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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1891
Page
5
An advertising pitch claims August Flower is a universal remedy for dyspepsia. It asserts the product treats stomach and liver issues, notes twenty years of growth from a small town to a large national operation, and emphasizes its honest one purpose, to cure dyspepsia. The message is signed by a Woodbury New Jersey sales representative.
An ad touts a new two sound board insert for violins and other string instruments that enhances tone without changing form. It claims greater vibration, solidity, and world class comparison, with testimonials from AGG Wilhelm and Ole Bull, inviting musicians to test at The News office in Frederick and New York return routes.
The Fairview M P Sunday School near Mount Pleasant will hold its annual picnic on Saturday August 22 with a band and on grounds refreshments. Several other Sunday schools plan a joint picnic at Island Park on Thursday August 27 including Kooteilie Lotherag MLE Brunswick Sandy Hook Harper's Ferry Winchester M E South.
Tenant Henry O Zimmerman on Dr William Wegner's Walkersville farm grew a small patch of Laly Bain potatoes. The arch consisted of 1 10 of an acre and yielded 2106 pounds from 25 pounds of seed. The new variety can be bought at 1.50 per bushel from the subscriber.
Commander Veazey led a large veteran parade in Dercort Michigan as ex President Hayes and notable officials watched. A fierce dispute over race participation threatened unity within the Grand Army of the Republic with Southern leaders and New Orleans officials taking opposite sides.
The coroner announced the arrest of Prosperious Payton and others including Gardener Bartes and Guenther on murder related charges. A chemical analysis found strong traces of amenic at the scene. The dead woman, Sunnthe Winkler, was formerly married to Utenthet and left behind two children. Police report Bowden’s allegations of bribery and marital disputes. In Washington the Catholic Total Abstinence meeting opened with Cardinal Gibbons welcoming delegates and plans to erect a Father Matthew chair at Catholic University with a $50,000 fundraising target.
A Philadelphia report claims Gideon Marsh may be in Tegucigalpa Honduras amid confusion over the city’s spelling and name. Postmaster Hughes, well acquainted with Central America, says Marsh’s destination aligns with a fugitive pattern observed by others and notes Tegucigalpa’s high altitude and expatriate presence.
Ex-Congressman W.L. Scott is gravely ill at his residence in this city. His physician remains reticent, but it is clear his old stomach trouble continues to afflict him. Family members are nearby, sharing concern over his condition.
A proposal from Mons Eiffel, designer of the Eiffel Tower, seeks permission to erect a tower in Chicago funded by French capital. President Baker replied he was glad to receive the proposition and would promptly bring it to the directors for consideration.
Dr W H Shipps treating Mrs Parnell bitten by a dog reports she is progressing well after a cable from Hon Charles Stewart Parnell asking about sending his mother to Paris for treatment.
A lavish wedding at Dr. Pickering's residence in Laxhorss Pennsylvania unites Emma Walraven Comfort of New York and a Turkish pasha. The bride, a Vassar graduate, is praised for her science honors. The groom, Harry Crookshank, previously served in German, Turkish, and Egyptian roles, receiving a ring from Empress Augusta. Guests from New York travel by special train. the khedive sends a necklace carved from ancient tomb stones as the wedding gift.
In Clarence, a farmer named Eckhart and his wife faced a fatal confrontation as Mrs. Eckhart died after a fall and alleged cruelty. Neighbors report habitual abuse, Eckhart denies mistreatment but admits neglect. Authorities expect arrest amid ongoing investigation. Nearby, mine officials probe a January fire at Rumen’s Grade Juttes, with Polish workers found dead and strikers suspected in the incident.
An early arrival of the People's party advance guard included H. H. Tauheneck, chairman of the people's party city committee. The convention convened at 2 pm in the cue hall with Mrs. Seren of Toledo presiding as a writer observed. It is speculated that either Hon Seitz or Major Cobb from Weilston will win the gubernatorial nomination.
Information from Noremtown Pennsylvania reports Mendel Jacobs a former Yorktown tailor who fled with a seamstress and is now traced to Atlantic City. His wife, with relatives there, says he left a wife and a family behind. Jacobs is about 55. the woman is about 35.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe alleged counterfeit certificates showing border photos, Chinese schools, and a sensational but disputed murder rumor in Wayne County. A Bromfield family inquiry in Shoals links a burned child and an unrelated shooting, with neighbors noting no prior murder evidence.
Secretary Fos ter approved the list of names forwarded by Collector Erhardt for discharge reductions totaling $36,000. The records show no evidence these were G A R men or any particular civilian group. Also reported are price hikes in beer in Reading, Pa and Pottsville, Pa as brewers coordinate rates and a local effort to ship beer at reduced prices. George McAllister, a 24 year old clerk, died of heart failure at Cape May Point after a boat trip aboard the Republic. Deputy U S Marshal Jim Yates, a notorious figure, was killed in a gambling den in Sparr Meanuister. A court in New York reviewed Edison Electric Light Company vs United States Electric Lighting Company appeals. Weather outlook remains warmer with occasional light rain. More notes include the Earl of Dartmouth’s death, Schofield’s return to Washington, treasury pensions lowering the surplus, a New York electrical accident, and other minor items.
From Aug 5 reports: Sir Morrell Mackenzie operates on Henry Irving’s throat. O’Brien faces bankruptcy and possible debarment after failed legal costs. William O’Pries case advances in bankruptcy court. Oregon, London, and Antwerp locales feature monarchs, bank suspensions, Mafia violence, Utah politics, and steel mill labor strife.
At Locke Mice & Co logging camp twenty miles north of Lete a riot erupted after Jase Ward shot and killed a man named Dyson. Gunfire wounded several including Marion Marie and Lee Perkins, with others killed or wounded as fighting spread. Dr Meyers and his brother arrived to treat the wounded but were fired upon without injury.
Indian Agent Cole reports 420 Cann d'Alene Indians eligible to share the government payment of 500000 for ceded lands. Each recipient to receive 1109 dollars, with details noted at Gartielt Park Chicago and related racing results appearing in the same column.
Race results from Gloucester New Jersey and Jerome Park show multiple events with listed horses and times. Notable winners include Lime, Lizzie, Verbann, Trinity, Reckon, and Knapsack, with placements across one and two mile events and sprint heats at Jerome Park and nearby venues.
Philadelphia markets show subdued speculative activity with a weaker tone. Lehigh Valley and Reading quotes mixed while Chicago and Reading close firmer. produce prices ease with varied bids for August through November.
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