Lead-up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day (January, 1776)…

February 6, 2026 by · Leave a Comment 

Today we continue our series, “Lead-Up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day” – the anniversary of the greatest experiment in democracy and self-government.
The following are the installments from last month (January, 2026, which reflected on the events as they were reported approximately 250 years ago – in and around December, 1775:

We hope you are enjoying this year-long trek to the 250th anniversary of The United States through the eyes of those who were fully engaged, first hand. As mentioned previously, all accounts are rooted in what they read in the newspapers of the day.

“History is never more fascinating than when read from the day it was first reported.” (Timothy Hughes, 1975)

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Announcing: Catalog 363 – Released for February, 2026 – Rare & Early Newspapers…

January 30, 2026 by · Leave a Comment 

Catalog 363 (for February): This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes the following noteworthy issues: a Massachusetts Spy with the desired “Join or Die” snake engraving, a Pennsylvania Ledger with the Olive Branch Petition, one of the rarest of early American magazines, The Jew Bill: striving for equal rights for Jews, a handsome colonial New York newspaper from 1745, a fine report on the death of George Washington, and more.

The following links are designed to help you explore all available items from this latest edition of our catalog:

  • Entire Catalog grouped by Era:

                1500-1799 (full view OR quick-scan/compact view)

                1800-1899 (full view OR quick-scan/compact” view)

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Lead-up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day (December, 1775)…

January 9, 2026 by · Leave a Comment 

Today we continue our series, “Lead-Up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day” – the anniversary of the greatest experiment in democracy and self-government.
The following are the installments from last month (December, 2025, which reflected on the events as they were reported approximately 250 years ago – in and around December, 1775:

The Battle of Great Bridge – Decisive Patriot Victory (Lead-up to a Nation – E18)

The Capture of Montreal – High-water Mark (Lead-up to a Nation – E19)

Proclamation of Rebellion – Colonial Response (Lead-up to a Nation – E20)

Prohibiting Trade – Stopping trade between England and the Colonies (Lead-up to a Nation – E21)

We hope you are enjoying this year-long trek to the 250th anniversary of The United States through the eyes of those who were fully engaged, first hand. As mentioned previously, all accounts are rooted in what they read in the newspapers of the day.

“History is never more fascinating than when read from the day it was first reported.” (Timothy Hughes, 1975)

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Lead-up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day (November, 1775)…

December 5, 2025 by · Leave a Comment 

Today we continue our series, “Lead-Up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day” – the anniversary of the greatest experiment in democracy and self-government.

The following are the installments from last month (November), which reflected on the events as they were reported in and around November, 1775:

Continental Currency – No Power to Tax or Regulate (Lead-up to a Nation – E14)

League of Friendship-Articles of Confederation Underscored National Power (Lead-up to a Nation-E15)

James Rivington – From Impartial to Loyalist (Lead-up to a Nation – E16)

The Liberty Bell – Proclaim Liberty Through the Land (Lead-up to a Nation – E17)

We hope you are enjoying this year-long trek to the 250th anniversary of The United States through the eyes of those who were fully engaged, first hand. As mentioned previously, all accounts are rooted in what they read in the newspapers of the day.

“History is never more fascinating than when read from the day it was first reported.” (Timothy Hughes, 1975)

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Announcing: Catalog #361 for December, 2025 – Rare & Early Newspapers…

December 1, 2025 by · Leave a Comment 

December’s catalog (#361) is now available. The links shown below will take you to various segments of the new catalog, the History’s Newsstand Blog, and the current list of discounted issues. There is also a special announcement regarding Tim Hughes’ milestone. We hope you enjoy!

Catalog #361 (for December): This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes the following noteworthy issues: the famous “federal edifice” cartoon from 1788, Washington’s farewell address at Fraunces’ Tavern, the rare & intriguing “Cape-Fear Mercury” of 1775, “The Pennsylvania Gazette” with Ben Franklin’s imprint, perhaps the definitive Battle of Gettysburg issue, “The Oxford Gazette” of 1665 with Judaica content, and more.

The following links are designed to help you explore all available items from this latest edition of our catalog:

  • Grouped by price…

Priced under $50

Priced at $50-$99

Priced at $100-$299

Priced at $300 and up (the best of the best)

  • Grouped by era…

Dated from 1600-1799

Dated from 1800-1899

Dated from 1900-Present

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DISCOUNTED ISSUES – What remains of last month’s discounted issues may be viewed at: Discount (select items at 50% off)

HISTORY’S NEWSSTAND – Recent Posts on the History’s Newsstand Blog may be accessed at: History’s Newsstand
Special Announcement regarding Tim Hughes:  From Passion to Legacy: 50 Years Strong… and Counting…

Thanks for collecting with us!

Sincerely,

Guy Heilenman & The Rare & Early Newspapers Team

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Lead-up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day (October, 1775)…

November 6, 2025 by · Leave a Comment 

Today we continue our series, “Lead-Up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day” – the anniversary of the greatest experiment in democracy and self-government.
The following are the installments from last month (October), which reflected on the events as they were reported in and around October, 1775:

England Misses the Temper of the Times (Lead-up to a Nation – E9)

George Washington – Religious Freedom (Lead-up to a Nation – E10)

Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys (Lead-up to a Nation – E11)

The Liberty Tree (Lead-up to a Nation – E12) 

George Washington – Integrity, Leadership & Humility (Lead-up to a Nation – E13)

We hope you are enjoying this year-long trek to the 250th anniversary of The United States through the eyes of those who were fully engaged, first hand. As mentioned previously, all accounts are rooted in what they read in the newspapers of the day.

“History is never more fascinating than when read from the day it was first reported.” (Timothy Hughes, 1975)

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Announcing: Catalog #360 for November, 2025 – Rare & Early Newspapers…

October 31, 2025 by · Leave a Comment 

November’s catalog (#360) is now available. The links shown below will take you to various segments of the new catalog, the History’s Newsstand Blog, and the current list of discounted issues. We hope you enjoy!

Catalog #360 (for November): This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes the following noteworthy issues: Washington’s Thanksgiving Day proclamation, a report on America’s first war, Gage’s account of Lexington & Concord, The Swedish Intelligencer from 1633, Lincoln’s assassination in the desired New York Times, notable broadside on the Gerrymander, and more.

The following links are designed to help you explore all available items from this latest edition of our catalog:

  • Grouped by price…

Priced under $50

Priced at $50-$99

Priced at $100-$299

Priced at $300 and up (the best of the best)

  • Grouped by era…

Dated from 1600-1799

Dated from 1800-1899

Dated from 1900-Present

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DISCOUNTED ISSUES – What remains of last month’s discounted issues may be viewed at: Discount (select items at 50% off)

HISTORY’S NEWSSTAND – Recent Posts on the History’s Newsstand Blog may be accessed at: History’s Newsstand
Thanks for collecting with us!

Sincerely,

Guy Heilenman & The Rare & Early Newspapers Team

RareNewspapers.com

570-326-1045

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Lead-up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day (Intro & Sept., 1775)…

October 3, 2025 by · Leave a Comment 

Today we continue our series, “Lead-Up to a Nation… as reported in the newspapers of the day” – the anniversary of the greatest experiment in democracy and self-government.
The following are the installments from last month (September), which reflected on the events as they were reported in and around September, 1775:

British News Delayed – Lead-up to a Nation (E5)

Lord Dunmore and Colonial Unrest – Lead-up to a Nation (E6)

Patrick Henry – Lead-up to a Nation (E7)

Benjamin Franklin – Lead-up to a Nation (E8)

We hope you are enjoying this year-long trek to the 250th anniversary of The United States through the eyes of those who were fully engaged, first hand. As mentioned previously, all accounts are rooted in what they read in the newspapers of the day.

“History is never more fascinating than when read from the day it was first reported.” (Timothy Hughes, 1975)

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Announcing: Catalog #359 for October, 2025 – Rare & Early Newspapers…

September 30, 2025 by · Leave a Comment 

October’s catalog (#359) is now available. The links shown below will take you to various segments of the new catalog and the current list of discounted issues. Enjoy!

Catalog #359 (for October): This latest offering of authentic newspapers is comprised of over 300 new items, a selection which includes the following noteworthy issues: a great broadside on the surrender of Robert E. Lee, an early report on the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown, Washington’s Circular Letter on his resignation, The Gettysburg Address, the capture of Ethan Allen, “Neil Steps On The Moon” (from Neil Armstrong’s hometown), and more.

The following links are designed to help you explore all available items from this latest edition of our catalog:

  • Grouped by price…

Priced under $50

Priced at $50-$99

Priced at $100-$299

Priced at $300 and up (the best of the best)

  • Grouped by era…

Dated from 1600-1799

Dated from 1800-1899

Dated from 1900-Present

————–

DISCOUNTED ISSUES – What remains of last month’s discounted issues may be viewed at: Discount (select items at 50% off)
Thanks for collecting with us!

Sincerely,

Guy Heilenman & The Rare & Early Newspapers Team

RareNewspapers.com

570-326-1045

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Is it Patriot Day, Patriot’s Day, or are they interchangeable?

September 11, 2025 by · Leave a Comment 

Is it Patriot Day? Yes. Is it Patriot’s Day? Yes again. Are they interchangeable? If someone had asked me yesterday, I would have thought they were one and the same; but the answer is: No! So, for those like me who thought they were one and the same, I hope what follows clears things up.

Patriot Day

Patriot Day is a United States observance held every year on September 11 to honor the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Established by a joint resolution of Congress and signed into law in 2002, the day commemorates the victims of the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 93, as well as the first responders who risked and sacrificed their lives. Americans observe the day with moments of silence, memorial services, and the lowering of flags to half-staff as a tribute to national resilience and remembrance.

Shown to the left is a report from the Los Angeles Times, dated Sept. 11, 2001.

Patriot’s Day

Patriots’ Day is a U.S. holiday commemorating the battles of Lexington and Concord, the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War, fought on April 19, 1775. It originated in Massachusetts in the late 19th century to honor the bravery and sacrifice of colonial militiamen who resisted British forces. The holiday is observed annually on the third Monday in April, primarily in Massachusetts and Maine, with re-enactments, parades, and athletic events like the Boston Marathon. Patriots’ Day serves as a reminder of the American colonies’ fight for independence and the birth of the United States.

The following is a report from The New England Chronicle dated Sept. 7, 1775.

 

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