Harper's Weekly: A Journal of Civilization.

(Old Periodicals, 19th Century Newspapers, Americana, Harper's Weekly, Spanish-American War,  Illustrated Newspapers).

Issued February 4th, 1899, New York, by Harper & Brothers.

An actual piece of American history issued during the Spanish-American War. Filled with commentary and offset images relating to that war and issued contemporary to the events. Also incudes China, Philippines, etc.

Original late-19th century weekly newspaper.  An actual, complete newspaper published at the date listed, not a modern re-issue.

During this period, this journal was a major, influential national publication which employed many of the top artists of the era.

Paper uniformly age toned as typical, some pages loose. Issue was once bound up in a volume and is now free-standing and complete unto itself as originally issued.

Nice looking, clean, well preserved example, pages loosened, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Text on reverse of each page as always, images and maps from Harper's like this are often offered separately for display. 

Newspaper measures c. 16" H x 11" W.

Periodical will be shipped gently rolled in a sturdy 3" wide tube to ensure it arrives safely to you! Multiple issues purchased at the same time will be shipped flat.

[B11458].

Full front page illus. of "Havana - 10th U.S. Cavalry Quelling a Tumult Aroused by the Display of the Spanish Flag on a Business House." Inside is a 1/3 pg. illus. of "One of Four Decorative Panels for the Joan of Arc Memorial Church at Domremy."

Three large illus. pertaining to "Before and Behind China's Throne." Full pg. of illus. of "The Operations Before Manila - A Daring Reconnaissance by Three American Officers." Full pg. of illus. of "Manila - Paco Cemetery and the Four Gates of the Old City." Two full pg. illus. of "Manila" including "- Its Warlike and Peaceful Sides" and "- Scenes of Interest in and About the City." Also includes a full page color Ivory Soap advertisement.

Other news and advertisements of the day are included.