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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1901
Page
4
Fragmentary report mentions Grover Clevelands attempting to kidnap a Democratic mule and Chinese land seizure themes. Aliens claim households, lands, and a three century light seen in Ti diana amid school fund transfers of 27 907 from New York to Galveston.
The article notes Russia seeking Hague Tribunal adjudication for a question and cites President McKinley suggesting the same. It also reports the Union Traction Company debuting an interurban car from Anderson to Indianapolis, part of Indiana’s expanding rapid transit network connecting multiple towns and extending to Kokomo, Noblesville, Tipton, and beyond, with a potential link to Carthage if a tie runs to Knightstown via the S. and S. O. line.
D J Loeb and Prof D J Lingle of the University of Chicago report a discovery that common salt in blood, as chloride of sodium with calcium and potassium, stimulates heart centers to beat. They proved this by suspending a turtle heart in the solution and observing rhythmic pulsations after death.
A discussion argues for a trial of a Primary Election Law amid concerns that conventions are manipulated by party rings and a small fraction of the electorate. Proponents say a general demand exists and the new law could improve the system, though some warn it may not bring a millennium of reform.
The president must muster and train 40,000 troops within 26 weeks and deploy 7,000 to the Philippines, then distribute to 77 posts. Yet the Senate delays with senatorial courtesy and unlimited debate, risking delays to army reorganization and pledges to the country.
The Carthage Record asserts it has the largest paid circulation of any paper in the state and promotes itself as the best advertising medium for Carthage businesses.
The article extols its paper’s wide circulation across three counties and its superior job office capabilities with new equipment. It urges readers to support the paper’s community focus, morals, patriotism, and honesty, thanking locals for unity and pledging ongoing improvements.
Dr A Boschee's German Syrup touted as a proven cough remedy with two million bottles sold yearly. Introduced to the United States in 1868 and now sold widely. claims three doses relieve an ordinary cough for 75 cents. Almanac provided by O S Coffin & Son.
Old established house seeks men and women to appoint agents and represent us. Some travel, others for local work. $900 guaranteed yearly salary and expenses plus extra commissions. Permanent positions with advancement potential. Write at Address STAFFORD PRESS CO. Dept. E New Haven Conn. tm3i
County residents are informed that T J H McGarty and Son have secured the agency for Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. The product is offered for constipation indigestion sick headache and stomach trouble and guaranteed to perform as recommended. The firm promises the best drugs on hand and invites calls.
The ad touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for piles sores and skin diseases and warns of counterfeit products. It also notes the death of Quaker minister Rev. Jesse Tunner of Kokomo and promotes De Witts Little Early Risers liver pills with Coffin & Co. as sellers.
J C Sherman of Vermontville Echo reports Electric Bitters keep the elderly vigorous and free from Nervousness Sleeplessness Indigestion Heart trouble Constipation and Rheumatism. He praises their gentle kidney and stomach support boosting appetite and wellbeing. Available for 50 cents at OS Coffin & Co's drug store.
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the mother's favorite. It claims safety for children, treats coughs croup and whooping cough, contains no opium, and is suitable for all ages. Sold by OS Coffin & Co.
Dr Turner of Dempseyville Pa endorses a vegetable liver and bowel remedy for teens promising no gripe and portable use. The ad notes 25 cents at OS Coffin and Co and mentions the Pease Engine Company in Goshen planning to manufacture automobiles.
Fol ey s Honey and Tar claims to stop coughing without straining but may irritate lungs. The note mentions a Clover Leaf railroad removing train boys from service.
An old advertisement promises a one day cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets, with refund if it fails and E W Grove’s signature on each box. Also a wanted ad seeks an active man of good character to deliver and collect in Indiana for an established wholesale house, 30 years, pay reliable, with bank reference and self addressed envelope.
The piece argues that American ship construction cannot yet compete due to lack of protection, and asserts that with tariffs and support the United States could reclaim a 2,000,000 ton annual shipping need. It condemns opponents as blocking renewal of maritime policy and notes billions paid to foreign shipowners.
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