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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1904
Page
6
An independent newspaper piece discusses political reform during a session, mentions Henry Watterson and Senator Hadya, and critiques correspondence schools. It notes postal delays, advertising junk and the rise of mail courses for diverse subjects, while acknowledging some value in distance study despite university advantages.
The Baltimore American quotes a call for the people to elect U S senators and let legislatures handle their business. The colonial Monday night event drew many legislators to hear Hans Wagner make an allusion to false statements about the performance.
The fragment discusses the Legislative impasse over a gubernatorial contest and calls for electing a Senator to end the session disruption. It condemns political cabal tactics and urges Mr. Gorman to oppose despotic influence and intraparty intrigues in Maryland politics.
A collage of humorous clipped lines from various papers recounts remarks about Shakespeare, court life, and a poodle show. Dialogues include a man disillusioned with Hamlet money making, a teacher on a hornet, a bride worried about dinner, and a man joking about jury duty.
Columns from Chicago and Philadelphia discuss open door policy toward China and a sensational breakfast adulteration report. The Milwaukee Sentinel weighs Hale against a congressional postal inquiry and praises Payne led department investigations as more thorough.
A collection of verse and prose notes from a 19th century Philadelphia bulletin style page. It includes a rustic morning lyric about nature and duty and a maritime tale of two ships meeting in Plymouth sound. Also a rural protest piece by E F P Mourray Jr criticizing rural ignorance.
The Maryland Legislature action requesting Admiral Schley be assigned to Annapolis to exercise his franchise is met with Navy officials declining comment until formal adoption. Officials say the only fitting post would be Naval Academy superintendent, a role currently held by Captain Brownson, with no other suitable senior position available. The note also references a general warning in the same column about a cold remedy ad.
A rambling winter morning column blends family life with a dense price list. It notes a small bazaar scene in January, household chores, and groceries including eggs butter poultry fruit vegetables fish meats and miscellaneous items with varying prices.
Mr Charles T Cook president of Tiffany Sons New York receives from the King of Italy through the Royal Embassy in Washington the Cross of Knight Officer of the Royal Order of La Corona a Italy. The diploma is sent with the insignia and a letter from the Minister of Foreign Affairs praising his cooperation in the United States Section at the Paris 1902 International Exposition of Modern Decorative Art.
The second decoration for Mr Cock and the fourth for Tiffany & Co marks a string of international honors for an American firm. Charles L Tiffany founded the house and was made a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor in France.
Mr. Lewis F. Blank of Rocky Springs and Miss Bertie E. Summers of Harmony, both in this county, were quietly married last Wednesday by Rev. 8. M. Hanch at his North Market Street residence.
Dr Knopf, a leading tuberculosis expert, argued consumption is not hereditary and urged public health action. He outlined transmission modes, emphasized prevention, sanitation, sanatoria, and state health funding while criticizing private philanthropy's limits.
In a spirited talk during the nationals week, Ban Johnson and Jimmy Manning discussed national politics. Johnson, once a baseball player, endorsed Senator Gorman for the presidency, vowing to work for his election if nominated by Democrats.
The Belles Lettres, Alcott, and Juvenile Literary Societies held regular meetings with reports, readings, debates, and officer elections. The Belles Lettres sided with the affirmative on a jail and almshouse resolution, while the Alcott and Juvenile groups scheduled future meetings and duties. An unrelated note advertises another edition of an Artistic Portrait Calendar and Father John’s Medicine promotions.
Capital stock paid in, surplus fund, undivided profits, expenses and taxes paid. Due to other National Banks. Individual deposits total 459 20. Frederick County West Virginia star. J W L Carty, cashier, swears to accuracy. dated January 27, 1904, before Chas B T Hendrickson Notary Public. directors McCarbeli Ordemam Birely.
English engineer Mr Peter Thornley unveils a compact motor claim to double railway engine speed and halve fuel costs. The motor reportedly runs at 1500 rpm delivering vast power under 200 psi boiler pressure, with potential for faster Atlantic crossings and lower coal usage. If proven, one ton of coal could rival eight tons from current systems.
Advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the cure for cuts wounds burns and sore joints and feet with claims of best salve on earth for piles and lists A L Pearces drugstore and Louis Otte The Buffalo as promoters in a period style pitch.
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