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Newspaper

Carthage Record

Location

Carthage, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1898

Page

4

Sarthage Record Fr Dec 16 1898 Weekly Publication

Sarthage Record appears as a weekly issue published Friday morning December 16 1898 by Lloyd W Henley priced one dollar per year in advance.

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Treaty of Paris Ends the Spanish American War in 1898

A 1898 article notes the December 10 1898 signing of the Treaty of Paris ending the Spanish American War at 8 45 p m It discusses plans by the Hawaiian Commission for a Sandwich Islands Territory and critiques European armament costs while quoting Senator Hoard on the Philippines and McKinley the article casts doubt on political prophecy and public sentiment.

Spain United States Turday Hawaiian Commission Congress Sandwich Islands William McKinley Senator Hoard Massachusetts

Temperance notes and obituary from a 19th century dispatch

An essay extols alcohol as a stain remover while reporting General Calixto Garcia of Cuba dying in Washington after thirty years of struggle for independence. It notes a legislative bid to repeal the Nicholson law, urges temperance activism, cites Rush county drinkers, and reflects on Christmas as both joyous and harsh with Dickensian allusions.

Calixto Garcia Washington U.S Moses Freedom Apostle of Liberty Indianapolis Brewers Association Rush County

Indiana Senatorial Rumors Highlight Henry A Johnson

Washington correspondent for the Chicago Record reports Henry A Johnson is the latest name linked to the Indiana senatorial scene. Some observers say his brisk speaking style could shake up the Senate if he attained a seat, while others note his eccentricities and headstrong stance on civil service during the last Congress, which was intensified by the Hawaii question.

Indiana Washington Chicago Record Henry A. Johnson Senate Johnson Annestion Charles Gerard France Germany Adda —Denys Denys Lo Academy

Debater with Rapid Fire Delivery Shocks Hardline Adversaries

The man known for sharp takedowns is described as a ready debater who stirs up opponents, often leaving them regretting engaging. He shares kinship with Robert A. Johnson, associate editor of the Century magazine, highlighting a notable media connection.

Sternographers Robert A. Johnson The Century Magazine

Gas shortages spark widespread complaint in cities

The piece laments gas scarcity as winter begins, blaming gas companies for short supply and high charges. It urges rebates for unmet service, notes some cities drilling more wells, and condemns corporate behavior with pointed satire and editorial fury. It also contains unrelated literary excerpts and letters.

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Quips and quirks from a satirical shopper’s column

The piece strings humorous lines about teachers mispronunciations, political scraps, pocket knives, debt, shaving, lighting lamps, and the woes of reading while poking fun at daily life. It lampoons manners, speech, and social pretenses with witty observations on ordinary behavior and attitudes.

Parties In Debted to Butler Called to Settle by Christmas

Parties knowing themselves to be in debted to the undersigned are hereby notified to call and settle by Christmas. Charles R Butler.

Charles R Butler

Riot fears spur bold city police ploy in Chicago era

In a Chicago Dispatch tale, Long John Wentworth faces riot threats with a lax police force. He adds numbers to baton badges to mislead rioters, boosting perceived manpower and intimidating troublemakers on election day. Also included are scattered quips on Spanish words and humorous vignettes.

Long John’ Wentworth Chicago Long John John

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