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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1904
Page
2
The free traders claim protective tariffs harm farmers though competition among manufacturers prevents lasting monopolies. Independent firms erode trusts by adding price pressure, as seen with steel where initial control near 90 percent fell to broad competition within two years. Regardless of theory, the practical result remains increased competition in manufactured goods.
Across the state towns raise what they call factory funds to attract factories. The funds promise payments to manufacturers for locating in the city, benefiting real estate holders and local businessmen who anticipate increased income. Adjacent farmland and gardeners face ongoing changes as municipalities pursue economic growth.
A fragmented excerpt argues factories create demand for all goods, supporting why farmers and workingmen buy necessities. It asserts factories sustain markets and ties this to Republican protection principles.
An Englishman born in the tree trade church rejects theories and demands the real state of the people. He previously adhered to tree trade creed and conservative beliefs but, observing conditions under protection, he becomes a thoroughgoing protectionist.
The passage argues that McKinley Blaine and other Republican leaders did not advocate reciprocity for competitive exports. It says reciprocity, as urged by the party, applies solely to non-competitive products that cannot harm domestic industries. It contends wholesale reciprocity would damage domestic production if applied to competitive goods.
The speaker argues the St Louis platform and the Democratic party lack clear policies and fail to support individual success. The government is accused of tearing down rather than building, with a call for both Democratic factions to learn this lesson.
The New Orleans Picayune argues that a decisive leader and clear policy are needed for the Democratic party, noting ambiguity about which party is meant, but implying both factions face the same gap and urgency.
The article notes tariff reformers arguing that protective tariffs hinder foreign trade and condemn the Dingley law, yet observes that the country’s exports continue to rise, indicating ongoing growth despite protectionist arguments.
A brief editorial remark notes that damaging any business affects others and urges deconstruction advocates to recognize this basic fact in their campaigns.
In a Philadelphia Ledger tale a boy named Jack neglects geography and arithmetic for hockey and marbles. Monthly reports dip as winter worsens, his parents fret, bribe, and threaten, yet Jack’s focus stays on sports and skating. He laments not scoring 100 percent until a classmate’s 100 inspires a fleeting near miss.
A French member questions what a polar bear does and learns the animal sits on the ice and eats fish. He objects, saying I was appointed to act as polar bear to the funeral, and refuses to accept the role, causing a lodge moment cited by the Atlanta Journal.
A pair of socks that failed to fit Willie prompts a humorous exchange. One character recalls returning the socks while recounting an encounter with the odious Jim Cramp ton, who teases about keeping them two weeks and urges more frequent changes.
A collage of clipped quotations and jokes from old papers. Notes on a visitor fearing electric light and a man insisting on not smashing a lamp. A dentist jokes about engagement terms as a charge for his time. A quip on a book’s one good feature ends with a dry verdict.
Advertises Chamberlain's Pain Balm as an antiseptic healing aid for injuries and burns. Claims surgery advances expedite healing to one third of old times and reduce pain. Sold by J. Ll. McCarty & Son.
Guidance on choosing routes via the Big Four and Biz Four lines to St Louis, detailing ticket classes like seven day coach and sixty day passes, plus advice to book hotels early. It urges visiting the exposition fully, and directs readers to contact Warren J. Lynch, General Passenger Agent in Cincinnati, for detailed information.
Mr J W Turner of Trehart Virginia praises Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets saying they did more good than any doctor could. The ad notes the medicine treats stomach troubles billiousness and constipation and is sold by J L McCarty and Son.
A humorous exchange described as a landlady agrees to take a guest in advance. The snippet captures a dialog style from the New York Evening Journal with a witty, era voice. The brief item highlights social satire and domestic lodging.
The Friends church group plans a Saturday event in the former Record room, serving ice cream and cake in the afternoon and evening on June 18. An invitation is extended to all residents to attend.
A plumber named Dipes sits in deep meditation with a contented smile. He jokes about building air and plumbing dreams, claiming he is plumbing them rather than merely imagining them, as noted by a judge.
The Advertising World invites advertisers to request a free sample issue or a four month trial for ten cents. Published monthly in Columbus Ohio, it promises information plans suggestions and ideas for advertisers across 24 to 52 pages.
Coachella Cal resident St White says a local doctor sued him for twelve fifty in a cholera morbus case. He claims the physician praised his skill while refusing under oath to deny using Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, a Letter remedy not suitable for such illness. The product is sold by J H McCarty and Son.
Mr George K Babcock of North Plain Connecticut was thrown from a wagon and severely bruised. He used Chamberlain's Pain Balm freely and praises it as the best poultice he has tried. The article claims Pain Balm quickly cures sprains and bruises, sold by J H McCarty Son.
Davie Bante writes that after years of asthma and trying many remedies he found immediate relief from Evie's Honey and Tar. He recommends it to all and notes it is sold by J.H. in his area. He thanks physicians in New York and other places for ideas but credits the honey and tar solution.
An advertisement urges prompt kidney care during the summer, attributing irregularities to drinking or being on a road. It promotes Foley's Kidney Cure and lists H. McCarty & Son as sellers.
For sale a full blood Durce Jersey hog eligible for breeding, offered by J. L. Tribby.
Robert R Watts of Salem Missouri writes of five year kidney disease suffering loss of flesh and poor health. After trying many remedies he used Foley's Kidney Cure and in under two bottles he was completely cured and sound. Sold by J H Mc Carty and Son.
An advertisement for Hugh’s Poultry Powder guarantees to cure gaps and cholera in poultry or offers a full refund. Sold by J. TH. Mectarty & Son.
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