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 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1904
Page
5
Witnesses testify that a torn cloth found in the McCue home resembled fabric from Mrs McCue’s undervest. Prosecutors allege a fatal blast and stabbing, with details of a ball room scene, gunshot wound, and bloodstains. Trial includes torn garment link, water in the bathroom, and witness accounts of the suspect’s behavior.
A wary reader considers a claim of a harmless remedy that promises relief from periodic or chronic headaches. The wording suggests confidence in a cure with no other effects, prompting scrutiny over its safety and efficacy.
Lima Ohio merchant Gen A Jacobs endorses Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills claiming instant headache and ailment relief for neurasia backache rheumatism menstrual pain and more with a guarantee of benefit from the first package and a druggist money back offer.
James Goode was convicted of murdering Police Inspector Shinberger and sentenced to hang on December 22 after a second trial. The Richmond jury heard that Goode’s race and supporters raised money for his defense, including former officials, and that Goode showed scorn at the sentence by laughing at the courtroom in Hastings Court.
The eighth annual Virginia DAR state conference opened in Fredericksburg with State Regent Mrs Eleanor Howard presiding Rev H W Barthes preached. Messages honored Commodore Matthew Fontaine Maury and a plan urged to secure Congress funding for an international monument.
A Washington Post story notes a mysterious letter claimed by a writer to identify an attacker of Miss Imb Statler near Hagerstown last week. The letter, dated in New York and postmarked Washington, was sent to Edward W Syron and signed over to States Attorney Long. The writer, claiming to provide the assailant’s name, says the suspect is in a New York hospital for the insane and rejects rewards. County officials added a $3000 reward for the Statler case, alongside a separate state reward.
Special to The Wellington Post reports the thirtieth second annual Potomac Synod of the Reformed Church convened at Turly Church with Rev Dr Schick presiding. Opening sermon by Rev Moses O Noll of Carlisle, others welcomed by local pastors. Notable clergy present include Rex IM Schick DD of President Roosevelt's church.
A grisly accident at a sawmill near Tawyers Campbell County injures Henry Bryant a white man when his clothing catches a revolving circular saw. He is found mutilated and awaits medical aid. Authorities report the incident occurred this evening and an investigation is underway.
Charlotte Nichols dies from burns after an accidental lamp explosion at home. She woke to call her father, a restaurant proprietor, and knocked the lamp over, spreading flames that consumed the room and killed her. Firemen battled the blaze as the family prepared for burial.
A Washington man Charles Cribly was jailed after being held for several days on burglary charges. The report notes he left home weeks ago and was found by authorities with ties to a crime scene near Hagestown. Police indicate the case involved Herbert Critelles and a local investigation continues.
Fragmented report outlines a seventeen year old girl linked to a murder in Richmond Vi and a grand jury proceeding. The text mentions a dying girl, a witness statement about self infliction, and a penitentiary reference linking a Moore County ceremony. Also noted are a hold up case and a drowning found at Somer county home with unclear details.
A Buffalo physician touts Stuart’s Charcoal Lozenges as a remedy for gas in the stomach and bowels and for improving complexion and breath. The lozenges, priced at twenty cents a box, are advertised as a safe antiseptic with pleasant taste and claimed benefits from charcoal digestion and toxin removal.
Bargain buyers can snap up used showroom samples at deep discounts. Many couches feature oak or mahogany frames with velour, denim, or verona coverings, some lightly damaged or faded but all offered far below cost. Prices range from about 7.50 to 45.00 with reductions noted for each piece.
In Petersburg a ceremony marked the diversion of the Appomattox River to create a deep harbor. About 7000 attended as C A Bishop received a silver spade from the Chamber of Commerce for advancing the river project. The event featured speeches by Senator Alexander Hamilton and others, with plans for a new river channel and harbor dam.
Special to The Washington Post from Norfolk. A 35 man midl Tommy unit will stay on duty a day or two as precaution while Berkley officials deny martial law and report no encounters between soldiers and Black residents. A Norfolk County Board of Supervisors meeting will consider a $800 reward for George W Blount’s killers, with state and county rewards expected. The Berkley city council also plans to offer the same reward, in addition to county and state offers.
John Gardiner, a Norfolk longshoreman, was found on Tampton Roads beach Sunday after a nearby raid. He has been in a deep coma since admission to hospital, police suspect assault and theft of nearly 10 pounds. Investigators say no blow site was identified and Gardiner may have been sandbagged. Special to The Washington Post.
The tenth annual Virginia Division of the United Daughters of the Confederacy opened in Petersburg with a large delegate turnout. Miss Ruth Jennings presided at the opening. Rev WG Starr gave the prayer. Mrs TilIam Re WeKenney delivered a welcome, with a response by Miss Jennings. The session featured memorial exercises and reports highlighting 2600 state members and financial details. Delegates from many chapters attended the hall of the Young Men’s Christian Association amid receptions and social events.
Cornerstone laid for the new Dartmouth Hall to replace the old building destroyed last winter. Earl of Dartmouth received the degree of LL.D. in the morning. A procession to Eleazer Wheelock’s grave followed by tributes. The address by Charles Matthewson and others, with prayer by Bishop Talbot. A committee to study a permanent museum and exhibit reception was announced by the Words Fair board.
News notes detailed October weddings across Virginia. Couples include John Mayman Gray and Carrie Sale in King George County, Albar Hephkto and Irena Complon in Warren County, plus several ceremonies in Fredericksburg, King George, and nearby towns. Also reported are obituaries for Mrs A L Bodeker and related social highlights from Richmond and surrounding counties.
The Mexican Central train carrying James Speyer and companions from Laredo to Mexico City derailed near Sanchez due to a faulty track piece at high speed. No fatalities reported. Conductor Sharkey and others aboard sustained minor injuries while Mr Speyer and party continued to Mexico City after the incident.
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.