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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1897
Page
2
I recount a voyage of goats and wagons carrying scholars, a crash at a bridge, and the spread of rapid travel by relays. Enoch and I discuss the changed society, education, and women’s roles as I observe progress, culture, and language shaping the Land Of Nod.
The era of bicycle weddings is noted with advice on chain cleaning and caution while riding downhill. Mayor Strong influences New York politics, while fines for dangerous riders are mentioned. Walter C. Sanger, a top unpaced rider from Milwaukee, signs with Indianapolis in 1897 and prepares for a Denver race on June 19 against Hackenberger.
C C Buel recounts President Lincoln leaving the War Department during a cold night stroll. The lone guard outside is urged by Lincoln to come inside, with the president asserting his commander-in-chief authority to keep the soldier safe and warm.
The piece traces inauguration balls from Washington's era to later presidents. It notes the first formal ball in New York on March 7 with Washington dancing a minuet and cotillions, describes later paired balls for Polk and Taylor, and cites crowding and refreshment shortages at the Taylor events.
Dr Johnson notes a lady celebrated for dressing well. He says best proof of perfection is that one cannot recall her outfit. Delicacy keeps a lady from attracting notice yet a good sense of dress ensures symmetry and tasteful coordination.
Dr Talmage denounces improvidence and alcohol as the chief enemy of workers. He cites Hag. 1:6, warns of lives wasted on drink, and urges Christian prudence. He recalls a tale of wives seeking luxuries, contrasts crime and poverty, and urges salvation through grace to conquer craving. The sermon laments the temperance peril and calls for reform to protect families and future generations.
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