05 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1896
Page
1
The piece discusses prosperity if political promises are kept, notes patriotic independence, and reflects on President Cleveland's Thanksgiving proclamation. It condemns Blame for William Jennings Bryan’s defeat, praising his campaign while lamenting political slaughter and the national sympathy for a man miscast by circumstances.
A historical piece argues the Thanksgiving season should coincide with the annual election month to redirect public mood from partisan divisions. It praises gratitude, moral balance, and national progress, urging citizens to acknowledge providence and the grace that preserves the republic amid recent political campaigning. The text reflects on lessons learned and urges thanks for unity and preserved liberty.
A fragmented 19th century style address warns against plutocracy and social theories. It urges elected leaders to restore faith among labor and agricultural classes, resist wealth concentration, and commit to fourfold action to preserve free institutions and national unity amid growing modernization.
The piece notes a quiet close to a highly active election campaign with heated rhetoric and a large Mother Hubbard parade in Wheeling honoring Mrs Mary Ellen Lease. It mentions snow in South Dakota and storms across Michigan and critiques on ballot fraud amid a dramatic political season.
News notes from multiple papers report on industries that never flag including mixed drinks and brass bands, an enormous contract critique, Texas irrigation plans for November 12, and a Long Tea Long Tong Society loan inquiry. Also a Philadelphia Record teaser about a quail season open with armed men hunting.
A collection of quoted remarks from readers and officials including Joe Chew Jr on accountability, the Bryan figure, Mayor Yeakie on city telephone service, a critic of Altgeld, a local prognosticator predicting a harsh winter, and Lewis Frailey commenting post election stability.
The Bentztown Bard reports arriving early from Wolfarmille to Frederick for early returns. Voters were orderly with prompt assistance. a few badly stamped ballots noted. Frederick County leaned Republican by a large margin but remains politically unsettled. an Anpid Democrat predicts a Democratic comeback next fall. HM. P. Morse hopes for business revival and stable national policy.
A fragmentary poetic reminiscence contrasts signs and luck with memories of a youthful voyage. The speaker recalls the new moon as a sign, then laments the lad who sailed to Skye and asks to reclaim the lost self and past joys. The fragment ends with a signature line about the lad that is gone.
Sir Richard Temple discusses the permanent rise in wheat and the role of California wheat in easing famine post 1846 Indian affairs. He notes landing wheat at Calcutta could sell for eight to nine seers per rupee, potentially meeting India’s shortage if American supply fails and the government may buy wherever favorable.
The June Agnot Company presented Lishy Priaon a five act drama to an enthusiastic audience last evening. The work depicted heroic deeds in scenes set in the south with equal sympathy for North and South. An orchestral overture sparked gallery noise as reports spread that Bryan won the electoral college. Tonight Myrtie Ferna closes the program as the curtain falls.
A monthly health officer report for October lists deaths and diseases by category, including heart disease, convulsions, and diphtheria. It notes contagious illness concerns and mentions a horse kick causing serious injury at Kilbaugh's House. Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised as a cure.
Public sale announced by assignee of mortgage on a tract of land in Frederick City Maryland. The property includes a brick house and is tied to a deed recorded in Frederick County Land Records. Sale date set for November X, 1596 at noon, with details of prior transfers and legal notices provided by the attorneys. Listed names include Lance Jase Dizon and mortgage assignee Morus F. L. Stover.
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