Fragmented commentary on reform and poetry across nations
The piece surveys varied topics from Porto Rican legislators and hazing at West Point to Maryland fraud probes and youths in naval recruiting. It discusses Howells and Lowell on national promises, civic corruption, and the value of candor in addressing societal flaws and inspiring reform.
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West Point
William Dean Howells
James Russell Lowell
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Mr. Howells
Jett
Civic ideals and the burden of virtue remembered
The passage laments civic failures and the earned blame of a citizen named Lowells, noting the enduring evils that offend laws. It argues the nation remains capable of reform but must fight and remedy conditions before it can be truly proud of its government and people.
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Sman
Public Schools Taught Physiology Sparks Debate
Dr McPherson in Washington notes schools teach health laws and physiology with teachers unable to fully practice due to circumstances. Reports from Camberland Times and Baltimore Herald reflect concern over future human nature and potential degeneration amid political talk of an extra legislative session. Maryland winter weather praised in Baltimore Sun as mild, with lingering crisp conditions.
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McPherson
Washington
Saare
Aho
Camberland Times
Maryland
Baltimore Sun
Moments of Hereiness and witty exchanges across papers
A compilation of humorous snippets from newspapers. Dialogues cover romantic misunderstandings, sarcastic remarks about new relationships, gun jargon, and family money talk. The light skits showcase playful banter and social foibles in a period tone.
Reform rhetoric stirs Tammany as reformers crack down
The Washington Star argues Tammanr reform floats on temporary gains amid election pressure and police corruption. It says Tammany will deny motives, with Tribune noting revenue leaks to individuals. The Lexow findings trace pilfering through officers, revealing a system built on bribes and control. Thieves fallen out may let honest men gain due.
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Washington Star
Tammanr
Tammany
Pers
I Steal
the Tribune
Win
Lexow
Tammary
Avery
Moments with the Murk After Christmas
A vivid December piece recalls havoc in Christmas town with ruined toys, ruined homes, and forgotten soldiers. The writer notes a childlike shift to art through Hilde's camera, describing a dim dark room, shared work, and the ease of buying pictures as they pursue developing.
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Hilde
Milk Producers to Continue Under Reorganization Plan
The unsecured creditors committee for the Caited Milk Producers Association met in Baltimore and decided to continue operations at a loss if needed to avoid plant shutdown. The plant will stay running and shipments resume, while a definite reorganization plan is pursued to protect all stakeholders.
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Caited Milk Producers’ Association
Baltimore
Dancing Class at Independent Hall Delights Frederick Crosstown
Miss Willie Ritene presented a charming dancing class at Independent Hall last night. The hall was festively decorated with evergreens and plants, crowded with friends and relatives, while Miss Nannie Eisenhauer provided delightful music. The social column notes a formal China wedding anniversary party for Mr and Mrs Charles Hagan on December 1 at 12 West Fourth Street. A cotillion series by Frederick youths continues at Junior Hall with 9 o'clock start and music by the Frederick Select Orchestra. Authorities praise Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for colds and grippe with claims of rapid relief and prevention of flu complications. Dr. Wabsen & Co. promotes it at 79 Wabash Ave, Chicago.
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Independent Hall
Nannie Eisenhauer
Pisvist
China
Charles Hagan
West Fourth Street
Hagan
Frederick
Junior Hall
Frederick Select Orchestra
PROCTOR LEATHERMAN MARRIAGE AT HAMLINE CHURCH
A wedding at Hamline M E church Washington on December 19 joined Clarence Proctor and Nannie Florence Leatherman. Rev J W Steele led the service with ornate floral decorations. The bridal party included maid of honor Margaret Davis and best man Roy E Leatherman, with a reception at the bride’s home. The Proctors left midnight for New York.
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J. W. Steele
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Roy E. Leatherman
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Brownsville
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Anna Elgin
Knoxville
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Princeton University
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Air
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Irene Elgin
Ross Wheeler
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Beirf Bits Natural for a Bright Man to Redoet
The text offers a string of humorous maxims and quips about debt, etiquette, retirement, legal matters, and social behavior. It notes a retired businessman, hints at marriage and proposals, and ends with a comment on ignorance versus pretend knowledge and gout research. The tone imitates a quirky, old‑time newspaper snippet.
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Santy Cisr
Brilliant Christmas reception at Summers home Braddock
A Christmas day reception at the palatial residence of Mr. and Mrs. Samvel M. Summers in Braddock honored the marriage of their son John H Summers to Miss Viola Shafer. A dinner featuring oysters and turkey was served. Numerous guests from Braddock and surrounding towns attended including families with Summers, Coblentz, Wachter, Krantz, East, Wiles, Hammer, Akers, Kesssaver and Grombine among others.
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John H
Viola Shafer
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Barmony
Mra
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Sjamsville
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Baltimore
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Maggie Krantz
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S. L. East
Summers
Geo. W. Summers
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Christ. Wiles
Amanda Summers
Mary Hammer
Mires
Daisy Borger
Milton Akers
Kesssaver
G. Dorsey Etchison
J. Allen Grombine
Week of Prayer Observed in Thormont Churches
The week of prayer begins January 7 with services each evening at the Lutheran, Methodist, Reformed, Moravian, United Brethren and German Baptist churches. Rev. S. T. Widerman D D of Baltimore will preach in the Methodist Episcopal church on Sunday at 10 13 a m and 7 20 p m. A Chamberlain Pain Balm treated back or chest provides quick relief, with rheumatism cure. Available from A Je Pearis. Sitations Secured via want ads in The News, fifteen cents for fifteen words.
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D.D
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Methodist Episcopal Church
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