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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1900
Page
1
The Annapolis Capital denies ghosts in Annapolis but notes goblin rumors. The Hagerstown Globe pushes for fewer street poles and criticizes their unsightly presence. Several editors comment on Agitational strikes, reform proposals, and the need for timely publication of new laws.
Fragmented clipping notes weather heat and bee work, a comet omen, and political chatter about McComas in Washington. Frederick packing firms forecast a 7.06 million bushel corn haul with daily canning output of 40,400. Tomato packing in Caroline and neighboring counties expected to surge, signaling growth in regional resources and agriculture.
Comic snippets from the era feature jolts of domestic humor and social notices. The Detroit Journal notes a distant husband and a pose of happiness at a wedding while the Indianapolis Journal jokes about a society column. other pieces poke fun at census talk and a mnemonic mishap with ironing plans.
From the Chicago Tribune. The Georgia School of Technology in Atlanta shows practical training pays off. Since its 1897 founding, $20,000 in machinery and $13,500 in material were donated, the textile department grew strong, and of ninety four graduates only nine remain unemployed. Most work as mechanical engineers, mill superintendents, or in technical roles earning good wages.
A satirical verse expresses anti campaign weariness from Washington era and skepticism about running. The second item reports an epidemic of diarrhea in Cesar’s Grove, Fin, with A Sanders crediting four doses of Cham berlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy for cure and recommending it to others. The ad notes it is sold by B. L. Pearre druggist and references The News.
Crief Bits presents a collection of wry quips and curios from the era. It notes August picnics already booked, a tobacco pipe with a whistle, and humorous reflections on dress, truth, and social rules. It also mentions weather contrasts and a claim that some people wear stocktozs with pride while others fear to wear them. The piece closes with assorted aphorisms about wisdom, vanity, and prudence.
State Entomologist Wallis G. Joneson reports during a Georgia trip that the West Indian peach scale threatens large Georgia orchards. He cites 150000 trees infested with San Jose scale and 60000 dug up to burn them, with 10000 trees killed near Tifton. Spraying and cooperative efforts are urged to save crops.
Smith-Colwell wedding in Rimersburg with Margaret Colwell. Warner- Geesey marriage at Unionville. Australian wheat sample reports 40 bushels per acre. local grain and hay prices. David Farsht returns after 20 years. Rev. G J Roadabash resignation from Myersville circuit.
A stranger selling imaginary silk at cut rates swindled local women in Frederick, taking advances for yardage and even promising a gold watch as collateral. Police traced the scam to the B. and C. depot, found several victims including a South Market Street resident who lost 2.25 and a watch, and a Church Street resident who paid for seven yards but never received the goods. The suspect fled town Wednesday evening, described as about five feet six inches tall, 130 pounds, German accent, with a dark mustache and discolored teeth.
The Wake of Death notes Mrs. Elizabeth Dixon died at her daughter's home at 4.35 this morning from general debility aged 71 with four sons and two daughters surviving. funeral Monday at 10 and interment at McOlivet. George W Notnagle, noted city plumber, died last night of consumption aged 31. funeral tomorrow at 3 with interment at Mt Olivet. Miss Rodey C. Stone died yesterday at her parents near Yellow Springs of consumption aged 21. funeral tomorrow at 2 from Brockhill chapel. James Creeger died at Thormont Wednesday. funeral held this afternoon. A wheel on Harris & Filler’s large delivery truck detached in front of John Eisenbauer’s store this morning, requiring unloading before wheel replacement. yesterday the wheel detached on Patrick street while heavily loaded with salt. Also a promotional note praising Chamberlains cough remedy from Newark, sold by A L Pearre.
FOR RENT. East Third Street house possession October 1 1900 with gas electric light bath and water closet. For further particulars contact H C Zacharias. iy2édi6
Maryland senator Me Wellington speaks at the Ebbitt House in Washington about China relief and US role. He says American troops should not be used for European aims and hints at timing for a political statement on McKinley and possible support for a gold Democratic ticket, citing business duties and uncertainty.
A Brevard NC notice extols Chamberlains Cholera and Diarrhoeal Remedy as reliable after 26 years use, urging stock on hand for early attack relief and possibly avoiding physician care, with sale through A Pearce Drugist. Also includes notices about a wrongfully left spouse, a Frederick County directors election, muzzling ordinances, art gallery ads, and a trust sale in a court case.
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