24 Jun 1884
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1884
Page
1
Thousands praise a tonic sold by Garret & Co claiming liver and blood purification. Advertisers tout rapid relief and savings on doctor visits, urging purchase of the elixir as a universal remedy from reliable sellers. The piece cites testimonials and distribution through Pace UUs and Stovquist outlets.
An advertise like snippet touts Dr Fahrney and son teething syrup Dr Fahrney health restorer blood purifier and liver invigorator and Shilor’s Vitalizer with guaranteed results Also mentions Williamson Co as seller and a testimonial from Rev G H Thayer Bourm Ind claiming cure for consumption
A son stands accused in a case involving alleged takings from his dying mother. The report notes accusations surrounding the family, with details about the events and the financial motive as presented by authorities. The story mentions witness recitals and expected court action.
A fragmented telegram style item notes a death in Dallas and questions if it was murder or self harm. It mentions Connett, Wharrey, and Mansfield, and a coroner or court proceeding tied to a legal action. Nearby, two large black snakes over five feet were seen and killed. Mentions include George Lewis, a Hoof farmer, and local activity about hay and a new binder purchased by Mr. BOS. Also references Jefferson improving, M E B church medal sales, Miss Mollie Culler going to the mountains, Miss Minnie Shaif and Fannie Zimmerman in Knoxville, and Daniel Hersperger visiting. George Aan Sr. died at home Saturday night.
In Ladiesburg a beekeeper notes hive production with 60 pounds of honey already drawn and about 13 pounds more in reserve. By mid month plans call for 100 pounds of surplus honey from draw boxes, with expectations of further gains as bees prosper. The beekeeper also mentions a new ingenious hive design. The heat last week proved challenging, with several locals overcome by the heat.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve marketed as a worldwide medical wonder. Rented to speed healing of burns cuts ulcers salt rheum fever sores canker chaps ped n hands and all skin eruptions. Guaranteed to cure or money refunded. 25 cents per box. Sold by Gaa WU & Steele.
Large crowd attends the annual premiums and medals program at the Academy of the Visitation B V M on East Second Street. Graduates receive honors while choruses, piano and harp pieces, and selections by the Verdi and Mozart repertoires echo through the hall. Annie M. Hammett and Quincy Mantz win top academic honors. the institute reports healthy finances and bright prospects for the future.
In Cincinnati on Third street a boy tossed a lit firecracker into Kate Murphy’s pocket. The blast ignited her clothing and caused serious burns. Passers-by aided her until patrol wagons carried her to the city hospital. Doctors warned the injuries were probably fatal. No culprit identified.
James Deepan, highway contractor and council candidate, lies with a fractured skull in St. Joseph's hospital after a drunken quarrel with his wife Ellen, who lies dead at their North Sixteenth Street home from a stab wound. In her dying statement she claims sole responsibility for the quarrel, absolving her husband.
At Oakwood near Rowlandville, June 23 a church festival erupted into a row. Constable John Dunn tried to arrest Hiram Crothers after he drew a knife and lunged at him. Dunn fired three times. one bullet struck Crothers in the thigh. Crothers was severely wounded but not deemed fatally so and was taken home due to loss of blood.
Sheriff C. R. Chandler of Linn county Kansas and two deputies tracked Lewis Wampler who murdered six Anderson family members near Pleasanton, Michigan, three weeks earlier. In mountains near Mountainpura Arkansas Wampler shot at the pursuers and then killed himself at close range. His body was sent to Pleasanton.
Wide Awake Druggists Garrett and Steele promote their agency for King's New Discovery for Consumption and related lung and throat illnesses. Sold as a trial bottle free with regular price, and Croft's Senna Figs and Worm Confection for children are offered by Steiner Bros.
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