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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1904
Page
3
A Montreal group offers a limited trip to Niagara Falls with a step over to Westfield and an arts excursion to Chautauqua Lake. The notice mentions a return and a sale date set for the twelfth of the month.
An English magazine recalls an odd gypsy prophecy told to the third Earl of Malmesbury then Lord Fitzharris during a yeomanry review near Christchurch. The gypsy warned that the bones of the riders would whiten in that field, and over forty years later the same field became a cemetery.
A Patton Alabama resident says a sudden diarrheal episode nearly proved fatal before relief from Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. After three doses from a 25 cent bottle the illness subsided, and the patient calls it the best bowel remedy. sold by J McCarty and Son.
A forester for the Marquis of Lothian saw a wild duck emerge from a larch and spotted a brown owl in a tree nest thirty feet up. On climbing to the site, the owl fled and the finder discovered two eggs in the nest a mix of an owl's and a wild duck's. Such shared nesting by different species is unusual though not unheard of for owls and ducks to nest high in trees.
Dr. Geo Ewing of Smiths Grove Kentucky, practicing over thirty years, recounts his personal success with Foley's Kidney Cure. He states years of kidney and bladder trouble, enlarged prostate, relief after three bottles, and now prescribes it regularly in his practice. He notes hundreds of successful cases and recommends to physicians.
The article examines the historical and mythical background of scalp collecting among ancient and savage peoples. It cites biblical references from Maccabees and notes scalp taking as a universal practice, discussing possible links to Indian tribes and lost Israelite legends, while acknowledging unresolved theories.
An old newspaper fragment promotes Electric bitters as a cure for despondency and suicide risk, praising its tonic and nervine effects and stomach liver kidney regulation for 50 cents. A stray church anecdote from Norridgewock Maine recounts a hungry minister clashing with a deacon over dinner plans after a sermon.
An old advertisement touts Bucklens Arnsea Salve as life saving against Barns sores and piles. It claims the salve prevents fatalities and is sold for 25 cents at M. A. McClain's Drug Store.
In The Com fot er first issue after St Louis, Bryan denounces Parker as corrupt and indecent, saying his nomination nullifies the anti trust plank. He accuses Parker backers of concealing positions, using crooked methods to secure the ticket and promising limited labor and tariff gains.
A reflective editorial praising Theodore Roosevelt’s leadership and urging continued civic duty. It lauds Roosevelt’s selflessness and kindness, contrasts him with opponents, and calls for steadfast support of trustworthy public service. The piece emphasizes integrity, patriotism, and national progress as guiding ideals.
Congressman Landis notes a local political shift in Burlington township Carroll county as John T. Johnson, a key Democratic figure, leaves the party and backs Roosevelt. Johnson sought reintegration into the Republican ranks, addressing the convention and securing immediate fellowship. The Western Laborer in Omaha also breaks with Bryan, endorsing Roosevelt and denouncing Hill's deal with Wall Street interests.
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as reducing fears of cholera infantum in children. It claims a uniform success in cases of gastric complaints and notes availability through J. H. McCarty & Son.
J P Hughes of DuPont Georgia writes of a long standing fight with an aberss on his right fang and how De King’s New Discovery cured his cough cold throat and lung troubles. He regained health in days and endorses the product sold by M A Melain Drug Store with a 50 cent price and $10 trial bottles free.
Guidance on choosing routes to St Louis for the fair. Recommends Big Four Line service with through trains, ticket options from coach to thirty day passes, and lodging tips in St Louis. Advises seeing the Exposition fully, contacting Big Four agents Warren Lynch or Gentner, and notes a kidney medicine ad at article end.
Want ed AL representatives in this county and adjoining territories to land advertise an old established business house of solid financial standing. Salary 221 weekly with advances each Monday by given from headquarters. Horse and buggy furnished when necessary, position permanent. Address Blew Bros. & Co., Room 610 Monon Bidz., Chicago, Al.
Fragmentary text shows J. H. Timbechake from Ohio withdrawing from a Democratic nomination race while Jake Parker backs a St. Louis candidate. Mentions Bryan and 1904 canvass, New York platform, and a strategic moment cited for action.
A terse note on efficiency in page design. The piece rejects filler visuals and opinion clutter, urging concise content that respects readers’ time and preserves essential information. It champions clarity, direct reporting, and streamlined layouts.
A promotional notice proposes discounted rooms for the 1904 World’s Fair in St Louis through the St Louis European Hotel Co. It promises 1500 rooms at $1.00 per person daily with guides to guard against fraud, urging readers to reserve via the Milton Building offices and remit to the editor.
A reader named C Unger of 211 Maple writes about enduring prolonged illness and eyeing relief after months of suffering. He credits Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy and reports significant improvement.
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