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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1898
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text shows a historic newspaper advertisement and postal notice from Frederick Maryland. It mentions mail rates, subscription terms, and a telegraph exchange connection with a stated annual fee and inducements for clubs, plus instructions for mailing and free delivery of information and news from across the country.
An 1898 October note reports a suggestion to appoint a commission to probe Admiral Dewey's conduct. It mentions Maryland soldiers paying for clothing as state volunteers and commends Aominal Scatry for swift Porto Rico arrangements. It notes the approaching election and campaigns, and contrasts President McKinley's Canton stance with Bryan’s nationwide speechmaking.
The issue highlights a history of the Catholic Church in Vreterick from its first settlers and Father Williams 1763 arrival, plus Captain Kilmer's Santiago campaign chapter and Kate Jordan’s Circle in the Sand. It includes The Girl About Town letters, entertainment notes, and standard departments on agriculture fashion and lessons. The New York Herald discusses Mormon polygamy and its linked statehood debate.
The article argues polygamy can be banned by law but Mormonism cannot, urges civic resistance to missionary activity, and warns of the religion's spread. It notes Mormon elders gathering near the border and estimates over two hundred thousand adherents three years prior, urging Christians to curb growth.
A collection of brief curiosities and quips from Baltimore Herald Hagerstown Mail and Baltimore American highlighting a mute Norristown woman observed as a curiosity a Teddy Roosevelt metaphor, a plant disease in Michigan feared spreading, and a note on Lafayette knowledge plus general praise for public enthusiasm.
A compact collage of brief exchanges and quips from urban columns. Remarks on beauty and judgment clash in chatter about a rose, a price bargain prompts a skeptical response, and a light tease about politics and plucking lingers amid cartoons and aphorisms from periodicals.
The Philadelphia Times weighs a constitutional amendment for a national divorce law urged by Episcopal leaders. It notes the difficulty of amending the U S Constitution, needing three fourths of states, and a broad public opinion shift. Yet churches could still influence state legislatures toward stricter divorce standards.
Local report notes that several men on North Market Street organized a private cock-fight. Authorities caution that such events breach regional animal cruelty laws. No injuries or official charges reported at this time.
An early season concert opens with bright Tchaikowsky motifs and graceful singing as Chloe draws attention with golden tresses. Interspersed verses reflect on childhood wealth and memory, while other poems and reflections reveal a mood of longing, sleep, and distant horizons. The news dispatch notes Britain ordering full manning of ships in a wartime context.
Mr Henry W Nogie and Miss Rose Lys wed Thursday at 18 West Third Street in a ceremony conducted by Rev BL McLean. A note reports two horses owned by Samuel M Kefanter that vanished from Frans wick last week were recovered in Teters ville Sunday morning.
Thursday night coverage notes the forthcoming Flower Show will surpass previous society events with unusually large public support. Observer comments and local editorials discuss civic engagement and the town’s lively anticipations amid varied local concerns.
A lively town column relays seasonal chatter from Hagerstown and nearby towns. It notes weather, garden canning, weddings, fashion, millinery openings, fairs, church activities, and forthcoming events in October and November, with local personalities and venues like Toole's theatre and the Frederick Fair highlighted.
Sunday church services are listed for multiple congregations including St James Lutheran St Johns Catholic and Grace Reformed. Also noted are catechism and Sunday school times plus a visit by Bishop Paret for confirmation and word of illness for Mr C F Schroeder. Frequent pastor changes and synod absences noted.
In the District Court of Maryland In bankruptcy John Kuhn has been adjudged bankrupt by Judge Morris. A first meeting of creditors is set for October 20 at the office of Edward Goldsborough referee in bankruptcy. The meeting will review claims examine the bankrupt and select three trustees.
Mrs Qhiava Virginia Getzendanner wife of M Eugene Getzendanner died at home on West Patrick street this morning at 9 16 from consumption with heart trouble after about three months illness She was 55 The funeral will be Monday at 3 o clock from the home Also noted are the deaths of Lawrence Bentz Abram Hill and Joseph Vitelli and reports of marriage licenses Henry W Nagle and Rose Six An investment notice closes the item.
A historical overview extols Paine's celery compound as a universal cure for nervous ailments and blood impurities. It highlights Prof Edward F. Phelps as its discoverer, detailing his Yale education, professorships at Vermont University and Dartmouth, and his influence on medicine. It notes the remedy's claims to strengthen nerves, improve appetite, and promote weight gain. Also lists amusements for a week beginning October 24 with Toole in multiple roles.
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