Prudent Man Seizes Opportunity When Thoughtful
A brisk aphorism on prudence explains that a careful man stays alert for value and grabs favorable chances as they appear. It emphasizes steady judgment over rash action in pursuing worthwhile gains.
21 May 1884
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1884
Page
1
A brisk aphorism on prudence explains that a careful man stays alert for value and grabs favorable chances as they appear. It emphasizes steady judgment over rash action in pursuing worthwhile gains.
A vintage catalog-style notice advertises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve claimed to rapidly treat burns, bruises, ulcers, fever sores, cuts, rashes, warts, cracked hands, and related eruptions with a money-back guarantee. Sold by Garrett & Steels in Parka, DAL.
The piece surveys prevailing parasol styles with striking handles and color schemes, notes price ranges from 1.50 to 2.50, and mentions accompanying fashion accessories. It also offers market briefs on fruits, vegetables, and meats, plus a tangent about a Philadelphia oversupply of women and a light local anecdote.
A keg of powder left at Thomas Murrins home near Coalburg exploded when he lit a pipe. Murrins was killed, his wife and child badly burned, the blast demolishing the house and shattering nearby windows. The woman fears the child may not survive as neighbors react to the tragedy. SHILOWS CATVARE REMEDY is advertised by Williamson & Co.
Four arsonist youths from reform school fled westward with knives and revolvers after being located by a farmer two miles from town. They had prepared a fortified camp in a woods patch and planned to hide for days before resuming their journey. The farmer locked them in a barn and they were turned over to the Sheriff.
In Baltimore City Court Mr Bondage the tailor sued Mr Gambrill for 35 dollars for a coat order that had been altered four times and still did not fit. A witness cited a coat altered thirty-two times for a member of Parliament in England. The court dismissed the suit.
A thunderstorm swept Washington about 8:30 PM on Monday, with vivid lightning that frightened horses in the streets and caused several runaways. Lightning struck the Bankers and Merchants' branch at the National hotel, igniting the switchboard area before being extinguished. A dazzling flash and sharp crack struck the Centre market northwest tower, sending splinters and slate across nearby areas.
A tramp near Jonathan Street attracted a crowd with a grotesque mask and ragtag dress. He claimed to hide his ugly face to spare women and children and said he was from Baltimore, an escaped lunatic, before being taken toward Williamsport.
Elizabeth Minehart died at New Market on the Tth lnst aged 74 years 6 months and 25 days Her bereaved husband Frederick Hinehart survives this quiet local obituary
Advertising notice for Crofts Senna Figs fruit laxative. Ingredients include sliced prunes and figs crushed oranges and lemons sugar powdered nna sulfur soda and aromatics. Prepared by Steines Bros with a twelve portion conserve and bedtime dose guidance. Contains price 35 contoa.
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