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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1909
Page
3
A new large copper trust is forming in New York with Daniel Guggenheim's European return triggering rapid movement. The proposed combine would unite Guggenheim interests with Amalgamated-Cole-Ryan properties to influence copper production and prices, with setup expected in the next few days.
The Guggenheims aim to dominate copper supply through a combine with Amalgamated interests. They project enormous profits by reducing production costs to under eight cents per pound, with copper currently around 13 cents. Industry leaders acknowledge ongoing consolidations but exact terms remain uncertain. Meanwhile, a Baltimore area accident kills Frederick Rettlin, and a Navy midshipman recovery is reported as improving. Health ads promote Ry dale Stomach and Liver Tablets for digestive and organ health.
Ten men and one woman accused of forming a Black Hand gang terrorizing Hazleton and nearby towns were arrested by state troopers and County Detective Maclin in Hazleton. They were held on bail after a hearing before Alderman Brown. Agents recovered weapons and disguises at the house. Named defendants include Joseph A. Conte, Domenick Serre, Ralmona Beltrana, Carmene Barello, Dominick Ciccolo, Girolamo Grillo, and others. Authorities say they threatened to blow up dances and kill families in a conspiratorial robbery plot.
Norristown Nov 13 William J Pinley aged 33 has vanished leaving his bride of four weeks in fear. A small book and papers belonging to Finley were found along the railroad near Swedeland where he went to collect money. He worked as an agent for an insurance company.
Kingston reports five days of nonstop rain with many drownings. Unprecedented violence caused massive agricultural damage and widespread transportation disruption. Cables interrupted, steamer Amenda reportedly floated without damage, Port Antonio and nearby areas hit hard with ongoing rains and a $5,000,000 loss estimate.
In Altoona, Emma Watson wed John A. Setera while her father lay dead in an adjoining room. The ceremony proceeded after the tragedy, with Rev. W. J. Campbell officiating as onlookers noted the arranged wedding despite the bereavement.
An advertisement fragment touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as the world's best remedy for sick and nervous headaches. It asserts the pills improve mood, strengthen nerves, and build up health, mentioning a marriage notice in 250 line style.
Karl Bulock, a nineteen year old bandit, robbed the State Bank of Budora on Oct 11 and returned with a companion to rob the Kaw Valley State Bank of Hindora. They grabbed cash, fled to the hills west of town, a posse confronted them, a fight ensued, Joel was killed by a self inflicted wound, the companion surrendered, about $2000 was taken, and cashier Starr is expected to recover.
In Georgetown Delaware on November 13 Hulda E Davidson a Stockley teacher is held on assault and battery charges after twelve year old Willam Marvel reportedly bled from back and legs after whipping. Mrs Marvel alleges cruelty while county officials defend the educator saying the boy was troublesome and deserved punishment.
Fear of ghouls desecrating financier Edward Harriman's grave at St. John's Arden prompts a night watchman to guard the graveyard. The vault is mostly in rock with cemented sides and a concrete top reinforced by a derrick chain, reducing chances of intrusion.
Washington reports a new Spain Cuba trade pact nearing completion may trigger abrogation of the Cuban reciprocal treaty and the imposition of maximum duties on Spanish imports into the United States. Pope Pius receives Sister of Archbishop Ryan in private audience in Rome. He inquires about the Philadelphia prelate and grants a blessing. A man in Bloomsburg, Pa., is attacked by a vicious horse, losing the end of his nose while near a barn.
A sensational report details a New York case where doctors milieu and surgeons discuss a blood sale scheme tied to Miss Kayser’s illness at St Luke's Hospital. The piece recounts offers of blood for payment, consent doubts, and the impact on the patient and family, with officials avoiding names and seeking anonymity amid medical ethics controversy.
Reports say a gunner on Jamies Golden’s Springettsbury farm shot at a rabbit and killed a Jersey cow. Detectives seek the shooter’s identity as authorities review the incident filed November 13 near York. A separate Erie railroad mishap killed several track laborers, with others injured.
New York reports show essential goods near their peak, with Aradstroat's index at 6.9278 on Nov. 15, highest since 1907. Wages fail to keep pace as consumer prices rise, marking a 66.7 percent increase over the depression era.
In Georgetown Delaware a three year old girl Emma Walls daughter of John Walls died after eating a red stick of candy bought at a small shop. An examination by a physician found the child suffered from poison from a dye used to color the candy, prompting a dangerous illness before death.
Fragmentary ad style copy touts bodalo's Kidivoy and a claimed Kidney Remedy. It hints at cures for kidney issues and warns of harm if not treated, naming various places and people in a garbled fashion. The text resembles a historical patent medicine pitch with unclear dates or authorities.
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