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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1897
Page
2
From Manchester England alone during the first four months of this year there were sent to this country 1 520 000 dollars worth of cotton velvets cords and fustians. The full year 1896 saw imports from all foreign cities through all customs houses total only 2 000 000 dollars.
A Michigan man feeds hens shredded newspapers to pulp and save eggs, aiming to raise a breed of hens that will set type. The suggestion ties to a California psychologist's claim that Michigan climate boosts mental effort, noting the odd scheme as evidence of extraordinary climate.
A national laymen's convention of the Methodist Church is planned for September in Indianapolis. The call is drawing broad interest across the country. Mr. Cumback invites President McKinley to attend and address the gathering, reflecting the president's known sympathy with the denomination.
A historical note on bicycles transforming daily life and provoking debates on sidewalks and rights of way. A Maine man quips that a dead wheel is worthless, comparing it to paying taxes on a dead horse, while an officer labels the reaction a mental aberration as the bike remains in use.
The laymen of the General Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Indiana urge reform to curb clerical power. Led by Hon Will Cumback, they argue lay representation is unfairly limited in General Conferences and financial decisions, hindering church growth and governance. The address lists disparities in lay versus clerical representation and calls for equal voice and taxation rights.
The message invites all laymen who agree with the cause to assemble at Masonic Hall in Indianapolis on September 15, 1897, at 2 p.m. for a mass convention to discuss the subject and appoint thirty delegates to a national convention to be held later for a like purpose.
Debs envisions a new cooperative political economy backed by the American Railway Union, aiming for a western state to enact a cooperative constitution. He predicts a 1,000,000 membership, raises funds, and may deploy an organized volunteer army to establish producer stores in Chicago, St. Louis, and Milwaukee.
Dr Talmage urges cheer for those weighed by stigmas and losses. He argues naming, disability, illiteracy, and misfortune can be overcome by faith in God, education, and mutual support, citing scripture and wartime memories to illustrate resilience and ultimate uplift.
A humorous exchange contrasts the thoroughly modern engaged girl with the old fashioned romantic who asks about eye contact and love. The dialogue hints at common patterns in courtship and the perceived method of procedure in relationships.
A playful gag quote from the Cincinnati Enquirer describes Maud's doomed engagement to an auctioneer. The line depicts an accidental wink and a comical twist on a marriage proposal within a domestic setup.
A dialogue from Harper's Weekly features a boastful character claiming change while being pressed for a loan repayment. The exchange dramatizes the pull of pride and the faltering claim of moral renewal with a sharp turn on a past debt.
An Indianapolis Journal dialogue records a debate where Dawson dismisses belief by questioning biblical reason, and Wrest counters with Adam's fall implying universal duty. The exchange centers on faith, reason, and morality.
Choose thick pink rhubarb stalks for fruitier flavor. Peel young growth if not from the country. Cut into inch squares, boil briefly, drain to reduce acidity, then simmer in a single layer with sugar and optional preserved ginger or lemon peel. Cool, serve over sponge cake with syrup.
A sharp exchange from a Washington Star item shows a wealthy member of Congress proposing to name a charitable institution in his will for money. The philanthropist asks for a different deal and suggests making the bequest retroactive to secure funds now.
A Cleveland Leader excerpt asserts Jonathan Doxey is a ruined man and only maintains appearances to escape his difficulties. A question about his daughter’s hand in marriage is followed by talk of possible flight or staying to endure the scandal.
A colonial era notice warns that malaria is carried by morning or evening mists from low lands and promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as protection and remedy for fever, dyspepsia, constipation, kidney trouble and rheumatism. It also notes dentists using electricity to bleach teeth.
An advertisement promotes Grain-O as a coffee substitute made from pure grains. It claims children and adults can drink it without distress, notes a rich mocha-like color, and prices packages at 15c and 25c. Also mentions Texas plans a park at the San Jacinto battleground.
An advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease as a powder to cure painful feet and bunions, ease tight shoes, and stop sweating and tired feet. It claims instant relief, offers trial packages free, and lists price and seller details. A stray line notes underground passages in English castles.
Readers learn of Catarrh cure claiming a constitutional remedy that acts on blood and mucous surfaces. The ad promises $100 for any cured case it cannot fix and invites testimonials from Toledo firm F J Cheney Co. Also touts Hall's Family Pills and notes U S grain acreage exceeding German empire area.
A garbled ad fragment touts No-to-Bac for fifty cents with a claim of over four hundred thousand cured. It also mentions cures and savings, a blueberry crop outlook in Maine, Cascarets health claims, and a Rochester burglary report noting safes cracked for a total of $1.02.
An old advertisement bundle touts Grain-O as a non narcotic coffee substitute made from pure grains. It claims nervouse digestion benefits, says old and young can drink it, costs a quarter, and markets 15c and 25c packages. The clip also notes Connecticut river logs, medicinal claims for Piso’s Cure, hair renewer, rubber tires on the Queen’s carriage, teething syrup, walnut sap drink, Cascarets, and a touring Maine theater.
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