r Stan. V. Henkels (Firm) Unique collection of broadsides gathered by Gerard Bancker Z 1238 .B21 1898 'I ( j Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2016 with funding from Duke University Libraries https://archive.org/details/uniquecollection01stan UNIQUE COLLECTION OF REVOLUTIONARY BROADSIDES Gathered by Gerard Bancker PROVINCIAL TREASURER OF NEW YORK NOW SOLD FOR THE ESTATE OF THE LATE JAS. A. BANCKER CATALOGUE COMPILED AND SALE AT THE BOOK AUCTION ROOMS OF DAVIS & HARVEY, 1212 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. CONDUCTED BY STAN. V. HENKELS, REDUCED FACSIMILE OF LOT 133 Catalogue No. 809 UNIQUE COLLECTION OF BROADSIDES GATHERED BY GERARD BANCKER PROVINCIAL TREASURER OF NEW YORK AND TO BE SOLD FOR The Estate of the late JAS. A. BANCKER, New York P2mbr AGING The Largest Collection of Pre-Revolutionary and Revolutionary Broadsides Relating to New York City and State THAT HAS EVER BEEN OFFERED FOR SALE AND Historical Relics, Continental Money, Portraits, Bust of Washington, etc. TO BE SOLD Friday Evening, March 25th, 1898 AT 8 O’CLOCK CATALOGUE COMPILED AND SALE CONDUCTED BY STAN. V. HENKELS. AT THE BOOK AUCTION ROOMS OF DAVIS & HARVEY, 1212 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. On Exhibition, March ijih to 2^th For those who cannot attend the sale, we take great pleasure in recommending the following gentlemen, who will accept orders. W. E. Benjamin, lo West Twenty-second street. New York. W. R. Benjamin, 287 Fourth avenue. New York. C. DeF. Burns, Room 65, 20 Nassau street. New York. J. 0. Wright & Co., 6 East Forty-second street, New York. Joseph F. Sabin, 80 Nassau street. New York. J. S. Bradley, Jr., Nassau and Liberty streets. New York. Geo. E. Littlefield, 67 Cornhill, Boston, Massachusetts. W. H. Lowdermilk & Co., 1424 F street, Washington, D. C. The Robert Clarke Co., 61 W. Fourth street, Cincinnati, Ohio. A. C. McClurg & Co., 1 17 Wabash avenue, Chicago, Ills. Henry T. Coates & Co., Chestnut and Juniper streets, Phila. Geo. H. Rigby, 1 1 13 Arch street, Philadelphia. Francis P. Harper, 17 East Sixteenth street. New York. Frederick W. Morris, 1 14 Fifth avenue. New York. W. H. Campion & Co., 1006 Walnut street, Philadelphia. C. L. Traver, 108 South Broad street, Trenton, N. J. David G. Francis & Co., 12 East Fifteenth street. New York. Chas. Steigerwalt, 130 East King street, Lancaster. Dodd, Mead & Co., Booksellers, New York. Leary & Co., 9 S. Ninth street, Philadelphia. S. B. Luyster, 79 Nassau street. New York. John J. McVey, Thirteenth street above Filbert, Phila. Or the auctioneer, Stan. V. Henkels, 1212 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. TERMS OF SALE— CASH. Bids are always so much per Piece. RKM ARKS This Collection of Broadsides should not be passed over carelessly by our various historical societies and collectors of Americana. Probably never before, in the annals of auctioneer- ing, has such an interesting and important collection been brought under the hammer. It was made by Gerard Bancker, Provincial Treasurer of New York, who gathered them, one by one, as they were issued, and stitched them together in a crude manner, after the style of the early colonist with his almanacs ; and they re- mained in this form until I separated them, preparatory to making this catalogue. They date from the earliest inception of the Stamp Act troubles to the termination of the Revolutionary War, and portray, in themselves, a history of the pre-Revolutionary and Revolutionary times in New York, and clearly show what a heroic and hard fight the colonists of that State made to induce its people to forsake their Tory tendencies ; and how well they performed their mission is attested to in reading the life of Jay, a Livingston, a Low, a De Lancey and a Hamilton. I think I am correct in saying that such an opportunity may never occur again. The old New York newspapers are of the greatest interest, as well as the caricatures on Thomas Jefferson and the Continental Congress. The Old Iron Safe must be looked upon with due reverence, as the receptacle in which were stored the valuables of Provincial New York ; and the Book of Patents, of Ulster County, New York, must ever prove a source of great historical interest in connection with ancient land titles of the early settlers. The Bust of Washington, by Trentanove, should command particular attention, from the fact that it was made in competition with Canova ; and the Rembrandt Peale Portrait of Washington, in oil, is one of the very best that ever emanated from his palette. It is hardly necessary for me to enter into any lengthy descrip- tion of the catalogue, as each item is fully described herein, and the reader cannot fail to becorne interested enough to peruse every page. STAN. V. HENKELS. E. J. BICKING PRINTBK TENTH AND MARKET STS PHILADELPHIA 1 ^ 0 . 809 CRTflliOGUE. BROADSIDES. Colonial and Revolutionary. Capture of Fort Montgomery, etc. “ By Authority, New York, October 8, 1777. Early this Morning Lieutenant Colonel Innes, Inspector General of Provincial P'orces, arrived from Fort Montgomery with the agreeable News, that, on the Evening of the 6th Instant ; that Fort with Fort Clinton and its Dependencies, were taken by Storm by his Majesty’s Troops under the Command of Lieu- tenant-General Sir Henry Clinton, our Loss does not exceed one Hundred and fifty killed and wounded “ The Gallantry and Perseverance of the British and Provincial Troops cannot be sufficiently applauded. “ Immediately after the Surrender of the Forts, the Rebels set Fire to their Frigates, Gallie.s, &c. “ We are sorry to inform the Public that the gallant Lieutenant Colonel Campbell, oi the 5 2d Regiment, Major Sill of the 63d, Major Grant of the New York Volunteers, and Captain Stewart of the 26th Regiment, are among the killed. “A particular Account of this glorious and important Success will soon be published by Authority, and printed by James Rivington. “ Printer to the King’s Most Excellent Majesty.” Large folio, uncut edges See facsimile. 2 2 Against the Landing of Tea in Boston. “ Boston, Dec. i, 1773. At a meeting of the People of Boston, and the neighbouring Towns, at Faneuil-Hall in said Boston, on Monday the 29th of November, 1773, nine O’clock, A.M , and continued by adjournment to the next day, for the purpose of consulting, advising and determining upon the most proper and effectual method to prevent the unlading, receiving, or vending the detestable tea, sent out by the East India Company, part of which being just arrived in this harbour. In order to proceed with due regularity, it was moved that a moderator be chosen and Jonathan Williams, Esq., was then chosen moderator of the meeting.” Then follow the Resolves of the Meeting ; devising means to prevent the landing of the tea ; the Governor’s proclamation commanding the meeting to disperse, etc. Large folio, uncut edges 3 Letters from Washington to Gage, and Gage to Wash- ington. Relative to the cruel treatment of prisoners. “ Philada., September 29th, 1775. The following letters are published by order of the Honourable Continental Congress.” Washington to Gage, Cambridge, August I 1 , 1775 ; Gage to Washington, Boston, August 1 3, 1775 , and Washington to Gage, Cambridge, August 19, 1775. In the last letter Washington says, “ What may have been the ministerial views, which have precipitated the present crisis, Lexington, Concord, and Charlestown can best declare. May that God, to whom you then appealed, judge between America and you. Under his providence, those, who influence the council of America, and all the other inhabitants of the United Colonies, at the hazard of their lives, are determined to hand down to posterity, those just and invaluable privileges which they received from their Ancestors. “ I shall now. Sir, close my correspondence with you, perhaps forever. If your officers, our prisoners, receive a treatment from me, different from what I wished to shew them, they and you will remember the occasion of it.” On this occasion Washington notified General Gage that he was ac- quainted with the inhuman treatment exercised by him toward American prisoners, and threatened retalliation. Gage answered and untruthfully denied it, and at the same time upbraided Washington and the patriots for their disloyalty. Washington answered this epistle in probably one of the most masterly letters that ever emanated from his pen. All three of the letters are quoted in full in this very interesting broadside. See facsimile. 3 4 Bombardment and Burning of Falmouth. “An Express just arrived from General Washington Camp at Cam- bridge, Oct. 24, 1775.” Containing an account by Pearson Jones, of the threat of Captain Mowat, of the Ship “ Conceaux,” to burn the town of P'almouth, and warning the inhabitants to leave ; and Nathaniel Green's account of the bombardment and destruction of the said town In issuing his order for the inhabitants to leave Falmouth, Captain Mowat informed them that his order was to “ Set on Fire all the Sea-port towns between Boston and Halifax.” See facsimile. 5 “The Answer of the Congress to the King’s Procla- mation.” “ We the Delegates of the Thirteen United Colonies in North-America, have taken into our most serious consideration a Proclamation issued from the Court of St. James on the twenty-third day of August last. The name of Majesty is used to give it a sanction and influence, and, on that account it becomes a matter of importance to wipe off, in the name of the people of the United-Colonies, the aspersions which, it is calcu- lated to throw upon our cause, and to prevent, as far as possible, the undeserved punishments, which it is de- signed to prepare for our friends,” etc. “ Extract from the Minutes, Charles Thomson, Secy.” Folio, uncut edges In this proclamation the Continental Congress threatens the King to retalliate on loyalists in their power, by inflicting on them the same punish- ments, which he threatens to inflict upon those whom he was pleased to call rebels. 6 News of the Battle of Bunker’s Hill. “ New York, June 24th 1775. Last Night Arrived an Express From the Provincial-Camp near Boston, with the following inter- esting Account of an Engagement, at Charlestown, be- tween about Three thousand of the King’s Regular Forces, and about Half the Number of Provincials, on Saturday the 17th instant,” etc. Folio, uncut edges. Printed by John Holt, on Water Street, near the Coffee House. Folio, uncut edges. See facsimile. 7 The Threatened Invasion of Long Island by the British for Provisions. “ New York Aug. 29, 1775 Fresh News, Just Arrived from Gen. Wooster. Oyster Ponds, 27th Aug. 1775. Sir, Your Favor of the iith Instant, came duly to Hand, and I should have sailed for Haer- lem, without loss of Time, had I not received the follow- ing Intelligence from Gen. Washington,” etc. “ To P. V. B. Livingston Esq.” Folio, uncut edges. See facsimile. 4 8 The Capture of the Fortress of Chamblee. “Albany October 30, 1775. Fresh Advices from Canada. Last Saturday Evening an Express from the Continental Army in Canada, arrived in this City, with the following important Intelligence viz. That the P'ortress of Cham- blee was taken the i8th instant; The Garrison surren- dered Prisoners of War; To facilitate its Reduction, the Canadians carried the Cannon, of the Continental Troops, down the Rapids and past the Fort at St. John’s; Our Troops were attacked at La Prarie, but the Party who attacked them were defeated with much Loss, Their formidable Schooner was sunk by our cannon. Two Stand of Colours were taken at Chamblee, We have taken such a Quantity of Powder, and Ammunition of all kind, that the Reduction of St. John’s is almost certain,” etc. Folio, uncut edges See facsimile. 9 The Answer of The Continental Congress to the King’s Proclamation. “Philadelphia. In Congress, December 6, 1775. We the Delegates of the Thirteen United Colonies in North America,” etc. 4to, uncut edges The same as lot 5, only printed on a smaller sheet. See facsimile. 10 King George the III.’s Speech to Parliament in Reference to the Aid rendered the Revolting Colonies by France. “ His Majesty’s most gracious speech to both Houses of Parliament, November 26. . . . “I have called you together, in a conjuncture which de- mands your most serious attention ; in the time of pro- found peace, without pretence of provocation or colour complaint, the Court of France hath not forbore to disturb the public tranquility in violation of the faith of treaties and the general right of sovereigns, at first by the clandestine supply of arm.s and other aid, to my re- volted subjects in North Amarica, and afterwards by avowing openly their support, and entering into several engagements with the leaders of the rebellion, and at length by committing open hostilities and depredations on my faithful subjects and by an actual invasion of my dominions m America and the West-Indies,” etc , etc. Published by James Rivington, Printer to the King’s Most Excellent Majesty Folio, uncut edges See facsimile. 5 11 Episcopalian Church Row in New York in Colonial Times. “ To the Freeholders and Freemen of the City and County of New York, in Communion with the Re- formed Dutch Church. Beloved Brothren, I am ex- tremely unable to express the concern I feel, upon being inform’d, that many of your respectable Communion, are, at this critical juncture, disunited in your choice of four worthy Persons to represent you in the next Gen- eral Assembly, and especially that your Prejudices to the worthy Gentlemen proposed by so many of your Fellow Citizens, should arise from an Apprehension, that they are too favourable to the Interest of the Episcopal Church,” etc. Signed, “The Old Dutchman.” Large folio, uncut edges A plea from a member of the Reformed Dutch Church of New York, for the re-election to the Assembly of members who were Episcopalians. 12 “The Confession of John Macintyre taken by Hugh Warden, in the presence of Mr. David Mitchelson and Richard Cater.” Macintyre was arrested for rob- bing his master, and confessed his guilt, at the same time implicating James McDowal, who induced him to enter into an agreement to rob his master, and ass ist him in completing a contract to clothe some Virginia troops, etc. Dated, 1778.- Folio, uncut edges. 13 A Plea for New York to send Delegates to the Conti- nental Congress. “ To the inhabitants of the City and County of New York.” Signed, “ A Citizen.” New York, March 4, 1775. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages “ A great noise is made for Tea, they can’t live without it. — they won’t live without it — the big babes cry as much for Tea as little babes do for pap — For shame ! for shame ! . . . . Go then, on Monday, to the Exchange, and delay not to pursue the advise of the Congress, by forthwith declaring, that Deputies shall be chosen to meet those from the other countries, and in conjunction with them, appoint Delagates for the next Congress.” Etc. 14 New York and the Continental Congress. “ The follow- ing Extracts from the Proceedings of the Committee of Observations for the City and County of New York, are by them directed to be published. The Committee met, according to Adjournment, the 27th of February, 1775.” Large folio, uncut edges. 2 pages. Printed March 9, 1775 15 Sons of Liberty in New York. “At a Meeting of the True Sons of Liberty, in the City of New York, July 27, 1774. Properly convened; Present, John Calvin, John Knox, Roger Rumpus,” etc. “ By order of the Meeting. Ebenezer Snuffle, Secretary.” Folio, uncut edges A travesty on the election of members to the Continental Congress, 6 16 The Eve of the Revolution in New York. “ Committee Chamber, Sept. 30, 1774, 6 O’clock, P. M. It was resolved unanimously, That the following Narrative of the Proceedings of the Committee be published,” etc. Folio, uncut edges Resolutions against certain loyalists who impersonated the Committee appointed by the Freeholders and Freemen of the City of New York. Signed by Joseph Totten and Henry Remsen. 17 The Eve of the Revolution in New York. “Proceedings of the Committee of Correspondence in New York. Committee-Chamber, July 13, 1774. Present, Mr. Goelet, Mr. Jay, Mr. W. Bayard, Mr. Curtenius, Mr. Remsen, Mr. Booth, Mr. Laight, Mr. Thurman, Mr. Bache, Mr. Nicoll, Mr. G. H. Ludlow, Mr. W. Walton, Mr. Ham. Young, Mr. R. Yates, Mr. Duyckinck,” etc. Signed by Isaac Low. Folio, uncut edges The Resolutions of the Committee of Correspondence in reference to blocking up the Port of Boston, the destruction of the tea, etc., and ad- vising the sending of delegates to the Continental Congress. 18 The Eve of the Revolution in New York. “ The follow- ing Persons were mentioned in the Committee of Obser- vation as proper to be elected for a general committee for the City and County of New York, in the present alarming Exigency.” (Then follows the names of the Committee, followed by the Address of the Committee to the Freeholders and Freemen of the City and County of New York. Dated, New York, April 28, 1775. Signed by Isaac Low. Folio, uncut edges Imploring the citizens to vote for a committee to appoint delegates to attend a Provincial Convention. 19 A Defence of the House of Assembly for granting money for the Maintenance of the Troops in New York, enti- tled “A Citizen’s Address to the Public.” New York, December 18, 1769. Folio, uncut edges. 20 The Tea Tax in New York. An address “ To the Worthy Inhabitants of the City of New York,” signed “ Popli- cola.” Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages An agreement in favor of purchasing the tea of the importers, but obtaining redress from the taxation in another way than proscribing the sale of the tea. 21 The Eve ef the Revolution in New York. “To the Worthy Inhabitants of the City and County of New York.” An address by “A Citizen,” deploring the un- happy dissentions which are “ dividing the inhabitants of the Metropolis of the British-American Empire.” Folio, uncut edges. 7 22 The Address, Petition and Remonstrance of the Lord Mayor, Aldermen and Livery of London, to George the Third, in reference to the Tyrannical Measures pursued against their fellow-subjects in America. “ New York, September 5, 1775. Fresh Intelligence Received Yesterday Evening by Captain Lee, from Liverpool.” Folio, uncut edges The Lord Mayor of London requested George the Third to receive this address, sitting on the throne. The King answered, “ I am ever ready to receive Addresses and Petitions, but I am the Judge where !” 23 Against the Election of Loyalists for Magistrates in New York. “ To the Freemen and Freeholders of the City and County of New York.” New York, Septem- ber 3d, i775- Folio, uncut edges. An address against the election of magistrates who are inimical to the interests of the colonies. 24 New York in the Continental Congress. “ To the Free- holders and Freemen of the City of New York.” By “A Freem.'in.” Folio, uncut edges. Written, evidently, by a Loyalist to create discord among the Friends of Liberty. 25 New York in the Continental Congress. “ To the Free- holders and Freemen of the City of New York.” By “Another Freeman.” New York, March 14, 1775 A plea for sending delegates to the Continental Congress, and an expose of the motives of the author of the preceding. No. 24. 26 New York in the Continental Congress. ‘‘To the Inhab- itants of the City and Colony of New York.” By “ A Citizen.” New York, June 30th, 1774. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages Evidently written by a Loyalist for the purpose of sowing discord among the Friends of Liberty. 27 New York on the Eve of the Revolution. “ To the Free- born Citizens of New York.” By “A Moderate Man.” New York, July 11, 1774. Folio, uncut edges. Against certain “Resolves” which passed in the Committee of Cor- respondence, which caused a disunion of that body, and praying that the disgruntled members retrace their steps. 28 New York on the Eve of the Revolution. “ To the In- habitants of the City and County of New York.” Signed, “Agricola.” New York, July I2, 1774. Folio, uncut edges. In answer to the preceding. 8 29 Against Lawyers being Elected to the Assembly. “ To the Freeholders and Freemen of the City and County of New York.” By “ Philanthropos,” 1768. And an Address to the Freeholders and Freemen of the City of New York. By William Johonas Von Dore Manadus. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages 30 Against Lawyers being Elected to the Assembly of New York. ‘‘ A Better Creed than the Last.” Folio, uncut edges. 31 Against Lawyers being Elected to the Assembly of New York, “ The Voter’s New Catechism.” Folio, uncut edges 32 Against the Overtaxing of New York City. “ To John Cruger, James Jauncey, James Delancey and Jacob Walton, Esqrs. The Representation in General Assem- bly, for the City and County of New York.” Signed “ Aristides.” Folio, uncut edges 33 Letters to Mr. Samuel Hake. By Robert Leigh, 1773. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages A very abusive letter, illustrating the old time mode of collecting debts, and imprisonment for the non-payment of the same. 34 Debates on Dividing Orange County, New York. A Humorous Speech in Broken English, by J r D. N s. Folio, uncut edges 35 New York in the Continental Congress. “ To the In- habitants of the City and County of New York.” By “Another Citizen.” New York, June 5, 1774. Folio, uncut edges In favor of the election of John Alsop, Philip Livingston, James Duane, Isaac Low and John Jay, as Delegates to the Continental Congress. 36 Against the Assembly Voting Funds for the Support of the Loyal Troops. “ To the Betrayed Inhabitants of the City and Colony of New York.” By “A Son of Lib- erty. New York, December 16, 1769. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages. An address deprecating the act of the Assembly in passing an appropri- ation for the support of the troops who were to be used for the purpose of enforcing the Stamp Act. 37 Against the Employment of Soldiers. An Address “ to the Public.” Signed, “ Brutus.” New York, January ^ 5 > * 770 - Folio, uncut edges. A violent appeal against the Billeting Act, and giving an account of the attempt by the soldiers to blow up the “ Liberty-Pole,” and of their scanda- lous treatment of Mr. Montanyes for preventing them from carrying out their plan. See facsimile. 9 38 The Tea Tax Dispute. “ Fellow Citizens, Friends to Lib- erty and Equal Commerce,” etc. By a Student of Law. New York, November 19, 1773. Folio, uncut edges. 4 pages. Refuting the charges, in two scurrilous letters, that the tea tax had been repealed. 39 The Enthusiastic Patriot, or Cobler of Messina. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages. A broadside republishing an old Italian legend, as a warning to the Loyalists, on account of their tyrannical deeds toward the friends of liberty. 40 The Tea Tax and the Monopoly of the East India Com- pany. “To the Worthy Inhabitants of New, York.” An address by “ a Mechanic.” Folio, uncut edges. 4 pages. Fully explaining the Tea Tax, the Monopoly of the East India Com- pany, and the Perfidy of the British Government. 41 The Dispute about Appropriating Money for the Sup- plies of the Royal Troops. “As a Scandalous Paper has peared, stiled. An Answer to the foolish Reason for re- choosing the old Members &c.. Calculated to asperse the Character of three ot the late members. Candidates for the ensuing Election, It is necessary for the satisfac- tion ol the Public, to give a true narrative of their Con- duct in the late House of Assembly, respecting some matters which are grossly misrepresented,” etc. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages. 42 On the Election of Members to the Assembly. “ To the PTeeholders and Freemen of the City and County of New York,” etc. New York, January 9, 1769. Folio, uncut edges. Advocating the election of John Cruger, James De Lancey, Jacob Wal- ton and James Jauncey. 43 Speech of Mr. Justice Livingston, made on Friday, the 25th of January, in support of his claim to a seat in the House of the General Assembly. Folio, uncut edges, 4 pages. 44 An Anecdote of a Certain Candidate for the ensuing Elec- tion. By Brutus. Folio, uncut edges. Relating to the feud between the Dissenters and the Churchmen for members of the Assembly. 45 A Letter from John Cruger “ To the Freeholders and Free- men of the City and County of New York,” accepting the nomination for the House of Representatives. Dated, New York, January 9, 1769. P'olio, uncut edges. 10 46 Proclamation of Whitehead Hicks, Mayor of New York, to the Inhabitants of the City of New York, against the Storing of Gunpowder in the City. Dated, New York, January 18, 1772. Folio, uncut edges. 47 Important Doubts, very Interesting to the Good People of this Colony, to be determined on Thursday next, by the General Assembly. Signed, “ Brutus.” Tuesday, Janu- ary 14, 1772. Folio, uncut edges. In reference to the disqualification of Colonel Lewis Morris and Philip Livingston to seats in the Assembly, on account of non-residence in the dis- tricts from which they were elected. 48 The Sentiments of a Free and Independent Elector on the Resolutions of the House of Assembly for exclud- ing Judges of the Supreme Court. New York, January 26, 1771. Folio, uncut edges, 4 pages. 49 United Sons of Liberty. The Public Notice of the Forma- tion of the Society of the United Sons of Liberty. Dated, New York, July 7, 1769. Folio, uncut edges. See facsimile. 50 The Speech of the Honourable Cadwallader Golden, Esq. His Majesty’s Lieutenant-Governor and Commander-in- Chief of the Colony of New York, and the Territories depending thereon, in America, to His Majesty’s Coun- cil, and the General Assembly of the Colony of New York, on the 22d of November, 1769. Folio, uncut edges, 2 pages. 51 His Majesty’s Most Gracious Speech to both Houses of Parliament, on Tuesday the Thirteenth Day of Novem- ber, 1770. Folio, uncut edges. Printed at New York, ' 770 . Refers to the “ very unwarrantable practices still carried on in Massa- chusetts-Bay.” 52 The Speech of the Statue of the Right Hon. William Pitt, Earl of Chatham, to the Virtuous and Patriotic Citizens of New York. P'olio, uncut edges. 53 Report of the Committee Appointed by the Inhabitants of the City of New York, on December 29, 1768, to consider measures to encourage industry and frugality, and employ the poor ; together with the Form of the Subscription-Roll adopted by the Committee. Folio, uncut edges, 2 pages, A sort of an embargo against English manufacturers in retaliation for the restraints on commerce imposed by Great Britain. 54 A Pill for the Committees of Non-Importation. By Paracelsus. Friday, October 13, 1769. Folio, uncut edges. I 1 1 55 Non-Importation Agreement. “ To the Free and Loyal Inhabitants of the City and Colony of New York.” Signed, “ Brutus.” Folio, uncut edges. An address against the enemies of the non-importation agreement. “O! Ye Betrayers of the glorious cause, remember the Boston Importer, Rogers, I say, remember him and tremble.” 56 William Goddard’s Inflammatory Letter, against John Foxcroft, Master of the Posts in America. “ New York, May 2, 1775. To the Friends of Freedom in the City of New York,” etc. Folio, uncut edges. “ I think it my indispensable Duty .... to hold up to your View as vile an Incendiary and Conspirator against the happiness of this much in- jured insulted Country, as ever was transported from Britain, — this character may be found in the person of a certain John Foxscroft, formerly an upper Servant to a gentleman in Virginia Who frequented a Gam- bling-House, to which he was Groom-Porter, this servant was drawn from his humble apartment in his Master’s Hotel at Williamsburgh, and created Master of the Posts in North America.” Etc. 57 George III. asks for Means to send Troops to America. “ His Majesty’s most gracious Speech to both Houses of Parliament.” On Friday, October 27, 1775. 4to, uncut edges. Printed by H. Gaine, in Hanover-Square. George the III.’s address to Parliament acquainting them of the in- surrection in America, and laying before them estimates, for the sending of troops to America to subdue the rebellious colonies. 58 The Death of Lord Percy. “ New-York, Tuesday, April 25 > 1775 - This Day, about Noon, arrived a second Express Irom New England, with the following im- portant advices Printed from the attested original by John ITolt.” Folio, uncut edges. “ Colonel Wadsworth was over in this place (Wallingford) most yesterday, and has ordered 20 men out of each company in his regiment, some of which had already set off ... . The King’s Troops .... were then encamped on Winter Hill and were surounded by 20,000 of our men; who were entrenching — Colonel Gardner’s ambush proved fatal to Lord Percy, and another General Officer, who were killed on the spot, the first fire.” Etc. See facsimile. 59 Address of the Lord Mayor of London to the King in behalf of America. “New York, September 8, 1775. The Ship Samson, Captain Coupar, arrived here this morning on 8 weeks from London, by whom we are favored with the following petition which was to have been delivered to his Majesty the 14th July, b}'’ the Lord Mayor and Livery of London” Asking the King to be lenient to his subjects in America, and “that those Operations of Force, which at present distract them with the most dreadful apprehension, may be suspended.” Etc. 12 60 New York and the Continental Congress. “ To the Freemen and Freeholders of the City and County of New York.” Signed by John Thurman, chairman. 4to, uncut edges. Address to the public, cautioning them not to be too hasty in electing delegates to the Continental Congress, and advocating a change of date for holding the meeting for that purpose. 61 News from Benjamin Franklin. “ New York, May 5, 1775. Extract of a letter from Philadelphia to a gentleman in this city, dated the 6th inst. 4to, uncut edges. New York, Printed by John Anderson, at Beek- man’s Slip “ Yesterday evening Dr. Franklin arrived here from London, in six weeks, which he left the 20th of March, which has given great joy to this town, he says we have no favors to expect from the Ministry, nothing but submission will satisfy them, they expect little or no opposition will be made to their troops, those that are now coming are for New York, where it is ex- pected they will be received with cordiality. . . . Dr Franklin is highly pleased to find us arming and preparing for the worst events, he thinks nothing else ean save us from the most abject Slavery, and destruction,” etc. See facsimile. 62 Against the Exportation of Nails, and Supplying the Royal Troops at Boston. “To the Respectable In- habitants of the City of New York. New York, 29th March, 1775.” Signed by ‘‘ Isaac Low.” Address of the committee advising them not to export any more nails, so as to prevent a scarcity, and councelling against supplying the Royal troops at Boston, until they have assurances “ that nothing hostile is intended against us.” 63 New York and the Siege of Boston. “ To the Inhabitants of the City and County of New York .... Thursday Night, April i 3, i 775.” The committee’s address to the inhabitants of New York, begging them not to assist General Gage, with implements of war, etc., to carry on the siege of Boston, and calling for a meeting at the “ Liberty Pole,” to take action against Ralph Thurman and Robert Harding, tor persisting in supplying the British troops with necessaries. See facsimile. 64 The Secret Ballot in Colonial New York. “To the In- dependent Freeholders and Freemen of this City and County .... New York Jan. 4, 1770.” Signed by Abel Hardenbrook, Gerard W. Beekman, John Alsop, VVm. Ludlow, John Thurman, Geo. Harrison, Theophy- laet Bache, Thos. Randle, Isaac Low, Edward Laight, Jonathan Lawrence, Charles Nicoll. 4to, uncut edges. Calling for a meeting at the Merchant’s Coffee-House, of the freeholders and freemen, to convey their sentiments respecting the voting by secret ballot. 13 65 The Sixteenth Regiment of Foot and the Liberty Pole at New York. 4to, uncut edges. A taunting address issued by the Sixteenth Regiment of Foot, against the Sons of Liberty, who accused them of destroying the Liberty Pole, and blaming them for representing the army in a heinous light before the public. 66 New York and the Continental Congress. “To the re- spectable Public. We conceive the Sense of our Fellow Citizens, relative to the Delegates to represent them at the proposed Congress, (notwithstanding the Proceed- ings of Yesterday at the Coffee-House) remains so un- certain, that until the Sentiments of the Town are ascer- tained with greater Precision, we can by no Means con- sider ourselves, or any others, nominated as Delegates, duly chosen or authorized to act in so honourable and important a Station. John Alsop, Isaac Low, John Jay. New York, July 20, 1774.” 4to, uncut edges. 67 New York and the Continental Congress. “ Committee- Chamber, July 25th 1774. Proceedings of the Commit- tee of Correspondence, Mr. Henry Remsen, seconded by Mr. Abraham Duryee made a motion in the words fol- lowing, — Mr. Chairman, I move that a Poll be opened at the usual Places of Pllection in each Ward in this City, on Thursday the 28th Inst, at 9 O’clock in the Morning to Elect five Deputies for the City and County of New York, to meet in Congress at Philadelphia, on the P'irst of September next,” etc. Signed by Isaac Low. 4to, uncut edges. 68 New York and the Continental Congress. “To the Respectable Public.” An address. Signed by Isaac Low. Dated, March 15, 1775. 4^0, uncut edges. Isaac Low’s public refusal to be a Delegate to the Continental Con- gress. 69 New York and the Continental Congress. “ To the Public. Many Citizens being desirous of the seeing the Motion, made in Committee, on the 6th instant, by Mr. Henry Remsen, it is now published for their considera- tion.” March 13, 1775. Signed, “A Voter.” 4to, uncut edges. Against a provincial convention, and in favor of the “ old five Dele- gates ” for the Continental Congress. 70 New York and the Continental Congress. “To the Freeholders and Freemen of the City of New York.” “ New York, March 4, 1775.” Signed, “Americanus.” 4to, uncut edges. An address urging the people to make haste, and elect Delegates to the Continental Congress, before it is too late. “All of our sister colonies, have already chosen their Delegates In our Union, we have everything to expect; in Disunion, Ruin and Destruction." 14 71 New York and the Continental Congress. “To the respectable Inhabitants of the City of New York." 4th March, 1775. Signed, “ a Freeholder.” 4to, uncut edges. Reasons why New York should elect Delegates to the Continental Con- gress. 72 New York and the Continental Congress. “To the very learned, loquacious, rhetorical, oratorical, disputa- tive, flexible, incomprehensible, impenetrable, pathetic, and irresistably eloquent Chairman.” March 4, 1775. Signed, “ a Tory.” 4to, uncut edges. Condemning John Thurman as a Loyalist, and giving reasons why New York should elect Delegates to the Continental Congress before April 20, 1775 . 73 New York and her Neighbouring Colonies. “At a Meet- ing at the Exchange, i6th May 1774, Isaac Low, chosen Chairman, 1st Question put. Whether it is necessary for the present, to appoint a Committee to correspond with the neighbouring Colonies, on the present important Crisis? Carried in the Affirmative by a great Majority,” etc. 4to, uncut edges. See facsimile. 74 New York and the Continental Congress. “ To John M. S- — -, Esq.” New York, July 23, 1774. Signed, “ a Citizen.” 4to, uncut edges. 2 pages. A caustic letter to John M. S , assailing his character, denouncing him as an enemy to the cause of liberty, and endorsing the election of Isaac Low, John Alsop, John Jay, Philip Livingston and James Duane, as Dele- gates to the Continental Congress. 75 New York and the Continental Congress. “ The follow- ing are the names of the Persons proposed to be elected as a Committee on Tuesday next, agreeable to the Recommendation of the Congress, New York, November 17, 1774.” 4to, uncut edges The names of the committee appointed to devise means to elect Dele- gates to the Continental Congress, and to protect the interest of the colony of New York against British aggression. 76 New York and the Continental Congress. “To the Re- spectable Public. Have a good end in view and pursue it.” New York, Jnly 25, 1774. ‘‘An honest Ameri- can.” 4to, uncut edges. An address, advocating haste in electing Delegate to the Continental Congress, and to avoid all disputes as to the manner of electing them . IS 77 New York on the Eve of the Revolution. “ To the Re- spectable Body of Gentlemen nominated by the publick Voice as a Committee, for managing the Affairs of the Inhabitants of this City, in the present Exigency of our publick concerns. The Representation of a Number of the Citizens, who chose you to act in their behalf on all matters relating to the publick Weal,” etc. Signed, “Joseph Totten,” New York, September 29, 1774. 4to, uncut edges A request for the committee to call a meeting, to make Resolves “ for the preservation of the Peace, good order, and general Weal of this Commu- nity,” and the assent of the committee to hold the meeting on September 30, 1774, at the City Hall. 78 New York and the Importation Agreement. “A Card, Number i.” New York, June 20, 1770. 4to, uncut edges. An address against the “ Importation Agreement” by a member of the Church of England and a Son of Liberty. 79 Henry White’s Declaration of Loyalty to the Cause of Liberty. “ To the Public. The last news from Phila- delphia, containing certain paragraphs, purporting to be a letter from England, containing imputations, that the subscriber, has been instrumental by letters, to the sending out of Troops to this country, to give aid to persons here against America,” etc. Signed, “ Henry White.” New York, April 20, 1775. 4to, uncut edges To the above is attached Henry White’s affidavit denying that he had ever done anything prejudicial to the interest and liberty of the country. 80 New York and the Provincial Congress. “ New York, Committee-Chamber, Wednesday, 26th April, 1775. The Committe having taken into consideration the com- motion occasioned by the sanguinary measure pursued by the British Ministry, and that the Powers with which this Committee is invested, respect only the association, are unanimously of opinion, That a new Committee be elected by the Freeholders and Freemen of the City and County that the said Committee consist of one hundred persons and that they dissolve within a fortnight next after the end of the next session of the Continental Congress That the polls be taken on Friday morning next,” etc. Signed by Isaac Low. 4to, uncut edges. i6 8 1 New York on the Eve of the Revolution. “ New York, Committee Chamber, 29th May 1775. Whereas the public Service of the Colony may render large supplies of the following Articles absolutely necessary, upon sudden emergencies, this Committee doth therefore recommend, to all our fellow-citizens, who are possessed of any Oznaburgs, Ravens Duck, Brown Russia Sheet- ing, etc, Not to dispose of them until the Provincial Congress shall determine on the expediency of detain- ing them for our own use,” etc. Signed by Henry Remsen. 4to, uncut edges. 82 New York and the Continental Congress. “ To the Free- holders and Freemen of the City and County of New York,” etc. March 14, 1775. Signed by “ a Friend to the Congress.” 4to, uncut edges. Urging the necessity of electing deputies to choose Delegates to the Continental Congress, and warning the public against the misrepresentations of the enemies to the cause of liberty. 83 Election of Assemblymen. “ City of New York, Febru- ary 1 1, 1768. To the Gentlemen Freeholders and Free- men of the said City and County of New York. Gen- tlemen, Permit me as a Native of the Province, and an old Servant of the City, to request your Votes and In- terest at the ensuing General Election for Assembly Men,” etc. Signed, by Amos Dodge, qto, uncut edges. 84 “ New York, February 2, 1768. This Evening, at Six O’clock, at the Exchange Room, The Committee, to whom it was referred, by Meeting of the Inhabitants of this City, to consider Means to promote Frugality, In- tegity and the Employment of our Tradesmen, and Poor, will make their Report. It is hoped there will be a full Meeting of the Inhabitants, to receive the same, that their Sentiments may be known on Matters of such Importance to the Community,” Small 4to, uncut edges. 85 “ The Times. Mankind is highly concerned to support that, wherein their own Safety is concerned and to de- stroy those Arts by which their Ruin is consulted,” etc. Signed, “A Merchant.” 4to, uncut edges. 4 pages. An address in favor of appropriating money for the support of the Royal Troops, and denouncing the American Patriots. 17 86 New York and the Non-Importation Agreement. “New York, July 24, 1770. To the Public. Many of the friends to the Non-Importation Agreement, judging it necessary to make a solemn Protest against the late resolution to violate that laudable Compact, have caused a Protest to be drawn up, which will be read at Hamp- den-Hall, on Wednesday Evening the 25th Inst, at 6 O’clock, and if approved they will proceed to sign it,” etc. Small 4to, uncut edges. 87 A Bribe for a New York Printer. “ New York, July 25, 1774. Extract of a Letter from London, byway of Philadelphia, to a Gentleman in this City. ‘ The Un- happy Disputes which at present subsist between Great Britain and America, fill our minds with melancholy reflections, as the Ministry here have adopted very severe Measures with you, and are determined, at all events, to carry their Point, and subdue all the Colonies, either by Force of Arms, or Bribery and Corruption, we are credibly informed here, that General Gage told Lord North, that he knew many persons of consequence in New York, who could easily be brought over to sell their Privileges for a Pension from the Crown. But we hope if there are any such among you, they may be carefully watched, and prevented from doing Injury to the Cause of Freedom. We are informed here, that it is the Purpose of Lord North, to offer one of your Printers Five Hundred Pounds, as an Inducement to undertake and promote Ministerial Measures.' ” Etc. Small 4to, uncut edges. 88 Union Activity and Freedom : or. Division, Supineness and Slavery, etc. “Monday Morning, December 18, 1769.” Signed, “a Son of Liberty.” Small 4to, uncut edges. An address against the bill to provide money for the Royal Troops. 89 A Call for a Meeting at the Liberty Pole. “ To the Public, The Inhabitants of the City and County, are hereby requested to meet at the Liberty-Pole, at half past XII O’clock To-morrow, to give their opinion on a matter of the greatest importance, in which the credit and interest of the City and County are deeply concerned. It is therefore hoped, that all those who have the in- terest and welfare of their Country at heart, will make it a point to attend on this occasion. New York, April 5, 1775. N. B. As some matters that more immedi- ately concern the Mechanics, will be taken into consi- deration, it is expected they will generally attend.” Small 4to, uncut edges. ( 2 ) i8 go Firearms Shipped to Walter Franklin. “To the Public City of New York, ss. Personally appeared be- fore me, Benjamin Blogge, Esq. one of his Majesty’s Justices of the Peace for the City of New York, Thos. Mesnard, master of the ship Lady Gage, who being duly sworn on the Holy Evangelists of Almighty God, deposeth and saith, that ten cases of merchandize marked which he supposes were fire-arms, and 3 cases and one cask marked I. C. shipped by Messrs. Haley & Co., merchants in London, and addressed to Walter Franklin of the city, were included in the mani- fest of the Ship’s Cargo.” Etc. “ December 30, 1774.” 4to, uncut edges. 91 A Warning to the Receivers of Tea. “New York, No- vember 5, 1773. To the Friends of Liberty and Com- merce. Gentlemen. It must be strongly marked on your Minds, That the End of the last Non-Importation Agreement, was to obtain a Repeal of the tyrannical Act of Parliament, that imposed a Duty on Glass, Painters Colours, Paper, Tea, &c When a worthy gentleman, late of the city, was applied to by the East India Company to take a consignment of Part of the Tea they intend to send to this Colony, to enslave you, his Answer was, ‘ That he would not have any concern with it, as it would be disagreeable to his Countrymen.’ .... But William Kelly, late of this place, where he got the means of his present Importance, in order to get the Commissions of the Sale of the Tea, said, that there was no Danger of the Resentment of the People of New York, if it should be as high as it was in the time of the Stamp Act. That, then, they had an old man (Mr Colden) to deal with, but now they have Gov- ernor Tyron (a Military Man) who had suppressed the Insurrection in North-Carolina, and he would cram the Tea down their Throats He is for this, by the Resolutions above mentioned, an Enemy to this Country, therefore, he, and whosoever shall aid, or abet, or, in any manner countenance the Execution of that diaboli- cal Project, should be treat accordingly. But, in doing this, avoid national Reflection. By order of the Le- gion’s Committee. ‘ Cassius.’ ” qto, uncut edges. 19 92 “ To All True Whighs and particularly to such as are In- dependent Electors of the City and County of New York,” etc. New York, September 28, 1775. Small 4to, uncut edges. Advocating and naming nominees for aldermen and councilmen who are friends to the “ Friends of American Liberty,” and calling for a meeting of the Liberty Pole. 93 Non-Importation Agreement. “ New York, June i 2, 1770. Advertisement, Whereas an Act was passed last ses- sion of Parliment for repealing the Act imposing a Duty on Paper Paint and Glass imported from Great Britain into the Colonies, by which a step is made towards reconciling the Differences that unhappily sub- sist between the Mother Country and the Colonies, We the subscribers, in Attention to the conciliating Measure, and at the same time to shew the just R igard we have for the Liberties of these Colonies, which we consider as infringed by all acts of Parliament imposing Taxes without our Consent, Do agree, that we will not import or receive from Great Britain, any Article or Articles upon which a Duty is laid or hereafter may be laid, for the purpose of raising a revenue in America, And whereas the aforesaid Act, repealing the Duties on Paper, Paint and Glass will not take place till after the 1st of December inst, We do also agree, not to import any of the said Articles until after the said 1st of De- cember next, and whereas the Duty on Tea still remains unrepealed we do hereby also further agree that we will not import from Great Britain any Tea until the said Duty be taken off, etc., etc. But the agreement shall not take place until we desire the concurrence of Boston and Philadelphia,” etc. Small 4to, uncut edges 94 “To the Inhabitants of the City and County of New York. The Committee appointed by the Inhabitants of this City, on the 19th instant, at the Coffee-House, for drawing up, and reporting to them, a Set of Constitu- tional Resolves, do hereby request them to assemble at the City Hall of this City, on Monday the 25th Day of this instant Month of July, in order to receive the Re- port of the said Committee. By order of the Commit- tee P. V. B. Livingston, Chairman. Dated, July 23, 1774. Small 4to, uncut edges. 20 95 Against Giving Supplies to the Troops. “ To the Public,” etc. Signed, “ Legion.” Small 4to, uncut edges. Denouncing the General Assembly for voting supplies for the troops, and calling an indignation meeting near Mr. De La Montagne’s. 96 New York on the Eve of the Revolution. “ To the Pub- lic,” etc. Signed “ The P'ree Citizens.” Dated, New York, September 14, 1774. Small 4to, uncut edges. An address to the public, requesting them to refuse to assist the govern- ment in transporting troops and military stores to Boston, and threatening those who render any assistance for that purpose. 97 Curious Poem, Ridiculing the Sons of Liberty, entitled “ Outlines.” About 1770. 8vo, uncut edges. “ Say, great McMikman, why so loud, And who so pestilent and proud, And wherefore all this dismal cry For Independent Liberty,” etc. 98 New York and the Continental Congress. “To the Friends of American Liberty: Gentlemen, As Mr. John Thurman, declared, yesterday on the Coffee- House bridge, in the presence of Messieurs John Laboy- teaux, Thomas Hazard, Alex. McDougal, Comfort Sands and sundry other persons, that he was ‘ not for appointing Delegates, he had got enough of them, that he never would entrust any man with such power,’ ” etc. Dated, Saturday Night, 4th March, 1775. Small 4to, uncut edges. 99 Philip Livingston’s Declination to Serve in the General Assembly. “ City of New York, ss. January 6th 1769. Whereas at a Meeting of the Freeholders and Freemen of this City, on Wednesday Evening last at the Exchange Room, We the Subscribers were present, and did hear Philip Livingston Esq., declare. That he did decline serving as a Member, for this City and County, in the next General Assembly for this Colony, and after so declining, he did return his Public Thanks to the Gentlemen present, for their past Favours to him. Geo. Harrison, Anthony Rutgers Jr., Henry Holland Jr., Jacob Degroot, R. Nassau Stephens. Sworn before me this 6th day of Jan. 1769 Geo. Brewerton, Justice of the Peace. Small qto, uncut edges. 100 Meeting at the Liberty Pole. “ To the Public,’’ etc. New York, December 28, 1769. Small 4to, uncut edges A call for a meeting at the Liberty Pole, to take the sense of the in- habitants of New York on the expediency of a law to elect Representatives by ballot. 21 101 Zur nacb right, Weilen Gegen mich 1 st aus Gestreued worden zu meinem mach theil gegen den nechten wahl Oder Stimm Dag, das Ich solte die Hochdeutschen in dieser Stat, solte feur braende geheisoen haben, Ich thue mid diesem mick Declarieren, das Ich solckes nimmer- maker, bey meiner besten Erkaenniss oder getenckens solche VVorde oder Expressiones, oder andere derg- lichen jemahlen gesaght habe, Und nehme by diesem die Gelegenheet, um die Hochdeutschen van diesser Statt, um verguenstigen Mr. Philip Livingston, Peter van Brugh Livingston, Theodorus Van Wyck, und mich Selboten, mit ihren Stim.men und Indressen, an den nechsten Stimoder wahl Dag, Johann Morin Scott. January den iide 1769 Small 4to, uncut edges 102 “ Paradise Regained. To all the Great and Glorious Pa- triots in New York, throughout America, and around the Globe,” etc. Signed, “ Sawney.” New Gaol, De- cember 18, 1770. 4to, uncut edges. 3 pages A serio-comic tirade against the Sons of Liberty. 103 Two Curious Poems. Apropos of the Times ( 1769), en- titled, “ A Portrait ” and “ A Dialogue, between two Respectable Personages.” Small 4to, uncut edges. 2 pages Against lawyers being elected to the General Assembly of New York. 104 Whereas a glorious stand for Liberty did appear in the Resentment shewn to a set of Miscreants under the Name of Stampmasters in the Year 1765 ; and it is now feared that a Set of Gentry called Commissioners (I do not mean those lately arrived at Boston) whose odious Business is of a similar nature, may soon make their Appearance amongst us in order to execute their de- testable office. It IS therefore hoped that every votary of that celestial Goddess Liberty, will hold themselves in Readiness to give them a proper welcome. Rouse, my Countrymen, Rouse ! Pro Patria.” Small 8vo, uncut edges 105 Against Lawyers Representing the City of New York in the General Assembly. fc.ntitled, “ A Card to the Freeholders and Freemen of the City and County of New York. Tradesmen’s Hall, January 14, 1769.” etc. “ A Kick for a Bite. City Hall, Pligh Noon loth March 1768,” Small 8vo, uncut edges 2 pieces 106 The Dying Speech of the Effigy of a wretched Imposter which was exalted upon a Gibbet, and afterwards com- mitted to the Flames, at New York, May lo^ * 770 ? Small 4to, uncut edges. 22 107 ^ Rare and Curious Collection of Cards, by Anony- mous Authors, circulated in New York, in 1768 and 1769, against Lawyers representing New York City in the General Assembly, Against the quarrels of Dele- gates elected to nominate Members for the Continental Congress, etc. Small 8vo. 9 pieces. A very curious and interesting lot, three of which are printed on the back of old playing cards. 108 “The Last Words. Dying speech and Confession of J — s R — g — n, P — t — r, who was executed at New Brunswick, in the Province of New Jersey, on the Thir- teenth Day of April, 1775. Supposed to be written by himself the Night preceding the Day of his Execu- tion.” Small 4to, uncut edges. A curious poem, on the Tory printer, James Rivington, who accepted a bribe to use the influence of his paper against the cause of the patriots. 109 “ To Cover for the Season. Not to exceed 45 Mares a Day, that celebrated Patriotic bald faced Stone Horse Sawney.” Small 4to, uncut edges. A sarcastic and comical card circulated by one of the Sons of Liberty, against King George’s stamp commissioner. no Christmas in Early New York. A Letter to the New York Journal, December 24, 1772, instructing how to spend Christmas in a proper manner descrying the as- sembling of “ Negroes, Servants & Boys, who spend their time in gaming, drunkenness, etc., and the abom- niable custom of throwing at cocks,” etc. Small 4to, uncut edges. 111 Nun Will ich Valediciren Nun so Will ich. A German American Poem on the Eve of the Revolution in New York. Mentions the names of Cruger, De Lancey, Walton, Jauncey, etc. Small 4to, uncut edges. 1 12 “The Melancholy Case of Mrs. Ackerman. Copy of a letter from a Dutch Farmer, in the County of Orange, to a Gentleman of the Law, in the City of New York.” January 27, 1772. 4to, uncut edges. Very facetious. Ridiculing an early law of New York, in reference to the birth of children. 113 “The Alarm Number I.” Signed, “ Hampden.” New York, October 6, 1773. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages. An address against the monopoly of the East India Company, by a friend of liberty and equal commerce. 23 1 14 “The Examiner No. II. & III. Addressed to the Free- holders and Freemen of the City of New York.” Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages. 2 pieces In reference to the combination against the election of non-Episcopalian members to the General Assembly, and recommending the election of Messrs. De Lancey, Walton and Jauncey. 1 15 Letter to the Majority of the General Assembly of Lili- put. Numbers II. and III. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pieces Against the expulsion of Philip Livingston and others from seats in the General Assembly, on account of non-residence. 1 16 “An Address to Mr. Thomas Shreeve, Coroner for the City of New York.” Signed, “ Daniel Coe.” New York Goal, t 3th May, 1772. 4to, uncut edges. Facetious and interesting. 117 “No Placemen; Pensioners, Ministerial Hirelings, Popery, and Arbitrary Power ! to the Freemen and Freeholders of the City and County of New York.” Signed by “ Phileleutheros.’’ New York, 13th March, 1775. P'olio, uncut edges. Advising the people to resist British tyranny, and uphold their repre- sentatives in the Continental Congress. 1 18 “Reasons for the present glorious combination of the dissenters in this city, against the further encroachments and stratagems of the Episcopalians, from a brief recol- lection of what the latter have already done, to exalt their own party on the ruins of every other religious persuasion amongst us.” Folio, uncut edges. Against the election of Episcopalians to the General Assembly. 1 19 “Answers to the Reasons, Lately published by the Inde- pendents, in support of their Malicious Combination,” and continuation. Folio, uncut edges. 2 pages. 2 pieces Answer to “Reasons for the Present Glorious,” etc. (Lot 118.) 120 Observations on the Reasons lately Published, for the malicious Combination of several Presbyterian Dis- senters, and a few principal men of some other Congre- gations who have been led blindfolded into an ungen- erous Confederacy, for opposing the Re-Election of the late worthy members of the General Assembly and thereby prevent their obtaining the only Honour that can sufficiently reward their late spirited Prosecution of the Instructions given them by the united Voice of the People. “ To the Freeholders, and B'reemen of the City and County of New York.” Folio, uncut edges, 3 pages. 24 121 Broadsides issued at the Time of the Contest between the Episcopalians and Presbyterians, in Electing Members to the General Assembly of New York. Folio, uncut edges. 3 pieces 122 The Celebrated Letters of “Papinian” to John Jay, including the Address of “ Clarendon ” to the People of North America; which were issued as Supplements to the New York Weekly Mercury, 177-. Folio. 4 pieces The above include letters No. 4, 5, 6 and 7, and are all written de- nouncing the American Colonies for rebelling against the Tyranny of Great Britain ; being published as supplements, they are seldom found with exist- ing files of the newspaper. 123 The News-Boy’s Verses, for New Year’s Day, 1763. Humbly addressed to his Patrons to whom he carries the Thursday’s New York Gazette. Folio, uncut edges. Published by the New York Gazette, or the Weekly Post-Boy; narrat- ing in poetic meter the victories of various British Commanders. 124 The Tea Ship at New York. The long expected Tea Ship arrived last night at Sandy-Hook, but the Pilot would not bring up the Captain till the sense of the city was known. The Committee were immediately in- formed of her arrival, and that the Captain solicits for liberty to come up to provide necessaries for his return, the ship to remain at Sandy-Hook. The Committee conceiving it to be the sense of the city that he should have such liberty, signified it to the gentleman who is to supply him with provisions, and other necessaries. Advice of this was immediately despatched to the Cap- tain ; and whenever he comes up, care will be taken that he does not enter at the Customhouse, and that no time be lost in despatching him. New York, April 19, 1774. Small 4to, full margin. See facsimile. 125 Repeal of the Stamp Act. Supplement to the Pennsyl- vania Journal — Extraordinary. Philadelphia, May 19, 1766. “This morning,” etc., “arrived Capt. Wise, in a Brig from Pool in 8 weeks, by whom we have the glorious news of the Repeal of the Stamp Act,” etc. Folio. 126 To the President and Council of Pennsylvania. The Remonstance of the Subscribers Freemen and Inhabi- tants of the City of Philadelphia, no confined in the Free Mason’s Lodge, “ September 5, 1777.” Printed by Robert Bell in Third Street. Folio. 2 pages. 127 In Committee of Inspection and Observation. Feb- ruary 5, 1775. Indictment against John Drinker, Thomas and Samuel Fisher for refusing Continental Money. 4to, uncut edges. 25 128 Advertisement in Verse of Lewis Fay, Hair Dresser. Circa, 1765. 8vo. 129 Articles of Capitulation made and entered into between Richard Montgomery Esquire, Brigadier General of the Continental Army, and the Citizens and Inhabitants of Montreal. November 12, 1775. Printed by John Dunlap. Folio. 130 The Pennsylvania Evening Post. October 3, 1775. Contains Gage’s account of the fight of June 17, at Charlestown, Mass. ; with list of British killed and wounded, qto. 2 pages. Philadelphia : Printed by B. Towne. 131 The Pennsylvania Evening Post. July 2, 1778. Ac- count of the War m the Jerseys. qto. 2 pages. Philadelphia: Printed by Benjamin Towne. 132 Surrender of Cornwallis. “ Illumination, Colonel Tilgh- man. Aid de Camp to his Excellency General Washing- ton, having brought official account of the Surrender of Lord Cornwallis, and the Garrisons of York, and Glou- cester, those Citizens who chose to Illuminate on the Glorious Occasion, will do it this evening at Six, and extinguish their lights at Nine O’clock, “ Decorum and harmony are earnestly recommended to every Citizen, and a general discountenance to the least appearance of riot. Oct. 24, 1781.” Folio See facsimile. 133 Jefferson Caricature. “ Non Intercourse or Dignified Re- tirement.” Representing Thomas Jefferson in scant attire standing on the banks of a stream, saying, “ What a fine thing it is to feel Independent of all Taylors! I have stript myself rather than submit to London or Parisian P'ashion 1 Dear Me! how unwise it would be, ever more to recur to the London Cut ! it never Suited me, — they are always wrong in their Measure.” To right is the figure of Napoleon in military dress, with large plumed hat, saying, “ Bravissimo ! mon Oncle Thomas ! I give you — maparole d’honneur, second qualite, dat I am very much content of you — you are only to take off de Chemise car c’est de la Toile d’ Irelande and you will ave donne one grand example of one Sacrifice generaux.” To the left is John Bull shaking hands with a man with a plumed hat, saying, “ I care for nobody, no for nobody, if nobody cares for me.” Colored. Peter Pencill fecit, 1809. Folio The caricature is really beautifully drawn, and the portrait of Jefierson is an exceedingly good and pleasing one ; the coloring is of a mugh better order than usually found in work of this class. Very rare. See facsimile. 26 134 Jefferson Caricature. “ Intercourse : or, Impartial Deal- ings.” Representing Thomas Jefferson between George III. and Napoleon, being cudgeled by the former, and robbed by the latter. Jefferson is saying, “Cool? Aye ! to be sure ! I always keep myself cool when I get into a Passion ; but I must say Lord ! have mercy upon it ! what an Enormity ! to pull my coat on the Highway of all Nations! Lord! what an Inconvenient Restriction.” George III. is saying, “ Well Tommy ! I brought you at last to close Quarters therefore mind what you are about ! — If you don’t behave gently I’ll break your limbs and leave you the rest, let me tell you my Boy, keep yourself Cool.” Napoleon is saying, “ Tres bien ! Mon Oncle Thomas! dat is very veil ! de more you make one Noise, de less dat Jean Boule vill see, dat ve are And and Gloves, N’onbliez pas dat I am de And — I want de Money and must ave it ! ” Peter Pencil fecit. 1809. Colored folio A companion to Lot 33, and equally as well drawn and colored. Very rare. See facsimile. 135 Jefferson Caricature. “ King Quilldriver’s Experiments on National Defence, 1808.” Representing Thomas Jefferson, standing on a fort ; with the Embargo Procla- mation in right hand; a quill fashioned in shape of a sword in the left, wearing a large chapeau, upon which is a windmill. Jefferson is saying, “And thy will be done ! War ! War ! — Embargo ! But — Boney ! For the sake of popularity, do not blow too hard ! ” Napo- leon is represented as Boreas, in the upper right hand corner, blowing on the windmill and saying, “ This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased ! ” — St. Matt, iii : 17, etc. Peter Pencil fecit. Colored folio Very rare. 136 Caricature of the Continental Congress. “ Cong-ss Embark’d on board the Ship Constitution of America bound to Conogocheque by way of Philadelphia.” P'olio. Etched A very curious and rare caricature. 137 Caricature of the Continental Congress. “ What think ye of C-o-n-ss now. View of C-o-n— ss on the road to Philadelphia.” Robert Morris carrying a ladder on his ' back upon which are perched the Members of the Con- tinental 'Congress, etc. Folio. Etched A very rare and curious caricature. 27 138 Jackson Caricature. “ The Rats Leaving a Falling House.” Representing Andrew Jackson sitting in the Presidential Chair, with the White House falling down around him; the rats, Calhoun, Van Buren, etc., scam- pering out of danger. Lithograph. Washington, 1831. Folio Rare. The First Vessel Fitted out by the Conti- nental Congress. 139 Continental Navy. Instructions given by the Continental Navy Board, September 6, 1777, to Josiah Robinson, Commander of the Andrew Doria, the First Vessel fitted out by the Continental Congress. Signed by Francis Hopkinson, John Wharton and John Nixon. Folio. Of the utmost historical importance. See facsimile. 140 Continental Navy. Autograph Letter, written and signed by Francis Hopkinson, to Josiah Robinson, the Com- mander of the Andrew Doria, the First Vessel fitted out by the Continental Congress. Signed also by John Wharton and John Nixon. Dated, Continental Navy Board, Philadelphia, June 24, 1777. “ For the better regulating the Distribution of Provi- sions & for their good Purposes, we think proper to direct that the Captains of the Continental Vessels now in the Port shall every Monday Morning deliver in to this office regular and exact Muster Rolls of the Officers & Men belonging to their Respective Vessels, we therefore give you this notice of our Expectation, not doubting but you will govern yourself accordingly.” 28 EARLY AMERICAN AND ENGLISH NEWSPAPERS. 141 New York Gazette: or, The Weekly Post-Boy. January 6 to December 29, 1763, wanting February 10th and 24th, March 24th, May 19th and September 8th. All as clean and crisp as on day of issue. Uncut. Published by John Holt, Broad Street, near the Exchange, New York. 47 pieces 142 New York Gazette and Weekly Mercury. Monday, No- vember 10, 1777. Folio. 4 pages. Published by Hugh Gaine. Somewhat water-stained. Gives an account of the Battle of Germantown. 143 Royal Gazette (New York). For January 24 and Septem- ber 2, 1778. Published by James Rivington. Folio, uncut. 2 pieces Containing interesting Revolutionary War news. 144 Royal Gazette (New York). For July 7 and 10, 1779. Published by James Rivington. Folio, uncut. 2 pieces Contains interesting Revolutionary War news. 145 Royal Gazette (New York). For May 10, October 7, No- vember 29, December 27 and 30, 1780. Published by James Rivington. Folio, uncut. 5 pieces Contains interesting Revolutionary War news. 146 Royal Gazette (New York). For March 17, November 24 to December 29, 1781. Published by James Rivington. Folio, uncut. 12 pieces Contains interesting Revolutionary War news. 147 Weyman’s New York Gazette. For February 19, 1759. Printed by William Weyman. Folio. 2 pages. 148 The New York Pacquet. For July li, 1763. Printed by Benjamin Mecom. Folio, uncut. 4 pages. 149 New York Gazette and The Weekly Mercury. For Decem- ber 18, 1780. Published by Hugh Gaine. Folio. 4 pages. 150 The Royal American Gazette (New York). For October 29, 1778. Printed by Alexander and Joseph Robert- son, Folio. 4 pages. I5I 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 i6o i6i 29 The Royal American Gazette (New York). For May 20, July 13 (damaged), 22 and 29, August 12, October/, and December 23, 1779. Printed by Alexander and James Robertson. P'olio, uncut. 7 pieces Contains interesting Revolutionary War news. The American Royal Gazette, New York, for January 13 and 18, August 8, December 7 and 26, 1780. Printed by Alexander and James Robertson. Folio, uncut 5 pieces Contains interesting Revolutionary War news. The American Royal Gazette, New York, for January 2 and 4, and January 28, 1781. Printed by Alexander Robertson. Folio, uncut 3 pieces Contains interesting Revolutionary War news. The London Journal. Odd Numbers of the Years 1720, 1721, 1726, 1727 and 1730. Folio 12 pieces Several are stamped with the English revenue stamp. Mist’s Weekly Journal. Odd Numbers of the Years 1721, 1726 and 1727. Folio 4 pieces Three are stamped with the English revenue stamp. The Daily Journal. Odd Numbers of the Years 1726 and 1727. Folio 10 pieces All are stamped with the English revenue stamp. The Daily Post. Odd Numbers of the Years 1726 and 1727. Folio 21 pieces All are stamped with the English revenue stamp. The Flying-Post, or Post-Master. Odd Numbers of the Years 1726 and 1727. P'olio 24 pieces All are stamped with the English revenue stamp. Odd Numbers of The Whitehall Evening Post, The London Evening Post, The Universal Spectator, The British Journal, and The Weekly Miscellany. 1726-33. Folio and 4to 23 pieces Many are stamped with the English revenue stamp. The County Journal ; or. The Craftsman. Odd numbers of the the Years 1727, 1730, 1731, 1732, I733and 1734. Folio. 76 pieces Fog’s Weekly Journal. Odd numbers of the years 1730, ’33 and ’34. Folio. 65 pieces All are stamped with the English revenue stamp. 30 162 Old New York Newspapers of the Early Part of this Cen- tury. 93 pieces 163 American Royal Gazette, New York, for March 12, 1778, and March 4, 1779, and The Evening Chronicle, Phila- delphia, for June 23, 1787. Folio. 3 pieces 164 The Freeman’s Journal. Extraordinary. July 16 and 21, 1809. P'olio. 2 pieces Contains interesting news relating to the battles of Napoleon. 165 Play Bill. Vaudeville Theatre, November 30, ’1838, April * 3 > '839. The Farce of Amateurs and Actors. 2 pieces Mr. J. Bancker filled the role of “ Geoffry Mutfincup” 166 Forrestonian Theatre, January 19, 1837. Burlesque, Bom- bastes. Mr. Bancker, Markoe, Bonsell and Bowes, all appeared in this per- formance. 167 Theatre Royal, Covent Garden. November 8, i8ti, Venice Preserved ; November 26, 1811, The Gamester, in which Mrs. Siddons, Mr. Young and Mr. Kemble appeared ; November 28, 1811, The Winter’s Tale; and October 5, 181 1, Pizarro, in which Mrs. Siddons, Mr. Young and Mr. Kemble appeared. 4 pieces 168 Play Bill. Astley’s Westminster Bridge, September 30, 1 81 I. Equestrian Agility, The Tyrant Saracen, and The Noble Moor. MANUSCRIPT POEMS BY PHILLIS WHEATLEY, THE NEGRO SERVANT OF MR. JOHN WHEATLEY, OF BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS. 169 Wheatley, Phillis. Autograph Poem, signed. 8 lines. En- titled “ On Friendship.” Boston, July 15, 1769. qto. 170 Wheatle)^ Phillis. Autograph Poem. 8 lines. Entitled, “ On Being Brought to America.” qto. 171 Wheatley, Phillis. Autograph Poem. 6 lines. Entitled, “ To Miss Nancy Tailor.” qto. Written by Phillis Wheatley on Mr. James Bancker’s grandmother leaving Boston for New York. 31 1/2 Wheatley, Phillis. Autograph Poem, signed, “ Phillis.” Boston, July i6, 1769. 2 pages. Folio. Entitled, “On the Decease of the Reverend Dr. Sewall.” Specimens of the writing of Phillis Wheatley are of the utmost rarity. 173 7 Manuscript Poems by Anonymous Authors. 174 Leslie, Charles R. Noted English Artist and Royal Acade- mician. A. L. S. 4to. London, July 26, 1814; and A. L. S., 8vo, of his wife. Addressed to C. N. Bancker. 2 pieces 175 Leslie, Charles R. A Series of Ten A. L. S. Folio, 4to and 8vo. Various dates. Addressed to C. N. Bancker. Very interesting lot. 176 Girard, Stephen. The Great Philanthropist. A Series of Sixteen A. L. S. and L. S. 4to. All addressed to Charles N. Bancker. On business affairs, but interesting. 177 Girard, Stephen. Letters and Documents, Relating to his Private Affairs. Some signed by him. 12 pieces COLONIAL PAPER MONEY, Etc. 178 South Carolina. Ten, five, three and two shillings. April, 1778. Uncirculated 4 pieces Very rare. 179 South Carolina. Three dollars. Charlestown, December 23i 1776- Uncirculated Rare. 180 Delaware. Five shillings. January i, 1776. Uncirculated 181 Pennsylvania. Fifty shillings. April 10, 1775. With view of State House on back. Uncirculated 182 The United States of North America. Twenty, thirty, thirty-five, forty, sixty, sixty-five and seventy dollars. January 14, 1779. Uncirculated 7 pieces 183 Ditto. Twenty, thirty, forty and seventy dollars. Same issue. Mostly uncirculated 4 pieces 184 Ditto. Mostly uncirculated 4 pieces 185 Ditto. Sixty, fifty, forty, thirty, twenty, eight and seven dollars. September 26, 1778. Mostly uncircu- lated 7 pieces 186 Ditto. Thirty dollars (4), twenty dollars (l), eight (l), six dollars (9), and two dollars (i). Different issues, some duplicates. Mostly nice and fresh 16 pieces 32 187 New Jersey. Eighteen pence. December 31, 1763. Un- circulated 188 New Jersey. One, three, six and twelve (2) shillings. March 25, 1776. Also thirty shillings. February 20, 1776. Mostly uncirculated 6 pieces 189 Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. Four and eight dollars. July 2, 1780. Nice and fresh 2 pieces 190 Pennsylvania. Five shillings. March 20, 1771. Also eight shillings. April 10, 1777 2 pieces 191 Delaware. One dollar, two dollars (2) and eight dollars. Different issues. 1770, 1774, 1775 and 177 ^ 4 pieces 192 Connecticut. Forty shillings, January 2, 1777 193 Massachusetts. One dollar. May 5, 1780 194 Broken Bank Notes. Good lot 17 pieces 195 Confederate Notes 13 pieces Some rare. 196 Confederate Bonds 5 pieces 197 Confederate. The Child’s First Book, by Campbell and Dunn. i2mo, original covers. Richmond, 1864 198 United States Fractional Currency. 50 c. Red backs, three varieties. 3 pieces 199 United States Fractional Currency. 5 c. Green backs. 7 pieces 200 Invitation of the French Minister, for Dinner, on the back of playing cards 2 pieces 201 Stamp Act. Original Copy of the Notorious English Revenue Stamp, which caused the Revolutionary War. Fine condition Very rare. 202 Paterson Lottery, of the .Society for PZstablishing Useful Manufactures of New Jersey 22 pieces 203 Massachusetts Semi-Annual Lottery, March 2, 1790. Signed by David Cobb 204 Ticket for the Free Debating Society of Philadelphia. En- graved by C. W. Peale. William Bartram’s copy, with autograph 33 205 Washington. Silk Badge worn in the Centennial Celebra- tion of Washington’s Birth, February 22, 1832. With portrait of Washington on a pedestal. Published by R. Morgan, 279 Market Street Rare. 206 Harrison Badge. With full length portrait of General William H. Harrison and The Old Log Cabin. Silk Rare. 207 Harrison Badge. The People’s Choice. Harrison and Reform. Portrait of Harrison and Old Log Cabin. Silk Rare. 208 Clay Badge, Portrait of Clay, on a Pedestal, upon which is resting an Indian. Silk Rare. 209 Lafayette Badge. With portrait of General Lafayette, sur- rounded by emblems of War. Engraved and sold by J. Yeager. Silk Rare. 210 Clay Badge. Henry Clay, Pride of America, People’s Choice, etc. Portrait. Silk Rare. 21 1 4 Silk Badges of various societies IRON CHEST. USED BY THE PROVINCIAL TREASURER OF NEW YORK. 2 Mi Iron Chest, 39^ inches high, 22 inches wide and 21 inches deep. Used by Gerard Bancker, Provincial Treasurer of New York, for depositing the Valuables of the Prov- ince This box, or chest, formerly belonged to William Alexander (Lord Stirling). It then came into the possession of Gerard Bancker, the Provin- cial Treasurer of New York from 1778 to 1798, and from him inherited by the present owners. 34 REGISTER OF PATENTS. ULSTER COUNTY, NEW YORK, 1685-1686. 212 The Register of Patents, or Deed Book (Book G), of Ulster County, New York, for 1685-1686 This valuable old record contains the recorded patents for over eighty tracts of land in New York State. Not having the book in my possession at this time, is the reason a more intelligible description is not given. It is, however, of the utmost value to the State of New York, and should be purchased by the State Library or the New York Historical Society. Among other patents it has that of Robert Livingston. 213 Antique Ebony Flute. Silver mountings TRENTANOVE’S BUST OF WASHINGTON. 214 A Magnificent Full Life-size Bust of General Washington. Sculptured in Carrara marble. Signed, R. Trentanove fece ; Roma, 1827 Trentanove entered into competition with Canova to sculpture the bust of Washington for the State House of South Carolina. The contract was awarded to Canova, and this bust, having been sent to this country, found a purchaser, from whose possession it passed to the present owner. The like- ness is very striking, and, aside from its historical value, is a beautiful example of the sculpture of the best period of modern art. PEACE’S PORTRAIT OF WASHINGTON. 215 Life-size Oil Portrait of General Washington. In oval, surrounded by the traditional imitation stonework. Painted from life by Rembrandt Peale. In gilt frame One of the most pleasing portraits of Washington to be had, and has been executed by Peale with the utmost care ; the flesh tints, the noble ex- pression of the countenance, and the general contour of the portrait, leads one to believe, that this must have been a true and striking likeness of Washington. It Is a portrait that appeals to all, and one that any person would be well satisfied in possessing. 216 His Excellency George Washington. Lieut -Genl. of the Armies of the United States of America. Three- quarter length, in uniform, seated. An eagle displayed, with shield and motto, “ E Pluribus Urum,” etc. Stipple. Folio. Baker, No. 228 A very early impression, on satin, extremely scarce. 35 217 Sacred to the Memory of George Washington. Born February 22, 1732. Died December 13, 1790. The American Hero and Statesman. Bust, head to left. Circular. Designed and engraved by Joseph Perkins. Published by Rand and Perkins, No. 34 South Sixth Street, Philadelphia. Stipple. 4to. Not in Baker Very rare. The portrait is in a small circular medallion, around which is engraved the dedication. 218 Washington Pitcher. Large China Pitcher. On one side of which is (in colors) the portrait of George Washington, surrounded by the Goddess of War, Liberty and Peace ; .“surmounted by an eagle holding a halo of stars, in the centre of which is inscribed “ Washington;” all en- closed in an oval, bordered with fifteen stars, each of which is encircled respectively with the name of the fifteen States, On the other side is a three-masted schooner flying the United States flag. On the front the monogram of J. G(reen) Very rare One of the rarest variety of the Washington pitchers. John Green was the first American who carried the United States flag into China, and, it is said, this pitcher was made for him. It has been broken and neatly repaired. 2ig Death of General Washington. The Telegraph and Daily Advertiser, Baltimore, Tuesday, December 17, > 799. Containing on the inside page, which is bordered with deep black lines, the Notice of the Death of Gen- eral Washington. Double folio. Rare. 220 Washington. Portrait of Washington on a Monument, entitled “Allegorical.” American Literature and P'ine Arts Rewarding Patriotism and Virtue. Des’d by G. Fairman, Kearny sculpt. Stipple. 8vo. Not in Baker. 221 Edwin’s “Large Head ” Jefferson. Thomas Jefferson, Esqr., President of the United States. R. Peale Pinx., D. Edwin sc. Full bust, full face. Stipple. 4to. Beautiful, brilliant impression. Size of plate, u^xg, inches. Width of margin around top and sides, ^ inch ; at bottom, 2^ inches. Very rare. Slightly foxed, but an extraordinarily good copy. , 222 Thomas McKean. Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Vice President of the State Society of the Cincinnati, etc. • Full bust, to left, full face, in a border resembling stone work. Engraved by David Edwin, from the original picture by Gilbert Stuart. Stipple. Folio. 36 223 Thaddeus Stevens. Half length, full face. After I. Eich- holtz, by J. Sartain. Mezzotint. Folio. Published 1838. A very early portrait of Stevens, by Sartain, and very rare. 224 Duke of York and Marquis Cornwallis. Two busts, in uniform, in ovals, on a background resembling marble. Engraved by Pye. Stipple. Folio Very scarce. 225 Nathaniel Greene. Major-General of the Armies of the United States of America. Full length, in uniform. Engraved by J. B. Longacre, from a drawing by H. Bou- netheau. Stipple, qto 226 Broadside on the Constitution. Order of Procession in honor of the Establishment of the Constitution of the United States. To parade precisely at Eight O’clock in the Morning of Friday, the 4th of July, 1788, proceed- ing along Third-street to Callowhill-street, thence to P'ourth-street, down Fourth-street to Market-street, thence to the Grounds in front of Bush-hill, Philadel- phia. Printed by Hall & Sellers. Folio. Laid down Very rare. 227 Paine, 'Thomas. A Letter to George Washington on af- fairs public and private. Folio, uncut. Dublin, 1797 228 Philadelphia Imprint. The Folly and Vanity of a Life Spent in the Pursuit of Worldly Profit, Ease or Plea- sure, compared with a Life wholly employed in endeav- ouring to glorify God, etc. Illustrated in some account of the Pious Lady Elizabeth Hastings and of Armelle Nicolas. i6mo, Philadelphia. Printed by John Dun- lap, 1770 Sarah Bartrain’s copy, with autograph on title-page. 229 Philadelphia Imprint. Some Serious and Awful Con- siderations, etc. i2mo, Joseph Cruikshank, Philadel- phia, 1770 230 Philadelphia Imprint. The Hermit. A Poem. i2mo, 12 pages Philadelphia, 177- ✓ '-‘f 1 •* ■i' \ fi'.' 'v.; ' f ; SUPPLEMENT TO CATALOGUE 809 FACSIMILES OF THE BANCKER BROADSIDES SALE, MARCH 25th, 1898 % T^tje Public. T he long expected TEA SHIP ar- rived laft night at Sandy-Hook^ but the pilot would not bring up the Captain till the fenfe of the city was known. The committee were immediately informed of her arrival, and that the Captain folicits for liberty to come up to provide neceflaries for his return. The £hip to remain at Sandy- Hook. The committee conceiving it to be the fenfe of the city thatheflxouldhave ftich libertyj fignified it to the Gentle- man who is'tafupply him with provifions, and other necelTarics. Advice of this was immediately difpatched to the Captain ; and whenever he eomes up, care will be taken that he docs not enter at the cuftom- houfe, and that no time be loft in difpatch- ing him. New-York, April ip, 1774. % m % 0 CATALOGUE COMPILED AND SALE CONDUCTED BY STAN, V, HENKELS. AT THE BOOK AUCTION ROOMS OF DAVIS & HARVEY, 1212 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pa, REDUCED FACSIMILE OF LOT 133 I t REDUCED FACSIMILE OF LOT 134 By Authority. ^£ JV- TO R K, Oaober 8, 1777. E arly this Morning Lieutenant Colonel Innes, Infpe^lior General of Provincial Forces, arrived from Fort Mcntgomery with the agreeable News, that, on the Evening of the 6th Inftant, that Fort, with Fort Clinton and its Dependencies, were taken by Storm by his Majefty’s Troops under the Command of Lieutenant-General Sir HENRY CLINTON. Our Lofe doe$- not exceed one Hundred and fifty killed and wounded. The Gallantry and PerfeVerance of the Britijh and Provincial Troops cannot be fufficiently applauded. Immediately after the Surrender of the Forts, the Rebels fet Fire to their Frigates, Gallies, &Cs We are forry to inform the Public that the gallant Lieutenant Colonel Camprell of the 52d Regiment, Major Sill of the 63d, Major Grant of the New- Tork Volunteers, and Captain Stewart of the 26th Regiment, are among the killed. A particular Account of this glorious and important Succefs will foon be publifiied by Authority, and print- ed by JAMES RIVINGTON, Printer to the KING'S Mofi Excellent M^JEST 7 \ FacsixoUe of Lot 1. Kedaced one-half. PHILADELPHIA^ Septemoef 29, 1775. T^e ftJiowing Letters are publifhed by order of the Honourahle CondneufaJ Congrefs. S I R, Be.id-quartcri, Camhndgt^ Augujl, i 1, 177J I Underhand thfi?rhcofticers engaged m thecaufe of liberty and their country, who by the for- tune pf war have fallen into your hands, have been^lhrown indifcnminatcly imo a common jail, appropriated for felons — that no confede- ration has been had for thofe of the mod refpctl^a- ble rank., when langoilhing wuh wounds and feck- hefs — that fomeof them have been even amputated, in this unworthy fituanon Let your opinion, 611. of the principle which actu- ates them be what u may. they fuppofe thcyaCf from the noblert o( all principles, a love of freedom and their country But political opinions. I conceive, are foreign to this point The oblig^tfons ariAng from the rights of humanity, and claims of rank, are urn- verfally binding and ettenfivc. (except m cafe of re- taliation) Thele, I flaould have hoped, would have diiflatcd a more tender treatment of thofe individu- al^ whom chance or war had put in your power, h^ot-can I forbear fuggefting its fatal tendency to widen that unhappy broach, which you, and tkcfc Mihift'tys under whom you atft. have repeatsdly de* dared you wifli to fee for ever clofed My duty now makes it ncceOary to apprise yoUi that for the future I fhall regulate my cOnduft to- wards thofe gentlemen, who are, or may be- in odr pbAefTion, eradly by the rule you uii^ to- wards thofe of ours, now m your cuilody. If feveriiy and hardfhip mark the hneoffcrurcon- duCk, (painful as it niay be tome) your prifdnefs will feel its dTeCts i but if kindnefs and humanity are (liewn to ours. Uhall With p!eifu/aconride?thofc in our hands only as unfdrtunate, and th^yOsaJl re- ceive frtim me that treatment to Which theunfor- tUTiate arc, ever cntitlctl. f'bcg'fo be favoured Mifi nn afiTw^r, as fonn as poJfible,- and am. Sir, your very humble fervant, GEORGE WASHINOTOM. Bit ExceHencj Otnir&l G.iC e. Sir-, Bojicm, Augnfi itjs T O the glory of civilized nations, humanity and War have oeen compatible and compaffion to tbefubdued is become almofl a fvilem. •Britons, ever pre-emineof m mercy, have out- gone common examples and creerlcicked the cnmi- jial in the capfive. Upon thefe priticiples, your pri- foners, whoCe lives by the laws of the land arc def- tincd to the cord, have hiiherco been treated with cart and kindoefo, and more comfortably lodged 'than the King’s ^FOODS' 1 ».flSc hofpuals ; indifcrimi- Tiaialy if'iV- true, for I odcnowledgeriD rank, that 15 not derived from the King. My intelligence from youJ: army wotdd jufiify fe- ycrc recrimination, 1 underiland there are'OffheK.ing's faithful fubjedts, taken fome time ficice by the re- bels, labouring like Negro flaves tO gam their daily fubfiftence, or reduced to the wretched ahemacive, ta perifh by famine, or take ajrns againff their Kmg and country Thofe who have made the treatment of the* prifoners In iTTy"haT3dT. or of tout other friends in Bofton, a pretence for fucb racafures. found barbarity upon falfehood. Iwould willingly hope. Sir, ihai tlie fentimems of liberality, whicJi 1 have always believed you to pof- fefs, Will be exerted to coire^ thefe mifdomgs Be femperatem political difqurikion : give free opera- tion to truth, and pumlh thofe who deceive and mifrcprcfcnt.and not only the efTctfls.but the caufes of this unhappy confii^ will be removed Should thofe under whofe ufurped authonry you control ‘fuch a difpoAtion, and dare to call Ic- venty retaliation, to God whokno'^s all hpans, be the appeal for the dreadfulconfequences. 1 truR that Bntilh foldiers, aflening the rights of the (late, the laws of the land, the being of the conRiruuon. Will' meet all evems with becoming fortitude They will court vidfory, w'iih the fpiru their caufe mi'pires. and from the fame motive will End the patience of mac* .(> rs under mufonune. Till I i'fiad your inrmuacions in hegard fo Minri^ws, I conceived that T had adted mickx. the Kang ; whofe wifhej. It i* true, as well as thofe of his Mmifters, and of every honefl man. have been to fee this un- happy breach forever ciofed -. bu> unfominaiely for both couotiics, thofe. who long fence projedfed the prefent crifes. and influence the councils of Ameri« ca, have views very different frcim accommodation. 1 am. Sir. your raoR obed-tent humbli^rvant, George ^'aJhtnjton, T. ACE. Sib, HeadqvartfTi, CamhriAee, At(g- 19, 177/. f Addreffed you on the cLcycncn infeaht m terms which gave the fai TTTcbpe for tht errcrcjfe 'of that humanity and politcncfs. which were-fup* pofed to form a part of your c^aradlci . 1 rcraqnftra- ted with you on the unworthv rroanent 'Ibcwo the cSccrs and citizens of Atnenca, whom the for- tune of war, chance, or a miffaken coofedence, bad thrown into your hands. Whether Bntifb or American -rflereV fortftude, and patience, are mof. prc-eituncm — whetiier our virtuous ciuatos, whom the hand oF tyranny has forced into irms, to defend their. wives, their clui- dren, and their property, or the mercenary inftru- merits pf lawlefs dominion, avarke and revenge, bel? deferve the appellation of rebels, and the punua- fhffht of that cord, which your affected clemency Ju-, forborn to inBid ; whether the authori^ un- def which I atff , isufurped. or founded upon the genuine pnnciples of liberty, were altogether fo- reig>i to the fubjc< 5 f. I purpofely avoided all poli- tical difduifetion 5 nor mall I now avail myfelf of thofe advantages, which the farred caufe of my country, of liberty, and human nature me over you, much Ic^ fliail 1 (loop to recon an iavec- live. Bus the intelligence you Cay you have received from fluc- army, rcauirgs a reply. I haye taken rime, Sir, to make a liritfl inquwy. and bhd it has not die leaft foundation in tnuh. Notonlyyour of- ficers and foldicr* have been treated With n tendcr- nefsdue to fellow ticizens and brethren, buf even thofe execrable parricides, whofe counciij -and aid have deluged their cofumry with blood, have bccii pr.otc^ed from the fury of a ju^y enraged people. Far rrom conmelling or permittir^ their afCftance, I -am embamCedwitn ihcnurubQ^ who crowd to oar camp, animated with the pureft pnnciples of tuc, and love of their couatty» iou ad vi fe me to give free operation to truth, to puoilh mi^freprefeh- tacion and falfehood If eipcneoce ftamjiB value upon counfel, your? muft ha^ a weight, which few dfi chiim. You heft cafe t^ll how tar tlie con» vuilion, which has brought foeb ruin on both COun- n:i€s,^ad fhaken the mighty empire of Britain to its foundation, may be traced to thefe malignalii'daufiw. You affefb Sir^ to defpife aJl rank, not derived from the fame fourcc wnh your own. ’ J cannot conceive one more honourabie, chan fhaf, which Bows from the unecornpred choice of a brave and free people, tlie pureft fource, and original foua* rta+ii-Gtf all power. Far from making it 4 piea cruelty, a mind of true magnanimity and enUrged ideas would’cotnprehend and rdpetft it What may have been the miniiferial view^ which have precipitated the prefent enfes, Lexington, Con- cord. and Charleflown can beft declare. May that God. to whom youthen appealed, judge .between America and you. Under nis providence.- thofe, who influence (he councils of America, and all the other inhabitants of the United Colonies, at the hazard of their lives, are deterTTuned to hand down- TO poftenry, thofe jull arid invaiaabie privileges which they received fronr-their anceftofs I fhall DOW, Sir, clofc my cotrefpondencE with you, perhaps for ever. If your officers, our prifo* ners, receive a treatment frnm me. different frotrf what I wiflicd to Ihcw them, they and you will re- member the occaCon of it 1 am. Sir, your very' humble fervant. entered C .\Gt G- V 7 ASHJNGTON. Facsimile of Lot 3. Seduced one-half* An Express Juft arrived from General WASHINGTON. CSfup oi Cambridge. 0^. «?7 5 - S I R, T HR inclofed mformatton being oI ifie bighefl importance, i thought u proper to crai fma it to ytw wtih aJ) difpaich, I am Sir, Voof obedient Irrvani. CEORGE WASHINGTON O* tht SfTviee of the Vmttd Celonia. To the Hon. t^icbolas Ctoke^ Efqi Ocp. Co» cfflbode-Ifla/id, ProvidtRCt Gls;Urfed.) Falvuutb^ Monday^ 1 6th 0^7- •THE Canceaux fhipot Gxieen eons, comipanopd by Captain Mowat, atarge Ihip, fchooner, and aHirop armed, anchored below the ro*n the 17th inft. At 3 o’clock 9 M they weighed and came upland anchored w/rthinguo (ho:, and itnmediatelt Capt. Mowat fcni a letter qn Ihore to the tO'*Jv giving them two hours to move rheir famtlie* out. as he had orders ro 6re (he town The rO'*n wi- mediately chofc a cormnw tee Of three gentlemen, and frnt them on board fo know the reafon of the town’s being fet on 6re. He returned for anfwet, that his orders were to fet on fire all the tea pon towns between Bofton and Hali/ix, and that he expected New.York was then burnt to albes He farther laid, chat when he received orters from the Adm»ra!, he defired that he might fhew feme *a vogr to the town of Falmotich, ‘which the Admiral gfvitedfl fuppofe as Capt. Mowat was unfier -par- ticular obligthonsrto fome gentlemen at Fa!r^out^ for civilities fbewn him when in capnvity amongfl them) and which favour was to fpare the town till 9 o’clock, Wednefdiy morning, meafewe would f on fire, the ceemy landed once ot tw'-ce-tofet fire to the fforci, they toft eight or ten meo in the attempt, and bad ocQ taken priiocer, the mbabicants'goc oua a very «ot>* fiderable parr ot their furnuurt, no perlco kilfed ot wounded during the whole time of their firing 1 the cnetny proceed orders from admiral Gravo, CO bum all the terwns from Bofton to Haiifas^ Capt. Mowat informed the committee at Falmouth, (here had arrived orders From England about ten days fince, (0 burn all the fca port towns on the corrinenr, that would not by down and deliver up their arms, and give hqflsges for their future good behaviour ; be alfo atqoaiQCtd them that he ex* p fled the city of New-York wxs in tfhes 4 by thefe accounts we may learo we have to e» pe6V, I thif'k Newport fbould be fortified b tho beft oi'snner u can be, doubt'eti Che enetny make an acempc to get tbe Aock off rhe Ifland^ provifion fhould be made to defeat ihcro j dealt and defolation feems to maik t.hcir foot ftepa, Ggkt Of be flaves is tbe fimmean motto, the firft is by far the moft eligible. In hafte I am with efteco, yo"*’ ffioft obedient frumblv fervant. NATHANIEL GREEN. , To the Hon. NicboUs Qookt, EfqiiftPrtwideocp, (per Exprefs.) Reduced one-half. Nrw^o’^t, Jtm 441 4. LaJl Nigbj, Aim^ed AN EXPRESS From the Provinaal Caraj) near BoHon, with the follovr- jng interefHng AcccJick of 33 Pngageinent. at Charles- town, berwcen about Three Thou&rd of the King's Regulai Forces, -and shout Half the Number of Pro— viDciaJs. on Sacurdajr cbe 17th InftanL N ^nOaf njghi, Ju/»r f?ih» I 500 of the provificiaU r; redt. nd then not till the word Fas gtven. 4t the word s heiog gives ibeesemy fell IsrpriCngly Itwiis thought by fpe^bton who ftood at a dif fance, that oar meo did _grcat cxec.'otioEL '7 he adHon coDtinued about two houn« when the rcgul»rj on the right wing were put into eooCufion, their and fioadog baiter tea W< ri^xifttd cor prlsclpd loQ M> paf- Cng the cso^ay The eectciy puriued our troops to Wistor-Hill. wtrertihe pr#. *inciali Wng feiflfor«d by Oer,:i^ Pw*. oaoi, renewed the bsnk with g^sAjptrif, repulfed thi enemy with great fLughier, and purCoed them uil they got ver of their canooa from the (hippiog— ^ whetJ iha enemy retreat eO w* B- HiH, and the provineiab i« Winter- Hill; where, after esirtsehing aod erefbogbat* teries. they 00 Monday began to fire up< oa (be regohrs on Bunher's Hill, tod ett the P^ip* asd floating batteries is the har> bour, wbeo tha Exprefscatne away. The trom'bcx of che^^ovincial's killed, ii b;> tween 40 and 70, i«o woonded ; of the Conse^oR troop. 16 were hilled; officer atoimg ihean, vns ekhcr hilled or wounded, except Lscat Grovefbor, wbtf u wouad^ iff (he hand— Co-'onet 01 Liefft. Col. of thb New'Hzmpfhtre foreea, among the dead. It is aHb f^d that DoA- Warren, is andoubtcdly aaoog the l>aiD.«>The provincials loft 3 iron Dx, pounder*, Tome usrenehiog tool* and hi^ lacks. Tht oomber Of ragsldn tbaf firll afioeha cd the previootsla on Baaker'i bUI Was not left (ban 300^— The ssmber of p«vt» ciah was th ijo Canadians, and have taken hve of ihem*Prifor\erj. A Lift of Prifoners taken at CHAMBLEE. Major STOPFORD, Capt. PRICE, Capt. QOODWtN, Lieut. HAMEN, Lieut. SHUTTLEWORTH. An Inventory of STORES So'RarrcIs Flout, II Ditto Rice, 7 Oitto Pcafe. 6 Ditu^ Butter, 134 p itto Pork, {7 damaged) 124 Borrcls Gun Powder. 300 Swivel Short Box Mufleer Shot, Five FRENCH Pnfowrs Lieut. HARRISON, Capt. AI .GE, of the Schooner. Cbmmifl'ary M'COLOUGH, A SvgeoDi 76 Privates, taken at CHAMBLEE. 6564 Mulket Cartndges. I 50 French Arms. 3 Royal Mortars. 61 Shells, 500 Hand Granades, 83 Stands Royal Fufilecrs MuHcets* 83 Accoutrement of Ditto. Nav.il Stores for 3 Veflcls. toKen at IvONG GEEL Facsimile of Ijot 8* Keduced one-half. PHILADELPHIA. In CONGRESS, DECEMBER 6 , 177 s* W S ihe^vi«gaAfferica. bi>'r ca- kes LSW oor raoft Tcrinui cooridcnnoB a Pr> clanuieD UTged fn>o> ibe Court at St. Jaae 9 '^ On tkaT^roty-third day of Augofl lad. Ttto eaaa of kii Ma^t ofed rogiva ii a fiDc* 4icB aod iafluoKe i aod, 00 that a^om.Ji j^ecooret a maiiar of iisportioce to tvipe ov, la tKt naae of tick Uaucd Coloo>«), rke «>btch M >1 calculated to throat O^D Out caufe Bad to prcfcot, ai fa/ aa pofijble, the undcfervcd punilbnieon, ^tueh u b defigned to prepare for our frieoda Wca/e aooufedof *' forgetung the allegi- ** BACt hicb »e o*tt to power (hat B/ore^ed aod foda^Bcd ot." Wby all thi* aaoi^iry aod obfcotiiy ioowhai ought to be fo plam and obvioei. at that he Br bo rum tray read k f W hat aUcgiance i» it that we forget r Al!egiatJ« to Parliaajeni ' W^octer o*ed-a- eve sever owned u. Alloguocd To our t Oor •‘otel 5 ha«^ ever itowt i(.— oor cooducT he* ever beat* Boofident with it. We coo- demn. and* with armt id oof baedt— a re* fbsrce which Fteeiaen will never partwith-*- weoppofe the claim and exercife of oocooiU* tctioaal powtrt. re which oeitbrr lOe tfv>»e» 01 Parliameni «et« e»cr entitled. By the Brie former We dinuid aA m diameincaJ oppo- fiooo to both, if we permitted the claims of ibf BritiAi Parliameoi to be eilabljfhed aneceraie and the moA candjd of oar enemies, (hat we have oppofed any of the juA prerogative! of the Crown, or any legal exemon uf ihofe prr« rogatrves ' Wb», then, are we accufea cf forgetting oar allegiance > — W e have perfonn- edoQrdu^: We have refilled in thofecafoi ts which the right to refiA k Aipulated at exr pft^y, OD our pan, at the righi to govern Ut is ether cafea, ftjpulated on ibe pan of direCrewB. The breach of allegiance n n» aow d from oar reliklaoce aa far at tymoy #eoioved from legal government. * It ti alledged that *' we have proceeded ttf " «■ cpcQ and arowed (tbdlioa-** fo vhai Ooet L&it reoellton cqpbh Mt l( thuidefcrtbed — — *' Arraying Ourfclvri in bo^'k maiiner *' (o ontb&aBrd tn caecorioo of the Law, and *• craitorduQy preparing, ordmog and teryidg *' war againfi tb« Ring ** We kno* of oo' law* binding upon «i. but (ocn as have bees Cranfoiutcd twos by our ancefion. aird fuch aa have been eunfetued to by ourfelvei oPour re* p/efcntatives etefTed for that parpofe- Wbat laws, Aampi wnb tbefe cha/a^re, have we withAood t We havo indeed defended them ; and we will rifqoe every thiag. do every th.ng aod fuftrerery thing m therr deferte. " fvppon oar laws, and oorliberuc: by our laws, we have prepared, ordered, levied war But is thk trakorosGy, or againR (be King f We view him uj the cosihuusun reprefentt him. That tclW ui becau do no wrong The cmrl and illegal anachs, which to ei weoppofe, have no fouaddiioa in the royal fcQ. auihoiit) - We will ooi, on our pan, lofe oiOiedf it might have been intended lo ap* pnfe them of thet/ dafiger, aod to /ecia>M DabHihcd them from tbei/ cnmei. By whni law doo a currefpondence wHb a caimioal rrioifc* e> conuiuuiicate hu guilt f We know that inofa who aid and adhere (O the Kjag’t eneanes ; and thole, who correfpond with theal id ordef ab!e them to carry thet/ defiga* into t(- an erimin&l in the eye of the law. £u; the law goes no tuthor . C a> yaactow-a tioot, according to the principles of leafon audjuAice and Hte cob&ilBrion go fa/iKer than the law ' But, pefbapi, (he principle of reafon and BeAda all this we obferre, on tht^ part of juAJee and the ocnftirutioD will aot pr«y,l the p'oclamaiion, insi “ rebellion" is a terca Expenence foggeib lo lu (he doubt: If they undef tied and unkticwn In the law. It uiighi fhoold not, we muA icfon to argiMcenii dra*- n been expefied ;hai a.piocJamation,wtiivl|' from a very difTefent fbqicd> Wc’. thcrrf' rv. by the coaAftaaou. naj no othcropdfaADn ibmf merely tbe< of ei-hst.iog wnai u-alreany law, the ranse'or ihe people bf Uiefe Uo Colonies, aod by aacbA/ity. i nsAed upon. A core^fpondenc* beeween tb« inhabitaoii ofGreai-Bncaso aod their breih Aoienca. prodiked, m better much fatiifociiui legal Isajis (ohavo po/eA maxims of reprefeatation derived fron ' ’ ihetB. declare, that whatever pumfhment AiaJI be iiiflidled npoo any perfoas in the power cf i for favoanng, aiding or abetting ndividuals, and much the caafe of American riberty uiall be ■ attdi^so the (oae kind and (be /sme degree upon tbofe, in our power, who hare favuured. aided or aberted. or^fhall favour, aid or abet (he fyAetn of tiiiniAerial upprelDou Thr vf " .ofe and (has fidviintage to tbe public By whai cmenoD fhall one. w'lO i» _ unwilling re bjcak or? .corrcrpondcnce,- and is, at rhe fame uuie. anxious noi to eapofe hiir.lelf to the dfc?.dfaj aoaiiiqdeocrs thrtaceoed in this prvcUfflsrioa>,,-^iniQal differeucc between —by whac criterion (hall he 'Cguiate his c«Si- of oar ericmie? might ju&ify a dufl ' He isadmenilhed not to carry on cor- meot The law of rcunanon will unqocfli- rcfpoodence wuh ihe perfoos oow in rebellion onabl? warrani one equally fevete ID the colonies. How lhall be afceriam who We mean not, however, by tha declarati- are id tcbcTlion. and wno are not ' He coo- oa. to occahon or to mnloply pu-nOirnenis fuits- tbe law 10 Jearo the natureol the fupjjofed Our foie view is tji prevent them In ihi» crime; The law is filert upon the fubjcA. unhappy and unnaturtil tontroverfy. m which This. 10 s coutiiry where II has been-ofren faid, .Brittms Aghr againS Beltons and the deicen and formerly with loAice. that the goycni- dams of Briroos, let the calamities i,tim.tdi mem is by law and not by men. might render’ accly incident to a civrl wer foffice Wc bopa him perfe^y eafy. But proieUmacioni hare' additions will not, from wantonnefs be mtde been foroetimes dxngcnus engines is the to cbem oo one fide . We Aiali regret the ne hands of ibofe -in- power. Informaiua is cellity. rf laid tinder the neceiliiy, of ouluag commanded do-^ Secre-^ cbei>> on the other- * unet of S^.«f Ul petfooi '* «ho (hall b« Lrrroi? /rtm tbt Mieurr,. CHAACES THOMSON. Facsimile of Lot 9t Reduced one-half. pm o / H I S M A J E S T Y s MOST GRACIOUS SPEECH, To BOTH HOUSES OF Parliament. HOUSE 0f LORDS. a6. T his day rhe King wem Tn ihc uCual iUt< loopcr, both Houfe.' of Parliamcni . when being Icaicd on the Throat* and the Comnion> by corooiand attending, he made the folloo^iag Speech - Lc//d* and GfrHlenten. I HAVE Galled you togeihcT. \n i conjoniflu/e wKicK demands you* rnort fenous aiientioo, m the ume of profound peace witboui pretence of provocation or colour of compiainl, the Court of France hath not forbore to diiturb the public tranquility in vi olatioo of the faith of treaties and the general rights of fovereigns. ai firft by (he clandeffme fupply of arms and orhet aid, »o tny revolted fubjetf^sin North • Amenca, and afterwards by avowing openly their (uppon, and entering into federal engageoicni? with the leaders of the rcbclliori. and al length by committing open hoflihiics and depre- dations on my faithful fubjCif^s. and by an acflual mva/ion my dorpimoris in America 5r>d the Wert- Indies It is. I trurt. onneceffary for me to affurc you chai the fame car e and concern for the happinefs of my people, which induced me to endeavour to prevent rhe calamines of wax, will make us delirous to fee a rertorjtion uf the bletfingf of peace, whenever i» can be effeiDed with pci- fcifl honour, and with fccuniy to the rights of this country In the fTiea /1 t»me, I have nor ncgleiflcrl to take the pi«j* per and necefTary mcafures for difappomiing the malignan* designs of our cocmies. and dfo, for making general re pril'aU, and altTfOugh my efforts have not been attended with all the Ippccfs which the jurticc of our caufc and the vigour of ou' exertions feem to prormfe . yel the ex* icnfivc commerce of my fubjciffs has been proicdlcd i.» nicrt of itsbranchev, auU large rcpnhh hjve b^cii m.iJc Qptfi the 'iojunooi a^reiTors, by the vigilance of my fleets* «»>Td by the ^ite TirTrnferprt^ing fpinT of my people. The great armaments of olhct powers, however friendly and Gncere their profcffions, howevci jdff and honoat* able (heir purports, inurt necclfaxily engage onr attention. li would have afforded me »et 7 great fatisfaflion to have informed you, that the conciliatory mcafures planned by rhe wifdom and temper of Parliament, had taken iht de- filed effctfl, and broughi the troubles in North* Aanerlca to 9 happy conclufion. In this fituaiion of affairs, the nalioflt) honoL^ and. ferurity call fo loudly Upon us for the mort exet* lions, that I cannot doubt of your heartiert coooorttfnco end fuppori. From the vigour of yout councils, and the condu^ and intrepidity of my officers and forxes> by Tea and land. 1 flatter rnyfclf, by rhe blcfling of Ooa, to derive rhe means of vindicating and miincaining the ho- nour of my crown, end the inicrcrts of my people, againff ail ouf enennei Cenfirmfn of tbt Houjf ^ ComtKonst I Will order rhe proper dHmates for the enfuing year »o be laid before you, and when you conflder the impor- tince of the obje^^s fot which we are contending, you win, I doubr not, g»'ini me fuch fupphes ia'^ou fhall judge necefTary for the pubhc h*rvice, and -rdequale to rhe prefeni emergency. M} Lordi and OfnrkrnPfit I have’, accoiding to the powel^ vefted. in me fo« Uiat purj-ofe. called forth the oulitl.T ta tffffr tn me inienor dt« fence of this country i and I'h-svc with the greatert and truefl fatisfacfa'ofi^ been myfdf a witoefs of ihat public (pirii, that ffesdyardoui, and thji lovc of tlicti country, whu h inimafes all ranks of my faithful fubieds, and winch c.'imoi fill of onkiog u* af houie, and ref* [ Tbt abmif $penL u copxfdj'om the Gjac//r, dated the lOtb ^ February. \ Publifhed by James Rivingtom, Printer ro the KIN C’s Muff Excellent MAJESTY, Facsimile of I*ot 10, Keduced one-half. To The PUBLIC. W HOEVER lerioufljcoofiders the impoTcrinii^S^teof this Ciryj efptcTall) 'of manyo) the poor Inhabitant of it< murt be great- ly furprifed at the Condud ol fuch of them as employ the Soldiers, when there arc a Number o( the former that want Employrienf to fupport their diflrtlTed families. Every Man of Sen fe a- mongft o> knows that the Army i» not kept here to proteA, but to en- flave ii» ; and rotwithftanding our AlTcmblies have given vaft Sums of Mo- ney to provide them with fuch Nece^aiies which many of the good Burg- eis want Thefe Supplies are paid by a Tan on the Colony, a third of tvh)ch is the Quota for this City and County AdO to tins Burthen the heavy Duty tve pay on Sugar, which fo greatly dillrefiet our Trade, and hasfo im- poveiifhed this City, that many of ns lormei Inbahitanf^l^uss s:::; cveB. and others that remain, are, (oi want of tmploj', unaoie eiu«.ppoir themfcives and are thereby become a public Charge. This might, in a gieal Meafure, ■be pevented with Comfort to their diltrclTdd Families, and a favmg to ihe Community, if the Eniploycrs of Labourer^ would attend to it with that Care and Benevolence that a Citizen o«es to his Neighbour by employing him. ■' .• 3 eil not enough that you pay T axes for Billeting Money to fupport ■the Soldifrt, ahd a Poor Tax, to mainb|m many of tht-ir Whores and Bollards in the Work-houfe, without givirig them the Employment of the Poor, who you muft fupport if you don i e^iploy thfm, which adds greatly to fwcll , your Poor Tax ? J hope my Fellow Citizens will take this Matter into Confitleration, and not countenance 5 Sen of Men wha are Enemies toEiberty, and at the Beck of Tyrants to enllaae. tfpecially when it w ill bring on you the juft Reproaches ot the Poor. Experience has eonTinccd us, that good Ulage makes Soldiers lnfolenrand Ungrateful ; allthe Money ithat you have hitherto given them, has only taught them to defpife and infult you. This is evident in a great Number ol them, attempting laft Saturday Night to blow up the Libnty-Pole, which they had near effedted if fome of the Inhabitants had not difcoveied them. They had Time to Saw the Braces, and bore a hole m the Pole, which they filled with Powdei, and plugged it up, in order to let Fire to it , which was difeovered by a PerJon at Mr. MontaniIss : T hey in Refcntment broke Seventy -Six Squares of his Windows, entered his Houfe, and ftopped him in the Paffage with Swori^s, and threatned if be ftirred to take his Eife, which fo intimidated the People in the Houfe, that they were induced to go out of the Win- dorrs. Notifamfied with this atrocious Wickednefs, they broke two of his Lamps?’ and feveral Bowls, and that they might the better acComplirti their Defighi, they ported Sentinels in the Roads that leads to Liberty Pole, to prevent their being difeovered. This and worfe would he tSa TYeatinent we might exped if there were a greater Number or them. It's hoped tnatthis Condud with the former Confiderations will be fufficieni to prevent any -Friend t(^ Liberty from Employing any of them for the future. There is a Matter of the uimoft Importance to the Liber- ties of the good People of this Colony and the Continent now befute the Aficmbly. All the Friends to Liberty that incline to bear a Tertitnony a- gainft a literal Compliance with the Mutiny Ad, [oiherwife called the Billeting Adj are defired to meet at Liberty-Pole, at Twelve o’clock, on Wednefday next, which will be on the s 7tb Inftant, where the whole Matter rtiill be communicated to them New- York, Jsnuary ijto, 1770 BRUTUS. Facsimile of Lot 37. Reduced one-half. New-York, Tiiefday^ April 25”, ii'js- This Day, about Noon, arrived a fecond EXPRESS from New-England, with the following important Advices. Wallingford, Monday, April 24, 177J. Dear Sir, C OLONEL Wadsworth wasoirpr in this place, moil of yclforday, and has ordered 20 men oat of each er mpany in his regiment, fome of which hid already fee off, and other* go this morning. He brings ac- counts which came to him authenticated from Thurfday in the afternoon. The King’s troops being reinforced, a fecond time, and joined, as I fuppofc, freta what I edn learn, by the party who were intercepted by Col. Gardner, were then encamped on Winter Hill, and were furronnded by 20.000 of carmen,, who were entrenching. — Colonel Gardner’s ambufh proved fatal to Lord Percy, and another Genera^ Offi&er, ■who were killed ori the fpot, the firft fire — To counterbalance this good news, the fto- vy is, that ol)t firft man in command, (who he is I know not) i* alfo kil.ed, — Itfeems they have loll many men on both fides — ColsQcl Wadfworth had the account a letter from Hanford^ — The country beyond here are ail gone, and we exped it will be impofUble to procure horfes for oUr wag- gons, as they have, and will, in every place employ, themfeivss, all their horfes — In this place iheyfsnd an horfe for every dth man, aod are prcffiBg them for that piir- pofe — I know of no way but you muft im* Snediately fend a couple of ftom able horfes; who may overtake us at Hartford poffibly j where We muft return Mrs. Noyes’s, and Mcioy’s. it he holds out fo far —Remember the horfes muft be had at any rate, — lam in the greaieft hafte, your entire friend and humble fervant. JAMES LOCKWOODh N. B. Col. Gardner took 9 prifonef^s, and fs clubbed their firelocks and came over to tur party, Col, Gardner's party confifted of 700. and the regulars 1800. itiOe-ad of 1 200 as we heard before J ih