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* 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
* Pelican print
* Jamaica Earthquakes
A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having beg
* A poem to Benjamin Franklin
* Mention of his lightning rod
Near the back of the issue is a poem titled: "To Benjamin Franklin, Esq., of Philadelphia, on his Experiments and Discoveries in Electricity" (see photos for full text).
At the bottom of the poem are two footnotes, one reading: "By the application ... See More $66.00
* Very early George Washington
* America Colonies
Inside has the continuation of an Account of the Encroachments made by the French on the British Settlements in America. In the account are the various measures taken by British to prevent the encroachments, including an expedition led by George Washington, who is mentioned three ti
* Very early George Washington
* America Colonies
Inside has the continuation of an Account of the Encroachments made by the French on the British Settlements in America. In the account are the various measures taken by British to prevent the encroachments, including an expedition led by George Washington, who is mentioned t
* George Washington featured in the French & Indian War, when he was 22 years old
* Very early for this future 1st president
A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was ... See More $265.00
* The Albany Congress for the Union of America's Colonies
Inside under America is a July 29 report from New York about the famous Albany Congress stating that on the 16 instant the lieutenant-governor arrived from Albany ...having settled matters to the entire satisfaction of all the nations of Indians that attended the congress at that place... See More $68.00
* Early Mention of George Washington
A very nice magazine from the late 18th century with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.
Ther... See More $220.00
* Early George Washington (23 yrs. old)
* French & Indian War original
* Battle of Lake George
This issue begins with a lengthy extract from
* View of the Incroachments of the French in America...
which chronicles events of the war, mentioning that in 1754 "...a body of 1100 French and Indians attacked Major Washington, commander of... See More $110.00
* Very early George Washington mention
* French and Indian War
The first article in the issue is: "A Compendious View of the Encroachments of the French in America, & of the Importance of the American Colonies to Great Britain..." which takes over 3 pages, chronicling events of the war & mentioning t... See More $140.00
* 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
* 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
* 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
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, April, 1759 (w/ 2 maps and shells plate)
* Death of composer George Frederick Handel
* George Washington in the French & Indian War
* Two early foldout maps
Near the back is an inconspicuous yet quite significant report on the death of famed composer George Frederick Handel, reading: "Geo. Fred. Handel, Esq; a great musician. He was born in
* Death of George Frederic Handel...
* Early George Washington... French & Indian War...
Near the back is an inconspicuous yet quite significant report on the death of famed composer George Frederick Handel, reading: "Geo. Fred. Handel, Esq; a great musician. He was born... See More $120.00
* Death of George Frederic Handel...
* Early George Washington... French & Indian War...
Near the back is an inconspicuous yet quite significant report on the death of famed composer George Frederick Handel, reading: "Geo. Fred. Handel, Esq; a great musician. He was born i... See More $140.00
* Early George Washington
* Music composer George F. Handel death
* Map of Toulon
Near the back is an inconspicuous yet quite significant report on the death of famed composer George Frederick Handel, reading:
* Geo. Fred. Handel, Esq; a great musician. He was born in Germany in 1685, and had been in England 50 yea... See More $135.00
* Death of Handel (music composer)
* Very early George Washington
* Pre Revolutionary War era
The front page has a "musically significant" report reading: "By the death of Mr. Handel, who died at his house in Brook Street, Grosvenor-Square, on Saturday last (and not before) a considerable pension rever... See More $190.00
Much of pg. 2 is taken up with an account of ... See More $1,000.00
* 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
* * 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
* 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
* From shortly after it was sold by Ben Franklin
The front page contains an Act from the Penna. Assembly for a lottery for
* ...erecting a house of worship in the borough of Lancaster for the use of the Presbyterian Congregation...
Page 2 contains various reports from London, as well as from Annapolis, Philadelphia,... See More $175.00
* Benjamin Franklin on the Stamp Act repeal
* Protest against repealing the Stamp Act
A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits.This was the first periodical to use the word "magazin... See More $72.00
* Nice colonial newspaper
The entire front page is taken up with various advertisements, including four runaway "Reward" ads.
Page 2 has news from Madrid and London, as well as datelines from Charlestown (Charleston), South Carolina, Philadelphia and New York. The Charleston content includes mention of troubles with the Creek... See More $235.00
Among the front page ads is one reading: "TO BE SOLD, A Likely Negroe Wench, about 43 Years of Age, can wash, iron, cook, and do any Kind of Housework. "
Page 2 n... See More $258.00
* 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
* 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
* 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
* Ben Franklin's "A Magic Square of Squares" plate
* Pre revolutionary war original
A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits.This was the first periodical to use the wor... See More $255.00
* Ben Franklin's "A Magic Square of Squares" plate
* Pre revolutionary war original
A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits.This was the first periodical to use the word... See More $255.00
* John Dickinson
* John Hancock
Contents include an "Address to the Americans by the Author of the Farmer's Letters" being the famed John Dickinson & which contains some terrific text, beginning: "In the great & important question now before us, my countrymen, a question on which the liberty or bondage, th
* John Hancock
* Samuel Adams
* Pre revolutionary war original from the enemy
Inside under "America" is a report stating the John Hancock, Samuel Adams & two others were elected by the "Freeholders" to represent them in the "General Court or Assembly".
Under "Ireland" is word that: "...Cap... See More $45.00
* Rare mention of the Boston Massacre
* Captain Thomas Preston
* John Hancock
Page 2 has a report headed "America" with an item from Boston which includes:
* ...are to meet at Faneuil Hall...that certain letters...relative to the horrid massacre on the 5th of March last...so that such further steps may be taken...to counteract th... See More $90.00
* Rare Paul Revere masthead engraving issue
* Pre revolutionary war era
The masthead of this issue was engraved by Paul Revere. The engraving features Columbia releasing a bird from a cage, with a view of Boston in the background. Content includes an extract of a letter from London on page 2 that says:
&qu... See More $530.00
* Boston Massacre Defendants Plead Not Guilty
The top of pg. 2 has a report datelined: "Boston, New-England, September 6" which reads: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldiers and others who were indicted for the murder committed in King Street, on the evening of the 5th of March last, were arraigned at the bar of the Superi
THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, Nov., 1770 (the last issue for this date within our inventory). The top of pg. 2 has a report datelined: "Boston, New-England, September 6" which reads: "Last Friday Capt. Preston, with the soldiers and others who were indicted for the murder committed in King Street, on the evening of the 5th of March last, were arraigned at the bar of the Su
... See More $88.00* 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.
Hal... See More $110.00
* Colonial Boston, Massachusetts original
The front page has a letter: "To the Worthy Liverymen of the City of London" which includes:
* ...the numerous violations of our liberties by a series of unprincipled Ministers...I assisted in forming the Society of the Bill of Rights for t... See More $179.00
A report which begins: "Came on to be heard before the Privy Coun... See More $83.00
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, Sept. 24, 1774 Page 2 has a letter from Williamsburg, Virginia, noting: "This day the commissioners on behalf of this colony to attend the General Congress at Philadelphia tghe 5th of next month, were appointed by ballot & are as follows..." with the list, which includes Richard Henry Lee, George Washington, Patrick Henry among others (see). This
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