Published by E. Gilbert & Co, San Francisco, 1852
Seller: Tavistock Books, ABAA, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
First Edition
Printed self-wrappers. 1st printing of this issue. 4 pages, 6 columns per page (1st page with "Express Lines", "Vessels Advertised" [2], Miscellaneous, & "Business Directory" [2]). 24" x 17-1/2" By 1849, the paper, after a number of prior names & iterations, "had come under the control of Robert B. Semple, cofounder of The Californian, who changed its name to the Alta California. On January 22, the paper began daily publication, becoming the first daily newspaper in California. On July 4, 1849, Semple began printing the Daily Alta California on a new steam press, the first such press in the west. . The newspaper continued publication until June 2, 1891." [Wiki]. Fold lines, age-toning, stains to p. 1 above the fold, p. 1 advert excised from 5th column of 1st leaf. A Good copy.