Long Distance Nursing Longs for A Gentle Heart
Miss Kent, a head nurse in a West Virginia mining district hospital, bonds with typhoid patient Jon Stanton, nephew of Henry Grimm. Grimm, a wealthy bachelor, shifts from business to care, supporting her effort to aid the boy. A shared care and gentle romance develop as Stanton nears recovery and Grimm contemplates asking Kent for a vacation together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Kent
New York
West Virginia
Grimm Coal and Coke Company
Marion Kent
St. Paul’s
America
Jack Stanton
Mr. Grimm
Our
Grimm
Young Stanton
Stanton
Henry Grimm
Eyrie
Henry Grimms
Mr. Grlman
White Sulphur Springs
Speech of Love Denied by Wealthy Father
A man rehearses a proposal to a wealthy father for his daughter. He gradually stumbles over his words, failing to deliver a confident plea as the father listens to the awkward, halting confession and request for consent.
Literature In Alaska and miner amusements in Forty Mile
A government party member recounts in Alaska during the Klondike rush how miners lacked entertainment and literature. He recalls an old Forty Mile miner quipping that amusements exist, noting a humorous scene where readers study baking powder labels rather than books.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaska
Klondike
Yukon
Forty Mile
Three Answers From Carthage Merchants on Growth
This week the Record canvassed Carthage merchants for three aims to boost the town. Replies favor a canning factory or manufacturing plant, a thriving interurban, a better grain market, improved lighting and fire protection, courteous treatment of shoppers, and more hitching racks to attract farmers. a small office to manage ladies horses is also suggested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthage
Suelka
Carthage
Ana
M. F. Lovett
H. Hill
Hitchracks
M A. McClain
James O. Coleman
Stephens
Ray Johnson
LA Wooten
L. Eceas
Checchantes
James Coleman
When the Prince Wooed Peggy in Coburg Gotha
Peggy meets a German prince at a Wednesday lake hop and falls for him, while her heart wanders between the urbane Munsterberg and Donald Macomber. A crest on a flask reveals the prince’s true identity, sparking gossip and a risky romance that ends with a dramatic rescue and Peggy reconsidering her suitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peggy
Wadconessettium
Munsterberg
Donald Macomber
Teggy
Jack Motley
Worthy
Ludwig Wilhelm
Prince
Coburg-Gotha
Motley
America
Coburg
Macomber
Royal Highness
Donald
Pete Oy Goint
Yascutee Panavee
Petty
Duushi Macomber
Donal
Etiil
Pegy
Coir
Gotha
Godl
Ludwig Wilken
Coburz-Gotha
Perzy
Donaki
Carthage Horse Show Promises Big Crowd and Premiums
The Record invites stallion owners and colt promoters to prepare for a major horse show in Carthage on April 8 or 15. No entry fees for sires or colts. expenses cover advertising and incidental costs shared among exhibitors. Premiums awarded for best colts sired by each horse. many entries expected. merchants urged to sponsor and boost local business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carthage
Pro
Raia
Mule sighted in Carthage blotter tale sparks chase
A blotter form used by Carthage merchants shows a mule tagged with green blotting and brown ink bearing the phrase Good Adain the Carthage Record Pay Big. The male mule, seen in Carthage, wandered seeking a hitching place and later was headed toward Arlington, according to a farmer's account.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carthage
Arlington
Farner's Fate Hangs on Immediate Action
Fragmentary OCR hints at Bauern phrase about what our farner's will be doing soon if response is delayed. Unclear specifics, no names, places, or dates readable. Context suggests a rural labor or farm-related notice or gossip item with urgent consequence.
Roof Fire Threatens Home Near Town
At about 10 o clock yesterday morning the home of Joseph Oyeaman two miles north of town caught fire. Citizens alerted quickly by telephone and responders including Dr Sipe H Hill Omer McCarty Chas Gear and Jesse Henley fought the blaze. They saved the house though the roof burned and carpets and matting were damaged. The fire started from hot pipes igniting boards used as a brace. Estimated loss about 200 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Oyeaman
Orvce
Dr. Sipe
R H. Hill
Omer McCarty
Chas. Gear
Jesse Henley
Card of Thanks from the Harolp family
Mr and Mrs Hersert Harolp thank friends and neighbors for kindness during their daughter’s illness and death. They express appreciation for the support shown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hersert Harolp
Odd Fellows Meeting Promises Local Civic Plans
Walter Binford advertises duroel gifts and a caller quotes a local craftsman ready to build an office if lumber is provided and merchants assign rack duties. Mr O G Mitchell of Richmond, district manager of The Loyal Protective Association of Boston, will attend the Odd Fellows meeting next Tuesday evening to explain his work. All members should be present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. G. Mitchell
Richmond
Loyal Protective Associaton
Boston
Mass
Odd Fellows
Maiden Conflicts with Father Over Marriage to George
A young woman informs her father she plans to marry George, her wealthy champion athlete suitor. The father, furious at first, is warned that resistance would invite conflict, and the daughter calmly asserts their right to marry. The father relents after her quiet resolve and George’s determined stance.
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George
I See Kickings at Work in a Southern Planting Life
A retired cotton planter era tale recalls Mose the enslaved worker who protests repeated kicks by Mistah Winter. The narrator notes attempts to curb abuse and Mose’s threat to quit unless dignity and fair treatment return, reflecting on bruised feelings and past wages.
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Mose
Mistah Winter
de Las
Comical Rail Tales From Carthage Recalled by WW
In Carthage a tale unfolds of a 3 o clock train delay four hours past, amid telegraph hum and a passenger snoring as V Stephens paces. Clement recalls a river road ride to town, imagining three railroads crossing near Clark Hill farm and a city with tall spires, until dawn reveals the truth about the Big Four’s Michigan division.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Four
Markleville
Shirley
V. Stephens
Clement
Carthage
Clem
Michigan
Clark Hill
St Valentine Party at Herkless Home Delights Guests
Mr and Mrs Milton Herkless entertained about seventy five guests at their home last Tuesday. Afternoon and evening sessions featured a heart themed party with carnation and fern decor, red and white colors, and a Valentine rhyme game. Prizes went to Mrs Lizzie B Stone and Prof Mangrum, with Miss Estella Gause Bertha Hinley and Winona Newsom assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton Herkless
Lizzie B. Stone
Prof
Mangrum
Estella Gause
Bertha Jlenley
Winona Newsom
Mrs. Herkless
What Are They Chamberlains Stomach Tablets
An advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Layer Tablets as a remedy for stomach troubles biliousness and constipation. The new product is priced at 25 cents and offered for sale by J. H. McCarty & Son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. McCarty & Son
Bite by Rat Hos Dr Porter in Copmiersville Tale
Dr Porter of Copmiersville formerly of Carthage was badly bitten on the hand by a rat last Tuesday while removing rubbish from a barrel. The incident highlights common urban pest risks in small towns and urges caution in waste handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porter
Copmiersville
Carthage
Rushville
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A. S. Richardson
Papa Wealthyman
Mr. Wealthyman
Copsright
Richard B. Shelton
Udita
Tie
Smith's Weekly
Duroel
Walter Binford
Amalgamated Association of Jolicusses
Tale of
St. Valentine Company
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