Western Maryland Freight Rise Could Spur Lime Industry
Discussion centers on higher freight rates enabling Western Maryland to build a low grade line through Washington and Frederick counties. A cut off may cross Hagerstown Frederick Railway and Northern Central tracks, with stations and connections boosting Frederick's rail access and passenger service, signaling regional economic benefits if rates rise.
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Western Maryland road Co
Washington
Frederick
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Western
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Hagerstown and
Maryland Mineral Output Tops 1911 Despite 1912 Rise
Maryland’s mineral production in 1912 totalled about 10.9 million dollars plus pig iron, edging past 1911 by roughly 1.5 million. Coal, mined mainly in the Georges Creek region, accounted for over half the value, with 4.96 million tons worth 5.89 million dollars. Coal output, clay and stone quarrying follow as major industries, while textiles include various other minerals and materials like iron ore, quartz, and talc are noted among smaller outputs.
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Maryland
E. W. Parker
United States Geological Survey
Maryland Geological Survey
Georges Creek
Potomac River
Cumberland
Coastal Plain
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Plan to empower road patrolmen to enforce speed limits
Walter B. Miller of Salisbury, a member of the State Roads Commission, proposes giving road patrolmen police powers on state roads to enforce speed regulations. He argues the plan will cut excessive speeding, reduce road wear, and lower maintenance costs, noting that only a small fraction of drivers speed seriously.
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Walter, B. Miller
Salisbury
State Roads Commigeton
Frederick County Delegation for Maryland Legislature
Frederick county's representatives are preparing for the Maryland Legislature. Prominent locals Markell Nelson, George H Bussard, and Eugene A Wachter appear as candidates. The delegation aims to push key laws including an Economy Bill for the county and the abolishment of the Board of Charities and Correction.
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Frederick county
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Maryland
Markell Nelson
McKaige
Nelson
Legis George
H. Bussard
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Thurmont
Eugene A. Wachter
Adamstown
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Frederick
Fred ‘rick / County Farmers’ Association
Board of Charities and Correction
STATE TO RULE CEMETERIES BILL CONTEMPLATED
Senator Maloy and Milnes Maloy of the Third District consider introducing a bill to place cemeteries under Public Service Commission supervision or a special board. It would require cemetery lots sold at reasonable prices and deeds to include perpetual care agreements. The Panama Canal commission has asked the forest service to inspect creosoted timber in Seattle and Tacoma.
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Maloy
William Milnes Maloy
Third Legislative
General Assembly
Public Service, Commission
Panama Canal commission
the
forest service
Seattle
Tacoma
commission
Townsend Sells Capland Gapland Summer Residence
George Alfred Townsend, age 73, plans to sell his Gapland estate on South Mountain 14 miles west of Frederick. The neglected property, built by Townsend and once a grand retreat, includes five stone structures, an open fireplace library nearly 50 feet long, a seven foot chimney, terra cotta images, and a monument to war correspondents at the gate. Townsend discovered Gapland in 1884 while writing Katy of Catoctin and has spent years improving the grounds, though he now resides in Washington.
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Gapland
South Mountain
Frederick
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George Alfred Townsend
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Townsend
Washington
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city
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Towanend
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Gaplana
John
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Howard
Whitelaw’ Reid
Heary
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broprisiars
Lintoin
Knianelpavion
Antietani
Crampton
Gap
Gapla
Frankin
Goft's Cough Syrup Ad Promises Quick Relief
A vintage advertisement hawks Goft's Cough Syrup as a harm free old fashioned remedy for congestion and phlegm. It claims no opiates or dope, offers money back if it fails, and promotes 25e or Oc bottle from B. Cote & Sons Co of Camden New Jersey.
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Goft
B. COTE & SONS CO
Camden, N.J
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E. Kiser
Chicago Records Herald
HOUSE OF DELEGATES
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GEORGE H. nussARD
AUGUST T. BRUST
CAPLAND
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B.Rosenour & Sons
Outfitters
Market Street
Patrick Street
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