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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1898
Page
8
The New Orleans Times discusses sound phenomena and how slight architectural changes alter acoustics. It notes bells in the city and at sea, where listeners hear them differently by wind and distance, affecting wreck explanations and the city clock’s tones reaching nearby blocks.
A strange black fluid lake near the Los River region in southern California is described as a lake of ink. It sits about halfway from a volcano, coats the surface with ash, and is nonpoisonous as a dye. Cotton goods soak and stay colored for months. the fluid’s composition remains unknown and its source undetermined.
An Italian peasant with a semidetached cottage shows pride in a small home. The 2 room dwelling has a ground kitchen, a stair to a upper room, two large parents rooms, a walnut wood sideboard, and a chest for clothes. Daughters cultivate a small plot and borrow land to sow and harvest, rivaling English cottages in frugal upkeep.
A quirky notice describes how a tiny republic near Italy offers titles on payment of a fee. Proceeds fund the state asylum, and buyers gain a sense of charity and civic favor.
A fragment reports a legendary pheasant in the mountains between Uam and Loas. It notes the bird’s prized plume sought by mandarins for headgear, values a skin at $400, and mentions the bird’s death in captivity, per the New York Journal.
A reader and an editor discuss a radio account of a captain's death, noting no mention that the news came as a shock to his friends. The exchange shows skepticism about the report's framing and accuracy.
The report lists various adulterants detected in beer including cocculus indicus capsicum ginger quassia wormwood calamus coriander seeds copperas sulphuric acid cream of tartar flow carbonate of potash ground oyster shells puer vomica piestoum and Mezcbpineg.
In Notes and Queries a long discussion clears up the word palfrey found in Dr Johnson’s journal. It is defined as a young horse, but here it refers to young cabbages or early pomfrey in Scotland and north Ireland, a culinary term rather than an animal. The note suggests Johnson learned the term from Boswell or a Scottish contact.
In Cornhill Magazine a clutch of Ninety third highlanders stand firm as Russian horsemen close in. Sir Colin Campbell orders no retreat and vows death in place. Campbell notes Shadwell’s capable handling while directing a counter volley that thwarts the cavalry.
Alabama farmer M. P. Le Grand says enslaved workers prosper when tenants replace mules with oxen to work cotton. The system yields prompt rent payments, while the ox prevents idleness and detours to distant events. The piece cites the New York Tribune for context on race and labor.
A medical authority states that lack of lime in the system affects children and the elderly. Hard water supplies lime aiding teeth and bones, while soft water may spare some ills but risk others. Yellow turnip and beets are noted as valuable foods to provide lime, with weekly servings suggested for children.
A dialogue excerpt reveals a suitor asking love while the partner demands independence and control over money and movement, highlighting tensions between affection and autonomy in marriage expectations. The Boston Transcript style is quoted in the source.
A physician condemns talking to an invalid about pain. He had a mother mark a stroke on paper each time she asked her sick daughter how she was. She drew 109 strokes the next day. A three months’ visit away was prescribed. The sea surface is estimated at 150 million square miles, globe total 197 million, depth four miles. Old Norman dialect remains in the Channel Islands.
Local agent promotes Chloro Naptholeum as the best known treatment for hog cholera. Professor W A Het Dean of Madison Wisconsin, with thirty years breeding Shires, advises against drugs and suggests keeping the house and pen clean. The remedy, sold at Hill's drug store for 1.50 per gallon, claimed effective when mixed with 100 parts. Charles F Bintdll
Attorney at law Dr J A Sipe based in Carthage Indiana maintains his office on the Johnson and Bros block at the corner of Main and Mill streets. He offers legal services across state and federal courts with operations in Rushville Indiana and over Bliss Clothing Store.
Auction notice for the estate of Jane W deceased in Rush County Indiana three miles west of Carthage on Tuesday December 13 1898. Personal property includes household furniture horse buggy 375 bushels of corn 75 bushels of wheat fry 5 steers 5 cows 2 calves 1 Shog bail and other items. Terms: $5 or more cash. balance in one year with approved freehold security. W Pusey auctioneer.
A promotional notice urges immediate eye checkups for headaches blurred vision and eye strain. W M Edwards Optician Knightstown Indiana offers free eye examinations and urges readers not to delay in seeking help for potential vision issues.
A Chicago based firm advertises for one woman in each town to perform about half a day's work. The offer states steady, liberal pay and labels the opportunity a business proposition from The Bag Supply Co located at 260 State Street, Chicago.
From Beefron New Zealand Nov. 23 I report the sale of Chamberlain s Cough Remedy has grown significantly. I have sold more of this remedy in recent years than all other makes combined and have received many reports of relief from users. For sale by O S Coffin & Co.
Fragmentary tribute mentions women as stars on earth and assigns heavenly stars including Jim Riley and references to Mark Twain and cigars. The readable lines present a poetic, commemorative tone with unclear full context and several garbled names.
The excerpt recalls Charles Reade’s use of sly euphemisms and misreadings in his letters and writings. It notes critiques by John Coleman over the phrase “go the whole hog,” deemed strong but not Scriptural, and references Reade’s reviews of Old TV characters and other literary quips.
Allen W. Newseum and wife transfer to Nathan Ford property in Carthage, $1 250. Nathan C. Binford and wife transfer to Allen W. Newsom lots 18 19 and 20 in Hen ry and Wm P Henley’s addition to Carthage for $4000.
A horse is offered for sale along with a buggy harness and a coal heater in Chase Binford. The notice lists sale items and contact details for interested buyers.
Notice states JR Rakestraw denies rumors of leaving Carthage and confirms permanent location, inviting locals to inspect his Christmas goods offered at low prices. He highlights quality, affordable merchandise and welcomes visits.
In 1885 Thomas McIntosh of Allentown Tennessee suffered chronic dysentery after illness. He sought East Tennessee doctors but found no cure until taking Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. After about twelve bottles he was cured and well. For sale by O S Coffin & Co.
The Chicago Record notes a lengthy deposit routine with multiple clerks and steps from window submission to receipt, mentored by a chain of signoffs before funds are finally counted and entered. The piece cites an archaic process contrasted with a pension provision in New Zealand for long service.
A shop clerk recalls an old dragoon pistol that exploded while a hammer was tested. The percussion cap, long unused, apparently fired when the hammer was raised, shattering a packing case and prompting warnings about unloading weapons.
J M Stevens and J A Titsworth of Stevens and Titsworth announce a weekly office session in Carthage every Thursday in association with Dr Sipe, inviting clients to consult for legal matters in their gay office arrangement.
George W Osbrone abstracts of title loans and insurance in possession of the Sexton Sparks abstract books Rush County office in the new courthouse west entrance first door to the right.
A local physician and surgeon advertises prompt attendance to all calls with special attention to eye ear nose and throat diseases. Glasses adjusted for refractive errors and failing sight with satisfaction guaranteed. Office located over R E Henley s Store.
A friend of the late Dr William Pepper of Philadelphia describes his remarkable ability to nap instantly. He could fall asleep in ten minutes or less anywhere from his office to his carriage or train, waking refreshed to resume conversations with patients.
In memoirs Sir M EB Grant Duff cites a clergyman recounting Hallam going to Richmond to be godfather to Tennyson's eldest son. When asked the child’s name the poet suggested Alfred, while Hallam proposed a surname as a Christian name. He warned that a fool might result.
Binford Block Greenfield Indiana features a local agent specializing in farm loans. The ad highlights tailored financial services for farmers, including loan guidance, application support, and competitive terms. Contact details appear in the listing.
Guffin and Watson Attorneys at Law Rushville Indiana announce office hours at Ruth and Main streets with a notary public on site. Special attention given to probate and collection matters.
Rushville Indiana outlines an eye care ad focusing on throat treatment? No. The notice highlights spectacles adjusted for refraction errors and failing sight. Office listed as first building south of post office upstairs.
A dinner party tale relates a young gentleman who talked golf all through the meal while a quiet partner listened. He apologizes at dessert, asking in mock distress if she minds the golf talk. Her polite reply, Oh no, not at all, ends the exchange with a playful note.
A youth asks a young lady to dance in her mother's presence. The mother rebukes him, saying she is keeping herself cool for the Earl of Clanfurly. The exchange is recounted as a witty social moment from a viceregal ball setting in Ireland.
A vivid anecdote of Lord Beaconsfield responding to a dinner invitation during the eastern question crisis. When asked what he was waiting for he quips that he awaits mutton and potatoes, illustrating his sly wit. The brief tale highlights Disraeli's sharp humor in a tense imperial moment.
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