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 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1896
Page
2
A wide excerpt details various mid 19th century topics including political strife, religious shifts, and social troubles. It mentions Lincoln era sentiment, church distribution, court cases, and local warnings about truancy and hunger. The piece weaves in global and domestic events with scattered names and places.
Feb 9 report from Mayami shows troops under General Luque clashing with Antonia Alejo’s rebels in Real, Pinar del Rio province. Rebels retreated after fierce street fighting leaving over a thousand engaged, with 62 killed and about 200 wounded as night fell.
A Thursday afternoon riot in Whiting left three dead and many injured after a clash near a saloon. Gunfire shattered windows as mounted police and locals collided, with officers and bystanders among the wounded and dead. Authorities arrested several suspects as the melee spilled into streets and buildings.
A mass killing occurred early Wednesday at Hin Lathor estate with seven people found dead and others injured. Police report suspect involvement by a local figure named Kasei and note possible self inflicted deaths amid a chaotic scene. Investigators identify victims including a wife Khloe Bip and daughter Ann Kiwwckwile, with efforts ongoing to determine motive and capture additional suspects.
Obituary of a 74 year old Lidiana civic leader and Democratic vice presidential candidate with Gen Hauroch on the ticket. Born in Lexington Kentucky, prominent in Indiana politics, law, and commerce. He held roles in the state constitutional process and national government, and was noted as one of northern Indiana’s wealthiest men with vast business ties.
Severe gales bring high winds up to forty miles per hour toppling structures and blowing debris. Flooding wrecks business districts in Waterbury Connecticut while bridges collapse with workers swept into swift currents. At Bristol County a railroad bridge fails, drowning several as a tram crew tries to rescue others. The event leaves multiple injuries and significant property damage.
Fragmentary OCR describes violent storms named Lisusiznas and Georein sweeping across Montgomery and Mobile. It mentions widespread damage and suspended actions, with references to coastal winds, falling structures, and emergency responses. Names and specific places appear amid garbled phrases.
The text describes UHL being appointed amid a flurry of cabinet shifts involving the secretaryship in Washington. It notes the roles of several figures, including Reed and Dickinson, and mentions ongoing questions about acting duties during the secretary’s absence. It references prior acts, European diplomacy, and concerns over consular service leadership.
The journal reports that suspects Facknon Watling and Wood Seid entered not guilty pleas in a double murder case. A third defendant, Willan Wood, pleaded not guilty to alleged charges and was held on a substantial bond. The narrative also covers courtroom events, a post mortem finding, and related political letters and inquiries from local figures.
A fragmented clipping describes a farmer fattening bogs with Salers King Burley and Gund Vetch crops, touting high yields per acre and the value of Balzer's catalogue. It endorses tonic medicines, drug advertisements, and travel deals, including cheap southern rail fares and a theater schedule in Chicago.
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.