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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1903
Page
4
The text lampoons proposed free coal and fiscal policies while critiquing trust profits and German price moves. It cites Tillman and Havemeyer, mocks household budget columns, and warns that sensational advice on frugal living fuels domestic discord, potentially leading to divorce.
A fragmentary compilation notes that rich spenders evade law and live long, praised independent coal, and criticizes fire protection reforms in Camborell city context. The Cumberland Times hints at progressives pleased with improvements in city protection from fire.
Cumberland Independent notes that insurance agents report patience wearing thin as rapid growth outpaces voluntary fire protection efforts, prompting calls for early council action to safeguard property owners and insurers.
A flood of light humor and quips from dramatic skits and newspaper jokes. Father and son clashes, age questions, hypnotism gags, and witty retorts fill brief exchanges across Chicago Philadelphia and Catholic Standard papers.
A clipped column lampoons collusion among dealers and rail interests to block coal shipments and extort the public. It also notes hints from the New York Tribune that backroom delay tactics on the reciprocity treaty with Cuba reflect dog in the manger opposition, hoping to stall action by crowding the Senate calendar.
Three obituary brief items from Frederick area: Civil War veteran William Roberts dies at home on East Third Street from heart disease at about 10:45 a.m. He served in multiple regiments, married with five children, and belonged to St. Johns Church. Also William M. Ox a Point of Rocks tunnel foreman dies at 55 after pneumonia, leaves widow and eight children, funeral to Myersdale. Emma Catherine Miller widow of George Miller of Bolivar dies suddenly from heart disease at 45, leaving three children. Funeral plans not yet announced.
Senator George L. Wellington of Maryland opposes a proposed rebate on imported coal to offset the duty, arguing against removing the bituminous coal duty while supporting relief for the coal famine through other means. He warns of broader protectionist limits and cites the need to protect miners, labor, and U S industries amid a wide tariff debate. Senator Louis E. McComas backs the Senate plan as an emergency measure, noting it aims to relieve the current crisis for a limited period and does not alter long term protection policy.
New gas firm formed in Frederick County with capitalization of 25000 dollars in 250 shares of 100 dollars par. Incorporators include Francis Cary Edward Bill Jacob Rohrback Edwin Markell and Albert Beadle. Directors Cary Hill Beadle Sertill to govern first year. Company aims to manufacture and distribute illuminating and fuel gas and design gas by products and stores.
The Tas Board of County Commissioners met yesterday afternoon and set new road supervisors for Catoctin and Hauters districts for the swelling year. Catoctin District names include Simeon M Buck ensta Elmer E Shepley Scott T Mart tin Jorhes Longmsa Wm H Greco David H Delanter Emory Frey Chas A Misner Wa FL Blickenstaff and Joseph O Lewis. Heavers District lists JobA Biter Gao O Alexander Wm A Armsparger Jobnn R Lantz Richard Tome Harvey M Baobrman Chester M Univer John Relbaugh Sr Onas O Pryor and Ohas Me Tema.
Mr and Mrs James Gresnawalt entertained a number of friends at a whist party at their home last night. Fine refreshments were served.
The Circuit Court convened at 9.20 am with Associate Judge Benderson. In Byron Etchison v James M Rice, administrator of Reuben G D Rice, a suit for 190 dollars for services, the jury verdict favored the plaintiff. Mary Etshisor v James M Rice, administrator, for 229 dollars for services, was placed on trial. An ad for electric Bitters promotes health benefits.
The Conservatory of Music winter recital in the college chapel impressed with skilled performances. Miss Galta and Miss Crane earned praise for technique and tone, while Miss Aperafi and Miss Swindell showcased promising talent. Mr Fout and Miss Price delivered strong numbers, and the chorus under Mr Beckwith impressed. A future lecture by Dr Bernard Steiner on nationalism in the United States is announced for January 27.
Frederick readers will note a cooking lecture feature by Miss Emma Suter Jacobs of Washington D C at the Corn Institute in the Masonic Temple on Friday February 20 1903. Jacobs directs the Washington public schools cooking department and will present demonstrations and food preparation insights amid a noted Maryland lecture tour. The item also mentions medical and cosmetic remedies and local advertisements.
Twenty six members of the Mary Jane Gating Club rode a large sleigh to Walkersville with five members meeting by train. Supper at Hotel Cramer featured oysters, turkey, ham, and desserts. an impromptu concert followed before returning home at 9 30. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is advertised with a money back guarantee.
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