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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1889
Page
4
The Daily News reports a quirky season opener with guests and fashion quips while police court notes show Margaret E Premmer arrested for street clearing offenses and fined 350 dollars, and El Garris fined 250 dollars for the same charge.
The article touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as highly beneficial now for purifying and enriching the blood, improving appetite, and boosting overall health. It also mentions an advertised improved method to prevent skippers with stronger paper meat sacks, sold by general merchants at 3, 4, and 5 cents.
The Haegerstown News notes police enforcement of the ordinance against disorderly street crowds. Benner arrests several young men for failing to disperse after orders, with fines of three dollars plus costs. The piece hopes the effort continues to clear crowds and boisterous language from sidewalks. It also includes a Peach Yellows bulletin remarking on the disease’s maps and regional impact on orchards and potential economic losses.
The crop report notes delayed wheat seeding in the Middle States due to autumn drought and later favorable conditions in both the Middle and South. California saw winter rains followed by a mild season. germination and growth were strong in most areas. Rye is in good shape at 93.9, and farm animals are in high condition after a mild winter.
An old advertisement touts Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets for dyspepsia constipation and indigestion claiming to cure the worst forms of discomfort. Sold at 25 and 50 cents by J A Williamson, druggist in the local market.
The Doubs Aic Society met at 7 30 pm with hymn, prayer, roll call, and a 10 minute address by president C Burch on culture. A varied program followed with readings, essays, and singing. Edna Beth Boost died aged two at home on East Sixth Street and funeral set for 3 pm at Murgliver cemetery. Hancock mourns Samuel Curtis Crown, 56, former clerk and postmaster, who died of consumption after long illness. survived by his wife and five children, with funeral last Sunday.
A fragmented report discusses clothing costs and supply factors in the United States, noting price benchmarks around ten dollars and two other price points. It mentions mercer blocks and a broader context of economic supply lines affecting garments and mercantile activity amid uncertain domestic conditions.
An advocate of Healthy Great Acker's Blood Elizir claims it guards blood and skin diseases. The product is said to be superior to all rivals and is guaranteed by J. A. Williamson, a local druggist, who distributes it.
The article surveys spring wear featuring suede and dyed gloves in browns oranges and grays, with seafoam, rose, and bronze tones. It highlights embossed lace dresses, Empire neck scarves, black lace outfits, and jeweled accessories, noting India and French wool fashions, new cape and hat silhouettes, and evolving evening wear with ribbon bands and Grecian influences.
Acker's Bloo Elixir is advertised as a superior blood remedy for all blood disorders. It is guaranteed and sold by J. A. Williamson, a local druggist, with free samples available. Also promoted is Electric Paste Stove Polish that leaves no dust and cleans carpets and furniture.
A long, period voice describes Mrs. Brown organizing a tidy home with labeled storage for gloves, mittens, boots, and hats, plus a shoe materials bag and mild household tools. It contrasts orderly discipline with parental example, urging parents to demonstrate proper conduct and manners through daily actions.
A long extract describes gender birth differences and longevity, noting more boys born yet women outlive men. It cites centenarians, state patterns, and regional shifts from New England to the West, with figures by city and county and a reflection on color blindness data.
The Pennsylvania Senate fixes a date for adjournment with a May deadline substituted for April 23 after committee action. Proposals, amendments, and discussions touch on corporation taxes, employer liability, and electoral reform measures received from the assembly. The record notes various motions, reversals, and ongoing legislative activity as the session continues toward concluding actions.
Report details alleged theft of Mrs Nell’s will and forged notes. Casher Pratt, named as administrator, is accused of coercing signatures for $5,000 and $5,? thousand notes. Bank officials and directors refuse comment as investigators seek truth behind the missing funds and forged documents amid claims of undue influence and misused power of attorney. Weather across the region shows northerly temperatures.
An 1880s style ad copy urges readers to choose Dr Acker English pills over common pills for headaches and liver complaints claiming positive cures. It cites pricing and retail by J A Williamson and mentions a salve for cat sores and skin issues sold by Jeses Fo Geprcee with a money back guarantee If unsatisfied.
Suffering from kidney liver or stomach troubles readers hear that Electric Bitters restore health. The ad claims many praise the remedy as a great alterative tonic. Available at Joseph B. Garrot’s drug store in bottles priced 50 cents and 1 dollar.
An early 20th century style advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs colds and lung ailments. It offers a free sample bottle and a purchase guarantee via Joseph B Garrett’s Drug Store stating relief or refund. Large bottles priced at 50 cents and 1 dollar.
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