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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1908
Page
6
Fragmentary remarks praise Judas Gray as a popular, magnetic figure with marked attainments and a potential vice presidential number four seen by the public, though the complete context and attribution are missing.
James T. McCleary proposes a seventy mile highway from Washington to Gettysburg Pa as a national memorial to Abraham Lincoln. The recommendation appears in a preliminary report to the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Commission of which McCleary is a member. The commission was appointed by Congress with members including Senator Wetmore and officials from state and war departments. An appropriation of 26 000 dollars funds the commission work.
Police and coroner teams press on in a cyanide poisoning inquiry linked to Dr. A Wilson. A woman is suspected, postal inspectors assist, and investigators seek the letter that triggered the case while Mrs Wilson remains critically ill at home.
Force of Lightning discussed at the Atlantic City convention with a Pacific coast expert citing lightning voltages between 0 000 and 2 000 000 and noting its potential to power global electrical appliances. Bishop Potter’s health deteriorates in Cooperstown with doctors signaling end near. Harrisburg report of Thomas Allan shot, living with eight abdominal wounds. Additional item promotes drug safety and a pharmacy ad.
July report from the board of pardons commuted the death sentence of Harry Orchard to life imprisonment. Orchard, a key witness linked to the Western Federation of Miners, had confessed to involvement in the Steunenberg murder and other killings. Judge Wood noted the commutation, reducing the penalty to imprisonment in the penitentiary.
General Wright of Tennessee swore in as secretary of war at noon in the War Department reception room. John Randolph administered the oath, John Echolsfield handed him his commission, and TaftFirst private caller congratulated Wright during the brief ceremony. The event was simple and lasted about an hour with bureau chiefs and officers in attendance.
July 2 Miss Emma Hearn and boarder Miss Agnes Hamilton encountered an intruder in the chicken yard at George Hearn's home. Agnes Hamilton fired four revolver shots wounding the burglar and killing a pig and a pet rooster found later. The burglar fled after Miss Hearn screamed.
Home of Samuel Jaakel in Pittsburg ransacked with 1406 in cash taken. Rear Admiral Charles H. Rockwell dies at Chatham Masa at 68 from apoplexy. Iron worker Wier Bates collapses at Reading Te, reportedly from the shock of his accent.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a local scene with references to Chamberlain and aisles. Readable items hint at a civic or retail setting and dates or names, but details are unclear. Further text needed to produce a precise summary.
The article surveys the strong American hopes at the 1906 London Olympics. It highlights stars like Sheppard Lightbody Coe and Butterfield among others, notes possible upsets from Jarvinen and Bonhag, and weighs jet lag and sea voyage risks on performance. The piece projects a possible Briton Viking clash with key Americans in sprint, hurdles, and distance events.
Norman Elberfeld, longtime player and aggressive infielder, is chosen by President Parrell to lead the New York Americans. Once unpopular for his scrappy style, he is expected to shift to a full executive role and devote himself to building the club. Born in 1895 era pro, Elberfeld rose from Clarksville to New York, with early mentor Earl and scout Grant recognizing his standout play and leadership potential.
The Mexican government pledges 250000 dollars in ten yearly installments beginning 2010 to support a national derby, with formal contract between the Department of Pomento and the Jockey Club. Entry bids close December 1, 1908 as discussions hint at rule changes.
In Lancaster and Harrisburg venues the Tri-State League posted results with wins for Harrisburg Altoona, Wilming ton beating Trenton 6 4 and Johnstown edging Poland 1 0. Standings show Harrisburg 37 24 60 and Lancaster 37 24 60.
In Cincinnati on July 2, it was announced that Pitcher Marquard of the Indianapolis club and Catcher Meyers of the St Paul club were purchased by the New York National League team for 17000. The sale marks unusually large payouts for minor leaguers, with Marquard fetching 11000 and Meyers 6080.
Quotations furnished by Frederick County Farmers' Exchanges dated 2 1908 list prices for corn yellow and white ear and shelled, oats, hay Timothy No 1 and No 2, barley, rough lumber and other commodities. Prices include per bushel or per barrel figures with ranges such as cornmeal 1.60, winter wheat 4.50, spring wheat 5.60 to 4.00, and hay 11.00 to 12.00 in various grades.
A fragment notes price comparisons for men’s footwear with claims of equal quality to competitors at about $2.00. The author hints at offering a better option elsewhere and asks the reader to report if a superior fit is found.
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