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The New England Courant, No. 80, 1723 (Reprinted in 1856) Facsimile of First Paper Printed by Benjam

Currency:USD Category:Books / Antiquarian & Collectible Start Price:65.00 USD Estimated At:120.00 - 200.00 USD
The New England Courant, No. 80, 1723 (Reprinted in 1856) Facsimile of First Paper Printed by Benjam
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Boston Massachusetts, 1856, Single sheet, printed on both recto and verso, measuring circa 8 1/2 by 12 1/4 inches. "Facsimile of the first Paper ever issued by Franklin and now printed (Sept. 17, 1856) on a press once used by him". 2 pages printed on light beige paper, Franklin discusses the reasons and purpose for the paper and what the paper will report on. Though it is a reprint, it is from Franklins original printing press from 1723 and a copy of his first historic news paper that he released for the public. Discusses news from England, a speech by the King discussing a foreign conspiracy (in Europe) and also a few small advertisements. Interesting, historic and rare even as a reprint. VF condition.