The Commercial & Financial Chronicle (1867) — May 25, 1867, Vol. 4 No. 100

Discover a rare survivor from 19th-century financial journalism: The Commercial & Financial Chronicle, Bankers' Gazette, Commercial Times, Railway Monitor, and Insurance Journal, published Saturday May 25, 1867. This edition corresponds to Volume 4, Number 100 and is a valuable primary source for historians, researchers, and collectors of antique business press.

Commonly cited as The Chronicle, this weekly was a leading American financial and business news publication in the 1800s. Its lineage traces to mid-1800s business newspapers and handbooks, evolving into one of the most authoritative sources for market data in the late 19th century and serving as a precursor to later financial-news outlets.

Scope, Audience & Content

The Chronicle targeted bankers, merchants, brokers, financiers, and business professionals seeking timely reports on markets, securities, rates, and overall economic conditions. In the 1860s, typical content included weekly market summaries, stock quotations, bond yields, interest rates, bank failures or consolidations, shipments and trade statistics, commodity prices (cotton, grains, wool, etc.), and notices of financial legislation or regulatory developments. The publication often included price tables, indices, and notices impacting commercial life.

Item Details

• Title/Publication: The Commercial & Financial Chronicle (1867) — May 25, 1867, Vol. 4 No. 100
• Format: 12 5/8" x 8.25"
• Condition: As pictured. Binding is secure. Edge and binding tears present.

Historical Context & Provenance

The Chronicle represents a foundational period in American financial journalism, capturing market activity and regulatory developments during a pivotal era. As a primary source, it offers rich insight into 19th-century commerce, trade, and monetary policy.