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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1919
Page
6
An early 20th century notice advertises a semi weekly news publication in the United States with delivery on Tuesday and Friday. It mentions subscription price and insistent service offerings for deck and printing tasks at low prices, noting standard mailing and second class status.
The piece notes how summer hotels cater to newly rich travelers who seek comfort and style, often at high prices. It contrasts glamorous resorts with simpler retreats that offer culture and brains, arguing travel spending reflects the American spirit of restlessness and can yield unexpected returns.
A Harvard campaign for an $11 million endowment faces questions about pay, as posters in Cambridge compare a motorman’s 60.6 cents an hour to a professor’s, challenging the value of scholarly pay versus practical labor. The piece links this to broader concerns over intellectuals' place in the economy.
The article argues for protective tariff measures to keep toy production in the United States and prevent foreign competition. It notes wartime production levels, a 435,000,000 wholesale output, and urges stamping "Made in America" on all American goods to foster patriotism and support domestic industry. The piece cites Henry Bros as a proponent and stresses benefits for American workers and the national spirit.
Seventeen year old Miss Hollis sues Kroks for repayment of tokens bought with her earnings. Case in Aldeerman Brown titled a dismissal after she protested and demanded compensation for handkerchiefs and other gifts damaged in the courtship.
War Department figures show the average age of soldiers killed is twenty three. The release notes a large reduction in missing in action since July 31 and emphasizes the overall youth of the army despite heavy casualties.
Santiago reports on August 6 7 Chile voting to join the League of Nations. Officials indicate plans to send representatives to discuss entry and align with international commitments. The move reflects Chilean engagement in global diplomacy during the early postwar period.
Twenty years ago in Frederick a serious explosion tore through the Frederick City Packing Company engine room when the governor strap on a 35 horsepower engine failed. Large iron fragments damaged walls and ceiling while a 40 pound piece embedded in soil. two men labored to move it, but no injuries were reported. Fire followed but was quickly subdued by Charles Hahn. Also, 500 people attended a Sunday school picnic at the Fair Grounds and John T. White was named principal of the Union Street Public School in Cumberland's High School department.
Maryland reports 60 percent of peaches apples and pears marketable due to weather damaged crops though overall output may not shrink thanks to high prices. Spring and early summer yields were large but rain caused scaly cedar rust and brown rot reducing quality. Housewives face higher prices as a result. An ad for Chamberlain's Tablets closes the piece.
The Orphan's Court of Frederick County Maryland grants letters testamentary to Michael A McCaffrey as executor. Creditors must file claims by March 3 1820 with vouchers and Reckon against the estate. indebted parties should make immediate payment.
A public meeting to launch plans for a memorial honoring city and county heroes who died in the war will be held this month at the armory. Noah E. Cramer, chair of the Fourth of July Welcome Home committee, said residents will be asked for opinions on form. Possible memorials include a comfort station, a park, or a shaft, with park possibilities near the old Reformed graveyard. The fund is open to county residents. initial gift of 5 was given by Jacob Schmidt, with no further contributions yet. The News will accept funds and deposit them in the memorial fund.
Frederick County Mat Bank advertises opening a savings account with one dollar or more. It promises four percent interest on savings deposits and solicits checking accounts.
In Frederick County equity, Willian G Grimes and others sue William G Grimes and Mabel I Grimes to force sale of real estate left by William B Grimes and Annie L Grimes. The mortgage on part of the property remains unpaid, with the court ordered notice published four weeks prior to August 4 1919. The goal is to pay the mortgage and distribute proceeds among heirs in common ownership.
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