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One of the earliest Pennsylvania newspapers...
549042
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 13, 1735
* Very rare early 18th century America newspaper
* One of the earliest to be had
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.
This is a great issue from the premier city of the colonies at that ti
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$2,235.00
* Very rare early 18th century America newspaper
* One of the earliest to be had
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.
This is a great issue from the premier city of the colonies at that ti
Creating the colony of Georgia...
549043
THE AMERICAN WEEKLY MERCURY, Philadelphia, December 23, 1735Not only is this an exceedingly early newspaper from the colonies, but the front page contains a very historic report relating to the very founding of the colony of Georgia (see photo), which reads: "Yesterday the Sum of 200 l. was paid into the Bank of England on account of the Trustees for establishing the Colony of Georg... See More $2,300.00
Colonial New York court document from 1750...
564622
A single sheet document from the "Supreme Court...Province of New York at the city Hall of the City of New York...the twenty fifth day of October, one thousand seven hundred and fifty." This concerns a case between John Owen and Samuel Burling in: "...the matters in controversy...to be referred to the arbitration and official determination...any three of them shall..make report ther... See More
$140.00
Early, short-lived, colonial newspaper...
554151
THE INDEPENDENT REFLECTOR, New York, November 1, 1753* Very rare title
* Colonial New York original
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.
As noted in a book published exclusively about this periodical, this was ... See More $188.00
Handsome & very early colonial newspaper...
549700
THE NEW-YORK GAZETTE; OR THE WEEKLY POST-BOY, December 10, 1753* Rare title
* Colonial New York
This is an uncommonly early issue from before the French & Indian War with a very decorative masthead (see photos) making it nice for display. Only rarely do we have the opportunity to offer pre-1760 American newspapers.
The entire front page is taken up with: "An Historical Enquiry ... See More $630.00
Rare & early from the colonies during the French & Indian War...
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THE NEW-YORK MERCURY, May 31, 1756 Newspapers from colonial America dated before the 1760's are becoming extremely rare. This is a very nice issue from the midst of the French & Indian War with pages 2 and 3 having some nice war-related content, most of which can be seen in the photos as it is too much to describe here. The front page has an item noting: "...the utmost indignation... See More $448.00
Printed by Benjamin Franklin...
539048
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, March 17, 1757* Original Ben Franklin colonial newspaper
* Famous title
A quite early colonial newspaper published by none other than the world famous Benjamin Franklin, although the "advertising leaf" which appeared with this issue, and upon which was the imprint of "B. Franklin", is not here as it was typically not... See More $375.00
From colonial Pennsylvania...
554188
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, PA, June 16, 1757 * The famous Benjamin Franklin newspaper
* Chance to buy at a minimal price
A quite early colonial newspaper published by none other than the world famous Benjamin Franklin, although the "advertising leaf" which appeared with this issue, and upon which was the imprint of "B. Franklin", is not ... See More $380.00
Printed by Benjamin Franklin... Surrender of Fort Oswego...
555769
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, PA, November 25, 1756 * Original Benjamin Franklin printed newspaper
* Colonial Pennsylvania
* Surrender of Fort Oswego
A quite early colonial newspaper published by none other than the world famous Benjamin Franklin, although the "advertising leaf" which appeared with this issue, and upon which was the imprint o... See More $425.00
Printed by Benjamin Franklin...
553667
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated January 3, 1760 Most of the ftpg. is taken up with a very lengthy: "Lists of Letters Remaining in the Post Office at Philadelphia" providing great evidence of family names living in the vicinity as the names are listed along with the towns of residence (see for portions).Much of pg. 2 is taken up with an account of ... See More $1,000.00
Printed by Benjamin Franklin...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, June 17, 1762 * Rare Benjamin Benjamin Franklin imprint newspaper
This is perhaps one of the most famous newspapers of the colonial era, almost entirely because it was printed by Benjamin Franklin, as indicated by the imprint at the bottom of the bkpg. which lists him by name, and identifies him as the Postmaster as well: "Printed by B. FRANKLIN... See More $2,000.00
Philadelphia newspaper with the Benjamin Franklin imprint...
549703
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated August 9, 1764* * Rare Benjamin Franklin imprint newspaper
Certainly among the more desired newspapers of the 18th century are any which carry the desired imprint: "Printed by B. FRANKLIN, Post-Master...". This one does (see photos).
The front page has an article: "A Well-Wisher to America" (see). Pg. 2... See More $920.00
From the Tax Stamp era...
550858
THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated September 19, 1765* Colonial Philadelphia PA original
* Tax stamp era
* 18th century original
Over the half of the front page is taken up with a letter which begins:
* In this time of public complaint, when the genius of America seems to droop her head under the weighty load imposed upon us by... See More $340.00
Colonial newspaper once published by Ben Franklin...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia PA, August 7, 1766* Published by Ben Franklin
* Colonial newspaper
The front page includes an address of the Pennsylvania General Assembly to the British Parliament.
Page 2 has reports from numerous cities in Europe, plus a brief note from Boston: "Thursday last was observed here as a Day of General Thanksgiving for the Repeal... See More $190.00
Nice issue from colonial Pennsylvania...
549048
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 12, 1767* Rare colonial issue
* 17th century original
Over half of the front page is taken up with a fascinating letter headed, "The Effects of Habitual Misery, Exemplified in the Life of a Disabled Soldier."
Other interesting, period tidbits on page 2 with pages 3 & 4 taken up entirely with advertisements--wh... See More $200.00
Concerning paper money in colonial America...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Apr. 23, 1767 Pages 2 & 3 contain a letter from England which begins: "I am informed that the ministry do not intend to take into consideration the supplying the colonies with a paper currency unless strongly urged to it by the American merchants..." with much more, including such comments: "...address of the New York Assembly...made
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$260.00
* 1st child born in Philadelphia death
* Pre Revolutionary War original
* William Penn mention
Page 2 has an interesting report about the death of the first child born in Philadelphia, reading in part:
* At Kennet, in Chester County, the 5th instant, died JOHN KEY, in the 85th year of his Age, and the next ... See More $240.00
Female jury...
1767 Colonial Pennsylvania...
550862
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Aug. 13, 1767
* Newspaper once owned and published by Ben Franklin !
This newspaper was one of the most successful and famous of its day, made so by none other then Benjamin Franklin. Franklin purchased the newspaper in 1728 and turned it into a very successful enterprise, his name last appearing on the imprint just two years prior to the date
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$235.00
* Newspaper once owned and published by Ben Franklin !
This newspaper was one of the most successful and famous of its day, made so by none other then Benjamin Franklin. Franklin purchased the newspaper in 1728 and turned it into a very successful enterprise, his name last appearing on the imprint just two years prior to the date
Creating the hated Townshend Acts...
554270
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, August 20, 1767* Creating the hated Townshend Acts
* Colonial Pennsylvania original
This newspaper was published by Benjamin Franklin for many years, his famous imprint appearing in issues through 1765. The imprint of this issue reads: "Printed by David Hall and William Sellers...".
Page 2 has various news reports from bot... See More $390.00
Georgia "crackers" in colonial America...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Phila., Sept. 10, 1767 A pg. 2 report under "Charlestown" talks about a "gang of villains" from Virginia and North Carolina involved in horse rustling, mentioning that the gang has increased to about 200 and that they are "..more formidable...and more audacious, and cruel in their thefts and outrages." Says they have a strong oper
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$220.00
A very nice colonial Pennsylvania newspaper...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia PA, October 29, 1767* Rare Colonial original
This is the famous paper once owned & published by Ben Franklin. His name appeared in the imprint until just two years previous to this date.
The front page has various news items from Europe plus ads & notices. The very bottom has a notice: "To be Hired on very easy terms, either by the week o... See More $185.00
COLONIAL NEW HAMPSHIRE...
545012
THE NEW-HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE, AND HISTORICAL CHRONICLE, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, December 18, 1767* Colonial New Hampshire
Newspapers from colonial New Hampshire are exceedingly rare and therefore quite desirable among collectors.
Here is such a title from the city of Portsmouth that has an ornate engraving in the masthead.
Content includes a fascinating ftpg. narrative from the sole... See More $564.00
From 1768 ... travelling to the upper Mississippi...
554396
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, February 22, 1768 * Early Mississippi River travel
* Colonial era original
Inside under "Boston" is a "Copy of a letter from Jonathan Carver at Michillmackinac, to his wife at Montague, Sept. 24, 1767." Carver begins his letter by stating that he spent the previous winter among the "...Naudoussee of the Plains, a roving na... See More $136.00
Colonial Pennsylvania...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL; AND THE WEEKLY ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, March 10, 1768
* Rare colonial title
* Pre revolutionary war
* Great masthead engraving
A lengthy discourse containing such comments as: "To deny that the parliament of Great-Britain have any right to dispose of our acquired property, and at the same to assert their power to restrain our natural li
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$315.00
* Rare colonial title
* Pre revolutionary war
* Great masthead engraving
A lengthy discourse containing such comments as: "To deny that the parliament of Great-Britain have any right to dispose of our acquired property, and at the same to assert their power to restrain our natural li
Colonial Philadelphia...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Phila., Nov. 10, 1768 Notable title once published by Benjamin Franklin, page 2 has an address from the "Subscribers and Members of His Majestys Council of the Province of Massachusetts to General Gage" which discusses their thoughts about state of the colony, mentioning in part: "In this Time of public Distress...when the Metropolis is possessed by T
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$232.00
Colonial Pennsylvania...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Nov. 17, 1768 A famous colonial title once published by Benjamin Franklin, this issue contains a report on page 2 stating that two officials, a regiment captain and others unknown were charged with advising: "...several Negroe Slaves in the Town to beat, abuse and cut their Masters Throats, promising them as a Reward...to make them free... plus wo
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$237.00
A handsome colonial newspaper...
565139
NEW YORK JOURNAL OR THE GENERAL ADVERTISER, Jan. 19, 1769 A handsome coat-of-arms engraving is featured in the masthead. A ftpg. report from Boston notes: "...vessel from Salem...having a cask of sugar on board...supposed had not been properly cleared out, was seized by one of the Custom House officers, who brought a number of Soldiers! to assists...she was soon released. It is very ext... See More
$215.00
PETITION TO THE KING... taxation and representation...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, January 30, 1769 * Petition to the King...
* Taxation... Joseph Galloway...
The front page has an address: "To the King's Most Excellent Majesty, The Petition of the Representatives of the Freemen of the Province of Pennsylvania in General Assembly met..."
The address s... See More $225.00
Hoping to repeal the Acts of Parliament...
549051
PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia PA, February 27, 1769 The front page has: "A modern Poem On Liberty, translated from the Original Prosa-metro-bombast of Rusticus".The poem begins: "Ye Sons of Liberty Attend! To you the Skies in pity send A Bard, who, in the nick of time, stands forth to vindicate, in rhyme, Your life, your liberty and fame...... See More $210.00
Colonial Pennsylvania...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 17, 1769* Colonial Pennsylvania original
* 18th century America
Inside has the lengthy conclusion of the "Case of Great-Britain and America, addressed to the King, and both Houses Of Parliament", which begins: "In order that taxation and representation may not be united, in America, the ... See More $178.00
America struggles with the British...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE & UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Philadelphia, May 29, 1769 * Pre Revolutionary War tensions with British
* Rare American title
The handsome masthead features an engraving of the Pennsylvania coat-of-arms.
The entire front page is a continued speech in the House of Commons "...in Favour of America..." which carries over to page 2 &... See More $155.00
1769 A look into the future...
545232
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 12, 1769* Traveling in the future?
* Piracy
* Colonial Pennsylvania original
Nearly half of the front page is taken up with a fascinating article headed:
* Remarks which is supposed will be made in this kingdom, by two North American travellers in the year 1944.
Inside has a brief report of a trial for "...trying ... See More $147.00
Boston Massacre... British soldiers arraigned...
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GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, Boston, November, 1770 * The Boston Massacre
* British soldiers arraigned
A report on the second page datelined "Boston, New-England, September 6" says: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldeiers...who were indicted for the murder committed in Kingstreet, on...the 5th of March last were arraigned at the...Superior Court... and...... See More $95.00
VERY Rare 1772 COLONIAL AMERICA Boston MA
545234
MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE, AND THE BOSTON POST-BOY AND ADVERTISER, Aug. 24, 1772 A ftpg. report from "Williamsburg" has details about a man struck and killed by lightening which also melted his shoe and knee buckles as well as two coins in his pocket. He and the others traveling with him also had their clothes scorched by the lightening. An extract of a letter from Norfolk says: "All th... See More
$294.00
Colonial Philadelphia, just a few years before the Revolutionary War...
549055
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 28, 1772* Colonial America original
* Pre revolutionary war
Page 2 has an interesting letter that discusses the support and opposition to the Leather Act stating in part that: "Some were...against it, averring that it answered no good purpose, but to the Officer, who receives his pence for stamping the Leather. Others in Su... See More $206.00
Colonial newspaper once published by Benjamin Franklin...
561330
THE PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Philadelphia, February 24, 1773 * Rare Colonial issue
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
* Post Benjamin Franklin
A famous colonial newspaper from this troubling year in relations with England, less than two years after the Boston Massacre and less than ten months before the Boston Tea Party. This title was published by Benjamin Franklin prior to 1766.
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Colonial Pennsylvania...
565306
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, Philadelphia, May 31, 1773 I have always considered this to be one of the more ornate mastheads of the colonial era, however this issue is damaged. There are several cutouts affecting the front leaf, including a piece from the masthead. The back leaf is unaffected. Offered as a damaged issue.
$49.00
Colonial Boston with front page "Slaves" ad...
550244
THE BOSTON EVENING-POST, July 5, 1773* Rare Colonial Boston, Massachusetts
* Slave ad
Two-thirds of the front page is taken up with various political reports, plus a column of ads, one of which is headed: "Slaves" and reading: "Any persons who have healthy Slaves to dispose of, Male or Female, that have been some years in the country, of 25 years of age ... See More $167.00
Ads... 18th Century... Colonial Extra...
553491
SUPPLEMENT TO THE BOSTON EVENING-POST, July 19, 1773 * Rare 18th century colonial extra
* Pre revolutionary war original
This is a single sheet "extra" of this title, entirely taken up with ads and notices (see). 9 by 14 1/2 inches and in very nice condition. $90.00
Colonial Boston...
541642
THE MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE & THE BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated July 22, 1773 * Rare colonial America issue
The front page has an: "Extract of a Letter from Cherry Valley...for propagating the Gospel among the Heathen Nations...".
Page 3 has a lengthy report concerning the life & death of Thomas Hubbard (see for portions).
Page 2 a... See More $165.00
Colonial Boston...
549056
THE MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE & BOSTON WEEKLY NEWS-LETTER, MA, August 26, 1773
* Pre Revolutionary War - Pre Boston Tea Party
* Early Southern slaves arrive - Charleston
This newspaper was printed in Boston less than four
months before the Boston Tea Party. Page 2 has a report on the number of slaves imported into Charleston, South Carolina, and noting where they were from
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$230.00
* Pre Revolutionary War - Pre Boston Tea Party
* Early Southern slaves arrive - Charleston
This newspaper was printed in Boston less than four
months before the Boston Tea Party. Page 2 has a report on the number of slaves imported into Charleston, South Carolina, and noting where they were from
Curious little "newspaper"...
557130
MANIFESTES DE MARCHANDISES D'ENTREE DANA LE PORT DE MARSEILLE, (France), November 3, 1773 * Curious little "newspaper"
* Pre revolutionary era from France
This is a very curious little newspaper, loosely translated to: "Manifest of Good Imported at the Port of Marseille".
Totally in French, four pages but printed on just page 1 and a portion of page 2, measure... See More $21.00
From Boston in 1774...
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THE BOSTON-EVENING POST, Massachusetts, October 31, 1774* Benjamin Lincoln
* Pre revolutionary war original
On page 2 under "Provincial Congress" dated October 26, 1774, is a detailed resolve that begins: "Whereas in Consequence of the present unhappy Disputes between Great Britain and the Colonies, a formidable Body of Troops with warlike Preparations of Every sort, are...... See More $195.00
John Hancock... Just before the Revolutionary War...
550956
THE CONNECTICUT JOURNAL & NEW HAVEN POST-BOY, December 14, 1774* Pre revolutionary war tensions
* John Hancock
* Rare title
A very rare title from this pre-Revolutionary War era. The front page has results of town meetings at Wallingford and Derby, Connecticut. They are followed by a report from the Boston Gazette which tells of the troubling relationship with England (see), a portion... See More $220.00
Adams and Hancock signature... Eve of the Revolutionary War...
554186
MASSACHUSETTS GAZETTE; AND THE BOSTON POST-BOY AND ADVERTISER, from Boston, Massachusetts, dated January 2, 1775* Eve of the Revolutionary War
* Nice masthead engraving for display
* Rare title
Here is an issue from just a few months before the start of the Revolutionary War. The front page has a lengthy address "To the Inhabitants of the Province of Massachusetts Bay" that disc... See More $310.00
Preparing for the Revolution...
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THE BOSTON EVENING-POST, dated January 9, 1775* Revolutionary War about to start
* Rare title - Colonial Boston
The masthead of this title features an engraving of a heart surrounded by decorative embellishments.
A pg. 3 report from "Boston" says, in part:
* All the Provincial Assemblies that have met since the continental Congress, have full approved and adopted the Measu... See More $285.00
Supporting the Continental Congress...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, January 31, 1775 * Continental Congress support
* Rare Colonial Pennsylvania original
This is issue number 4 of the famous title which would become the very first American newspaper to print the Declaration of Independence, in its July 6, 1776 issue.
Pages 1 and 2 are taken up with proceedings of the Pennsylvania conventio... See More $278.00
Will stand against tyranny & oppression...
549058
THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 18, 1775 Dated exactly 2 months before the battle of Lexington & Concord and an early issue of this newspaper, being volume one, issue 12. The back page has an interesting letter concerning relations with England, which mentions in part:
* ...we can assure you, from the knowledge we have of the sentiments of the ... See More $270.00
John Hancock sees a need to prepare for war...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 2, 1775.
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
* John Hancock "prepare for war"
All of the ftpg. & most of pg. 2 are taken up with: "From Brydone's tour through Sicily and Malta, Letter XXI" with a Palermo dateline. Pg. 3 has a nice item from the Provincial Congress in Cambridge dated Feb. 15 and signed in type by: John Hancock, Preside
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$320.00
* Pre Revolutionary War tensions
* John Hancock "prepare for war"
All of the ftpg. & most of pg. 2 are taken up with: "From Brydone's tour through Sicily and Malta, Letter XXI" with a Palermo dateline. Pg. 3 has a nice item from the Provincial Congress in Cambridge dated Feb. 15 and signed in type by: John Hancock, Preside
Pleading for Relief in America...
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THE PENNSYLVANIA EVENING POST, Philadelphia, March 18, 1775.
* Relief Needed in America
* Relief Needed in America
* Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The entire front page is taken up with a letter from General Lee in which he pleads for some relief on the troubling situation between England & America, the text including in part: "...it is the cause of Great Britain as well as of America; it is
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$230.00