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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1894
Page
3
A fragment from an old ad column urges using two large ads to drive benefits quickly. It argues two big mauls beat many small ones, promoting one strong paper like Tae News as the best value. Readers are advised to plan ads for Thursday publication and submit copy by Wednesday.
The Maryland governor contemplates proclaiming September 18 as a state holiday after a petition with over five thousand signatures from merchants and citizens statewide. Groups backing the move include the Society of the War of 1812 and the Junior Order of United American Mechanics, with Barber associations considering a general expression of opinion.
The September meeting of the YMCA was held in the hall of the association with a large, enthusiastic audience. Committees reported invitations issued for Sunday gospel services, a Swatermelon reception after adjournment, and plans for October activities. A three member program group was set, refreshments organized, and notes praised committee efforts as 180 attended across meetings last night. Mr. Wm. E. Lampe will speak on Our Privileges, and Rev. Kubimane addressed last Sunday's gospel service on Called to Kingdom, with strong attendance and interest in ongoing work led by Walter Saunders as secretary.
The big Republican convention opens tomorrow at 10 a.m. in the City Opera House with delegates from Garrett Allegany Washington Montgomery and Frederick counties and many spectators arriving. Local politicians expect lively caucusing at City Hotel and uncertain outcome with talk of a dark horse and possible on the first ballot.
A garbled dispatch describes a week of unsettled weather with possible rain. It notes clear skies at first then approaching fronts, a strong wind field over the West and Midwest, and varying atmospheric pressure. Mention is made of global locations including the Pacific coast and Chicago area, with uncertain forecasts about future conditions.
Readers lament filthy gutters on Market Street and pervasive odors from hog pens and canneries in Frederick, urging authorities and property owners to sweep streets, wash gutters, and improve the town’s aroma before the next Sabbath. They call for action to protect health and the town’s reputation.
A long list of personal notices highlights many residents visiting relatives, extended trips, and returns home. Names include George B Babel Sophia Taylor Rebecca Heidrictau Lee Stary Fest Arlanda Frew and others. travels span Baltimore Philadelphia Gettysburg Union Bridge and Waynesboro with frequent visits from family and friends.
A formal reception followed a church service as Pastor Toa Dower hosted teachers and staff from Saint Paul’s Bayletleh and neighboring counties. Speakers honored the school staff, presented Clark’s Commentary volumes, and celebrated the new minister Ale. Kine. Music and consolatory remarks accompanied refreshments, with Miss Badia Whiteford praised for her stage charm and versatile acting.
Urgent notice states a reorganized dancing class program led by Local MENTION and partners. Eight lessons run Saturdays and Wednesdays in September at 480 oclock at Union Hall with sessions continuing weekly through the month. The event invites former patrons to join the new schedule and details are published for patrons.
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