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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1906
Page
2
The Nebraska supreme court sustained the state anti cigarette law, ruling that sale and manufacture of cigarettes remain illegal. The decision follows a man’s arrest for rolling a cigarette as part of the challenge. The ruling reinforces the law’s reach nationwide.
Two Indiana lawmakers were renominated by acclamation. Jesse Overstreet will continue to represent the Seventh district and Fred Landis will return from the Eleventh. Both are able men and will reflect credit on their state.
The text notes that observers who rely on the moon for weather cues were perplexed in March as the moon was hidden most of the time. With weather and crops depending on lunar signs, its absence is not surprising.
The speech contends that Sherrick is being punished for actions no worse than those by other state auditors and by county and township officials over many years, arguing the claim is untrue and unjustified.
The text condemns Sherrick for embezzling state funds to finance get rich quick ventures and lending money to personal friends without security. It credits the attorney general with recovering the money, calling his actions rotten and dishonest and denying claims of martyrdom for conservative loans.
Indiana candidates are asked for opinion on Ohio’s liquor dealer license fee of 1000 dollars. Governor Hanly’s past stance suggests support if enacted, while the Prohibition party opposes all licensing. Temperance factions within Republican and Democratic parties favor high license as a practical curb.
A political cartoon in the St Louis Globe-Democrat hints at the search for viable presidential contenders. The piece riffes on Democratic prospects, reflecting the era's electoral expectations and party dynamics.
A vivid image captures Miss Democracy with a long lens surveying the vast American desert. The portrayal emphasizes her keen gaze and the dramatic setting, suggesting a symbolic role in a wider political landscape.
A Lincoln Kansas writer defines success as living well and laughing often while loving much. It means earning the respect of intelligent people and the love of children, filling one’s niche, and leaving the world better through art or acts. It calls for appreciation of beauty and inspiring others, with memories that bless.
At the Savory Hotel in New York City, District Attorney Jerome delivered a sharp critique of critics and national discourse. He warned against hysteria, condemned perjury and theft, and referenced David Graham Phillips and the phrase treason of the Senate to illustrate his views.
A fragment discusses authority figures and political blame. It quotes Mr. Jerome rebuking the educated class for being swayed by "Yellow Hounds" and questions wrongdoing among leaders.
Ten years ago, near the end of a Democratic administration, Indiana carried 6 920 615 in debt with 224 225 in interest. By Jan 1 1906 the debt stood at 1 289 615 and interest at 52 200, less than a quarter the former. Voters favor a party whose policy is to "do things" and reduce state debt by over half a million annually.
A tale of horror recounts human blood marks at the home of Lt. Williams, a Backy merchant. He credits Dr King’s New Discovery with curing severe hemorrhages and lingering lung issues, praising it as the sole remedy for weak lungs. Available 50c, $1. Reeves’ and McClain’s drug stores offer trial bottle free.
Joseph Overman born April 7 1817 near Centerville Wayne County Indiana. He taught school and farmed west of Carthage. Married Eleanor Commons June 20 1839 and had ten children four survived. He championed educational rights for all, served in church for over fifty years as a Methodist leader and class leader.
A mourning tribute laments the loss of a devoted wife and a valuable man described as a rare spirit and a man of God. The piece recalls biblical phrases about fighting a good fight and keeping the faith, noting death as a transition to a higher realm.
Claiming weak digestion wastes strength, the notice promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as aid to digestion. It cites broad use and affordability, noting thousands benefited and a quarter price. For sale by all druggists McClain Carthage.
Smith Wooters of Union County Indiana died March 13 1906 at his daughter Mrs Isaac M Fletcher home three miles southeast of Lewisville after two weeks illness He was born December 25 1822 in Franklin County Indiana the fifth of seven children He married Eliza Hughes October 21 1841 They had four children two daughters and one son Elasha died at age three His wife died July 11 1881 The remaining daughters Indiana M Parvin Missouri Cole and Virginia W Fletcher cared for him He joined the Christian church at Hannahs week in 1843 served as deacon and elder until the church disbanded He later moved membership to Liberty and remained until death He spoke of readiness to go to Christ and quoted There is a place a mansion prepared for me.
A Cary Maine postmistress named Mrs Alexander praises Dr King’s New Life Pills as the best remedy she has tried for keeping the stomach liver and bowels in good order. The product is marketed as a painless purifying tonic by McClain's drug store in Carthage priced at 25 cents with guarantee by local druggists.
Representative Watson introduced two tobacco bills last week. One imposes a tax of 1 cent per hundred on cigarette wrappers to raise about 1 million dollars annually. The other blocks cigarette imports into states with existing anti-cigarette laws to protect Indiana where sate law is circumvented by out‑of‑state purchases.
Mr. J. 8. Egleston of Maple Landing Iowa says severe winter colds developed into grippe with aches congestion and fever. He used Chamberlains Cough Remedy with a double dose of tablets and soon knocked out the grip. Sold by all druggists.
Sunday School at 9 30 AM and preaching at 1 PM. Junior League at 2 30 PM Epworth League at 6 PM and preaching at 7 PM. Mid week prayer meeting Thursdays at 7 PM. Choir practice Friday evenings at 7 PM. J T Scull is pastor.
Bible School 9:45. Worship meeting 11:00. Junior C. E. 2:00. U. P. 8 S. C. E. 6:00. Gospel services 7:00. Mid week meeting Thursday 10 a.m. Prayer meeting Thursday 7 p.m. You are always welcome. Pastor Chas. O. Whitely.
Omar Hafford leads East Street Church of Christ with Sunday School at 9:30. Preaching at 10:30 each Sunday and 7 p.m. on alternate Sundays each month. Choir practice Friday evening at 7 o'clock. All are invited.
Sumpay Services with Sunday School at 9 45 a m every Bus day Preaching at 10 30 a m 7 00 p m every alternate Sunday Prayer Meeting Tuesday evening led by Pastor F R Eddy.
Mount Pleasant A M E invites parishioners to services every alternate Sunday on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, with Sabbath School at 2 P M each Sabbath, and a midweek prayer meeting Thursday nights led by Pastor Chas Terrell.
Church of Christ sets Sunday School at 9:00, preaching at 11:00 and 7:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Thursday evening at 7:00. Philander Weaver serves as pastor.
LODGES F. and A. M. Carthage Lodge No. 255 I C O F meets on Tuesday evenings at their hall on Mill street.
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