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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1901
Page
4
An independent newspaper notes Fourth of July excess with talk of moon phases and fireworks, then shifts to crime and policing. It cites West express train heists, city corruption, Flynt on crime, and calls for constant vigilance to keep vice in check and ensure honest government.
A Baltimore Star note hopes debtors will avoid default as the tax on bank checks is repealed, easing obligations. The brief reflects on fiscal relief and consumer finances amid policy change.
The Baltimore Herald notes profits from saving the country while pension rolls swell to about 096 000. The Baltimore News criticizes Grand Army Commissioner Heaney amid political tensions. The Baltimore American praises Schley’s leadership as the Brooklyn and Oregon fought the Spanish fleet, arguing the flagship’s record speaks for itself.
A collage of humorous newspaper quips from various papers. Dialogues touch on smoking, debts, a man’s life story, political ambition, announcements of subscription changes, and a running gag about news freshness. Names and places appear in a jejune, satirical vernacular.
The piece argues close commercial relations between Cuba and the United States are essential for stable government on the island. It cautions against Cuba seeking independent trade status that would trigger conflicts with other Powers, notes the Platt amendment as a framework, and calls for closer ties and mutual benefit in Cuba’s future.
Mrs Jack Gardner prominent Boston society leader builds a Venetian style residence on Tack Bay. A stone wall surrounding the estate has locals curious about the purpose and the project. Gardner declines to discuss details, leaving questions about the mansion’s design and intent.
Purely Personal lists Miss Blanche Rudy of Middletown visiting relatives in Lovettsville Virginia and several other locals visiting relatives or staying with friends in Buckeys town Creagers Jefferson Washington Waynesboro and Ocean Grove NY. includes professors travelers and visits to Ann Arbor and Washington County with many family connections and summer plans.
During a hot harvest day several farmers report horses dying from heat. Frank Hammond near Liberty town lost a Percheron mare, while Wm. N. Etzler, a stage driver’s horse failed in the field. Others including Mt. Tabor, Myersville, Buckeystown, Walkersville, Johnsville and Libertytown area farms also reported horse deaths and near misses.
The funeral of Mrs Mary J Phobus was held from St John s Catholic church with Maas said by Rev Fr Chipman Tha S tear. Interment at St Joan s cemetery. Funeral directors A T Rice & Sons. Mrs Eleanor Ann Mahoney died and funeral held from Home for the Aged with services by Rev Dr Osborne Iogle. Pallbearers listed and interment at Mt Olivet cemetery. Funeral of Mrs Mary O Dela plane held yesterday at 11 with services at the house by Rev Dr Todd. Pallbearers named and interment Mt Olivet cemetery. Informant was made at Mt Olivet. C Carty was the funeral director.
June health officer report shows 14 deaths with 7 males 7 females and 8 white 6 colored, ages mainly 30 to 50. Causes include convulsions gastritis marasmus pneumonia and meningitis among others. There were 17 births 15 white 2 colored, 7 males 10 females. Market quotations listed for corn wheat hay and other items. An endorsement extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a testimonial from Mrs. Guaris Baker of Bookwalter Ohio. Sold by A. L. Barre.
Mies Oscelia Saup of Zanesville Ohio and Mr Wellington W Hammond of St Louis wed at the home of cousins on lower Washington avenue in Cairo Illinois. Rev J B Dippenbrook officiated before relatives and a few friends. The bride wore white malle chiffon with Valenciennes lace. After a breakfast reception the couple left for a westward trip and plan to reside in St Louis. Gifts included a cake from Rees Bros.
An archival excerpt from Washington Star and Atlanta Constitution reflects on ease and duty as paths to wisdom and wealth It contrasts lazy song with responsibility and endurance Then shifts to a nostalgic verse to distant friends asking remembrance and enduring love in a world of blight
Two equity cases in Frederick County court discuss Auditor reports filed in June 1901. Orders set dates to ratify and confirm the reports unless objections are shown, with newspaper notice requirements. Names include Gartrell Gertrell Norwood and Kolb, Hankey, Mathias, and others. Notices request publication for two weeks.
Isaac Pleasant a well known colored man died after heat illness while helping with harvest on Mrs. Mary Worman’s farm in Harmony Grove. He was moved to his Blimehart’s Alley home, medical aid given, but never regained consciousness. Funeral planned Saturday at Quinn’s chapel with services at 2 PM. he leaves a widow three sons and one daughter.
Dr. W. E. Boteler of Middletown, father of Dr. W. O. Boteler of this city, aged 79, suffered a severe fall in bed last Wednesday morning. He struck his head on a bed post, creating a V shaped wound on the crown, a split nose and bruised eye. Dr. E. L. Beckley attended and dressed the injuries.
Sr. Wm. Cookerly, near Middletown, injured his right big toe while helping his father John E. Coakerly build a barn on the Houck farm near Frederick. The wound worsened after several days and caused ongoing trouble. Races Tonight At Athletic Park promise a season highlight with motor and cycle events, music, dancing, and bowling. The main race may feature Pampel of Frederick against the Hagerstown winner from yesterday, with rare motorcycles setting pace.
An advertising note promotes Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting laxative for the whole family. It claims gentle action, soothing effect, and satisfaction, urging households to keep a bottle on hand. Product is manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co.
An advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a guarantee by Grove's signa ture on each box and promises a refund of the money if the remedy fails to cure a cold. The ad notes a 25¢ news payment.
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