Newspapers from the 1700s

The eighteenth century saw the heyday of the Age of Reason, and the rising popularity and increased distribution of newspapers played a key role in deepening and expanding public discourse. We carry only absolutely authentic original newspapers, and there's no better way to discover the history of the 1700s than to hold a newspaper from that century in your own hands.

Newspapers from the 1700s

The eighteenth century saw the heyday of the Age of Reason, and the rising popularity and increased distribution of newspapers played a key role in deepening and expanding public discourse. We carry only absolutely authentic original newspapers, and there's no better way to discover the history of the 1700s than to hold a newspaper from that century in your own hands.
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711258

18th century Philadelphia...

Item #711258

November 21, 1797

GENERAL AURORA ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Nov. 21, 1797



* Rare 18th century American publication



Eighteenth century American publications are somewhat scarce. The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time while the District of Columbia was under construction. Contains news of the day with several advertisements.

Four pages, foxing sport on the first leaf, minor margin we... See More  

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$39.00
711090

From the American Revolutionary War era...

Item #711090

June 01, 1779

THE LONDON EVENING POST, June 1, 1779



* American Revolutionary War era

* 18th century - from The Enemy




Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.

I could find no "meaty" references to the Revolutionary War in this iss... See More  

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$48.00
710955

Rare political cartoon on America... Continental Association...

Item #710955
THE TOWN & COUNTRY MAGAZINE, London, Dec., 1774  A focus is a full page political cartoon concerning America, as such items ae rarely found in periodicals of the day.

The heading of the cartoon is: "American In Flames" and the facing page has descriptive text on it. It reads in part: "...it will lead to point out the chief actors in the American tragedy...The three mo... See More  

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$425.00
710667

A handsome, 18th century displayable 1794 newspaper...

Item #710667

January 30, 1794

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Jan. 30, 1794



* Nice 18th century American publication



A handsome issue for display given the decorative masthead. Various news reports of the day with a number of advertisements on the back page, some illustrated.

Four pages, a little light damp staining, minor margin wear, generally in nice condition.... See More  

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$35.00
710260

Over 295 years old...

Item #710260

October 18, 1729

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Oct. 18, 1729



* 18th Century original

* Over 295 years old



This newspaper is 296 years old. Various news from London and other parts of Europe, with interesting advertisements as well.

This title is the oldest continuously published daily newspaper in the world which began in 1665 and is still in existence today. Complete with 4 pages, measuring about
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$30.00
710254

Early newspaper from 1746 Amsterdam...

Item #710254

July 05, 1746

LES ETATS DE HOLLANDE [The States of Holland], July 5, 1746 



* Rare 18th century title

* Nice masthead




An interesting, little newspaper from this Dutch city, printed in French, featuring an engraving in the middle of the masthead. At the back is the: "Suite Des Nouvelles d' Amsterdam" which would seem to be a supplemental sheet.

Six pages, 6 1/4 by 8 1/4 inches, never-tr... See More  

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710250

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1700...

Item #710250

November 11, 1700

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, Nov. 11, 1700



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* From the turn of the 18th century

* Unique gift idea




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the ... See More  

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710010

One of the earliest newspapers from the colonies...

Item #710010

May 15, 1735

THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, May 15, 1735 



* Among the earliest of American newspapers

* Very early & rare colonial publication




As any serious collector of newspapers knows, it is exceedingly difficult to find any colonial American newspapers from before 1760, let alone an issue from 1735. It began in 1719 and only published through 1749. It was the very first newspa... See More  

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708399

Five British newspapers from the 1760's - 1790's...

Item #708399
* Pre and post American Revolutionary War era

* Great, unique gift idea for that history buff




(5) An interesting & unique lot of five British newspapers, containing all different titles from the 18th century. They span the 1760's thru the 1790's and include at least one from each decade. Some have red ink stamps (partial or otherwise, see images). Certainly a one-of-a-kind grouping... See More  

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$82.00
708303

Washington to be dictator of America for life?

Item #708303

July 07, 1789

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 7, 1789  Page 4 has an: "Extract of a Letter From New York" which begins: "His Excellency General Washington, our new congressional President, and perhaps I might add Dictator of America for life, gave a very sumptuous entertainment on Thursday the 4th inst. on account of the recovery of his Majesty the King of Great Britain..." with mor... See More  

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707388

From the temporary capital of the United States...

Item #707388

February 01, 1797

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Feb. 1, 1797 



* Uncommon 18th century American publication



The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time, while the District of Columbia was under construction.

The front page is filled with advertisements including several illustrated ship ads. Also on the ftpg. is a notice for: "Proposals For C... See More  

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$45.00
707318

From the American Revolutionary War era...

Item #707318

June 08, 1779

THE LONDON EVENING POST, June 8, 1779



* American Revolutionary War era

* 18th century - from The Enemy




Newspapers from England during the time of the Revolutionary War are always interesting as they give a sense as to life at that time and what political discussions were the "hot topic" of the day.

I could find no "meaty" references to the Revolutionary War in this iss... See More  

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707236

Rare 18th century title... Alexander Hamilton...

Item #707236

January 15, 1798

THE TIME-PIECE & LITERARY COMPANION, New York, Jan. 15, 1798  



* Very rare 18th century title

* American Editor Philip Freneau

* Short-lived publication

* Letter to Alexander Hamilton




A quite rare title by Philip Freneau which lasted from March 13, 1797 to August 30, 1798.

Page 2 has a letter to: "Alexander Hamilton, Esq." signed in type: Isaac Governeur. Pa
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707212

Two letters signed in script type by George Washington...

Item #707212

January 16, 1796

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Jan. 16, 1796 



* Two letters signed in script by President George Washington



Page 2 has a letter from the President to Congress signed in script type: Go. Washington. Also on pg. 2 is a letter from the French to Washington, with his reply also signed in script type: Go. Washington.

This title was one of very few which used script type for the President,... See More  

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707011

Five issue lot from before the Revolutionary War...

Item #707011

August 16, 1766

(5) THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, A group of five issues dated June 17, 1758, July 22, 1760, April 5, 1768, June 2, 1772 and March 17, 1772. A nice little group lot providing a flavor of life in England from the period when tensions were growing with its American colonies. 

Each issue is complete in 8 pages, 8 by 11 inches, perhaps minor rubbing & foxing to some, generally in very nice ... See More  

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706942

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...

Item #706942

July 24, 1701

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, July 24, 1701



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* At the turn of the 18th century - unique gift idea




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17t... See More  

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$32.00
706755

Samuel Webster's 1777 sermon...

Great and notable sermon on chasing the British out of America...

Item #706755

May 28, 1777

Pamphlet: "A SERMON Preached before the Honorable COUNCIL, and the Honorable House of Representatives, of the state of Massachusetts-Bay, in New-England. At BOSTON, May 28, 1777. Being the anniversary for the election of the Honorable Council. By Samuel Webster, A.M. Pastor of a church in Salisbury." 

Printed at Boston, by Edes and Gill, M,DCC,LXXVII [1777].

Complete in 44 pa
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706665

Map of Italy... Comets...

Item #706665
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1742 



* 18th century map of Italy

* Comets with diagram




Perhaps the best item in this issue is the very nice full page: "Map of Italy" which shows the various borders of the states at that time, including Tuscany, Naples, Ecclesiastical State, Milan, Savoy, Venice, and more. Also included with the maps are Corsica, Sardini
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706488

Genuine London Gazette newspaper from 1701...

Item #706488

June 30, 1701

THE LONDON GAZETTE, England, June 30, 1701



* Among the earliest of English language newspapers to be had

* At the turn of the 18th century




This is the world's oldest continually published English language newspaper, having begun in 1665 and is still printing in London to this day. And this is a very early, genuine issue. As was the case with most newspapers of the 17th century, this is ... See More  

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706403

A title rarely offered...

Item #706403

May 13, 1732

THE UNIVERSAL SPECTATOR & WEEKLY JOURNAL, London, May 13, 1732



* Rare 18th century publication



An early and uncommon title from England. Although the news is mostly European there are two bits from America: "Col. Phipps, a native of, and resident in New England, is appointed Lieutenant Governor of the province of the Massachusetts Bay..." with the decease of Jonathan Belcher. A... See More  

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706390

Account of Louis XVI's attorney in the latter days...

Item #706390

October 11, 1797

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR WORCESTER GAZETTE, Oct. 11, 1797 



* Last moments of King Louis XVI of France

* French Guillotine execution in 1793




The front page has an interesting report prefaced with: "The following particulars respecting the last moments of Louis XVI are extracted from...papers of the respectable but unfortunate Malescherees, one of the three counsel who assi... See More  

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706379

Reflecting upon the war in America...

Item #706379

December 13, 1781

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Dec. 13, 1781 



* Revolutionary War Era

* 18th century

* From The Enemy




The front page has 2 columns taken up with a letter: "To the People of Great Britain" much of which comments on the situation in America and the Revolutionary War.

Nearly 4 pages of reports from the "House of Commons" also include some discussion of the American ... See More  

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705912

See the displayable front page from the 18th century...

Item #705912

November 10, 1720

THE POST-BOY, London, Nov. 10, 1720 



* Nice masthead engravings

* Early 18th century original




One of my favorite 18th century newspapers with the two nice engravings in the masthead, plus the very decorative first letter in the text (see). Various European reports.

Single sheet, about 8 1/2 by 14 1/8 inches in nice displayable condition.... See More  

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705371

Ten London newspapers from the 1790's...

Item #705371

May 04, 1795

(10) THE SUN and THE TIMES were two of the more famous & successful of British newspapers in the late 18th century. The Times remains one of the iconic papers of the world, having begun in 1788 and is still printing today. It was the first newspaper to have "Times" in the title, since lending its name to innumerable newspapers on both sides of the Atlantic.

Here is a lot of ten issu... See More  

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705067

From the temporary capital of the United States...

Item #705067

February 02, 1797

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & PHILADELPHIA DAILY ADVERTISER, Feb. 2, 1797 



* Uncommon 18th century American publication



The capital of the United States was in Philadelphia at this time, while the District of Columbia was under construction.

The front page is filled with advertisements including several illustrated ship ads. Also on the ftpg. is a notice headed: "Treasury Dep... See More  

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705064

A descriptive letter from Fort Wayne...

Item #705064

April 22, 1795

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR THE WORCESTER GAZETTE, April 22, 1795 



* Nice 18th century American publication

* From George Washington's administration era




Page 3 has a: "...letter from an officer in the Western Army to his father, dated Fort Wayne..." which has nice content concerning the area and relations with the Indians there.

Four pages, nice condition.... See More  

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705041

Map of Maastricht, The Netherlands... Battle of Val Lauffeld)...

Item #705041
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, July, 1747 (with map)



* Battle of Lauffeld (also Maastricht, or Val)

* Map of Maastricht, The Netherlands

* Coal mine fires




A nice feature is a foldout map titled: "A Plan of Maestricht, with the Adjacent Villages where the Battle was fought June 21...", which is in The Netherlands. The map shows considerable details - folding out to measure ... See More  

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704984

One of the more decorative mastheads of the 18th century...

Item #704984

December 03, 1795

INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Boston, Dec. 3, 1795



* Nice masthead engraving

* 18th century America




If you are looking for a handsome American newspaper of the 1700's which is displayable & priced reasonably, this is one of the best. This title features one of the more decorative mastheads of the era.

Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margins, some tiny binding... See More  

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704881

The first successful magazine in the country...

Item #704881

March 10, 1744

THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, (Boston), March 10, 1743,4  (year noted as such as it was 1743 or 1744 depending on which calendar was used).

This was the very first successful magazine in America, preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short years.

As the subtitle reads: "Containing Accounts of t... See More  

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704880

The first successful magazine in the country...

Item #704880

May 07, 1743

THE CHRISTIAN HISTORY, (Boston), May 7, 1743  This was the first successful magazine in America although formatted unlike typical magazines. It was exclusively a chronicle of the Great Awakening in America, exclusively of secular news reports. It was preceded by just a few magazines which lasted but a couple of issues--one of which was by Ben Franklin. Even this title lasted but a few short y... See More  

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704855

Nice newspaper from Washington's administration...

Item #704855

October 22, 1796

THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Oct. 22, 1796 



* During George Washington's administration



A very typical late 18th century American newspaper with a good mix of news reports of the day and advertisements.

The back page has nearly 2 columns taken up with a notice from the Treasury Dept. headed: "Lands of the United States". This concerns the sale of land:... See More  

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704826

From Amsterdam in 1746...

Item #704826

May 20, 1746

LES ESTATS DE HOLLANDE, Amsterdam, May 20, 1746   



* Rare 18th century title

* Nice masthead




An uncommon title from Europe, having a nice engraving in the middle of the masthead and a decorative first initial on the ftpg. (see photos).  Written in French, with news reports from St. Petersburg, Stockholm, Paris, and elsewhere. Attached at the back is a single sheet "Suite... See More  

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704775

Washington responds to an address from the Virginia Assembly...

Item #704775

May 01, 1790

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, May 1, 1790 Page 2 has much reporting from "Congress--House of Representatives" on the proposition for assuming the state debts.

Pages 2 & 3 contain an address: "To George Washington, President of the United States" from the General Assembly of Virginia, which is followed by his lengthy response signed in type: G. Washington.

Four p... See More  

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704602

First lottery in America... Electricity experiments...

Item #704602
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, April, 1745  A feature of this issue is a terrific, three page graphic representation of the: "Situation of his Majesty's Fleet & the Combined fleets of France and Spain in the Mediterranean...when Adm. Mathews made the Signal to engage the enemy..." showing the various positions of the ships (see photos). This is highly unus
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704597

Great dislike of the Jay Treaty (designed by Alexander Hamilton) with England...

Item #704597

July 29, 1795

THOMAS'S MASSACHUSETTS SPY OR THE WORCESTER GAZETTE, July 29, 1795 



* 18th century America

* re. John Jay Treaty




Almost all of the front page is taken up with critical articles on the controversial Jay Treaty with England, designed by Alexander Hamilton, headed: "Candid Remarks on the Treaty of Amity & Commerce Between Great Britain and the United States of America". ... See More  

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704528

Two Acts of Congress signed by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams...

Item #704528

April 02, 1791

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, Philadelphia, April 2, 1791  The front page has reporting on: "The Bank Bill under Consideration".

The back page has two Acts of Congress headed with an engraving of a heraldic eagle, each signed in block type by: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams. The back page also has an ad by: "Manuel Noah, Broker..." a noted Jewish fina... See More  

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704525

George Washington, Ben Franklin, & Alexander Hamilton...

Item #704525

July 21, 1790

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES, New York, July 21, 1790  Page 2 has a nice Act of Congress headed with an engraving of a heraldic eagle & signed in type by the president: George Washington, as well as by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

Page 3 has an item headed: "Portrait of the President" done by Mr. Trumbull. The back page has an article titled: "The Whistle--A True Story... See More  

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704521

The HMS Bounty prepares for its fateful trip... A slave ship burns...

Item #704521

August 28, 1787

THE LONDON CHRONICLE, Aug. 28, 1787  The back page has an inconspicuous report noting "The ship which has been engaged by the Admiralty to make a voyage to the Society Islands for the bread-fruit which is to be transported to our West India settlement, is now completely equipped at Deptford..." with a bit more.

This was the HMS Bounty, under the command of Lieut. Bligh, which depar... See More  

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704507

Sam Adams issues a Proclamation...

Item #704507

June 29, 1795

INDEPENDENT CHRONICLE, Boston, June 29, 1795  Page 2 has a "Proclamation" signed in type by the governor: Samuel Adams.

Four pages, very handsome masthead, never-trimmed margins, small binding holes at the blank spine, great condition.

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704506

Federal news from this temporary seat of government...

Item #704506

April 24, 1794

GAZETTE OF THE UNITED STATES & EVENING ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, April 24, 1794  Given that Phila. was the temporary capital of the United States while the District of Columbia was under construction, it is nice this issue has reports from Congress during this early year of the federal government.

Complete in 4 pages, never-trimmed margin, great condition.

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704503

The brutality of Capt. Hugh Pigot...

Item #704503

August 31, 1796

THE HERALD; A GAZETTE FOR THE COUNTRY, New York, Aug. 31, 1796  The front page has an interesting article by the notorious Captain Hugh Pigot of the British Navy, concerning cruelty towards

Americans. Within a year his reputation for brutality would provide his men to mutiny, one of the bloodiest in the history of the Royal Navy, causing the death of Pigot and 9 of his officers.

Page 2 has ... See More  

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704502

Signed by Washington & Jefferson...

Item #704502

May 08, 1793

COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, May 8, 1793  The top of the first column has: "An Act for the Relief of Simeon Thayer" by the U.S. Congress, signed in type by the President: Go. WASHINGTON as well by the Secretary of State: Th. Jefferson.

Four pages, very nice condition.

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704499

Sign up to join Washington in the military...

Item #704499

July 30, 1798

FEDERAL GAZETTE & BALTIMORE DAILY ADVERTISER, July 30, 1798   Page 2 an address to the President from the people of Caroline County, Maryland, followed by his response signed: John Adams. And then another letter to him from Rockingham County, North Carolina, with his response also signed: John Adams.

Also a great recruiting letter headed: "Gen. Washington Commands!! Hark! the Drum B... See More  

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704440

London from 1799...

Item #704440

January 01, 1799

THE SUN, London, England, 1799  A fine issue of a typical late 18th century newspaper, the top of the masthead con containing a decorative, red-inked tax stamp. Much news of the day and ads as well.

Four pages, good condition. 

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704435

The great Philadelphia State House print...

Item #704435
GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, September, 1752  Despite the 48 pages of text within this issue the prime content is certainly the full page plate captioned: "A View of the State House in Philadelphia" which would later be known as Independence Hall.

This is a print of this famous building 24 years before it would become much more famous. It is one of the earliest prints of ... See More  

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704434

Ben Franklin the weatherman: an early landmark work on meteorology...

Item #704434

July 06, 1767

THE LONDON MAGAZINE, England, October, 1766  Inside has four pages taken up with a paper written by Ben Franklin, read by him at the Royal Society in London in 1756. It was not put to print until 1765.

The essay is headed: "Physical and Meteorological Observations, Conjectures, and Suppositions, by Benjamin Franklin, L.L.D. and F.T.S. Read before the Royal Society June 3, 1756"... See More  

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704432

The publisher was jailed for what he printed...

Item #704432
THE NORTH BRITON, London, July 14, 1770  This was a radical newspaper from the 18th century, very much associated with the name John Wilkes. Wilkes published the issues #1 thru 46 (this is issue #172).

Issue number 45 (April 23, 1763) is the most famous issue of the paper. It criticized a royal speech in which King George III praised the Treaty of Paris ending the Seven Years' War. Wilke... See More  

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$26.00
704431

A short-lived 18th century title...

Item #704431

March 03, 1752

THE ADVENTURER, London, England, March 3, 1753  An uncommon, essay-format bi-weekly newspaper addressed specifically to men, containing six pages & lasting only for 17 months from 1752 to 1753. This is issue #34.

While each issue varies, common contributors included John Hawkesworth and Samuel Johnson.

A decorative embellishment at the top of the front page. 

Six pa... See More  

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704430

It satirized the vices & follies of the fashionable...

Item #704430

February 01, 1753

THE WORLD, London, England, Feb. 1, 1753  This is an interesting, six page newspaper that only existed for four years. It's focus was satirizing the vices and follies of the fashionable world rather than reporting the news of the day. 

Six pages, 7 by 11 inches, very light damp stain to an upper corner, nice condition.

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704429

Short-lived newspaper with an interesting title...

Item #704429

June 03, 1709

THE BRITISH APOLLO, OR CURIOUS AMUSEMENTS FOR THE INGENIOUS and subtitled: "To Which are Added the Most Material Occurrences Foreign and Domestick". Published in London, and "Perform'd by a Society of Gentlemen" as noted in the masthead June 3, 1709.

This newspaper existed for less than 4 years. Readers were invited to send in questions on any subject whatsoever, and the e... See More  

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