Fragmented 1897 notes mix news, ads, and commentary
A jumble of OCR from a 1897 issue covers telegraph ads, phase tables, and stray political commentary. It references Maryland figures, a Grant tomb demonstration, Greek monarchy debates, and wheelmen meetings in Frederick, with scattered notes on lunacy commission critique and reform needs.
Plain Talk on Insanity Reform in Maryland
The article condemns a system that confines two thirds of Maryland’s indigent insane in unsuitable wards without expert treatment. It argues for immediate laws to provide proper treatment and cures, noting many cases could be cured with proper care yet are kept confined at taxpayer expense and public mercy is misplaced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stete Lunsep
Baltimore
Dre. Hurd
Buch
Maryland
Marylach
Uctll
Geo. W. Harington
Frederiick Luunty
Court House
Frederick City
Frederick County
W.t. Lst
East Fourth Street
East Fifth Street
Gard Street
David S. Rigg
Alfred Ritter
Walter Laurders
Aprlodewim
Current Comment on Global Affairs and Alleged Purchases
The piece notes Hawaii's role in international drama and New York Legislature's sine die session. It laments speaking ill of the dead and mentions the Prince Chimay seeking to vindicate honor. England is said to have bought Delagoa Bay and to press a weaker power for payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
England
Delagoa Bay
Public Opinion on War’s Effect on Wheat Prices
Excerpts from the Baltimore Sun argue war between Turkey and Greece does not directly affect U.S. wheat values. Markets rise briefly on war news but only if world supply is disrupted, citing 1877 Rasla-Turkey conflict as a precedent where price move faded as war failed to halt normal wheat flows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore Sun
Turkey
Greece
Thessaly
Europe
Rasala
America
Ruzela
Local readers note mixed views on city issues
Excerpts from local letters and notices discuss dandelion control, a parent’s plea for child fare on an electric road, theater door congestion, a Cumberland business move by William L. Smith, verses about roses and love, bicycle cautions, and a committee plan to canvass Frederick for stock in the Myersville and Catoctin electric road. Names include Howard Kussmaul and A Kozenour, with references to Frederick and Bentztown Bard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myersville and
Catoctin
Frederick
Frederick Citizens Echo Support for Young Men’s Christian Association
A Frederick observer notes the drive to boost the Young Men’s Christian Association with growing local interest. Businessmen and residents praise outdoor clubs and early disposal of stock proposals, urging broader enthusiasm and swift action to advance community fitness and civic effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick
Cluba
Associatios
Dedication of Grant's Tomb Poem Tribute
A poetic homage to Ulysses S Grant praising his leadership in the Mexican and Civil Wars, his role in rebuilding the Union, and the enduring call of duty. The piece extols Grant's restraint, courage, and unity efforts, concluding with praise for his enduring legacy in American history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yeeterday
Grant
Nad Ses
Archibald Horsisa
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United States
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Great Southern Pre Une Company
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Hawaii
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Smith
Chater Street
Shire
Cumberland
William L. Smith
Bentztown
A. Kozenour
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Lee
Corquerei
Washington
Lincoln
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Malton A. Woodward
W. Patrick St
Anderson
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Wm. A. Mansfeld
Rivate Sale
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Klinepart’s Alley
Rona
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Committee On Water Works
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Planing Creek
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Register of Wills
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Pesute Bale
James H. Gambnil
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Harvey
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