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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1907
Page
6
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The Boston Herald analyzes how primaries spread from the South to the Midwest and Northwest, detailing states adopting or debating senatorial primaries, declarations of party allegiance, and methods to ensure majorities. The piece notes varying approaches in Wisconsin, Oregon, and others, with questions about costs and influence on political equality.
A set of contemporary commentaries from Baltimore and Cumberland papers criticizes post mortem inquiries and calls for direct accountability. The pieces discuss the need for clear scapegoats, the limits of investigations, and how political interruptions undermine dignity in formal proceedings.
A collage of odd quotes from several papers. A running gag about husbands wives offices and banter in theatrical scenes. The tone mocks everyday conversations and punchlines from era newspapers.
A column from major papers discusses reactions to Kaiser Wilhelm II and his political persona. It notes critics, perceived endorsements, and the public mood, portraying him as a calculating leader who maintains attention with heated rhetoric and strategic moves.
A reader poem titled Moments With the Muse protests being rushed and mocked under a watchful sun, while a vintage ballad excerpt When Hearts Were Tramps reflects on love as a game of cards. The verses evoke fatigue, longing, and nostalgia for gentler times.
The Lewistown based Leatherman lineage spans four generations from Daniel Leatherman born 1821 to great grandson Paul Kramer Leatherman. Daniel, active farmer and former Frederick County Board of County Commissioners member, married Caroline Michiel in 1812 and had eight children including Levi O Leatherman, a prosperous farmer.
A February 9 W. U. T. U. meeting featured Mrs Alfred Ritter in charge of the Scientific Temperance Instruction program. Readings, quotations, and a paper by Mrs. Ritter argued for mandatory temperance education in public schools, citing historical laws and urging stronger citizenry through early education. The session concluded with plans for a February 21 birthday party and public invitation.
The Farmersville Ohio market reports a white warm morning with chickens eggs and butter available. Turkeys and dressed meats shown with prices before Lent, fish scarce due to frozen waters, and a long price list for produce meats and groceries. An addressed men's meeting at the Reformed church featured Rev Wahi and speaker Frank Fiook discussing signs of the times and civic work.
Walkersville W C 7 held a regular monthly meeting February 12 at the home of Mrs. R C Cromwell. The gathering was well attended with active participation from members.
A humorous column reviews a frigid February week with local happenings. It mentions weather, railroads, the Opera House, church events, school activities, and community notices. References include the Young Men's Temperance Association, University Extension, valentines, and plans for Lent. The piece blends reminiscence, local color, and gentle satire on town life.
The Adawstown Baseball Club solicits challenges for the coming season. C A Remsberg is to receive communications at Adsmetown 2nd. A local team from Adsmetown includes J J Day W Whipp R Day L Ogle Roger White R Orricon R O Dautrow Roy Hickman John OHare J Fenton Scarf O Whipp and O A Ramsburg as umpire and captain with Richard R Day as manager.
D Frank Goyder general manager of the D Frank Snyder Silk Company fired twice at secretary John B Rohrer and then shot himself. Rohrer not struck. Snyder wounded in abdomen and taken to Washington Connery Hospital after surgery described as very serious.
Bale of Real Estate sold by Cramer and Branifer realty and loan agents. The lot with a two story brick dwelling and stable at 106 108 West Patrick Street was sold to Milton Burke for 1450 dollars. Also a testimonial about Dr Rice's New Pills from Pleasant Magnolias Ind and an advertisement for Pearre's Modern Pharmacy and Central National Bank.
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