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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1897
Page
11
A Carthage Record item notes that trusts are pernicious in Great Britain with London papers beginning to warn the public about encroachments on people’s rights and the unknown actions they may take.
A historian tone notes Dr. Talmage, though orthodox, believes in affinities. In a recent interview he warned that fascination can disturb the soul and be mistaken for God’s voice. The text adds a sly aside that he is a "widder" and thus humorously gay.
Antiquarian books draw keen bids in New York auctions. H. F. Sewall’s library saw a quarto copy of John Boy’s Eneas Descent into Hell (London 1661) start at 10 cents and sell for 115 dollars. The top single-volume price reached 170 dollars, while Bryan’s Dictionary of Painters and Engravers in ten volumes sold for 39 dollars per volume.
The Cuba rebellion shows strong progress even amid rumors or news of Gen. Maceo's death. Insurgents vow continued fight, insisting liberty remains alive with others ready to risk all. Havana remains tense as Guanabacoa, a key suburb just six miles from the city, faces continued raids.
The piece parrots alarming claims that bacteria lurk on lips and mustaches, linking kissing to disease. It mocks future scientists who would regulate social gatherings and assigns peril to taffy pulls and calescent dances as a result.
A Civil War veteran notes rapid war tech evolution since his retirement. He observes a new range of offensive and defensive devices, including a flashy “caloric” pony and powerful dynamite capable of overwhelming enemies. Despite innovations, no large confict has occurred in decades, reflecting a tension between fear and daring.
Discontented young men who imagine enlisting as an easy life may begin at eastern barracks and arsenals but risk transfer to the Western frontier where danger is not great but certain. The piece warns of disillusionment among recruits and the realities of military service.
A historical column notes U S troops in Arizona and New Mexico logged 42 457 miles in pursuit of Apache Indians last year. It jokes the swift-footed savages may not have been caught and mocks the editor who complains, praising the army's strenuous service for the flag.
The alleged assassination of Cuban insurgent Gen. Maceo is linked to a treacherous physician and Spanish generals under a flag of truce. The piece condemns Spanish conduct, highlights betrayals, and predicts renewed American support for Cuban liberty to expel the invaders.
Fashion's fancies blend standard and fancy mates in vogue with silky wool and silk wool mixes. Designs feature handsome fits and plain boucle patterns, with tucks on skirts bodices and sleeves used to add effect. Zoe may run wider or straight while diagonals appear in varied ways.
A collection of short vignettes mentions Ian Maclaren's name pronunciation in the United States, Dr. Watson in Troy New York, and audience introductions by Dr. Hall. It notes a Kansas farm owned and run solely by Mrs. Ogden and her daughter, Mrs. Barney Barnato's lavish jewels, Coventry Patmore's late letter to the Omar Khayyan Club, and Prince Bismarck commenting on political turmoil while lamenting legacy and influence.
Household tips cover repurposing worn tablecloths into napkins for kids lunch baskets. A cranberry jelly drink aids feverish colds. Turpentine cleans glass globes and mirrors. alcohol in warm water burnishes glass. A mince meat recipe lists beef suet apples currants citron sugar raisins rind and juice of citrus, nutmeg cinnamon cloves mace brandy and cider. Soaking dried fruits softens dirt before cooking for best texture.
A Philadelphia Ledger summary notes each state's chosen emblematic flower through public school votes. Nebraska Oregon and Alabama claim the golden rod while Colorado selects wild columbine and Delaware the peach blossom. Idaho picks white syringa. New York and Iowa favor roses. Rhode Island and Wisconsin choose the maple. Vermont adopts clover. North Dakota wild rose. Maine pine cone and tassel. Minnesota bitter root. Utah lily. Oklahoma pearly fruited mistletoe. The wood violet and Mayflower arbutus remain unappropriated.
General Andrew Jackson penned an account of the New Orleans engagement after the battle, sent to James Monroe. The January Century article on Napoleon’s Interest in the battle discusses Jackson’s letter and claims American losses of six killed and seven wounded versus 2,117 on the opposing side. Napoleon reportedly planned sharpshooters after learning of American deadly aim, but Waterloo halted the plan.
A historical fashion note details fur garments from mink chinchilla astrakhan and seal in bolero, Eton, Russian styles. It warns slender figures look best in fur bodices but indoors warmth poses health risk when layers are shed. Describes collars belts and decorative motifs in cerise velvet gold braid and yellow guipure.
In Lafayette avenue a grocer mixes bean and dollar discussions. He proves a bushel holds about 119000 beans by showing sixty beans weigh half an ounce. He then weighs a silver dollar against a dollar bill, showing it takes twenty two bills to equal the weight.
A Philadelphia Call report describes a Mint basement vault scene where $50 million in silver is counted. It notes $19 million already removed, leaving a central gap and bright coins behind iron faces. Counting disruptions threaten tally accuracy across compartments and may create a surplus in other slots.
A severe northeast storm drives thousands of eels and fish toward the Dorchester dock behind the Merchants and Miners Transportation steamship. Pumps move 40 000 gallons per minute as the trapped fish, including eels and alewives, are swept up in a frantic salvage effort at the largest catch ever seen at the dock.
Princess Beatrice and Prince Henry of Lattenverg briefly toured the French coast in disguise, mingling with the crowd at venues such as Melo and Saint Mice. The couple, incognito, attracted attention from both French and English papers with no leaks about their excursion. Aboard their visit Beatrice secured a prime seat as a young man sought contact, and they enjoyed the American tourist atmosphere, observing the scene discreetly.
A witty exchange features Mr Sourman stating women like money and money is like women, while his wife questions the comparison. The quip ends with the classic line money talks as reported by the New York Press.
A football player denounces modern rules he says abolish momentum and turn the game into child’s play. He describes padded gear and safety devices, claims risks like broken legs are gone, and notes the sport has become milder than tennis or golf as Yale faces Princeton.
A sea captain tests new recruits for a long voyage asking about prior lines. An Irishman with P and O Australia presents a dubious character, while a Cunard Englishman is accused and revealed to have gone overboard with a bucket. The captain learns the Englishman sailed without a character, and Paddy reveals the mishap.
The remark questions Melissa's intelligence and notes a second comment about her looks. The dialogue contrasts perceived cleverness with comments on appearance, suggesting social judgment rather than factual assessment.
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