24 Jun 1897
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1897
Page
1
Harrisburg reports indicate a debate in the Legislature over school funding and district costs. A House vote favors reducing state expenditures by altering funding formulas based on pupil counts and district size, affecting urban and rural areas alike. The measure includes adjustments to salaries and expenses for state officials and staff.
Lawrence Horan of Fairmont West Virginia praises Dr Bell's Baby Syrup as the best soothing remedy he has used for two years. The ad urges mothers to avoid substitutes and notes a price of 25 cents, directing readers to 108 North Market Street for purchase.
A disastrous blaze swept a New York City storage area yesterday, gutting a warehouse and damaging adjacent rooms. Firefighters battled intense flames for hours with engines from multiple companies, concentrating efforts on the blaze and evacuating nearby streets as smoke filled the area. The incident disrupted nearby traffic and prompted authorities to assess damages and investigate the cause.
Two young children were seriously hurt in Cleveland after a fall over a precipice in a Brooklyn park. The elder girl tried to save her companion but may not survive.
The article describes a gala at Covent Garden with a royal pageant attended by notable figures. It highlights imperial procession, Windsor route, Buckingham Palace influences, and ornate uniforms. It notes flowers, gowns, and jewels including diamonds worn by the Princess of Naples and Grand Duchess Sergius.
Fragmentary OCR describes a large emerald and jewel studded items, an English royal audience, and officials including ambassadors. It mentions Spencer Bal and a change of grand tier box ownership, with unclear references to locations and names.
James Kilbreth, longtime collector for the Port of New York, died aged 75 after a lengthy career. He led the port’s customs administration for four years and was remembered in a late evening service. Survivors and funeral details are unavailable.
The New Haven Student reports a nine minute mile course achievement with text indicating voter and political notes. References to Asa W Bushnell A W Jones Jacob F Burkett Frank Monnett and Samuel Caropbell are present in a random political portion.
After a daylong session the Senate closed the wool schedule debate touching manufactured woolens and wood products. Senators sparred over tariff rates while references to William and others drew attention to alleged influence payments in the controversy.
Nationa lences Baltimore and Philadelphia teams scored. Wilkes 3 and Syras Athletic figures are mentioned amid a jumble of names and dates. A June 22 note cites Dr Angell and a minister to Turkey with a retirement context and other unclear references.
Market notes show fluctuating demand in Los markets with sterling activity described as strong. Cattle sizes and hogs trading unevenly with medium weights and rough figures. Lambs range from 3.15 to 4.75 per unit. Veal calves also listed with varying prices and demand.
Mr Brook I Jamtaen of Walkersville has been awarded the county commissioners contract to furnish coal for the court house. The award letter confirms supply terms and meeting the public bidding requirements.
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