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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1909
Page
4
A garbled OCR fragment references Frederetek, Potomac, and a lottery telegraph, with scattered mentions of orders, mid, and a possible event at a news desk. Readable elements include place names and partial phrases, but no clear action or outcome is present.
The article discusses reactions to Dr. Cook's claim of discovering the North Pole. It notes skepticism from some scientists and defense of Cook's honesty, urging verification through daily observations and records analyzed by experts. It mentions political implications and interest in public confidence during contests and campaigns.
An interview from Copenhagen discusses the claim that Dogtor Cook discovered the Pole. The interviewee argues the claim is not provable now and says Cook had everything to lose, but nothing to gain, and his records should stand up to scrutiny once proper proofs are presented.
A fragment from Baltimore and Taneytown papers reflects on progress from early autos to airplanes. It predicts the aeroplane will dominate travel for common people while cars become freight machines. The oyster sighting and pole reference anchor a scattered 19th century tone.
Fragmented humor pieces from varied papers describe clipped conversations about a dresser kept hair, a Philadelphia Record jab, a telegram from father urging a home return, and a witty dialogue on boat types and nature. The tone mimics earlier column gag exchanges and playful banter.
The London Lancet urges immediate action to exterminate flies as disease carriers. It recommends a weak formaldehyde solution in water to kill flies, noting the method disinfects the clean area and reduces disease risk while remaining practical and nonpoisonous.
A fragment from Lippincote Magazine presents a poetic meditation on winds from various lands converging to create a tranquil scene. The verse envisions Heaven, joy, and peace where the four winds meet, linking past and future in a single moment.
Frereligious World texts and topics from which local ministers teach the gospel are summarized. Rev. John Fant Tyler preached at Flint yesterday afternoon. Elder Charles F. Ausherman spoke at Rocky Springs. various churches held Sunday schools and sermons with pastors listed, including replacements and upcoming Harvest services at Utica Lutheran and events at Araby chapel and Schreysville.
A list of advertised letters remaining at the Frederick post office is published. Recipients are asked to call for their letters within two weeks or they will be sent to the dead letters office. Names include John Finn, Harry Lee Humphreys, Nellie Curtiss, Mary Culver, Jennie Jencil, Laura Knight, and others.
A flood of late 19th century items report fires, deaths, and political notes. Central Hotel in Frieddeville destroyed by fire. Brook Baldew, a French town merchant, killed in a trolley crash near Joppe. Joppe Washington City waives a saloon opening. Notable deaths include Antisaloon campaign figure Lillis Robertson of Wicomico County, and Marvin at her home. Centreville wedding disrupted. Theft case involving Goo jeorge Dix. Houston area Congress member Es Maites 8.TeCo ja De. 8. Gee retires from Parliament later. Judge Gon Way of the Baltimore Supreme Bench dies at Atlantic City. Maryland Theatre suit ends in defendant’s favor. motion for new trial filed.
Aaron Davie a longtime county resident aged 90 died suddenly at his Feagaville area home after apparent over exertion while inspecting his farm He is survived by five children and funeral services set for 10 am tomorrow at Mt Olivet cemetery. Sarah Speaks widow of Daniel died Saturday at Pearl age 62 from cancer Survived by sons Howard and Duncan Speaks funeral today at 3 pm from Jackson chapel with burial at Burkittsville cemetery.
West Chester Borough explores an oil emulsion sprayed on streets to suppress dust and reduce water sprinkling. The method aims to curb wear on macadam and extend road life, with prior tar and oil trials abandoned due to odor and staining. Local officials note widespread experiments nationwide seeking cheap, effective dust suppression.
Readers are warned about a fraudulent catarrh cure claim advertised in this paper. The notice stresses skepticism toward the product Hall's Catarrh Cure and notes exaggerated success claims and unsolicited offers to sell or promote the remedy. The text invites readers to avoid wasting time and money on aggressive advertisements.
A fragmented report notes a novel idea of cultivating soap and tallow trees to produce soap more purely. It describes imports from Algiers and China, interest in new industries, and the potential fortunes for young planters who grow the two trees.
Washington dispatch summarizes Gettysburg National Park Commission reports showing a surge in visitors in fiscal year 1909. It notes commissioners Nicholwon Richardson Lomax urge establishing a Lincoln Memorial Way national roadway from Washington D C to the park to improve access and spur future interest.
Frederick County farmers report mixed grain prices including red and white corn at 3.75 to 4.75 dollars per barrel, shelled corn around 0.73 per bushel, oats hay and timothy hay ranges from 10 to 15 dollars per ton, wheat 10 to 12 dollars, clover and timothy hay per bushel and per ton, and grain meal at 1.75 to 1.80 per sack, reflecting a broad farm commodities snapshot.
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