Civil War Newspaper Boston Morning Journal Apr 30 1862 Gettysburg Provenance

A striking original piece of Civil War-era journalism.
This authentic April 30, 1862 issue of The Boston Morning Journal offers a powerful window into the daily life, politics, and wartime sentiment during the American Civil War. Printed during a pivotal phase of the conflict, this paper likely includes reports from Union campaigns, military movements, and key political updates—alongside fascinating period advertisements and local news.

Civil War newspapers like this served as a primary lifeline of information for the public. Preserved in solid collectible condition, this edition is a tangible reflection of 19th-century American media and an ideal acquisition for historians, educators, and Civil War collectors.

Features:

• Original Boston Morning Journal newspaper
• Dated April 30, 1862 – U.S. Civil War era
• Includes news reports, battlefield updates, period ads, and editorials
• Sourced from a respected Gettysburg antique shop
• Approx. size: Full newspaper broadsheet

Condition: Honest Wear – Displays typical age-related toning, wear, and possible edge chipping consistent with 160+ year-old paper. No major restoration noted.

Item Location: TTA 7003943

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