Improvement Notes in Town Repair Work
Mr George BE Baird oversees repairs and repainting at the house of Mr Charles F ey on Went Street. A crew from the Calon Foundry works on Went Bouth Street to support seven more workers and related improvements.
28 Mar 1892
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1892
Page
1
Mr George BE Baird oversees repairs and repainting at the house of Mr Charles F ey on Went Street. A crew from the Calon Foundry works on Went Bouth Street to support seven more workers and related improvements.
Whitman, the famed American poet, died at his Camden New Jersey home on a Saturday evening after a prolonged illness. He was 72, had lived in poverty, and left most possessions to those who cared for him during his final illness. The funeral will be held at Harleigh cemetery in the city, with friends and nurses at his bedside.
Harsh critics once attacked the Good Gray Poet Ralph Waldo Whittier for unusual versifying but praised his genius as his death neared. The piece notes his stubborn silence, the era’s shift in opinion, and praise from European and American figures for Leaves of Grass and his broader impact on poetry.
A violent incident in an urban area results in a powerful explosion damaging homes and injuring or frightening residents. Police suspect anarchist groups and warn a campaign of terror against officials to deter prosecutions. Investigations continue into the perpetrators and motives amid broader political tension.
Fragmentary OCR shows a roster of individuals and locations including Helena, Annapolis, Newark New Jersey, and county names. Multiple personal names appear with scattered city and state references, plus several unreadable segments and stray initials.
The article discusses a Reading monopoly controversy in New Jersey, the governor’s stance, and anticipated legal challenges. It covers constitutional questions about legislative power, potential appeals to federal courts, and the path toward a Supreme Court ruling. It also notes a forthcoming trial for Robert Casenden in a separate murder case with juror issues.
Reports describe several fatally and seriously injured in New York and Wilkes Barre from falling arch debris in the Belt Lana tunnel. Survivors include Patrick McKenna and James Quitley. Ship and textile mill damage noted in Philadelphia. Matters mention Jefferson birthday observance and a police official appointment.
A fragmented local obituary roundup lists several deaths and funeral plans. Entries mention Henry Shook's daughter and Mrs. Laura Whitmore among those noted, with services set for later dates at various local churches and cemeteries.
At the home of Mr and Mrs Frederick Darkis near Creagerstown on Sunday March 27 Emma daughter of the couple married Allen Garth of Unionville in a ceremony by Rev Zerger of Lewistown A large dinner followed with generous gifts including silverware and linens from various families. Additional invitations announce marriages of Martha Amelser to Harvey Kr of Uniontown and Edwin W Shriver to Jo esVacharon on Long Island with venues in Quone Park and Union and Helmont Avenues.
A fire broke out at Mr. L. G. Amith’s residence in Graceham around 1:30 p.m., gaining serious hold before discovery. Fire spread from the basement chimney to the mantle and joists but was contained with minor damage after neighbors and residents responded. Several locals, including Mr. Harrington and others, were affected by smoke and illness while evacuees were away on a 10:45 a.m. train.
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