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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1902
Page
6
The Frederick Daily News delivers via carriers or mail in the United States. Subscriptions are 140 for four months or 1.30 in advance yearly. The Weekly News offers $1.00 per year in advance with mail and carrier delivery options. Advertising and correspondence should be directed to THE NEWS, Frederick, Md.
A brief note says the tax levy bill could pass swiftly as the extra session looms. It mentions an item of expenses at 59000 for mileage and reports travels on passes, with other outlays and comments on Maryland agricultural statistics and regional county comparisons.
The article notes Frederick county spent less on fertilizers than neighboring Baltimore county by 128000 while balancing production value. After deducting production cost differences, Baltimore county shows a balance of 1026215 in favor of modern farm systems and intensive cultivation. The bulletin omits full statistics on natural resources, but Frederick County is claimed to lead in Maryland and rank highly nationwide.
A Baltimore Herald note argues tariffs harm foreign sales advantages and questions protectionist policies. It critiques UK naval limits activity and mocks Navy officials, praising Crowninshield as a symbol of bureaucratic prowess in the department.
A collage of humorous snippets from era cartoons and wit. Jests include a war Bible quip about life saved, a pun about a genius poet who sells verse, and light exchanges about preserves, needles, coffee as a slow poison, and a bowling alley job.
Washington Star notes favored support for post check bills in Congress as a safer, local alternative to cash in mail. The plan turns government notes into checks by stamp, initials, and payee signature, reducing circulation of circulating notes and improving security.
Mira Sarah Sands, stated as the oldest white resident with glasses, celebrated her 17th birthday on March 6 in Annapolis. The text notes her habit of reading daily papers, discussing her good health and lively spirit, while describing her as a long-time inhabitant of the town.
A quirky remark about settling small bills with postage stamps highlighting a practice seen as unusual. The note points to the growing habit of using stamps instead of coins or notes in everyday transactions.
A fragment from The Boston Transcript offers poems of longing and memory, contrasting celestial search with earthly past, and a miniature about a girl from bygone days. The piece evokes unattainable love, dreamlike corridors of stars, and reflections on youth and lost romance.
Obituaries report Mrs. Sarah J R Kline aged 63 died at granddaughter s home near High Nob after Bright s disease four sons and one daughter survive funeral at home Saturday by Rev A W Philhower interment Reformed cemetery Middletown. Mr Howard Gilbert died March 31 at Wolfsville area after lingering illness aged in 50s funeral from German Baptist church Grosantokle s conducted by Elders J M Bussard and C F Rusherman interment graveyard. Mrs Daisy May Warner died March 29 at 26 organist for Lutheran and Reformed congregations funeral Monday Rev J V Asper. Mr Thomas Shilling Brunswick resident died recently after weeks with dropsy aged about 62 funeral Tuesday in M B church Rev J M Gillum. interment old burying ground.
Funeral services were held at 6:00 AM in the Novitiate chapel conducted by Rev Father O Rourke. Burial followed at St Johns Cemetery with F Schroeder acting as funeral guardian. Napoleon S Welsh to be brought from Baltimore Monday at 4 PM for services at the B and O depot and interment at Mt Olivet cemetery.
Chance at Park Hotel, EE Steele of Carlisle Pennsylvania negotiates to buy the Perceval property used by Mr M Hoy for the Park Hotel. Steele plans to lease the building and run the hotel with about 418 of trade, aiming for economical operations. Printers ink is noted as the only fertilizer for the beet grade.
The market opens early with a calm morning as supply lists emerge. Eggs at 18 cents a dozen, butter 25 cents a pound, poultry 25 to 40 cents a piece, and a wide range of fruits vegetables and fish with varying per unit and per pound prices.
Announcement that the new comedy opera King Dodo will tour to Baltimore next week. The piece by Frank Pirley and Gustave Luders features a full original company, 80 performers, an elite orchestra, 300 costumes, and a semi tropical setting with exuberant lyrics and witty dialogue. Cast includes Raymond Hitchcock Cheridan Simpson Louise Montrore Oliver T. Holden Crets Ruasey Elsa Ryen Arthur Wolley and Charles W. Moyer.
Mr. Georges W. Gaver, a retired farmer, was elected to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Edward L. Coblentz. The change occurs at Middletown Valley Savings Bank with H Harper noted in relation to the “Gold Model” whisker of the world, referencing Paris 1900 Chicago 1893 New Orleans and other scattered details.
The week’s market activity was dull with money rates easing. Seaboard and Atlantic Coast Line bonds attracted steady interest while Western Maryland, Electric Light and various railroad securities showed notable moves. Bradstreet’s reports stronger business conditions, growing trade, wage gains, and rising building demand with 176 failures, bank clearings near 1.964 billion dollars for the week, and cotton and wheat market notes across regions.
The three act musical comedy by Wilfred Clarks known for Oh Susanah will open soon at the City Opera House. Manager Rhodes calls the booking fortunate and rare for a one night era during a season nearly sold out in major cities. The engagement signals the companys strength.
The Frederick Business Men Association met in City Hall last night to discuss rail infrastructure and mail service. A Pennsylvania Railroad letter said no new freight warehouse or passenger depot would be built now, and a mail carrier will not be appointed until fall due to departmental delays. The group also planned a topographic survey, outfitting a room for meetings, and considered criticism of mail facilities.
A late afternoon April 2 wedding joined Barold Kingsley and Osrrie May Crawford at Mr H O Weeks residence in Washington DC with only immediate family present due to mourning. The couple will reside in Gaithersburg after the ceremony conducted by Rev Dr Clark.
The Masonic Temple lodge rooms on the third and second floors are set for occupancy by Jacques de Malay Commandery No 4 Knights of Pythias and Eastern Star. The main room features blue and white decor with gilt accents, blue radiators, a new carpet, and handsome ante rooms. The Knights of Pythias will use the second floor room, with Napier matting red velvet stations and damask curtains, plus an organ and desk. The Eastern Star will meet the first and third Fridays. Knights of Pythias will meet Mondays.
Insurance State ment showing the condition of the Westchester Fire Insurance Company of New York as of December 31, 1901. Total income 2,259,620.52. total expenditures 1,970,156.65. Admitted assets 3,193,178.35. Surplus and premiums figures appear with notes on bonds stocks real estate cash and uncollected premiums. Maryland Insurance Department certification dated January 1302 by Insurance Commissioner Wilkinson.
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