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 33 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1914
Page
7
The rector faced fifty or more women at his house over a misread job ad. The notice read Lady clerk wanted with good bass voice but the rector discovered a missing d changed it to lay clerk. He dismissed the crowd with a smile.
The Philadelphia Ledger notes a debate where the Squeedunk Improvement Society backs a city transit resolution while a member contends improvements already exist, leading to a plan to antedate the resolution and seize credit.
A pithy saying contrasts enjoying life with financial strain. It implies prudence in spending and prioritizing enjoyment without falling into debt or hardship.
A historical paragraph highlights Queen Elizabeth of Belgium as a keen dog enthusiast, detailing her interest in breeds, care routines, and public appearance with her dogs at royal events.
The article describes manillas, horseshoe shaped copper coins used in southwest Nigeria as legal tender in some bush towns and coast settlements like Bonny Brass and Akassa. Each weighs over eight ounces and seven coins equal a quarter, making a dollar heavy to carry. today they are scarce and valued by collectors for scarcity and novelty as serviette rings when silver plated.
A brief vignette from Representative Carlin of Virginia portrays a breakfast scene with a Black housegirl under the mistreatment of a white mistress. The girl notes molasses with scum and mutters a pejorative lament about enslaved people overwhelmed by heat.
An advertisement promotes Cuticura Soap and Ointment for swift relief of infant eczema rashes itchings and crustings. It claims soothing baths and ointment provide sleep and household peace. Free 32 page Skin Book samples offered via Cuticura Dept X Boston by postcard.
A father speaks from the stairs asking if the young man has left. His daughter confirms it is only ten o'clock. He instructs to send him away at once and tell him midnight is the start of his watch and the hall clock.
A brief advertisement notes a Red Cross ball and mentions making beautiful white clothes. It highlights a good process and invites attention to the event and attire.
Dialogue between Tommy Eddie and Puck riffing on luck and a town that serves as winter quarters for a circus. The exchange toys with fortune and a sharp dad’s line about luck.
In 1913 the world linseed oil crop reached 3,250,000 tons with the current year’s crop estimated at 2,700,000 tons.
The Louisville Times reports a patient who had a tooth pulled and suspects the first liar was a dentist. The unnamed dentist defends modesty, says he will not be named, and notes it would be unethical to advertise.
In a trial a well known judge teased witness Mr Gunn with a remark about delaying his testimony. After the examination he discharged him, provoking laughter in court. The anecdote highlights the judge’s humorous judicial style.
A judge references a witty exchange about politeness in a courtroom. The scene centers on Mr. Binks offering a seat to a stout old lady and Mrs. Jabbers noting a quarrelsome neighbor.
A New York Weekly item satirically notes Professor Longhair astrology claims for girls born in January to April. It asks which birth months indicate not fond of dress, with the quip that Professor Longhair answers none, concluding in a playful misprint.
In a brief exchange, Giddings notes Europe’s wax movement gave momentum to See America first. Padsworth counters that his purse limits any impact, stating he must still choose domestic travel first and foremost.
Report mentions a ministerial figure warning a man of dogs near a gate. The claim centers on a shipwreck rescue, with the man saying he grabbed the logbook to stay afloat until rescue. Suspicion surrounds the veracity of his statements.
Daniel Reid, a New York capitalist, recalls the tale of John Henry seeking modern dancing lessons from a professor. The student struggles with footwork while insisting on being taught the holds, prompting the professor to call for better technique.
A nervous young man brings a present to a church wedding. The usher warns against gifts at the door, but the guest reminds him of an invitation line reading Present at the door. The judge notes the moment with a moist-eyed reaction.
A terse frontier exchange features Weary declaring no work, and another speaker praising short stubs of smoke with a folksy warning to not pull the smoke too far, capturing rugged dialogue style.
In a humorous exchange, S. Oftus recalls buying a chair claiming it came on the Mayflower. The Antiquary notes a Chicago factory stamp on the chair and jokes that some pilgrim forefathers were bad men, prompting the judge to react with mock concern.
A witty exchange compares ancient battlefield cries to modern armored warfare. The lines hint that a king would swap his horse for a motor car in today’s combat, reflecting dramatic shifts in technology and urgency.
In a Judge advised exchange, Tennyson J. Daft asks Fuller Gloom for a compliment about his new poem. Fuller replies he did read it but remains guarded, prompting a wry courtroom-tinged exchange that ends with no clear verdict.
A mother counsels her daughter on unwanted pursuit from Mr Dumdy. The exchange touches on fate and propriety, with the mother urging restraint while noting a possible confrontation. The dialogue hints at social norms and the dangers of persistent advances.
A humorous Punch cartoon shows two politicians debating a mortuary welfare idea. One notes the plan avoids personal payment while the government covers costs, prompting the other to approve the concept as favorable.
A note of thanks reveals a fad for ornate handwriting as a daughter receives a box of costly writing paper from a young man. The judge notes the scene as a fleeting, transactional moment in social fashion.
A Hartford City man credits Mayr's Wonderful Stomach Remedy with rapid recovery from seven years of chronic illness. He says doctors advised expensive surgery in Fort Wayne, but after one dose he returned to work and remained well. The ad urges others with stomach or bowel troubles to try the remedy, praised as a system cleanser now sold by druggists everywhere.
A wartime dialogue questions personal sacrifice for Europe. One speaker jokes they forego limburger so Germans can have more. The exchange reflects public sentiment and humor amid conflict.
A dental-voice reminder urges mothers to inspect every Castoria bottle for the signature of Decervee and notes Castoria has been in use for over 30 years. Children cry for Fletcher's Castoria.
A terse exchange reveals a metaphorical approach to resolving a stalemate in a Columbus discussion. The remark about a skeleton key suggests a simple solution to a complex political gridlock.
A Boston Transcript item notes a New York resident petitioning to change his name. The quirky report references his wife and four children nicknamed the “half-dozen Egges” and jokes about yolk and being whipped to a froth. An unrelated Boston ad touts Mrs. Austin's Bag Pancake flour.
Mr F C Case of Welcome Lake Pa reports relief from back ache kidney trouble and nervous fatigue after using Dodds Kidney Pills. He urges others to publish his letter to benefit sufferers and notes the 50c per box price and availability from dealers or Dodds Medicine Co Buffalo N Y.
The piece argues against convincing the owner of a compact vehicle that a larger model is worth its price. It notes perceived value, cost considerations, and buyer perception in auto market judgments.
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.