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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1916
Page
4
An old Fredericksburg News advertisement highlights subscription rates for the Brunswick Times and semi weekly News, plus mailing options and in office printing services. It notes mail pricing in advance and lists office telephones, with a date of Tuesday March 4 1916.
Figures published show 131,027 Pennsylvania workers injured in the first half of February. The piece argues compensation laws shift costs onto all people, while noting most injuries arise from operator negligence and that safer machinery may cost less than lawsuits.
The piece argues writers must think and express ideas clearly and lucidly. It cites Roman rhetoric and urges defining ideas precisely. Public speakers often fail by speaking over the audience, requiring double effort for lucidity to keep listeners engaged.
The Philadelphia Electric Company will reduce charges by twenty percent or more under a city backed plan. The deal aims to ease public burdens and gain broader support, while noting the sacrifice by the utility. Morrie Cooke of the city administration is praised for his support and service.
A fragment from The Christian Herald presents a verse urging cheerfulness as the world turns. It counsels keeping steady, helping others, and trusting God’s guidance to endure life’s cycles and stay on track.
The passage notes a woman Doris excitedly sharing news of a new addition to the family. A passerby is told the happy update as she settles to read and reflect, with dialogue snippets illustrating affectionate domestic banter and gossip from the Boston Transcript.
Mary wife of a country store keeper endures heavy housework under a greedy landlord. A mentor suggests moving the kitchen sink to ease chores and reduce effort. The piece urges utilitarian labor saving and smarter tool use to lighten domestic toil.
Frederick county voters face a November decision on liquor licenses and prohibition measures while lawmakers consider local option provisions. The article notes petitions for a separate Frederick city vote, but explains governor approval is required and unlikely. Also mentions Cumberland Chamber banquet attendance and a long telephone link with San Francisco officials.
The Frederick County National Bank report shows assets and liabilities including loans deposits and securities as of March 7 1916 and announces a public sale of farm livestock equipment and implements on March 16 1916 on premises south of Doubs to raise funds. The sale lists 13 horses and colts 19 cattle 19 sheep 18 hogs and numerous farming gear and vehicles from a farm once owned by William T Brown auctioned by Darner with terms requiring payment.
Readers discuss cooperation among teachers, parents, and officials for school improvements. Mention praise for Dr Joepbell and a general note on positive results from joint effort. Also brief report on a local bowling match forfeiture and player scores at the Y M C A alleys.
Local notes from The News dated March 14 1896 report Heck Quinn treating rheumatism at Tawnee Kills stock farm near the city. A court admittance for Homer J Williams was moved by Pampel. The House Ways and Means Committee approved $5600 for the Key Monument Association of Frederick. Noble H Creager elected Baltimore tax collector. Prof C F Flock returned from Hagerstown after attending a U B church conference.
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