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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1909
Page
2
Fragments indicate a Taft trip coverage discussion among PALS groups, with an estimated outreach of about 8000. The garbled text hints at organizational planning and public interest but lacks clear names, dates, or locations.
An account from East Africa describes Roosevelt with a big game hunter using a staged stalk to trap an elephant. The elephant fled after the first shot, and the pair set a concealed second shot, leading to a fatal end for the animal as the bolt was released in time. The report notes dangers and procedures in the hunt.
An incident near a park involving a man named Hansmone Hammond ignited when his clothing caught fire after lighting a pipe with a match. He attempted to escape the carriage but was engulfed as flames spread, later found near his burning gear. Hammond leaves a widow and several children.
Joaquin Miller, addressing San Quentin convicts, condemns President Roosevelt and his strenuous life policy as the source of crime. He argues Americans are too active and that Roosevelt’s approach has driven the nation to reckless behavior and crime.
On October 19 in Monroe county near Stroudsburg a drilling operation commenced to prospect anthracite coal. The drill is set at fee farm and will probe to about 2200 feet. Despite several prior attempts in Monroe township, no bore has yet found coal in paying quantities.
A fragment discussing spiders and their bites, noting the rarity of lethal cases and downplaying danger while warning of ecological impact. It mentions spider venom, potential effects on skin, and the possibility of large colonies destroying vegetation if unchecked.
New York reports a bleached skeleton of a young woman found in woods near Islip Long Island. Coroner notes inability to identify the victim. a mass of long hair tied with ribbon remains near the skull. Time since death estimated at about one year.
An advertisement touts Rexall Muca-Tone as a universal catarrh remedy and health booster for women. It cites Mme Swift of New York endorsing the product and asserts improved blood purity, vitality, and mucous membrane restoration as the path to beauty and strength.
In Shamokin, four election officers pleaded guilty to making false returns in the June primary. Judges sentenced them to terms up to three years. they claimed no pay and said no one asked them to alter results. The court noted the primary election’s greater importance over the general election.
Madrid dispatch reports King Alfonso clashed with Premier Maura after denying a royal pardon for Ferrer. The heated interview followed abroad outrage over Ferrer’s death. Analysts predict Maura may fall as Moret hints at Lib era party changes in the chamber.
Oxford Mich Oct 19 Simultaneously with the disappearance of Mark L Hagte city treasurer and part owner of three banks comes the announcement that he is short in his accounts with two of the banks and with the village about 25 000 The village authorities are auditing the books and it is estimated the shortage will reach between 5000 and 6000 The largest taxes of the village were not in full the last week when nearly 6000 was collected none of which had yet been accounted for
Miss Eva Silberman a deaf mute was saved when a rat in her hair warded off a horse hoof during a streetrun down by a team. fellow deaf mute Miss Mary Koone also involved. Silberman escaped with minor injuries while Koone was not as lucky. In Bridgeport a mother and daughter died and three others were seriously ill after eating toadstools mistaken for mushrooms.
Shamokin Pennsylvania reported a sharp cold spell on October 19 as temperatures plunged well below normal. The brief snap brought a frosty morning and a steady breeze, with residents bundling up and heaters running amid dim skies.
County correspondence lists Maggie Aynitix visiting friends in Barnegville and Washington. Baker family returns home from visiting James Pardum near Clarkaburg. Mrs. Mattie King spent Sunday with son Ernest Walker near Fountain Milly. Rockville resident spent midweek with local friends. E L Baker and J Windsor Winkins spent Thursday at Hagere town fair. Mrs. R P Davis returned home after visiting daughter near Mountain Mille. Thel G T reopened lodge with eight initiates. William Mountiz reported sick. John Watkins of Monrovia visiting his parents. Mrs Thomas Zimmerman of the Manor visiting relatives and friends. Miss Saltie Collistewar and niece back in Frederick after week with Merryland friends. Charles Engle visiting relatives in Todinna. Rev Will Fisher spending time with friends around Burkitville and Petersville. Misses Lizzie and Lila Rennard visiting sister Mrs Eames Flock. A heavy frost Wednesday night with ice in some places. Husking corn to begin soon.
Lizzie Winebrener of Trautville died at age 3 years 11 months 6 days after a brief illness. Funeral held Thursday at the Lutheran church in Woodsboro with Rev Walkenville officiating and burial in Hope cemetery. Pallbearers named Elva Welty, Wilma Welty, Beulah Smith, and Reta Pittinger. George P. Steffer, a Sundok trader, died at 61, leaving a widow and children. he had left Bolivar store duties recently. David H. Delaughter, 60, farmer and Dunkard Church member, died of cancer. survived by widow and 10 children.
The Evingelieit Lutheran Synod of Maryland will meet at St Marys Evan Billial church in Baltimore with Rev Charles Steck of Frederick delivering the Wednesday sermon. Delegates will present certificates, a reception for new members follows, and officers will be elected for the coming year. Lectures and sermons on Augsburg Confession and Lutheran topics fill the schedule through Sunday ordination, with 112 ministers in attendance and surrounding churches hosting visiting clergy.
News of the churches reports Grace Reformed Church will hold a midweek service tomorrow evening at 7 30 with Dr Bernard Steiner of Baltimore expected to attend and speak on the Layman's Movement. All are cordially invited to attend.
A freight wreck east of Watersville derailed nine cars and blocked the tracks, delaying a Baltimore and Ohio Railroad freight train that did not arrive until noon. The incident disrupted service and halted travel briefly.
Residents of Frederick praise Doan's Kidney Pills after widespread relief from back ache and kidney trouble. John T. Webster of East Church Street recounts years of suffering from kidney trouble and scalding urination, bought Doan's at C E Maio's, and has remained cured. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is sole US agent, price 50 cents.
Fragmentary notice advertises a request for malt or beer related product with a contact named David Loweosieta and addresses Ci. Borel and Lowenuters & Weritcimere. It mentions 800 gallons daily and a cross mile marker at 00.
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