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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1916
Page
5
The Daily News published in Frederick Maryland details subscription rates, office addresses, and advertising policies. The notice lists offices and sale points in Frederick and Brunswick, with telephone numbers and entry noting items collected by mail or carrier.
Frederick County voters approve a partial prohibition measure effective May 1 1918 allowing liquor sales only for medicinal pharmaceutical scientific or mechanical purposes The result narrows the dry majority while Baltimore city supports continued licensed saloons The law’s effect extends into neighboring regions with caution about slipstreams of business and local districts remaining wet or dry The piece notes cautious optimism and political maneuvering as communities anticipate spring 1918 adjustments.
Statewide pressureframes Baltimore and Allegany county under scrutiny as dry forces urge abolishing saloons in remaining wet centers. Wets, though heated, show restraint while law officers prepare for enforcement of prohibitory measures aiming to curb intoxication and disorder and improve community welfare.
The piece commends a notably clean local election and urges strict enforcement against campaign finance abuses. It argues that publicity of contributions helps curb fraud, notes declines in bribery and repetition, and calls for vigorous prosecution of violations and a review of past campaign acts before courts. It ends with a pivot to discussing changing the inauguration date.
Twenty years ago today in Frederick an item from The News column recalls a local accident and a notable event involving John O Crown. The report hints at a boundary question between Maryland and Virginia and references a forthcoming Supreme Court term.
The article discusses widespread price increases not tied to war conditions, noting retailers and wholesalers may share blame in a system that inflates costs. It explores conspiracies versus follow-the-leader dynamics, suggesting price rises are pervasive and not easily assignable to a single guilty party. Also included are real estate listings and a quirky note on turtles and terrapins.
An advertisement claims Danderine removes dandruff and hair loss within minutes, stimulates roots, and delivers new fine hair across the scalp. It likens results to rain nourishing vegetation and promises hair that is long, strong, fluffy, and abundant after regular use.
The notice references bankruptcy proceedings and district court actions including property matters and creditors. It lists parties and the intent to transact on certain properties, with dates and venues likely to involve official filings and court orders.
Crowds packed the street before The News office last evening to watch an election tally displayed on a large canvas screen. The paper coordinated with the telephone company to relay early results from New York and Washington, with women among the enthusiastic observers. The countdown showed drys leading in key districts, while bonfires and church bells celebrated the returns.
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