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 7 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1927
Page
3
A historical note explains four leaf clovers once tied to sun magic and midsummer rites. It contrasts Tyrol and France beliefs with English-speaking views, saying such clovers were seen as protective against witches and lucky if found anytime, plus a final line on artificial oxygen limiting aviation height to 40,000 to 45,000 feet.
Scientists explain camels endure thirst longer due to stomach pouches storing water and humps storing fat that is reabsorbed during famine. Water can be forced into the animal by drivers before desert journeys, and humps shrink with hard work and poor diet.
The secretary bird of South Africa is famed for snake hunting. It relies on long legs to stalk and strike with powerful talons, stunning and killing prey. Standing about four feet tall, its crest and neck dominate its silhouette, and it is valued for controlling poisonous reptiles.
Investigating scientists claim soft music invigorates musicians, keeping hair abundant, while loud brass and wind instruments trigger baldness. Violinists gain luxuriant hair whereas tubists trombonists lose hair quickly from prolonged exposure, with similar effects noted for bass viol and piano. The researchers cite vibrations and scalp massage as key factors.
A local remark notes films are highly popular yet cannot fully replace the illegitimate drama. The quote reflects a nuanced view on entertainment choices and contrasts cinema with stage fare in a community context.
Wilbert L Merriken as assignee is to be ratified unless opposed by October 23 with a copy of the order published weekly in Caroline County newspapers for four consecutive weeks before September 20. The report lists sales at $500.00. Tee Horsey, Clerk. True Copy by Tee Bayton Horsey, Clerk.
Preston residents are invited to submit farm listings at Covey's Store on Saturday September 17 from 9 a m to 6 p m and at bs' Store on September 22. The notice requests farm inventory details and acreage information for prospective buyers.
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.