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[NEWSPAPERS]. [AMERICANA]. [TEXAS]. The Richmond Enquirer. Richmond: Apr. 8 - May 3, 1836.

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Starting Bid
$500

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[NEWSPAPERS]. [AMERICANA]. [TEXAS]. The Richmond Enquirer. Richmond: Apr. 8 - May 3, 1836. Vol. 32 Nos. 101/112/113/118/119. Five issues. 4pps. Approximately 23.25 X 17.5". TEXAS REVOLUTION. Five issues prominently featuring dispatches on the Texas Revolution, including the Texas Convention and Declaration of Independence, the execution of James Fannin and his men at Goliad, and the Battle of the Alamo. "The assault on the fort of Alamo in the town of San Antonio commenced about 3 P.M., on the 28th of February, the Mexican Army hoisting a black flag aloft as indicating no quarters. The garrison being well supplied with 18 pounders planted on the fort, made them ply with dreadful effect, sweeping companies of the assailants before the shot..."

Condition

Light spotting and discoloration. Wrinkles. Ownership markings at upper right corners. Clipped corners. Small holes and chipping from disbinding. Some issues separated and loose, some with glue residue at left margin. Apr. 1 issue with several burn marks, some through text, and soiling at back. May 3 issue with stains at upper right and hole on through front page. Varied creasing. Good or better. Complete list available upon request. 

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