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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1900
Page
2
At Modder River soldiers soaked their khaki uniforms then swam in the river. They undressed briefly to wash the clothes and themselves, refreshing during a break in duty.
North Carolina develops strawberry farms of fifty acres with large berries while peach orchards are cultivated. Several fruit varieties are being raised and the enterprises report strong success across the region.
The Hamburg American liner Deutschland, built at Vaulcan yards in Stettin, will be next to the largest passenger vessel afloat. She is expected to be the fastest steamship and include features never before attempted on an ocean liner.
Gen Botha a 26 year old farmer from the Vryheid district of the Transvaal is known more for sheep and cattle farming than military skill. He has spent nearly every year of his life tending flocks on large ranges and is noted for his claims about expertise in sheep raising.
South African observatory workers report discovering a new eighth magnitude star, described as the swiftest traveler among known stellar bodies. The peaceful telescope gaze contrasted with artillery fire elsewhere in the region.
John MacGowar of Clay county Florida claims to be the oldest pensioner in the country. Papers on file in Washington show him at 121 born in Ireland on March 15 1779 and arriving in the United States in 1804. He allegedly enlisted in the 17th Connecticut regiment in 1863 at age four. pension officials are inclined to believe him.
Readers debate the proper spelling of Porto Rico or Puerto Rico as the board of geographical names, appointed by the U S government, adopts the Spanish style. Senator Foraker’s bill on civil governance is noted in the discussion.
The readable fragment suggests a report about harm or tragedy with reference to death in some cases, but lacks context, names, places, or dates to identify the incident or determine specifics of the event.
Views have been taken of the orchards of the Messrs Miller and Pancake near Romney for exhibition at Paris. The groves are the largest in the world with 220000 peach and plum trees. They planted 181000 trees last year and cleared 1735 acres of timber land. In the first season their orchards shipped 100 car loads of peaches and plums.
The government earned a large profit from shinplasters issued during the civil war. Total issued 368,721,079 dollars with 6,880,558 never presented for redemption. Much remains as curios with collectors and is sometimes offered for redemption.
In Naples a thief tried to rob Mrs Burges and her daughter as they left a shop. The woman grabbed the thief by the threat, threw him to the ground, recovered her purse, and calmly told him to be off. The incident is cited as an example of women traveling safely and independently.
French Canadian trapper Joseph Zolique La Joie says he found the North Pole after drifting on an ice floe. He endured a harsh journey eating his dogs and fish, then reached land and was cared for by a Polar Indian group on a volcanic lit mountain, which he believes to be the pole.
During Queen Victoria’s 1849 Ireland tour the prince consort viewed linens in Belfast White Linen Hall and conceived an international exhibition of world manufacturers. Upon returning to London he consulted Karl Granville, inspiring Hyde Park’s 1851 Great Exhibition, the first of its kind globally.
Dr. Talmage preaches from John 19 41 in a vivid Easter sermon describing a garden tomb scene in Josephs garden The talk contrasts earthly tombs with the new sepulcher Christ entered The lecturer muses on heaven as paradise flowers and laments monuments to earthly fame while praising the tombs meaning and resurrection hope
A dramatic, contemplative meditation on Jesus tomb and resurrection set in a rock mausoleum. The speaker, a mourner and sexton, reflects on burial rites, charity, and the promise of rebirth while invoking Joseph of Arimathea Nicodemus and the guard. The piece interweaves biblical imagery with commemorative flowers.
The article describes a steel shirt made of interlinked rings, each ring about one sixteenth inch thick, ends riveted into a chain connecting four others. A red leather neck band, two and a half inches high, sits around the wearer's neck, with ornamental toolings.
Prof Wadsworth produced a photograph on a curved plate at Allegheny Observatory showing Orion and a large sky area. The plate is estimated to contain images of over 50,000 celestial positions spanning more than 1,000 square degrees, enabling extensive measurements.
In Washington April 9 to 14 the Senate and House reported multiple actions. Indian appropriation funds were approved, Alaska and Puerto Rican measures advanced, a Quay seating vote date was set, and eulogies were given for Richards Parks Bland.
Louisville reporters say on April 15 attorneys Lewis McQuown and Helm Bruce for Governors Beckham and Taylor will file the record in the Kentucky governorship case in the U S Supreme Court. They will move to advance the docket and urge swift consideration. Democrats will be argued by McQuown and ex Chief Justice Pryor, Republicans by Bruce and ex Gov Bradley.
St Louis April 16 The Mine Managers and Examiners Aid association of Illinois failed to obtain a hearing with operators or a wage increase demand and has decided to quit work in all Illinois mines until a recognition agreement is secured.
San Francisco April 16 gamblers in re insurance fear the chances on the British ship Annie Thom as are. She has been out 260 days from Cardiff carrying a coal load for Acapulco.
Boston April 15 Charles H Cole former Globe National Bank president pleaded guilty in U S district court to embezzlement and misapplication charges. Sentencing set for a later date.
Seal ing Steamers Terra Nova brought 37 000 seals and Walrus carried 12 000 seals back from the ice fields. Both ships are heavily laden as they reach St Johns Newfoundland.
A schematic notice describes spring stomach troubles including bilious feeling dull headache foul taste and poor appetite. It urges recognizing distress signals from an overworked stomach and promotes a tonic claim to restore strength and aid digestion.
An advertisement touts a sarsaparilla product as the best stomach and blood remedy, claiming it cures all stomach troubles and that thousands of grateful letters prove its efficacy as a medical profession's top remedy.
A brief Washington Post excerpt shows a woman asking a man if he admires Wagner. He dismisses him loudly due to a “bum article” about baseball, and she senses a shared lack of predation for higher ideals. The dialogue hints at cultural clashes in Washington society.
A delightful volume including Making a Revolution Susquehanna Trail Sculpture of the Elfs Once a Pillar of the World Feathers of Fashion. Beautifully illustrated and ready for distribution about May 1. Send 10 cents to T. W. Lee Lackawanna Railroad New York City. Edition Limited.
A Philadelphia North American snippet shows a mendicant demanding payment, claiming he was shorted ten cents mere minutes earlier. He apologizes for the lapse while pressed by the approached person who challenges his memory.
Nome City in Alasia lies about twenty eight hundred miles by sea from Seattle and is touted as the richest gold field yet found. The first steamer is planned to depart Seattle around May 10, 1900. For full particulars contact Geo H Heafford General Passenger Agent Chicago and St Paul Railway Chicago Il.
The selection notes artillery rising in significance within the armed forces, comparing war to a game of diplomacy and suggesting many clever jabs are old but effective. The quoted remarks from Detroit Journal and Washington (Ia.) Democrat frame artillery as increasingly central and strategic.
A historic testimonial style ad proclaims Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound as uniquely effective for women's illness. It asserts strict permissions, confidential letters, free advice, and Lynn Mass as the address, claiming widespread trust and success.
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