Large tabloid format. Remains of binding along the spine. Each issue 4 pages long, with ads. A collection of weekly newspapers featuring local news, commentary on politics, national and international news. This includes the blockade of Cadiz, Haitian literature, a short piece on 'Another Black Conspiracy' recalling an uncovered plot of rebellion of African-Americans in Havana, Cuba; an account from General Leavenworth recalling his fighting and encounters with the Ricara Native American tribe of the Missouri River area, etc. Seba Smith was a 19th century American humorist from Maine, known as being one of the first writers to use the American vernacular in humor (Wikipedia). GOOD condition. Horizontal fold crease present. General browning, minor scattered foxing and a few small tears/holes to the paper. Spine very rough. Minor scattered staining. Ink inscription at the upper left corner. Seller Inventory # 010670

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Title: Eastern Argus. Bound Volume. 9 Weekly Issues...

Publisher: Todd and Smith, Publisher, Portland, ME

Publication Date: 1823

Binding: Tabloid

Condition: Good

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