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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1905
Page
6
The Daily News reports on wartime politics including the possibility of a special session of Congress, Russia's war posture, and Allied diplomacy. It also mentions Philadelphia’s finances and the broader international scene, noting updates on Asia and Sakhalin while reflecting on spelling debates and public discourse.
The Interstate Commerce Commission plans to require higher air brake usage on interstate freight trains, aiming to improve safety after fatal wrecks like the Harrisburg incident. Existing law sets a minimum 50 percent, with rules allowing increases after hearings. Public safety advocates push for universal airbrake installation as soon as feasible.
A contemporary comment notes the naturalization court’s formal salute to Howepar for a notable act of bravery. The piece reflects civic recognition and the ceremonial mood surrounding the event, underscoring national gratitude and public service.
Reports from Frederick and surrounding areas show a new company planning a modern hotel in Frederick to meet growing demand from interurban lines. A recent hotel at Bradock Heights near Frederick attracts visitors with its plateau views of Monocacy Valley, Middletown wheat belts, and South Mountain, underscoring progress in Maryland hospitality as transportation expands.
A collage of humorous lines from multiple papers. Dialogues touch on Washington traits, marriage talk, finance and industry, friendship, and light social exchanges. The snippets show playful banter and social mishearings across Philadelphia Detroit New Yorker Chicago Cleveland papers.
The piece extols flowers as companions and healthful aids, arguing gardens improve homes and mood. It then critiques language spread diplomacy favoring English, praising its usefulness, with remarks on Japan, Britain, the U S, and requests for nearer ties. A short note mentions reactions to M Witte and Hebrew philanthropists.
A historical letter analyzes anti Jewish laws in Russia and advocates equitable treatment of Jews. It defends M Witte as opposed to bigotry, arguing that enlightened statesmen should discuss reforms with representative Hebrews to improve rights and humanity. The piece emphasizes justice, liberty, and equality over mercenary motives.
Reflection on endurance in life with advice to keep conscience clear and stay hopeful amid gloom. Mentions a guiding heart, resilience, and finding peace despite troubles, urging positive mindset and steady path forward. From the Atlanta Constitution style notes.
A delightful evening hosted at Clarance Bowers home in Lawlatown honored guest Miss Fannie O Wright of Baltimore. List of attendees includes the Bowers families Gaugh Roberte Bowers Gannon Stall Mobler Webster Main Bow ere Freshonr Kiefer and others. A separate lawn greenab party hosted by Mrs Harry E W Storm featured Valley and Orn of Baltimore with games and refreshments.
William Allen, a colored man, arrested by Deputy Sharitta Heimes and Damoer at his home near Bookeystown on a stabbing charge involving John Digga. Alec colored man with a knife allegedly attacked three people, jailed for hearing Monday before Justice Keller. Richard Palmer, colored, arrested for assaulting Phebe Gaolns, with Monday afternoon hearing pending. Albert Jacobs arrested for bastardy on bail awaiting grand jury action.
Brief items report a horse attached to Mr H B Wittter s carriage fell on East Patrick street injuring the shafts but causing no further damage. Also advertised is a 100 dollar reward for catarrh cure and a testimonial ad for Hall s Catarrh Cure priced at 75 cents per bottle with free testimonials.
The article notes delays in Frederick's street paving due to careful brick testing as opposed to previously used materials. Olly Bogiover Coblentz supervises this year’s contract to ensure quality. Suggestions include better preapproval of future contracts, potential fire department reforms, and the city’s limited readiness for a citywide fire alarm system. The piece also highlights Braddock Heights as a popular summer resort with growing cottages, praised scenery, and clean cobblestones sparking town pride despite occasional street scrubbing issues.
Voters in Assury Park supported a dry outcome while the council moved to create a license commission. An ordinance was proposed to define terms for the new panel and establish rules governing alcohol permits in the city.
An unidentified man with dagger wounds was found on an unfrequented path north of Van Cortlandt Park New York. A bundle with overalls shoes and a mason line lay beside the body and a small sum of money was found on him. Police suspect the killing was not robbery and that the man was hired for revenge at the lonely spot.
The Market offers a lively mix of humor and prices with Allen Grambine touting a sugar corn named Saw koff as the best, while vendors boast varied rates for eggs butter poultry fruit and vegetables. Local Democrats cheer a fine day as quotes drift about barrels of corn and door-to-door markets with shifting values across meats dairy and produce.
Disjointed report details Soohoo nagam Ammal, famed Brahmin convert to Christianity in Madras, being abducted while traveling with companions. The U S missionary office and Bishop Oldham confirm the case amid descriptions of conversion rites and a burial effigy ceremony.
A diary style panorama of social life on the mountain with picnics fairs dances and gatherings. Hagerstown Mount Airy and Frederick county residents attend events from dining to entertainment while the Bethesda season and Kefauver reunion loom.
Obituary notices report the death of Mrs Harriett Duvall Harman aged 64 at her East Antietam street home in Hagerstown after 43 years at St Pauls M E Church and list surviving daughters and sons, with details of relatives and locations. An infant son of Harry G Haffer dies near Frederick at age weeks, with funeral planned tomorrow afternoon. A correction clarifies a reported arrest, naming Mrs Castle as the actual arrestee.
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