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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1907
Page
2
The article explains the cistern barometer used in the navy, its construction, and how a mercury column responds to air pressure. It details Torrigelli's method to create a vacuum, explains how pressure sustains the column, and notes how reading changes signal weather and potential cyclones, with latitude affecting interpretation.
A tale of a German weekman who boasted skill in a wager with a man named Jai and an exjet glass worker. When the test began the well claimed he could perform, but the result showed he was unable to deliver, a pear shaped outcome that ended the challenge abruptly.
Obituary notices recount the death of Edwin Louis Nuez at 55 from a stroke suffered after tending his garden. Survived by widow and two sons Roy and Ralph Norz, with a funeral set for 4 PM tomorrow at East Tala Street residence and interment at Mt. Olivet cemetery. Also noted are deaths of Osleb Anderson aged 75 in Baltimore after brief illness. Ezra Kemp 52, of Washington DC, with funeral in Mount Airy. and Joseph Weishaar, longtime resident near New Market, funeral at Marvin Chapel on May 24.
A garbled 1904 era clipping references a push to set Theodore Roosevelt for a second term, noting concurrent resolutions and political upheaval. It mentions opposition and a note on revolution, with partial names and dates scattered through the messy OCR.
The Circular 79 report warns U S forests face rapid depletion from high demand. It cites export imbalances with Europe, low per acre growth, and 700 billion feet of timber removed since 1886. Emphasis on expanding national and state forest control to sustain long term production and avert a timber crisis.
The column lists Miss Ryee Darfey of West South 137278 as ill and near aigh. Mr. F. A. Ordeman of Park Lilly has been seriously ill but improving. Franklin Smith of East Fourth Street remains ill yet shows slow progress. Mrs. George Mehrlicg of East Scond Street is also extremely ill but slowly improving.
A damaged historic ad recounts women facing aches and urinary symptoms while urging care for kidneys. It features Miss R L Chombsre of Frederick endorsing Deans Kidney Pills, praising relief and urging readers to buy from Oliver Main’s store and remember the brand.
Quotations for grains and feeds in Frederick County gather price ranges for red and yellow corn oats hay and bran with per bushel per ton and per basket figures. Lists include steamer and shelled corn oats barley wheat rye and mixes alongside dairy feeds cottonseed meal and potatoes with varying bid ranges.
During yesterday's term at noon lightning struck the frame dwelling of Bir Olstenca W. Gilbert in Walkeracills, damaging the chimney and tearing slates from the roof. Miz Gilbert and a child were on the second floor when the bolt hit but suffered no injuries.
A correspondent recalls a Georgia sermon from about a century ago. The preacher, a portly man in striped homespun, speaks of denominational loyalties, blends humor with doctrine, and enacts crowd scenes including a dog interruption. He contrasts Baptist, Methodist, and Presbyterian practices, recounts a field trip marriage tale, and ends with a personal memory of praying under pressure and family faith.
The fragment discusses errors in reporting and the misrendered speeches of orators. It notes that aligned reporters risk garbled grammar and mechanical faults, implying the ideal report should balance clarity with faithful transcription of delivery.
A reminiscence of a community doctor known as Doc Lave whose methods often succeeded but sometimes failed. He withdrew with dignity and refused further inquiries about Eben Jenking, insisting the man must endure the summer on his own. The piece notes the doctor’s attempts to treat dyspepsy and the patient’s stubborn hunger returning after cures.
The letters express mixed views on the child labor law, praising some reforms while criticizing others. Readers from Frederick and Maryland weigh in on proposed amendments, education mandates, and enforcement, mentioning local figures and the Lago Foundation alongside broader national concerns. The correspondence reveals public tension between reform ideals and practical work realities, with personal testimonials and calls for legislative action.
The message praises The American Standard brand of paint and urges readers to choose it for easier application. It references fans and a standards discussion, emphasizing the paint’s quality and ease.
Davis 100 per cent Pure Paint promotes a new substitute product. The offer urges readers to ash your dealer for details and encourages trying the updated coating.
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