Lot 1127
1755 PENNSYLVANIA GAZETTE, Printed By Benjamin Franklin. November 6, 1755 newspaper printed by Benjamin Franklin, 4pp., 15 1/8 x 9¾ in. Page 3 has an announcement for the upcoming publication of "Poor Richard's Almanack for 1756," to be "sold by the Printers hereof." Three inside columns have a report on the French and Indian War: During the Battle of Lake George, New York, American William Johnson, who was building Ft. William Henry with 3,500 Colonials and 400 Indians, defeated Baron Dieskau. Ads include "To be Sold, A likely Negroe wench…" and five ship woodcuts. This paper does not include the supplement advertising sheet that contained the Franklin imprint name. Light toning, minor foxing; and minor chipping at lower right corner.
Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.
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