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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1889
Page
2
Opinion piece argues against capital punishment by contending hanging burglars will not curb murder or burglary. It suggests harsh penalties deter crime and protect communities, urging lawmakers to act to reduce crime through strict deterrence and enforcement.
The article outlines Swiss government by a seven member federal council and dual parliament. It explains the president’s one year term, cantonal duties, and the pay of officials. It highlights the famous referendum granting direct voter revisions of the constitution and laws, with the people as final authority.
The article notes how electric lights fail to illuminate streets when the moon is bright, leaving nights awash in darkness. Belated pedestrians struggled after 10 pm amid broken pavements, while the town laments a looming surplus of moonlight and a growing corporate burden on street lighting.
Community letters respond to stockholder views on Electric Light Plant and city streets. A resident argues for concrete paving and macadam options funded by bond savings, while others defend editorial independence and seek accuracy about a wedding report.
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