#6 • “Independent Chronicle” July 20, 1812, Boston, Mass.

Part of National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution Auction (timed auction by Wardlow Auctions)

High bid $150.00

Status: Sold

Category: Rare Finds

Surviving “Independent Chronicle” newspaper from Boston, Massachusetts. Printed by Adams, Rhodes & Co. for Monday, July 20, 1812, Volume XLIV, #3268. Of interest in this edition the newspaper reports; Madison's message to Congress on April 1st recommending an immediate and general embargo for 60 days, on June 19th Madison proclaimed a state of war with Great Britain, various other proclamations by Madison, acts concerning British subjects, organizing of the Army, reports of the celebration of the Forth of July, among many other items of note. Stored carefully in protective covering. Paper has deteriorated edges with handwriting at upper top left front cover, small staining from water damage, all over foxing, and fold creases. Size : 14”w x 21”h