05 May 1893
Page 1
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 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Aurelia Sentinel
Location
Aurelia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1893
Page
1
Fragmentary lines describe anarchists possibly triggering an explosion in a dwelling. A cryptic note mentions a lottery inside a boat and a boast about ruining fine material, suggesting chaotic, unsafe plots and misleading phrasing without clear facts.
A Swedish legal rule requires that the body of any person who dies by own action be sent to the dissenting room of the nearest university. The policy aims to address posthumous concerns and academic oversight.
A New York actor was fined twenty dollars plus costs after kissing a young woman against her will. He is not the first man to face trouble for being too free with his lips.
The President of Hasty fears a cometary plot to kill him. He is habitually involved in killings and seems to grasp that a strong rule can backfire against the wielder as well.
A Louisville singer was caught in the act of robbing a church contribution box. He acted as if he was volunteering and apparently believed his singing would excuse the amount taken.
Wendell Hones pursues strict dietary and lifestyle discipline to avoid unwise indulgence that could harm his health. He aims to heed medical counsel and extend his life by careful habits.
The report notes conflicting health rumors about Connett, with one claim stating good health and another claiming poor health. Readers are reminded that some individuals ignore accuracy, while the public remains divided and influenced by sensational chatter.
Chicago readers weigh a preacher who asserts royal lineage while open-hearted residents consider possible tracing error and give him charitable benefit of the doubt. The debate centers on pedigree and public reception in a cautious, temperate tone.
Jorams Vos, a Hungarian resident in Pennsylvania, buys a wife for $30. The seller boasts he can supply another for $10. The incident reveals a cynical market for spouses and criticizes a flag’s sheltering of such trade.
In Newark New Jersey a young man on the dance floor lost control of his feet and kicked his partner in the ankle. He apologized, but the ankle owner has sued for 35000, illustrating that even in youthful waltz frivolity thrift can enter the case.
A Boston infant story recounts Professor Royce of Harvard dozing and waking to his son’s intense gaze. The youth mutters that the father resembles the devil, framing a humorous moment about perception and birth of philosophical thought.
A medical journal reproaches doctors for not taking active public interest and notes lawyers are not fault free. It argues lawyers exhibit a stronger weakness and a monopoly in public affairs, suggesting the ideal is to avoid the trough and be a model.
The article discusses historic newspaper sales including New York Nimes at about 950000 and Mail and Express at 425000, plus New York Evening Post by Henry Villard at around 4000000. It argues prices largely reflect a paper’s good name and potential, not immediate profits.
The text portrays dramatic border tensions as Maryland's claim to part of West Virginia could spark a broader conflict. It notes the rugged West Virginian mountaineers, their poverty, and fierce love of liberty, with isolation shaping their views on the Civil War and taxation.
Governor Russell told the Massachusetts State Board of Trade how to stop stock watering in railroad and family corporations. He said paid up stock with proper investment is not watered, while issuing stock as a stock dividend or via underbidding is the obnoxious method. He warns that interest on extra stock may burden passengers and freight users in the commonwealth. He notes many in power tolerate watering, and praises a plain talk on the issue.
A Philadelphia elocution teacher has won a breach of promise case by reading a suitor's letters in open court, illustrating how love letters can influence juries. Observers note New York and Chicago performers have already entertained the country with similar acts, suggesting more women may pursue dramatic reading to aid courtship.
Judge Green affirmed the validity of Thomas Edison's main and feeder electricity patent issued in 1582 despite long delays and prior infringement. The ruling recognizes Edison’s priority after five years of evidence gathering and a $100,000 outlay, praising persistence and genius amid a system that allows lengthy legal delays.
Tax Mobile Register notes belief that cotton is phayed out while introducing a letter by Senator George who argues cotton may rise in price briefly in executive cases yet remains a viable crop. It argues cotton production remains cheaper overall as costs fall in manufacturing and transport and warns against sensational headlines.
A detailed description of a wool-box mechanism from American Agriculturist shows a farmer can tie the fleece as quickly as five to six shearers. The design features hinged end pieces, a spring end clamp, and a stable frame. the box folds open and closed with springs, twine grooves, and a method to form a compact square fleece for storage or transport.
The plot nearly square yielded 109 bushels of potatoes at 110 cents each and 35 bushels of dusters at 18 cents. Total receipts were 128.20 with costs including 44 pounds seed and phosphates totaling 47.23. Profit stood at 78.08 while describing soil and labor inputs across spring plowing furrow depth and planting by hand.
An old farmer notes hens lay more when prices are low and food is cheap, with greater winter labor and feeding needs, while summer forage reduces costs. A hen may lay two to one eggs between seasons, so profit hinges on cost rather than price, per Exchange.
Notes from Camden on garden timing soil prep and seed sowing. Plow early to prevent frost, mix creek sand with rotted manure for better radish growth, sow Lea trees any time, thin to six inches, and plant peas early to beat dry weather. Burn orchard debris to deter pests and plant currants to form open beds. Caution against neglecting gooseberries as improved varieties emerge for market growth.
Mixed recipe fragment describes cutting bacon thinly, greasing a broiler, cooking until crisp, and draining. Also includes a large fruit meat mince with suet, raisins, currants, citron, apples, wine, cider, spices, sugar, and vinegar, instructing chopping and simmering until apples soften.
A Georgia tale from decades ago centers on the unidentified assailant who felled Billy Patterson. Rumors point to miller George We Patterson of Tunerton, while notes recount Patterson’s secret and a $1000 reward in Franklin County Court of Record awaiting a claimant for truth.
In Chanville near Normandy perilous tides surge from the sea. Two friends exploring rocks and collecting plants are overwhelmed as a large wave sweeps in. A girl guides them toward higher rocks as spectators on shore cheer their ascent and survival after repeated waves.
In 100 years no candidate faced such scrutiny as Charles Deen, second chancellor's medal winner, is withheld with accusations of bias. Paris-What dlo you think of a warmer climate for me, Doctors Qlovtor- My dar quan, that's just what Lun trying to save you from.
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.