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 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Sioux County Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1898
Page
6
Chicago Inter Ocean profiles Geronimo, chief of the Apaches, noting his 90 years, straight bearing, keen eyes, large feet, and fondness for Monte when at Fort Sill. He enjoys hunting when allowed to roam the reserve.
The fragments reference a Sioux City Tribune ad offer and a Washington Star quote. Mentions OVA FARMS Boreas on fen Der yearly payments and J Mulhall. Also a Boston girl conversation and Uncle Ken comment on Philippines, with agents earning four to eight dollars daily.
An editor in a humorous literature department is overwhelmed by a flood of jokes about Dewey and Manila. A nervous visitor tries to propose a gag about subscription payments, but the editor refuses and ends up laughing uproariously at the absurdity. The scene satirizes war headlines and comedic motifs circulating after a battle.
A Boston Transcript exchange discusses an automatic cyclometer, claimed to measure miles without effort as Ikate explains it attaches to the Industrious Gas Meter. Belle expresses disbelief but Ikate confirms it tracks mileage while resting.
A fragment from the Chicago Tribune reports a Spanish commander in a neutral port claiming vast advantage over the enemy. He asserts knowledge of the enemy’s location and says his force is superbly avoiding direct contact.
A terse cultural aside depicts the Chinese Flag as a grotesque green dragon on a yellow ground. it ties to bilious complexion and urges using Lostétter's Stomach Bitters to regulate the liver. The piece ends with a social vignette about a flirtatious suitor and a daughter’s reaction.
An 1890s ad style snippet cites Hall's Catarrh Cure at 75 cents and mentions a 1705 Edinburgh book on cockfighting. It also quotes J B Palmer praising Piso's Cure for Consumption and notes postal telegraph messengers in Kansas City wearing sky blue uniforms since the war began.
Readers from Biddeford Maine Lexington Indiana and Powell Station Tennessee report relief from female ailments after using Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. They describe elimination of back pain burning sensations fatigue and related symptoms after completing multiple bottles and accompanying products.
A Washington dispatch reports growing certainty of quick troop movements from Tampa Florida with regular units deployed there. The plan includes sending the Third Cavalry Fourth Artillery and certain infantry to the Philippines and preparations for Puerto Rico occupation with additional transports now chartered for the expanded Cuban campaign.
A Victoria dispatch reports six bodies found on the Kayyoto coast linked to the schooner Jane Gray disaster. An Italian name on a clothing sack was recovered near Kuyuoto, while wreckage including four boats was located along the coast. The fate of the seven men seen in a boat remains presumed washed overboard.
Arkell and Judge Publishing companies of New York announce liquidation. Temporary receivers appointed, proceedings will not affect Arkell publications’ issue.
A Baltimore and Ohio derailment near Parkersburg, Ohio, caused a freight train to derail and a following passenger train to crash into it. Engineer John Henry was killed and seven people injured.
Madrid reports June 8 that the Spanish foreign minister has sent notes to all ambassadors asserting the United States violated international law by capturing Spanish vessels. The note cites incidents at sea and seeks diplomatic remedies.
Washington reports naval officers dismiss circulating stories of troops landed on the south coast of Cuba. They say the Resolute is a marine transport with 500 marines, now bound for Sampson’s fleet, while landing forces will support an assault if needed. Exchanges of prisoners with Spain may follow, needing weeks to finalize. General Miles criticizes Tampa conditions and rail bottlenecks, with steps planned to fix embarkation supplies.
Washington June 8 The navy department considers promoting Lieutenant Hobson hero of Santiago. They seek his preference before sending recommendations to Congress. Possibilities include moving him from staff to line rank such as lieutenant commander or commander for higher pay and advancement prospects. If he remains in scientific work, promotion may be unlikely. Messages of congratulations will await his release from Santiago where communication is limited.
A severe quake was felt in Kentucky between 2 and 8 this morning. In Paris residents were thrown from beds and Millersville reported many frightened people as the tremors rattled communities across the region.
A Washington Star reader recounts a pension office mix up where a widow claimed total disability for her late husband. An examiner confirmed disability but reclassified the case to honor the widow under the law after confirming the death.
Dialogue reveals ailing residents in Chicago facing meals they cannot eat. A caregiver cook is praised yet not suitable for the sufferer who must dine at a restaurant while inlaws cease boarding.
A Meaford Monitor report recounts Peteh a paralyzed patient for five years whose spinal sclerosis improved after taking Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. The newspaper claims disability payment verified his recovery and promotes the pills as a modern medical miracle worth all sufferers consideration.
In a domestic exchange Mrs. Newrich notes a warm color for the room while Puck and Miss Newrich discuss using a freeze to cool the space. The mother agrees to consider placing one of the freezes as discussed.
A Chicago Tribune caption shows a crusty party figure turning his head as a critic asks if he wishes to see him. The man with bill inspects him, saying he merely wants to check if he can collect a small account.
Shake Into Your Shoes Allen's Boot Mase powder claims to cure painful swollen feet and remove stains from coins and bunions. It lubricates tight or new shoes easing sweating callous and tired feet. Sold by druggists and shoe stores. mail 25 cents. Trial package by mail from Le Roy New York.
A fragment from the Chicago Record features a dialogue where Florinda asks if a father would pursue them and receives a cautious reply about danger and pursuit. The readable text hints at a dramatic inquiry and family risk within a tense scene.
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.