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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1899
Page
2
The piece argues that travelers and pedestrians must keep to the right to ensure smooth traffic flow. It laments frequent violations on streets and crosswalks, noting obstruction by walkers and horse riders alike and urging consistent respect for right-of-way.
Fragmented remarks on pedestrians and right of way at street crossings urge orderly behavior. The piece notes flagstone layouts and the rule keep to the right to prevent confusion. It also references contemporaries like Senator Gorman and mentions regional papers commenting on May weather and local events.
A collage of quoted lines and jokes from various publications and eras. Disjointed dialogue touches on marriage, food, island life, a card game mishap, women writers, a Ph D joke, and a boulevard land deal, all presented as brief clippings with no single cohesive event.
A Detroit Plain Press editorial notes the Presbyterian General Assembly’s warning that the American Sabbath is in peril. It argues the issue hinges on defining American Sabbath as broad personal liberty within civic welfare, not Puritan blue laws. The piece envisions a voluntary, cheerful day promoting rest, virtue, and self-improvement rather than compulsion.
A message from H. L. Penn of Troy Ohio notes Maryland born citizens in Miami county plan their annual gathering at Springfield on the first Thursday of October, third year of existence, expecting large attendance and increased state-wide membership. The group is permanently organized with Maryland coat of arms as its emblem.
A humorous verse sketches social contrasts heard in passing conversation. It Playfully notes that appearances deceive with lines about mothers, society folk, and various professions, ending with a claim that the world is a decent place as observed in London Tir-Birs.
Governor Lowndes spends several days in Cumberland as various state topics unfold. The report lists funerals, meetings, and notable visits including Rev Dr Southgate in Annapolis, a Baltimore conference, and a presidential visit en route from Ohio. Also noted are political and social events, trials, and a death in Allegany county.
An article discusses the rise of vertical writing in schools and argues for flexible pens to promote a light touch and smooth motion. It highlights Sperecrian Pens No. carry excellent action and finish, offering free samples to teachers with address. The piece shifts to Townsend Scott & Sons banking, detailing a Baltimore real estate sale of 299 East Fayette Street with a 210 yearly rent and plans for a new banking house designed by B. B. Owens, noting the firm’s history since 1933 and role in local finance.
A mixed set of notices and short items: Calvin Schildkoecht lost a flare horse by death, Mara Swope of Bolvir receives an original $8 monthly pension, Billy Buchheimer presented pantier to Benjamin Knodle of Hotel Burgess. Maryland Division Sons of Veterans adjourned to meet in June 1900 at Fort Monroe with officers named. Ladies Aid Society officers installed. Tonight Joan of Arc will be staged by Visitation Academy, Womans College closing event, and Myersville Christian Endeavor Convention ends with a special car carrying Frederick Endeavor Societies. A spring wagon accident on West Patrick street damaged two wagon wheels. Help wanted ads noted in Taz News. Da Witt's Witch Hazel Salve praised for piles.
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