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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1901
Page
4
Frederick MD newspaper notes Roosevelt’s Congress message leniency and public mood. Citizens favor Shoey for president though unlikely. Frederick war debt payments and Crowinshield promotion rumors spark national contempt discussions.
The Tax News column cites W. S. Smith, a practical apple grower, arguing extended apple production could boost Frederick county farmers. He notes local profits from existing orchards, cites a $50,000 county take, a single firm buying 4,500 barrels for $12,000, and high winter prices. He warns New York regions face shortages and suggests local farmers shift from cheap wheat to apples for higher returns.
Ellicot City Times and Baltimore American praise Admiral Schley for facing harsh accusations with patience and candor. Citizens see his Santiago victory as proof of his merit, while naval clique critics are blamed for the alleged smears against him.
The Baltimore News notes that Sabtar’s reticence has proven wise amid hostile naval factions. In court the attack on his courage collapsed, revealing the shallow sensationalism of anti-Sobley figures and the dominance of truthful, restrained discourse over noisy newspaper controversy.
From the Chicago Record-Herald an editorial argues that reciprocity treaties face opposition mainly from highly protected industries, notably steel, which fear domestic price hikes and market loss. It suggests limited tariff swaps could expand foreign markets while aiding other domestic producers, echoing McKinley’s idea of using tariffs to promote export sales.
Fragmented verse from Lipincott's Magazine features two poems. The first, There is a dreamlike invitation to a distant land called the country of Over There, told in a childlike voice with vivid color and longing. The second, Autumn, portrays Cythera and Proserpina in a mood of sorrow and memory as Adonis brings clover, ending with reflective imagery.
After the Winchester Fair ended on Friday, Saturday saw hundreds of fakirs, sideshow workers, and dancing girls stranded by debt. Over 200 remained in Winchester with little business, boarding houses cheated, and various means used to drive them away. Street entertainments arose, collections were taken, and many left town by train.
Music lovers in Frederick will enjoy a second Peabody soloists recital arranged by President Apple of the Woman's College. The same company returns with a new program, details to follow. Date set for November 11.
One hundred and thirty Frederick residents took a special excursion to the National Capital aboard the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad yesterday. Only one ticket was sold to Luray.
A Buffalo editorials calls for swift execution of the assassin of President McKinley. It argues the murderer should die within the week of October 28 under law, condemning delay and urging immediate death penalty akin to a court martial. A Reverend Blagdon adds that justice is slow and mercy misapplied.
Marshall Bennett of Park Mills angered a Frederick crowd with a Saturday speech on the Patrick and Court corner. Officer Holbruner arrested him and Judge Eckstein fined him $5 for disorderly conduct. 20 days in jail in default. Oscar Jackson faces $20 fine and 30 days in jail for beating his wife. George Speaks fined $1 for a Sixth street fight. David Elliot released on habeas corpus after testimony. released on own recognizance pending court. John Wood appeared for Elliott.
The main Baltimore and Ohio rail line bridge across Opeqnon creek two miles east of Martinaburg burned from an unknown cause about 2 am Saturday. All traffic delayed briefly. The south freight track bridge, wood and newly built, was entirely destroyed. Other iron structures remained undamaged.
The article explains sugar beet silos used to store beets until factory delivery. Beets are piled in ricks, covered with dirt to six inches, with ventilation to prevent fermentation. Silos are monitored to avoid heating and sugar loss, delaying shipment until cold weather.
Frost protection may extend the season for vegetables like winter radishes, turnips, lettuce, spinach, and kale, but real November cold snaps can kill tender growth. Even hardy greens risk damage as November cold sets in, leaving crops vulnerable unless protected.
A letter from T. Greiner of Ohio discusses protecting vegetables and herbs in late autumn to extend harvests through mild winters. He describes building simple wooden frames to shield parsley lettuce and kale. The piece also highlights Keiffer pears growing in New Jersey, their quality, and market appeal, comparing them to other pears and noting past canning practices.
The Local Mart directory notes market quotas from director J KE W Hargett for today. Corn per barrel sells at 3.0 dollars and shelled corn at 54 cents per bushel. No 2 red whip price 69, steamer 59, rejected 55 cents per bushel. Har 813 and 14 dollars per toc.
State's Attorney Worthington traveled to Harrisburg to present Samuel P. Rinkey's affidavit swearing to Emanuel Spiro's identity to Governor Stone. Meanwhile Mrs. A F Wolfe, long ill, has regained strength to sit up in her room.
A collage of stray quotes, jokes, medical tips, ads and a public sale notice from 1901. Fragments include misheard dialogues, a tea and coffee tip, a poem editor exchange, a misfired humor note, and a public sale announcement for land in Hansonville in Frederick County Maryland.
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