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Newspaper
Mooresville Guide
Location
Mooresville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1898
Page
6
The article argues that if war breaks out with Spain it could spur major advances in electrical science. It notes early war use of electricity limited to torpedoes and mines, and predicts Edison and Tesla might push dynamos storage batteries and searchlights for offense or defense, unless the conflict ends quickly.
A reported consumption cure from San Francisco uses Ryoadermic injections of beractic acid. Trials describe a pent oxide of berm formula with oxygen boron and hydrogen given hypodermically, but warn the acid was previously deemed fatal and should only be used under physician supervision.
February consular reports describe phylloxerol a new disinfectant for grapevines from Versoix Switzerland. Dispersed as ten ounces in soil near vines in fall or spring it acts as fertilizer and parasite killer restoring health to distressed plants and protecting crops like potatoes and trees.
The trading stamp idea has reached Indiana and is seen as lasting, while other states report mixed results. Legislation in Virginia and Massachusetts suggests tightening controls, with laws taking effect soon. Merchants and customers weigh benefits against distortions in normal trade and redemption schemes.
An article cites a German firm selling artificially produced indigo and other chemicals, profitable amid long-standing imitation dyes. It notes artificial indigo's commercial viability, ongoing monopoly of alkaloids in medicine, and new perfumes and violet essence developments.
The article notes U S crop yields near 786.6 million bushels and forecasts record acreage for sowing benefiting wheat output. It discusses potential exports from South countries and contrasts last year’s lack of importers. It mentions futures prices for May July and September December and a cautious view on stock levels and price movement.
Dr. Talmage portrays Stephen’s martyrdom from Acts as a lesson for Christians. He describes Stephen’s stone death, his two prayers, and his serene trust that Jesus will receive his spirit. The sermon urges believers to endure persecution with faith and hope of heaven.
The speaker laments ongoing troubles and fears poverty but envisions Christ’s coming bringing peace. The text evokes relief from rents and hardship, contrasting earthly struggle with a final, blessed rest in Jesus. It closes with a hymnlike tribute to Stephen’s peaceful sleep in faith.
The article notes Canadians pursuing a share of the coming sugar beet industry. It cites varied global trade points from U S exports surpassing France and English reliance on American-made electrical appliances to a booming Pacific coast flecked by fabled eel skin commerce and a British push to promote goods in South America.
A satirical roundup shows varied factions from undertakers to clergy urging different wartime stances. Bankers back indemnity bills while the standing army favors tough measures against Spain. Seaboard citizens push coastal defenses. carpenters and plumbers express readiness for respective wartime roles. Local astronomers predict Spain will “see stars” as Signal Service anticipates war clouds.
A fragmented column offers blunt advice about relationships with men. It notes there are letter drop boxes nearby and warns about traditional power dynamics. The text suggests gloves and sparing lines as metaphors and emphasizes clear, prompt responses.
A fragmentary exchange mentions a child advised by a mother to sit on a chair to cover a silk hole while a voice from Die Fliegende Blactter frames the dialogue. The text appears as a literary or theatrical line with foreign phrasing and unclear context.
A Bushnell woman Mrs Jacob Weaver aged 56 credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for curing years of feminine illness and fatigue. She testifies to recovery and urges others to try the pills. The item also notes Rheumatic Drops promotions and a French weather forecast claim from the Central Meteorological Office.
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