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 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1891
Page
7
A historical essay discusses railway dangers, signaling codes, and safety practices. It cites US and British rail incidents, the impact of automatic air brakes, and the crucial role of engineers conductors and signalers in preventing wrecks.
Notable figures among Oregon tribes are discussed by Henry Jackson of Klamath. The piece notes consumption and declining status among Indians at the Klamath agency, the shift from wild to settled life, and the aging chiefs Scochin Choctaw Allen David. It foresees the passing of these leaders and the gradual fading of the tribe’s ancient line.
Modern travelers in the eastern equatorial regions confirm Ptolemy's northeastern Africa map. Dr H Schlichter compared two tape maps using Ptolemy data and internal knowledge, finding many strong coincidences despite early defects. Coastline placements often match current coastal towns and inland landmarks.
A collage of humor from old papers features quick wits and social quirks. It quotes comic snippets about temperamental wives and daydreaming spouses, with light asides about fashion, chefs, and travel.
A man asks an applicant if he is an actor and learns the actor explains the appeal is the applause and travel but the actor notes the danger lies in how it broadens the feet, a weary, worn jest about the trade.
In a dialogue from the Somerville Journal a man named Jack frets that Marie’s father dislikes him. Marie reassures him the father’s stance is neutral, saying there was little to inspire strong feelings at dinner just yesterday.
A Fatistician asserts that eight hundred thousand official prayers are offered annually for the Prince of Wales. He suggests if others pray, the Prince may feel eased. He also claims the Prince could improve his chances by joining in the exercises.
Readable parts show a brief note about a local matter with names and places missing. The legible text hints at a discussion or event but lacks full context or clear outcome.
The ad touts Dr Pierce’s Golden Mail Discovery as a blood purifier curing scrofula skin diseases and lung consumption claims it purifies the liver and boosts body functions. It promises a money back guarantee and notes it is sold by druggists. Also referenced is a petition to the Russian Czar and a call for German cures to ease distress in the empire. SYLVAN Remedy Co. Peoria Illinois.
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.