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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1891
Page
3
G G Green from Wasdbury NL reports August Flower relieved long standing stomach pains and biliousness after fifteen years of discomfort. He says the medicine gave a new lease on life and urges wider use for dyspepsia and related ailments. The note appears as a testimonial from a sole mufacturer in Humboldt at 58 West South Street.
Montreal July 27 seven children from Montigny and Pauras families and a Quebec sister’s daughter drowned when an old boat sank off the Maisie shore. The oldest was 45, youngest 3. Ten men and many women watched as the boat capsized within minutes and five bodies were recovered that afternoon. A separate report notes Columbia Iron and Steel mill in Amostown Pa set to resume after five months idle, with over $500,000 in creditor claims and $12,000 due in wages, planning full operation this week and employing 500 men.
A Curacao cargo seizure reveals sixty cases of weapons mislabeled as soap on the bark Curacao. Dutch authorities seized the ship at Willemstad after finding arms and ammunition. Reports suggest Hippolyte’s enemies may be plotting to regain control of Hayti, with vessels and agents active in the region.
San Doe Cal July 27 Colonel J E Allen, a noted engineer, describes a vast volcanic region in the Cocopah mountains ninety kilometers from Yuma in Lower California He reports more than 3000 active volcanoes split evenly between small cones ten to twelve feet at the base and larger forms thirty five to forty feet wide and fifteen to twenty five feet high The area is sulfur coated and features a hot salted water lake a quarter mile long and one eighth mile wide appearing bottomless with jet black water.
Miss Sarah Haverling, missing for a week from near Meckville, was found on the north slope of pine mountains about thirty five miles from home. She had wandered in woods, was emaciated and had slept outdoors, subsisting on berries.
The Parsporo National Bank of Ellicott City reports checks totaling 125,002. The National Bank of Gaithersburg plans a new building by August, with capital stock of 50,000. A New York man paid 7,500 for an iron fence to enclose cemeteries in Winchester. The Democratic State Convention will meet in Baltimore at Opera House at noon. George Boseard near Hagerstown injured his arm under a wheat load. Dr A Albaugh of Chicago died at 113 Michigan Ave. Emanuel Yingling fractured foot and ankle. amputation may be required. A cow fell into a limekiln at Carrollton Station but was unharmed. A crane was shot near Westminster. a large bird was felled. Prof Ely’s family moved to Black Rock. Lee McHenry joined Zachettas livery. A copper snake was killed. a toad escaped from its belly. Antietam Camp of Sons of Veterans met. Weather to Wednesday expected with storms. Araby Chapel festival income was 93.03. Daniel Haller had an old eye glass removed. A big excursion from Baltimore to Island Park. Jennie Smith spoke at Brunswick. Frank Miller, B&O agent at Frederick Junction, reports a new launch for the Dronocacy. A colored man injured a horse’s leg while mowing but escaped harm. Hygeia Ice factory started up. Archie Walsh injured his left foot, recovering at home. Read every page of The News for fresh local coverage.
Poipetrma July 27 a 16 year old girl employed as a servant by Edwards was charged with bearing and killing an infant found buried in a basket in a cellar. A 14 year old youth Frank Cornwall was arrested after naming him as the father. The child was born alive and healthy with a bruise on the head. Ida Reed, an orphan from Maryland, was connected to the Cornwalls in the investigation. A Denial from Secretary Nettleton Washington July 27 assistant secretary denies a Washington Herald report of a bureau dispute and resignation talks stating no truth or shadow of truth. He says his son cannot be appointed private secretary and notes his son is years old.
A massive wreck near Middletown involving the National Cash Register excursion train killed three and injured seventeen. The crash followed a rear collision after a drawbar failure, with many victims sustaining severe injuries and amputations. Separate reports recount a France collision near Saint Maude with dozens injured and rising death tolls. Additional incidents include a Chattanooga suburban derailment caused by a cow on the track and a fatal fall of a railroad yard worker at Sharon Hill station.
Miss Jennie Zerbe of Lebanon county was severely injured while washing a team with hot water when an explosion sent a sharp piece severing her arm at the wrist. The artery was exposed and she bled profusely before rescuers halted the flow.
The Sunday services list multiple denominations including Heavenen Rev Gill in Mark, Rev Edo Shiridge of Baltimore in Phitoplase, and regional sermons by Rev James Addison Ingle. Meetings for Sunday School teachers, confirmation services, and preparatory communion events are noted, with various churches hosting services through the week and special gatherings at Missionary, Lutheran, Catholic, and German congregations.
A meeting of the Board of Aldermen will be held in the evening at o'clock to fix the city tax levy for the year 1801.
In a Swiss hotel tale of domestic harmony unfolds as Henry M. Stanley and Mrs Stanley react to a telegram about a rumored separation. The couple dismiss nerves, defend their marriage, and laugh off press gossip amid a lively family gathering. Separate notes detail Stanley’s accident in Switzerland and other world events.
Purely personal notes list visits and guests in Meade City area. Names include Nick Flemog Florence McDonall, Margare Bish, Annie Campbell, Elizabeth Knott, Agnes Lowell, Wm Zimmerman, Wm Croaise, Beckie Croaise, Eta Traitor, Wr Sich, J.P. Storm, and many others visiting relatives or staying as guests at homes across streets and nearby towns. Mentions trips to Baltimore, Waynesboro, Sharptown, Perryville, Atlantic City, Rehoboth Beach, and Asbury Park with summer plans and brief seaside visits. Public figures like Rev Luther Kubloan and Col Wm H Lowdermilk noted, along with career mentions such as Dr. Wm Neill appointed assistant surgeon in West Virginia National Guard.
A Baltimore area style bulletin lists letters in Frederick city post office on Saturday July 25 189. items include Lapyes list and names like Alvsugh Bell Miss Mai Bl Miss Fanny Taylor. Also notes Teachers Association cars for Pen-Star reunion blocked. Secretary Blaine driven in a carriage with son Emmens and illness rumors denied. A teenage girl Jennie Kurtz dies by suicide after paternal conflict. A Greenvi ll e church lightning damages spire. These items reflect local notices and brief national color in a compact 19th century wire style.
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