22 May 1905
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1905
Page
1
A brief listing notes high wheel ball bearings sold at six to eight dollars, indicating a midrange price point for the period. The item reflects standard hardware pricing and availability in the local market.
Dangers and pain of the change of life are described with symptoms such as suffocation hot flashes dizziness and nervous irritations. Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is promoted as the leading remedy to relieve distressing symptoms and support a healthy transition to later life. A testimonial from Mrs A K G Hyland of Maryland asserts relief from womb falling swelling soreness dizziness headaches and nervousness after using the product. Women are invited to write to Mrs Pinkham for free advice regarding this period.
A humorous health column claims hair color signals personality with baldness linked to character. It cites a Paris professor Sabouraud who caused baldness in a rabbit with dandruff germs and touts Newbro’s Herpicide as the cure to remove the scalp germs and effects.
A major Wilkes-Barre blaze destroyed the Isaac Long dry goods house in the Welles building after an initial fire in the millinery department was followed by a basement flare from a short circuit. Four floors suffered heavy losses with estimated damages near 300000 dollars. Investigators traced the second fire to crossed electric wires and a dynamo flash. Losses listed include 165000 for the Long store and 260000 for the Christian Walter shoe house, among others, with several firms and individuals reporting smaller claims. The five-story structure, a centerpiece on the public square, was largely consumed despite early suppression efforts.
A manifesto from St Petersburg announces the establishment of a permanent state defense council led by Grand Duke Nicholas Nicholaievitch. The body will supersede the existing war and navy commissions to coordinate military and naval administrations. The move aims to unify duties, oversee the war, and ensure smoother cooperation between branches, with long term control extending beyond the current conflict.
Report from May 9 detailing Russian attacks near Weiyouanpaymen and Ching Janenae repulsed by Japanese forces. Cavalry and infantry advances checked. no materialChange at Changin. Russian cavalry massing near liao river, with a May 19 flank attempt thwarted by strong guards.
A fragmentary item notes Miss Bessie M’Lean, daughter of Mrs Donald M’Lean, a noted New York society figure. It mentions her mother’s social standing and hints at literary and partisan interests, with references to family ties including a late Judge Ritchie and the Daughters of the Revolution.
James Leedom of Philadelphia, a department store delivery driver, was found dead near Sharon Hill in Darby Creek Delaware County. He disappeared after leaving a wagon and horse to deliver goods. a helper later found the wagon with undelivered packages and Leedom’s body about a quarter mile away. A small amount of money was discovered in his pocket. no witnesses or clear cause established yet.
German protests tariff and origin rules in a bid to curb Canadian wheat ground into flour in the United States and reexported to Germany. Berlin seeks a certificate of origin in a commercial treaty with the United States amid tariff tensions. The rest of the items report on Secretary Hay's retirement plans and a fatal father killing in Bellport, alongside a move to end pigeon shooting in England.
George Plerst of Isald attempted self harm by a head shot in Baltimore. Doctors report not only survival but rapid improvement with paralysis receding. He is now able to understand and answer questions as memory returns and he nears discharge home.
Chicago May 22 rioting on Dearborn and 20th streets followed a heated argument over the teamsters strike. James Gray a nonunion worker was shot dead by Harry Bernstein. Bernstein was mortally wounded by a bystander. Police and ambulances arrived after a late-night clash as rioters suffered injuries and the crowd dispersed.
A historical report notes the treasury deficit at 37,221,703, surpassing 37,000,000 for the first time since the canal purchase. It cites rising debt levels, cash balance declines, and bank depository pressures while hinting at a possible small surplus later in the month as officials consider depots and protocols.
A widow, Mrs Rowly of Plainfield No 6T, seeks word about her husband George Rowls who rode the express train wrecked on the Washington Road near Harrisburg on the night of May. She learned he may have been among the injured or dead at the hospital, asking for confirmation from witnesses and officials.
The New York and Bermudez Asphalt Co. faces contract dissolution by Venezuela’s federal court of cassation. The U S state department awaits Caracas official notification before deciding on steps to protect the company. President Castro has declined U S interference and arbitration is uncertain.
May 22 in Philadelphia barge owners plan to push for canal supply transport to Colon amid possible delays in securing American vessels for Panama construction. One firm already submitted to the secretary of war to move government freight to Colon, with return timber cargo via Florida ports for northern markets. This addresses objections to foreign-flag canal supply moves.
Mrs Joseph Recki of Phoenixville an important witness against Georg Wahl in the murder trial of Mike Mierski has been adjudged insane and will be sent to an asylum. She has shown erratic behavior since the trial and is described as in an agitated condition. Toronto crime report follows.
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