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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1898
Page
2
Fragmented issue notes subscription offers for The News of Frederick Maryland plus reflections on Christmas, electric railways in Frederick County and concerns about naval promotions disadvantaging Maryland officers. Calls for reform of promotion practices and consideration of Holland settlers in Maryland.
Contemporary editorials from Baltimore and Cumberland debate Maryland loyalty and national retaliation amid fashioning views on Germany toys and Admiral Schleys role in the destruction of Cervera’s fleet. The pieces reflect public opinion and regional commentary on wartime events and cost of living.
A collage of humorous quotes and misheard lines from newspapers like the Indianapolis Journal Philadelphia Ballou Chicago News and Tit Bits. Jokes range from library patrons and wife hunting to misread football chatter and social quips about preservation and pride.
The report argues the Philippines serve as a market for American goods and a base for Chinese trade. It notes limited current impact on foreign commerce but highlights strategic value for home and British and German traders.
The Monterue Hospital farm barn is completed and sturdy. Snow drifts reach three feet on the public road between Bravawick and Pewrsville. Winter first touched the county with notable deer sightings and a Cumberland Allegany region incident. A Masonic bazar week concert and theatre charm draw crowds while local rail safety urges a watchman at East Patrick Street crossing to prevent freight car accidents.
A fragmentary verse scene depicts a family caring for a sick father. Children, a doctor, and household routines surround the bed while the patient fights a cold and longs for relief as voices and groans fill the room. The piece blends domestic care with singing and family farewells.
Pastor Robert S. Patterson led nightly sermons last week at Rocky Ridge Lutheran Church to large crowds. Lafay ette Day events were organized by teacher Miss Doss Putman. A heavy snowfall marked the first of the season. Local residents reported hunting and farm activity, including Edward Angelli killing three hogs and residents Miller and others near Loy’s over Thanksgiving. Revs Miller and Valentino were noted, Elias Valentino was listed as sick, and Sheridan Baggs near completion of a house on West Main Street.
At Christchurch and Barnesville Mr Joseph Harris Stonestreet formerly of Charles county Maryland and Miss Gertrude Worthington Wood of Barnesville were married. The ceremony was by Rev Walter P Griggs under a flower arch with Melvin P Wood giving away the bride. A reception followed and the couple departed for a bridal tour to the North.
The Mite Society of St Juke's Lutheran Church in Fengavitle will host an oyster supper this evening and Friday to raise funds for Stations Secured. Local notices note many want ads and a price list showing 15 cents per 15 words for public listings.
A woman afflicted with a respiratory ailment improves after using Dr Ring's New Discovery for Consumption. She reports relief from coughing and fever and resumes daily work. A free trial offer at A L Pages drug store is advertised with a 50 cent price and 7 cent?
A damage suit against Baltimore is on trial at Belair. Frank Thompson, convicted of manslaughter in Charles County, was tied up in freight talks. Mrs. Frank I Shaw broke her wrist after a fall in Westminster. Insurance chief filed annual report to the comptroller. Stephen Grimes faced perjury arrest in Washington County over a marriage license. Dr. G Morris Cheston, Anne Arundel treasurer, was ill. Miss Smith wed Mr. Vaster at Snow Hill. Pawnee Bill's Wild West show owner Krause reports a strong season and plans Frederick start. Frederick Century Riders record centuries for 1898 and total to date.
Advert reads like a late 19th century tonic promotion endorsing Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters for constipation dyspepsia and malaria and Cleveland’s Celery Compound for nervous fatigue and blood purification. It touts Dr. Calton J. Williamson and Ely Brothers remedies plus Renonatrated Unit Lty’s Cream Balm for nasal catarrh claiming cures and worldwide mailing options.
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