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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1903
Page
6
A fragmentary London era column references Moon's Phages, J Bet, and 1904 political chatter. It notes Secretary Root's refusal to order a court of inquiry against an unnamed general, and comments on Harrison Hearst dynamics and a mayoral candidacy. The piece mentions press mockery from a Ohio newspaper about political humor.
The Frederick fire department marks a new era with the Junior Fire Company acquiring horses to haul its engine, a response to dwindling volunteer participation. Engineers often faced insufficient help and engines left in streets. horses promise quicker responses and safer operations. Other companies are urged to match this move with public support, especially from property owners wary of higher fire risk.
Contemporary note recalls Eves touring Yellowstone Park with President Roosevelt, highlighting the era’s robust tourism under strong leadership. The item mentions a promising voyage that contrasts with Missouri Race coverage and reflects national interest in travel and promotion of American sites.
A garbled review notes the Oberok weeger reporting from the Baltimore Herald praising Mr. Gorewan as the Democratic nominee. It criticizes the party for lacking improvements in public affairs management per the Hagerstown Herald.
A collage of humorous items including Gladye-So Beatrice marriage notes and a 'plange' rumor, a coal customer quip, betting ethics from the town oracle, a cautious fatherly stance on romance, and a classroom joke about deck division with card suits.
An unsigned Philadelphia Press letter argues women should enforce anti spitting rules, noting health and garment damage. It is followed by a Virginia political survey from the Atlanta Constitution, showing Democrats split over Gorman versus Parker in the 1904 presidential scramble, signaling leadership dynamics within the party.
A compact reflective piece featuring two verses. The first laments wonder and love with a bright world and blue skies tied to affection. The second recalls a sad frame and a boy’s unfulfilled dreams, contrasting past hopes with present longing.
Governor Smith issues notice that applications for pardon have been filed for Charles F. Cramer and George Straweberger, convicted of assault with intent to kill in September 1902. Each was sentenced to two years in the House of Correction. The governor will review the cases for final decision on or after today.
Read about a district free health event promoting kidney awareness with lines on back and kidney health. Visit Clinton E. one Pharmacy on April 27 for more details and guidance on cures.
Miss Bertha Price, student of Miss Upcraft, gave a senior style recital at the Woman's College in April with Bach Prelude, Beethoven Op 10, Mendelssohn songs, Godard Barca and Grieg Sonata. Accompanist violinist W W Osborn, recently named Conservatory faculty, contributed a brilliant performance. Next Friday May 1, Miss Ethel Whitmore will give her graduating recital.
The community eagerly anticipates the annual choral society concert at City Opera House on Friday May 5. Haydn’s Creation and Handel’s Messiah highlight the season with an orchestra featured for the first time. tickets at Yeakle's store, lower floor seventy five and fifty cents, gallery thirty five cents, late gallery twenty five cents. Box sheet opens at Yeakle's on Monday April 27.
A series of brief items includes repainting at the homes of Charles H. Heffner and John A. Bennett on West South Street, a public debate at Rhady's Hall on April 25 between Middletown and Harmony literary societies, and a lighthearted note about fashion follies.
Election set for Monday May 4 nominators include R E Cromwell Geo W Staaf fer Chas G Cramer Jas Z Reddick Dr M J Zuamerman and Nosis D Cram. Three of these to be elected.
A gospel service is planned at 9 15 tomorrow morning at the Y M C A rooms inviting all boys aged 12 to 15. Attendance last Sunday reached 35.
Local notice announces free samples of Dosa's Ointment for itchy piles and eczema available at Clinton E. Main's Pharmacy on Monday April 27th, promising immediate relief and permanent care.
Special Correspondence of Tax News from Brusenia notes Brussels as the Little Paris with grand boulevards and new avenues. It describes canal boats with electric motors, a Brussels hotel museum of relics, kind Belgian courtesy, cheap cigars with free matches, and a grotesque rotating helmeted clock above a church altar provoking mixed reverence.
The article describes Brussels landmarks such as the Palace of Justice and Farmamona Hotel de Valle, with comparisons to Venice and Rome, plus a Baltimore Antiques Sale at the Fourth Regiment Armory. It highlights grand architecture, crowds, and the sale of eight original Chippendale Francis Scott Key chairs amid high bidding and strong receipts.
The article narrates a Parisian street scene with French money and coin markings, then describes a Waterloo field visit showing Napoleon era landmarks and a tall earth pyramid. It covers a New York auction where OC H Pond and Sr Carrier bid fiercely for chairs, with Pond finally winning at $1,000 each, amid crowd cheers. Baltimore buyers paid high prices for curios and antiques.
The notice lists grocery items from eggs to fish with spring prices. It notes rain and easing shortages, mentions meals for Sunday dinners, and provides detailed per dozen or per pound costs for eggs butter poultry fish meat vegetables and miscellaneous foods. It highlights seasonal produce like rhubarb strawberries and peas and notes modest price ranges across categories.
News of the state reports the Maryland oyster season closes today. Dr. Pearson Chapman of Perryman is seriously ill. A Dufour Manor dwelling at Hyattaville was burned. The Lautel Traction Co is authorized to build an electric railway in Laurel. Judge Watters in Belair set May term for Harford. Horace B. Mullan of Washington died in Annapolis aged 66. Daniel Highberger Jr. killed himself at Downsville. Funeral for James T. Briscoe held at All Saints Church Prince Frederick. Holy Comforter vestry in Baltimore filed answer over Rev Crawford Frost. Frank F. Burgess of Baltimore sentenced for mail fraud. Washington County assesses to drop about thirty cents per hundred by half of $125000 from Western Maryland sale. Lewis D. Green, colored, who murdered Carrie Price, escaped gallows but postponed with sister’s arrival. Governor Smith commuted death to life imprisonment.
Accounts of firms and individuals solicited as financial entities. Names listed include James Gittinger McCardell Leroy McCardell cashiers and various associates. Old ledger style entry notes capital stock of 4150,000 with surplus and undivided profits amid miscellaneous signatures.
William Brown, a Black man wanted for stealing chickens, was pursued by about ten to twelve people on horseback and on foot through Boyd’s area in Montgomery county yesterday afternoon. He fled from Baltimore where he had escaped custody last week, but was caught after a two mile chase. He confessed and implicated others, Richard Talley and John Fox of Hebron, who were arrested. All were sent to Rockville jail to await a Boyd hearing next Tuesday.
Geb J. Shields, Democratic candidate for city treasurer in Oklahoma City, is a Fredericktonian born in 1839. An Civil War veteran of the 15th Pennsylvania cavalry, he later worked in stock business and as a government contractor in Shackelford County before moving to Oklahoma City to farm north of town and enter real estate. He previously served six years ago as city treasurer and is anticipated to win this election.
David H. Baugher was arrested Thursday and will be taken to Walkersville this evening by Deputy Sheriff Shaw for hearing before Justice Graben Johnson at 3. He is charged with assault and battery on Mattie Rice near Walkersville Thursday evening after allegedly striking her and disturbing the peace with curses.
An advertisement claims Dean's Ointment instantly stops itchiness on skin and any part of the body, describing it as absolutely safe and never failing. Free samples are offered at Clinton E. Matin's Pharmacy in Montsy on April 27.
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