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Lot: 1398

Washington: Newspaper -Washington´s Death. 4-page "New-Jersey State Gazette," Vol I, No 43, Trenton, 12/24/1709, announcing on page 3 "On Saturday the 14th Instant, / DIED SUDDENLY, / At his feat in Virginia / GEN. GEORGE WASHINGTON, / COMMANDER IN CHIEF / of the Armies of the United States of / America; / Mature in years, covered with glory, and Rich in the Affections of the American People..." With official statements from US Rep (future Chief Justice and Washington biographer) John Marshall, President Adams, cabinet members, etc. Entire issue in black mourning borders. Removed from a bound group, this is an original paper, not a souvenir reprint. VG. Estimate US$ 40-50

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