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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1901
Page
4
An independent Frederick newspaper issue includes subscription details and a weather and fashion column. It notes Supreme Court bail denial for Captain Oberlin Carter, discusses Chinese sentiment, and praises local governance while predicting the summer fashion shift toward shirt waists for men with coats optional.
The Baltimore American and Baltimore Sun discuss the canal case argued in Hagerstown on Saturday. Trustees seek a further continuance to hold the canal as a waterway for coal transport with aims to repay the state. If trustees act in good faith, the issue is about maintaining transport and potential coal trust formation and curb of competition by the railroad.
A collage of quips and misprints from early 20th century papers. Snippets include matrimonial offers, shirtwaist debates for letter carriers, fortune telling in jest, and lecture mishaps. A humorous cross-section of society’s foibles and wordplay from multiple publications.
Contemporary comment urges sober view of war after analyzing the new British budget figures. A Cumberland News note reports no fatalities among recent smallpox cases in the region, aiming to ease public alarm.
A Cleveland Leader excerpt argues Congress should enact universal marriage and divorce laws. The Supreme Court rulings on the validity of interstate divorces highlight legal inconsistencies across New York Kentucky Pennsylvania and North Dakota. The piece insists a uniform national contract and consistent divorce grounds would curb legal chaos and restore national dignity.
From the New Orleans Picayune the piece argues charity should rescue youths of both sexes from immoral surroundings to raise them in virtue and industry. It also condemns habitual male idlers to workhouses, noting many leaders began as poor boys with character and honesty who earned success through diligence and reliability.
The piece Autum n by John W Alexander receives the principal prize at the Society of American Artists exhibition. Alexander, a Paris acclaimed Littl Durg figure, has built prestige through major industry and opera ventures. The article urges stockholders to demand high character and managers to rise from humble starts to lead large enterprises.
A two-poem item presents verses by Henny Wax Dyke and Tine M. Siremas. Dyke’s piece laments pride as the false prize of schooling, while Siremas envisions spring’s arrival transforming towns, streets, and hearts with vivid floral imagery.
Dr Walter C Browning of Philadelphia claims 190000 for attendance on late Senator O L Magee of Pittsburgh. He states ordinary rates are 20 dollars an hour in office and 40 outside. Magee allegedly increased fees to 80 per hour and kept him days and nights. He recounts a 600000 estate and a separate 190000 bill while noting a New York client offered 20000000 for similar service.
Governor Stone signed a bill allowing owners or lessees to kill rabbits on enclosed premises year round for protection, effectively reducing rabbit protections. Critics say nonowners can’t be proven, enabling indiscriminate hunting, backed by farming districts and Representative Morrison.
Obituaries report Lewis D. Pusey Marion D. Donkle Captain John E. Wyatt and John J. James deaths at home and in Howard County. Two leprosy cases noted. Convictions for selling liquor without license and a five year penitentiary sentence for bigamy. A child named Harry Young injured by a dynamite cap shows slow recovery. Lectures on foreign travel announced by Rev. Meminger with dates in Utica Mills and Charlesville. Church steps at Evangelical Reformed church undergoing brick support repairs.
A collage of aphorisms and musings on courage, footwear lore, and urban life. Notes mention the County School Commissioners planning sessions, a reference to celestial periods, and a wry line about writers and appearances. Content blends humor with brief, scattered observations.
The African Methodist Episcopal church annual conference begins tomorrow at Asbury church East All Saints street. Sunday services will be in the Opera House. United Brethren church official board meets tonight in the pastor's study. St Pauls Reformed will administer the Lord's Supper at Utica Milla next Sunday April 28 at 10 am with preparatory services Saturday at 2 pm and midweek services Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 7 30. Zion church Charlesville holds regular service next Sunday at 2 30 pm.
Uneasiness spreads through York Pennsylvania labor groups as demands for shorter hours and higher pay grow. Officials warn of a potentially historic strike though few details are known.
Tuesday offers feature children hose at 3 for regular 10¢ value and 25¢ fancy hose with red and purple white figures. Refunds issued if items do not stand washing. claim honesty in business. Also engraving services by Simmons guarantee clean, high art standard work at 27 North Market Street Frederick.
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