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
Otterbein Sun
Location
Otterbein, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1898
Page
3
A blurred historical note describes Alfonso advancing in age in May as he nears his twelfth birthday. The fragment mentions phrases about him attaining greater status and growing into bold attire, reflecting a monarchic or royal-adolescent theme.
A garbled report describes King Alfonso XIII in uniform as a cadet amid war fears. It notes his royal photographs and the royal regent queen and hints at youth, health, and the fragile monarchy while Loyal subjects watch his growing life and future rule.
In October 1901 if war clouds clear England may mark the thousandth anniversary of Alfred the Great’s death. Winchester carves its place as Alfred’s capital and birthplace of English literature with plans supported by city leaders and church authorities.
A Chicago Times-Herald analysis argues women wage earners affect employment, wages, and home life. It subdivides women workers into three classes, condemns wage undercutting, and urges unions and equal pay for equal work to restore balance. It cites effects on men, the family, and national strength.
A plain mantel was transformed by two small drain pipes at the ends supporting a board and a long mirror beneath it. Ivory paint unifies the pipes mantel and upper board while a few pictures and bric a brac complete the effect, creating a striking display.
The article argues Key West, though hosting Fort Taylor and naval depots, remains poorly defended. It notes unfinished mortar pits and seacoast guns, aging batteries, and disused facilities. It tracks the island’s military history from 1824 Marines to postwar upgrades and calls for accelerated fortification ahead of potential conflicts.
An advertisement asserts that Cal Be Coed A Slocum M D a celebrated chemist will send three free bottles of a newly discovered remedy to readers afflicted with consumption bronchitis throat and lung diseases. It touts a proven cure with testimonials from American and European sources and urges readers to write to T A Slocum Co 98 Pine Street New York for the free offer mentioning the newspaper.
An advertisement touts Dr Rogers Cure as a guaranteed remedy for nervous disorders vitality impotency memory and sexual diseases from self abuse. The mail order offer promises a one month course with plain packaging and a three dollar price plus sample packages by stamps. A separate note describes travel garments for women aboard ships with silk pajamas and ornate jackets.
A Philadelphia Times excerpt discusses laundry practices that prevent fading of factory garments and extols female dignity. The piece advises women to cultivate reserved, calm manners as a shield against unwanted familiarity, arguing dignity enhances respect in social and business encounters.
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.