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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1897
Page
5
Elks' Reunion in Minneapolis from July 6 to 40 announces special low rates on the Big Four Route covering Cincinnati Louisville Indianapolis and Chicago for members and their friends.
Buffalo hosts the 1st National Encampment of the American Railway veterans with the Big Four Route touted as the main link. A Very Low One Cent Fare is offered each way on all Big Four lines to Buffalo from St. Louis Louisville Indianapolis Cincinnati and other points via Toledo Detroit or connections. Information available from agents.
The notice advertises the National Educational Association Convention in Milwaukee Wisconsin from July 6 to 9. It mentions the Big Four Route connecting Pinnall Indianapolis Dayton Spring Columbus and other points with good facilities and invites agents to supply trip information.
The Epworth League Convention in Toronto Ont runs July 44th to 48th. The Big Four Route offers Special Low Rates from St. Louis Peoria Indianapolis Cincinnati Dayton Springfield Columbus via Cleveland Buffalo Niagara Falls to Toronto or via Toledo Detroit. Apply for full particulars.
At the Y P S C E convention in San Francisco July 7 to 12 the Big Four Route announces Special Low Rates from all points via Chicago St Louis or Peoria. Through trains run from New York Boston Buffalo Cleveland Columbus Cincinnati Indianapolis to St Louis and Peoria and from Cincinnati Louisville to Chicago. Full information available from nearest agent.
The Young People's Union plans its annual convention and the Big Four Route will name the One Fare for Round Trip from all points on its system. East through trains run to Cincinnati with direct connections to the Q and C Route and the L and N Ry in Central Union Depot. From the North, a choice of routes via Cincinnati or Louisville. For rates routes and full information call on any Big Four Route representative.
Advertisements tout Foley's Honey and Tar and One Minute Cough Cure as cures for coughs and lung ailments. O S Coffin & Co. references. Provincetown bay whales cited. Canadian apple canning and barrelheads of pulp boards said to preserve apples better than wood. Finland employs 6000 in paper manufacture and competes in global trade.
A notice directed at physicians asserts many are using Foley's Honey and Cough Syrup in practice. It claims the product provides superior relief for throat and lung complaints, presenting it as an effective cough remedy from O. B. Cottin & Co.
Officer George F. Osborne is the tallest member of Philadelphia's police force at six feet nine and a half inches, highlighting a remarkable physical stature within the department.
An advertisement proclaims unconditional surrender as the sole terms offered by DeWitt's Little Early Risers pills for constipation sick headache and stomach troubles. The pitch is attributed to O. B. Coffin & Co.
An Abilene Kansas farmer transferred two cows two pigs eighteen hens a greyhound pup and a bull to an agent in exchange for a cabinet organ, a compact animal transfer noting regional barter.
Owen S. Hill sells dyed carpet rags advertised to resist fading from vinegar and fruit acids. Each package priced at 10 cents, claiming colorfastness and stain resistance for spillages.
England maintains one MP for every 10 250 electors while Ireland has one for 7 177, Scotland one for 8 974, and Wales one for 9 613 voters, outlining regional disparities in electoral representation.
An advertisement notes a gentleman who disturbed a Sunday service with coughing will get instant relief with One Minute Cough Cure. The remedy is pitched as speedy and harmless for throat and lung troubles, from Coffin & Co.
A Bath Maine boy proudly owns an autograph letter from the Queen of Holland, reflecting his passion for stamp collecting which earned royal favor and attention.
The great southern exposition draws national interest and readers are offered best routes to reach the southern city. The Big Four line provides through service from New York Boston Buffalo Cleveland and Columbus to Cincinnati, with connections from Detroit Toledo Sandusky to Cincinnati, and from Chicago Benton Harbor to Cincinnati and Louisville. Direct links are made with the Q and C Route and the L and N Ry. Full information available on request.
An advertising claim promises the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and even piles with a money back guarantee. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by Owen Hill.
A Jersey City landlord was assaulted in his home at 12 45 a m on March 1 when he emerged to demand rent due that day. The incident was described as an arousal of a ten ant. The notice ends with an advertisement for DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve claiming rapid cure for piles and use for burns cuts bruises and sores. O 8 Coffin Co.
The Swiss government intends to establish a grand central station for generating electric power at Hauterive on the Saane river at a cost of 2 800 000 francs. Mrs Samuel Stamm of Loganton Pennsylvania endured thirty four years of rheumatic knee pain that left her nearly unable to walk. Her husband Mr Stamm, a prosperous merchant, urged a trial of Chamberlain's Pain Balm. After a single application she experienced relief and continued use removed stiffness, restoring full use of her leg. The remedy is praised for prompt relief and potential cure. For sale at 25 and 50 cents per bottle by O S Coffin & Co Druggists.
A witty exchange from the Boston Transcript shows a mistress scolding a maid for overcooking a steak. The maid retorts, defending her right to own cooking style while the mistress emphasizes her hiring purpose.
A Chicago based Working Women's Home Association ledger entry from January 11 1896 praises Foley's Honey and Tar saying it remains a favorite for its pleasant taste and beneficial effects. The message is signed by Laura G Fixen business manager for O S Coffin & Co. In Bohemia a church ceremony united four couples at the same hour including siblings.
An advertising note asserts that One Minute Cough Care relieves acute lung troubles and chronic coughs and throat issues, claiming immediate relief and permanent cure. The pitch credits O. B. Cotlin & Co. as makers.
A Georgia bridge displays a placard threatening penalties for speeding. It states a white driver will be fined $2 while a black driver faces twenty five lashes, with half the penalty to the informer. The notice reflects stark racial punishment in the era.
Thirty years of painful trouble with piles ended when Jacob Mitchell of Unionville Pennsylvania tried DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve. The remedy quickly and permanently cured his piles and is said to help eczema and all skin affections. O B Coffin & Co.
Katie Donohue and Patrick McCarthy, Irish sweethearts, faced deportation after her voyage to New York. Immigrant appeal and aid from a Brooklyn park policeman helped McCarthy secure her return. They reunited at Ellis Island, married at Mission House, ending a tale of persistence across the Atlantic.
The piece notes that modern affluent children tire quickly of ordinary toys and demand ever grander amusements. It highlights a craze for elaborate, extravagant items, especially solid silver toys, as the peak of child luxury today.
Mrs. A Oldfield Brown acted as hostess for a small card party held last Tuesday evening. The event featured a beautifully prepared supper highlighted by a delicious Welsh rabbit, contributing to the pleasant and entertaining gathering reported by the Richmond Dispatch.
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