The Shanghai Weekly Times (2 issues) First known examples to be found
Two extremely scarce issues of, 'The Shanghai Weekly Times - Journal of Commerce and Shipping', Vol. I No. 2 (Saturday, October 12, 1861) and Vol I. No. 11 (Saturday, December 14, 1861) along with one issue of, 'The North-China & Japan Market Report' No.110 for October 5, 1861 (printed at the North-China Herald Office, Shanghai) . The Shangai Weekly Times was published for less than one year between 1861 and 1862. According to, 'A Research Guide to China-Coast Newspapers, 1822–1911' (edited by Frank H. H. King, Prescott Clarke. 1965), 'No copies of this short-lived newspaper have been located.' (p.81). The newspaper was published by W. Wynter & Co. but apparently closed when Wynter left Shanghai in 1862 in debt.
Shanghai. W. Wynter & Co. 1861.
Each issue of The Shanghai Weekly Times is 1 large folded sheet (i.e. 4 sides) approx. 69 x 49.6cm (when folded). The North-China & Japan Market Report is 2 sheets (i.e. 8 sides) and approx. 38 x 26cm (when folded).
In very good condition overall. Vol. I No.2 very good with minor age wear. Vol I No.11 with some age wear, staining and a few small holes. The North-China & Japan Market Report with minor age wear. e33040932
