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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1898
Page
2
The Department of Agriculture notes that corn and oat crops on American farms will total an increased value of 83 million dollars this year. This rise compensates for the drop in wheat value and should put farmers in stronger position in 1899 than in 1898.
The Austrian minister of agriculture approves an appropriation to set up 33 stations where the army will supply guns and ammunition at a cost of 3000 florins per site to disperse hail clouds. It is claimed that the concussion and smoke plumes alter humidity and atmospheric conditions.
In the treasure room of Barnda Mahara jas a carpet cost close to 1,000,000 dollars. Measuring 10 by 6 feet it is woven from strings of pearls with diamond circles in the center and corners. It took three years to manufacture as a jewel intended as a gift to a beautiful Moham medan beile.
The German emperor and empress own a paper titled the Imperial Gazette Berlin that prints a concise daily world news summary. The edition is produced in two copies, likely the smallest edition of any paper.
The Wielieska salt mines near Cracow Poland have a history dating to 1044 with continuous work since 1240. The first mine map was drawn in 16388 by Martin German a Swedish surveyor. Eight shafts remain from 207 to 985 feet deep with 345000 feet of open levels and 115500 feet of underground tram lines.
A curious plague of caterpillars in Hove near Brighton consumed a broccoli field and trailed across roads toward homes. An observer counted fourteen on a single window pane as the exteriors of houses swarmed with the insects. In Florida, St Augustine claims Americas oldest house, built in 1564 by monks of the Order of St Francis, with coquina stone walls and mortar.
The text notes a dispute over the youngest actual Civil War participant, citing Boots the 13 year old mascot of the 10th Pennsylvania during the Philippine conflict. Boots aided the unit in the trenches near Manila carrying water and ammo and even secured passage from Manila to Hong Kong aboard Admiral Dewey's flagship by personally requesting it.
Coxsus Fleming reports an Edinburgh interview with a local businessman who says American harnessmakers and office furniture makers could capture a fertile Scottish market. The piece notes superior utility and potential profitability if properly pursued. It mentions earthquake data from Calcutta aiding wave-speed estimates and royal hat-wearing privileges for Lord Forester and Lord Kingsale in royal presence.
The abaca plant Musa textilis yields hemp from a 20 to 30 foot stem. After three years the stalks are cut and stripped of cellular matter, producing usable fiber. Each stalk provides about one unit of fiber, and two natives process around 95 pounds daily.
Curiaco December 17 Mrs Johanna Newell died after saving her 2 year old daughter in a blaze at 1819 Orleans below a livery stable. With stairs blocked by flames she rushed to save the child and leapt from a second story window. Aiding bystanders caught the infant, but Mrs Newell perished from a heavy fall.
William J. Bryan arrived at the House of Representatives around 1 PM on a Friday and received a warm welcome from former colleagues. Earlier, Representative Bailey of Texas, the Democratic floor leader, breakfasted with Bryan and discussed public and party policy in general terms.
Paris December 17. The United States ambassador General Horace Porter and foreign office officials with the American colony met in Paris to discuss peace commissions and related diplomatic matters. The gathering reflected ongoing Allied diplomacy and issues surrounding the American delegation abroad.
Grant Gillett the absconding cattle man from Woodbine Kansas and his attorney C R Troxel left for Vera Cruz on Friday to sail for South America Their stated aim is to enter the cattle business in the Republic Their hotel registration at the Coliseo used assumed names Willis F Wilder and George E Fisher both men admitted their true identities
Milwaukee December 17 fire Friday night destroyed the G Hartstein Sons department store at Eighth Street and Fond du Lac Avenue. Losses total about 100000 with 70000 on building and stock. Fireman John Owen was fatally injured en route to the blaze.
Washington dispatch reports Chairman Loud of the house committee on post offices and post roads re introducing the Loud bill with an amendment. It permits mailing sample copies of newspapers at one half cent for every two ounces with stamps attached in advance.
Charleston dispatch reports four companies of the 10th infantry and 125 recruits for the 8th infantry arrived and boarded the steamship Saratoga for Havana. The steamer left at daylight Saturday. In Madrid the government weighs arresting leading Carlists with strict telegram censorship in place.
Lieutenant Governor Northcott has granted a ten day reprieve to John Johnson who was due for execution Friday afternoon. Johnson awaited removal to the gallows when the respite arrived, delaying the sentence.
The Senate opened with Senator Platt of Connecticut addressing expansion and the Nicaragua canal, signaling possible debate on the treaty after Christmas. Support grows for ratification without delay, despite minority opposition. Senator Morgan aims to press the canal bill before Christmas adjournment, though holiday delays seem likely.
New York telegram reports Harland P. Halsey known as Old Sleuth died of a cerebral hemorrhage at his Brooklyn home. A prolific author of 135 books, he was born in New York 61 years ago and counted Robert Treat among his ancestors. He organized Hamilton Trust Co and belonged to several clubs. Twin girls die after oil fire incident in Gantony West Virginia as father suffers fatal burns.
In the North Sea the British steamer Ilias foundered after colliding with the Pierremont which had arrived at Newcastle on November 8 and sailed for the Mediterranean. The Pierremont was badly damaged and about 29 people are believed drowned.
Tate Calvin S. Brice's funeral rites followed his New York arrival as Lima honors a distinguished leader. More than 2,000 mourners gathered at the depot and market street church as Elks and A R U V A members escorted the procession. The Lake Erie and Western railroad operated three special trains and the city closed businesses. Floral tributes exceed $10,000, with a white-rose engine donated by the railroad employer.
An Indiana Decatur Southern train derailed 52 miles west of Indianapolis at Guion station. The eastbound Indianapolis express traveling at speed left the rails causing seven cars to pile up. there were about fifty passengers aboard with one death and several serious injuries including T. M. Wells, Daniel Pointer, Andrew Kafer, A. J. Diddle, M. J. Moore, and conductor J. A. Mitchell among the injured.
Lieut. Richmond Pearson Hobson faced a playful onslaught of 163 kisses from Chicago Press Club members after a Sunday night talk on The Sinking of the Merrimac at the Auditorium. No distress signal issued. no serious injuries reported. In Paris a house under construction on Rue des Appennins collapsed, four people killed and others injured. five believed buried.
In Indiana on December 19, William Blume is connected to the death of Grace Harvey in September. The case involves an attempted death by his own action and related legal proceedings continuing in the city.
Gen. Wesley Merritt, recently back from the Philippines, predicts about 30,000 U.S. troops would be required to hold the islands if retained. He discusses Dewey’s health, climate, and possible expansion, noting Spaniards and Aguinaldo’s role and praising the peace commissioners for the treaty.
In Banks Alabama near Josie post office a store owned by Ida Myers and her widowed daughter in law E Myers is robbed. Cook a farm helper fought two intruders and was knocked out. The house burned. Ida Myers and E Myers were found dead with their brains beaten out. About $8000 in cash believed taken. Neighbors alerted by a fire but failed to save the dwelling or contents.
In Chapton Nebraska on December 19 the 32 cattlemen indicted for manslaughter in Fall River County South Dakota were tried at Hot Springs. The jury returned a not guilty verdict after 15 minutes of deliberation. The murder of John Eckman, a noted sheepman killed last September while moving his flock into South Dakota, sparked the case.
An English expert warns of a universal wheat shortage due to soil limits and overburdened crops while many die from digestive troubles. Hostetter's Stomach Bitters is promoted to strengthen the stomach and improve digestion, curing dyspepsia liver issues nervousness fever and ague.
An exchange from the Cincinnati Enquirer features a boastful man claiming the town has flourished and the cynic noting he did the grafting while others rooted. The line frames local pride and skepticism in a concise, quotable contrast.
Burlington Route conducts weekly tourist sleeper excursions every Wednesday from St Louis and Chicago to Los Angeles and San Francisco. The route passes Denver Scenic Colorado Salt Lake City with 98 percent sunshine yearly. Inquiries to L W Wakeley General Passenger Agent St Louis Mo.
A witty line on diplomacy notes that Tommy-Papa asks what diplomacy is and Papa-Diplomacy is the skill of telling someone he is a scoundrel without letting him get angry about it.
The C. A. & C. R. announces low rate excursion tickets to all lines and key connecting routes for Christmas and New Year holidays. Tickets go on sale December 23 24 25 26 30 31 1898 and January 1 2 1899 with return by January 3 1899. Inquire with agents for details. C. F. Daly General Passenger Agent Cleveland Ohio.
A humorous snippet from Jewelers' Weekly features Mrs Matchmaker questioning Mr Slowman's seriousness after she mentions diamonds last night. He responds with a simple yawn, underscoring a coy, lighthearted exchange about romance and jewelry.
A riddle speaks of a simple go-between that clears gore thoughts and divides, freeing Shakespeare, Milton, Sidney, Spenser, and Taylor to speak freely. It glides through learning yet leaves wisdom behind. The text cites a postal request to George H Heatford for a solution and a two-cent stamp, ending with a quip about fools and their abundance.
A collage of vintage ad lines and quack cures promises quick cold relief with laxatives and tonics. Mentions St Jacobs Oil for sprains and lame backs, Piso’s Cure for Consumption, and humorous quips from various papers.
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