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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1905
Page
6
In Frederick Maryland the newspaper outlines subscription and carrier delivery options. It lists 3 cents per month for city mail and 150 dollars per six years, with terms for advance payment and postal rates. The notice references the paper’s offices and manager details for readers.
The piece critiques Pennsylvania attitude toward old political machines. It argues against erecting a public statue to Matthew Stanley Quay, noting the state’s rejection of his machine and urging Parliament to repeal the appropriation bill to honor honest government. It frames the statue as an affront to decency and a stain on state memory.
The clippings criticize Hyde syndicates and shifting reform ideas while praising reform as a safer amusement and noting the political maneuvering for Annapolis pension speakership. They warn that an Independent would be traded with Republicans for patronage, corrupting decency prior to the session.
A fragmented excerpt discusses small political groups and their influence on elections and public opinion. It hints at concerns over motives and the potential loss of influence if their actions become more visible in public affairs.
A collage of breezy misreadings and quips from various newspapers includes banter about love and resilience, a tourist question about a hair trick, a cashier’s window sign joke, a streetcar conductor swindle, and other brief vignettes.
Across several papers, Niagara’s dwindling waters spark a protest against industrial exploitation. Roosevelt’s intervention and press voices urge safeguards to preserve Cataract’s aesthetic value over commercial gain. Essays criticize unmoderated appetites for food and money as modern vices.
A poem tribute to a fallen poet, praising his love of spring morning and hill melodies. The piece notes the artist’s joy in nature and his influence on verse, ending with the somber line declaring him dead and a broken tune. Frank Orupster Sherman referenced.
The column discusses rumors of the Wabash entering Frederick and routes to DC, plus surveys by Wabash engineers. It questions aldermen on reassessment timing, notes Christmas shopping and local store support, criticizes garbage collection delays, and observes tight housing demand signaling population growth.
The Frederick Junior football team travels to Hagerstown to face the local High School squad in a scheduled contest. An advertising message seeks to compel attendance and bolster support for the event and team.
A light market note discusses improved weather and holiday mood, noting a lack of turkeys and ducks but mentions rabbits and a vendor with new dish. Prices for eggs to cranberries and meats to vegetables are listed, reflecting a broad range of seasonal goods and imperfect coinage.
Mr. Lewis Wachter of West Patrick Street collapsed from a stroke yesterday after dinner on a porch near Mr. Oslvin Geishbart’s home. Wm. Brengie assisted, Wachter was taken home, Dr. F B Smith summoned, and he showed slight improvement the next day.
Harvey R. Lesse, auctioneer, offered for sale at the court house door at 11 this morning a 140 acre farm near Charlesville improved with a ten room house. It was withdrawn at a bid of 450 dollars per acre. Chas B. Foat, auctioneer, offered a two story brick dwelling on South Market Street for Thaddeus M. Biser as mortgage assignees at 11 this morning. It was withdrawn at a bid of 1050 dollars.
Obituary notes the death of a Lafayette College benefactor connected to Easton Pa. The college, led by President Timvd, reports gifts totaling 362,500 toward a 75th anniversary celebration. Ralph Voorhees of Canton N J contributed a Sieur gift as part of the fundraising drive. The deceased is survived by a wife and other relatives.
New York reports the Holiday Wholesale Trade under way with improved retail distribution. Orders rise for distant delivery as buyers fundaments shift with cooler weather. Iron and steel output remains steady, rail traffic up 19 percent in early November, while foreign hides trade slows and labor scarcity persists.
In Tom Sharkey's gymnasium British Royal Marine William E. Cockayne defeated American Jack Reine in a three round exhibition. Referee Sharkey did not award a decision but declared Cockayne the winner of the cup for the best showing. Cockayne weighed about 157 pounds while Reine weighed around 115 pounds.
A U S immigrant child arriving aboard the steamship Canocpir Mon iY in the care of Missionary Elmer Burgess was ordered deported. Charles Miles of Finsburg Pa appeals to the Dept of Commerce and Labor for the girl. If denied, a request to President Roosevelt may be sought.
The Clover Leaf Literary Society led by President Walter Ramsburg held an afternoon session with a large program of recitations essays declamations and orations by members such as G DeGrarge W Schaefer O Hagar L Eichelberger G Rodock E Hargett and others. Officers were elected including President A Nicodemac and Secretary O E Hemp as the group adjourned to meet November 2.
A lengthy argument and general debate followed the adoption and rejection votes. Judges E House, S Toomas, and J McLace ruled 1 to 0 in favor of the negative side.
The Heart of Ireland presented at City Opera House last night impressed critics and audiences. Edward Wright stars as a leading player with songs he authored, praised for beauty and dash. The production is noted for strong acting and romantic Irish drama.
A review notes Dora Thorne a charming English Esmeralda type and a playful tale featuring a sweet sixteen heroine. The production promises action with swords and armor, and the show debuts next Wednesday night at the Guy Opera House.
A local advertises Chamberisin's Salve for chapped hands and skin conditions. It claims quicker results with nightly application and cites Pearre's Drug Store as the point of sale.
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