Lot Of 4 Extremely Scarce Very Rare Antique Bryant’s Pond Maine “Standard Storyteller” Newspapers, 1890s, Bryant Pond Woodstock, Maine, Story Teller, “Asleep At His Post” By Gilbert Patten, aka Burt L. Standish Of Frank Merriwell Fame, “Tonny’s Thanksgiving Wishbone, And What Became Of Its ‘Lucky Part’” By Mary Clarke Huntington, “Heyser’s Christmas” By Florence B. Hallowell, “Prof. Hugo’s Thanks” By David A. Curtis, Stories, Poetry, Advertisements, More, Ultra Scarce Newspapers You Will Not Find Anywhere Else With The Exception Of The Few Other Lots We Currently Have Listed (Repeat Issue Lots Of Various Size), Zoom In Or Click On Pictures And Please Read Our Detailed Item Description Below, Please View Or Search Our Other Items Here, Combine Items To Save On Shipping

”With muffled drums and measured tread the little band of battle marked and time scarred veterans—honored heroes of the noble army that fought to preserve the Union—marched through the cemetery that lay sleeping on the southward sloping hillside. The balmy breath of springtime was in the air, and when they passed onward, after pausing at the last resting place of some dead comrade, the sweet perfume of flowers rose from the green grass that grew above the departed soldier’s breast, while a tiny flag—the dearly loved red, white and blue—fluttered beside the marble tombstone.” So begins Gilbert Patten’s seemingly long-lost piece “Asleep At His Post” published as the lead piece of the May 1897 “Standard Storyteller” out of Bryant’s Pond in Maine. The story soon turns deep introducing the lead character, an old veteran with an old grudge and a new battle. At the center of the front page, framed by the text of the story, is a beautiful patriotic Art Nouveau style illustration commemorating Decoration Day (Memorial Day). William George “Gilbert” Patten (1866-1945), aka Burt L. Standish, gained fame as the writer of over 200 Frank Merriwell dime novels using the Standish pseudonym, one of many he used. He is one of many writers represented in these issues including Mary Clarke Huntington, Florence B. Hallowell, and David A. Curtis. This lot contains 4 issues of this exceptionally scarce “Standard Storyteller”. We could find hardly any references at all to this publication online. The newspapers are marked in part as follows: STANDARD STORYTELLER. BRYANT’S POND, MAINE, NOVEMBER, 1896. VOLUME VIII. NUMBER 11; STANDARD STORYTELLER. BRYANT’S POND, MAINE, DECEMBER, 1896. VOLUME VIII. NUMBER 12; STANDARD STORYTELLER. BRYANT’S POND, MAINE, MAY, 1897. VOLUME IX. NUMBER 5; and STANDARD STORYTELLER. BRYANT’S POND, MAINE, NOVEMBER, 1897. VOLUME IX. NUMBER 11. The newspapers have many stories, advertisements, illustrated images, and more throughout them. Each newspaper page measures roughly 11” x 15”. The newspapers have creases, folds, yellowing, discoloration, wrinkles, edge wear, tears, missing edge and/or corner pieces, and dirty and/or stained areas (see photos). All of the newspapers appear to be comprised of a single intentionally uncut poster-like sheet that is approximately 44” x 30” overall when unfolded (approximately A0 size). The newspapers would need to be cut to be read in a normal manner if the new owner so desires. This lot of 4 rare Maine Bryant’s Pond “Standard Storyteller” newspapers is sure to be a nice addition to your collection. We do our best to properly describe an item, but please take a close look at the pictures to assess condition (mouse over to zoom, click to enlarge). This is one of many great items we currently have listed including a few other lots of this scarce publication. View or search our other items here.

If you have any questions, please contact us prior to bidding. Serious bidders only please. Buyer pays all shipping costs. Combine purchases to save on shipping. If you win more than one item, BEFORE PAYING please let us know that you are done shopping so that we can send you a combined invoice with an updated discounted shipping price (or just give us a bit of time to repackage your items and we’ll send a new invoice). International bidders please note that if USPS First-Class Mail International is being offered as a shipping option for this item, the package cannot be insured (USPS Priority Mail International will be fully insured). We use the United States Postal Service for all of our shipping. Local pickup can be arranged.

As you can see in our listings, we offer a wide range of items and seem to find many objects of interest, new and old. We never know where or when we'll find our next treasure. Check back in with us frequently. Bid with confidence. We always do our best to satisfy our customers and work hard to offer excellent service. We encourage you to contact us if you have any problems with our products or services. In the unlikely case your item arrives damaged, please be sure to retain any and all packing material as we may need it to resolve a potential insurance claim. Your feedback is very important to us, and we welcome any comments or suggestions you might have to help us improve our service.

Lot Of 4 Extremely Scarce Very Rare Antique Bryant’s Pond Maine “Standard Storyteller” Newspapers, 1890s, Bryant Pond Woodstock, Maine, Story Teller, “Asleep At His Post” By Gilbert Patten, aka Burt L. Standish Of Frank Merriwell Fame, “Tonny’s Thanksgiving Wishbone, And What Became Of Its ‘Lucky Part’” By Mary Clarke Huntington, “Heyser’s Christmas” By Florence B. Hallowell, “Prof. Hugo’s Thanks” By David A. Curtis, Stories, Poetry, Advertisements, More, Ultra Scarce Newspapers You Will Not Find Anywhere Else With The Exception Of The Few Other Lots We Currently Have Listed (Repeat Issue Lots Of Various Size), Zoom In Or Click On Pictures And Please Read Our Detailed Item Description Below, Please View Or Search Our Other Items Here, Combine Items To Save On Shipping

”With muffled drums and measured tread the little band of battle marked and time scarred veterans—honored heroes of the noble army that fought to preserve the Union—marched through the cemetery that lay sleeping on the southward sloping hillside. The balmy breath of springtime was in the air, and when they passed onward, after pausing at the last resting place of some dead comrade, the sweet perfume of flowers rose from the green grass that grew above the departed soldier’s breast, while a tiny flag—the dearly loved red, white and blue—fluttered beside the marble tombstone.” So begins Gilbert Patten’s seemingly long-lost piece “Asleep At His Post” published as the lead piece of the May 1897 “Standard Storyteller” out of Bryant’s Pond in Maine. The story soon turns deep introducing the lead character, an old veteran with an old grudge and a new battle. At the center of the front page, framed by the text of the story, is a beautiful patriotic Art Nouveau style illustration commemorating Decoration Day (Memorial Day). William George “Gilbert” Patten (1866-1945), aka Burt L. Standish, gained fame as the writer of over 200 Frank Merriwell dime novels using the Standish pseudonym, one of many he used. He is one of many writers represented in these issues including Mary Clarke Huntington, Florence B. Hallowell, and David A. Curtis. This lot contains 4 issues of this exceptionally scarce “Standard Storyteller”. We could find hardly any references at all to this publication online. The newspapers are marked in part as follows: STANDARD STORYTELLER. BRYANT’S POND, MAINE, NOVEMBER, 1896. VOLUME VIII. NUMBER 11; STANDARD STORYTELLER. BRYANT’S POND, MAINE, DECEMBER, 1896. VOLUME VIII. NUMBER 12; STANDARD STORYTELLER. BRYANT’S POND, MAINE, MAY, 1897. VOLUME IX. NUMBER 5; and STANDARD STORYTELLER. BRYANT’S POND, MAINE, NOVEMBER, 1897. VOLUME IX. NUMBER 11. The newspapers have many stories, advertisements, illustrated images, and more throughout them. Each newspaper page measures roughly 11” x 15”. The newspapers have creases, folds, yellowing, discoloration, wrinkles, edge wear, tears, missing edge and/or corner pieces, and dirty and/or stained areas (see photos). All of the newspapers appear to be comprised of a single intentionally uncut poster-like sheet that is approximately 44” x 30” overall when unfolded (approximately A0 size). The newspapers would need to be cut to be read in a normal manner if the new owner so desires. This lot of 4 rare Maine Bryant’s Pond “Standard Storyteller” newspapers is sure to be a nice addition to your collection. We do our best to properly describe an item, but please take a close look at the pictures to assess condition (mouse over to zoom, click to enlarge). This is one of many great items we currently have listed including a few other lots of this scarce publication. View or search our other items here.

If you have any questions, please contact us prior to bidding. Serious bidders only please. Buyer pays all shipping costs. Combine purchases to save on shipping. If you win more than one item, BEFORE PAYING please let us know that you are done shopping so that we can send you a combined invoice with an updated discounted shipping price (or just give us a bit of time to repackage your items and we’ll send a new invoice). International bidders please note that if USPS First-Class Mail International is being offered as a shipping option for this item, the package cannot be insured (USPS Priority Mail International will be fully insured). We use the United States Postal Service for all of our shipping. Local pickup can be arranged.

As you can see in our listings, we offer a wide range of items and seem to find many objects of interest, new and old. We never know where or when we'll find our next treasure. Check back in with us frequently. Bid with confidence. We always do our best to satisfy our customers and work hard to offer excellent service. We encourage you to contact us if you have any problems with our products or services. In the unlikely case your item arrives damaged, please be sure to retain any and all packing material as we may need it to resolve a potential insurance claim. Your feedback is very important to us, and we welcome any comments or suggestions you might have to help us improve our service.

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