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Newspaper
Carthage Record
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1898
Page
5
A promotional note claims nine tenths of illness stems from the stomach and urges keeping Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin in every home to save time and money. It lists bottle prices 10c 50c and $1.00 at Coffin's Drug Store.
A reader reports convalescent soldiers aboard transports lacked proper rations claiming porridge beef stew and tea. A naval inquiry head is accused of fabrication. Commander Phillip questions Wainwright board findings. A Dr Seaman defends himself denying reporter’s tale and admits mismanagement. Truth slowly asserts itself against falsehoods.
The piece extols the Republican party for carrying the flag through four wars and into peace, Alaska, Hawaii, Cuba, Puerto Rico and the Philippines, linking Americanism with peace and prosperity while contrasting with Democrats. It concludes with an advertisement for job printing and drawing pads.
A Republican circular letter to voters argues the coming election as pivotal for national honor and victory in war. It urges precinct organization and house to house canvassing to mobilize supporters, stressing pride in the flag, army, navy, and McKinley administration.
Indiana industrial leaders and workers report rising wages and employment under McKinley, with wages up and capital investment steady. Manufacturers cite increased orders and optimism, noting a shift from Cleveland-era hardship to confident demand and full employment in several plants.
Hon. William Vanamee, from the New York Democratic state convention, declares he will vote for the Republican candidate for congress, arguing a Democratic majority would hamper President McKinley’s foreign policy and the nation’s last year of term. The piece reflects Republican themes of peace, duty, and national greatness amid wartime contexts.
President McKinley extols national wealth lands industries and wartime unity in a Red Oak address. He praises soldiers and invokes past victories while urging continued patriotism until war settlements are secured. He taunts Democrats over access to Pacific gains and party loyalty.
The piece lampoons critics of President McKinney, accusing the Democratic party of dimming glory and obstructing national service. It questions who belittles American youth and harms the navy and army, contending the Democratic party sows discontent and darkens republican councils.
The piece attacks Democrats for seeking a congressional majority to defeat McKinley era gains and criticizes their tactics on war management. It highlights Indiana's Marion county as the key battleground and names Tom Taggart Leon Bailey David Turzie Sam Morss John Kernorsley as Indianapolis figures shaping the governor and senate seats. The author accuses Democrats of hiding behind wartime claims and warns of a bias toward Indianapolis leaders.
President McKinley calls for lasting national unity amid the war effort, urging Americans to set aside domestic differences while resolving international justice concerns. The report also notes a local fashion highlight at Nixon & Gottlieba featuring a stylish fall and winter line.
Secretary of Agriculture Wil son outlines the Dingley tariff's effects on farm products with figures for 1897 and 1898 showing rises in exports and declines in key imports. He cites August export gains and eight month totals, notes silk production growth since 1880, and contrasts domestic manufacturing with imported silk. The piece ends with a humorous exchange about a former boss in a Chicago newsroom.
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