Virginian Civil Engineer's Eclipse Calculations Explained
A 19th century Virginia engineer Mr Graynon studied drawings by George M Geayeos of Washington Street, detailing eclipse projections up to 155. The work traced precise timings for the beginning of yesterday's eclipse, noting a contact at 7:44.02 meridian time, eight minutes and fifteen and seven tenths seconds faster than Washington time, with edge contact moments recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George M Geayeos
Wet Third
Arate Wrother
Alex Rayeon
Osiuiaret
Merida
Washingwn
Graywin
Grascou
Alexandris
Bradiate
University of
Bezan
Sn Pate
Gettsaburg
Freeuda
Graynon
Washington, D.C
Washington
Sng
Confaut
Eccentric Briefs and Local News Fragments
A collage of brief Home Front items from May to July. Odd notes cover courtship, budgeting, census, weather, eclipses, fashion, travel longing, lectures by Rev. Dr. Stafford, and local incidents. Also reported: railroad workers strike in Wilkes-Barre, a July execution in Maryland, and medical remedies peppered with humorous ads.
Census Questions Highlight Population Growth and Marriage Trends
A fragmented federal census analysis discusses how population growth ties to birth and death rates, marriage status, and marital history. It notes regional differences in unmarried rates among men and women, and suggests marriage remains a central social force despite rising population concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Ani
Catherson
Fn Wother
United
Gensus
North Carolina
Rhode Island
Massachusetts
South Dakota
Utah
Oklahoma
Arkansas
Alabama
Georgia
Gresteat
Mississippi
Nevada
Idaho
Montana
A Pleasure and a Duty In Praise of a Remedy
An elderly writer credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with curing long standing stomach trouble after twenty years of illness. The testimonial notes personal relief and urges others to try the medicine, naming a local druggist as the distributor. The short letter emphasizes community benefit and gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esas
Chamberlain
Max
Tieke
Pearre
Dragetstee
Local Deaths and Damages Reported in Maryland News
Scalding injuries follow a fall at Haverstown while Samuel Chilling of Fickstown is noted as a hospital patient. Funeral for Weller Vehe is scheduled near Bragley in Caroline County. William Broadway aged 92 of Baltimore tied to an accident case in Baltimore and Philadelphia stems. Jury awards damages in a death case as witnesses recount the event. Suspects tied to railroad ticket office break in Kings Creek, Somerset County. Jacob C Dayhell, contractor and factory holder, dies after a year of illness at age 53 in Hagerstown. Democratic party promises rally at Allegany on Friday as Bryan supporters mobilize delegates. German faction led by Asa Williwon seeks instructed delegates. County convention slated for Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert
Iearold
David Scanebley
Haveretown
Tony
Samuel Chilling
Fickstows
Washington County
Hoplans
Baltimore
Weller
Carolio
Wiliam Broadway
Balimore
Paladelphis Stemach
Gavrerndt
Stobert T. Wenett
Amos
Selband
Pateves
Kings Creek
Somerset County
Jacob C Dayhell
Hagereowo
Dayhell Mabor
Hagerstown
Awart Contesia
Democratic Prucartes
Allegasy
Allegasy Qwunty Thisuteday
Toe Bryso
Asa Williwon
Bryan
Funeral of Mrs Amalia Schearer Shown at Local Residence
Funeral services for Mrs Amalia Schearer were held at her late home with Rev Dr E KR Eschbach officiating. Pallbearers included Jo W. Starr William Hoalkay Fritchie Hanshew Lewis Koester Henry G. Dall and Laws Wachter. Interment followed at Mt Olwent Cemetery. Also appears in the notice are advertisements for remedies, including South American Nerine Tank and One Minute Cough Cure, with assorted names and local druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amalia Schearer
Iate
Patrick Bireot
E KR Eschbach
Jo W. Starr
Wiliam Hoalkay
Fritchie Hanshew
Lewis Koester
Henry G. Dall
Laws Wachter
Mt Olwent
Schroeder
Also Mentioned on This Page
Alex. Graycom
Usnora
Psopte
Thi
Internal Revenue Office
Indepenct Hose Company
Staford
Dr. Stafford
Frederick
Great ‘of Friends
Visitation Academy
Julius Caesar
Wilkesbarre
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Falling Springs
Mahonisg
Sayre
Jersey City
Wyatt
Annapolis
Smith Yeserday
Robert T. Wyatt
Oliver M. Caulk
Drean
St. Michaels
Roger
Pala
Saace
Domina
Allen
Aft
Fual
W. J Baxter
Druggia
Serta Market Street
Censts
Admiral Dewey
United States Supreme Court
Manila
Fuller
McKenna
Court of Claims
Herbert
Dewer
Stellang Plumbersfield
Philadelphia
United Railways and Electric Company
Baltimore City
I 1S
Meo Sherrettls
Havana
Mgr. Sharretts
General Wood
Tudor
Tenferda Ik Sloe
A. l. Pearce
S. Schley & Bro
Bracwiste
Frederick, Md
Pat Paar
Zakes
Yohn
Bones
Lumbago
Bex
Barriere
Yous Cresivan Co
Brewont Ave
John W Whalen
State of Maryland
Danuarty
Wolter
Swith
Justice of the Peace
Dr. Pierce
Haji
T. A. Im
Nevis
Watauga Co
N.C
Serpelse
Eira
Deroy
George A Gilberts
North Marker Street
B. Rosenour & Sons
Buffalo
Stork
Carvel
Wheatland
Overholt
Pearock
Paus Jones
Old Metvale
Merthird
Gitsan
Tayort Harper
Teamst
Domberion
Altamont
Allerion
Jas
B Pepper
Green River Sour Masnion
Gina
Intersisie
Baer
Anna Giering
Peentr
Wemenonls
Aaih DE Baltemone
Yiale Complaintr
J. Biser
Itask Walton
Central Hardware CO
WM. S. Miller & CO
Robert L. Patterson
Keeley
J. L. Kervand
Ergrater
Pennsylvania Ave
B.C
ELKS
Lester
Satiiacion Geattason
Jesse Marden
Carly
Cariy’s Furniture Store
E. Patrick St
Fred’k, Ma
Clothiers
Tailors
Blackston’s
B. H. Blagkston & Son
North Market Street
JAS. E. Walker & CO
Walker’s
Elgin
Waltham
Hampnden
Sonia
Blocher Bros., Jewelers
Spawn Bading
Peierraten
Thm
Hadi Uberer
W. H. B. Etchison
Ieartaking
Market St
Fred
Telephone
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