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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1899
Page
2
The item discusses political figures and events including Col. Roosevelt, Governor Lowndes, and Sydney Mudd, with commentary on Maryland politics. It cites the Hagerstown Mail criticizing the governing clique and notes a dispute involving Lieutenant Hodgson and Admiral Schley over the Santiago battle. It includes social commentary on babies thinking and a brief weather remark.
The account recounts a debated maneuver when the Brooklyn neared the Texas during the battle and a suggestion to back engines was rejected. It asserts Admiral Schley’s judgment prevailed and rejects criticism from Mr Hodgson and the New York Sun for fabricating dialogue.
A Baltimore Herald quote praises American soldiers in the Philippines while the Lagerstown Mail notes rising anti-imperialist youth. The Antietam Commission prepares Maryland’s Civil War monument dedication in September symbolizing a Union Confederate reunion. Cumberland Independent argues vagrants threaten Cumberland, urging strict enforcement to deter tramps despite costs.
A collage of light quips and quotes from newspapers. It includes a playful boxing dispute over David vs Gollar under Queensberry rules, Paris officials noting unrest, a Washington Star jab at trusts, a photographer joke with a wall spot, and a Populist exchange about religion and politics.
From the New York Herald a rider on dusty roads seeks the reliable farmer well for thirst. Caution is urged as many wells are foul from roadside use and contamination.
Letters from readers discuss farm drainage and typhoid fears near a well. The Knights of Pythias picnic is planned for July 12. Farmers report wheat Harvest advances with new machinery. Bicycle riding declines since earlier summers. A potential bicycle team race between Hagerstown and Frederick is proposed. An electric Frederick to Libertytown road is urged for regional benefit. Court Park walk improvements are deferred by county commissioners.
A patchwork page notes poetry about Nellie becoming Eleanor and a pompadour, plus a playful folk piece on bullfrogs in the suburbs. It also contains a driving mishap report, nutty ads for health tonics, a calamity-free charity line, and liquor claims.
How to catch bass using eddies in the Putomag river with flies and various baits. July through August yield four to seven pound fish, with catfish bait and bobbing methods described. August and September favor crickets and grasshoppers. minnows preferred earlier in the season. Fly fishing and trolling with light gear are noted, with practical tips on line, floats, and boat position.
An essay compares Hamlet’s supposed health issues to digestion and blood purity. It promotes Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as the cure for digestive trouble and nervousness. It also endorses Karl’s Clover Root Tea and notes sales by Albert Learre.
Notices announce candidates for renomination for the Orphans Court judge in Frederick County. Henry B Wilson seeks Republican renomination. Jacob M Burly also seeks the role subject to convention decisions. Includes unrelated ads for a sheriff notice and local businesses.
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