14 Feb 1894
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1894
Page
1
Hood's Sarsaparilla advertised as a preventive against the Grip and related illnesses. It claims to purify the blood, strengthen kidneys and liver, restore health tone, aid recovery after illnesses like typhoid, diphtheria, pneumonia, and to build up the body during convalescence, with testimonials of broad purification and vitality.
An old advertisement promotes Hood's Pills to ease constipation by restoring intestinal action. It also touts cod liver oil products from Garrot & Prearres at 5 South Market Street, Frederick, with mention of new designs in graphic art and job printing offices.
February 13 report shows unsettled speculation and light trading on New York and Philadelphia exchanges. Prices firm at open with limited activity. Lehigh Valley and Reading stocks listed along with Philadelphia flour and wheat notes. cattle and hogs show little trade in East Elm era markets with modest gains in cattle and sheep noted in Pennsylvania reports.
Local note requests three coupons with one cent stamp or Cain payment. It specifies sending or delivering the coupons to a designated recipient. No dates or organizations are mentioned. The text implies a simple exchange or request rather than a formal notice.
Plymouth, Feb 14 The Gaylord colliery mine in Pennsylvania's anthracite region suffered a catastrophic collapse. Thirteen miners from the town of Plymouth perished, leaving eleven widows and thirty six children. Owner Daniel Edwards and Kingston Coal Company face mourning families as rescue attempts failed and the mine is now a total wreck.
In Kansas City Missouri on February 14 Mrs Martha Ballantyne of Londonderry Ireland claims Thomas A Harris who was a known real estate speculator used a dual life. She seeks one third dower in 500000 dollars of properties managed by Harris. Abs Ballance has two children. The Pollard-Breckinridge case proceeds in Lexington Kentucky with seventy witnesses. Miss Pollard will substantiate charges while Colonel Breckinridge calls twenty witnesses. In Chicago laborers trapped in a lake crib during a storm were rescued by a tug though fires were doused and none froze seriously.
Billed in the Creclone BaReochsville Ky Feb 14 reports a deadly syclone near Red Bird creek causing loss of life and heavy property damage. Mrs Skidmore and her 6 year old son and another woman reported dead along with extensive livestock losses. A separate incident in Mostevira Colo Feb 14 notes Ed Smith aged 3 stabbing his father R M Smith in a mortal wound. the child was intestrated after the act.
In Wasuixerox on February 14, senators argued the president’s effort to restore the queen was tied to U S influence, with Gay accusing revolutionists of dependence on American forces. Teller and a foreign relations context revealed President’s aims. In Oklahoma, Berry’s attempt to compel Rock Island trains to stop at Enid and Roundup stalled after two hours. The House debated the Blind seniorage bill with deadlock looming as hundreds seek time to speak. A separate note covers Paul Jones’ world wager, his Boston Press Club departure, and proceeds from a paper-wrap storm produced for a clothing store ploy.
In Norristown Pa on February 14 Mery Brown 15 and William Moore 24 were seized on a coal train at Royersford for stealing a ride. Magistrate Urner jailed Moore ten days and Brown five. Moore from Philadelphia, Brown from Keyport New Jersey says Moore lured her away Wednesday. They have ridden freight cars and slept in sheds since.
Calis Herself Saint in Jerez Mexico inspires local and Indian sect followers with claimed miracles curing diseases by laying on hands. Fire injuries in Sax Antonzo include three firemen trapped after hotel blaze. Landlord not liable in gas asphyxiation case in Crucistati. Millegan found guilty of murder in Oklahoma City. Preacher Krause to leave Evangelical church for Presbyterian in Pottsville. Bridge accident in Eufaula injures two, others escape.
In Guatemala City on February 14, Honderas forces under General Vilicla defeated Bonilla's rebels. A large stock of arms was captured and General Villelg advanced toward Tegucigsipa to aid Vasques. In Washington, Commodore Birkland plans to sail from San Francisco on Saturday to relieve Admiral Irwin at Honolulu by February 24, with Irwin expected to return promptly.
The 1100 ton Cumberland coal laden schooner Minnie Rowan ran ashore off Cochituate Massachusetts in a fierce northeast gale. Lifeboat crews from the Massachusetts Humane Society and the U.S. lifeboat at Fourth Cliff battled heavy seas to rescue the crew, including Captain St. John who was injured. After multiple perilous attempts the lifeboats withdrew, and the vessel remained in a dangerous position with rescue unlikely.
A vessel reported distress off the coast was met by rescue efforts but sank before help arrived. The crew aboard perished, and the precise location remains uncertain. The incident occurred during early December as rescuers closed in.
Admrial Saldania da Gama lies in critical condition after wounds in the Armaco battle. Reports say his injuries may be fatal. efforts to save him continue amid chaos in Rio de Janeiro.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Josiah Quincy and county sale notes with references to towns Bath Glean Corning and Democrats, but lacks coherent events or dates. The readable items include names of officials and towns, suggesting a historical local notices fragment without a clear outcome or action.
A storm sweeping across Germany left at least twenty two dead and several injured. A school shelter near Peartin collapsed killing five children. a factory chimney fell at Luckenwalde killing ten and injuring many. another chimney collapsed at Rinteln causing two deaths. Cuxhaven endured its fiercest gale in years with ships driven ashore and crews rescued. A noncommissioned officer and three others drowned in the Preval river. Hans von Boulow, famed pianist, died in Dresden after a storied career.
NUGGETS OF NEWS report wide disruption from a blizzard in the west halting passenger and freight flow. A separate incident notes Rennie Rayner, 17, shooting his father in Wan-kesha Wisconsin while defending his mother, with Raynor expected to recover. An explosion at a Liege arm factory killed the director and injured several.
Albany Feb 14 The Judiciary Committee handles the incident as Lieutenant Governor Sheehan defends his honor against journalistic insinuations of corruption. He condemns baseless charges and calls for action to protect senators from hostile coverage. The panel moves to investigate all aspects of the matter.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a visit to Lewisburg with references to an eater or keeper forced to give money, a store loss at J Harvey, and mentions of Harvey’s loss, a Tagch Chairman, and plans involving Mr Wilson and a trip to Mexico until Saturday. No clear events or names fully derived.
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