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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1889
Page
4
A fragment notes widespread fatigue as winter gives way to warmer days. It mentions a system weakened by the season and invites readers to try Hid's Sarcoparlits medicine as a remedy to restore strength and cleanse the blood.
An advert introduces a cheaper method to prevent skippers with a claim of being stronger and better than before. It notes the price in Liberty Locals and asserts merchants widely use it. The rest of the piece reports local items: Rev H R Savage’s sermons, a pypeze encampment near Tiverty, Edward Fogle’s recovery from an injury, Charles G Nicodemusz’s botched feeding incident, and George Minm’s expected $3,000 inheritance from a German estate.
The first Maryland Harrison postmaster appointment Frank J Devilbiss of New Windsor provoked a Republican rift. He sought Westminster backing and Baltimore help then went to Washington to secure the post. Westminster leaders faced telegrams to withhold commissions and Col McKelup urged Drach as replacement amid accusations Devilbiss voted for Cleveland. A heated factional letter war rages.
Representative MacComss met with the President to seek federal Maryland appointments. The President said confirmations requiring Senate action will be delayed for months unless vacancies exist. He stressed civil service reform and warned against removals for partisan gain. Rumors link Delaware candidate Dawson to a department bureau post. Musere McNomus Madd and John W. Geil campaigned for Evan of Prince George's for a small mail contract.
A 19th century notice notes concerns over opiate use in child remedies. It claims Ackers Exby Soother contains no opium or morphine and contrasts soothing syrups with dangerous narcotics. The snippet cites a physician or advertiser Bold by 3 A Williamson.
Investigators summon key personnel including the telegraph operator W E Schroeder at Junactics to Baltimore for examination regarding responsibility in the recent collision of B and C Railroad trains. The inquiry targets the circumstances and accountability surrounding the incident.
Pension agent B H Frost reports a $2,000 grant and $12 monthly for James Parviacee of Pentarivanm, with another $12 monthly pension for Rebecca Whitmores Wetminger of Intetana. Frost plans to travel to Washington D C tomorrow on bovines per teined to penlong.
Jetx Joes, a colored man from Washington, D. C., was injured when he was struck by a passing freight train while getting off the Worcester accommodation at Frederice Junction. He sustained head and facial injuries and was admitted to Munterue Hospital after Magistrate Turner escorted him there. Horatio Waters assisted in transporting him to the hospital.
The Grand Lodge of Storyland Knights of Honor held its annual session in Baltimore. C V S Lavy won the post of grand treasurer while retiring grand dictator B D Miler received a commemorative badge from Maryland subordinate lodges. The order plans expansion with a Helda lecturer to establish new lodges in towns lacking them.
A clipped magazine extract uses a western frontier scene to warn of hidden kidney trouble and the dangers of misdiagnosed symptoms. It links the peril to Bright's disease and promotes Warner’s Safe Cure as a remedy, urging timely treatment before dropsy, heart failure, or paralysis ensue.
Colgate and Co New York offers a Demalcent Shaving Soap sample by mail for two cents, claimed to be efficient for a month. The promotion promises a penny per month value and urges readers to request the sample.
Deaths include Mrs. Mary B. Duvall in Westminster at 73, with burial at Mt. Olivet tomorrow. Rev. J C Zimmer man funeral planned in Washingtonsile Ohio. A bride and groom, Luther C Staley and Anece A Rots t, from Yellow Springs, Frederick Co., wed at the parsonage. A later wedding at St Paul’s in Westminster, Mamie E Long and Job H Singh publicly married. attendees and speakers listed. couple and party depart city by train for Baltimore and Washington.
The Boonsstory Times reports the mail between Hagerstown and Frederick now contracted to Nathaniel Grogs of Boonsboro for 500 dollars. Original contractor to receive POTS. A field accident near Clear Spring left workers entangled, six men and four horses freeing the team with no injuries. Former resident Thomas I Kreek died January 11 in Oregon Missouri after eleven days illness, born 1836. Burgees notice bans eye picking within corporate limits, an old local custom.
The monthly sociable of the Luth eran church on Court street was held last evening with a large program by the arrangements committee. Dr Bruce Thomas led the opening prayer and Mrs Scott Holmes opened with an organ solo. Readings and recitations by Daisy Rantz Floy Miller Lizzie Exgie and others followed, with songs by several soloists and groups, George A Schroeder serving as master of ceremonies.
Fragmented OCR text asserts Besitor Growth and Ker's Bioped Etixiz have gained hold on the American public with claimed real effects, mentions media and doctors, and cites a drugstore supplier J. A. Williams as distributor. The text is garbled and lacks verifiable details.
A historical ad-style notice urges prevention of croup cough and lung troubles with Acker's English Remedy. It claims one dose can prevent and cure, promises relief for throat and chest ailments, and offers a free sample bottle guaranteed by J A Williamson, the local druggist.
Wm. Foland, previously serving 30 days in jail, was released today by Judge Lynch after his sentence expired. The Groff House sale proceeding resumes tonight with bar fixtures and related items to be disposed of.
Mr Casper Mehriing sold to Mr Henry Tull of Baltimore a building lot on the town outskirts opposite the residence of Mr Geo W Cramer. Consideration not dated. Mr Tull plans to improve the lot and make Pedercle his home.
The Saveth Ward Republican Association of Baltimore moored Mr W F Stone for United States marshal for Maryland and plans to attend the Republican convention in Frederick on May 1.
On the 47th anniversary of a disastrous fire that destroyed the old Court House and much valuable property, residents recall the event as a significant moment in local history and a memorable day in the community’s memory.
At the sheriff sale today at the Court House the property of Frank Shannon fetched bids from 42 to 182 dollars for horses. Other items, except wagons, brought higher prices than in county public sales. Wagons sold cheaply. The sale covered officers fees. Mr Jas Staub acted as auctioneer.
The funeral of the late Elmer Nusz was held at 1 p m with interment in Mount Olivet cemetery. The Rev Mr Gill assisted by Rev Luther Kuhlman officiated. Pallbearers were Fred Nomack Frank Wlereb Emory Frech Lewis Winkelman Christ Schade and John Buckey. H N Etchison & Sone undertakers.
Hotel arrivals list at CITY HOTEL and CENTRAL HOTEL from yesterday noon show guests including G W Williams J McP Dyer Fench twanger H Rosanhol N X H F Henderson among others from Balto Wash Pa Ky Ills Md and Va. The long roster also notes J J Slattery J Halland J G Pole and G A Myers among others. A literary excerpt by Charles Lamb follows about childhood care and poverty illustrating moral reflections.
A troubled Englewood story recounts a preacher's son who agreed to contribute toward funding a new church. The youth spoke bravely of salvation and earning, but the plan remained unresolved as time passed while the town and station held a practice. The fragmentary note ends with an uncertain outcome.
Advertises Mr. Acker’s English pills as a simple, effective cure for sick headache and stomach trouble. Pills described as small, sweet, easy to keep, and not causing griping. Sold by J. A. Willamcor, druggist.
A promotional claim asserts Arker's Bioood Enxir has gained a firm hold on the American public as a superior cure for blood and skin diseases. It is allegedly endorsed by the medical fraternity and prescribed, guaranteed and sold by J. A. Willismeon.
A study of the Gospel of Mark outlines why four gospels exist, presenting Mark as the historical evangelist writing for a broader audience beyond Jews. It notes Mark’s reliance on eyewitnesses, his aim to present exact facts, and the broader context of languages and provinces in the Roman Empire shaping the gospel’s perspective. It mentions Mark’s association with Paul and Barnabas and his role in early church history.
The article notes migrants in London facing near destitution after landing, trapped by German, Russian and Polish laws. It cites scant aid, survival by bread crusts, and a wave of cases including sexual assault, as authorities and councils discuss responses amid a San Francisco context.
Fragmentary ad copy promotes Happiness and Comfort Tannets as a cure for dyspepsia and indigestion, claiming benefits against a dark side of each minor ailment and promising happiness and pleasure. Sold at 25 and 30 cents by J. A. Williamson, druggist.
A fragment recounts a vibrating bridge as crowds cross it daily and describes a peculiar rhythmic effect. The text then shifts to multiple ads for Dr King’s New Discovery for Coughs, Kemp’s Balsam, Electric Bitters, Sem’s Balsam, and Garrett druggists offering remedies for headaches, digestion, coughs, and skin ailments with testimonials and price points.
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