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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1906
Page
4
An advertisement extols covert coats, tailored coats, skirts, suits, and washwear with dramatic pricing. It notes strong sales and limited stock, urging readers to act quickly. Local chatter follows about visits, weddings, and health notices, including a recommendation for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Local store Shiveley's and merchants are mentioned along with several residents’ social updates.
New Castle Tribune reports the board of trustees visited the epileptic village farm to prepare for patient reception this year. Johnson of East Haven Hospital may become superintendent as trustees consider using farm houses for patients and whether to spend remaining 200000 on cottages or main office building. Also an ad notes Chamberlains Pain Balm relieves sciatica after 20 years, with a 25c bottle suggested for relief.
Lenore Ayres spoke at the Woman's Club in Koni. Clint Andrews moved to town and occupies Jesse property. Caroline Edgerton and Laura Ward visited Spiceland. Ethel Wright visits Springport sister. Ruby Hale returned to Sulphur Springs home. Frances Thomas and wife preach at Friends church Sunday. Mollie Vaughn returned to Indianapolis. Mrs. William Bundy remains poorly. Several local visits and social chats noted including Sayler Kimbrel and Ogden WCTU gathering at Spiceland with about 28 members and a luncheon. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets recommended. McClain, Carthage pharmacy ad mentions. Biliary attack warning.
Executor of Martha Small deceased will sell at public auction by the undersigned. Auction details follow with date time location and items to be offered as listed in the notice. Potential bidders are urged to review all terms and conditions before bidding.
On Tuesday May 29 1906 at the later residence of the decedent near Carthage Rush County Indiana the personal goods and chattels of the estate will be offered for sale including various items listed in the inventory.
Auction listing outlines terms of sale with cash for sums five dollars and under and credit until December 25 for larger amounts, no interest, contingent on bankable security from the buyer. Items include stock hogs and broad hay in mow and household goods.
David W. Kirkwood executor states availability of fine thrifty strawberry plants of various varieties. Call on B F Stinger, Es[g]ille, Indiana, or leave your order at this office. Prompt delivery. 13-41.
Sabbath gatherings and church activity noted with names including Mrs Will Kirk and pastor Mr Rabb. Neighbors Roy Lyons and James McDonald assist Rollin with corn. Visiting families Duke Perry Steele and others are listed. a minstrel show at the Alhambra draws locals. Bucklen’s Salve praised for a chronic leg sore. sold by Reeves and McClain stores.
Article extols consistent hog market prices at Chicago over six years and argues for upgrading Minnesota swine with bacon-type blood to boost vigor and prolificacy. It discusses regional hog varieties, corn belt conditions, and suggests practical farm practices from Dr. Richard Wood on incubator care and seed beds.
Garden snapshots discuss spring preparation for hardy and annual flowers, soil fertilization formulas with nitrogen phosphoric acid and potash, indoor onion transplants, and seed sowing tips. It covers moisture, soil conditions, radish as an early crop, and parsnip seed freshness and thinning recommendations.
Fletcher M E Church lists Sunday School at 9 20 junior teamuae at 2 30 prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock choir practice Friday at 7. Pastor J T Scull presides.
The notice lists Sunday activities including Bible School at 9 45, Worship service at 11, Junior C E at 2, YF S C B at 6, and a Gospel Mid week Meeting Thursday at 10 am with a Prayer Meeting Thursday at 7 pm. Pastor Chas Whitely extends a welcome.
East Street Christian Church lists Sunday School at 9 30 a m and 7 30 p m on the second and Sundays each month Teachers meeting Monday at 7 p m choir practice Friday at 7 30 p m Pastor M W Foster Also Sunday School at 145 a m every Sunday Preaching 10 30 a m and 7 00 p m on alternate Sundays Prayer Meeting Tuesday evening Pastor F B Eddy
Mount Pleasant A M and preaching schedule listed for Sundays and midweek. Public invites to all services. Carthage Lodge No. 265 meets Tuesday evenings at their hall on East Milletrest. Carthage Camp No. 6348 M W I A meets as called by officers.
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