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 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1900
Page
2
Rates of advertising in the Daily or Weekly Herald will be made known upon application at the business office. Those who prefer can have a representative call upon them to quote prices and arrange contracts. Classified ads or locals ten cents per line for first insertion and five cents for each additional insertion. Social rates for 600 to 1900 lines in one month available on application.
The Herald calls on the chamber of commerce to lead the public entertainment planning for a large teachers' convention. It criticizes City Council handling, notes potential legal workarounds, and urges fundraising of at least fifteen hundred dollars to supplement council appropriations. Estimates of attendees range from fifteen hundred to seven thousand, with a conservative count of twenty five hundred and a four day convention.
Judge Magoon’s summary for the senate outlines the 1846 New Mexico campaign, Kearney’s civil government, the January 1847 insurrection, and Sterling Price’s counteroffensive. It notes six months of war, widespread killings, and the eventual Polk reply detailing military governance and sovereignty over occupied territories.
The editor argues that a large convention will bring huge cash to El Paso. Visitors spending five to six days could inject tens of thousands of dollars, with estimates ranging from 30 000 to 72 000. Businessmen are urged to contribute, the Herald promises to publish donors, and civic duty is framed as essential to regional prestige and imperialistic debates.
Boer envoys tour the north and west urging sympathy with their cause and asking the United States to speak a word for peace. They insist the US must remain neutral or face war, arguing shared ideals of civilization and liberty with Britain while condemning English actions.
The text foresees a major multi nation clash in China within days. Allied troops are expected to seize Pekin while Russia gains influence, seen as an effort with China to bar other powers. The US duty is to protect citizens and property while avoiding entanglements.
Roosevelt lauds Cromwell through his new history, comparing the commander to Lee and ranking him among the greatest captains. He asserts Lee surpasses earlier generals and that the English-speaking world will regard Lee as among the finest, rivaling Marlborough and Wellington.
A few days remain before the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia. Once the candidates present a quotable platform, the campaign will start in earnest after July fourth. The summer promises a lively, critical period for one of the two major parties. The coming contest could trigger a significant reorganization of the Democratic Party and a readjustment of party lines.
A Colonia Juarez cor respondent argues El Paso businessmen must engage with the Sierra Madre country to realize its great resources and make the region a closer market and distribution point for El Paso, noting it as a potential boon if properly developed.
Cheap electricity transforms the town at night with brighter storefronts. Merchants take pride in improved lighting, promising streets that rival eastern cities in illumination.
City observers say local merchants must seize control of the forthcoming convention to steer economic recovery. Leaders urge coordinated effort, funding, and outreach to attract attendees, boost trade, and elevate the city’s profile nationwide.
Women's health touted as dependent on feminine organs with irregular periods and post partum drains. Advertisement claims Doctor Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery restore beauty, energy, and mood. features testimonial from Mrs. Cordelia Henson describing severe illness after miscarriages and improvement after treatment.
The speaker insists on earnest action to protect the city’s good name after a brief council dalliance, urging a shift from flirtation to concrete measures and accountability.
A vivid aside notes Boxers using arquebuses and loud noises but cutting wires. It mentions Ah Sinin’s childlike nature and a “carda up his sleeve” while labeling a Chinaman with a dismissive stereotype. The passage reflects dated impressionistic satire rather than a clear report.
The Bank of England reduced the discount rate, signaling that Britain views its trial in South Africa as nearing completion and prompting market interpretations of a shift in policy and international stance.
The Southern Railway markets hundreds of summer resorts from Asheville to Lookout Mountain with low rates and convenient schedules. A folder titled Summer Homes and Resorts describes nearly a thousand destinations and boarding options with rail fares. Inquiries go to C A Benseoter in Chattanooga for descriptive material.
Brave men and women suffer stomach liver and kidney troubles with poor appetite blood poisons backache nervousness headaches and fatigue. J W Gardner of Daville Indiana endorses Electric Bitters saying they renewed his strength and appetite and helped him feel life again. Only 50 cents at Irvin Co. Drug Store with guarantee.
Travel deals list discounted round trips with dates and prices for a Las Vegas New Mexico festival, a National Democratic convention Kansas City Missouri trip, and a Rough Riders event in Oklahoma City Oklahoma. Fares range from 15.25 to 34.90 with sale dates in June and July and return windows through late July. Agents A F Stafford and F B Houghton coordinate the city tickets department.
In travels worldwide for ten years Prof Houton notes Green's August Flower as the best remedy for dyspepsia liver and stomach disorders and constipation. He says it suits tourists salesmen and office workers with headaches from irregular habits and does not injure the system with frequent use. Sample bottles are free at drug stores and it is sold by dealers in all civilized countries.
Take your prescriptions to Potter and White's where they will be filled accurately from fresh medicines and no substitution is done. No. 4, Little Plaza.
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.