Civil service reform debate in Sixth District of Maryland
A Baltimore editorial discusses opposition to civil service reform by Georges M. Fisher and others, arguing reform would curb patronage. It contrasts reformers’ aims with party operatives who resist changes to hiring and firing, urging a clearer understanding of civil service’s goals and long-term public efficiency.
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Georges M. Fisher
Bri Ag
Cand
Congress
Pearce
Rockville
Maryland
George M. Fisher Syt
Agia
Fisher
Patin Pew Wen
Mr. Fisher
Frederick County
Baltimore News
Controversial Rail Labor Wages and Night Tournaments
Contemporary opinion pieces discuss railroads and worker promotion, criticizing wage structures and benefits while noting political engagement among youth. Other items describe Maryland night tournaments, gas light illumination, and romantic pageantry with knights riding for rings amid summer crowds.
Minutess of Merriness and Newspapers in Jests
A collage of humorous exchanges from U S papers mocking politeness and misperceptions. Quips about Chinese conduct, missionaries, and a boarder comment about string beans provide a snapshot of light satire and cultural attitudes in era humor columns.
Chauncey Depew predicts big McKinley votes
The Philadelphia Record quotes Chauncey M Depew saying McKinley will win more electoral votes than any candidate in this generation. He compares the forecast to his earlier support for Horace Greeley in 1872 and notes the European perspective on U S politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chauncey
Philadelphia
Chauncey M. Depew
McKinley
Depew
Europe
Horace Greeley
Moments With The Muse and a Summer Ode
A fragmented verse sketch notes nature and poetry in a drift of lines. It cites Henry Cleaveland Wood and Ainslee's Magazine and reflects on crickets, butterflies, bees, and the lazy summer day as it shifts toward autumn. The piece blends contemplative imagery with casual observations of wildlife and seasons.
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Earth
Henry Clevenaxp
Ainslee
Painter Rescues Himself by Teeth on Chicago Spires
A. Alizewoki, a painter, saved his life while gilding the cross atop St. Hyacinth's Polish Catholic church. At 160 feet up, he grabbed a dangling rope with his teeth when overbalanced, hung briefly, then pulled himself to the platform. He fainted afterward and was treated for an internal rupture likely from gripping the rope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teeech
A. Alizewoki
Chicago
St. Hyacinth
Miller's Contention at Eastern Filers Convention
Local flour makers plan to attend the 23rd annual convention of the Pennsylvania Mineral State Association at the Grand Atlantic Hotel in Atlantic City New Jersey on September 12 13 and 14. Five hundred millers are expected to participate for discussions on industry matters and a program featuring notable speakers and holiday features. For full information and room reservations contact Secretary W B Richardson 227 S Sixth Street Philadelphia PA.
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Grand Atlantic Hotel
Atlantic City
N. J
Pennsylvania Mineral State Association
W- B. Richardson
S. Sixth Street
Philadelphia
Disorderly Conduct Incidents At Local Magistrates
Charles Beil arrested Saturday night by Officers Hann Howard and Cook for being drunk and disorderly. Justice Smith found him guilty and imposed a fine of 8, which was paid. Effie Bill arrested last night by Officers Six and Cook charged with disorderly conduct or fighting. Justice Smith fined her 1.50, which was paid.
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Charles Beil
Hann, Howard
Cook
Justice
Smith
Effie Bill
Six
Justice Smith
Youth Visitor Falls From Tree Injures Head
A young boy visiting in the city fell from a tree near the Park yesterday evening and was critically injured. The boy landed on his head but is not seriously hurt.
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Hoes
Oysters Open Season North to Patuxent River
Oysters may be taken in Maryland waters now with tangers first to work. Fresh water oysters from north of Patuxent fetch lower market value, while Chesapeake beds are the world’s most valuable producers. Weather affects quality, but demand remains high. crop expected good. Also: Fire Engin Company gathering, market quotas set, church foundation begun on West Second Street, and job ads note affordable classified opportunity.
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Patuxent River
Cepes
Patuxent
Chesapeake
Chesapeake Bay
Lynn Haven
Bay
Old Point Comfort
Charles Cuy
Bins Point
Cape Cod
Rockaway
Shrewsbury
Notice of land and road conveyance for public use
Notice announces a public sale and legal action to alter a public road from the North side of a public road near a church lot to the north, including an easement for a Tuscarora Improvement project. It lists trustees, boundaries, and measurements, with a sale date of Saturday, September 8, 1900, at 10 o'clock a.m., featuring 16 head of horses and other live stock.
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Ressenterg
Ecaart
Cuizent
Miraard Harrie
Biucheseg
Bowen
Wm Csurek
Trugees
Palix
Hiecsard Harris
Norte
Saad
Breres Row
Sale
Dotbsawiteh
Milly
Towit
Tuscarore
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
Kellroad
Baltimore and Ohio Hallroad
D. Gles
Tuscarors Creek
Sid Railroad
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Michagg
Rowik
Suiside
Georg I. Resner
New Midway
Abrahams Brevi
Train Schedule Fragments Across States and Cities
Fragmented OCR lists train routes and stations with limited readable data. It notes departures and connections among Philadelphia Washington Baltimore Pittsburgh Cincinnati and other hubs, with sporadic times and exceptions for Sundays and daily service.
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Amar
Cincinnati
Phidelphia
Wweshinecon
Ei Leington
Way
Washingtoui
St Louis
Tier Et Tations
Philadelpia
Washiactos d Way
Philadelphis
Vo. Pittsburg
Aidog
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Republican Party
Wellington
Baltimore
Censens Bureau
Sansaga
China
Missionaaries
Mgon
United States
Mimcias
Baltimore Herald
Elliscott City Times
McJigger
Meekton
Avera
Philadelphia Press
Laura
Flora
Fitz- Sitamons
Indianapolis Press
St. Peter
Toole
Misther O'Grady
Harlem
Voice OF the Press
New Bedford
Maes
Itiggad
St. Louis Globe Democrat
Germany
Department of Artalco
America
Conaueng
Paris
Maurice
Bea
Acarin
United Steam Fire Engin Company
J. E. W. Hargett
United Brethren Church
West Second Street
Tor News
S. Schley & Bro. Droits
Wisteo
Cates
Frederik Colieze
Sepaatt
Record Street
Wm. Anderson
Weim Anderson
E. M. Dyer
S Court Street
Atesodi
Fark Street
Eagshdés
Routh West Corner Market
Church Sts
East Second Street
Eepadiw
Roe Note
Utica
Mills
Pereberon
Nellie
Salem-a& Credit
W. E. J. Utterbace
Harry R. Snook
Dewith
Third Street
C.E. Cine
South St
C. A. Frazier
Patrick Street
W. Patrick Street
Prancie Johnson
J. N. Clary
East Church Street
H. EB
Exon
Music Hall
N- Market St
South Market Street
G. DB. Miller
S. Market Street
J. W. Hilleary
Petersville
J. €. O'Donnell
MD. Thartt
John Lloyd
West Patrick St
Hemilton Lindsay
Mebbing
Brunswick
Angildim
Academy OF the Visitation
Frederick. MD
Aretachtawst the Academy
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Patrick Stever
Frederick
E. Payne
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Sapebucs
Guindy
Singspore Hin Lou
W. Hares
Sopidiwe
Hariox
L. Routzahn
Senghy Echew
William A. Simmons
N. Market Street
J. M. Horne
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Me Saan Goods
Landis
N. Market
Market ST
Markels & Trail
Carroll ST
West Patrick Street
City Hotel
BLY Mesaues & & CO
Milimers
Aproac
D. Mantz
Frederick City
Townslip Soors & Son
Bankers and Beokers
North Street
Baltimore, MD
Wicot
Wilcol & Hiestos
FBI
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Washington
D.C
Washington Stock Exchange
B.S
Stereei
Olédawly
Noah E. Cramer
Cramer
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Loreen
Lewis
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New York
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Baltimor Way
Stear Maryland B .E
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Shippensboro
Gettyetun- Norfolk & Western B E
Hagerstown
B.d& O
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Cherry Row
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Bruce Tie
Hanover
N.C
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Union Station
Malin Line
Neice
MAB
Msey Lay
Pen-Mar Bighfel
New Windsor
Westminster Geey
Ae Glyndon
Ariington
Krive Lewalaaiaal
Westminster
Newasor
Union Brides
Braceville
Tourmort
Blue Ridge
Buena Vista Spring
Edgemont
Lagerstown
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Haithmore
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Tales Bridge
Union Bridge
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Beatone
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Lesve Hagerstowz
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Rocky Hidga
Mack
Widen
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Cherry Run
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