Slavery in Georgia?... Fire in Charleston...
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THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, January, 1741
* Early 18th century British magazine
* Should slavery be allowed in Georgia?
* Horrible fire burns down Charleston, South Carolina
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 begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.
One of the articles is titled: "The Petition of the Inhabitants of New Inverness to Gen. Oglethorpe, Jan. 3, 1739" with the text beginning:
"We are informated that our neighbours of Savannah have petitioned your Excellency for the Liberty of having Slaves..." with the text explaining why doing so would be dangerous, noted in 5 points (see photos).
Among the other articles noted in the table of contents are:
* The Bill Itrnoductory to Slavery--Bad Effects of it with Regard to the Merchants"
* Prosperity of Freemen and Slaves Different & to be differently Promoted"
* "Disadvantages of the Present Methods of Manning the Fleet"
* "Difference between a Freeman and a Slave"
* "Characteristicks of the Female Sex"
* a continued article on the "Life of Sir Francis Drake" including text on his death (see photos)
There is much reporting on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited.
Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronical" with news from England & other parts of Europe as well as a heading: "Plantation Affairs" which includes: "A Letter from Charles-Town [Charleston] in South Carolina" which tells of a disastrous fire there, noting: "...In short, from one of the most flourishing towns in America, Charles-Town is at once, in five hours time, reduced in a manner to ashes..." (see photos for portions).
Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.
There are no maps or plates called for in this issue.
* Early 18th century British magazine
* Should slavery be allowed in Georgia?
* Horrible fire burns down Charleston, South Carolina
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 begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.
One of the articles is titled: "The Petition of the Inhabitants of New Inverness to Gen. Oglethorpe, Jan. 3, 1739" with the text beginning:
"We are informated that our neighbours of Savannah have petitioned your Excellency for the Liberty of having Slaves..." with the text explaining why doing so would be dangerous, noted in 5 points (see photos).
Among the other articles noted in the table of contents are:
* The Bill Itrnoductory to Slavery--Bad Effects of it with Regard to the Merchants"
* Prosperity of Freemen and Slaves Different & to be differently Promoted"
* "Disadvantages of the Present Methods of Manning the Fleet"
* "Difference between a Freeman and a Slave"
* "Characteristicks of the Female Sex"
* a continued article on the "Life of Sir Francis Drake" including text on his death (see photos)
There is much reporting on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited.
Near the back is a section headed: "Historical Chronical" with news from England & other parts of Europe as well as a heading: "Plantation Affairs" which includes: "A Letter from Charles-Town [Charleston] in South Carolina" which tells of a disastrous fire there, noting: "...In short, from one of the most flourishing towns in America, Charles-Town is at once, in five hours time, reduced in a manner to ashes..." (see photos for portions).
Complete in 56 pgs. with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures about 5 by 8 inches, very nice condition.
There are no maps or plates called for in this issue.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
