McClure's Magazine, Vol. 6, No. 5, April, 1896

"McClure's Magazine, Vol. 6, No. 5, April, 1896" by Various is a magazine that gives readers a snapshot of life in the late 1800s. The magazine includes many articles covering what people were interested in at the time, from new science to famous people. One story shares the buzz around Professor Röntgen's discovery of X-rays, which let people see through things, changing medicine and how people thought about light. Another story begins to look at the early political life of Abraham Lincoln, including his competition with Stephen A. Douglas. This sets the scene for exploring the complex life and impact of one of America's most important leaders, making readers feel curious and connected to the past.