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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1903
Page
4
A cluttered digest notes press and mail rates, the News office tie to the Telephone Exchange, and solicitations from across the country. It highlights Maryland floods and political expectations, Gould’s city port plans, and warns parents about deadly toy pistol noise deaths in Nine towns reporting lockjaw linked to Fourth of July fireworks.
The American Ornithologists Union and New York State Audubon Society report a milestone as the Millinery Merchants Protective Association of New York pledges to stop dealing in cattled birds of the sea. Chicago and western groups discuss similar pacts to guard remaining breeding colonies and prevent mass extinction amid ongoing bird protection efforts. Local concern remains for other species facing threats and the need for legislative action to extend safeguards nationwide.
The text argues against extolling cruelty by promoting fashion choices that require women to support slaughter for plumage. It highlights a shift toward cultivating sentiment that dissuades aiding such acts for hats and bonnets.
Contemporary commentary ranges from satire on Santa Claus abolition to debates on a revived Hepburn pure food bill. Washington interest grows as lawmakers weigh a national standard to curb adulterated foods, domestic and imported, amid stalled legislation and public concern.
A jumble of clippings and quips from various papers. Snippets include a peddler dialogue about a complosion quantifier and a Widow, remarks on a well informed neighbor, and a blind man who could sense color by touch. There are punny exchanges about typewriters and wings of the army.
The Washington Star reports Sir Thomas Lipton enjoyed a singing salute from yacht enthusiasts at Long Island Sound. The verse conveyed American sentiment toward the America's Cup challenger, noting no snobbery but strong hope Lipton may earn the cup if worthy. The piece contrasts Lipton with Dunraven, praising Lipton's efforts to erase past unpleasantries.
Dark clouds hang as a storm approaches in a composed verse from Hausa Hewitt Green and others. The piece contrasts fear and foreboding with nature and prayer, ending with a stark reminder of the forthcoming tempest.
Special correspondence describes Parisian style in Bah anigqae as crowds admire gowns shown on verandahs of lending Sotel. The text notes undigested securities in wallets, the pleasure of rich society, and a parade of Moon dresses with linen, cluny lace, Venetians, and moonlight trims.
A Delineator illustrated white voile ensemble combines bodice No 0975 and skirt No 6943 with a fitted water lining and circular bertha. The seven gore skirt features narrow tucks, shirrings, and side slits, option for long or medium swoop. blue accordion chiffon accents appear in a Saturday hop look worn by a Philadelphia blond with blue satin ribbon knots. Silk mull lace and net gowns in soft fabrics are noted, with decorative passementerie and lace details throughout.
A Brunswick railroad worker reported to Constable Rowland the loss of seven dollars and a B&O pass during a Monday night in Hagerstown. He and a companion from Brunswick were seen at a West Church Street resort. The pocketbook and pass vanished. women at the gathering claimed no knowledge and the two Brunswick men were later questioned by local officers.
The fourteenth fungal reunion of the Botorated churches of Southern Poua ax yadis Maryland Virginia West Virginia and the District of Columbia will be held at Pen Mar tomorrow. The event is expected to attract large crowds with extra train service from Baltimore and a program featuring Rev Ellis Hay Rev Biray Rev W J Memminger and Dr Memminger plus instrumental and vocal music from Baltimore. The Pen Mar orchestra will perform and the schedule will be shortened to two hours to prevent rail transportation issues.
In Oxford Maryland, the old grapevine planted by John Willis in 1799 is deteriorating. The trunk near the ground measures nearly three feet in circumference, though the vine once covered over 600 square feet and yielded many grapes. The vine and its long history tie to the Willis family and Oxford’s port era.
A refined social event marked the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs John S Quinn Sr at 193 West South street with music, refreshments, and many gifts. Attendees included A W Carleton of Norfolk Julia A Barnes of Xenia Nettie Levy Middletown Md and numerous local residents. Also noted was a separate report of medical incidents and a charitable testimonial for Chamberlain's remedies.
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