Harpers Weekly 1883 Lacrosse Yale New York Nov 10 General Sheridan Yellowstone For Sale

Title: Harpers Weekly 1883 Lacrosse Yale New York Nov 10 General Sheridan Yellowstone
​📚 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📚
​Frontier Marvels: This November 10, 1883, edition of Harper’s Weekly captures the dual nature of 19th-century America: the untamed natural wonders of the Yellowstone National Park and the gritty industrial reality of Mining Life in Colorado.
​Sporting Origins: It features a rare and historically significant look at the early days of competitive Lacrosse in the United States, played at the legendary Polo Grounds.
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​🥍 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🥍
​🏆 \"The Amateur Lacrosse Tournament at the Polo Grounds\" (Half-Page): Perhaps the \"best print\" of the issue, this illustration depicts the Final Game Between the Yale and New York Clubs. It is a cornerstone artifact for Lacrosse and Ivy League sports historians, capturing the sport in its infancy on the grand stage of the Polo Grounds.
​🏔️ \"The Geysers of the Upper Basin, Yellowstone\" (Full-Page): A spectacular full-page feature containing 11 captioned vignettes. It provides a comprehensive visual survey of the park’s geothermal wonders, perfect for National Park and Western Americana collectors.
​⛏️ \"Mining Life In Colorado\" (Full-Page): A magnificent full-page spread by the renowned W.A. Rogers. These vignettes provide an authentic look at the daily labor and environment of the Colorado silver and gold rushes. A premier piece for Colorado history buffs.
​⚔️ \"Lieut. General Philip Henry Sheridan\" (Front-Page): A \"nice\" full-page cover portrait of the legendary Civil War general and Western commander. This is an essential piece for Military and Civil War historians.
​🦌 \"Still-Hunting The Moose\" (Full-Page): A \"very nice\" and atmospheric full-page print by the iconic A.B. Frost. Frost’s mastery of the sporting life is on full display in this majestic wilderness scene.
​🍬 \"Sugar Plantation at Rio Grande, New Jersey\" (Half-Page): A fascinating and detailed look at the short-lived sorghum sugar industry in Southern New Jersey, a unique piece of Garden State agricultural history.
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​🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
​Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from November 10, 1883.
​Condition: This issue is described as \"very nice,\" preserving the intricate details of the Rogers and Frost illustrations.
​Originality: A guaranteed original 1883 woodblock printing—an authentic primary source you can hold in your hands.
​Full Documentation: Includes all news, advertisements, and editorials, offering a complete snapshot of American life in late 1883.
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​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
​Sports & Yale Collectors: Early Lacrosse imagery is incredibly scarce. This Yale vs. New York print is a \"holy grail\" for collectors of collegiate sports history.
​Colorado & Western Buffs: W.A. Rogers’ mining scenes are highly regarded for their accuracy and are a foundational record of the states industrial roots.
​National Park Enthusiasts: The 11-vignette Yellowstone feature is one of the most detailed surveys of the park to appear in 19th-century media.
​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Lacrosse tournament or the Yellowstone geysers would make a stunning, gallery-quality display!
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​📦 SHIPPING & PRESERVATION 📦
​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free cellophane sleeve to protect the newsprint for future generations.
​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to prevent any bending or damage during transit.
​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
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​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️
​1883 Harpers Weekly, Yale Lacrosse History, Polo Grounds NYC, Yellowstone Geysers 1883, Mining Life Colorado Rogers, General Philip Sheridan, A.B. Frost Moose Hunting, Rio Grande NJ Sugar, Antique Western Print, November 10 1883.
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