Moon Phases and Political Currents Stir the Era
The column discusses moon phases and political mood, noting Tammany’s revenue motto, critiques of Admiral Schley, a $50,000 charitable gift from Sage, Audubon Society in Frederick, Dewey’s potential home, a bribery claim involving a New York plumber, and calls for US Senators to be elected by popular vote. It also comments on gubernatorial campaigns, Baltimore and Liberty fire lessons, and Walkersville fire apparatus plans.
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People of Liberty
Walkersville
Whipping Post Debate Grows In High Circles
The article notes rising support for whipping posts as a punishment for certain misdemeanors, with backers including grand juries and the Medico-Legal Society of New York. Delaware is highlighted as the state where it is most common, defended by supporters who cite reduced offenses and less social disruption.
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District of Columbia
Washington
Medico-Legal Society of
New York
Ateast
Delaware
Maryland Whipping Post Rules Backed by Law
The text argues that the Delaware whipping-post remains in use and Maryland law permits lash punishments for one offense. It notes broad support for the practice and regret that enforcement is not stricter, presenting sentimental views against humane concerns.
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Maryland
Aguinaldo Peace Appeal and Census Uncertainty
Contemporary comment contrasts Aguinaldo likely seeking peace with Luzon mountaineers, census fate for the Philippines, and political spoils amid cannibal labor claims. It also critiques health boards in Pennsylvania and Maryland and notes the Medico Legal Society’s approval of whipping as a tool against wife-beaters, highlighting Maryland’s neglect.
Quip and Quipsters in a Gossiping Paper Puzzle
A collage of humorous dialogue bits from Chicago and Detroit papers. Subjects include champagne floating a long Oregon, trust funds, foreign noblemen, divorce custody, simplified spelling, and a doctor warning about a crying baby.
Citizen Letter on Policy and Public Safety
A Citizen urges removing tramps from the city and supports the administration's Philippine policy. The writer, Dr. John Zimmerman, asserts his belief that proper policy will become evident with time and declares his long held stance.
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John Zimmerman
Moments With The Musk Love's Wings In Verse
A lyrical pastiche presents fragments of poems about love and longing. Imagery swings between wings and cages, shadows and sunlight, expressing devotion across loss and separation. The text evokes romantic yearning and affectionate resolve drawn from Pall Mall Gazette framing.
May Column Echoes Seasonal Town Life
The piece notes May’s mix of weather and activity in Fredericktown with festivals, weddings, and local events. It singles out dentist visits, a Liberty fire, church cornerstone, school functions, trolley talks with Hagerstown, county paving delays, May festivals, operatic and literary events, Daughters of the American Revolution, and upcoming Whit Sunday celebrations. Mary Jane signs off.
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Fredericktown
Liberty
Carroll Creek
Church of God
Heaven
Hagerstown
Frederick
Myersville
Court Park
North Market Street
Joan of Arc
Knights of Pythias
St. James
Alliance
Opera House
Braddock
Consumption as a national plague and city neglect
The essay by Dr. George F. Keene cites dire U S consumption statistics, arguing 10 million of 70 million could die at current rates. It warns infection passes directly, heredity alone not to blame, and notes cities bear the burden while public health campaigns meet resistance and complacency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Herald
George F. Keene
United States
Koons
Board of Health
Local Communications Spark Fire Engine Demand in Town
Local notes urge building a fire engine after a recent blaze exposes weakness. Editor Swadener lauds East Third Street improvements and new homes beyond the railroad. Readers urge protection against future fires and better fire protection for the county towns.
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East Third Street
Honsaa
Green Valley Public School Closes With Dohley Program
The Green Valley public school near Park Mills held its closing exercises Monday with a fine program of recitations and dialogues. Mr Walter H Delauder of Bolivar, the teacher, received a handsome watch charm and a toilet set from the pupils presented by Miss Fannie Davis in a neat address.
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Green Valley
Park Mills
Walter H. Delauder
Bolivar
Delauder
Fannie Davis
Market Melange Offers Abundant Spring Produce and Prices
Marketgoers wind through a cool morning crowd admiring the largest spring display of asparagus cabbages strawberries and tomatoes. Prices list eggs butter poultry beef and other staples with rough per unit quotes for fresh fish vegetables and meats.
Weekly Market Review of Baltimore Stocks and Bonds
The week ends with mixed market moves led by declines in trust stocks and weakened mortgages, while United Railways shows strength. Mercantile Trust may declare a 5 percent extra in July as Baltimore City issues demand remains active. Consolidated Gas weakens on dividend cut. United Railways bonds hold value. Money remains easy at 2 1/2 percent on call. Boots and Shoes market tones up with rising summer goods prices amid active orders.
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United Railways
Citizens Trusts
Continental
Maryland
American Bonding and Trust Company
International
Guardian
Mercantile Trust Company
Baltimore
Saltimore
Leather and wool markets show strength amid rising prices
Bradstreet's notes stronger wheat iron and raw wool with renewed demand as leather prices hold firm. Hemlock leather quiet while rough butts sell well. tallow firm on light receipts. Wool dull with light sales. prices steady thoughanticipated advances in several sectors amid seasonal demand.
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Baltimore Leather Co
Bradstreet's
New York
Bradstreet's Today
Central West
Maryland News Highlights From St Michael’s To Baltimore
Reports from St Michael’s ground breaking for a shirt factory. Snow in Allegany mountains. A Washington County justice jailed a woman as a common scold. Walter B. Clark sues the mayor for illegal libel. Maryland Audubon Society organized and to begin protecting birds. Seventeen young physicians receive diplomas at Maryland Medical College. Hagers town grants Douglas Bros. trolley rights. Rep Baker calls Governor Lowndes a strong GOP nominee. Quartermaster Kirmes returns from Manila to Baltimore. Bishop Claggett tablet to be unveiled at St Thomas Church in Croom. Henry A Smith convicted for drug sale that caused Minnie P Lambarston’s death. Confederate Veterans place brass tablet for Admiral Franklin Buchanan in Richmond monument. Maryland College of Pharmacy awards diplomas at its forty seventh commencement. Maryland Telephone and Telegraph to install 7,000 phones in Baltimore. Mrs Mary Jamison dies near Trego Washington county aged 55. six children survive.
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St. Michael's
Allegany County
Washington County
Walter B. Clark
Cumberland Council
Maryland Audubon Society
Maryland Medical College
Hagerstown
Douglas Bros
William G. Baker
Lowndes
Quartermaster Kirmes
Monterey
Baltimore
Manila
Claggett
St. Thomas Church
Croom
Snow Hill
Henry A. Smith
Minnie P. Lambarston
Franklin Buchanan
Mary Jamison
Trego
Sabbath observance debate at Presbyterian assembly in Minneapolis
The Presbyterian assembly in Minneapolis dominated by a debate on Sunday observance. Resolutions condemn Sunday travel, trains, newspapers, and all nonliteral observance while urging legislators to protect the American Sabbath. The report notes 3,000,000 Americans compelled to work on the Sabbath and mentions government workers, including post office employees, required to toil on Sundays.
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Minneapolis
Presbyterian Assembly
Congress
West Point Military Academy
Alexander Dixon
Scranton
John Gilchrist
Boston
E. B. Wright
Austin Tex
D. W. Glass
Altimore
Cowen
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Sabbath Union
Board of Publication
McKinley
Paine's Celery Compound Endorsed by Health Figures
Endorsements from Miss Lucy A. Holger a physician in Minneapolis and Mrs Haselton of Nazarene Home Philadelphia praise Paine's celery compound as a tonic aiding convalescence and improving health among elderly residents. Lucinda S Chandler Chicago also notes relief from persistent headaches after work, urging its use.
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Lucy A. Holger
Womeopathic Hospital
Minneapolis
Minn
Paine
Haselton
Calery
Nazarene
Haa
Thea
M. A. Hagerton
Nazareneome
Columbia Ave
Philadelphia
Chandler
Society For the Promotion of Health
Chicago
Pate
Lucinda
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Brother Cassell
Jefferson
Glen Echo
Mary Jane
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Weekly Review OF Trade
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Marvdtt
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L. M. Nixdorff
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Wm H. Ways
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Zimmerman Flimar Machine Co
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Arkansas and
Pacific Aves
Atlantic City
Reading Depot
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Imes Ad
Osborne
Paine’s
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RE. F. Schell
Catshall
Woodsboro
Orphans’ Court
Prezent Orphans’ Court
R.young
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Wm. i Bamstine
George Brengle
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Howard C. Routzalen
East Church Street
miGdotank
Wm. Anderson
Jefferson and
Tuscarora
Howard County
Hamilton Lindsay
Lady’s
Genteman
Elmer Brengle
Fifth St
Guide Publishing Company
Marlédts
J. W. Gaver
MD. Janodtt
Ony Opera House
Edison
Maine
Peace Commission
Paris
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