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The most influential political cartoon in the history of America, the ”JOIN, or DIE” severed rattlesnake designed by Benjamin Franklin and published in his ”Pennsylvania Gazette” on 9 May 1754. This incredibly scarce newspaper is the very first printing of the ”JOIN, or DIE” cartoon, and the only known copy apart from one other housed in the permanent collection at the Library of Congress.
Four page newspaper (without advertising) measures 9.75” x approximately 15”, with an irregularly trimmed top edge. Expert restoration to head of snake, and light uniform toning, consistent with age. Newspaper has been well-preserved, in very good to near fine condition. One of the most important newspapers in America’s colonial history and a cornerstone of her philosophical underpinnings. Sold for $50,000.
1843 Force Declaration of Independence From Original Copper Plate — Beautiful Copy
1843 Force Declaration of Independence from the original copper plate by William Stone, one of the earliest copies of the Declaration of Independence. In 1823, Congress authorized the production of facsimile copies of the Declaration of Independence for two reasons: the original was deteriorating rapidly and many of the aging original Signers sought copies. John Quincy Adams, then Secretary of State, oversaw the project and commissioned noted engraver William J. Stone to reproduce the document. Stone used a new Wet-Ink transfer process to create a copper plate from which facsimile copies were made. By wetting the original document, some of the original ink was transferred to the copperplate, which was then used for printing. Stone printed 201 copies on vellum, keeping one copy for himself (now residing in the Smithsonian) and distributing other copies to Thomas Jefferson, President James Monroe, members of Congress, surviving original Signers, various colleges and universities, and others. Of the original 201 copies, only 31 examples are currently known to exist, 19 of which are permanently housed in museums. In 1843, Peter Force used the original Stone copperplate to print additional copies of the Declaration of Independence on rice paper for inclusion in his book, ”American Archives”. Congress authorized up to 1,500 copies of the book to be printed, and while the actual number of copies printed is unknown, it’s generally estimated at 500. The Stone and Force copies represent an irony: certainly, they allowed additional people and institutions to obtain an identical facsimile of this most beloved of all historic American documents, but Stone’s Wet-Ink transfer process contributed to the deterioration of the original signed copy of the Declaration. The parchment did not respond well to water, with the unfortunate result being that the original Declaration of Independence, on display in our nation’s capitol, is in a rather sad state of preservation. This Force Declaration measures approximately 24.75” x 29.5” on rice paper. Folded for its original purpose of inclusion in Force’s book. A very good to near fine copy except for archival tape repairs on verso, and some creasing to front. The paper quality is very good, without as much brittleness as we usually see. A visually stunning example of one of America’s most beloved documents. Sold for $21,963.
The activities of the Continental Congress for the watershed year of 1776 are recorded comprehensively here in this first edition, first printing of ”Journals of Congress Containing The Proceedings In The Year, 1776.” Published by Order of Congress, by Robert Aitken: Philadelphia: 1777. This is one of just 532 copies which were printed in 1776, with substantially less than that available today, and is complete with the original printing of the Declaration of Independence on pages 241-246. According to text upon the title page, these records of the nation’s fledgling government were taken directly from the minutes of the Continental Congress. In addition to the Declaration of Independence, this volume chronicles the preparation for the Revolutionary War, as well as Richard Henry Lee’s 15 May proposal of independence. The book reads as a diary, with each day’s activities noted, including letters from ”General Washington” and resolutions such as one from 14 August 1776, in part, ”…his British majesty, in order to destroy our freedom and happiness has commenced against us a cruel and unprovoked war; and unable to engage Briton’s sufficient to execute his sanguinary measures has applied for aid to foreign princes, who are in the habit of selling the blood of their people for money…” Volume runs 512pp. plus index and measures 5.5” x 8.5”. Deckled-edge leaves are bound in paper boards, not original calf binding. Loss of backstrip reveals a thin layer of fabric affixed over a ribbed spine. Title page is missing the top 1.5”. Chipping to bottom edge of front board and a stamp of the previous owner on the front pastedown. In very good condition considering age. A precious record codifying the founding of the United States of America. Sold for $6,083.
Journals of Congress Containing The Proceedings From January 1, 1776 to January 1, 1777
“Journals of Congress Containing The Proceedings From January 1, 1776 to January 1, 1777.” Published by Order of Congress. York-Town, Pennsylvania: John Dunlap: 1778. A record of the proceedings of the Congress for the year 1776 including a complete text of the Declaration of Independence with all of the signers’ names in type. Scarce second Dunlap printing, printed in York-Town after the evacuation of Philadelphia by Congress due to British occupation of the city. 520pp. plus index. Bound in quarter calf leather with gilt titling to backstrip. Some bumping to corners. Light to heavy foxing throughout, mostly to upper margins. Ink inscription to side cover and top of title page. One of the scarcest book printings of The Declaration of Independence in very good condition. Sold for $5,012.
Extremely Rare ”Journals of Congress, Volume III” — Covering 1777 Continental Congress Sessions
The proceedings of the Continental Congress for the year of 1777 are recorded comprehensively here, in this scarce first edition, first printing of ”Journals of Congress Containing The Proceedings In The Year, 1777.” Published by Order of Congress by John Dunlap: Philadelphia: 1778. This record of the new nation’s fledgling government, in the thick of the Revolutionary War, was taken directly from the Congressional minutes and reads as a diary, with the activities for each day noted. This volume contains war-related resolutions, as well as a half dozen mentions of Benedict Arnold, including a record of the Congress’ ”enquiry into his conduct”. It deals with specific cases of mistreatment of prisoners of war, funding the war by issuing credit, caring for the troops and approving the actions of General Washington. Journal runs 603pp. plus index. Deckled-edge leaves are bound in paper boards with unfinished surface. Loss of backstrip reveals a thin layer of fabric affixed over a ribbed spine, not in original leather binding. Measures 5.5” x 8.25”. Previous owner’s stamp to front pastedown. In very good condition considering age. A precious record of the earliest history of the United States of America. Sold for $2,520.
Philadelphia Newspaper From 18 September 1787, Reporting on the Constitutional Convention That Ended a Day Earlier on 17 September, When the U.S. Constitution Was Signed
Important newspaper reporting on the conclusion of the Constitutional Convention, the body that drafted, deliberated and finally signed the U.S. Constitution on 17 September 1787. Based in Philadelphia, where the Convention deliberated from 25 May to 17 September, ”The Pennsylvania Packet, and Daily Advertiser” reports on 18 September 1787 the following: ”We have the heart-felt pleasure to inform our fellow citizens that the Federal Convention adjourned yesterday, having completed the object of their deliberations-And we hear that Major W. Jackson, the secretary of that honorable body, leaves this city for New York, this morning, in order to lay the great result of their proceedings before the United States in Congress.”
After the Convention ended, Major William Jackson of South Carolina who served as its Secretary, was dispatched to the Confederation Congress in New York to read the Constitution aloud. After that, it went to the public for deliberation, with Article VII of the new document stating that 9 of the 13 states needed to ratify it for passage. This happened on 21 June 1788 with New Hampshire’s vote, although all 13 states wouldn’t ratify it until 29 May 1790 with the last hold out of Rhode Island.
Although it was considered an imperfect document – with only 39 of the 55 delegates signing it on 17 September, the U.S. Constitution drafted by the Convention was aptly described by delegate Benjamin Franklin: ”I confess that there are several parts of this Constitution which I do not at present approve…it therefore astonishes me, Sir, to find this system approaching so near to perfection as it does; and I think it will astonish our enemies…” Four page newspaper features the Convention coverage in large type at the beginning of page three. Newspaper measures 11.5” x 18.5”. Chipping to edges, restoration to center fold, and spot of toning at bottom of second sheet. Overall very good condition given age. Sold for $2,500.
Volume I of the ”Journals of Congress,” the official record of the First and Second Continental Congresses which met from 1774-1775. Published in Philadelphia: R. Aitken: 1777. The First Continental Congress met in Philadelphia as a reaction to the ”Intolerable Acts” imposed by Great Britain after the Boston Tea Party. This Journal reflects the growing tension and independence of the colonists with its first entry, on 5 September 1774: ”…This House …being deeply affected with unhappy differences, which have long subsisted and are increasing, between Great-Britain and the American Colonies, do Resolve…to deliberate and determine upon wise and proper Measures…for the recovery and establishment of their just Rights and Liberties…” The representatives to the Congress would subsequently boycott British goods, establish an Army (with Washington as General) and Navy, appoint ambassadors, issue currency and obtain loans. It also records the order to print the proceedings of the Congress, of which this Journal is the result; on 26 September 1776, Congress authorized the printer Robert Aitken to produce a uniform edition of their Journals. Aitken combined the Journals of the First and Second Continental Congresses of 1774 and 1775 (originally published by Bradford in two separate volumes) into one volume, to form Volume I of this series. 310 deckled-edge leaves plus 12 pages of index are bound in 5.5” x 8.5” paper boards with unfinished surface, not in original leather biding. A 1.75” strip has been removed from the top of the title page and previous owner’s stamp is on front pastedown and once again in the book. Moderate toning and chipping to pages and boards with some paper loss to pages. In very good condition considering age. Sold for $2,384.
”Journals of Congress, Volume VI” — From the Year 1780
The proceedings of the Continental Congress for the year of 1780 are recorded in this scarce first edition, first printing of ”Journals of Congress, From January 1st, 1780, to January 1st, 1781.” This is the sixth volume in the series of annual Journals chronicling the proceedings of the new nation’s fledgling government, taken directly from the Congressional minutes. Published by Order of Congress, by David C. Claypoole: Philadelphia: 1781. This Journal deals primarily with Congress’ management of the Revolutionary War, including communications with General Washington, Governor Jefferson and diplomats from France, its most important ally. It also chronicles the payment of war debts as well as treatment of soldiers in the military hospitals. Journal runs 403pp. plus index and measures 5.25” x 8.25”. Deckled-edge leaves are bound in paper boards with unfinished surface, not in original leather binding. Loss of backstrip reveals a thin layer of fabric affixed over a ribbed spine. Previous owner’s stamp on front pastedown and once in interior. In very good condition considering age. A precious record of the earliest days of the United States of America. Sold for $1,420.
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