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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1901
Page
4
A compact display of items from The Weekly News includes subscription notes, a humorous aside about cobblestones, naval and election chatter, a New Jersey tale on a wife and husband, and reflections on the Postoffice and rural free delivery. It recounts a Schwab anecdote about diligence, pride in work, and career progression.
A collage of clippings notes speculation on corn shortages and a looming doomsday prophecy. Reports from Baltimore and Cedar Rapids mock sensational claims, contrasting religious alarm with practical fishing notes and media fervor.
A collection of clipped lines features Mrs Gadabout’s stern mother rebuking romance, a dying uncle named Peter Roxsum, a sharp aside about lending a cent, and banter about new neighbors who moved in and social invitations. Miscellaneous city jokes reveal era humor and social quirks.
A collage of editorial snippets from US papers jokes about press voices and a proposed fathers congress. Humorous notes touch on a warship for Colon Colombia and Maryland’s surplus of women. The piece mocks public discourse and paternal duty with skeptical tone.
A poem fragment features Helen Hunt Jackson and Twa ReeK Brenan in the Independent, praising a neighbor who sings at an open door. The speaker cherishes artful mercy and service to the gentle singer, suggesting heaven rewards simple acts of kindness.
A feature race at the buffalo Exposition will pit automobiles representing all nations. Though France claims ahead in construction, American makers are hoped to lead. The ad extols Hostetter's Stomach Bitters for digestion sleep and general health and promotes Lexative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a one day cure with price details.
A compact collection of witty lines and observations from The Herald era, touching on gossip, gender roles, work ethics, religious notes, and social satire. Mentions new daily paper in Waynesboro Pennsylvania, a fasting contest between Dr. Tanner and Denver brewers, and a fleeting reflection on women as social beings, with varied pithy quotes.
Multiple arrests reported in Frederick including Janac Stephens charged with attempting to pass counterfeit coin. Stephens jailed on $300 bail with hearing scheduled. Other cases include Arthur G. Fogle fined for fighting and William Rippeon committed for alleged attempted rape of a minor.
County notes from Woodsboro detail a large turnout for a Johnaville picnic on August 10 with the Woodsboro Band providing music. Other items report crops: corn estimates steady, wheat disappointing. peaches and vegetables plentiful. Visitors, church events, and local visits are listed including Mr. Kling and Miss Saylor.
A birthday party for Leona Bruchie, guest list including Rev. Edwards and Mrs. Walters, Miss Walters, Mrs. Sallie Wallingford, Mr. and Mrs. John Webster, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Webster, and others, was held at near Adamstown on August 8 with attendees from Washington, Baltimore, and Frederick. A Braddock Heights dance series continues with a 7 PM special car from the Square corner. Harry Mestayer files for divorce from Victory Bateman in Milwaukee following a Cumberland marriage. Say you saw it in Tax News.
Correspondent describes Newport society at sea side resort with a focus on automobile wear and outdoor outfits. Details include white rubber garments called The Automobile, dupe cloaks, white cloth jackets, lace and satin evening attire, and various summer gowns for yachting and coaching. Footwear ranges from French patent leather oxfords to bronze beaded sandals, with accessories like pearl buttons and sailor collars highlighted.
Mrs Gertrude Murray wife of John Murray formerly superintendent of Frederick County Telephone and Telegraph Company died in Washington of consumption at age 24 Her body to be brought to Frederick this evening over the B and O She is a daughter of James Donald of East Patrick street and survives three children Lula M Welty daughter of L E and Mattie B Welty died August 4 at Loy's Station aged 1 year 14 days Funeral held Tuesday Pallbearers named The note ends with an advertising line about preparing an ad campaign and Chamberlains remedy is endorsed by a Deming Indiana resident and sold by ALL Pearce.
At the earnest solicitation of many friends I announce my candidacy for County Commissioner for Frederick County and respectfully ask the support of my friends, subject to the decision of the Republican nominating convention.
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