by two responses to Franklin's speech.
Eight pages, 8 1/4 by 11 inches, nice condition.

Item from our most recent catalog - #364, released for March, 2026

Category: The 1600's and 1700's