Torn piece of paper with printed text on background of paper with floral pattern
A torn, old paper advertisement for fabric and tools, featuring the name Stephen McCullough, a carpenter and builder, with text about brick and frame buildings, and a mention of Christmas.
A weathered and partially torn vintage newspaper clipping with advertisements, including one for a jewelry store that sells diamonds and watches, and mentions about train schedules and Christmas events.
A torn and weathered paper with old newspaper advertisements and articles, partially peeling off a rough, aged wall or surface.
Old newspaper advertisement page featuring various sales and offers, including a public auction of real estate, a closing out sale of hats and caps, a pottery and fancy goods shop, and multiple local business promotions.
Old, torn paper with faded print advertising for new Hamburgers, shirt printing, and baking power, on a weathered wall.
A piece of old, torn newspaper with remnants of text, surrounded by pink patterned designs on a worn, stained fabric surface.

Newspapers telling the stories.

Page 4 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Tuesday, January 30th, 1883

This article appeared daily in 1883 and 1884. This is an example of one of the headlines from that period.

Page 2 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Tuesday, December 4th, 1883

Old, torn newspaper clippings stuck to a worn, peeling wall with chipped paint.

This ad appears in several editions of the Wheeling Daily Register published in 1884.

Page 4 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Friday, December 14th, 1883

(This is the article in the far left of the cutting.)

Page 2 of the Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, WV on Thursday, January 17th, 1884

Page 2 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Saturday, January 19th, 1884

(The ads were identical, but the story was different.)

Page 2 of the Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, WV on Monday, January 21st, 1884

A torn and aged newspaper fragment partially embedded in dark soil or debris.
Torn and weathered pieces of old newspaper, with visible text and stamps, some parts torn away or faded.
Old black-and-white newspaper advertisement for clothing, food, banking, and dry goods, with various text emphasizing styles, savings, and locations.

Page 4 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Friday, December 14th, 1883

Page 4 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Friday, December 14th, 1883

Old, torn, and faded newspaper or poster on a wall.

Page 3 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Monday, January 21st, 1884

Page 2 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Friday, December 14th, 1883

Old, torn newspaper and paper debris layered on a rough wall surface.
A torn piece of newspaper with peeling edges, embedded in a rough, cracked surface with bits of dried paint and ink stains.

Page 4 of The Moundsville Daily Echo, published in Moundsville, West Virginia on Saturday, April 13th, 1901.

This article appeared in this paper, but the other articles did not. The original source has not been located yet.

Black and white newspaper pages with advertisements for various products and services, including a large ad for seal skin sacques and mittens, and smaller ads for hamburgers, skating, window glass, oysters, and pottery.
An old newspaper article discussing the first paper of Charles Delmonico, describing him as a form of insanity caused by hereditary mental instability, and highlighting his passionate pursuit of wealth. The article mentions other historical figures, events like the Philadelphia Cavalry, and publications such as Harper's Young People and a novel called 'The Mystery of Dickens.' It also discusses the increasing enthusiasm for wealth in America, political speeches, and upcoming literary works.
A vintage newspaper page featuring multiple articles, including headlines such as "May Get After Taylor," "Robbed the Grave," and "Accused 'Mother' Jones," alongside advertisements for shoes and a report on a riot in Scranton, PA.
Old newspaper clipping promoting The Register, a weekly newspaper called Daily, Sunday, Weekly, which is independent and outspoken. The article discusses the newspaper's history, its role in the community, and its significance in West Virginia.
A worn, torn piece of old newspaper with faded and stained text, partially covered by debris and dirt, surrounded by rough, peeling material.
Vintage newspaper page featuring various advertisements for local businesses, including pottery, wedding gifts, coffee, cheese, raisins, Japan tea pots, construction services, coal sales, Christmas goods, insurance services, and mutual life insurance, with bold headings and smaller descriptive text.
A scanned newspaper article recounting various local news stories, including a church service, a construction project, and a fire at the Kirkwood hotel, alongside advertisements like Dr. Price's flavoring extracts.
A black and white newspaper page with multiple articles and advertisements. The headlines include "ANTIDOTE TO MALARIA," "TUTT'S FAIR DYE," "30 DAYS TRIAL," and "Manhood Restored." There are various text blocks, some with larger bold fonts, and a prominent advertisement for a 30-day trial of a medical or health-related product, featuring small illustrations of a man and woman. The page appears to be old, with densely packed text and classic newspaper layout.
A black-and-white newspaper page with various advertisements, including notices for stolen or strayed animals, a public notice, sale listings for real estate and goods, and advertisements for jewelry, groceries, and building supplies.
A black and white newspaper article titled "NEWSPAPERS SUFFER" discussing the decline of the newspaper industry, including details about production costs, industry challenges, and historical context.
Old newspaper advertisement for G. Mandel & Co. at 1124 Main Street, Wheeling, West Virginia, promoting carpets, stock reductions, and carpet closing sale.

Similar articles found on page 1 of the Moundsville Daily Echo, published in Moundsville, WV on Saturday, April 13th, 1901

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Page 2 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Tuesday, January 15th, 1884


A collage of torn, overlapping pieces of old newspaper and paper on a textured surface, some areas stained or weathered.

Page 2 of The Wheeling Daily Register, published in Wheeling, West Virginia on Monday, January 21st, 1884

A newspaper article discussing city council discussions about a liquor license and surplus gas revenue.
Advertisement for opera house shows on December 14 and 15, featuring 'The Flying Dutchman' and 'Shadow of a Dream', starring Mr. C. P. Flockton, supported by a Broadway company, with ticket prices and details about the performances.