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 18 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1910
Page
4
A mixed boilerplate of subscription rates and wry maxims appears in the Silver Lake Indiana post office package. The notes humorously reflect on prudence, fortune, and social behavior while listing typical delivery notices.
A reflective line on the improbable wish of people waking to instant celebrity and the humor in chasing fame through chance and timing.
A merchant in the neighboring town refuses to advertise claiming the move would trigger backlash or favoritism, and argues against public notices fueling disputes over business promotions.
A shopper entered the store seeking a suit and asked to return later when staff could assist him while standing. The remark suggests a request for in person fitting or standing room service. No further details about the outcome or timeframe are provided.
This message explains that The Record aims to reflect local events honestly and lively. It notes a recent eight page expansion, inviting strong community support, subscriptions, and reader news tips to keep the paper a true mirror of town life.
The London Chronicle notes Dante Rossetti and W. M. Rossetti sought rare terms to enrich poetry. They catalogued odd forms like eu phrasy fat kidneyed fless quake fouthaupy gerbelliist program lass Jorn fustral primerole recrean dise and robbernowl.
The excerpt recalls General Wellesley in India after Assaye, where an envoy offered 176,000 for district assignments. Wellington answered, “Can you keep a secret?” and, with a dry quip, added that he could keep one too.
A reader claims her paternal ancestor came over on the Mayflower while another insists the name does not appear on the Mayflower register. The dispute shifts to a claim that the man was a stowaway.
In Brooklyn Life a conversation reveals doubt about a proposed marriage as Georgie questions whether his sister truly intends to wed, while the suitor confirms the plan. The exchange notes prior misgivings about rivals and the need for confirmation.
A humor exchange centers on self-made status and patenting, with one speaker dismissing concern over patenting as unnecessary. The lighter line highlights skepticism about formal protection for invention.
A bachelor asks when to take the heaviest meal. The married man answers that he eats it when his wife checks it.
An amused note from the Winamac Democrat Journal mocks the automobile as a bloodsucking menace. The piece warns readers to avoid the mischief of the red buzz cart and laments the pride of car owners, while urging caution against the devil wagon and its costly temptations.
The article notes malaria as a major hazard on the Panama Canal with symptoms like fever jaundice and weakness. It claims electric bitters cure malaria and other illnesses. A testimonial from Wm A. Fretnel of Lucama NC says three bottles cured a severe malaria attack and restored health. The remedy is 50 cents and guaranteed by Rager.
An excerpt notes sale of shingles at Claypool Lumber Co with low prices. It also humorously discusses hookworm as a medical fad attributed to economic and social stereotypes, mentioning John D. Rockefeller and a mock term unclariasis. It closes with a book sale pitch from Cline and Co.
The local shop Pearson's is identified as the only place in town to obtain N Ray Coal Oil, marking its exclusive availability for residents. The notice emphasizes Pearson's as the designated supplier.
A customer letter from Mrs T S Edwards of Milner Georgia reports her husband’s heart trouble, superannuated by the North Georgia Conference, with ten doctors predicting death. After using Dr Miles Heart Remedy and Restorative Nervine, improvement appeared quickly and the conference gave him a charge in 1904.
Short column notes one or two notable stories omitted this week, inviting readers to revisit gaps in coverage. Highlights potential angles, figures, and developments to encourage further reading in upcoming editions.
S W Bends of Coal City Alabama says he found a perfect mine of health with Dr King's New Life Pills after twelve years of suffering from liver and kidney trouble. He claims they cure constipation malaria headache dyspepsia and debility and notes they cost 25 cents at Ragers.
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.