04 Apr 1891
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Newspaper
Frostburg Mining Journal
Location
Frostburg, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1891
Page
2
In Frostburg Maryland the Milk in the Cocoanut column analyzes the Water Board crisis, questioning the competence of officials, urging voters to reject old water works allies, and warning that a corporate ticket seeks to retain the system at high cost. It cites critics Myron W. Reed and B. T. Schofield, contrasts with the Frostburg Ledger, and presses for reform in municipal election practices and governance.
The Journal warns Frostburg residents to vote next Monday on whether to compel the town to buy the old water works. It argues there is no current necessity and urges keeping control to avoid overpayment, asserting the old works interest should not influence council decisions.
The Journal says a group of responsible men can form a syndicate to take the new water works and all liabilities from the town, running expenses, interest and principal for 25 years, then hand the works back free of encumbrances. The town only needs to finish the works and connections. If tired of the investment, this offers a chance to shed it. No charge for this editorial advertisement.
The Ledger questions this evening’s primary convention and hints at turmoil over nominations. It compares current uncertainty to the Water Board’s past failures in water works, asking who holds influence through Frostburg Ledger stock and whether endorsements mark a broader power shift. Voters are urged to scrutinize potential hidden motives before casting ballots.
The Lonaconing Star and the Journal spar over references to mudslinging and insult, with the Star defending its terms and the Journal claiming bias. It suggests voters judge candidates Jones and Haverstick, or choose those unaffiliated with old water works factions, while noting Water Board plans and Frostburg politics.
Correspondence from the Mining Journal extols Frostburg Maryland as a cool summer retreat with clean water mountain scenery and easy access from major cities yet laments a nightly nuisance. Hundreds of cows with bells in town disturb sleep, especially for insomniacs, with eight cows on one street at a time. Citizens petition the Council to curb the cows amid disputes over pasture rights. A council member proposes an ordinance restricting cow freedom to protect residents and the town’s reputation.
Hugh Blain 63, a Lonaconing citizen, killed by a top coal fall at Kingsland mine of Maryland Coal Company Monday morning. A jury found no one to blame. Richard Hendley, estimable miner, died at Hoffman mine when cars broke away on the slope as he returned from work. Funeral to be led by Knights of Pythias. Peter Kisel, 14, died April 1 at Consolidation mines from head injuries after a fall prop accident months earlier.
A Lime Kiln club meeting features a fiery debate on capital punishment. The committee concludes hanging fails to deter murder and proposes humane, slower methods and a lengthy funeral procession. Arbor Day is noted for Wednesday, and Pennsylvania troubles worsen daily.
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