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 8 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1885
Page
4
Dunkirk locals read a dense, fragmented column blending hymnic verse, scattered business ads, weathered notices, and city happenings. It references Ascension Tor, The Erie Store, local merchants, a polo report, and community events with little cohesive narrative.
Circular issued in Cleveland dated May 21 1885 states Train No 4 on the new schedule taking effect May 24 1885 will stop at Dunkirk. The May 21 message notes the limited express arriving from the West at 7 31 does not stop. Ticket agents advised tickets stay under prior restrictions. Harpers report hints at new fret activity.
Notice to all readers to settle debts with M. E. K. McDosovan before the day of law. If not paid, accounts will be handed to an attorney for collection. Dated June 1.
Within days of the Miner's Exchange assignment notices said money receivable at the bank and notes due would be taken to Holt as assignee. Attorneys question the legality since Holt has not filed his bond, leaving him without legal authority to receive funds. Public opinion shifts as estimates of bank asset value vary from 40,000 to 70,800, and the public demands quicker disclosure.
Epitor Evextra Observer urges miners exchange victims to join a meeting to demand accountability. He questions delays, accuses Miner Holt & Co. of deceiving investors, and calls for a Monday night gathering to protect rights and organize. The letter ends with a signed plea and a note about a new drink.
The Fredonia concert under Misses Norton and Dewey charmed a small audience, with rich performances by Philip Fried of Rochester and violinist Leopold Lichtenberg from Boston. Duplicitous weather kept many away, but praise flowed for the magnetic piano touch of Miss Norton and the expressive singing of Miss Dewey, with a final duet by Dewey and Fried earning the evening’s top acclaim.
Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised to purify sluggish blood and boost energy in spring. The ad claims spring use yields greater benefits than other times, urging readers to start now.
Spring 1885 advertisement notes repairs and improvements, highlighting unique ceiling decorations by H. P. Monroe and a broad range of wallpapers, mouldings, brushes, kalsomine, paints and fixtures. It promises varied patterns, superior workmanship, and season preparations for first class wall and ceiling finishes.
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.