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573828   Unknown Title  (print only) circa 1855



PLEASE NOTE: The exact title and date of this lithograph is unknown. This is a tinted lithograph entitled "View of the Roan or Book Mountains".



The size is approximately 11.5 by 8.25 inches.



NOTED: This is showing "Lith. of Sarony, Major & Knapp. New York"

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Item from Catalog 176 (released for July, 2010).

When Abraham Lincoln was an unknown...
573601   NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., April 20, 1848  This newspaper contains on page 3 reports from the: "House of Representatives" which includes the results of a vote concerning the eligibility of a Representative from New York, showing under the "yeas" the name "Lincoln" inconspicuously listed among many others.

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Character of Bonaparte...
573579   CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, Connecticut, September 10, 1810  The front page of the issue features an article entitled "Character of BONAPARTE". The character of Bonaparte had recently been attacked and this article is "...introduced for the purpose of shewing the propriety of the epithets which he has applied to it, will be perused with interest as well as advantage." An... See More   $38.00
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Secret Message of the President...
573578   CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, Connecticut, August 13, 1810  The front page of the issue begins the reporting of secret message... "The following is given to the public as the celebrated secret message of President Jefferson, on the 6th of Dec. 1805, respecting our relations with Spain and France, concerning Louisiana. As one of the important documents of the Jeffersonian period, we have ... See More   $38.00
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Runaway Negroes... Anniversary Celebration... Land Sales, signed James K Polk...
573371   DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, July 10, 1845 Page three of this issue contains "Runaway Negroes" "A large gang of runaway negroes, from Charles county, Maryland, armed with clubs, scythes, &c., passed through the turnpike gate, two miles from this city, on the road leading to Rockville, on Tuesday morning, about one o'clock... When the armed citizens overtook the negr... See More   $45.00
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With original outer wrappers...
573033   THE CONNECTICUT EVANGELICAL MAGAZINE, Hartford, April, 1801 A religious magazine from the earliest part of the 19th century, most notably desired because it is untrimmed as issued and still contains the original, blue/green outer wrappers--rare as such. As would be expected, the content within is mostly religious in nature. Measures 5 1/2 by 9 inches approximately with 42 pages. Some loss to the b... See More   $29.00
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Gen. Jackson's Funeral... Masonic notice...
573029   DAILY NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, June 27, 1845 Page three of this issue contains "Funeral Honors in Memory of Gen. Jackson" "The first Funeral Procession in honor of the memory of Ex-President Jackson took place at New York on Tuesday.We learn from the newspapers of that city that, although the day was intensively hot, the streets were thronged with a immense concourse of p... See More   $46.00
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Lt. Magruder and Lt. Lee... Thanksgiving Proclamation...
573005   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, October 22, 1836  Within the issue is "The Army" report which contains the names of Lt. Magruder and Lt. Lee showing being assigned to Special Duty. Also within the issue is "Governor Everett has appointed Thursday, the first of December next, as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise in the State of Massachusetts." and principal part... See More   $28.00
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Maine Boundary... Henry Clay... USS Constitution...
572998   NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, March 16, 1839  Within the issue is an article "Maine Boundary" which is the "Official papers on the Maine Border Subject' which is over three pages in length. This deals with the disputed territory between Maine and New Brunswick. The front page features "Mr. Clay's Speech on Abolition Petitions" in which he made a corre... See More   $32.00
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Five newspapers from 1810-1811, great condition...
572975   CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford. A group of five newspapers dated July 16, Nov. 5, 1810 and April 29, Sept. 15, Feb. 10, 1811 . Each issue is complete in four pages, is in excellent condition with a wealth of varied news reports and ads of the day. A nice group of issues from the early part of the 19th century, just prior to the War of 1812. $27.00
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Battle of Lake Erie...
572972  
THE WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, September 25, 1813

 

* Battle of Lake Erie

* Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry



An inside page has content From Lake Erie which includes a dispatch from Commodore Perry to the Secretary of the Navy (dated September 10, 1813, 4 P.M.) mentioning a signal victory against the British on Lake Erie, stating that the enemy squadron ..."have at this moment su
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Marbury v. Madison... speech by Gouverneur Morris...
572891   BALANCE & COLUMBIAN REPOSITORY, Hudson, New York, March 8, 1803  On an inside page under “Columbian Eloquence” is the “Speech Of Mr. Gouverneur Morris, In the Senate of the United States, Feb. 3, on the report of the Committee to whom was referred the Memorial of the Judges of the Courts of the United States.” Morris is considered one of the most eloquent speakers ... See More   $25.00
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Presidential Candidates... 1820 Census...
572890   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, January 26, 1822. Inside the issue is a report "Next President"... "Pretty work for eight dollars a day!" This article is approximately one full page and includes the names of the those put forth as candidates. The front page and another page inside the issue is reporting on "The Census". Other news of the government and of... See More   $24.00
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The Mint... Frigate Constellation...
572889   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, January 31, 1835. Inside the issue is a report "Operations of the Mint United States - 1834" which is signed in type: ANDREW JACKSON. This report includes the coinage count and a statement of the amount of gold produced annually from the gold region of the United States during the last decade. Also is a reporting of a letter ordering that the ... See More   $32.00
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First use of Locomotive Power on Railway...
572888   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, November 20, 1830. Inside this issue is a lengthy  article, comprising of four pages, on the first use of locomotive power on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. Other news of the government and of day are within the issue as well. This is complete in 16 pages measuring approximately  9-1/2 x 6 inch paper, slight foxing, otherwise in nice co... See More   $25.00
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Proclamation for Fasting and Prayer...
572754   NEW_ENGLAND PALLADIUM, Boston, Massachusetts, dated February 21, 1804.  The front page has a Proclamation for a "Day of Public Fasting and Prayer", signed in block type, Caleb Strong (Governor of Mass).  Other news of the day and period advertising are also present.  IComplete in 4 pages and in good condition (See images for details on condition and additional content).... See More   $55.00
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Proclamation for Thanksiiving to Almighty God...
572691   NEW-HAMPSHIRE PATRIOT, Concord, New Hampshire, dated October 15, 1816  Page 3 has a nice Proclamation from the Governor of New Hampshire, William Plumer, for a day of Thanksgiving, signed, "William Plumer".  The issue also contains much news of the day and period advertsing.  Some of the reports include:  "Massacre in Ireland", "The Next President"... See More   $60.00
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A Revoltutionary Patriot...
The death of Dr. William Hale...
572687   NATIONAL INTELLIGENCER, Washington, D.C., October 19, 1854 



* Death of Dr. William Hale



Page 3 has a brief report, "Death of a Revolutionary War Patriot", which states in part, "One of the few remaining participants in the American Revolution closed his career last week...".  The article goes on to mention that at as a medical student, at the age of 15, he join... See More  
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Pioneers crossing the plains...
572663   Exact date and title unknown, circa 1869 (print only)  This print is entitled "Emigrants Crossing the Plains". This measures approximately 10.75 x 7.5 inches, does have a bit of lite staining in the margin area, otherwise is in good condition. $12.00
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Item from Catalog 177 (released for August, 2010).

Martin Van Buren's annual address to the nation...
572619   NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 28, 1839  Being so close to the nation's capital it is not surprising that much of the content in this issue is on politics of the day, including a wealth of reporting from Congress. The prime feature would be the complete and lengthy text of the annual state-of-the-union address of President Martin Van Buren. The address takes over 4 page and is sign... See More   $28.00
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Proclamation for Humiliation, Thanksgiving, and Prayer...
572483   DUNLAP'S AMERICAN DAILY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, PA, dated December 7, 1793  Page 4 has a Proclamation by Thomas Mifflin, the Governor of Pennsylvania, for a Day of Humiliation, Thanksgiving, and Prayer (see images), as an expression to "Almighty God... [who] put an end to the grievous calamity, that recently afflicted the city of Philadelphia...".  The issue is complete in 4 ... See More   $60.00
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Alexander Hamilton's death... Aaron Burr...
Review of Jefferson's Administration...
572474   FARMER"S MUSEUM, or LITERARY GAZETTE, Walpole, New Hampshire, dated August 4, 1804  While page one has part VI. of a "Review of Jefferson's Administration", and page 2 has a reprint of a wonderful letter written re: Washington and his administration, the most noteworthy content is a page 3 article re: the death of Hamilton which includes a bit of prose dedicated to him (see ima... See More   $75.00
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re: Alexander Hamilton's death...
572473   FARMER"S MUSEUM, or LITERARY GAZETTE, Walpole, New Hampshire, dated August 18, 1804  This issue contains much regarding Alexander Hamilton, including the reprint of a 1798 letter from George Washington to John Adams, describing Hamilton's character.  Page 3 has a heart-felt statement from Harry Croswell* re: the death of Hamilton (see images).  Page 4 also has commentary from t... See More   $120.00
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The death of Alexander Hamilton...
His will, funeral oration, particulars of death...
572471   FARMER"S MUSEUM, or LITERARY GAZETTE, Walpole, New Hampshire, dated July 28, 1804  This issue has all three desired key elements re: the death of Alexander Hamilton:  His will, the funeral oration, and particulars of his death.  The issue is complete in 4 pages, has scattered foxing, and although there is scattered light inking, most (if not all) of the key content is legible ... See More   $425.00
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George Washington... estate auction...
Jefferson... Callender...
572470   FARMER"S MUSEUM, or LITERARY GAZETTE, Walpole, New Hampshire, dated August 3, 1802   A page 2 report that some of the paintings owned by George Washington will be offered at a sale at Mount Vernon.  Page two also contains extracts of Callender's "Prospect Before Us".  Additional coverage has a message from "A Poor Man" re: Jefferson's poor handling of t... See More   $55.00
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Jefferson and Callender...
572467   FARMER"S MUSEUM, or LITERARY GAZETTE, Walpole, New Hampshire, dated September 14, 1802  Nearly two columns of page 4 is dedicated to Jefferson and Callender # 5 (see images).  The issue is complete in 4 pages, and has staining (as shown).



Other content includes:  "Another Duel", "navy Officers", a note regarding the purchase of the "Biography of Wash... See More  
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Thomas Paine...
572459   FARMER"S MUSEUM, or LITERARY GAZETTE, Walpole, New Hampshire, dated November 23, 1802 Page two has, "Maryland - The noted Thomas Paine arrived here...", with additional details re: his arrival and commentary on his character.  The article is lightly inked in places (see images).  A page three article states, "It is said that Paine has been arrested by an Irish gentlem... See More   $25.00
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Item from Catalog 177 (released for August, 2010).

The Star Spangled Banner... In a Baltimore newspaper...
572436   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Feb. 24, 1816  In additional to the regular 16 page issue, this being the last issue in the volume it also contains an"Addendum To Volume IX"  and the more lengthy "Supplement To Volume The Ninth" which comprises 192 pages of a wide range of noteworthy material which did not find room in the regular issues for the six months ending F... See More   $235.00
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Item from Catalog 177 (released for August, 2010).

Much on the desperate situation in Texas... The Fanning Massacre...
572435   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, April 30, 1836  This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States...Devoted primarily to politics...considered an important source for the history of the period."... See More   $137.00
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From the South with slave sale ads...
572432   NEW ORLEANS DAILY CRESCENT, Louisiana, July 22, 1857  Page 3 is entirely filled with hundreds of advertisements, and among them are at least two for the sale of slaves, headed: "Foster's Slave Depot...he keeps constantly on hand and for sale mechanics, field hands, cooks, washers...Also buys and sells SLAVES on commission...large three story building to the use of Slaves, has made it the... See More   $44.00
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Variety lot of newspapers...
572348   A popular was to assemble a variety of titles at a low price. We will give you ten different American newspapers ranging from 1820 to 1899 (no pulp issues) in average condition with good reading. A wealth of varied issues for under $2.50 each. A great set for a great price.  The image shown is representative of the look and condition of the issues you will receive.  Actual issues vary.... See More   $24.95
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Independence of South America... Thomas Paine... Masonic...
572222   THE COLUMBIAN (FOR THE COUNTRY), New York, June 9, 1810  Page two carries the report "SPANISH AMERICA - DECLARED INDEPENDENT" The report begins "It has pleased Almighty God to grant to every country alike the natural right of its own sovereignty...AND WE ARE DETERMINED NO LONGER TO SUBMIT TO THE DOMINATION OF ANY EUROPEAN OR FOREIGN POWER WHATEVER...We the Spanish provinces in ... See More   $72.00
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College reports...
572213   THE INDEPENDENT, New York, October 4, 1849  Page three of this issue contains a headline "College Record" which presents the reports on the colleges such as Columbia, North Carolina University, Lewisburg University, Jackson College, Franklin College, Dartmouth, Madison, Lafayette, Burlington College, Yale, William and Mary, Georgetown, Rutgers and others. Other news, events and adve... See More   $38.00
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Jews, commotion in Europe... Colored citizen in Connecticut...
572183   THE INDEPENDENT, New York, September 27, 1849  Page three of this issue contains a headline "The Jews" "One effect of the late (1) commotions in Europe has been to produce a great change both in the political and the mental condition of the Jews. They have been relieved from a vast load of cruel oppression by several governments and their minds have been much more accessible to... See More   $38.00
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Mr. Webster's dictionary... College reporting...
572130   THE INDEPENDENT, New York, October 25, 1849  Page three of this issue contains a headline "College" in which it contains reports on numerous colleges such as Harvard, Madison University, Hamilton, Auburn, Princeton, Madison College, William and University of Virginia.  Also on this same page under a heading "Literary" relating to the Webster's Dictionary "...This... See More   $28.00
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The "real" story on the creation of the Bowie knife...
572090   NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, September 29, 1838



A fascinating article appears on an inside page, titled: "The Bowie Knife", written by Jim Bowie's brother and signed in type: R. P. Bowie. He wrote this article to set the record straight on how and why the weapon was created by his brother, as several critical comments were made by another writer which he felt compelled to resp... See More  
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Item from Catalog 177 (released for August, 2010).

President Monroe's annual address to the nation...
572016   COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Nov. 22, 1820  taking half of the front page is the: "Message" of President James Monroe, being his annual state-of-the-union address, signed by him in type: James Monroe. Four page, other news of the day and a wealth of ads, very nice condition. $35.00
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Madison's state-of-the-union address...
572015   CONNECTICUT MIRROR, Hartford, Dec. 10, 1810  Over half of page 2 is taken up with the: "President's Message" signed in type: James Madison. This was his annual state-of-the-union address from not long before the outbreak of the War of 1812.  Other news of the day and various ads. Four pages, bit of fold foxing, nice condition. $34.00
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Item from Catalog 177 (released for August, 2010).

Martin Van Buren's annual address to the nation...
572011   NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 28, 1839  Being so close to the nation's capital it is not surprising that much of the content in this issue is on politics of the day, including a wealth of reporting from Congress. The prime feature would be the complete and lengthy text of the annual state-of-the-union address of President Martin Van Buren. The address takes over 4 page and is sign... See More   $28.00
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Item from Catalog 177 (released for August, 2010).

Martin Van Buren's annual address to the nation...
572009   NILES' NATIONAL REGISTER, Baltimore, Dec. 28, 1839  Being so close to the nation's capital it is not surprising that much of the content in this issue is on politics of the day, including a wealth of reporting from Congress. The prime feature would be the complete and lengthy text of the annual state-of-the-union address of President Martin Van Buren. The address takes over 4 page and is sign... See More   $28.00
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Gerrit Smith... Gen. Lafayette...
571987   COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Massachusetts, September 7, 1825  Page two contains "Genera Lafayette" and that numerous arrangements were being made in Washington for his visit. The previous day was his birthday and he had dined with The President. Another article on General Lafayette includes other activities including visiting Mount Vernon.  Also on this page is an article "... See More   $30.00
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"Coloured" folks not permitted... maybe later...
571979   AURORA GENERAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 12, 1802 



* Negroes not allowed to attend, maybe later 

* Early 19th century original 



Page 3 has a notice about a benefit performance for the Benevolent Society by Mr. Rannie, to include "...Ventriloquism, Imitations, deceptions, experiments, Wire Dancing, &c.", plus other details.



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Dated in 1804...
Turn of the 19th century Boston...
571956   BOSTON GAZETTE, Massachusetts, 1804  An authentic issue of this famous title dated in the year 1804.  Woodcut prints of ships, period advertising, and political reporting are common.  A great issue to have if desiring to gain a snap-shot view of 1804 from one of the most prominent cities and cultural hubs of early America.



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Michigan creates a constitution: a step towards statehood...
571945   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, July 18, 1835  This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States...Devoted primarily to politics...considered an important source for the history of... See More   $38.00
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Item from Catalog 177 (released for August, 2010).

Michigan creates a constitution: a step towards statehood...
571944   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, July 18, 1835  This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States...Devoted primarily to politics...considered an important source for the history of... See More   $38.00
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Death of LaFayette... New Jewish synagogue...
571941   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, June 21, 1834 This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States...Devoted primarily to politics...considered an important source for the history of the ... See More   $56.00
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Item from Catalog 177 (released for August, 2010).

Death of LaFayette... New Jewish synagogue...
571940   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, June 21, 1834 This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States...Devoted primarily to politics...considered an important source for the history of the ... See More   $55.00
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President Andrew Jackson's state-of-the-union address...
571938   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, December 11, 1830 This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States...Devoted primarily to politics...considered an important source for the history of t... See More   $29.00
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Davy Crockett as a member of Congress...
571936   NILES' WEEKLY REGISTER, Baltimore, Maryland, January 9, 1830  This small size newspaper began in 1811 and was a prime source for national political news of the first half of the19th century. As noted in Wikipedia, this title: "...(was) one of the most widely-circulated magazines in the United States...Devoted primarily to politics...considered an important source for the history ... See More   $31.00
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Illuminati... Dartmouth commencement...
College of New Jersey (Princeton) rebuilding...
571934   NEW-ENGLAND MERCURY AND PALLADIUM, Boston, Sept. 3, 1802 A pg. 2 item says: We are happy to learn that the College of New Jersey (Princeton) is rapidly rebuilding. All the beams and joists in the house are laid, the roof is on in part....it is expected...it will be ready...in November. Other news of the day: "Commencement of Dartmouth College" "Damage By Lightning", interesting... See More   $60.00
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