Great Drainage Project Rumors Stir Louisiana Land Plans
An 1910 discussion reports a proposed $1.5 million swap to drain vast Louisiana tracts for arable use. The plan involves New Orleans interests with railroads and would transform millions of acres in Louisiana and neighboring states into productive farmland, boosting cotton potential and future food supply.
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Newaelenne
Auc
New Orleans
Agg Fe
Hiavlg Central
Lucite
United States
Lousiana
Mississippi
Arkansas
Tanaveree
Kentucky
Alnois
Own
Goylien
Hinds
Donmin
Swamp Bindings Mention in Valley Property Debate
Fragmentary text suggests a discussion on swamp lands and property rights affecting Congress's enterprise plans. The note hints at a broader policy debate without clear names, dates, or locations.
Utilities repeal bill sparks debate in Annapolis
The Baltimore News reports ongoing discussion on a public utilities repeal bill tied to monopoly concerns. Lawmakers wrestle with aims and timing as stakeholders urge clear, decisive action to avoid muddling the bill’s purpose for city and state utilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annapolis
Jena
Baltimore News
Brief exchange quotes from era papers on manners and business
A collage of quotable lines from 19th century newspapers. Dialogues touch on shady dealings, marriage proposals, listening versus talking, and a comic misquote about travel and latitude.
Voice of the Press Personal Quilt and Divorce Laws
A compilation from the New York World and Philadelphia Inquirer critiques indicting the Red Trust as academic and argues trust leaders belong in prison. It condemns New Jersey and New York divorce laws as inconsistent and urges uniform legislation and a constitutional amendment to empower Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Department of Justice
Red
Philadelphia Inquirer
Ava Willing Astor
Jacob Astor
Astor
New Jermey
Jerae City
Hoboken
New Yor
Congress
Moments with the MSE Psalm Fragment
A devotional meditation quotes Psalm lines and beams on faith amid life’s trials. The text includes scattered OCR fragments and a closing note that a small advertisement in The News can yield results.
Large Barn Fire Destroys Animals at Long Farm Near Ley’s Station
Fire at William Long’s farm near Ley’s Station destroyed a large barn and killed eight horses twelve cattle forty sheep and forty four lambs. One horse escaped badly burned. Hay feed and harness were lost. Loss estimated between 5000 and 6000 dollars partly covered by insurance. Suspected incendiary origin.
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Wiliam Long
Williaga Long
Ley
Local Notices and Movements Around Town
Several residents and visitors pass through town on business or for short visits. Names include Mr. Charlie Graserle, Mr. Daniel W. Zents from Thurmont, and Mr. John H. Howard, with remarks on relatives and hotel stays. Edward C. Burner enjoys local popularity. Howard family from Glee Rock, Pa, appears among travelers.
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Charlie Graserle
Daniel W. Zents
Thurmont
Wan
Frederink
John H. Howard
Thatcity
Yorbon
Augustus Ford
Positide
Itt
Lowie M. Hatter
Paper Banger
Burg
Isslsing
Ned Mere
Rm. Charles Flopayhoes
West Patdck
Moger Doll
East Recod Street
Rvt
Mranklin Savings Nauk
Susie
Baltigorg
Ingonome
North Bentz Street
Edward C. Burner
Rubia
Beckley Aid
Adelaide
Sonallwowd
Ingvasebor
Balthyorg
Lavarel
Washington
Mer
Ma. Howard
Glee Rock
City Hotel
Jobn H. Howard
Brighter Prospects From Baltimore Railroad Wage Talks
Conferences at the Hotel Astor between the Baltimore to Ohio conductors and trainmen and Dr Charles P Neli US Labor Commissioner suggest a settlement of wage demands and working conditions. Reports indicate progress toward an agreement as talks continue with company officials and union leaders.
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Baltipore
Olito
Metel
Charles TP Neli
Lalor
Tidamow
Neth
Woo. Lee
Order of Traloinen
Atr Garret
Alo
John G. Walker
Nom
Walker
Ole
Geneva
Behasxon
Desperate minister wounds self after threats in Rohrersville church
Rev John Clippinger cut his throat and wrists with a razor in Rohrersville Washington County yesterday. Neighbors intervened and saved him from death. he remained in critical condition with a troubled recovery outlook after a prior throat surgery in Hagerstown. He later expressed a wish to die while conscious, as authorities and physicians worked to stabilize him.
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John
Trethrony
Rohrersville
Washington County
Doubtus
Chipalager
Hagerstown
Xeon
Uelchbor
Cup Tliger
Alesis
Heiter
Mr. Clippinger
Washington
High School Team to Meet Frederick College Five
In the Y M C A gym tonight a expected hard fought City League game pits the High School five against the Frederick College quintet. Fans show enthusiasm as teams strive for the pennant in close standings.
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Frederick College
Social events mark March gatherings at Clagettsville and area
A lively social evening occurred at Mrs. Harry Mernon's home in Clagettsville on Tuesday March 8 with many guests and games. A separate reception hosted by Mr and Mrs John C Lambert of Cheatnut Grove honored their son J Ira Lambert and his bride on March 3 with relatives and friends among the attendees. Francis H Markell celebrated his birthday with a dinner at Boxwood Lodge near Urbana.
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Harry Mernon
Ciagetteville
W. Cain
Cook Burdette
John Haines
Ed. Bellison
Jammie Moxley
Daisy
Maud Hurley
Purdum
Nick Watkins
Ridgeville
Bersie
Mamie Bellison
Mamie Burdette
Della
Amanda Watkine
Nettle Gus
Clagettsville
Messia
Maurice Watkins
Lawrence Long
Robert Windsor
Howard Majors
John Mullinix
Clarence Scott
Harry Gue
Irs Brown
Phillip
Long Corner
Wilie Brown
Morgan Davall
Howard Moxley
Dogtown
Amos Watkins
Clagettaville
Joan C. Lambert
Cheatnut Grove
J. Ira Lambert
Chace Boyer
Middletown
John Lambert
Abba
Braddock
Harry Castle
Feagaville
Douglas Castle
W. L. Kemp
Zimmerman
John Siog
John Bussard
Katie Tuesard
Bertha King
May Kemp
Lena Lambert
Rhodelia
Zidamerman
May Summer
Grave Lambert
Messrs
Millard
Elmer Kemp
Tobies Zimmerman
Arthur Lambert
Wm. King
Francis H. Markell
Boxwood Lodge
Urbana
Bia
German Arctic Quest Aims for Pole by Submarine Boat
German explorer von Payer presents Dr Anechutz of Kiel as the inventor behind a ten year plan to reach the north pole using a submarine boat capable of 100 feet beneath the ice. The device reportedly reveals the pole direction and is patented worldwide, installed on German warships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anne Gnoar
de von Payer
Kiel
Anechutz
North Pole
Anschutz
von Payer
Anschute
Frederick Market Prices March 11 1910
Market prices listed for wheat corn oats hay and Timothy with figures in dollars per bushel per ton and per bale. Prices include No 1 Tim No 2 Tim No 1 Mixed No 2 Mixed Clover and various hay and feed items. Some entries are unclear or partially damaged but convey grain feed values and commodity ranges.
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Aled
Timothy
Tim
Farm Sold Near Jamaville in Baltimore Market
Auctioneer Dorsey Oden sold the late Reuben M. Moxley farm near Jamaville, 784 acres, to Al B. Smith for 35.50 per acre. Francis Smith acted in fact for the estate. The sale draft notes advertise a skeptical remark about advertising.
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Dorsey Oden
Jamaville
Obo Francis Smith
Reuben M. Moxley
al B. Smith
Banks Promote Safe Room and Polices for Clients
A historic bank memo promises modern facilities for prompt transactions. It highlights ample vault and safe room for policies and valuables and pledges courteous, satisfactory service consistent with prudent banking.
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