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 8 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Weekly Chronicle
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Oct 30, 1841
Page
7
A fragment from a historic newspaper item notes a subject connected with a red insignia and an ore ace symbol. The readable text hints at a brief mention without full details or context. The piece remains obscure and lacks clear names or locations.
A second trial tests Bernard Cavanagh’s fasting powers after observers report no food concealment. In a sealed chamber, with new clothes and careful monitoring by physicians, Cavanagh remained isolated from Oct 12 to Oct 16, showing continued abstinence and returning with a normal appearance. The report, from Times, concludes his abstinence is extraordinary and merits further expert scrutiny.
A London fundraising gathering urged relief for Paisley workers facing severe hardship. Deputation details unemployment, bankruptcies, and 5,000 dependents needing aid as 4,200 previously received charity, with a new London appeal planned and a committee to be formed to solicit funds.
A Madrid report recounts General Don Diego Leon being executed by firing squad at the Toledo gate after a brief defense. Witnesses note he died bravely, shouting fidelity to Isabella II and liberty. The dispatch surveys regional loyalty and ongoing unrest tied to Christina and O Donnell.
A collection of fire incidents detailing suspected arson at farms near Stratford on Avon and multiple thefts of property due to flames. Reports mention sightings of suspicious men, early morning fires in barns and cow sheds, and large scale damage estimated in thousands. Rewards offered for information leading to convictions.
A Thursday night fire at Trowley Bottom between Redburn and Market Street Hertford destroyed eight wooden thatched houses and damaged eleven more to prevent wider ruin. A five year old girl suffered severe burns while others were left destitute as crews struggled for water and forced a house end to be pulled down. Separately in Tar Murpen a man named Steadman was arrested in connection with the Hannah Devonshire murder from 1838, with authorities stating a full confession may follow.
A young man named George Jones faced Alderman Pirie on charges of assaulting Mrs. Hannah Townley near Houndsditch on a Friday night. Townley testified the trio used offensive language and grabbed her. one man escaped as police began custody. Bail set at £50 with two sureties of £25 each.
Midnight Lambeth fire kills infant on No 3 New-street premises. Dr Webster testifies Jane Pearce not fit for Friday examination after injuries from alleged murder attempt. Prisoner remanded until Friday as authorities seek clarity on origins of the blaze.
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.