This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 8 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1893
Page
2
Fragmentary text suggests a subscription retest or renewal note from Athena Press. The readable phrases mention verbiage around testing, fire, market terms, and names like Andi Bach, but specifics are unclear.
The article analyzes currency supply versus demand and the impact of gold and silver on credit during financial stress. It compares the United States with England France and Germany, noting paper money secured by gold and the risks of currency depreciation. It discusses silver coinage free coinage debates and implications for prices and financial stability.
The Atlanta Constitution discussed the reopening of mints to unlimited silver coinage and placing silver on par with gold bullion, framing how law and economics would be affected by such a change.
The piece argues Republicans bear blame for the fiscal stringency and the Sherman act. It questions whether President Harrison would veto free coinage and if Reed Congress could override it. It asserts Republicans passed the Sherman law and criticizes the failure to enact honest silver policy in 1892.
The article portrays growing friction between Siam and France over the Siamese crisis. After Siam yields in the ultimatum including territory and indemnity, France adds demand for immediate occupation of towns as security, seen as provocative and unjustified given Siam's surrender.
East Oregonian critiques ongoing bank failures with 105 total and 37 receivership, noting Western states bear 55 of 105. Tacoma News laments Oregon governor’s delayed greeting to Vice President Stevenson. Portland Oregonian reports John Hansen's murder confession and manslaughter verdict context, concluding with a remark on extreme heat in Vansycle and jute thermometer reading.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions mercury and a dated chronicle style, with unclear terms like Trentiole and tea makina. The readable bits suggest a historical note or weathering reference rather than a complete event or clear actors.
Roderick McKenzie a John Day sheepman disappears while driving 800 head to market. Partner Pickering finds only hats and shoes after three days of search. The incident leads to speculation he wandered and went mad on the barren plain near Mayfield.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.