Questionable Congressional moves reforming travel and rates
The article, written in a vintage press voice, discusses reforming food laws and rail travel rates. It cites the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad two cent per mile rate, its revenue impact, and the potential effect on mail, telegraph, and telephone charges.
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Tellway
Billor
Philadelphia Ledger
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company
New York
New Haven
Hartford
Contemporay comment and rural chatter mix in early notices
A jumble of editorial snippets notes Secretary Taft’s dilemma on beach and bar, local farmer sentiment toward conferences, and a scientist’s remark on coal under sheds. The piece hints at oyster legislation debates and concerns about corrupt practices among reform-minded locals.
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Cumberland Times
Reform unity urged to curb corrupt practices
The Baltimore News argues for rapid reform to unite promoters of anti corruption bills on a single strong measure. It notes past oyster money disputes and entrenched prejudices hindered change and calls for prompt action before the coming session.
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Baltimore News
Humorous Exchanges on Wealth, Romance, and Rates
A batch of satirical quips from newspapers spoofing wealth lectures engagements and railway pricing. Jokes touch on vanity of riches love vows and fair fares as witty exchanges among readers from Washington Star Yonkers Statesman and Chicago News.
Revolt in Congress Darkens Statehood Debate
The Philadelphia Ledger analyzes Senate action on statehood and finds party lines weaken as the session opens. It notes the real influence shifts from formal caucuses to informal bargaining in cloakrooms, as a handful of men shape decisive outcomes.
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Philadelphia Ledger
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Molients With The Muse A Reassurance
A dialect poem fragment from Washington ETAR offers reassurance against grief and hardship. It urges not to fear sorrow or laughter, noting flowers bloom despite troubles and urging resilience through tough times. The piece blends sentiment with regional speech.
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal to Open March 20
Maryland news notes the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal will open for navigation on March 20. Mrs. Elizabeth George, 56, mother of four generations, died near Hagerstown. Washington county farmer OlIgets Fook valued at 50 000 ended his life by drinking carbolic acid. Troop A Maryland National Guard may be called to help quell the escaped murderer Windor. Eight deputy sheriffs guard new bridge work near Williamsport to deter union interference. Dr William H E Broadarmick of Cumberland wills estate income to his widow for life, then to his daughter. Cardinal Merry Del Val, acting for the Pope, blessed the Federation of Catholic Societies of Allegany county.
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Elizabeth George
Hagerstown
Oliggets Fook
Washington County
Maryland National Guard
Winder
Maryland
Williamsport
Union Isbor
William HE. BroQarmick
Cumberland
Oardioal Merry del Val
Papa
Federation of Oatholic Sooistics
Allegany County
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Cramer & Stanfferst Court Lane
Cor Loct
Frederick
Marea
Martha A. Albauch
Walkersville
Aiws
Maren Land
Alanah Rogers
Buckesstews
B. Font
Jas
W. Gaver
Delis
Atle
M. H.R
Vel Forramer & Stauffer
Poolesville
White's Ferry
Samuel Forner
W. &. Kelsover
West Fourth Street
Sea Weekly News
Daily News
John T. Whitmore
Brekesstown
Orleans
H. R
Amos
Baltimore Pike
Linganore
Pearl
S.w. E
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W. Cooler
John W. Umberger
Suss K. Uiz
Arrke
John T. Smith
F.C. van Doren
Boyd's
German Town
Derner
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Peter
Himp
Jefferson
Petersville
Harpers Ferry
L M. Bready
Wim
J. Mobley
Park Mills
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EF. A. Lawrence
Anet
Howard M. Lease
Unionvill
Liberty Road
Sesedim Weekly
Edgar T. Mercer
C.T. Torubell
H. Brown
Monrovia
B&o. RK R
M.h HK
Geo W.horman & Bro
Win
Lawson Farm
Buckeystown
Urleans
David F. Nick
Joseph Barritt
John W. Bammond
Hood’s Mills
B.& OR. KR
Crist
Dicg
Buckerstown
Tuscarora
March Land
Bliss
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Walter Saunders
Wm. P. Mauish
H.r.leace
Chas. P. Iroxell
Spring Pike
John L. Dutrow
Anc
Lewis E. Barrick
Fountein Rock Station
Adv
L. M. Breads
Jno
Kline
Rosedsie Farm
Adamstown
Urbson
Thurston
Charles B Font
Wul
C.P. Levy
Phebe Reich
Rech
Ford Bridge
Martech
J Hn L. Dutrow
Lewis J Martz
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Luther M. Besdy
Will Scli
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Bessie Salder
Barthliows Switch
Samuel J. Forney
Rule M. Stall
Yellow Springs
Bethel Church
Tee
Hisitstown
Urbsna
Brown
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John H. Spurrier
Atty
Weekly News
Death of John A Blattau in Baltimore
John A Blattau, 67, former resident, died in Baltimore on March 9, leaving a widow and several children. Funeral service with requiem mass held Monday at St. Martin's Church. Includes a testimonial from J. Bayne about relief from rheumatism using Baldwin's Tam Balm advertised by L. Pearce's Drug Store. Also brief notes on eggs and poultry entries at Frederick Fair with references to local vendors.
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Rachel Ann Easterday
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