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 33 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1891
Page
4
Subscription rates listed as cents per year and six dollars per year for mail. postage prepaid. Other rates shown per year by mail. Announcement appears from a Boston newspaper with postal classification notes and address 942 Washington Street.
A sample copy offer invites readers to send lists of 10 or a dozen names from their neighborhood to THE WEEKLY GLOBE Boston Mass. The note cites Robert Hall on conscience and prudence as guiding thoughts.
Globe readers are invited to compare the Wrexty Globe with any weekly newspaper. The issue highlights illustrated papers for women, a 12 chapter serial “A Three Thousand Mile Walk” by C. F. Lummis, sea tales by W Craix Rousset, and stories such as “Capt. Jones of the Rose” alongside items like “Gen. Booth Tries to Save the Perishing” and “Acres of Human Dust.” The Weekly Globe markets itself as a full news and family journal with new attractions each week.
The race for speaker could come from Texas, Georgia, or Illinois with Mitchell Minis of Texas viewed as the strongest national figure among the candidates. Illinois’ Wirelam M. Sprincer is a seasoned parliamentarian and tenacious debater, while Georgia’s Cuantes F. Cristy draws popularity for his temperate demeanor and sharp wit.
A political endorsement praises Crisp as the leading candidate for speaker of the Fifty-Second Congress, noting faultless manners and impeccable logic. Observers including Minis, Staivemr and others believe the Democratic party will nominate a capable patriotic statesman who has earned the country’s good will.
The article surveys global population growth as of census time, noting Great Britain Ireland and Austria Hungary gains, India adding tens of millions, and a world trend toward bigger populations. It ponders future balance of power as demographic shifts accelerate under historical rule and rising civic awareness.
A Jewish plan to move banished Russians to new homes in the Argentine Republic gains support from Baron Hirsh and the Russian ruler may accept the proposal. If realized, about ten to twelve years could see many exiles starting anew in a distant land, with a hopeful future ahead. The move, imagined as a noble enterprise, would test the despotism that drove Jews abroad and illustrate Israel’s enduring spirit in the face of persecution.
An essay uses the idea of a canon to discuss ecclesiastical disputes settled by ballots. It argues that majorities rarely decide highest truths and notes the oddity of voting on hell while acknowledging potential harm and folly in crowd judgment.
M. J. Savage argues that majority prejudice cannot settle sacred truths and warns that as knowledge grows, popular opinion may reverse. He urges dispassionate inquiry to uncover simple truth beyond the vote and asks if modern conscience can weigh justice and goodness against centuries of doctrine.
A collection of editorial observations notes Prof. Price of Columbia praising American newspaper editorials as strong and classical. It cites Kansas Knights of Reciprocity, a growing political group, and reports on Chile beating the United States in a dispute. It critiques Alliance sentiments on sectional issues and mentions Alaska’s grip, Derew’s Grant monument speech, and English concerns over pauper immigration with potential parliamentary debate and opposition.
Ella Wheeler Wilcox poetically envisions humanity advancing from age-old conflicts to a peaceful, united future. The poem contrasts violent history with a dawning era of reason and compassion where nations no longer wage war. It predicts unarmed, godlike humans and a future where guns are silenced and peace prevails.
Anna C. Bracken argues in Harper's that happiness hinges on reducing desires rather than increasing possessions. She notes workers already shrink their denominator, finding liberty in fewer wants, fewer books, and selective social circles, enjoying time and independence from relentless need.
A proposal outlines forming a 75 member club with officers, constitution, and bylaws. Each member pays 81 weekly, and one suit of clothes is awarded weekly to a member. No drawing. After 35 suits, remaining members receive 35 suits via 35 weekly payments. first member pays $1, next $2, up to $35. Ciren
A landowner may not fence a public path with barbed wire and posts where the path crosses his land as it tears clothing and injures people. Victims can sue for damages, seeking redress for injuries caused by the unlawful barbed wire obstruction on the public way.
A reader asks about legally changing names and validating marriages and births amid lost identities. The note covers using H H as a surname, inheritance of names, legitimacy of marriages, and steps to claim a name, plus a fragment on patents and naturalization voting rights and copyright filing requirements.
Readers seek redress for neighbors' children climbing fences and stealing flowers while a North Sutton farm tenant dispute shows how to pursue ejectment or lease termination. A separated wife asks about divorce viability after years, and a widow questions control over a business trade mark after the death of a partner.
William H Rideing discusses transatlantic steamers highlighting safety through increased speed and capacity while noting improved construction and handling. He cites double the tonnage and larger passenger loads, with ship design and fleet competition driven by safety and efficiency, aided by advanced signaling systems.
Excerpts from American statesman and citizen chatter on coast defenses and a claimed flotilla of 100 foreign battleships approaching the United States. The dialogue hints at public concern over national security and naval threat amid a bustling, unnamed city.
The note warns that if the wind shifts eastward, the vulnerable ships would be driven to pieces, necessitating notification to the life-saving service to avert disaster.
Beautify homes without costly decoration by receiving sample patterns from The Globe. Three bundle sizes cover rooms from small to large with borders included. Prices range from 1.75 to 2.75 for full paper plus express delivery, samples require 5 cents postage, and orders of 25 dollars or more ship free to U S railway stations.
A June 8 report from St Paul compiles crop summaries from over 100 locations in North and South Dakota Minnesota western Wisconsin and northern Iowa. Reports note generally good wheat and corn conditions with regional issues including cutworms, wet cool weather, and replanting in places like Lyon and Plymouth counties. Strong crops across many counties accompanied by favorable prospects in several areas yet tempered by variable yields and pest damage.
Shinekeep June 8 The Illinois weather service bulletin notes the past week temperatures were slightly above normal with two degree excess in the north and some southern counties rainfall near or above average in a few counties and below average elsewhere sunshine slightly below average across regions.
A Civil War veteran recalls how marching columns, mud spattered and exhausted, were reinvigorated by war songs like Tramp Tramp Tramp or John Brown's Body. A mighty chorus rose along the long lines, brightening eyes and steadying steps.
A survey of playing cards shows Asiatic roots and spread through Europe. References trace Chinese, Hindostan, Spanish and Mexican decks, while English Tudor England favored Primero and Noddy. Indian, Arab, Hebrew, and German origins are noted, with cards tied to fortune telling and social classes.
A magazine style profile praises German women as well educated and poised, detailing calm intellect, restrained charm, and sincere devotion. It contrasts German femininity with other national stereotypes, praising composure, loyalty, and practical homemaking qualities. The piece highlights conversation, steadiness, and genuine character over flash.
A Chicago Tribune fragment recalls a woman declaring love for a man unworthy of her while her parents take her across the ocean. She reflects on whether distance changed her feelings before shifting topics.
A fragment from Mrursey's Weekly shows a young person pressing for a public marriage announcement while an elder questions the timing and propriety. The dialogue hints at social norms and the tension between personal news and community notice.
Thirteen Democratic members from New England met in Boston for a conference led by John F. Andrew. The group discussed gains for New England in the next Congress, tariff reform, and silver coinage restrictions, with no final speakership decision but plans for another meeting.
Hon John E Russell of Leicester visits for Josiah G Abbott funeral and discusses the next Congress with Democrats favoring Mills for Ways and Means and Springer for speaker. He notes rivals Colfax Blaine Keifer Reed and mentions a three party House and tariff silver questions shaping the era.
In a witty exchange Mrs Wheedle urges taking a sealskin cloak abroad for crossing the English Channel while Mrs Wickstaff questions its use after Paris. Mrs Wheedle hints that after living in Paris a few days the cloak will be needed.
Mrs Logan's Home Magazine advertises a one year subscription with three publications for 80 cents to any address. It highlights Farm Journal as a leading agricultural monthly and touts Mrs Logan's content, price, illustrations, and departments, urging early subscription to THE WEEKLY GLOBE in Boston.
In a Fliegende Blaetter fragment a cheerful hunter recounts a dramatic boar encounter. A companion insists the tale was told earlier, prompting a playful clash over who first spoke the story and when.
An elderly married pair aboard a railway train charm with quiet humor as they discuss sharing the newspaper. The wife teases the husband, who replies he will let her read once they reach the next tunnel.
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.