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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1899
Page
2
The piece notes Admiral Sampson arranging a July 3 celebration tied to Schley's San tiago victory, while Kentucky Democratic contests and Manila censorship cloud details. a contrast with a firehouse race in Maryland and evolving views on whipping posts amid a broader public debate.
Law Notes discusses juvenile punishment by whipping, arguing it could cut prison costs and prevent juvenile offenders from mingling with criminals, offering a chance to reform. Critics warn of potential abuse and long-term harm to youths.
A Baltimore Herald remark questions Admiral Schley's company, while Port Deposit Press mocks Alger and notes soldiers’ sacrifice in the Philippines. Easton Ledger discusses Dewey’s potential home choice amid Washington politics. Cumberland Independent canes in August convention timing for state officers, forecasting a shorter campaign and studying platforms before November.
A collage of comic quips from early 20th century papers. Jokes about heredity, good boys, and slangy banter feature characters Aunt Sophia Tommy and Mrs Nowwed. Candid lines note family foibles, school life, and lighthearted social bite.
Wise professors urge graduates to elevate public morality and private responsibility, replacing spoils with civil service and narrowing political action to political ends. The Chicago Tribune argues Admiral Dewey deserves a modest Washington home, noting precedent from Grant Sherman and Sheridan and praising private subscriptions if needed.
Joe Chew announces a challenge to Zach Mann and David Wineberg for a one mile race at the park on Thursday evening and predicts a walk over. The notice also mentions De Witt's Little Early Risers as a remedy for sick headache and related ailments.
Poetic fragment from Truth. A Woman's Thought appears as a morning reverie about Marjory wandering through a garden in a gay Dolly Varden gown. The speaker in a ledger voice imagines Marjory’s radiant world and a worn, yearning heart seeking love while restraining desire and duty.
Mr. Edward Harmon visits his Frederick aunt while locals note Sunday fishing protests. Annual July picnics and a July 4 band festival at John Zimmerman's grove promise music and amusements. A temperance service and a Koontz's chapel festival are planned with a Green Valley gathering. Wheat harvest looks good and an excursion train from Washington to Winchester moved readers. Ephraim Eckenrode and John Eckenrode graduate at St Charles College with plans for theology study. Rev Bernard Sweeney dies in Baltimore.
Special Dispatch reports the Clyde line steamship Pawnee burned at sea near New York on June 27. Twenty passengers were aboard. the fate of the crew is unknown.
The Frederick market shows prices with 2 cents per bushel for some items and 38 cents per bushel for others. A barrel price reaches 20 dollars, reflecting rising costs as buyers note strong demand.
News from Maryland reports Sparrows Point strikers claim 400 men quit at Sparrows Point yesterday. Other items note Baltimore plant consolidations and labor actions, plus local court and political updates.
The Friday June 1 game between Fountain Mills and Frederick shapes up as the season's most intriguing so far. Dr. A J Harris of Maryland University will catch, with Mr. McSherry Burges umpiring for Frederick. Gittinger and Creager form the home battery, and Frederick uses its July lineup in the field.
A large crowd witnessed several races at Athletic Park last evening. Camden Ramsberg led in a mile exhibition over William Grove. In the handicap, Lambright won with McDonald second, while Schmidt also competed. A pursui t race between Schmidt and Lambright is promised next Thursday evening.
Obituaries list several local deaths including Edgar Biehl of Marlowe Berkeley County age unknown, Jennie Nicodemus of Sams Creek Unionville wife of Morgan Nicodemus, George W. Williams of North Kleinheart Alley at 22, William Robertson of East Third Street at 81, and Maria Flohr age 40 with services and interments at local churches and cemeteries. Surviving spouses and children noted. interments at Haughs church Linganore Laboring Sons Greenmount Thurmont mentioned.
A humorous tale warns of blindness to riches and health. An ad touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters for digestion and nerves. Dr King’s New Discovery is hailed as a universal remedy for throat chest and lung ailments with a free trial at A L Pearre's Drug Store.
In Frederick County, Jacob M. Birley announces candidacy for Judge of the Orphans' Court to be decided by the Republican Nominating Convention. James W. Robinson submits his bid for sheriff in Woodsboro District No 11, also subject to the Republican convention, thanking supporters and soliciting party backing.
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