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April 15, 1865 New York Herald Reprints
September 30, 2008 by GuyHeilenman 
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From our guest contributor, Rick Brown:
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I have been collecting Lincoln assassination ephemera for 43 years now. Since I am listed in several directories, I average 2 to 3 telephone calls a month from people wanting to know the value of their old newspapers. In the past 43 years I have been offered the April 15, 1865 New York Herald perhaps as many as 10,000 times and only once was it an original. I’ve heard many a story like "It can’t be a reprint because my great grandfather fought in the Civil War and bought it in New York and brought it back home." One of the strangest responses I received when I informed the owner their specimen was a reprint was: "Producing a reprint is against the law. Therefore it HAS to be an original!"
To add to the confusion, the first reprint was produced in 1871 and the last about 1908. (This does not include the reprints printed on parchment - those are still being produced today.) Thus, the reprints DO look old because they are old.
In 1995 I did extensive research into newspaper reprints including the April 15, 1865 New York Herald. At that time I documented 32 different versions. The only Herald reprint produced on rag linen was a single sheet printed on both sides. The back page has a large ad for Grain-O-Coffee (who later became the originators of JELLO) and was produced in 1871.
Due to the nation’s centennial in 1876, interest in major events in American history was high. Publishers produced literally a hundred different newspaper reprints of various titles.
Starting in 1890, Kitchel’s Liniment, a patent medicine company, produced an annual version of the April 15, 1865 New York Herald. The front and back page remained the same. Pages 2 and 3 were testimonials for Kitchel’s Liniment. At the top of page 2, centered in the margin, was the phrase “Use Kitchel’s Liniment (1890) and Forever.” Each subsequent annual reprint changed the year in the phrase. The last Kitchel’s Liniment reprint version I have found is 1908. Another patent medicine company that produced New York Herald reprints was MA-LE-NA liver pills. They, too, produced annual reprint versions but with no date indicated like with Kitchel‘s Liniment.
The assassination of President Garfield and McKinley also saw reprints of the April 15, 1865 New York Herald produced. Ford’s Theater and various museum gift shops also sold these reprints and still do today.
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While very few actually indicated on the paper itself that is was a reprint, it is important to note that NONE of these reprints were meant to deceive. In the case of the patent medicines, people were hired to give the reprints away at county fairs or other places where a large quantity of people would be gathering. The reprints were a marketing device. It was reasoned that having the Lincoln assassination news on the front and back page, people would not throw them away like they would if it were just a flyer advertising their product.
In the 1930s, however, the height of the American depression, there were a few scam artists who went door to door selling a "valuable relic of American history" - An old April 15, 1865 New York Herald reprint they had obtained in quantity. Unknowing people would take what little cash money they had and purchase it for $1 or so (big money in those days.) They were hoping to sell it for much more. Meanwhile, the scam artist had moved on to another city.
Of the 32 versions I have documented, only one was printed on rag linen; the Grain-O-Coffee one. Four of the versions were single sheet and printed on both sides. All four of these have the date April 15, 1865 on the front page and April 14, 1865 on the back page. Three were printed on parchment paper and the other one on wood pulp paper. The rest of the reprints were 4-page editions. Of the 32 reprint versions, all but 6 of them have printed on the front page in the forth column from the left and about six inches down the phrase EXTRA 8:10 AM is printed. There were NO original 8:10 AM EXTRA editions produced. Originals have eight pages and were printed on rag linen.
One of my continual searches on Ebay is "April 15, 1865 New York Herald." Currently, on average, there are 3 to 4 of these placed on Ebay on a weekly basis. Very few correctly state that they are offering a reprint. Most claim to be originals. From time to time I will send an email to the seller pointing out that their specimen is actually a reprint and referring them to my site for further information. - http://www.historybuff.com/library/refhotlist.html. Of each ten sellers I send the email to, on average, four thank me for pointing it out to them but seldom edit their listing to point out that it is a reprint; four do not respond at all; and, shamefully, two reply back with something like "You know it is a reprint, and I know it is a reprint, but THEY don’t know it’s a reprint." In the past 12 years I have used Ebay, only ONCE was an original offered. Fortunately, very few of the April 15, 1865 New York Herald’s reprints actually sell.
Recently, yet another Herald reprint was offered on Ebay that made me snicker. The photo showed one of the single sheet reprints so badly deteriorated that it was in four pieces. The seller stated that he would not normally sell this family heirloom, but for the right price he would sell it. The minimum bid was $100,000!!! I didn’t have the heart to break his bubble.
Rick Brown
HistoryBuff.com
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Editor's Note: The Library of Congress also provides a great web page which discusses this commonly reprinted issue: NY Herald Reprints
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Hi,
Thank you for the information regarding the New York Herald 1865 Lincoln paper. Sadly, I’m one of those people who thought they had an original. In fact, I took the time to have it professionally archived and framed. Does it have any value at all? I think it is the one page version.
Thank you for your site!
All the best,
Angela
Thanks for your inquiry. By stating your specimen is a “one page version” I assume you mean it is actually 2 pages – single sheet printed both sides. Unfortunately, since there were so many of these reprints produced, collector value is low. Perhaps only $15 or so if in excellent condition.
Rick,
Thank you so much for taking time to let me know the value.
Now I will be the hunt for an authentic paper. Any advice?
All the best, Angela
My best advice is forget Ebay. In the past 9 years I have only found 1 original on Ebay and hundreds of reprints. (The genuine edition was in poor condition.) Even though the Ebay sellers state their specimen is “authentic,” “original,” etc., IT IS LIKELY NOT!
As you may have guessed already, this is a hard-to-find original issue. However, being so rare, it is not as expensive as most would think. An original starts at $1000 and goes up from there depending on condition.
Buy ONLY from a long-term historic newspaper dealer (not general antiques dealers, or small, local auctions) and don’t purchase it unless they guarantee it to be authentic for life.
Rick Brown
Hi I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF LAMINATING A NEWS PAPER ARTICLE WOULD TAKE AWAY FROM THE VALUE AND OR THE AUTHENTICITY OF THE NEWS PAPER?
Good question Emma,
Although laminating would not take away from the authenticity of the newspaper, it typically does diminish the value. Best to place it in an archival sleeve of some sort… or to have it professionally framed using acid-free materials and a high quality UV glass.
I appreciated your comments about the reprints and would be interested to hear your opinion of what a genuine New York Herald April 15 1865 issue would be worth.
Hello John – I am unable to comment on an issue without having it in hand, but if it helps, our last two authentic NY Heralds for this date sold in the $2,000-$2,500 range.
i have a original paper of the new york herold on april 15th 1865 and i wanted to know how much it is worth i got it from my great great great grandfather when he died and now it might be worth alot more than it was 153 years ago but the condition is not its best cause its crumbling up everywhere but if any one can tell me the truth of how much it is worth that wolud be great thanks Rachelle Munoz
Hello Rachelle,
Although we do not typically like to use the blog as a place to “appraise” issues, you issue is one worth discussing. If the paper is very brittle, since it is from the “rag” era, there is a reasonable chance it is a reprint (perhaps even reprinted soon after the Civil War. Please go to the Library of Congress’ description of the common reprints of this issue (see link below). If it is authentic, please contact us at guy@rarenewspapers.com. If it is not authentic, keep it as a family heirloom. It has emotional value, but no collectible value. Good luck.
Link: http://www.loc.gov/rr/news/circulars/nyherald.txt
I must say, I was semi-sad when my Aunt Dee sent me this link, for my Great Grandma Mae has a re-print (Grain-O!). Of course we all thought it was an original.
I still think it’s ‘pretty cool’ and I get a kick out of reading the Grain-O part. Thank you for taking the time for posting this for all to read; I’m sure I’m not the only one who is grateful.
Hello Kayla – Thank you for your kind words. Sorry for the bad news; however, I appreciate your spirit.
So if it has 8:10 AM, it is a reprint?
We found it in the attic of my Great Aunt. I think that I dont care that it is a reprint, but it definitely would be nicer. I really can’t use much information because it is just the front page in a frame.
My in-laws have one and I am sure it is a copy. I would like to know how I can located on the web the original. There is a section of it that was cut out and we are just curious what was in that spot that someone had to cut out.
Thanks for your help.
We do not have any reprints so your best bet is to go to the Library of Congress’ website of common reprints. You may also want to contact Rick Brown at http://www.historybuff.com
Regarding the Lincoln Assassination… The New York papers of the time tell the story well, but why is it that there are no Washington D.C. papers out there with the assassination news? I know the D.C. papers at the the time were, for the most part, critical of Lincoln, but I don’t think I have ever seen any D.C. papers (or even reprints) with assassination news.
Hello Tom – Good question. Washington, D.C. issues on the assassination do exist. We’ve had a few through the years. We just suspect their print numbers were considerably less than the more popular N.Y. titles (much bigger city) which may explain why there are fewer out there.
I have a two sided 2pm Inauguration Edition reprint, on page 8 at the very bottom of the paper it reads: Reproduction of pages 1 and 8 from an original in the Library of Congress. The rush in getting out this extra edition probably accounts for the incorrect date line of page 8 reading April 14, 1865.
My question to you is when was it reprinted and who reprinted this paper. I have done research and nothing mentions this note at the bottom. The paper itself is in good condition I found it in an old trunk of pictures that my Grandmother had left to me when she died. The paper was folding in fours and has almost no tears in the creases. The paper looks yellowed because of moisture. The paper is thick but I have no clue of material used. Any clues you could give me would be helpfull.
Thank you Sharlee
Unfortunately we do not have any knowledge concerning the reprint editions – other than how to identify them. Sorry. You may want to contact the American Antiquarian Society and/or the Library of Congress – Newspapers Division.
I have found that the double-dated, single sheet printed both sides on “heavier paper” is a reprint that was sold in Civil War souvenir shops as well as Ford’s Theatre. It is actually printed on modern parchment paper. This reprint version began in the 1960s and has continued ever since.
Thanks Rick. The more information gathered on this common reprint the better. Your Newspaper Reprints Monograph link found at Common Reprints is a valuable resource for those wishing to learn more.
Many thanks for great information. I too have the Grain-o. You saved me the cost of spending hundreds to preserve a copy worth $15 (if that). I’ll see if any local school is interested in having it as a teaching tool.
april 29,1865 harpers illustrated newspaper. what do i look for to know if mine is a reprint or original?
Most Harper’s Weekly reprinted issues were not reprinted with intention to deceive. Some were reprinted as “commemorative” items and others were reprinted for educational purposes. Although it is impossible to tell for certain without having the issue in hand, Harper’s Weekly reprints typically had the phrase “Reprint” or “The Reissue Of” (small) in the masthead or had a solid black circular ink-spot in the upper left or right-hand corner of the masthead.
OOOPS. I just picked up an April 15, 1865 edition of (if I can remember since I’m at work and the paper’s at home) New York Herald at our local flea market for $60. Now after reading about all the “reprints”, I wonder if I have an 1871 reprint. My newspaper has an image of President Lincoln on the front page; so far, I don’t see any newspapers with his image. The paper is only 4 pages — I skimmed through the stories and it does give a timeline but makes no mention of Booth – just that the murderer escaped and is being chased. The paper is fragile and on foam core backing covered in clear plastic wrap. I’ll leave it be until I can find a copy online of what I’ve purchased to decide if it’s original or reprint. It’s not rag paper – I have rag paper newspapers from 1809-1811 (English) so can spot them. Oh well. It’s a nice newspaper but probably not worth the paper it’s written on (lol).
And my newspaper is 4 pages; not 2, so I guess there’s hope until hope fades…..much like ink on paper (lol).
Sorry, but if it has an image of Lincoln, it is a reprint. Sorry for the bad news. Thanks for posting this.
Hopefully my mistake helps others avoid making one. I still like the paper … it’s a novelty item but now I’m more knowledgeable in case I come across something in the future. GREAT SITE YOU HAVE HERE! I’ve purchased Ventura newspaper from you before…
Oh man, I thought I had an original. Unfortunately it has a photo of Lincoln in the front left corner. It is only two pages.. It’s in pretty bad shape. My uncle found it folded up in my Great Granmother’s bible, and gave it to me. I had it framed in a nice frame. Great site…Thanks for the info.
I have a copy that says reprint on it. The front page says April 15, 1865 and the back page says April 14 1865, It also says it’s page 8. It says on the bottem of the page that it is a reprint and that the date is wrong because of the rush in getting out the extra edition. It says that it is a reproduction from an original in the Library of congress. I found it in a frame that belonged to my wifes father. She says that she remembers it being in his office when she was a child she is 47 now.It also had a jumbo post card of Lincoln in the frame. How old would you say these items are.
Thanks Danny
Sorry – but since some were done soon after the event, and others were done much later, there is no way to know for sure. If it was copied from an issue held at the Library of Congress, it was likely done in the last 30 years. To confirm, you may want to consult their newspapers division. Good luck.
I’m a little confused on the reprint/no reprint issue. I have a badly worn issue of the April 15, 1865 issue. It has no picture of Lincoln and has Kitchel’s Liniment on the back. I see no words that says reprint. It was found with other documents from that time period.
If it has the Kitchel’s Liniment ad on the back, it’s a reprint unfortunately.
Tim Hughes
Thanks for your info on the New York Herald April 15, 1865. I have one of the reprints with the “Extra” 8:10 A.M. on teh front page. It was found in an old family steamer trunk. I am sad to hear that it is a reprint. It is not in the best of condition so probably will just toss or give to grandson.
Thank you again for your information. Very Helpful.
I though I had an original April 16, 1865 “The New York Herald” about Lincoln’s death until I read your page. On the back page of mine on the left top boarder in fine print it says “Lincoln Section” and also “February 11, 1909” on right side. It looks like it might have been a pullout or supplement to the February 11, 1909 paper to me. Any thoughts?
Thank you for your informative web page.
Steve
If you have only seen one genuine issue on eBay in ten years, apparently I am the one who got it. I purchased my copy in 2006, but with the understanding beforehand that I would only complete the purchase after having it authenticated. The seller agreed and I sent it to Tim Hughes. Fortunately, he did authenticate it as the genuine item! The bottom line is that it is possible to purchase this issue on eBay. However, I too see obvious reprints CONSTANTLY, so educate yourself before you buy. Absolutely do not take someone’s word for it that their issue is genuine. I suspect that many / most sellers don’t know themselves if it is a reprint. The rest probably don’t want to know
My husband and I are taking an inventory of my late grandfathers treasures and so far it’s all adding up that our edition is authentic! It’s only the front page, front and back with small tear marks were it was detached from the rest of the paper. Do you have any tips on the back of the original?
Unfortunately not, but the next time we obtain an issue for this date we will scan and post the back of page one for others to view as well.
Hi Tim, Thanks for being here with your expertise.
Yes, I have an old April 15th, 1865 , found in Grandmas old trunk. My folks don’t know where it came from, so I said I’d get to the bottom of it.. As I suppose it is a reprint, I would like to confirm it before I tell them. .It is four pages, slightly yellowing,has a “whole # 10456, it has the exact left column headings as your authentic one, and the front page looks exactly like yours from what i can tell , no images of Lincoln, or the advertisements you speak of, but , there are advertisements on page 3 , right hand column toward the bottom in small print.”boys clothes of all sizes”, Batchelor’s Hair dye”,Books bought in any quantity” , ect..It does NOT have EXTRA 8:10, I have photos I could shoot over to you if you do that.. I even took one magnified up close.Thanks for any advice or info on this… Jen
Jennifer – You are welcome. Please send a note and pics to Tim at timothy@rarenewspapers.com
We recently received the following note from a friend:
“Recently someone had a listing for the famous / infamous NY Herald dated April 15, 1865 with the portrait of a beardless Lincoln and news about the assassination, in broadside form. I knew that that particular newspaper was never sympathetic to Lincoln and the price on the item made me want to search for more information.
When I googled the issue date and title, there was Tim’s article about this often duplicated newspaper, with a history of reprintings which began in the 1870’s. Had it not had been for his article, I might have been tempted to make payments and buy it.
Thank you, Tim !”
Thanks, we now can tell what kind it is. We know it is a reprint but is old! We are not selling it!
Guy:
I read your notes on old New York Herald newspapers and found it very informative. Thanks.
I have a framed April 15th 1865 edition of the NY Herald and it has the “Extra 8:10 AM” phrase in the fourth column. The paper is 4 pages and it is mounted in a frame with glass on both sides. It looks exactly like photo on your site of an authentic April 15, 1865 New York herald except for the “Extra”, etc. in the fourth column. Am I to assume that this is not an authentic original edition of that date? If not, can you tell me its approximate reprint date? Thanks much.
George
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Hi ,I have a complete news paper from The New Yor Times April 15 1865 of Pres lincoln assassin. The paper is in really good condexept for the edges, but its allthere. Tring to find value of what it is worth. Thank you
Please send a note and pics to Tim at timothy@rarenewspapers.com
I have been given a New York herald April, 16 1865, not on rag linen, but seems old, no picture, whole no. 10457, no 8am in forth column, but cannot find any info on this paper, I am pretty sure it is a reprint but do not know how old and potential worth. Any info would be of great help! And if I can help you in any way just let me know.
Thanks,
Nate
Hello Nate,
If it is a reprint, even a 100+ year old reprint, it does not have collector value. If you have compared your issue to the Library of Congress’ description of common reprints, perhaps you would like to send it on for us to authenticate??? All we would ask in this instance is that you pay for insured S&H to and from our premises. While we normally charge $35 for this service, we would wave the charge in your case.
I hope this helps.
Guy – http://www.rarenewspapers.com
Thank you so much! I will keep searching, but if I cannot find anymore info, I will gladly send it to you. But I know you are busy and if at all possible I will not bug you with this. If I do I will try and send you the (35$) fee yet I am very poor right now and do not know if I will be able. Regardless of what happens you have been a great help, more than you realize, and I thank-you, and also will say a prayer for your prosperity.
Thank-you!
Nate
Thank you Nate. Please know prayers are always appreciated.
I have a print and am unsure if it is an original. I would pay shipping and handling both ways to send it to you to check the authenticity. What would the fee be to let me know what edition it is if original or edition of reprint it is?
Hello Ben,
We charge $35 for the authentication. If you end up selling the issue to us, we wave this cost. Please know there is no pressure to do so. If you want to proceed, send the issue to:
Timothy Hughes Newspapers
341 E. Southern Ave.
S. Williamsport, PA 17702
I have a copy of the New York Herald that my grandfather, Keith Morton Read of Savannah, Georgia, kept with instructions (written on the paper) to KEEP! The paper is a single sheet, roughly 30 x 21 inches when unfolded. The paper is light brown in color – as if pulp paper, but I am no expert. It is in good conditions, but sadly folded twice in aditional to the original fold. How do I determine which version of a copy it is? The “original” left column looks exactly like the one displayed on your site.
Shelley Read Heard
Hello Shelley,
Your best bet is to take a few photos and e-mail them to timothy@rarenewspapers.com
I hope this helps.
It would appear that it is not, but if you want to take a few photos and send them to timothy@rarenewspapers.com, he would be happy to verify. If a reprint, we would have no idea when it was printed. Perhaps Rick Brown at http://www.historybuff.com would know.
I am not sure if mine is an original or a reprint, it is not yellow or crumbly at all, just a little ripping on the sides, it is 4 pages long and says April 14 1865 on the front page. It is most likely fake because it is not old looking at all, but could you tell me anyway?
April 14, 1865 issues are typically not reprints. The fact that your issue is not crumbly is another good indication that your issue may be authentic as well, since issues from this period were printed on paper with a high percentage of linen (“rag” paper). If authentic and in 1st-rate condition, they can retail anywhere from $60-$100 (2012 estimate).
SIR, I DONT KNOW WHAT I HAVE. MY DAD WHILE DEMOLISHING A HOUSE IN LYNCHBURG VA., IN 1938, FOUND THIS NEWS PAPER WRAPPED IN LEATHER AND SEALED IN A BAMBO TUBE. HE FOUND IT IN THE FLOOR BETWEEN TWO RAFTERS. IT IS PRINTED ON ALL SIDES. I DONT KNOW IF IT IS A REPRINT. IF IT IS A REPRINT, WHEN WAS IT REPRINTED? LIKE I SAID, I DONT KNOW WHAT I HAVE. IF THIS A REPRINT, IS THIS WORTH ANYTHING, OR IS IT JUST AN OLD REPRINT?
ANY WAY, SORRY TO BOTHER YOU. I NEED SOME GUIDENCE.
THANK YOU FOR ANY HELP YOU MIGHT LRND
REPECTFULLY. SKIP PARRISH
1-210-563-1103
Hello Skip,
Have you compared it to the examples we have on-line? If it is a reprint, it really has no value. There were so many reprints done, there is no way for us to know when it was printed with any certainty. If you think it may be authentic, feel free to contact Timothy Hughes (images would be helpful) at timothy@rarenewspapers.com. Good luck.
Best wishes – Guy
I have one of the reproductions (beardless pic of Lincoln and ads on back) handed down from my grandparents (we always thought it was an original). It’s in pretty bad shape but I hate to just toss it out. Is there any place that my be interested in receiving this item as a donation?
Hello Doug – Unfortunately not. They are relatively common. Sorry.
Hello.
I found at a estate sale a newpaper Nov 23 1939 New York Heald Tribune head line British destroyer sunk by wild mine it also have a certicate sign by Robert L Mooers and Christian and a raise seal on it Its in a case.ant the certificate has a number on it
From Historic newspaper archives. Can you give me any information on the newspaper is it real or a reprint
Thanks,
Jenny
Hello Jenny – This issue was sold as a birthday paper. As a result, the value is to the person who was born on this date (or perhaps had an anniversary on this date), i.e. sentimental value as a commemorative gift, not monetary. Thanks for asking.
I have a news ad 1865 april 15 but mine has his face on the paper. I also have a gettsburg address
With lincoln on it
The first is definitely a reprint. Feel free to send additional details regarding the 2nd to timothy@rarenewspapers.com. Good luck.
Hello Timothy,
I have a New York Herald Sunday April 16, 1865 Five Cents Whole No. 10.457. 2 page with both sides for total of 4 sides. No advertising. Only has information on the Lincoln assassination and aftermath. Paper is browned with some splitting and chipping. I would think it is a reprint but I haven’t been able to find any info on original or reprints. I am quite sure you can set me straight. Thank you for time and assistance.
Sincerely, Gary
Has any one ever herd about a printing press misprint of the New York Herald, Lincoln assassination? I have an older looking framed, newspaper thas seems to be the front and back pages flat in the frame. The bottom right corner has a triangle shaped clear space, where the print that should be, but the print is there, further off down to the right bottom corner, and a small triangle sliver of print above that. it appears that it is a very possible misprint from the printing press. All indications I have searched appear to be it is “not real” but, I have never herd of a reprint of a printing press misprint. The fragmented story behind my paper is as follows: A persons` relative was a press operator. This sheet crumpled up in the press and that person removed it, and later folded it up and put it in his pocket and took it home. I don`t know the “supposed” transferral history down the years, but supposedly it was passed down in the family. It is brown, folded, with what looks to be actual tiny missing pieces of paper at some of the folded places, where the two pages would be folded into one piece, thn folded on down to a much smaller size. Very possibly enough times to be small enough to put in a persons pocket. I do have photos and cn get better ones to send if needed. Any info would be very much appreciated. Thanks in advance, David
Hello David,
Take a few image shots and send them on to Tim Hughes are timothy@rarenewspapers.com. He will let you know what he thinks. All the best – Guy
Hello David,
Take a few image shots and send them on to Tim Hughes are timothy@rarenewspapers.com. He will let you know what he thinks. All the best – Guy
I have a framed copy of the Lincoln assassination, but not sure of value. My Great, Great Grandmother framed it around 1903. I wanted to replace the frame, but after so many years am afraid it could damage the print. She folded it, but from what I can tell it fits all the correct indicators, except for a 2″ picture of Lincoln with a beard, (http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv343/gulegardiner/th_Lincoln.jpg). There are no ads. However, I have researched for hours and can not find a picture of this print. Hope you might be able to advise me as to the best way to take care of it. It is a family heirloom, even if it is a reprint. Thank -you in advance. – Debbie
Hello i am interested in trying to find the value of this newspaper that i have in my position.I do believe that it is a oringinal,I have had this for about 40 years.Please acknowlege any information to justify this newspaper (The New York Herald Saturday,April 15,1865). Thank You for your time is greatly appreciated.
Hello Gary – Please send several pics to guy@rarenewspapers.com, and I will let you know if it is authentic. Once we know if it is, we can go from there.
Looking at previous posts, it looks like I have a reprint given it has the EXTRA 8:10 in the 4th column. Is there any way to know what year it was reprinted? I know it doesn’t have any collector value, but I am curious how old it is.
I have a copy of The New York Herald from Sunday April 16, 1865 (Whole NO.10,457.) and would like to find out any information that I can about it. It’s been in our family since I was born so forever but we know nothing of it’s value.
I would very much appreciate your time and help.
Thanks Kim
The left column says “Our Loss” “The great National calamity” “Death of our President”.
It appears to have several pages behind the first page but we are afraid to take it out of the frame that it’s in now. It has been professionally framed but when it was framed I don’t know either.
HELP HELP HELP????
Thanks again and I am so excited to hear back from you!! Just want to know what we have? Valuable or just a piece to keep holding on to.
I have a copy of The New York Herald from Sunday April 16, 1865 (Whole NO.10,457.) and would like to find out any information that I can about it. It’s been in our family since I was born so forever but we know nothing of it’s value.
I would very much appreciate your time and help.
Thanks Kim
I can send you pictures if that will help.
The left column says “Our Loss” “The great National calamity” “Death of our President”.
It appears to have several pages behind the first page but we are afraid to take it out of the frame that it’s in now. It has been professionally framed but when it was framed I don’t know either.
HELP HELP HELP????
Thanks again and I am so excited to hear back from you!! Just want to know what we have? Valuable or just a piece to keep holding on to.
Best to ask Tim Hughes directly at: timothy@rarenewspapers.com
Best to ask Tim Hughes directly at: timothy@rarenewspapers.com
Rick, You said in your last sentence that you didn’t have the heart to break the guy’s bubble. Next time, let me know, I’ll do it. I do it all the time (tell eBay sellers when they have reprints). Some of them get mad, but hell with ’em. Bill
I have a print from april 20th and was wondering if it was worth anything and how can i find out if its real? its not in great shape but is pretty kool.It shows the 3men that killed Abraham Lincoln, and the reward amounts for each one. Thank you
Hello Danni – If you are able, send a picture to Tim Hughes at timothy@rarenewspapers.com. He will respond shortly after receiving it.
I Have the reprint of the herald with the grain o coffee on the back, you said reprint in 1871 and you tell me the value please
I’d love an image copy of the bottom of page 8 of the NY HERALD on April 15, 1865 (3:30 edition). There is a very short article with a distant distant relation to the Lincoln event, that involves my hometown of Poughkeepsie.
I can’t find it on an easy googlesearch. Any tips?
Thx
This is a tough one. We’ve had this issue, and have photographed it – but only from a distance, and the image is not clear enough to make out specifics. Sorry.
If a reprint, no value. Sorry.