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 34 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1901
Page
3
A drugstore advertisement touts Mother's Friend as an external liniment to ease pregnancy pains and prevent breast swelling and morning sickness. It claims women can avoid hard labor and encourages readers to buy a bottle for $1 and request a free illustrated book from The Bradfield Regulator Co. in Atlanta, Georgia.
Columbia University scholars James McKeen Cattell a psychology anthropology professor and Theophil Mitchell Prudden pathology professor at the College of Physicians and Surgeons have been elected to the National Academy of Science in a notable academic honor.
English socialist George Jacob Holyoake turns eighty four on April 13. A public lecturer for over six decades, his life has been devoted to social and political reform work.
A Texas legislator was urged to apologize for a remark affecting the house unfavorably. He replied I weigh 130 pounds and own all the ground I stand on and can take care of myself here or outside. The apology was accepted.
Dr. Chapot-Revost, famed surgeon who separated the Siamese twins, travels to Vienna to study another case of Chinese twins similarly afflicted. The examination will use Roentgen rays to assess the condition.
William C. Volans who died recently in Annapolis bequeathed his entire estate of about $14 000 to religious and charitable organizations. Five Philadelphia associations received between $1 200 and $5 000 each in the distribution.
A local paper notes Arch bishop Ireland appeared in Washington for several days. Report says people turn to watch him as he passes with a short rapid stride and his right hand swinging industriously.
A concise philosophical remark notes that profit in religious pursuit hinges on perceived loss or sacrifice, implying that without sacrifice or risk, religious practice yields no meaningful returns or growth. The statement invites reflection on motive, commitment, and cost within faith.
Anna C. Guernsey explains Bohemian silk embroidery in two styles, light sprays and heavier scrolls, with color guides using Montauk threads. The article details stitch order, filling methods, and gold outlining to create a centerpiece design.
A delicate summer gown features ecru batiste fabric with fine tucks, an ecru lace yoke and skirt lace, a light blue velvet bow at the waist, and a matching belt for a refined, airy look.
In Paris the revival of wearing a black velvet ribbon bracelet is noted by the Philadelphia Inquirer. The accessory is tied in a bow or fastened with a jeweled ornament, and velvet is also worn as a neckpiece with gowns, featuring a back clasp and a front brooch.
A concise maxim states that a man's character is revealed by how he endures life’s press and public scrutiny, illustrating integrity under trial and the enduring value of principled conduct.
Describes several jacket designs including No 1 belted tan cloth with stitched bands No 2 ecru cloth faced with white satin trimmed with braid and gold ornaments No 8 Eton with long fronts trimmed with bands of cloth and satin piping No 4 black tucked taffeta with velvet ribbon and steel buckles.
The passage blends flower bed planning with curved borders and tropical color concepts, recommending plants like salvia Bryant geraniums and ricinus for striking effects. It also shifts to a spring soil prep note and a recipe for a layered cake with brown sugar butter cream, vanilla and boiled frosting.
A fragment describes a cake mix with half a cup grated chocolate half a cup sweet milk and half a cup brown sugar boiled together, detailing a steps portion from a vintage cookbook or column. The brief entry captures a dessert making note with no further context or instructions available.
A simple caramel candy recipe explains dissolving four cups of sugar in milk with a touch of cream of tartar, boiling to a soft putty stage, cooling, and beating into a creamy dough. The dough is rolled and cut into caramel sized squares, with vanilla added for flavor and cream substitution for richer taste.
The season opens with a new veil fashion featuring an inner white net layer dotted in black velvet and an outer black chiffon layer dotted in white, signaling a fresh headwear trend.
An Austrian Parliament member once worked as a waiter in a suburban restaurant. Carl Mittermayr was elected to the Reichsrat four years ago while employed as a waiter. A British Commons butcher and several MPs who were grocers or laborers are noted. Vancouver's Speaker formerly mined coal in Northumberland.
The Irish Hunt Corps formed from Imperial Yeomanry units was mobilized in Dublin on January 13 1900 and sailed on March 18 for South Africa where at the cape it joined the Thirteen Bat battalion. Thirteen members were killed in their first clash with the Boers and the rest surrendered.
An alleged crime of power in Africa to be tried at Boma Congo Free State. A state agent is accused of killing his native servant, or boy, who climbed a tree to catch parrots and failed to descend quickly enough. The master reportedly shot him dead.
Senator William A. Clark of Montana has ordered the start of construction on a grand Washington home. With Marcus Daly dead and William E. Chandler out of political influence, Clark believes his senate seat is secure and proceeds with the palatial project in the capital.
The article envisions the open air telephone as a major convenience, allowing people to step off a streetcar, call central, and instantly talk with loved ones or a pastor, signaling a near future of wireless telegraphy like communication in public spaces.
The marble archiepiscopal throne sculptured in Rome has arrived at Westminster Cathedral. It is a white marble replica of St. John Lateran's opal throne with mosaic work, a gift to Cardinal Vaughan from all English bishops of his diocese.
The French are credited with the most efficient artillery in Europe using shrapnel weighing about 17.64 pounds and a velocity of 1,700 feet. They fire over thirty rounds per minute with fixed ammunition. The gunner sits on the carriage during firing, which helps steady the piece.
A four year old visitor at a blacksmith shop watches a horse being shod. He firmly tells the blacksmith that his father does not want the horse trimmed or made smaller, showing a child’s earnest, humorous misunderstanding of the shoer’s craft.
The Emperor William commands that a long list of newspapers be laid before him each day instead of clippings. He now peruses over forty German papers daily and also reads two French journals two English papers one American and three Austrian papers.
The 98 year old Thomas Sidney Cooper remains the oldest active painter. Beginning in 1820 as a theatrical scene painter, he has since exhibited 230 pictures at the English Royal Academy.
A dozen small schooners are being fitted out for departure to the Bahamas to load pineapples for Philadelphia and Baltimore. Each year these vessels sail to the Bahama group’s small islands and return with the fruit for eastern markets.
Henry Guy Carleton, the playwright, famous for stammering, reportedly stopped Nat Goodwin on the street and asked for a five minute conversation lasting half an hour. The incident highlights Carleton's stammer and social banter with the actor.
Miss Morris is reappointed lieutenant colonel on the staff of Gov. Candler of Georgia. She serves as secretary of the Georgia Society of Chattanooga and is noted as an accomplished horsewoman, linguist, and musician.
Reports indicate widespread upheaval with the entire lake bottom elevated by volcanic activity. A broad lagoon has formed along the northern Jordan delta and the sea level has risen noticeably.
The table version of lawn tennis, using celluloid balls parchment racquets and a six inch net, has grown popular as a society amusement imported from England.
London gossip claims Joseph Chamberlain is inclined toward superstition, with the latest tale stating he received a carved rabbit foot from America, suggesting a belief in lucky charms amid political life.
An early warning message states consumption is rarely obvious at first but preventable if recognized early. It urges readers to act quickly, take Scott’s Emulsion with cod liver oil, and care for health at home. A free sample offer is mentioned with address 409 Pearl Str and prices 60c and $1.
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.