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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1889
Page
4
An old advertisement notes Syrup of Figs as a cleanser to ease costiveness, sold in 50c and 1.00 dollar bottles by leading druggists. The item also blends marketing with local notices about weddings and events in Middletown, plus hotel arrival lists and a poultry association meeting.
Valley Register reports Middletown Lodge No. 15 I C G T installed officers for the new term led by Chief Templar Wm Bond and Recording Secretary Geo C Rhbroderick Jr. The note also mentions a long history of local residents seeking improved early Baltimore mail delivery and a recent accident at the South Mountain Creamery injuring a worker.
The ad claims nervousness insomnia hysteria and neuralgia stem from impurity of the blood due to unhealthy kidney action. It alleges poisoning urea and uric acid retained in blood cause kidney disease symptoms and promotes Wanzer’s Safe Cure as the remedy.
Barnesville selects EB V Wood W T Hilton S8 Hare J J Hays and John W Brown as town commissioners for the coming year. Repeal of the town dog tax ordinance was debated but dogs remained free. Preparations underway at Deer Park for a presidential summer visit with a cottage secured and officials planning ahead. An advertorial note extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a thorough spring tonic for blood health.
The text traces a woman’s life through symbolic white robes from baptism to confirmation to marriage and motherhood. It portrays white as a unifying motif for innocence, piety, and death, ending with her burial shroud described as white as her soul.
An infant child of David W. and Annie M. Summers of Harmory was buried in Middletown Lutheran graveyard on Wednesday. Mrs Salome Main will sail to Frederick and be brought to Middletown for interment in the Reformed graveyard. Church Street Lutheran Church council held routine motions. Artistic Notes report a Mar John W Niepold watercolor portrait exhibition at his Art Emporium featuring CG Doll Etla Geo Niepold and Bessie Michael. M B A Keyser from Washington will arrive Tuesday with portraits, while Baltimore frame artist John A Moore visited for orders.
A Frederick born poet is profiled with a full page portrait in The Magazine of Poetry. T. C. Harbaugh, born 1849 near Middletown, has written extensively on soldiers and Decoration Day. Also details new B and O fast trains to Chicago with through cars and dining service.
An 18th century-style ad copy promotes Englich pills as superior to common remedies for headaches and liver troubles. The text touts easy taking pills with “no gripe” and references Dedeher’s Englich pills as a valuable, affordable option. It contains bold claims and brief, unclear geographic cues.
Dr Dieck describes autumn planting of rose cuttings in Roumela with wood segments placed inches apart, covered by soil, sprouts growing into bushes. Ground is hoed and fertilized, with some areas sheltered for winter. method mirrors Ain Minnor while Turkish care reflects fatalistic beliefs. Mulch and dung aid budding above ground.
The Gardeners' Chronicle discusses Sir Digby Wyatt designed conservatory at Dale Ashby Northamptonshire. It recounts its glass dome and Bath stone columns, praising aesthetic impact despite practical downsides. It also notes the Massachusetts Horticultural Society prize rule change restoring competition to all entrants.
Agricultural tips on well drainage and worm control. Advice on burning old wood from berries and hedges, lamb and mutton market revival, and notes on Dr Porritenn and horticultural exhibits. Mentions fertilizer chemistry, pig husbandry and a patent salve for skin ailments with price and supplier references.
A preacher notes Jesus as the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world and the Passover symbol. He cites Mary’s anointing, Judas’s betrayal, and the Christ’s suffering as part of divine plan, urging steadfast faith and acts of love over murmurings. The piece blends scripture with exhortation on duty and generous deeds. It also briefly mentions Acker's Blood Elixir and a few consumer ads.
The Bell-Ellis Company opened their exhibition before a fair sized audience. Attendees received numbered envelopes that drew prizes. Two top prizes went to Chas. Wine jberg for a china tea set of 44 pieces and to Mr. Stephens for a chamber set. Tonight's special prize is a solid silver watch.
The article describes efforts to present a model of a seaworthy boat for a yacht club competition next September. It details vessel dimensions, rig, and construction, with observations from Mr Moore and comparisons to other racers. It also mentions a labor accident at Spooner Manufacturing and weather notes from Fort Ben Pett.
Advertisement offers free trial packages of Lane's Family Medicine discovered by Dr Sills Lane in the Rocky Mountains. Claims to cure blood liver and kidney diseases including constipation and complexion clearing. Suitable for children. large size package 50 cents at all druggists.
An old clipping describes a woman near death from consumption who, after reading about a medical discovery on a scrap of wrapping paper, bought sample bottles then a full bottle and improved to a healthy weight. It urges sending a stamp to W Hoole and visiting Joseph B Gerots Drug Store for trial bottles.
The ad claims Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets cure dyspepsia constipation and indigestion. It promotes life as happier and more enjoyable with the tablets. Sold at 25 and 50 cents by J A Williamson druggist.
An advertisement touts Seaithy Gren Acker Blood Elixir as a universal cure for blood and skin diseases. It claims medical endorsement and urges a free trial pack, noting a price of 30 cents for a large package and prompting readers to contact J. A. Williamson, a local druggist, for the sample.
Thousands seek relief from stomach and liver troubles and are urged to try Electric Bitters. The ad claims the remedy eases dyspepsia, improves digestion and kidney function when used as directed. Sold by Jo. B. Garrett at 50c and $1 per bottle.
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