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
Dixon Sun
Location
Dixon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1882
Page
3
Marian Douglas in Harper's Bazar evokes spring awakening as the alder tassel sways in a windy scene. The speaker recalls winter's end and anticipates the coming season with vivid images of blossoms birds and green woods.
The piece traces how forks were rare in Europe and among early English settlers, noting the Mayflower crew likely ate with knives or fingers. It cites Thomas Colgate’s 1611 observations in Italy, highlights reluctance to adopt forks, and recalls Highlander customs, Harvard dining, Roman carvers, and eventual spread to the United States.
Mary Mayne argues that constant fault finding stunts children. Parents should mix firm guidance with patient encouragement and allow minor missteps to teach resilience. A loving atmosphere helps children learn from experience without fear or harsh criticism.
A disruptive act leaves the pane missing after a resident launches a kick through a window. Neighbors report glass scattered and property damaged. Authorities caution handling debris and securing the area. No injuries reported at the scene.
In a light tale from St. Nicholas Mrs Strawberry Jam laments her polish and shelf stigma then is devoured by a pig while Blackberry Jam shines in a glass dish with bread and honey. The story contrasts vanity and contentment as outcomes unfold.
Parson Goodharte recalls a village fear of ghosts and a legend of Dead Man's Gully. Sam Barton the butcher bets courage by planting three knives in the church yard but pins himself to the ground when the clock strikes midnight.
A Californian gave a poor family $500 in provisions and fuel and then dressed as a beggar to seek a bite at the house. He was promptly told to leave the steps.
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.