Description
The December 15, 1790 issue of the Columbian Centinel printed at Boston by Benjamin Russell, four pages complete. Interesting contents including a brief regarding the establishment of the seat of federal government on the Potomac River. On the front page includes an article on the whale fishery and seal catching, much else including news from France. Interesting ads and notices some with small illustrations of ships. Very Good, break along central fold with letters of text on the opposite side of the break (no loss). Folio.,
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Condition
Very Good
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20%
1790 Boston Newspaper Whaling Federal City
Estimate $100-$120
Starting Price
$80
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Historical Manuscripts and Printings
Jul 03, 2026 7:00 AM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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