War Council in Baltimore Bets on Election Day
Naval Officer Towers and other officials met in Baltimore to discuss the election prospects. They predict Democratic gains in Maryland counties and strong results for Covington, with Ohio and Taft noted as rallying points for 1912. The article cites sources including the New York Herald and Harper’s Weekly, and mentions Maine, New York, and Ohio races, forecasting a Democratic sweep nationally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towers
Internal Revenue
Goldsborough
Jackson
Baltimore
Linc
Thes Magazine
Maine
California
Pine ‘Ree
George R. Malloy
New York
Africa
New York State
John A. Dix
Republican Party
Mainz
Saratoga
Lion Hunter
Harper's Weekly
Ohio
Ewmon
Ohio Voters Restless as Democrats Push Ahead in 1912
An American political analysis notes restlessness among Ohio Republicans amid high living costs and tariff discontent. It cites graft exposure in Columbus, argues state issues blend with national ones, and predicts a Democratic shift tied to Maine’s overturn. It also highlights Woodrow Wilson’s New Jersey bid boosting Democratic gains nationally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckeye
Ohio
Maine
Columbu
Harmon
New Jersey
Woodrow Wilson
Princeton University
Wilson
Walon
Nebraska
Shallenberger
Dahlman
Indiana
Roosevelt
Kern
United States
Reas
Republican Party
National Magazine
Colored postmaster issue sparks crossfire over Dryden
The Wicomico News reprints a contested 1903 interview showing Abraham Lincoln Dryden’s stance on appointing a Negro postmaster in Somerset County. The piece argues Dryden favored Negro postmasters and questions his claim that he thought an applicant, Day, was white. It cites era politics and notes a Baltimore Evening News interview.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wicomico News
Abraham Lincoln Dryden
Congress
Somerset County
Salisbury
Dryden
Andrew Day
Day
Princess Anne
Drycen
Baltimore Evening News
Tilghman's
Quindocqua
Charles ‘Tilghman
Tilghman
Maryland
Wicomica News
White House
United States
Gravelly Branch school forms patrons association
A patrons association was organized at Gravelly Branch school with officers led by president C H Todd and vice president S J Hurst. Other officers include secretary C H Todd treasurer Mattie Trice and Harvey Quillen. The next meeting is set for November 7. Daniel Messer has returned home to New Jersey after visiting his family here. Mr and Mrs Walter How ard have been visiting relatives in Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gravelly Branch School
C. H. Todd
S. J. Hurst
Mattie Trice
Harvey Quillen
Hcld
Daniel Messer
New Jersey
Walter ‘Floward
Philadelphia
Barcain-A Forp Roadster fully equipped and tested
The roadster is described as mechanically perfect with a top speedometer magneto life diaing two extra tubes cut-out full set tools large gas lamps and must be seen to be appreciated Kevin y and Hilp offer viewing and sale details around the advertised model and condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barcain
Keviy & Hilp
Tariff blamed for rising costs and GOP critique drives campaign
Across the nation Republicans face unrest over tariffs and Speaker Cannon and Aldrich influence. Merchants warn higher living costs from tariff policy, while Democrats push unity and voter discontent, with business voices urging rejection of tariff hikes.
Local residents relocate and visit on fall week
Mr. S. M. Liden and family lately resided in Federalsburg have moved to a farm nearby. Hallowe'en sports drew many masqueraders on Monday evening. Miss Pearl Sharp of Queen Anne visits Miss Effa Alford. Mr. Wmn. T. Hignutt and Mr. J. H. Spence are visiting in Glen Rock, Pa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. M. Liden
Federalsburg
Pearl Sharp
Queen Anne
Effa Alford
Wmn. T. Hignutt
J. H. Spence
Glen Rock
Baltimore Sun Flies Over Baltimore With Famous Bird Man
The Baltimore Sun secured Lathan the famed bird man to perform a flight near the city during the aviation meet, offering 600,000 residents a rare chance to witness one of the era’s most daring aviators in action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Baltimore Sun
Lathan
Baltimore
The Nervous Breakdown Perspective
Dr. Jean Williams in Woman's Home Companion discusses nervous breakdowns as the result of long strain. She notes patients often resist relief and blame themselves, while treatment should focus on mental attitude and restoring a healthy physical nervous system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Williams
Dover Merchant and Farmer Manlove Hayes Dies
An aged Dover resident and notable merchant, farmer, and railroad official, Ms. Manlove Hayes, died on Monday. Specifically, he was a prominent figure in Kent County. Delaware Democrats project carrying Kent County by more than four hundred votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manlove Hayes
Dover
Kent County
Delaware
Public Sale of Laura Wisham Farm Personal Property
Authority selling farm personal property on Evans Morgan farm route Chapel Branch to Greensboro. Sale includes two gray mares with foal, herd sow, pigs, poultry, farm implements, wagons, mowers, plows, harnesses, tools, furniture suites, kitchen range, stoves, tables, chairs, and numerous household items. Auction starts 1910 at 10 am with items offered separately then together for best price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura M. Wisham
Evan Morgan
Chapel Branch
Greensboro
Welds
Merry Christmas
Also Mentioned on This Page
Centor Journal
Howard Melvis
Melvin & Johnson, Publishers
Congressiol
Secord
J. Harry Covington
Talnol County
Cecil
Kent
Queen Anne's
Caroline
Talbot
Wicomico
Worcester
Taft
Congression
New York Herald
the Herald
Herald
Wmn. H. Lewis
Boston
Washington
Philadelphia Record
Delaware Y. 0. P
J. H. Nichols & Son
Denton
Ladies’ & Children’s Shoes
Gogerght
Dlou
E Business
Schloss Models
Denmoore
Our Clothing Department
J. H. Nighols & Son
Joseph G. Cannon
House
Nelson W. Aldrich
Senate
Rock Island
Republican House
Moses E. Clapp
Minnesota
House of Representatives
Clothing Trust
Tariff
Weites
Salt Park
Eeneesccoong LO
Skeak
Soaereuceurersi
Coeerersee
Jones
Morton & Company
Saker
Wood
Curtis & Sons
White
Mr. Wood
Mer. Wood
Crothers
Covington
Kirschbaum Mothes
Priestley Cravenette
Sint
J. L. Everngam
Denton, Maryland
Smithville
N. Charles St
Baltimore, Md
Scientific American
T & Implements
Shovels, &Co
Henry R. Lewis
Laura, M. Wishaim
P. Cover
W. S. Wright
Willistor, Md
Arker
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!