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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1898
Page
2
Messrs. Kynxocn of Birmingham England claim a new quick firing gun ahead of rivals. It fires 600 magazine bullets per minute and can kill at three miles. The barrel swings from right to left, suggesting it may become one of the most deadly weapons of modern warfare.
The length of Mr Gladstone's political service is noted by entry during Andrew Jackson's presidency and retirement as Grover Cleveland began his second term. His first cabinet role came while Daniel Webster served in a similar office.
The piece extols the Whitehead torpedo as the pinnacle of mechanical ingenuity and construction perfection. It argues that in capable hands it becomes the most terrifying weapon of war, capable of dooming a ship hit by it as surely as sinking to the ocean floor.
Travelers note the remarkable orchid diversity with over 30 varieties in the forests. The Malapo lily stands out as the largest plant, with leaves up to six feet long and two feet wide and stems about three inches thick. It blooms five months yearly, with blossoms as large as a peck measure.
The article praises Dewey at Manila and the Merrimac mission in Santiago harbor. It notes Hobson and his volunteer crew sinking the ship over mines and maneuvering under fire, earning enduring respect for their bold action.
American pine and hardwoods rise in prominence as Germany expands housing. Georgia Pines are sought for finishing and hardwoods for flooring. Germany leads in building, with few people using carpet. Hardwood floors and rugs dominate in elite homes as new blocks rise in major cities.
Great Britain displays multiple flags beyond the royal standard. A merchant flag and navy ensign are used along with a union flag hoisted by governors bearing various badges. The red ensign with different badges marks colonies, while some yacht clubs fly the naval ensign or blue ensign, and other bodies use other flags.
It is rare to find a true Damascus sword as the art of making and engraving this steel has faded. These blades are built from alternating iron and steel layers, tempered so that the blade bends without breaking. Their edges are exceptionally keen and surfaces polished enough to serve as a looking glass for a Turk.
The middle of the 16th century saw two distinct ceremonies for Christian marriage the betrothal and the later benediction of complete marriage. Many modern customs trace to primitive times such as throwing old shoes or stones at the groom, a remnant of marriage by capture.
The 1897 British Army and Navy costs total 41,776,243 pounds with 5,180,809 pounds for non effective forces like pensioners. Fighting strength is 236,000. If all artillery mattered, Tommy Atkins costs would reach about 176 pounds per man, a figure likened to a hollow gold statue.
Ambassador Hay in London sends Washington a dispatch announcing Manila has surrendered. The news, received Sunday midnight, thrills the White House and Navy Department, as Admiral Dewey’s victory is believed complete with the Spanish flag lowered and the stars and stripes raised.
A Hong Kong cable report states a battle for Manila's possession is ongoing between Aguinaldo’s insurgents and Spanish forces. Admiral Dewey pledged to prevent a massacre if insurgents seize the city. The Spanish governor faces a price on Aguinaldo’s head and risks no quarter unless withdrawn. Three assassination attempts have occurred due to the bounty.
From Sierra Leone steamers report a thousand killed in the uprising. One hundred twenty Freetown traders massacred. War boys carried many into the bush. Three hundred friendly natives slain, six United Brethren missionaries murdered at Manohbargru. English missionaries spared for now. In Washington, navy orders urge warning to Admiral Cervera that Spain may face indemnity if his four armored cruisers are destroyed or captured.
Annie Thomas, 24, colored, was shot five times and killed by her lover Harvey Jones, 19, a porter at Sil verglade's saloon, on Longworth street. She lived at Hillsboro, Ohio, but resided on Plum near Longworth and boarded at 309 Longworth. They had quarrelled for weeks and he had warned he would kill her. Her wounds will prove fatal.
Maprip June 11 The city sits in terror as rumors accuse the government and papers of concealing the deteriorating conditions in the Philippines and the Cuba war. Public unease grows as Adm. Cervera’s praised actions come under scrutiny and officials struggle to respond to mounting unrest.
In Cleveland on June 1 a US secret service official Morriston and aides met with Deputy Marshals, visiting several factories as part of a probe into espionage. Reports say spies in Cleveland and Pittsburg pass information abroad, with Morriston promising to report to Washington and hold the case until further orders. Large army supplies are reported as being manufactured.
A blast at H. H. Thomas's dynamite plant four miles north of Bay City Michigan damaged the factory and shattered Kaw Kawlin windows. All workers escaped unharmed. Loss undetermined. In San Diego California on June 11 the USS Monterey and Brutus steamed south toward Honolulu and Manila to coal and water before heading out again.
Havana reports American warships bombarded Baiquiri near the railway to Santiago de Cuba. Official advices claim no damage. Baiquiri mining area partly under American control. Palace denial of bombardment of Santiago fortifications. London notes Madrid revolt rumor unconfirmed and Carlist movement toward Brussels conference.
Early week dispatch boats report a Dolphin shed a train carrying troops near Sigo. The train was wrecked by shots with soldiers injured. London reports Russia threatened by England over Yangtse-Kiang valley as parliament questions possible war actions and China’s consent.
Washington June 13 Official report from Adm Sampson praises Lieut Hobson and his seven man crew for sinking the Merrimac to block the Santiago harbor channel. The dispatch notes Hobson urged the mission, details the plan with collier burial of the wreck, and commends Hobson and his men as gallant beyond compare.
A Washington Star item recalls a humorous real life tale of a gentle girl who agrees to marry after delaying, then accepts a proposal. The story centers on her cautious responses and the family rationale for securing male presence at home at night.
A quote from the Indianapolis Journal recalls Napoleon allegedly spending lavishly on clothing. The son fears a similar fate, while the father questions the heedlessness of such luxury and the idea of destiny guiding their lives.
The passage mocks the Chinese Flag as a grotesque green dragon on yellow. It touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy to regulate the liver prevent malaria and treat dyspepsia nervousness rheumatism and kidney complaints.
A child repeats his father’s humorous definition of infinitesimal as a watering place bathing suit. The exchange appears in the Richmond Dispatch as a joke illustrating a mix of misheard word meanings.
The Omaha Exposition of 1898 is described as far superior to Philadelphia’s 1876 centennial Exposition and as next in importance to the World's Fair. It invites nationwide interest, especially from Trans-Mississippi states, with visitors urged to travel to Omaha from June through October. Chicago Great Western lines offer excursion tickets, and a 2-cent stamp yields an illustrated folder mailed from Chicago.
A playful exchange unfolds with Miss Mattinay and Mr Sparkle the comic writer. They joke over a witty line attributed to Sparkle and reference a recent printed quip causing lighthearted banter. Moonshine is mentioned as part of the chat.
Advertised as a coffee substitute Grain-O is described as delicious agrotizing and nourishing. It purports to aid digestion strengthen nerves and be a health builder not a stimulant suitable for both children and adults with a price around 3 times coffee at 15 and 25 cents.
A witty exchange in the Indianapolis Journal weighs whether a new proprietor should hang a sign noting a change of heads rather than hands. The dialogue contrasts continuity of staff with the appearance of new ownership.
The quote notes that the traits bolstering a sense of personal superiority also mark us as inferior to our acquaintances. It reflects on ego and perception, warning against judging others by our own standards.
A brief note from the New York Journal and Los Angeles Bulletin hints at allure and timing in romance. The quivering voice is said to captivate her lover, while a whimsical moon reference adds a playful tone to the social snippet.
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