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 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
27
A dense, fragmentary report traces Taft’s platform plan with tariff reform pledges and a commitment to press Congress. It references endorsements in letters and speeches, calls for firm action, and a push to align party policy with tariff revision. The text mentions conferences, leaders, and White House involvement in shaping the campaign.
The funeral notice outlines the life of Tames K. Jones a former Democrat held in high regard by Bryan supporters despite retirement from politics. It notes his legal career in the Colorado building his family ties and survivors including his widow and two daughters. Funeral plans mention Rock Creek Cemetery with details pending.
A damaged OCR fragment reports a delayed liner voyage after Mekong, with repeated garbled phrases about ports, passengers, and presate. The text mentions a vessel and timetable disruptions, hinting at an insurance or schedule issue. No clear names or dates are recoverable.
New York June 1 Julius G Truelson Jr the man behind a urged confession linked to the Guinness farm murders is questioned by family who call him mentally unsound since a trolley accident five years ago His brother Harry doubts the tale saying Julius could not have been involved while in Elmire custody at the time The family says they have tried to help him and will pursue further steps His marriage in Jersey City last March to Cornelius Preelind of Canarsie is noted with uncertainty about the wedding in Jersey City A second claim ties his actions to Monlisal in a fragmentary report but is disputed by relatives The case centers on alleged connections to the Guinness killings and a long, tangled set of relationships and claims surrounding Julius and his supposed complicity
A fragmented piece discusses bringing up a baby in a scientific way. It mentions sterilization, germs on rugs, kissing Aunt Maud, and the idea of a rational, modern nursery. The tone mimics a light, instructional column with references to entertainers and nursery life.
A Missouri based man faces a Texas perjury charge for denying association with Standard Oxl Company and alleged ties to a wool and textile firm in a complex commerce case. The defendant allegedly testified knowing an agreement with Standard G1 to influence Texas law, while state and federal authorities pursued extradition and parcels of court orders.
Philadelphia Presbyterians in session today considered a resolution calling for the abolition of football at Geneva College Center. The vote was argued by many that the game had given a lift to the college, and the resolution was laid on the table.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a pure universal kidney liver and bladder remedy. It claims scientific vegetable herbal composition non stimulant teaspoonful doses and a sworn purity statement with each bottle. Mail sample offer and free information booklet are included.
Thoms alias Jonty Veney a black man is under arrest after attacking 45 year old dealer in pictures, Russell, with a shovel as they walked home from work. Russell is in emergency hospital with skull injuries described as critical. Witnesses say two youths, Veney and Swinson, fought Russell. Crompton, 16, was involved in the dispute. Police report say Veney and accomplices planned to travel to Virginia after the assault.
Urgent call by Jide Tesh A Van Oisdet associate Justice of the Court of Appeals at the Patect of Cwimbo amat dk. Dr William R Vane dean of the department of law at George Washington University presided over a 1995 class day program in university hall. Speakers urged reform, dignity of life, and leadership in public life, stressing the lawyer's role in guiding society toward a humane attitude.
Mrs John A Logan suffered bruises after a fall from a streetcar last Friday. Confined to her Stoneleigh Court apartment, she is under a physician’s care. The fall occurred as the car started before she could gain a foothold, and she was carried home for treatment with an expected recovery of ten days to two weeks.
Miss Jennie Clausen, a former mill hand from Lehigh River area, lived two years on Fifth Avenue in New York under an assumed name to prepare for life with a wealthy bridegroom who saved her life. She accepted a marriage proposal only after setting conditions including two years residence as his mistress and securing her social and intellectual equality. The groom, linked to a prominent New York family and cement interests, has kept his name withheld.
A compilation lists numerous senators and representatives from various states visiting the White House on Monday. Names include Cantf of Montana, Hanshead of Alabama, Fuazir of Tennessee, Ammund of Missouri, Robs of Massachusetts, Samlel SauTh of Michigan, Batfs of Pennsylvania, Tep rn of Iowa, Burl of Maine, Wans of Winns, Casdlfh of Mississippi, Umpatheys of Mississippi, Fdpp of Minnesota, Richardson of Alabama, Apxandtr of New York, Guidon of Tennessee, Mayor Displanchfs, the Italian Ambassador Hoary, and former Navy secretary Cofe: A Wolfsland of Duluth via Francesco Vittp RI.
A New York police officer on Millberry Street reported a smoking bundle on Prince Street at 12 10 am. He attacked it with his club and foot, smothering the fuse. Inside the opened bomb lay powder and dynamite sealed in a soda bottle with a twine fuse. The device appeared home made with a cork slit and a blown powder charge.
John Rush, a farmer in Nebraska, found mother mice using his shoes as a nursery after rain. He refused to dislodge the tenants and allowed the shoes to remain in a closet. A wren built a nest in one boot, so he left the other boot outside as it became useless without disturbing the wildlife. He says tender footed men deserve gentleness.
In Chicago last night Secretary Mickells announced that organized labor and Hinels unionists expect to enter the 1908 elections with vigor. If John Mitchell accepts the nomination for governor of Illinois, delegates in Springfield expect a strong push toward victory, with increased dues and funding to back the campaign.
Army orders grant five days leave of absence for Col George Dodd Twelfth Cavalry to take effect about August 1198 and assign officers for examinations and postings. A board of officers meets at Low Monroe Va to select a district signal station at that post. Various officers are detailed for duty, retirement, or reassignment, including Maj Luther Ak, Maj James F McInloe, Maj Charles Ipeeh, Maj Frederick Perking, and Maj William Wilson.
A series of assignments and postings for naval officers are announced. Capt Fletcher is named to the General Board in Washington, D.C. Lieut Com A Bust is assigned to the Bureau of Equipment in Washington for temporary duty, and several others are sent to posts in California, Montana, North Carolina, Connecticut, Ohio, and South Carolina for duties as navigators, senior engineer officers, and ordnance officers.
Wilbur Wright arrives in France with plans to build a two person flying machine capable of 30 kilometers in one week. The machine must carry two occupants and fuel for four flights, with trials to start within a month in northern France. Paris cables report strong optimism as Weiller offers the prize if the tests succeed.
Weather report from the Weather Bureau Mantington notes a rare breakthrough of calm, cooler surface temperatures, more than two weeks of stagnant air, and a northwesterly wind shift along the Atlantic coast. Showers in the Upper Lake region and the Midwest, with drier conditions in the West. Flood warnings issued for the Red River area of Southwestern Arkansas and Northwestern Low State.
Fragmentary text describes a feminine figure in a strange scene with dismissive remarks. The readable portion hints at a portrait or reference to a character named Stull and mentions a reaction to inquiry about her state and purpose.
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.