10 Feb 1897
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1897
Page
1
Debris and gunfire erupt as city unrest follows a violent clash near the Sehaaramarke area. Police report several injuries with one man in critical condition. investigations and crowd control measures continue through the night as residents assess damage to property and public safety.
An advertisement features Mrs A Fiedler of 2864 Palethorp St Philadelphia endorsing Salvation Oil as a remedy for rheumatism stiff joints bruises and related ailments. It urges keeping the product in the home and touts a 25 cent price, urging readers to purchase without delay.
A long scan of 1890s style dispatches covers Anglo American diplomacy. It notes President McKinley, Ambassador MacVeagh grand balls in Italy, and discussions on a cabinet appointment for Major Warner. It reports a failed antietitic scalping bill in Congress, customs case against Lyle Hawthorne, a paralytic veteran pension, and the ore shortage closing the Bellefonte iron plant affecting 300 workers.
A garbled digest mentions burglary suspects near Charlotte North Carolina, a Corbett Petersimmons fight announced in Carson City Nevada, an ordinance tightening theater attire in Baltimore, a fatal blow to Elijah Pietow in Bloc fon Ain, and a bank embezzlement arrest of Robert McConnell of Merchants National Bank.
A chaotic storm beset ships near Charleston and West Bound area as crew fought to save lifeboats and sailors. Three seamen were lost overboard from the cruiser Marblehead while four vessels endured heavy seas and periled decks. Surge of wrecks and injuries followed with crews aiding survivors and awaiting official reports from Washington.
Washington reports describe a heated session on the status of peace treaties and the veto option. The Senate considers ratification, with discussion of how the executive and congressional branches will proceed amid partisan tension and procedural questions.
The report analyzes civil service reforms, merit basis, and removals across departments. It cites total positions around 412,717 with 71,101 in classified and 91,019 unclassified service, notes on transfers, new rules, and the aim of nonpolitical merit-based staffing. It mentions examination practices, budget figures like 160,000,000, and departmental guidance for appointments and reductions.
A long, dense report covers Pennsylvania’s capital relocation debate, legislative maneuvers, and public notices. It notes remarks by officials, potential appointments, trade talks, and party strategy as sessions near.
Stock and produce market notes show New York and Philadelphia quotations for February with heavy activity in industrials. Prices cited include wheat, corn, oats, and pork, with reported futures figures and spot values across key exchanges and regional mills.
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