- THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET NEWSPAPER,
THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET NEWSPAPER, FEB. 10, 1789 Single issue of THE PENNSYLVANIA PACKET, AND DAILY ADVERTISER, for Feb. 10, 1789 (Philadelphia: John Dunlap & David Claypoole) Folio, 4pp., framed to show both sides. Notes Pennsylvania's election of Congressmen and of electors to vote for President and Vice President of the U.S., together with typical commercial and legal notices, including for a runaway slave.
- 1921 ST. PETERSBURG TIMES, TROPICAL
1921 ST. PETERSBURG TIMES, TROPICAL STORM DAMAGEFront page of the St. Petersburg Times newspaper from October 26, 1921, reporting on the damage caused to the Tampa Bay Area, especially Pass-A-Grille, during a recent tropical storm. Some toning and creases. Some loss including chips to the masthead. Framed size is 12 3/4" x 19".
- Henry B. Jones (1889-1973 Pennsylvania)
Henry B. Jones (1889-1973 Pennsylvania) Pittsburg (sic) Train Going Through Downtown
- 24 pieces. (Philadelphia 18th-Century
24 pieces. (Philadelphia 18th-Century Newspaper.) The Pennsylvania Packet. (Philadelphia), August 3, 1772, October 26, 1772, October 30, 1775, August 11, 1778, November 19, 1778, November 24, 1778, December 12, 1778, February 23, 1779, April 3, 1779, April 6, 1779, October 12, 1782, July 12, 1783, November 1, 1783, February 27, 1787, May 31, 1787, September 21, 1787, October 13, 1787, June 23, 1788, January 4, 1790, January 14, 1790, January 18, 1790, June 28, 1790, Supplement No. 53, October (?), 1772, Supplement No. 1068, July 17, 1783. All folio, minor scattered wear, except for the following: Oct. 30, 1775, chipping to edges - no loss of text; August 11, 1778, some dampstaining & chipping to edges - no loss of text; Nov. 24, 1778, some chipping - occasional minor loss of text; Feb. 23, 1779, some mold staining; April 3, 1779, light to moderate staining; April 6, 1779, minor chipping to edges; Oct. 12, 1782, occasional dampstaining; Nov. 1, 1783, some foxing, a few small ink stains - minor loss of text; May 31, 1787, chipping & darkening to lower edge - no loss of text; Jan. 4, 1790, upper fore-edge quadrant of front page discolored; Jan. 14, 1790, scattered moderate foxing; June 28, 1790, scattered foxing. Founded on October 28, 1771 by John Dunlap, the printer of The Declaration of Independence, this strongly pro-Revolutionary paper, published by Dunlap & David C. Claypoole - during some periods together & during others by one or the other. During the British occupation of Philadelphia, the paper was published in lancaster. The Sept. 19th, 1787 issue [not included above] was devoted to the publication in full of the United States Constitution. ,500-
- 1830 PHILADELPHIA SATURDAY EVENING
1830 PHILADELPHIA SATURDAY EVENING POST NEWSPAPER Original issue of the paper, No. 452, for the week of March 27, 1830, with a woodcut view of the Upper Ferry Bridge, near Philadelphia; Double sided frame, 27 1/4 x 36 1/2 in. overall.
- FRONT PAGE OF THE NEW YORK SUNDAY
FRONT PAGE OF THE NEW YORK SUNDAY TIMES, SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 1940 AND PHOTOGRAPH OF A BASEBALL TEAMFront Page of The New York Sunday Times, Sunday, March 3, 1940 and Photograph of a Baseball Team
- THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, JULY
THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, JULY 18, 1768 Original issue of THE PENNSYLVANIA CHRONICLE, AND UNIVERSAL ADVERTISER, Vol. II, #25 (Philadelphia: John Goddard, July 11-18, 1768) large 4to, removed from a bound volume; containing proceedings of the Massachusetts legislature in protest of the Townshend Acts, specifically refusing Governor Bernard's demand that they disavow the Circular Letter issued the previous February; together with a defense of The College of New Jersey, various news bits, and interesting advertisements (including for runaway slaves and indentured servants). Printed on the first press constructed in North America, the weekly paper was a firm voice for American rights and independence. British authorities drove the paper out of business in 1774.
- 6 pieces. (American 18th-Century
6 pieces. (American 18th-Century Newspaper.) The Pennsylvania Gazette. Philadelphia, Dec. 2, 1731, Dec. 28, 1731, June 26, 1776, Oct. 16, 1776, Sept. 12, 1787, Sept. 27, 1787. Sm. folio; some creasing & toning, occasional chipping to edges. All with library stamps on front page. First 2 printed by Benjamin Franklin. Sold with all faults.
- THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH,
THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH, PA, DEACCESSIONING COLLECTION OF PROMINENT AFRICAN-AMERICAN ACTORS, 24 PRESS PHOTOS, CA. 2ND HALF 20TH CENTURY 10" x 8" each African-American Heritage. The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA, Deaccessioning Collection of Associated Press/International Press and Publishing Agencies). Prominent African-American Actors, 24 press photos.
Provenance: Dr. Harry James Ford private collection, Pittsburgh. PA; acquired from The Carnegie Library, Pittsburgh, PA, former collection.
- COPY OF 'THE NEW YORK TIMES', SATURDAY
COPY OF 'THE NEW YORK TIMES', SATURDAY AUGUST 4, 1928; TOGETHER WITH THREE PHOTOPRINTSCopy of 'The New York Times', Saturday August 4, 1928; together with Three Photoprints,
- THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH,
THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH, PA, DEACCESSIONING COLLECTION OF PROMINENT AFRICAN-AMERICAN FIGURES, 31 PRESS PHOTOS, CA. 2ND HALF 20TH CENTURY 10" x 8" each African-American Heritage. The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA, Deaccessioning Collection of Associated Press/International Press and Publishing Agencies). Prominent African-American Figures, 31 press photos.
Provenance: Dr. Harry James Ford private collection, Pittsburgh. PA; acquired from The Carnegie Library, Pittsburgh, PA, former collection.
- THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH,
THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH, PA, DEACCESSIONING COLLECTION OF PROMINENT AFRICAN-AMERICAN ATHLETES, 14 PRESS PHOTOS, CA. 2ND HALF 20TH CENTURY 10" x 8" each African-American Heritage. The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA, Deaccessioning Collection of Associated Press/International Press and Publishing Agencies). Prominent African-American Athletes, 14 press photos.
Provenance: Dr. Harry James Ford private collection, Pittsburgh. PA; acquired from The Carnegie Library, Pittsburgh, PA, former collection.
- John Stobart (American, b 1929)
John Stobart (American, b 1929) "Pittsburgh, the Monongahela Waterfront in 1900", offset lithograph, pencil signed "John Stobart", edition 28/750, 19-3/4" x 33" image, framed 32-3/4" x 43-1/4", very good condition, Does not appear to have fading, frame has damage as seen in photo number 2, glass is good
- EARLY PITTSBURGH POST BASEBALL
EARLY PITTSBURGH POST BASEBALL BULLETIN SERVICE SCOREBO...Measures 37" tall 43" wide. Good original condition. Please Email or call for a detailed condition report. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, repairs, restorations or the effects of aging. The majority of the items we sell are Antiques and will show the appropriate wear and Patina. Packaging, Insurance, Handling And Shipping Are Done In House or You Are Welcome To Pick Up In Person Or Make Your Own Shipping Arrangements.
Condition:
Measures 37" tall 43" wide. Good original condition. Please Email or call for a detailed condition report. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, repairs, restorations or the effects of aging. The majority of the items we sell are Antiques and will show the appropriate wear and Patina. Packaging, Insurance, Handling And Shipping Are Done In House or You Are Welcome To Pick Up In Person Or Make Your Own Shipping Arrangements.
- PITTSBURGH STEEL MILLS BY JOHN
PITTSBURGH STEEL MILLS BY JOHN GRAVES. Pennsylvania, 1919-2004. Oil on canvas, signed and dated 200(3?). Buildings marked "JL" for Jones & Laughlin. Includes bridges and steamboat coal barges on the Monongahela river. 24"h. 36"w., framed, 28.25"h. 40.25"w.
- 1 piece. (American Revolutionary
1 piece. (American Revolutionary War Newspaper.) The Pennsylvania Gazette and Weekly Advertiser. [Philadelphia], May 19, 1779. Folio, disbound. Some spotting, slightly toned. 4 pp., virtually full margin.
- "PITT STADIUM" BY JOHN GRAVES.
"PITT STADIUM" BY JOHN GRAVES. Pennsylvania, 1919-2004. Oil on canvas, signed and dated 2000. University of Pittsburgh football stadium. Titled on the stretcher The Panthers at P(asture?) 18"h. 24"w., framed, 21.25"h. 27"w.
- POSTAGE STAMPS AND CORRESPONDENCE,
POSTAGE STAMPS AND CORRESPONDENCE, PITTSBURGH AND CANAD...accumulation of envelopes, stamps, correspondence, relating to the Chalmers, Darsie, and Thomson families of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; sheets of Canadian stamps; used or canceled domestic and foreign postage; numerous albums with stamps affixed or hinged; postcards; photographs; currency; supplement copy of The Daily Telegraph from January 29, 1936 covering funeral of George V
Provenance: Property from the Thomson House, 5th Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, built by Thomas Chalmers Darsie; by descent to Anne Darsie Thomson then to Robert Thomson; Gifted 2014 to Chatham University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Condition:
a combination of new and used stamps, some staining or grime, personal examination by interested bidders is recommended
- , Harpers Weekly, framed, 20"x16",
, Harpers Weekly, framed, 20"x16", July 24th 1869 ID from papercut and cut of the presentation championship bat to the cincinnati redstockings, matted
- PITTSBURGH RIVER SCENE BY PETER
PITTSBURGH RIVER SCENE BY PETER A. CONTIS. Greek/American (1890-1973). Gouache on heavy stock, signed lower right. Small wooded area with federal style buildings surrounded by rivers spanned by multiple bridges. Framed under glass, 31.5"h. 38.75"w.
- THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH,
THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH, PA, DEACCESSIONING COLLECTION OF PROMINENT AFRICAN-AMERICAN ARTISTS, MUSICIANS AND SINGERS, 48 PRESS PHOTOS, CA. 2ND HALF 20TH CENTURY 10" x 8" each African-American Heritage. The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA, Deaccessioning Collection of Associated Press/International Press and Publishing Agencies). Prominent African-American Artists, Musicians and Singers, 48 press photos.
Provenance: Dr. Harry James Ford private collection, Pittsburgh. PA; acquired from The Carnegie Library, Pittsburgh, PA, former collection.
- THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, AUGUST 17-21,
THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, AUGUST 17-21, 1769 Original issue of THE BOSTON CHRONICLE, Vol. II, #34 (Boston: John Mein and Fleeming, 1769) folio; leading with an expose on violations of the Boston merchants' recent non-importation agreement, particularly by John Hancock and others; various other correspondence, and a few advertisements. Mein was a Scottish immigrant and ardent Loyalist. In October, the newspaper office was sacked by Boston patriots and Mein fled to England. This was the first semi-weekly newspaper printed in New England.
- A Collection of Pittsburgh Pirate
A Collection of Pittsburgh Pirate Articles comprising two team signed balls each with 25 signatures (lacking Wilmer Mizell) acquired at the 30th anniversary World Champions Reunion with check cards a signed book The World Champion Pittsburgh Pirates by Dick Groat and Bill Surface with 24 autographs and dust sleeve 1961 Baseball magazine a printed team ball a photograph of Three Rivers Stadium a 1960 team photo A Forbes Field booklet and a photograph of Roberto Clemente.
- THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH,
THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF PITTSBURGH, PA, DEACCESSIONING COLLECTION OF CIVIL RIGHTS AND AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY, 30 PRESS PHOTOS, CA. 2ND HALF 20TH CENTURY 10" x 8" each African-American Heritage. The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA, Deaccessioning Collection of Associated Press/International Press and Publishing Agencies). Civil Rights and African-American History, 30 press photos.
Provenance: Dr. Harry James Ford private collection, Pittsburgh. PA; acquired from The Carnegie Library, Pittsburgh, PA, former collection.
- Lot. American 18th-Century Newspapers:
Lot. American 18th-Century Newspapers: Pennsylvania Chronicle and Universal Advertiser. Feb. 15 - Feb.22, 1768 + postscript; March 28-April 4, 1768; July 4 - July 11, 1768; Jan 23 - Jan. 30, 1769. All disbound, scattered wear. 5 pieces. * Freeman's Journal. Philadelphia, Nov. 28, 1781; March 20, 1782 - with George Washington proclamation; August 7, 1782 - with Haym Solomon's advert.; postscripts Sept. 28, 1780 & Oct. 5, 1781. Minor wear to full issues. Postscripts chipped at edges. * Pennsylvania Journal. March 30, 1785. Disbound, edge wear. * The Massachusetts Gazette. Boston, March 20, 1787. Scattered wear, close tears.
- AMERICAN SCHOOL, PITTSBURGH, 19TH
AMERICAN SCHOOL, PITTSBURGH, 19TH CENTURY 30" x 25" Portrait of Mary Glass West (Pittsburgh, 1831-1871), wife of Matthew Hay West (Pittsburgh, 1799-1872), at 27 yrs old, ca. 1858. Oil on canvas, unsigned, possible artist Thomas Hicks (American, 1823-1890). In a wooden frame, overall 36 ¾" x 31 ½".
Provenance: old prominent private collections, The Glass and The West Families (both since second half of 18th c.), Pittsburgh, PA, by descent in the families to the current owner.
- WILLIAM COVENTRY WALL (AMERICAN,
WILLIAM COVENTRY WALL (AMERICAN, 1810 - 1886) 14.25" x 18.25" (image); 16" x 20" (sheet) "View Of The City Pittsburgh In 1817", 1877. Chromolithograph on paper, early view of Pittsburgh at the confluence, with riverboats, Taken from a sketch drawn by Mrs. E. C. Gibson, wife of Jas. Gibson, Esq. of the Philadelphia Bar, while on her wedding tour in 1817, in wood frame, 19.5" X 23.75". Provenance: Daniel M. Fawcett Estate private collection, Pittsburgh, PA.
- COLLAGE ATTRIBUTED TO MARK ZETS.
COLLAGE ATTRIBUTED TO MARK ZETS. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (b. 1963). Assembled paper collage with a woman lounging by a phone and a saying on a television. Signed note to the back. Framed, 9.75"h. 11.5"w.
- Collection of miscellaneous newspapers
Collection of miscellaneous newspapers fifteen pieces including: ''Salisbury and Wincester Journal '' 1785 (English); ''Barnesville Gazette '' 1876 Barnesville GA; ''Jefferson Democrat '' 1871 Louisville KY; ''New England Palladium '' 1806; ''Village Record or Chester and Delaware Federalist '' 1821; along with seven other 19th C. newspapers; two newspapers relating news of FDR's death in April 1945; in addition to World War I-era ''The War is On '' 1917 newspaper.
- JOHN STOBART (B 1929, MA, FL) FRAMED
JOHN STOBART (B 1929, MA, FL) FRAMED AND GLAZEDcolored lithograph depicting "Pittsburgh, the Monongahela Waterfront in 1900". Signed lower right. #378/750. Sight size 23 1/2" x 34", overall 32" x 42".
- 2 NEWSPAPER SHEETS FROM PAca. 1789;
2 NEWSPAPER SHEETS FROM PAca. 1789; both printed issues of "The Pennsylvania Packet & Daily Adviser" printed by John Dunlap and David Claypoole of Philadelphia, single fold four page publication: Thurs., Sept. 17, 1789 noted several trade sale advertisements for Vendues (auction), one for 189 acre plantation in Bucks Co. - for sale "A British Sloop", "The Brig Delaware" and wanted bottle blowers for glass works; Thurs. July 2, 1789 noted shipping cargo trade advertising vendue records, reward for return of run-off servant girl, etc.; 11 1/2"x 18"; Condition: folding and some separation
- Rare small folio Currier & Ives
Rare small folio Currier & Ives hand colored lithograph titled ''Great Conflagration at Pittsburgh Pa.''. Published by Turned & Fisher 15th North 6th Street. Phil'd & N Currier Spruce street. N.Y. Dated ''April 10th 1845'' lower margin. Also marked lower left ''Nearly 1200 houses destroyed'' and lower right ''Estimated loss of property $9 000 000''. Framed matted and under glass. Condition: minor discoloration from age trimmed margins see images. Sight measures 12.5'' wide x 9'' tall. Frame measures 19'' wide x 16'' tall. Shipping weight 3.3 lbs.UPDATED 10/19/11: Removed ''not examined out of frame''. Added ''minor discoloration from age trimmed margins'' to condition and added images out of frame.
- W. EUGENE SMITH (1918-1978): PITTSBURGH
W. EUGENE SMITH (1918-1978): PITTSBURGH CHILD PUTTING HAND IMPRESSIONS ON WALL Gelatin silver print 10 1/2 x 13 1/4 in. (image) dated 1955 stamped on verso.
- Lot of vintage newspapers, mostly
Lot of vintage newspapers, mostly The Philadelphia Inquirer & West Chester Daily Local, including 1844 National Intelligencer , 1901 Harrisburg Telegraph McKinley Funeral, 1945 Hirohito Surrender, 1945 War in Europe Over, 1945 Japan Armistice, 1945 Roosevelt Funeral, 1948 Dewey campaign, 1963 JFK Assassination, 1963 New York Times JFK Funeral, 1963 Evening Journal Kennedy funeral, 1984 Libertarian Party News
- Group of American Historic Newspapers
Group of American Historic Newspapers principally Baltimore and Boston including: ''The Baltimore Sun Vol. I May 17 1837 '' ''The Baltimore Sun April 11 1861 '' ''The Baltimore Patriot and Evening Advertiser January 24 1814 '' ''Boston Weekly Messenger August 7 and August 28 1812 '' and ''The Hartford CT American Mercury September 18 1797'' Estimate $ 100-200
- 1 vol. (American Newspaper.) Philadelphia
1 vol. (American Newspaper.) Philadelphia Mirror. Philadelphia, July 2, 1836 - June 26, 1837. Vol. 1, nos. 1-52. Folio, contemp. marbled bds & sheep spine & corners; spine & corners rubbed, bds. scuffed. Scattered, generally light, foxing. Pp. 371-376 loose. Includes the obituaries of James Madison and Bishop White, articles relating to Texas (Battle of San Jacinto, reflections on The Alamo), woodcut illus. of Girard College, Merchants Hall & Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia.