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The post Civil War Era...
The influence of newspapers???
573958
BETHLEHEM DAILY TIMES, Bethlehem, PA, dated in 1867 This is an original post-Civil War 19th century issues from Bethlehem, PA. *Editorial comment on the influence of newspapers
Page one has an interesting article on the influence of newspaper editors upon their readership. Additionally, the issue contains post-war/reconstruction era reporting and is loaded with period advertise... See More $28.00
The post Civil War Era...
August's "Special" Offering... (3 issues)
573947
(3 issues) BETHLEHEM DAILY TIMES, Bethlehem, PA, dated in 1867 This is a special offering for the month of August - a three issue set of original post-Civil War 19th century issues from Bethlehem, PA. Each issue contains a wealth of post-war/reconstruction era reporting and is loaded with period advertisements - including many wood-cut ads. Nice to have mid-19th century issues from wh... See More
$20.00
Death of General Garcia... End of Spanish - America War...
573415
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTIONAL, Atlanta, Georgia, December 12, 1898 The frontpage of the issue has "Garcia Dies Just As Cuba Is Freed" "Pneumonia Causes the Death of the Valiant Warrior" "Unconscious At The Last" "In His Dying Moments He Was Fighting Over the Battles of His Life for His Country" "Native of Island He Loved So Well" which also incl... See More
$160.00
Pirate Shenandoah... Jefferson Davis...
573399
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, July 28, 1865 The frontpage features "The Pirate Shenandoah - She is Operating in the Arctic Ocean - Eight Ships of Our whaling Fleet Destroyed - The Pirate Does Not Believe in Lee's Surrender". Other frontpage news is "Yale College - The Honors Bestowed Upon Her Fallen Heroes" this was during their 165th commencement. Page 4, under Washingto... See More
$42.00
Racing at Saratoga... Will of an Ex-Slave... Anti-Slavery Agitation...
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THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, August 9, 1865 The front page reports "Sports of the Turf - The Second Day of the Saratoga Meeting - The Coveted Bauble Won by the Horse Kentucky" which also includes a summary of the race. Page 3 has: "Death of an Ex-Slave at the Almshouse - His Will" which includes the will of Denison where he leaves all his worldly belongings to the person... See More
$46.00
Pirates... The Cable... Ford's Theatre... Shakers... Baseball...
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NEW-YORK TIMES, New York, August 19, 1865 The frontpage of this issue features a variety of reports including "The Lost Cable Again" referencing a lengthy report on the Atlantic cable; "The Pirate Shenandoah - Destruction of a Whaling Bark"; and the reporting of contract for Ford's Theatre being made fire-proof, a depository for the rebel archives. Page 2 has: "... See More
$48.00
Harvard Commencement... Baseball...
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THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, July 25, 1865 The entire front page of this issue features the coverage of "HARVARD" "Culmination of the Grand Commencement" with this also continuing to the back page. Some addresses were given by Gen. Mead, Gen. Barlow, Ralph Emerson, Gen. Force and others with poems delivered by Julia Ward Howe, Dr. Oliver Holmes and others. Page two repor... See More
$38.00
Torpedo Testing... Baseball...
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THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, July 1, 1865 The front page of this issue features a report "Interesting Torpedo Test - Distinguished Naval Officers Present" which is on "... showing the terribly destructive power of an implement of war which American genius has evolved during the rebellion -- the various specimens of percussion and submarine shells which have been extensi... See More
$44.00
Emancipation Proclamtion... Lincoln Monument... Baseball...
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THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, June 16, 1865 The frontpage of this issue has "The Emancipation Proclamation - Interesting Sketch of its History by the Artist, Carpenter" and "The Lincoln Monument - When Shall It be Erected?". Page 5 has: "Out-Door Sports" " Base Ball" "Philadelphia Vs. Brooklyn". The summary mentions "a bevy of the ... See More
$55.00
Great Thomas Nast Santa Claus Prints...
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HARPER'S WEEKLY December 24, 1881. Front full pg. Nast illus. of "Caught." (Santa Claus). Inside are two 1/4 pg. illus. of "Electric Railway at Berlin, Prussia" and "The Ring Theatre, Vienna, Recently Destroyed by Fire." Dblpgctrfld. by Nast entitled "Christmas Fancies - 'Don't You Wish You Wore Stockings?'." Two 1/4 pg. portraits of "The Hon. Frederick... See More
$229.00
North Carolina abolishing Slavery... Baseball...
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THE CIRCULAR, Mount Tom, New York, December 18, 1865 A weekly newspaper published by the Oneida community. Most of the content has religious or literary overtones, however the backpage reports "North Carolina has ratified the Constitutional Amendment abolishing slavery." Also on this same page is information on the division of The Order of Fenian Brotherhood of the United States. I... See More
$45.00
A.B. Frost illustrations... Joel Chandler Harris...
572839
5 leafs of A.B. Frost illustrations... SCRIBNER'S MAGAZINE, February, 1899 (print only) These are pages from the article entitled "The Chronicles of Aunt Minervy Ann" by Joel Chandler Harris and contains ten (10) illustrations by famed A. B. Frost. Mr. Harris is also the famed writer of the Uncle Remus and the basis for Walt Disney's Song of the South. PLEASE NOTE: This is note the... See More
$18.00
Small prints for framing...
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A set of 14 small prints... SCRIBNER'S MAGAZINE, February, 1899. This lot is comprised of 9 pages containing a total of 14 prints, some of which are on the reverse side of the page. The prints is in reference to an article relating to Robert Louis Stevenson and were in the issue from the above reference publication. These would make a nice framed grouping. The pages measure approximately 9.2... See More
$15.00
Seat of War map... Europe...
572491
EXTRA SUPPLEMENT TO THE ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS, July 15, 1876 (print only) This is a two-page map entitled "The Seat of War" which measures approximately 21 x 15.5 inches. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.$30.00
Map of Norfolk, UK...
572490
SUPPLEMENT TO THE PICTORIAL WORLD, November 25, 1876 (print only) This is a two-page map entitled "The 'Pictorial World' Map of Norfolk" which measures approximately 22.25 x 15.5 inches. This does contain a few small binding holes, otherwise is in good condition and suitable for framing.$30.00
Foldout of Ruins of Chicago...
572489
FRANK LESLIE'S ILLUSTRATED NEWSPAPER, New York, October 28, 1871 (print only) This is a fold-out print entitled "The Heart of Chicago In Ruins - Panoramic View of the Burnt District, Looking Eastward Toward the Lake" which measures approximately 30.75 x 11.25 inches. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing. PLEASE NOTE: The folder size provided is sized ... See More
$48.00
Illustration of maiden and children...
572485
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS - Extra Supplement, London, June 14, 1873 (print only) This is a double-page print entitled "A Lowland Lassie" which is of a maiden and two children. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.$22.00
Life-Boat Saving Illustration...
572482
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS - Extra Supplement, London, November 6, 1880 (print only) This is a double-page print entitled "Life-Boat Service on the Lincolnshire Coast: Throwing the Hand Rocket" which is of the rescuing of a life-saving at sea. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.$22.00
Ship Illustration...
572480
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS - Extra Supplement, London, December 8, 1877 (print only) This is a double-page print entitled "To The Rescue" which is of the rescuing of a sinking ship. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.$22.00
Broncho Bill...
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THE GRAPHIC, Chicago, Illinois,November 12, 1887 (print only) This is a single page print entitled "Red Shirt and Broncho Bill are Invited to Hunt by a Master of Hounds in Hertfordshire" which is comprised of 9 scenes. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.$22.00
Print on Mississippi....
572468
Every Saturday, Boston, Massachusetts, May 27, 1871 (print only) This is a single page print entitled "On the Mississippi, -- At Fort Jackson". This has very lite scattered foxing, otherwise is in very good condition and suitable for framing.$20.00
Color print from London....
572464
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS extra supplement, England, October 13, 1883 (print only) This is a single page colored print entitled "Capercailzie-Shooting" is of a bird hunter with his dog. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.$20.00
Color print from London....
572460
ILLUSTRATED LONDON NEWS extra supplement, England, May 19, 1888 (print only) This is a single page colored print entitled "Sunshine", from a painting by Alice Havers, is of a mother and daughter in a woods setting. This is in very good condition and suitable for framing.$20.00
Illustrated London News prints... California...
572456
Prints from Illustrated London News... a lot of 3 prints from Illustration London News issues. These are prints of views from Upper and Lower California. You simply cannot go wrong. All are suitable for framing and are in good condition.$22.00
Double-Page Woodcut prints...
572454
Woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly... a lot of 4 double-page woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly supplement "The New South" issues. If you are a reseller, or simply enjoy illustrations from this era, this lot is a perfect way to obtain many prints for a fraction of the cost of 1st-rate issues. There are no duplications. You simply cannot go wrong. All are suitable for framing, s... See More
$25.00
12 Woodcut prints...
572453
Woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly... a lot of 12 single page woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly issues. If you are a reseller, or simply enjoy illustrations from this era, this lot is a perfect way to obtain many prints for a fraction of the cost of 1st-rate issues. There are no duplications. You simply cannot go wrong. All are suitable for framing, some may contain very lite foxing and... See More
$25.00
12 Woodcut prints...
572452
Woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly... a lot of 12 single page woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly issues. If you are a reseller, or simply enjoy illustrations from this era, this lot is a perfect way to obtain many prints for a fraction of the cost of 1st-rate issues. There are no duplications. You simply cannot go wrong. All are suitable for framing, some may contain very lite foxing and... See More
$25.00
12 Woodcut prints...
572451
Woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly... a lot of 12 single page woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly issues. If you are a reseller, or simply enjoy illustrations from this era, this lot is a perfect way to obtain many prints for a fraction of the cost of 1st-rate issues. There are no duplications. You simply cannot go wrong. All are suitable for framing, some may contain very lite foxing and... See More
$25.00
Civil War prints... 15 prints...
572450
Civil War prints from Harper's Weekly... a lot of 15 single page woodcut prints from Harper's Weekly issues. If you are a reseller, or simply enjoy illustrations from this era, this lot is a perfect way to obtain many prints for a fraction of the cost of 1st-rate issues. There are no duplications. You simply cannot go wrong. All are suitable for framing, some may contain very lite foxing a... See More
$25.00
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
New Jersey Baseball Championship... Powdermill Explosion... Shipwreck...
572214
NEW YORK TIMES, New York, November 11, 1870 Page two contains the report of "BASE BALL" "The Contest for the New-Jersey Championship - The Elizabethan Ball Players the Victors" which was a match between the Resolute Club of Elizabeth and the Amateurs of Newark. "The games was very satisfactorily umpired by Mr. Chapman, and proved to be quite interesting at time... See More
$50.00
Fenian Movement... Wirz Trial... Negro Troops...
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NEW YORK TRIBUNE, New York, September 29, 1865 The frontpage of this issue contact coverage on "The Fenians" "Meeting of the Magistrates of Cork County - Priest Denouncing Fenianism" "...We understand that this society, which has been so extensively developed all over the country, became the subject of remark last Sunday from the pulpits of the several Catholic chape... See More
$34.00
Fenians... Slaver Ship... The Great West...
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NEW YORK TRIBUNE, New York, October 20, 1865 The frontpage of the issue features the headers "Europe" "Two Days Later News - The List of Rebel Bondholders - More Denials - Progress of the Fenial Trial - Reception of the New American Minister at Madrid - Capture of a a Slaver - Our Foreign Correspondence" with much reporting on the topics. Inside is a report "The Great West... See More
$29.00
Baseball... Letter from Mr. Lincoln...
572050
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, New York, dated September 26, 1865 Page 5 of the issue contains the "The Field - Base Ball" in which The Active of New York played Union of Morrisania and the final score was 32-10 with 13 runs scored in the 2nd inning. The front page also contains an article "Mr. Lincoln On Negro Suffrage" "He Favors Universal Suffrage" "A Lette... See More $38.00
Military Reconstruction Act in the Supreme Court...
571986
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, April 13, 1867 The front page begins the coverage of "MISSISSIPPI INJUNCTION CASE - The Constitutionality of the Military Reconstruction Act Contested in the Supreme Court" and then continues to the page 8 for a total text length of 5 1/2 columns. This is verbiage mostly between Mr. O'Conor, Mr. Sharkey and The Chief-Justice. Other news and advertiseme... See More
$28.00
Hat fashions... Pilots and piloting...
571985
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, November 7, 1874 The front cover of the issue "What We Are Coming to in the Way of Hats" is comprise of several illustrations of outlandish styles of dazzling heights! Inside contains halfpage illustrations "Scenes at the Democratic Re-Union of the Manhattan Club on Thursday Evening" and "Admiral Porter's Torpedo-Boat 'Alarm,' Now at the ... See More
$22.00
Early Fashion Designs... Butterick Publishing...
571983
THE DELINEATOR, New York, April, 1882 This publication features a subtitle of "A Monthly Magazine, Illustrating Metropolitan Fashions" and is published by The Butterick Publishing Co. This contains a large variety of designs for children, women, accessories, and the household for the latter 19th century and articles pertaining to the fashion. Also included are a lot of advertisemen... See More
$25.00
Travelers Insurance Advertisement... Much on the Fenians...
571914
HARTFORD DAILY COURANT, Hartford, Connecticut, June 2, 1866 The frontpage of this issue contains a very large block advertisement for TRAVELERS INSURANCE CO of Hartford, Conn. along with text explanations on Accident Insurance and coverage. Pages 2 and 3 contain several different reports pertaining to the Fenians, with activity occurring in Buffalo, Montreal, and Hartford. Other news of the ... See More
$46.00
Hampton Roads Naval Review...
571913
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, October 23, 1879 The front page of this issue features a political illustration "An Octopus Not in the Aquarium." The doublepage centerfold is comprised of several scenes "Grand Review of the North Atlantic and Training Squadron by the Secretary of the navy at Hampton Roads, VA., Last Week." The backpage features another political cartoo... See More
$36.00
Pennsylvania Mining Illustrations...
571909
THE DAILY GRAPHIC, New York, August 9, 1877 The front page of this issue features several illustrations pertaining to to "The Mining Troubles in Northern Pennsylvania." Inside the issue is a full page illustration "The Physician" and halfpage illustrations "Fashionable Novelties in Fans and Ornaments" and "Wreck of the Mail Steamer Mei Kong Near Cape Gardaf... See More
$33.00
Football photos... Teddy Roosevelt...
571879
THE ILLUSTRATED AMERICAN, New York, Dec. 9, 1898 The doublepage centerfold has ten: "Snapshots at Some of the Football Players Who have Made Gridiron History for 1898" (see). Near the back is a fullpg. ad for: "History of The Spanish War" which includes a photos of Teddy Roosevelt on horseback, as the colonel of the Rough Riders. Still with the original outer wrappers &am... See More
$32.00
Much on the life of Abraham Lincoln...
571863
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Aug. 10, 1865 Page 5 has two-thirds of the page taken up with: "Our Late President" "Life of Abraham Lincoln" with various subheads including: "Contributions to the Secret History of the War--Correspondence Preliminary to the Niagara Falls Peace Negotiations--Warning of the Organization of a Conspiracy to Assassinate Secretary Seward & Gen. Sh... See More
$36.00
Russian Treaty...
571855
NORTH AMERICAN & UNITED STATES GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 9, 1867 On the frontpage under "The Russian Treaty" are details about the region regarding Alaska.This also includes information on the climate, timber, animals, fish, minerals and inhabitants. Other news of the day and advertisements, some of which are illustrated are in the issue.This is compl... See More $32.00
Gold mining in Johannesburg... Book plates of women of the world...
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SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT, New York, February 22, 1896 The front cover of the issue contains a very large illustration "Mining at Johannesburg -- Natives on the Way to Their Work". Also in the issue is wonderful prints and article of "BOOK PLATES OF CELEBRATED WOMEN OF THE WORLD." which are fascinating prints of the engravings these women made famous. "The New P... See More
$36.00
Three color political prints...
571817
JUDGE magazine, New York, Jan. 5, 1889 Judge magazine was founded in 1881 by a group of artists, headed by James Albert Wales, who left the staff of the popular comic weekly Puck. The magazine featured bold satire and good political drawing with chromolithographic front and back covers and center spread.After a strong start, the magazine found itself struggling to compete with its very sim... See More $27.00
Three color political prints...
571816
JUDGE magazine, New York, Aug. 25, 1888 Judge magazine was founded in 1881 by a group of artists, headed by James Albert Wales, who left the staff of the popular comic weekly Puck. The magazine featured bold satire and good political drawing with chromolithographic front and back covers and center spread.After a strong start, the magazine found itself struggling to compete with its very si... See More $23.00