Very early, short-lived, colonial newspaper...

Item # 705186

September 06, 1753

THE INDEPENDENT REFLECTOR, New York, Sept. 6, 1753 This rare newspaper lasted for less than one year, publishing but 52 issues. Primarily moral and political essays, it gave offense to men in power and was "suppressed by authorities", as Brigham relates.
A fine opportunity to purchase at a reasonable price a very early issue--over 270 years old--by James Parker from the colonial press of New York. American titles from the 1750's are rarely found.
The entire issue is taken up with a lengthy essay: "A Defense of Ridicule".
Four pages, 6 3/4 by 10 3/4 inches, various foxing, good condition.