25 Oct 1905
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1905
Page
1
A city dealer announces a large, up-to-date stock of carriages and steel and rubber tires. Patrons are invited to visit and view the full line, with the shop offering demonstrations and assistance.
A chipped advertisement urges keeping the head uncovered to prevent germ infestation. It touts Herpicide as a pleasant benign treatment that kills germs and promotes air for scalp health, claiming support from leading druggists and listing J A Williamson as special agent in Detroit, Michigan.
In Harrisburg Governor Pesuspacher, urged by Swart and Lowrey, considers withdrawing prosecution against Hall of Swift & Co over adulterated sausages. Secretary of the Navy Pounaparte initiated action. trial set for November 2. Henry H. Cook of New York leaves 90000 to charity. probate notes indicate estate likely at least 15 million with Elihu Root named executor.
Randolph writes to Zina Carter that the Panama Canal is feasible for Americans within a short time, despite climate and labor challenges. He cites vast labor needs, Jamaica as a labor source, and outdated French machinery hindering progress, urging adoption of modern equipment and efficient organization.
Joseph G. McAllen aged 65 a board of poor directors member died at home amid ongoing inditement for misappropriating almsh supplies. Indicted but unable to attend trial. associates acquitted of charges yet convicted of concealing facts. Robbers opened a Ridgeville bank safe and fled with 6000 dollars. H J Richardson a once wealthy mine owner died in Atlantic City hospital. Mayor Dunne backs referendum to close Sunday saloons. General Jonathan A. known in Penney fa died at Taena.
Harvie Jonian, president of the Southern Cotton association, leads a drive to secure the cotton crop against speculators aiming to keep prices low. A Georgian resident of Monticello, he has served as first vice president of the Ute Farmers National Congress.
Captain Andrew P. Jansen and eight crew members of the Erie Rescue Station spent about 16 hours at sea in gale winds chasing a distress call from North Cast. Pa. 16 miles east of Jsrie. Pa. They towed into port exhausted after discovering no vessel in distress and learning the call was bogus. The crew had gone to search the Mantenee wreck 21 miles east but found no danger.
Preparations are under way to seize papers from the wrecked Enterprise National Bank showing names of the Pennsylvania Development Company the Santa Fe Central iaader W I Andrews Francis de Vorrance Arthur Kennedy as endorsers. The bank's closing follows a discrepancy found by Bank Examiner Cunningham between reports to the Comptroller of the Currency. Acting Attorney General Hoyt orders US District Attorney Dunkle to probe for possible criminal charges.
Miss Ella Price, living with her brother and sister-in-law at Cedar Grove Montclair, was found semi clothed on the front porch with bruises on her throat and torn garments. A milkman carried her to a nearby house for aid while police seek an unknown assailant. She later grew hysterical and could share few details.
President Roosevelt concluded a strenuous day in Alabama with a two hour Birmingham visit after touring Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute and the Tuskegee Female College. He traveled from Montgomery to Tuskegee by special train, spoke to crowds in Montgomery countryside, and was greeted warmly in Birmingham. An intoxicated man dropped a pistol in Birmingham. the president signaled officers, and the man was arrested.
Dispatch from Santiago reports government forces restore order after a violent outbreak. About 3 killed and many wounded earlier as troops were scarce, then redeployed to quell rioters aided by absentee troops. City gradually returns to normal amid political tension and public anger toward authorities.
Testimony before the five member committee reveals Charles Smith hired by Mutual Life to prepare dispatches sent to about 140 papers. Vouchers totaled 1100 with further amounts expected, including a 22 fine noted as justified. Walter Sullivan disclosed last year’s magazine ads at 42000 and insurance papers cost extra. total ad spending reached 229797 without full detail. John R. Hegeman, Metropolitan Life President, explained collateral loans were shifted to Vermike & Co. to avoid Wall Street loan rush. he praised John A. McCall though noting large loans at low rates.
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