The text is readable even though some of it appears to be faded. From second title. 974.776 W Wilkinson, J.B. Annals of Binghamton and of the country connected with it, from the earliest settlement. The Times Association, 1872. They can be read by viewing them on Microfiche Readers.
Readers are inexpensive.
Readers very seldom require maintenance. This is a great way to do research in the comfort of your own home. Microfiche can also be taken to a library or a Family History Center to be read. Family History Centers have reader printers so prints can be made should you need a paper copy.